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== How to get to the Global Gathering location: ==
== Getting to the Global Gathering ==
The Global Gathering will take place in Estoril, Portugal which is only 25 km from Lisbon and is located on a main train line from the city center. The GG venue is only a 5-10 minute walk from the Estoril train station.  
The Global Gathering will take place in Estoril, Portugal which is only 25 km from Lisbon and is located on a main train line from the city center. The GG venue is only a 5-10 minute walk from the Estoril train station.  
[[File:Lisbon metro.jpg|thumb|435x435px|''Map of [https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/ Lisbon's metro system]'']]
[[File:Lisbon metro.jpg|thumb|435x435px|''Map of [https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/ Lisbon's metro system]'']]


=== 🚋 '''Public Transportation''' ===
=== Public Transportation ===
Useful Links:
  '''Metro Lisboa (Metro):''' https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/
  '''Metro Lisboa (Metro):''' https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/


Line 14: Line 13:
* '''Duration:''' 1.5 hours or less
* '''Duration:''' 1.5 hours or less


'''Steps:'''
1. The airport metro stop is located outside of arrivals at Terminal 1.
 
2. Take the Red Metro Line in the direction of São Sebastião.
* The airport metro stop is located outside of arrivals at Terminal 1.
3. Change to the Green Line at the Alameda stop towards Cais do Sodré.
* Take the Red Metro Line in the direction of São Sebastião.
4. Follow signs for the train station (it’s in the same terminal) and take the train towards Cascais.
* Change to the Green Line at the Alameda stop towards Cais do Sodré.
5. Estoril is two stops before Cascais.
* Follow signs for the train station (it’s in the same terminal) and take the train towards Cascais.
* Estoril is two stops before Cascais.
'''Note:''' You must change from the metro to the train line at Cais do Sodré.
'''Note:''' You must change from the metro to the train line at Cais do Sodré.


Line 28: Line 25:
* '''Duration:''' 40 minutes
* '''Duration:''' 40 minutes


* Start at the Cais do Sodré train station and take the train towards Cascais. Estoril is two stops before Cascais.
1. Start at the Cais do Sodré train station and take the train towards Cascais.
2. Estoril is two stops before Cascais.


=== 🚕 '''Taxis and Ride Sharing Services''' ===
=== Taxis and Ride Sharing Services ===


* '''Cost to Estoril from Central Lisbon:''' Approximately 25-30 Euro
* '''Cost to Estoril from Central Lisbon:''' Approximately 25-30 Euro
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There are two main pick up and drop off points at Terminal 1 of the Lisbon Airport. Both Bolt and Uber work at either of these points:  
There are two main pick up and drop off points at Terminal 1 of the Lisbon Airport. Both Bolt and Uber work at either of these points:  


* The Kiss&Fly parking lot is located at the entrance of the Departures Hall at Terminal 1. It is just in front of the free shuttle service to Terminal 2.  
* The '''Kiss&Fly parking lot''' is located at the entrance of the Departures Hall at Terminal 1. It is just in front of the free shuttle service to Terminal 2.  
* P2 parking is located in the Arrivals Hall at Terminal 1. Once you exit the baggage claim department, take a left and walk past the Starbucks towards the exit and the P2 parking lot. You will see signs for the ride sharing pick up zone.
* '''P2 parking''' is located in the Arrivals Hall at Terminal 1. Once you exit the baggage claim department, take a left and walk past the Starbucks towards the exit and the P2 parking lot. You will see signs for the ride sharing pick up zone.


== Recommended Hotels in Estoril ==
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Below you will find several hotel options that are located within walking distance of the Global Gathering venue in Estoril, Portugal. It is walking distance to the event space from the train, so you may prefer to book hotels in Lisbon or the neighboring towns, ([https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/25611736#map=13/38.6969/-9.4205 Cascais], [https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/545306132#map=16/38.6902/-9.3363 Carcavelos] etc.)
|[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZCrs4PjQQRdYwU8pfZO4-3O7sjzMovu7/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=108055999378027985078&rtpof=true&sd=true '''<big>2024 Travel and Safety Advice Guide</big>''']
|}
 
== Hotels with Global Gathering Discounts ==
The following hotels are offering promo codes for Global Gathering attendees from September 7-10. '''Please note''': these promo codes are based on the best available rates at the time of booking and are subject to room availability.  


