FAQs

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When will the XI IWRT 2024 take place?

The XI IWRT will take place between February 22nd and 23rd, 2024.

During the morning of  February 22nd, the Conference will be live broadcasted on the IWRT's website, with subjects of concern and reflection about Religious Tourism.

The remaining program on February 22nd is reserved for professionals registered to participate in the event (Suppliers and Hosted Buyers), running in parallel with live broadcast presentations, on the IWRT's website.

The program for  February 23rd is reserved for professionals registered to participate in the event.

 

 

Where will the XI IWRT 2024 take place?

The 11th edition of the IWRT will be organised as follows:

Thursday 22 February: The entire programme will take place at the Paul VI Pastoral Centre, here: https://www.iwrt.pt/en/workshop/location

Dinner on 22 February will take place at a venue yet to be announced (a transfer will be provided for this purpose).

Friday 23 February: The whole day and lunch will take place at the Paul VI Pastoral Centre, here: https://www.iwrt.pt/en/workshop/location

Dinner on 23 February will take place at a location yet to be announced and is reserved for Hosted Buyers registered for the event. (A transfer will be provided for this purpose).

From 18h00 on 23 February, there will be a bus transfer to the city of Guarda, for Hosted Buyers registered in the Jewish Heritage Tourism segment.

 

Who organizes the XI IWRT 2024?

The XI IWRT 2024 is organized by ACISO - Ourém - Fátima Business Association, in collaboration with the Municipality of Ourém, the Municipality of Guarda and the Sanctuary of Fátima, with the support of Turismo de Portugal, Turismo do Centro de Portugal, Visit Center of Portugal, Associação de Turismo do Porto e Norte, A.R. - Porto Convention & Visitors Bureau, Agência Regional de Promoção Turística do Alentejo - Turismo do Alentejo and the Programa Operacional Regional do Centro.

Where can I find the Program of the event?

You can find the Program of the event here

Where can I find the Regulation of the event?

You can check the Regulation of the event here

 

Is there a parking lot at the venue?

Yes. Both cities, Fátima and Guarda, offer parking facilities near the venue.

How can I register for the event?

You can register for the different segments: Conference, Supplier, Hosted Buyer and Exhibitor on the website:

https://www.iwrt.pt/en/participation-type

What happens if I register only in the Conference?

By registering on the segment Conference, please be aware that you won’t have access to participate in the Contact Exchange – One-to-One meetings.

If you registered as a Supplier / Hosted Buyer, your subscription in the Conference is assured.

To those who are interested only in the Conference, registration must be done in this segment.

May I register in more than one segment?

No. You should not register for more than one segment.

If you have a Supplier / Hosted Buyer registration, your registration for the Workshop is guaranteed.

Those who want to register for the Conference only, should register in this segment.

Please do not register in more than one segment.

 

Did you make any mistake in your registration? Learn how to proceed.

You just need to contact the organization by email info@iwrt.pt

European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)

European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)

 The Organization strongly advices that all European participants (Hosted Buyers, Suppliers or Exhibitors) are holders of the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), in particular those from:

  • Germany, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Denmark, Slovenia, Estonia, Greece, Spain, Finland, France, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, Romania, Sweden, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland;

Hold a European Health Insurance Card.

This card is free, individual and ensures the provision of public sector health care when a beneficiary of a social security system in these countries temporarily leaves this space, whether for reasons of vacation or business trips, as is the case with the IWRT.

The beneficiary will only have to pay the fees and/or co-payments that nationals of the state in which he is located would pay to obtain such services. However, this card does not cover expenses related to possible SARS-COV-2 infections nor private sector healthcare providers.

Still having questions?

Don't hesitate to contact us:

https://www.iwrt.pt/en/contacts 

Consult the Regulation here

Conference

How can I register for the event?

Registration can be made on the official website of the event, in its segment, although it's mandatory:

https://www.iwrt.pt/en/participation-type/iwrt-conference-citrys-congress

 

If I register for the Conference, what type of access do I have? What is included in my registration?

By registering only for the conference, you will have access to participation and assistance at the conference, which will take place on the morning of February 22nd.

Is the participation in the Conference free?

Yes, participation in the Conference is free.

 

 

Is the registration in the Conference mandatory?

Registration is mandatory. Registration for the conference does not include participation in the Contact Exchange, meals or visits.

How can I watch the Conference?

You can attend the Conference in person at the Paulo VI Pastoral Center in Fatima, or online at www.iwrt.pt.

Suppliers

How can I register in the event?

You can register in the event on our official website, in the specific segment:

https://www.iwrt.pt/en/participation-type/suppliers

How many participants are allowed per registration?

A maximum of 2 participants are allowed per registration as a Supplier.

While registering as a Supplier, what do I have access to?

By registering as a Supplier, you will have access to the entire program of the event: Conference and One-to-One meetings with the Hosted Buyers. You will also have access to a database with the contacts and profiles of the Hosted Buyers and the schedule of the One-to-One meetings.

