14 May through 17 May 2025 at the Corinthia Lisbon.
Linaro Connect checklist :
- Register for Connect : Buy a ticket OR Register with a code
- Visa: Find out if you need a visa to travel to Portugal here and process any necessary paperwork.*
- Travel: Once you've sorted your visa if required, book your flight.
- Accommodation: Once you have your flight dates please Please book your hotel room as soon as possible. We have a preferred rate at the Corinthia hotel that you can book here.
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Accommodation
To book your hotel room at the Meliá Avenida América Corinthia Lisbon you can use the Linaro group promotional link here. The preferred rate is available for the dates 1012-18 17 May for a limited time upon availability - we recommend you book your room as soon as possible. After this date, the prices will increase. We encourage you to take advantage of the current rates before the deadlinethey reach capacity.
In case of need to extend your stay, please contact booking department hotel by email to confirm to the pre and post-event’s available night.
Booking department contact: marta.rodriguez.morcillo@melia.com reservations.lisbon@corinthia.com
Check-in can be made from 16:00 on the arrival day. Check-out must be made before 12:00 on the departure day.
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Visa and Business Invitation Letter info
Visa: Find out if you need a visa to travel to Spain Portugal here and process any necessary paperwork
Request a Business invitation letter if needed by filling out this form or emailing registering to Linaro Connect 2025 and accessing your Kite Dashboard. Please email the events team atconnect@linaro.org if you need a hard copyhave any issues.
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Getting to
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Corinthia Lisbon
To get from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Meliá Avenida América in Madrid. Lisbon Airport to the Corinthia Lisbon The hotel is located at Calle Juan Ignacio Luca de Tena, 36, 28027 Madrid, Spain. Av. Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro 105, 1099-031 Lisboa, Portugal.
There are several transportation options available for getting from Madrid Airport to Melià Avenida América. Please find the detailed transportation advice here.
Check-in can be made from 14:00 on the arrival day. Check-out must be made before 12:00 on the departure day.
Transportation
From the airport
Hotel Shuttle Service
Call the hotel at +34 91 423 24 00 once you have collected your luggage, and indicate the exact terminal for the pick-up.
Go to the bus stop. This is indicated as “Bus Hoteles” and look for the minibus marked with the hotel’s logo “Melia Avenida America”. The pickup process may take 45 to 50 minutes.
Other options
The Melià Avenida América 6 km distance from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport
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Option
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Estimated journey time
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Estimated cost
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Routes
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Taxi
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10-15 minutes
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€20-30 (Uber €15-20)
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Public Transportation
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30-40 minutes
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€2-4
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Metro line 8 + Bus 104 or
Bus 200 + Bus 114
Bus 101 + Bus 114
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Hotel Shuttle Service
To book a spot on the shuttle, tickets can be obtained at reception within the desired time slot.
The shuttle from the hotel to the airport has the following various departure times throughout the day:
7:15 | 8:00 | 8:45* |
9:30* | 10:15 | 11:45 |
12:30 | 13:15 | 14:00 |
15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 |
17:45 | 18:45 | 19:45 |
Some specific times are marked with an asterisk to denote a first stop at Ifema before continuing to the airport.
Madrid Public Transportation
Madrid's public transport system is praised for being fast, safe, clean, and reliable. It includes the Metro, buses (day & night), Metro Ligero (light rail).
For the sake of clarity and convenience download the Tourist Map here.
To navigate from the Meliá Avenida América hotel to downtown Madrid using the Metro, you'll likely use a combination of lines depending on your exact downtown destination. The hotel is located in proximity to Suanzes Metro station.
Metro tickets can be purchased from the ticket machines located in stations for 1,50€ to 2,00€ (*).
Below, the common scenario where you might want to reach the Sol station, a central point in downtown Madrid.
Starting Point: Meliá Avenida América, with the closest Metro station being Suanzes on Line 5 (Light Green).
Line 5 (Light Green): Board the Metro at Suanzes station towards Casa de Campo.
Transfer at Callao Station: At Callao station, switch from Line 5 (Light Green) to Line 3 (Yellow).
Line 3 (Yellow): Continue on Line 3 towards Moncloa.
Arrival at Sol Station: Exit at Sol station, which is a central point in downtown Madrid, near many attractions, shops, and restaurants.
This route is just one of the many possibilities, depending on your destination in downtown Madrid.
The best and easiest way to use the Metro is with the help of the Metro de Madrid official applications.
Click on the links to download:
(*) Minimum price of €1.50 up to 5 stations; €0.10 for each additional station, up to a maximum of €2.00 for routes over 9 stations.
(*) Minimum price of €1.50 up to 5 stations; €0.10 for each additional station, up to a maximum of €2.00 for routes over 9 stations.
