OFFICIAL VENUE OF THE GLOBSEC FORUM 2024 

Hilton Prague Hotel 

Address: Pobrežní 311/1, Prague, 186 00, Czechia

GPS coordinates: 50.093571, 14.439409


INVITATION PROCESS

Participation at the GLOBSEC Forum 2024 is possible by invitation only due to the limited capacity of the venue. The invitation is strictly personal and non-transferable, subject to a thorough selection process. Every invitee must be approved by the GLOBSEC Forum Audience Board, consisting of the organisation’s Executive Committee and Project Managers. For more information, please consult our Rules and Procedures of Participation.


ACCESS TO THE MAIN CONFERENCE VENUE

Access to the conference is through the hotel’s lower-level parking area. To enter, you will need to go through airport-style security, including passing through metal detector arches and having your belongings scanned by X-ray machines. Please note that your luggage will be inspected, and you are advised not to bring any personal defence items with you, as they will be confiscated.

Taxi/Drop-off: A designated drop-off zone will be clearly marked in front of the conference venue. To enter the conference venue, please proceed to the security check.

Public Transportation: The nearest public transportation hub is Florenc, offering the following connections:

  • Metro line: B and C
  • Tram lines: 29, 12, 8
  • Bus lines: 133, 207, 194, 135

Personal Car: If you choose to drive, you can park directly in the hotel’s garage. Please note that the hotel will charge you directly. However, we do not recommend driving due to traffic restrictions and the challenging parking situation in the area. Your car will not be granted access to the garage unless your license plate has been entered into the registration system.


ACCREDITATION CENTRE

Accreditation will occur inside the venue at the LL reception desk. Please note that access to the main conference venue requires passing through a security check located in front of the main entrance.

Badges are only issued to registered participants. Your badge is personal, non-transferable, and must be worn at all times within the official conference premises. Onsite registration for GLOBSEC Forum 2024 is not permitted.

If possible, we recommend picking up your badge on Thursday, 29 August, to avoid anticipated queues on Friday, 30 August. Please bring identification when collecting your badge; a passport is preferred, though a national ID card is acceptable for EU citizens. The Accreditation Centre will be open at the following times:

  • Thursday, 29 August, 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Friday, 30 August, 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Saturday, 31 August, 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
  • Sunday, 1 September, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

SECURITY INFORMATION

The safety of our guests is of utmost importance to the organisers. Therefore, you are required to present your badge each time you enter the conference premises and wear it at all times during the GLOBSEC Forum 2024.

Your badge and lanyard are non-transferable, and any violation of this policy may result in the immediate revocation of your participation in the Forum. In the event of a medical or other emergency, please notify the nearest organising team member, identifiable by their green and orange lanyards.


ACCOMMODATION

In case you have booked accommodation in our partner hotel, Hilton Prague Hotel, please be informed that accommodated guests are fully responsible for fees incurred for the cancellation of their accommodation or no-show. The organisers are not responsible for the check-in and check-out policy of the hotel, therefore cannot guarantee neither early check-in nor late check-out.

  • Check-in: 3:00 pm
  • Check-out: 10:00 am

MAIN SESSIONS

The main sessions will be held concurrently on three stages inside the official conference venue:

  • Havel Stage and Schwarzenberg Stage, both situated on the LL level;
  • Albright Stage, located on the M level.

The English language is the official language of the GLOBSEC Forum 2024. All printed and displayed materials, as well as panel discussions, will be held in the English language (or interpreted into the English language).


GLOBSEC SIDE SESSIONS

Alongside the main programme of the Forum, GLOBSEC, in partnership with prominent institutions and think tanks, will host series of side sessions. These exclusive formats offer a chance for attendees to dive deeper into specific topics, often featuring high level representatives, expert speakers and business representatives. They provide a unique opportunity for networking, allowing participants to connect with like-minded individuals in a more relaxed setting. All side sessions will take place on M level of the main conference venue, where you will also find the dedicated Side Session Info Point. 


SHUTTLE SERVICE

GLOBSEC may arrange shuttle service for participants if requested in the registration system. This service will be available throughout the GLOBSEC Forum 2024 (30 August – 1 September) for transportation between the Václav Havel Airport Prague and the Hilton Prague Hotel, as well as to selected events outside the official conference venue. 

Rides will be scheduled based on the travel details provided in your registration. If you need to update this information, please modify your registration or contact us at [email protected]

If you need to change the date and time of your travel arrangements after 23 August, please reach out to the organisers at [email protected] or call +421 910 328 489. For changes to your departure date and time during the conference, please visit the Shuttle Desk located on the L level to make arrangements in person. 

  • Arrival: The shuttle service includes transportation from the Václav Havel Airport Prague to Hilton Prague Hotel on the day of your arrival. Our colleagues will be waiting for you at the arrivals hall on 29 and 30 August at our branded Welcome Desk, which will be the meeting point for guests and drivers. Guests will be accompanied to a shuttle car (or bus during peak hours – morning of 30 August, afternoon of 1 September). On 31 August and 1 September the meeting place for guests and drivers will be in the arrivals hall of the airport, where the driver will be waiting holding a GLOBSEC branded sign. 

Please note, that you will be transported directly to the conference venue, where you will need to pass through airport style security with your luggage. If you are not accommodated at the conference venue, you may store your luggage at the L level reception area. 

  • Departure:  The shuttle service includes transportation from the Hilton Prague Hotel to Václav Havel Airport Prague. You may confirm the timing of your departure at the Shuttle Desk located at the L level. If you do not confirm in person, you will receive an SMS confirmation of the time of your departure by the Shuttle Service Team. Please make sure that the phone number stated in the registration form is reachable during the conference days, so that you can receive your departure information. Please note that the driver will be waiting at the Shuttle Desk. 

The approximate time of departure for the ride from the arranged place is as follows: 

  • 3 hours before the US/Other continent flight;  
  • 2.5 hours before the European flights. 

INFO POINT

Our colleagues at the Info Point, located on the L level of the official conference venue, will be available from early morning until late evening throughout the Forum. They will be more than happy to assist you with any questions or inquiries you may have.


DRESS CODE

Forum’s dress code is business attire (service dress for military uniforms).


Mobile App

The GLOBSEC Forum 2024 mobile application will allow you to have our detailed agenda and the list of confirmed speakers and participants at hand, create a personalised programme, view and download selected publications and join the discussions through SLIDO. Download the GLOBSEC application from the App Store or Google Play, or alternatively via a QR code available at the Forum venue. The login is your email and the password is your reference number.


GLOBSEC Music Festival

Before diving into geopolitical debates, we are inviting you to a summer evening filled with music, entertainment, and a great atmosphere. First edition of the GLOBSEC Music Festival will feature popular artists, lively bands, and set the perfect tone for discussions ahead. The event will take place on Štvanice Island from 5:00pm to 10:00pm.


GLOBSEC CONTACT POINT

[email protected]