General Information
Conference venue
The conference proceedings will be held in Cagliari at the T Hotel conference center.
Language
Official language of the conference: English. Not simultaneous translations.
Conference secretariat
The secretariat will work at the conference venue, on Friday May 9th from 3.00 pm to 8.00 pm, on Saturday May 10th from 8.00 am to 12.00 pm and from 3.00 pm to the end of the works and on Sunday May 11th from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm
Cagliari
Cagliari is the main city of Sardinia, with a metropolitan area of about half a million inhabitants. The island capital has a soul divided between ancient history, culture, nature, seaside tourism and nightlife. A clever mix that fascinates the visitor, intrigued by the views of Castello, the bastions and Roman remains, the sea of Sardinia, the dynamism of a surprisingly lively city.
Sardinia
Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean and with the numerous small surrounding islands it coincides with the Sardinian archipelago. An island full of fabulous long sandy beaches, rocky coasts, mountains, forests, plains, waterways, which for the variety of its ecosystems has been metaphorically defined as a micro-continent (over 70% of the entire Italian avifauna or existing bird species resides in Sardinia). According to the American magazine Forbes, Sardinia is in first place in the ranking of the 24 best destinations to travel to in 2024. An ideal destination for beach lovers, food enthusiasts and historical-cultural enthusiasts (Sardinia boasts the highest percentage of archaeological monuments in the world).
How to reach Cagliari
Cagliari can be reached by air, by sea and by land for those coming from other parts of the island of Sardinia.
Below are the main ways to reach this splendid city.
By air
Cagliari-Elmas international airport is the main access point to the city. It hosts numerous airlines, both national and international and is easily accessible from many European and Italian cities:
from abroad, with direct flights from numerous European cities (London, Paris, Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Madrid, etc.) or indirect flights (with a stopover in Milan, Rome, Venice and other Italian airports (average time to Cagliari approximately one hour).
Once landed, you can reach the city center – about 7 kilometers away – with a short taxi or train trip.
By sea
The port of Cagliari is an important maritime port that welcomes ferries from various Italian and foreign cities:
From Italy there are regular connections from Civitavecchia, Naples, Palermo, and Trapani.
From abroad: although less frequent, there are ferries that connect Cagliari with international ports, especially during the tourist season.
Transfers from the port: the city center is easily reachable on foot, by taxi or by public transport.
By land
– Train: Cagliari is connected to the rest of Sardinia via a railway network managed by Trenitalia and ARST.
– Bus: The bus network is well developed, with services operated by ARST connecting Cagliari with other cities and towns in Sardinia. Buses are a good option for exploring the island and reaching destinations less accessible by train.
– Car: If you prefer to travel by car, you can rent a vehicle at the airport or city center. Main roads, such as the SS131, connect Cagliari with the rest of the island, making traveling by car a convenient and flexible
Getting around Cagliari
Moving around the city is simple thanks to the public transport network made up of urban and extra-urban buses, a surface metro line or numerous taxis. You can also rent a private car to explore the city and its surroundings
Weather
May in Sardinia is on average a very mild month, with minimum temperatures of 12.5 degrees Celsius, maximum temperatures of 22.0 degrees, and therefore a daily average of 17.2 degrees.
Hotel
Participants will be accommodated at the THOTEL****, Via dei Giudicati (limited number of rooms available).
Registration
– Conference registration is mandatory.
Please fill the form present in the Registration page and send it, together with payment receipt to info@kassiopeanews.com
– Post Conference Tour partecipation is optional and must be done on another form than that of the Conference (see registration).
Language
In Italy you will find lots of people who speak English and are eager to practice with you.
Money
The Italian currency is the Euro European currency whose official abbreviation is “EUR” = “E/€”.
ATMS (known in Italy as bancomat)
are widely available and most will accept cards belonging to the Visa, Master-Card, Amex, Cirrus and Maestro system. As a precaution, check that the appropriate logo is displayed on the ATM before inserting your card. Banks’ opening hours are usually 09:00 to 13:00 Monday through Friday.
Changing money
You can change your money in banks, at post offices or at a cambio (exchange office). Always make sure you have your passport, or some form of photo ID, at hand when exchanging money.
Taxes & Refound
A value-added tax of around 22%, known as IVA (Imposta di Valore Aggiunto), is included in the price of just about everything in Italy. Non EU residents who spend more than € 155,00 at shops with a “Tax free for tourist” sticker are entitle to a tax rebate. You’ll need to fill in a form in the shop and get it stamped by customs as you leave Italy.
Tipping
In Italy service, usually ranging around 10% of the bill, depending on the restaurant, is automatically added to the check and must be visible on the menu. Therefore, there is no need to tip. Normally, however, Italians just round up the bill by a few Euros. Please do not tip the taxi driver during taxi trips in Cagliari. Hotel staff, such a luggage handlers, happily accepts a small tip. Generally, no other public service workers expect tips. Also remember to take your receipt, even if paying cash. It is required by law as you must be able to prove that you paid and that the owner recorded it for tax purpose.
Electricity
Electrical appliances in Italy work with 220 volts, AC.50 Hz and plugs conform to the European system of round pins with two holes.
Useful facts
GMT/UTC + 1 hour (+ 2 hours in summer).
Telephone area code: + 39 (070). Emergency numbers: 112 for Police, Ambulance, and the Fire Department Smoking (On January 10th, 2005, a nationwide smoking ban went into effect in bars and restaurants).
Water
Free tap water is not common but generally safe. Unsafe sources will be marked NON-DRINKING WATER.