 

How can I access the Hosted Buyers data base?

On the official website www.iwrt.pt accessing it through the option "Login".

How do I deliver my digital content to the Hosted Buyers?

Your digital content will be uploaded and available through the event's official website: www.iwrt.pt, by accessing the option "Login", and can be consulted by Hosted Buyers at any time.

All registered Suppliers will take part in the Contact Exchange – One-to-One meetings?

Yes, everyone registered as a Suppliers will participate in the One-to-One meetings.

Where can I find the information related to the expenses of my participation in the XI IWRT 2024?

All the necessary information is available in the Regulation of the event HERE

What do I need to know to proceed with the payment of my participation in the event?

Payment must be made on the next 48h after the registation confirmation.
You will receive an automatic email from the Organization, with all the information to proceed with the payment of your registration in the event.

Before making the payment, please check the values to be paid in the invoice received.

Once the payment is validated, we will directly send you the Receipt. 

To pay for the participation I need an Proforma Invoice. What should I do?

If your company/enterprise needs an Proforma Invoice, you must contact us by email info@iwrt.pt

Exhibitors

How can I register in the event?

You can register on the event’s official website, in the specific segment:

https://www.iwrt.pt/en/participation-type/exhibitors

When registering as an Exhibitor, what do I have access to?

When registering as an Exhibitor you’ll have access to the whole program of the event: (1 or 2 participants, maximum), 1 participant for the table (without One-to-One meetings), an exhibitor’s desk, 3 chairs, possibility of roll up placement (maximum dimension approx. 2m x 1,20m), possibility of distribution of advertising flyer in each participant folder,  lunches during the workshops (February 22nd and 23rd) plus the Official dinner of the event and a database with the contacts and profiles of invited Hosted Buyers with the schedule of the One-to-One meetings.

 

 

How many participants does one registration allow?

One registration as Exhibitor allows up to three participants.

Do all the registered Exhibitors have access to the Contact Exchange – One-to-One Meetings?

No. Only two participants will be allowed to take part in the One-to-One Meetings. The participant with no access to meetings can only attend the conference and supervise the Exhibitor’s table.

Suppliers & Exhibitors

I am an ACISO member. Do I have any advantage?

Yes, as a ACISO Associate, if you have no unpaid dues, you have a discount of 30.00€ on the price before VAT, per registration type.

Does the organisation of XI IWRT 2024 provide any sponsorship for accommodation and transportation?

No, the Organisation of XI IWRT 2024 doesn't assure accommodation or transportation for the Suppliers and/or Exhibitors.

Hosted Buyers

How can I register for the event?

You can register for the event on our official website, in the specific segment:

https://www.iwrt.pt/en/participation-type/hosted-buyers

While registering as a Hosted Buyer, what do I have access to?

When registering as a Hosted Buyer you will have access to the whole program of the event: Conference and One-to-One meetings with the Suppliers. 

 

How many participants does one registration allow?

Each registration allows only one participant as Hosted Buyer. Registration is personal and non-transferable.

Is the participation in meetings mandatory?

Yes, all pre-scheduled meetings are mandatory. In case of no-show, the Organization reserves the right of non validation of future events participation. 

I wasn’t invited by the organization. May I register for the event?

Yes, you can register for the event. The Organization of XI IWRT 2024 will determine if your participation is adequate as a Hosted Buyer.

What is included during my stay?

The organization will provide your flight to Portugal and transfer to Fátima. In Fátima you will have right to accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) in the hotel or during the social program.

After the event in Fátima, the Hosted Buyers will have access to post-tours (transfers, accommodation, visits, breakfast, lunch and dinner included). 

The travel insurance is not included, each Hosted Buyer must have one before the journey.

What's not included?

Everything that is not specifically indicated in the program or that isn't accepted by the organization, such as stays extensions, consumption of minibar and extras in hotels nor personal purchases.

 

Is there any kind of insurance provided by the organization?

The organization will not purchase any travel insurance for any segment, whether concerning the stay in Fátima, the pre or post-tours organized by the various entities. Therefore we strongly recommend the purchase of insurance before traveling.

Suppliers & Hosted Buyers

How can I schedule One-to-One Meetings?

The Organization will send you an email telling you when to schedule your One-to-One meetings.

 

How do One-to-One meetings work?

Every Hosted Buyer will have a seat at a table where s/he will be available to meet the Suppliers and Exhibitors. Hosted Buyers are required to take part in the pre-scheduled meetings for February 22nd and 23rd

If Hosted Buyers are also engaged in incoming, they won’t be allowed to promote this activity during the One-to-One meetings, nor can they provide any promotional material relative to it.

If Hosted Buyers do not attend all meetings or if they do not present as outgoing operators, they will be penalized with the exclusion of participation in future editions. 

Sponsors

How can I sponsor the XI IWRT 2024?

Send us an email to info@iwrt.pt and we will contact you. Thank you!