Points in Favour of Athens
Important facts to be considered for choosing Athens as the venue of EUROPERIO 7
All the benefits of a host city for the Olympic Games which has taken very important steps in order to drastically improve its infrastructure, with the installation of new highways, new metro, train and tram systems, securing every detail needed for making the stay of its visitors comfortable.
Philosophy, drama and the Sciences all originated in Ancient Greece and even today, most medical terms stem from the Greek language. This is the land of Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, what better venue than this to bring contemporary scientists back to the birthplace of their knowledge?
The Hellenic Local authorities expressed enthusiasm and offered support in hosting this event.
The Megaron Athens International Conference Centre is one of the most modern and elegant congress halls worldwide.
Unparalleled convenient access to and from Greece. The new Eleftherios Venizelos airport offers state-of-the-art facilities. Athens is accessible from almost every country in the world, with regular and multiple daily flight connections enabling visitors to arrive, in majority, with direct flights.
High level telecommunications system, with great emphasis on the Internet and broadband access that has undergone significant upgrading over the last years.
Professional PCO (Professional Congress Organizer) with great experience in congress organization and event planning.
The city has invested in the upgrading of hotel accommodation, and new hotels are constantly being constructed. The quality of the Athens hotels is to the highest standards of Europe.
For pre or post congress Tours, a stunning blend of ancient history, mythology and ultra - modern night life excitement is awaiting for you. Just a stone's throw away from this modern metropolis, are the Greek islands, so different from the throbbing city life. Sun-drenched beaches, quaint taverns, white and blue houses crowded together under the shade of a giant, vibrant purple bougainvillea. These islands allow one to relax after the stress and intense concentration required for top business meetings and conferences, offering the delegates not only an efficient and informative conference, but also a chance to relax in an idyllic ambience before returning home.
A strong feeling of security and hospitality. Greece boasts the lowest percentage of criminality and violence.
Finally, though not least at all, the legendary warmth and hospitality of the Greek people, proud that this is the land where the word XENOS translates as both foreigner and guest.