'''*Please note that the prices listed below are approximations and may vary at the time of booking. Be sure to confirm if the room has two beds or one bed with double occupancy at reservation. “Double Room” does not necessarily mean that it will have two beds.'''
===== ➡️ <u>100 Euro per night and below</u> =====
'''Hotel São Mamede'''
'''Hotel São Mamede'''
 
* Promo code for 10% discount: GG25
* Website: https://www.hotelsmamede.com/pt/index.html
* Website: https://www.hotelsmamede.com/pt/index.html
* Price: €80.00
* Price: €98.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
* Phone: +351 214 659 110
'''Hotel Londres'''
* Promo code: Send an email to portugal@hotelondres.com and present the promo code: GlobalGathering2025
* Website: https://www.hotelondres.com
* Price: €120 (single occupancy) - €130 (double occupancy) + Plus a municipal tax of €4 per person per night
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
* Maximum Available Rooms: 25
* Phone: +351 214 659 110
'''Hotel Lido'''
* Website: https://www.hotellido.pt/pt/index.html
* Price: €97.00 - €100.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 500 m.
* Maximum Available Rooms: 60
* Reservations
* Reservations
** Contact: José Freire - Operations Manager
** Contact: Rita Freixiela - Operations Manager
** Phone: +351 214 649 860
** Phone: +351 214 648 300
** Email: reservas@hotellido.pt
** Email: reserva@hotelondres.com
===== ➡️ <u>100 - 150 Euro per night</u> =====
'''Hotel Inglaterra'''
'''Hotel Smart'''
* Promo code for 10% discount: GG25
* Website: https://www.hotelinglaterra.com.pt
* Price: €180.00 - €200.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
* Reservations:
** Contact: Joana Silva - Operations Manager
** Phone: +351 214 684 461
** Email: geral@hotelinglaterra.com.pt
'''Riviera Hotel - Carcavelos'''
* Promo code for 15% discount: GUEST20
* Website: https://www.rivierahotel.pt/
* Price: €100.00 - €120.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: '''30 minutes by train'''
* Phone: +3351 214 586 600


* Website: https://www.hotel-smart.net/en/
== Hotels in Estoril ==
* Price: €100.00 - €110.00
Below you will find several hotel options that are located within walking distance of the Global Gathering venue in Estoril, Portugal. If you prefer to book hotels in Lisbon or the neighboring towns ([https://www.openstreetmap.org/node/25611736#map=13/38.6969/-9.4205 Cascais], [https://www.openstreetmap.org/way/545306132#map=16/38.6902/-9.3363 Carcavelos] etc.), it is only a 7-minute walk from the train station to the event space. See following sections for accommodation suggestions outside of Estoril.  
* Distance from Global Gathering: 600m
* Reservations
** Phone: +351 214 682 164
** Email: reservas@hotel-smart.net


<nowiki>*</nowiki>Please note that the prices listed below are approximations and may vary at the time of booking. Be sure to confirm if the room has two beds or one bed with double occupancy at reservation. “Double Room” does not necessarily mean that it will have two beds.
===== 100 - 150 Euro per night =====
'''Hotel Alvorada'''
'''Hotel Alvorada'''


* Website: https://www.hotelalvorada.com/
* Website: https://www.hotelalvorada.com/
* Price: €120.00
* Price: €120.00-140.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 350 m.
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 350 m.
* Maximum Available Rooms: 40
* Reservations
* Reservations
** Contact: José Freire - Operations Manager
** Contact: José Freire - Operations Manager
** Phone: +351 214 649 860
** Phone: +351 214 649 860
** Email: reservas@hotelalvorada.com
** Email: reservas@hotelalvorada.com
'''Amazonia Estoril Hotel'''
* Website: https://www.amazoniahoteis.com/en/hotels/estoril/amazonia-estoril-cascais/
* Price: €135.00-150.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 600 m.
* Reservations
** Phone: +351 213 199 150
** Email: reservas@amazoniahoteis.com


===== 150 - 200 Euro per night =====
'''Hotel Villa Galé, Estoril'''
'''Hotel Villa Galé, Estoril'''


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* Price: €150
* Price: €150
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 450 m.
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 450 m.
* Maximum Available Rooms: 25
* Reservations
* Reservations
** Contact: Belmiro Pinto - Operations Manager
** Contact: Belmiro Pinto - Operations Manager
** Phone: +351 214 648 400
** Phone: +351 214 648 400
** Email: estoril.recepcao1@vilagale.com
** Email: estoril.recepcao1@vilagale.com
 
