Invitation
Lisbon & Cascais, POR
Lisbon is the vibrant capital city of Portugal, located on the western coast of Europe, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its charming old neighbourhoods, colourful architecture, old-fashioned trams, delicious food, and rich history.
Half an hour west of Lisbon lies the coastal town of Cascais, known for its sandy beaches and busy marina. The old town is home to the medieval Nossa Senhora da Luz Fort and the Citadel Palace, a former royal retreat. Our annual meetings take place here, and the area has much to offer, for a few extra days of exploring the sights.
Lisbon & Cascais, POR
This is the first time the WBFSH Annual Meetings take place in Portugal. Join us for a diverse program of seminars, presentations and cultural experiences.
Herewith the WBFSH and President Jan Pedersen warmly invite all its members and associates to participate at this year's annual meetings. Generously co-hosted by the Lusitano Studbook, the Portuguese Sport Horse and the Luso-Warmblood Studbook, we look forward to seeing you in Portugal.
The annual meetings kick off with a welcome reception Hotel Cascais Miragem, on the evening of Saturday 12th October 2024.
The coming days will be filled with seminars and presentations covering a wide range of topics, such as horse welfare, modern reproductive techniques, sustainability and social license to operate.
A round table discussion will also focus on the challenges we face for the SLO in horse breeding. We have an exciting panel of experts, that are leaders in their respective fields of the industry.
And of course, there will be opportunities to network during the various cultural activities, such as a visit to the Carriages Museum and the Portuguese Equestrian Riding School, as well as the Queluz Palace and the picturesque Sintra.
Lisbon & Cascais, POR
Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa
Our partner hotel is the Hotel Cascais Miragem. This beautiful hotel is located at the beach in Cascais. It is about 30 minutes from the Lisbon Airport and can easily be reached via taxi or Uber.
Rooms can be booked and paid for at a special rate until 31st August 2024. After this date, availability cannot be guaranteed. Use the provided booking link to make your reservations. The date options are 12-15 October 2024. If you wish to arrive before the 12th, or stay beyond the 16th, please add this into the comments box when confirming your booking. The hotel will accept the booking. However, the group rates for additional nights have not been negotiated by the hosts. All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card belonging to the guest the booking is for. We recommend you book accommodation as soon as possible. Cascais is a popular tourist destination and room availability cannot be guaranteed if bookings are made too late.
Rooms are available for check-in from 16h00 until 23h30. Check-out is before 12h00 on the day of departure.
Cancellation conditions:
Cancellations are accepted without penalty until 11th September 2024. Cancellations after 11th September will incur the full costs of the booked stay.
Prices:
Single Room including breakfast 245 EUR plus tax / night Double Room including breakfast 265 EUR plus tax / night
Address:
Av. Marginal N. 8554, 2754-536 Cascais, Portugal
Additional hotels:
There are many other hotels in the area , within walking distance from the Hotel Cascais Miragem. Some suggestions are (click on images below to access the booking links):
Lisbon & Cascais, POR
Travel to Portugal by Plane:
Humberto Delgado Airport, better known as Lisbon Airport (LIS), is Portugal's most central airport and nearby the event’s location. The airport lies in the Northern part of Lisbon, about 30 minutes by car from Cascais, except during rush hour when travel times are increased.
Travel to Portugal by car:
For those travelling through other European countries, it may be an option to go by car, as the roads are in good condition. To plan your route, we recommend using Google Maps.
From the Airport to the Hotel:
To get to the hotel from the Airport, it is possible to rent a car, take a taxi or an Uber. Uber is a popular mode of transport in Portugal. Public transport (train) can also be taken, but takes longer and there are no direct routes. To book your train, visit Lisbon urban train tickets
Moving about in and around Lisbon:
Lisbon & Cascais, POR
Entry into Portugal:
Weather:
The annual meetings take place during autumn (September to November) – The climate in autumn in Portugal brings mild temperatures and it can be sunny or rainy (not very predictable): 11°C to 26°C.
Currency:
The Portuguese currency is the euro.
Voltage:
The standard voltage in Portugal is 220v (volts) and 50Hz (Hertz).
Tax:
The standard VAT rate is 23%
Tipping:
In Europe tipping is not as habitual as in other parts of the world, but in Portugal it is fairly common, especially in the tourist areas such as Lisbon, Cascais or the Algarve. This is mainly due to tourists, as locals are less likely to tip. There is no obligation to do so, however leaving something extra is customary.
As a general rule, tips are not included in the bill in Portugal. You may find that tourist establishments add a 10% service fee to the bill but outside of this, you will most likely not have to worry about gratuity automatically added to the final amount.
Lisbon & Cascais, POR
Online registration opens on Monday 1st July 2024. Early Bird Prices are offered until 21st July 2024. Later registrations until 12th September 2024 are possible at an additional cost as indicated on the price list and online entry form. Entries after 12th September 2024 will not be accepted. Please refer to our terms and conditions.
Please also remember, if you register after 31st August 2024, the hotel special at the Hotel Cascais Miragem will no longer be on offer, and availability cannot be guaranteed.
Lisbon & Cascais, POR
Find all relevant documents for the annual meetings here. Please check in regularly for updates.
Every year the WBFSH Annual Meetings and General Assembly are hosted by one of the studbooks members of the WBFSH. Check out previous years assemblies:
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