Transportation
To travel from Lisbon Airport (Humberto Delgado Airport) to Corinthia Lisbon Hotel, you have several convenient options. The hotel is about 7.5 km (4.6 miles) from the airport, and here are your travel choices:
Mode of Transport | Duration | Cost | Details |
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Taxi/Ride-Share | 15–20 minutes | €12–€20 | Convenient and direct. Use taxi stands or apps like Uber/Bolt. |
Metro | 30–40 minutes | ~€2 (including Viva Viagem card) | Take the Red Line to São Sebastião, transfer to the Blue Line, and stop at Jardim Zoológico. |
Private Transfer | 15–20 minutes | €20–€40 | Pre-arranged service or hotel shuttle. Meet at arrivals. |
Bus | 40–50 minutes | ~€4 | Take Aerobus to Marquês de Pombal, then a local bus to Jardim Zoológico. |
Hotel Shuttle Service
The hotel offers Shuttle service to Lisbon city centre, ask reception for timing.
Lisbon Public Transportation
1. Metro
Description: Four lines (Blue, Yellow, Green, Red) covering most of Lisbon.
Operating Hours: 6:30 AM to 1:00 AM.
Tickets:
Viva Viagem card (€0.50), single journey (€1.65), or 24-hour pass (€6.60, includes buses and trams).
2. Buses and Trams
Buses: Cover areas not accessible by Metro.
Trams: Iconic vintage trams (e.g., Tram 28) and modern trams.
Tickets: €3 onboard or €1.65 with Viva Viagem card.
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Getting to the conference area
Once you arrive at Meliá Avenida AméricaCorinthia Lisbon, follow the signs for “Linaro Connect”. (We are the only event on site this week.) The Linaro Connect event map can be found on the Kite webpage
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Registration will be open on Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 pm and . The Event Registration desk is on the ground First floor of on the Conference Center Floor and will be open until 5 pm every day. View here on the event map.
Breakfast, lunch and coffee breaks
Breakfast is available for Meliá Avenida Américaattendees Corinthia Lisbon guest only from 76:00-89:45 am each morning in the hotel restaurant.
Lunch is available for all Linaro Connect attendees from 12:45-1:45 pm each day in Toledo room “Lunch area” on the third floor of the Conference Centerground floor “Lunch area”.
AM coffee breaks will be available in Zaragoza I + II, 4th floor./ PM coffee breaks will be available in Zamora, ground served on the Conference floor.
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Plan your schedule for the week
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Your personal event programme will be displayed under the - My Agenda - tab.
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Booking Private Meetings at
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LIS25
Please find the detailed instructions on how to reserve a private meeting room at Linaro Connect Madrid 24.TBD
Demo Showcase
Demos will be showcased in the Friday Demo room on: area
Friday, 17 16 May at 1312:05 30 to 1514:00
In the - Demo Friday - room | Toledo
For more details check out the schedule.
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Social
Evening for Everyone
Thursday evening is open to all attendees at Azotea del Círculo at 6pm.TBD
List of restaurants
Some restaurant recommendations for Linaro Connect attendees. TBD
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Things to do in
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Near the hotel
The Meliá Avenida América is located in the Ciudad Lineal neighborhood in Madrid, which is a bit northeast of the city center. While the hotel itself offers a luxurious stay, here are some nearby attractions and activities you might consider, from a leisurely stroll or bike ride through the Juan Carlos I Park, to exploring the shops and restaurants of Arturo Soria Plaza, the nearby entertainment centre, or attending events at the nearby IFEMA la Feria de Madrid convention centre.
In the city
Prado Museum: Explore world-class art by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco.
Retiro Park: Relax in a vast green oasis, rent a boat, and visit the Crystal Palace.
Royal Palace: Discover opulent rooms and gardens at the Palacio Real.
Puerta del Sol: Experience the lively atmosphere of Madrid's central square.
Gran Vía: Shop and be entertained on Madrid's main street.
Reina Sofía Museum: Dive into contemporary art, including Picasso's "Guernica."
Malasaña: Explore the trendy neighborhood for unique shops and nightlife.
Flamenco Show: Feel the passion of traditional Spanish dance and music.
Mercado de San Miguel: Covered market offering local food, delicacies & events in an elegant ambiance.
Football Match: Experience the electric atmosphere at Santiago Bernabéu or Civitas Metropolitan.
Remember to check for any events, local festivals, or seasonal activities that might be happening during your stay. Madrid is a city with a dynamic cultural scene, and there's always something interesting to discover nearby.
There is a pharmacy located just a 16-min walk distance away from the hotel.
You can find it at: Farmacia, C. Alegría de Oria, 1, 28027 Madrid, Espagne
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Resources
Session recordings and presentation slides can be found on our Resource page: https://resources.linaro.org/en/events This will be updated throughout the week.
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Follow us on Twitter at @LinaroOrg and tag posts with #LinaroConnect and #MAD24#LIS25
Flikr for event photos: http://flikr.com/linaroorg
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If you have any questions in the meantime, please do let us know by emailing connect@linaro.org.
See you in MadridLisbon!
The Events Team