== Hotels & Hostels near Estoril ==
'''Hotel Londres'''
 
* Website: https://www.hotelondres.com
* Price: €135.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
* Maximum Available Rooms: 25
* Reservations
** Contact: Rita Freixiela - Operations Manager
** Phone: +351 214 648 300
** Email: reserva@hotelondres.com
===== ➡️ <u>150 - 200 Euro per night</u> =====
'''O Cascais City and Beach Hotel'''
 
* Website: http://www.cascaiscbhotel.com
* Price: €190.00- €205.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 5 minute walk to the train station. 20 minutes total.
* Maximum Available Rooms: 25
* Reservations
** Contact: Luis Marques - Operations Manager
** Phone: +351 211 164 330
** Email: reservations@cascaiscbhotel.com
 
'''Hotel Inglaterra'''
 
* Website: https://www.hotelinglaterra.com.pt
* Price: €180.00 - €200.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
* Maximum Available Rooms: 30
* Reservations:
** Contact: Joana Silva - Operations Manager
** Phone: +351 214 684 461
** Email: geral@hotelinglaterra.com.pt
 
==== '''<u>Hotels & Hostels near Estoril</u>''' ====
Estoril is located on the [[wikipedia:Linha_de_Cascais|Cascais Line]] which connects Lisbon (from Cais do Sodré station) to Cascais. You can book accommodation near any train station on this line and you will have easy access to the Global Gathering venue which is a 10 - 15 minute walk from the Estoril train station.
Estoril is located on the [[wikipedia:Linha_de_Cascais|Cascais Line]] which connects Lisbon (from Cais do Sodré station) to Cascais. You can book accommodation near any train station on this line and you will have easy access to the Global Gathering venue which is a 10 - 15 minute walk from the Estoril train station.


Line 151: Line 132:
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: '''15 minutes by train'''
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: '''15 minutes by train'''
* Phone: +351 215 801 187
* Phone: +351 215 801 187
'''Riviera Hotel - Carcavelos'''
* Website: https://www.rivierahotel.pt/
* Price: €100.00 - €120.00
* Distance from Global Gathering Venue: '''30 minutes by train'''
* Phone: +3351 214 586 600
'''Ljmonade Hostel - Cascais'''  
'''Ljmonade Hostel - Cascais'''  


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* Phone: +351 916 880 056
* Phone: +351 916 880 056


==== '''Other Accommodation Options''' ====
== Other Accommodation Options ==
The following websites offer many options in the Estoril-Cascais area:
* Vacation Rentals by Owner (Vrbo) (Rental homes): https://www.vrbo.com/
* Hostelworld (Dorms, shared rooms and private rooms with shared facilities): https://hostelworld.com/
* '''*'''Airbnb (Rooms and apartments with private and shared facilities): https://www.airbnb.com/
* '''*'''Booking.com (Hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts and home rentals): https://www.booking.com
* '''*'''Hotels.com (Hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts and home rentals): https://www.hotels.com/
'''*'''Please note that websites with this symbol (*) appear on several boycott lists for offering accommodations on illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.
 
== Healthcare ==
 
==== Pharmacies ====
[[File:Hospital Canva.png|right|frameless]]
'''[https://goo.gl/maps/iYyqBayRCq5YQcnc8 Farmácia do Parque]'''
 
* 6 minutes walking from the Global Gathering
* From Monday to Sunday - 9am - 8pm
* R. das Arcadas do Parque 15 e 16, 2765-266 Estoril, Portugal
 
'''[https://goo.gl/maps/59gBNGL2hiHdoR2YA Farmácia Ostende]'''
 
* 21 minutes walking from the Global Gathering (next to the Monte Estoril train station)
* From Monday to Sunday - 9am - 8pm
* Tv. do Mercado nº1-B, 2765-426 Estoril, Portugal
 
'''[https://goo.gl/maps/aewWcQx9EYKe7hD98 Farmácia São João]'''
 
* 20 minutes walking from the Global Gathering (next to the Sao Joao do Estoril train station)
* From Monday to Friday - 8:30am - 8pm
* Saturday - 9am - 7pm
* Praça da Carreira 29, 2765-472 Estoril, Portugal


