Linaro Connect Madrid 2024 - Info page (All attendees)
14 May through 17 May 2024 at the Meliá Avenida América
Linaro Connect checklist :
Important Deadlines:
All Speakers to submit final presentation slides: Monday 29 April 2024
Instructions about how to submit here.
Slides Template:
Accommodation
To book your hotel room at the Meliá Avenida América you can use the Linaro group promotional link here. The preferred rate is available for the dates 10-18 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 deadline.
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
Visa and Business Invitation Letter info
Visa: Find out if you need a visa to travel to Spain here and process any necessary paperwork
Request a Business invitation letter if needed by filling out this form or emailing the events team at connect@linaro.org if you need a hard copy.
Getting to Melià Avenida América
To get from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Meliá Avenida América in Madrid. The hotel is located at Calle Juan Ignacio Luca de Tena, 36, 28027 Madrid, Spain.
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
Option | Estimated journey time | Estimated cost | Routes |
Taxi | 10-15 minutes | €20-30 (Uber €15-20) |
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Public Transportation | 30-40 minutes | €2-4 | Metro line 8 + Bus 104 or Bus 200 + Bus 114 Bus 101 + Bus 114 |
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.
Getting to the conference area
Once you arrive at Meliá Avenida América, 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
kitefor.events
Registration / Picking up your badge
Registration will be open on Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 pm and . The Event Registration desk is on the ground floor of the Conference Center 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 América attendees only from 7:00-8:45 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 Center.
AM coffee breaks will be available in Zaragoza I + II, 4th floor.
PM coffee breaks will be available in Zamora, ground floor.
Plan your schedule for the week
The full schedule can be found here: kitefor.events
To add a session to your schedule click on the - Add to my Calendar - button.
To remove a Session from your schedule click on the - Remove from my Calendar button.
Your personal event programme will be displayed under the - My Agenda - tab.
Booking Private Meetings at MAD24
Please find the detailed instructions on how to reserve a private meeting room at Linaro Connect Madrid 24.
Demo Showcase
Demos will be showcased in the Friday Demo room on:
Friday, 17 May at 13:05 to 15:00
In the - Demo Friday - room | Toledo
For more details check out the schedule.
Social
Evening for Everyone
Thursday evening is open to all attendees at Azotea del Círculo at 6pm.
List of restaurants
Some restaurant recommendations for Linaro Connect attendees.
Things to do in Madrid
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
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.
Social Media Participation
Follow us on Twitter at @LinaroOrg and tag posts with #LinaroConnect and #MAD24
Flikr for event photos: http://flikr.com/linaroorg
Code of Conduct
Linaro Ltd, as host for Linaro Connect, is dedicated to a harassment-free conference experience for everyone. Our anti-harassment policy can be found here.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please do let us know by emailing connect@linaro.org.
See you in Madrid!
The Events Team