The meeting will take place at the School of Engineering (Escuela Superior de Ingenieros ESI), the former American pavilion at the 1992 Universal Exhibition, which has been adapted for use as an academic building. It is located on the northern side of the Cartuja Island ( Isla de la Cartuja) in the Scientific and Technological Park of Seville, 2 km from the city centre and can be reached by bus and taxi.
The Congress will start with the Welcome Party at the University Hall (Rectorado de la Universidad de Sevilla), located in the Eighteenth Century former Tobacco Factory (Fabrica de Tabacos), where Carmen was assumed to work. The leisure and social programme includes a reception at Los Reales Alcazares of Seville (a royal residence from Arabian times), an excursion to one of several possible destinations: Cordoba, Jerez (including a visit to the cellars and an Andalusian horse exhibition), the Roman ruins in Italica and Carmona, and the gala dinner. Moreover, a full programme of tours within Seville and its surrounding area will be available for attendees and accompanying persons. Map for Hotel and Meeting Venue location
Transportation
Seville international airport is located at 10 km from the city centre. Regular bus services or taxi (fixed rate) can be used to reach the city. There are regular flights to main European airports.
A high speed train connects Seville to Madrid in two and a half hours.
A Motorway network permits direct access to Seville by car from the main European cities.