* Airbnb (Rooms and apartments with private and shared facilities): <nowiki>https://www.airbnb.com/</nowiki>
==== Hospitals ====
* Booking.com (Hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts and home rentals): <nowiki>https://www.booking.com</nowiki>
'''[https://www.cuf.pt/hospitais-e-clinicas/hospital-cuf-cascais Hospital CUF Cascais]'''
* Hostelworld (Dorms, shared rooms and private rooms with shared facilities): <nowiki>https://hostelworld.com/</nowiki>
* Hotels.com (Hotel rooms, bed and breakfasts and home rentals): <nowiki>https://www.hotels.com/</nowiki>
* Vacation Rentals by Owner (Vrbo) (Rental homes): <nowiki>https://www.vrbo.com/</nowiki>


== Useful Tips: Ordering ==
* R. Fernão Lopes 60, 2750-663 Cascais, Portugal
☕ '''Coffee'''
* +351 21 114 1400
[[File:BePortugal coffee image.jpg|right|frameless]]
There is a lot of great coffee in Lisbon, but ordering can be confusing. There are many different ways to order a coffee. Here is a visual mini guide to make sure you get the coffee you want:  


🍻 '''Beer'''
'''[http://www.hospitaldecascais.pt/ Emergency Hospital of Cascais]'''


Much like ordering a coffee, there are a number of ways to order beer in portugal. If you order “uma cerveja” you will likely be asked if you want a pint or a bottle. Here are some tips so you can get the beer you want.
* Av. Brigadeiro Victor Novais Gonçalves, 2755-009 Alcabideche, Portugal
* +351 21 465 3000


* '''Small draft beer:''' um imperial
==== Emergencies ====
* '''Large draft beer:''' uma caneca
If you need the emergency services, call de 112, which is the Europe-wide emergency number.
* '''A bottle:''' uma garrafa
'''[https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=14fNAMlvZQvND3fuYLmRh9oGAGFoOPls&ll=38.778883421357854%2C-9.39305525710096&z=11 Check the map] to see where the main hospitals and pharmacies are in the city.'''

Latest revision as of 12:15, 30 January 2025

Getting to the Global Gathering

The Global Gathering will take place in Estoril, Portugal which is only 25 km from Lisbon and is located on a main train line from the city center. The GG venue is only a 5-10 minute walk from the Estoril train station.

Map of Lisbon's metro system

Public Transportation

Metro Lisboa (Metro): https://www.metrolisboa.pt/en/

Comboios de Portugal (Train): https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
From the Airport to Estoril
  • Cost: Approximately 4 Euro
  • Duration: 1.5 hours or less

1. The airport metro stop is located outside of arrivals at Terminal 1. 2. Take the Red Metro Line in the direction of São Sebastião. 3. Change to the Green Line at the Alameda stop towards Cais do Sodré. 4. Follow signs for the train station (it’s in the same terminal) and take the train towards Cascais. 5. Estoril is two stops before Cascais. Note: You must change from the metro to the train line at Cais do Sodré.

From Central Lisbon to Estoril
  • Cost: Approximately 2.5 Euro
  • Duration: 40 minutes

1. Start at the Cais do Sodré train station and take the train towards Cascais. 2. Estoril is two stops before Cascais.

Taxis and Ride Sharing Services

  • Cost to Estoril from Central Lisbon: Approximately 25-30 Euro
  • Duration: 25 minutes

It is possible to use city taxis, as well as Uber and Bolt in the city of Lisbon.

There are two main pick up and drop off points at Terminal 1 of the Lisbon Airport. Both Bolt and Uber work at either of these points:

  • The Kiss&Fly parking lot is located at the entrance of the Departures Hall at Terminal 1. It is just in front of the free shuttle service to Terminal 2.
  • P2 parking is located in the Arrivals Hall at Terminal 1. Once you exit the baggage claim department, take a left and walk past the Starbucks towards the exit and the P2 parking lot. You will see signs for the ride sharing pick up zone.
2024 Travel and Safety Advice Guide

Hotels with Global Gathering Discounts

The following hotels are offering promo codes for Global Gathering attendees from September 7-10. Please note: these promo codes are based on the best available rates at the time of booking and are subject to room availability.

