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Claire Cox
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Thanks Daniela - obviously further than it looked on the map! I'll have another think about it, but am definitely hoping to come. How close is the conference hotel to the city centre if I want to do some sightseeing too?
Claire
[Edited at 2011-03-03 12:34 GMT]
[Edited at 2011-03-03 12:34 GMT]
| | | | Manuela Junghans 
Germany
Local time: 01:53
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| Many questions :-) | Mar 5, 2011 |
Hi everyone
Like all others who have never been to Rome before I have a lot of questions.
The forums here so far have been very interesting and provided a lot of information already.
The mentioned hotel, Cristoforo Colombo, seems to be a slightly cheaper alternative to the conference hotel itself and within reasonable distance to the venue.
However, looking for other alternative accommodation options I get a feeling that Rome as a whole isn´t ... See more Hi everyone
Like all others who have never been to Rome before I have a lot of questions.
The forums here so far have been very interesting and provided a lot of information already.
The mentioned hotel, Cristoforo Colombo, seems to be a slightly cheaper alternative to the conference hotel itself and within reasonable distance to the venue.
However, looking for other alternative accommodation options I get a feeling that Rome as a whole isn´t exactly on the cheap side.
So I was wondering if it´s really worth booking a (slightly) cheaper hotel somewhere further outside, or if you would be spending what you save on transport to get back and forth (not to mention the time factor)?
As for the distance to Rome city centre/sightseeing places I will wait for the answer to Claire´s question
I do have another distance question though (not sure if I should maybe post this in the travel forum?). How far is the conference hotel from Ciampino airport (not Fiumicino) and what would be the best option to get from there to the hotel, or any hotel in this sort of area? How expensive is taxi travel in Rome? (A rough indication maybe, I don´t know if they also charge per minute or per km, etc.? or just whatever they feel like:)
Thanks a lot in advance for any information for someone who doesn´t know Rome at all, which will hopefully change soon
Have a nice weekend everyone.
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| | | | | distance between conference venue Hotel and airports | Mar 5, 2011 |
Hello Manuela,
distance between conference venue (Hotel dei Congressi) and airports (Fiumicino and Ciampino) can be found on the conference page under the travel section http://www.proz.com/conference/205#travel
Ciampino airport is about 20 km from the city; it is connected to the FS (State Railway) train station Roma Termini by Cotral/Schiaffini blue buses. Tickets can... See more Hello Manuela,
distance between conference venue (Hotel dei Congressi) and airports (Fiumicino and Ciampino) can be found on the conference page under the travel section http://www.proz.com/conference/205#travel
Ciampino airport is about 20 km from the city; it is connected to the FS (State Railway) train station Roma Termini by Cotral/Schiaffini blue buses. Tickets can be bought onboard and cost 5 Euro
The Hotel dei Congressi is just next to the EUR Fermi metro stop, Line B.
Line B takes you in approx 15 mins to Pyramid and Colosseum, and in 20 mins to Termini Central Station (from where you can catch line A, going to Piazza di Spagna and the Vatican). Link for metro map http://en.turismoroma.it/benvenuti_a_roma/metro_map
Further information in English on public transport available at the following link
http://en.turismoroma.it/benvenuti_a_roma/muoversi_in_citta
I look forward to meeting you in Rome,
ciao
Daniela
p.s. don't miss the Virtual Teaser presentation on the Rome Conference: you can register at http://www.proz.com/virtual-conferences/241 ▲ Collapse
| | | | Manuela Junghans
Germany
Local time: 01:53
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| Thanks Daniela | Mar 5, 2011 |
..for your very quick reply and all the additional information.
This sounds all very good and I really should finalise my travel plans soon now
All going well I too look forward to meeting you in Rome.
Ciao, Manuela
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| Availability update Hotel dei Congressi | Mar 7, 2011 |
Hello to all
This is to inform you that the Hotel dei Congressi has updated me on the remaining number of rooms available (special allotment and price for conference attendees)
Total rooms remanining (update March 7th 2011) 25
Information on the discount available also visible in Acco... See more Hello to all
This is to inform you that the Hotel dei Congressi has updated me on the remaining number of rooms available (special allotment and price for conference attendees)
Total rooms remanining (update March 7th 2011) 25
Information on the discount available also visible in Accommodation tab in the conference page http://www.proz.com/conference/205?page=accommodation
(Standard rates at the hotel are 140 € for a single room and 190 € for a double room).
When booking, you should use the keyword "ProZ.com" to secure your room from the available allotment that the conference venue has reserved at a special rate for ProZ.com attendees:
100,00 € single room, 130,00 € double room (VAT, WI-FI access and breakfast included) - rates are per night.
Ciao,
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| | | | Claire Cox
United Kingdom
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Hi Daniela,
That's interesting: I inquired yesterday and was told they didn't have any rooms available on 21st March. I ended up booking a cheaper hotel round the corner, so I hope it's OK (Relais Mediterraneum) and is actually round the corner and not a bus ride away!
Looking forward to meeting you at the conference. Must brush up on my Italian before then!
