FAMTRIP MICE UK 13th to 15th November 2015
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alencia is the third largest city in Spain and one of the most vibrant, forward thinking and cosmopolitan cities in the country. It is it is able to harmoniously combine the remnants of its farthest past, dating to the year 138 BC, with the most innovative and avant-garde buildings from the new millennium.
Valencia is trade and culture, cinema, theatre, museums, magic, business. It is the centre of international and avant-garde design, and one of the most active cities in Europe regarding fairs and conferences. Thanks to its location, it has historically been Spain’s Mediterranean port and has that special charm of cities that are also seaports. The fine sand and clean water, the vastness of the sea and the closeness of the coastal mountains make their coast uniquely attractive. Valencia is very proud of its dedication to forward thinking architecture and cultural projects. The best example is the City of Arts and Sciences, a cultural centre stretching over 2 km and made up of buildings and open spaces that look like they are straight out of a science fiction film. This city is also a wonderful place to head if you fancy relaxing in the outdoors. Not only does it boast 13 km of golden sandy beaches, there are also parks and gardens throughout the city offering tranquillity and beauty. The riverbed of the River Turia has been dried out and now offers 9 km of parks and botanical gardens that cut right through the heart of the city. Whatever you look for, Valencia will have what you are after!
Friday,13th November 2015 07.55
BA2794 Flight from Gatwick Airport to Valencia Airport. Please proceed to check in and meet your hosts Roger Bradley and Alexandre dos Santos either at departure gate or in the arrivals hall in Valencia (if we miss one another). * Dress code: Comfortable/Casual for travelling.
11.15
Arrival at Valencia Airport and transfer to TRYP Azafata, 4* (500 metres from airport) with site visit and presentation of the destination. The hotel, especially designed for travellers who land in Valencia and who have connecting flights, provides amongst its excellent services and facilities a free airport shuttle from 6am to 10pm (on request), outdoor pool, gym, sauna and free Wi-Fi internet.
12.30
Transfer to Melia Valencia, 4* and check in. This hotel is the perfect option for business and leisure travellers, thanks to its excellent location in the city centre, in one of the most dynamic areas of Valencia, near the Congress Centre in the Avenida de les Corts Valencianes. It is comfortable, with well-equipped rooms, and the superior quality of its services.
13.30
Departure to the Masia de Xamandreu for a Paella Show Cooking. ` Thi s i s a typi cal Valenci an XI X century mansi on w ith orange groves that has been completel y restored, full of gardens and fountains, w hi ch perfectl y combines elegance w i th a relaxed atmosphere.
17.30
Transfer to the Conference Centre, awarded the World best convention centre 2010 by AIPC.
18.00
Visit to the Casino Valencia
19.30
Free time
20.30
Meeting at the lobby and site visit of Melia Valencia, 4*
21.00
Dinner at the Melia Valencia, 4*
Saturday,14th November 2015 08.45
Bike tour through the river, City Tour visiting Central Market Shopping, Sciences & Art City and Oceanografic * Dress code: Comfortable/Casual.
13.30
Lunch at TRYP Oceanic, 4* and check in. This hotel is located next to Oceanografic and the City of the Arts and Sciences, perfect hotel for business or for pleasure, thanks to its excellent location and the quality of its services.
17.00
Free time
20.30
Dinner at Orio Centro
23.00
Agua de Valencia Tasting at CafĂŠ de las Horas
Sunday,15th November 2015 09.30
Visit the Harbour
12.40
Flight from Valencia Airport to London Gatwick
GLOBAL SALES OFFICE UK - Your Hosts and Contacts NEILL HENDRY Head of MICE UK Neill.hendry@melia.com +44 (0) 773 682 7658 MARIA YACOUB
ROGER BRADLEY
LISA CARTER
Global Account Manager
Global Account Executive
Global Account Manager
Roger.bradley@melia.com
Maria.yacoub@melia.com
Lisa.carter@melia.com
+44 (0) 7710 398 001
+44 (0) 7736 827 658 SOLEDAD SANZ
ALEXANDRE DOS SANTOS
+44 (0) 7775 796 197 MIRIAM FERREIRO
Global Account Coordinator
Global Account Coordinator
Global Account Coordinator
Soledad.sanz.garcia@melia.com
Alexandre.santos@melia.com
Miriam.ferreiro@melia.com
+44 (0)20 7391 300, ext. 4090
+44 (0)20 7391 3052, ext. 4051
+44 (0)20 7391 300, ext. 4091
Send your enquiries @ mice.uk@melia.com