Hotel São Mamede

Hotel Londres

  • Promo code: Send an email to portugal@hotelondres.com and present the promo code: GlobalGathering2025
  • Website: https://www.hotelondres.com
  • Price: €120 (single occupancy) - €130 (double occupancy) + Plus a municipal tax of €4 per person per night
  • Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
  • Reservations
    • Contact: Rita Freixiela - Operations Manager
    • Phone: +351 214 648 300
    • Email: reserva@hotelondres.com

Hotel Inglaterra

  • Promo code for 10% discount: GG25
  • Website: https://www.hotelinglaterra.com.pt
  • Price: €180.00 - €200.00
  • Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 650 m.
  • Reservations:
    • Contact: Joana Silva - Operations Manager
    • Phone: +351 214 684 461
    • Email: geral@hotelinglaterra.com.pt

Riviera Hotel - Carcavelos

  • Promo code for 15% discount: GUEST20
  • Website: https://www.rivierahotel.pt/
  • Price: €100.00 - €120.00
  • Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 30 minutes by train
  • Phone: +3351 214 586 600

Hotels in Estoril

Below you will find several hotel options that are located within walking distance of the Global Gathering venue in Estoril, Portugal. If you prefer to book hotels in Lisbon or the neighboring towns (Cascais, Carcavelos etc.), it is only a 7-minute walk from the train station to the event space. See following sections for accommodation suggestions outside of Estoril.

*Please note that the prices listed below are approximations and may vary at the time of booking. Be sure to confirm if the room has two beds or one bed with double occupancy at reservation. “Double Room” does not necessarily mean that it will have two beds.

100 - 150 Euro per night

Hotel Alvorada

  • Website: https://www.hotelalvorada.com/
  • Price: €120.00-140.00
  • Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 350 m.
  • Reservations
    • Contact: José Freire - Operations Manager
    • Phone: +351 214 649 860
    • Email: reservas@hotelalvorada.com

Amazonia Estoril Hotel

150 - 200 Euro per night

Hotel Villa Galé, Estoril

Hotels & Hostels near Estoril

Estoril is located on the Cascais Line which connects Lisbon (from Cais do Sodré station) to Cascais. You can book accommodation near any train station on this line and you will have easy access to the Global Gathering venue which is a 10 - 15 minute walk from the Estoril train station.

Cascais City and Beach Hotel

  • Website: https://www.cascaiscbhotel.com/
  • Price: €190.00 - €200.00  
  • Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 20 minutes by train
  • Reservations
    • Phone: +351 - 211164330
    • Email: reservations@cascaiscbhotel.com

Sui7es Guest House - Cascais

  • Website: https://sui7es.pt/
  • Price: €175.00 - €185.00
  • Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 15 minutes by train
  • Phone: +351 215 801 187

Ljmonade Hostel - Cascais

  • Website: https://www.ljmonade.com/
  • Shared Dorm Room Price: €30.00 - €40.00
  • Private Room: €100 - €130.00
  • Distance from Global Gathering Venue: 25 minutes by train
  • Phone: +351 916 880 056

Other Accommodation Options

The following websites offer many options in the Estoril-Cascais area:

*Please note that websites with this symbol (*) appear on several boycott lists for offering accommodations on illegal settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territories.

Healthcare

Pharmacies

Farmácia do Parque

  • 6 minutes walking from the Global Gathering
  • From Monday to Sunday - 9am - 8pm
  • R. das Arcadas do Parque 15 e 16, 2765-266 Estoril, Portugal

Farmácia Ostende

  • 21 minutes walking from the Global Gathering (next to the Monte Estoril train station)
  • From Monday to Sunday - 9am - 8pm
  • Tv. do Mercado nº1-B, 2765-426 Estoril, Portugal

Farmácia São João

  • 20 minutes walking from the Global Gathering (next to the Sao Joao do Estoril train station)
  • From Monday to Friday - 8:30am - 8pm
  • Saturday - 9am - 7pm
  • Praça da Carreira 29, 2765-472 Estoril, Portugal

Hospitals

Hospital CUF Cascais

  • R. Fernão Lopes 60, 2750-663 Cascais, Portugal
  • +351 21 114 1400

Emergency Hospital of Cascais

  • Av. Brigadeiro Victor Novais Gonçalves, 2755-009 Alcabideche, Portugal
  • +351 21 465 3000

Emergencies

If you need the emergency services, call de 112, which is the Europe-wide emergency number. 

Check the map to see where the main hospitals and pharmacies are in the city.
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