SOCIAL PROGRAMME


18:00
WELCOME RECEPTION

“Port of Honour” Welcome Reception, at the Congress venue (included in registration).
ICAM 2024 follows the old Portuguese tradition of welcoming dignitaries and important visitors with a toast with some world-famous port wine and hors-d'oeuvres. Non-alcoholic drinks will be served as well.


19:30-23:00
ACADEMICIANS’ DINNER

IAASM Members will have the opportunity to meet for dinner at the Lisbon Geographical Society’s historical club room.
For IAASM Academicians and their guests only. Registration necessary. This event is booked out.
How to get there:
Gmaps pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/s3KR5KEGwtb6Ev1k6   
Metro: Blue line to Restauradores station, then a 4-minute walk – walking itinerary from the station: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmLzUE8gzZ9m7uTh9 or Bolt/Taxi/Uber to Sociedade de Geografia de Lisboa.
Remember to bring your Academicians’ Dinner voucher(s), which you'll receive upon checking in at the Congress venue.
FOR OTHER DELEGATES, WE RECOMMEND A DINNER IN A FADO CLUB/RESTAURANT. Here are some suggestions:
Casa de Linhares , Clube de Fado , Sr. Vinho


20:00
SMAPor MEMBERS ONLY

A Sociedade Espanhola de Medicina Aeroespacial convida os membros da SMAPor a juntarem-se aos colegas espanhóis num jantar ibérico de convívio na Cervejaria Trindade – para inscrição enviar email para smaportugal@gmail.com com o assunto “Jantar Ibérico SEMA”


19:30-24:00 (meeting time: 18:15)
GALA DINNER

A lively celebration to wrap up the ICAM 2024 Congress, bringing everyone together in the iconic setting of a UNESCO World Heritage monument – the Mafra Palace, Basilica, Convent and Hunting Grounds compound. Dinner will be preceded by a surprise, also courtesy of Mafra City Council and Mafra Palace!

https://www.visitportugal.com/en/node/138329 

Pre-registration required.
Dress code: Smart casual or gala attire.

Delegates will be transported to and from the palace on buses kindly provided by Mafra City Council.

Remember to bring your Gala Dinner voucher(s), which you'll receive upon checking in at the Congress venue.
Meeting point: Aula Magna – main congress entrance.
Meeting time: 18:15 hrs. Departure will be 1830 hrs, no exceptions.

Estimated time to be back in Lisbon (Aula Magna entrance): between 2300 and 2400 hrs approx. If full, buses will start departing from the palace from 2200 hrs. Estimated travel time: 45 minutes.

If you would rather make your own way there, here is the destination pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HmFXvWejBFznZPz78

For Bolt/Taxi/Uber: Mafra National Palace

Mafra is a town northwest of Central Lisbon – allow for at least 35 minutes driving time.

Special Partner


FREE ENTRANCE AT THE FOLLOWING LISBON MUSEUMS

on 3rd, 4th and 5th October

courtesy of Lisbon City Council

Congress Badge presentation is mandatory


FITNESS MOMENT, 4th October, 12H15

ICAM is being held near the Lisbon University sports facilities, where people can walk, jog, and play all sorts of spoprts. We are all aware of the importance and benefits of exercise, but conferences can get a bit sedentary. So, we’re challenging you to do some exercise during the Congress.
Please join us for a free 15-minute guided stretch and relax session with coach Dina Figueira Friday 4th 12:15 hrs in the one of the outdoor patios – a steward will be there pointing the way.
No special equipment is required.
Just show up and enjoy!


FREE TOUR FOR ACCOMPANYING PERSONS TO THE MAFRA PALACE LIBRARY

https://www.museusemonumentos.pt/en/museus-e-monumentos/national-palace-of-mafra 
https://historichotelsofeurope.com/inspire-me/experiences/attractions/mafra-palace-library 
Oct 4 Friday
Departure from Aula Magna main entrance at 09:00 hrs on a Mafra City Council bus.
Arrival back to Aula Magna main entrance at 13:00 hrs.
Meals not included, but there will be time to go to a local café or restaurant before returning to Lisbon.
Register by sending an email to cristinavicente@veranatura.pt 


TOURS - ACCOMPANYING PERSON

Here you will find several visits, subject to prior registration and availability.
https://www.grayline.com/portugal/things-to-do-in-lisbon/  

Contact the Secretariat for bespoke social programme options.