Ciao,
Claire
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Claire Cox wrote:
Hi Daniela,
That's interesting: I inquired yesterday and was told they didn't have any rooms available on 21st March. I ended up booking a cheaper hotel round the corner, so I hope it's OK (Relais Mediterraneum) and is actually round the corner and not a bus ride away!
Looking forward to meeting you at the conference. Must brush up on my Italian before then!
Ciao,
Claire
Hi Claire! did you ask for March or May ? The keyword ProZ.com is essential to secure a room from the agreed allotment. But maybe their booking system misunderstood. Sorry about that!
In any case, the option you have found (http://www.relaismediterraneum.it ) is literally round the corner and can be suggested as a good alternative for other attendees.
Ciao!
D.
| | | | Claire Cox
United Kingdom
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Hi Daniela,
Sorry, no that was my mistake here. I did ask for the 21 May and I did quote Proz.com, both in the header of my e-mail and in the text itself. I thought it was strange. Oh well, let's hope all's well that ends well. This was considerably cheaper, so fingers crossed.
All the best,
Claire
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| I'll take a look | Mar 7, 2011 |
Claire Cox wrote:
This was considerably cheaper, so fingers crossed.
Ciao Claire, next week I should be popping round to the conference venue. I'll take a look at the hotel you chose and let you know. Will be posting here on the forum so it can help otherw too.
In any case, it seems fine, really!
Ciao, D.
[Edited at 2011-03-07 13:24 GMT]
| | | | David Smith
United Kingdom
Local time: 00:53
Member (2008)
Chinese to English
Hi,
I'm hoping to stay in a hostel where I might be able to treat it more like a holiday.
I'm not worried about being in a rough neigbourhood, but I want to be near all the nightlife and sightseeing things if possible. I'm hoping to spend a few days there before the conference.
I've found a list:
... See more Hi,
I'm hoping to stay in a hostel where I might be able to treat it more like a holiday.
I'm not worried about being in a rough neigbourhood, but I want to be near all the nightlife and sightseeing things if possible. I'm hoping to spend a few days there before the conference.
I've found a list:
http://www.hostelworld.com/search?search_keywords=Rome,%20Italy&country=Italy&city=Rome
which gives a lot of affordable hostels in central Rome. They are far cheaper than the hotel you recommended. Nearly all of them are near the Terminal Station.
My question is would it be a nightmare for me to get to the conference venue, or will I be able to just get into a train or subway??
Thanks,
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| | | | | accommodation around Termini Station | Mar 10, 2011 |
Hello David!
metro Line B links Termini Station directly to EUR Fermi, which is the stop for the conference venue (Hotel dei Congressi).
The journey will be approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Very easy.
Just like in any big city, areas around the central station can be a bit rough at night. Take care
| | | | Yvonne Gallagher
Ireland
Local time: 00:53
Member (2010)
French to English
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| Hotel fully booked | Mar 29, 2011 |
In any case, the option you have found (http://www.relaismediterraneum.it ) is literally round the corner and can be suggested as a good alternative for other attendees.
I know I left it late to book but want to let everyone know this hotel has got back to me to say they are now fully booked. Does anyone know of a similar hotel near conference venue that still has availability?
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Anna Aleshkina
Russian Federation
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| lunch/coffee break prices | Mar 31, 2011 |
Hi Daniela!
Please inform shall I pay for lunches and coffee breaks (21.05-22.05), or they already included into the conference fee?
| | | | | no extra costs | Apr 1, 2011 |
Anna Rus wrote:
Hi Daniela!
Please inform shall I pay for lunches and coffee breaks (21.05-22.05), or they already included into the conference fee?
Hello Anna
Coffee breaks on Saturday and Sunday, plus lunches on Saturday May 21st and Sunday May 22nd are included in the conference fee.
The Gala dinner (Saturday evening) is included in all two day packages except for student packages.
Don't forget to check out the Virtual Teaser for the Rome Conference on April 7th http://www.proz.com/virtual-conferences/241
Ciao,
D.
| | | | | update on room availability at the Hotel dei Congressi | Apr 7, 2011 |
Hello to all
This is to inform you that the Hotel dei Congressi has updated me on the remaining number of rooms available (special allotment and price for conference attendees)
Total rooms remanining (update April 7th 2011) 18 rooms left in our allotment (further rooms are available but not guaranteed after April 15th)
Information on the discount available also visible in Accommodation tab in the conf... See more Hello to all
This is to inform you that the Hotel dei Congressi has updated me on the remaining number of rooms available (special allotment and price for conference attendees)
Total rooms remanining (update April 7th 2011) 18 rooms left in our allotment (further rooms are available but not guaranteed after April 15th)
Information on the discount available also visible in Accommodation tab in the conference page http://www.proz.com/conference/205?page=accommodation
(Standard rates at the hotel are 140 € for a single room and 190 € for a double room).
When booking, you should use the keyword "ProZ.com" to secure your room from the available allotment that the conference venue has reserved at a special rate for ProZ.com attendees:
100,00 € single room, 130,00 € double room (VAT, WI-FI access and breakfast included) - rates are per night.
Ciao,
D ▲ Collapse
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