Time Zone

Barcelona time is in the Central European Time Zone (CET). CET is 5 hours ahead of US Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) and 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Meridian Time (GMT).

Travel Documents

Visitors must present passports with two pages available for the entry stamp.  All passports must be valid for at least three months past your departure date from Barcelona (six months is recommended).  U.S. passport holders do not require a visa for stays less than 90 days in Barcelona.

Personal Identification

It is required by Spanish law that photographic identification be carried with you at all times. This may be a passport, driving license or national identity card. With a tightening of security in the city, it is highly recommended you always carry a photocopy of your passport should you be asked for this.

Currency

The currency used in Barcelona is the Euro (€).  Money changing services and ATMs are readily available at the Barcelona-El Prat Airport, most shopping centers and hotels.  For current exchange rates, please click here.

Electricity

The electric current is 220 volts throughout Spain with 2 pin wall sockets.  This differs from the standard U.S. electrical plugs, so you may want to bring an adapter.

Cellular Services

Please check with your individual provider for your cell phone plan’s roaming coverage.  Please note, international roaming fees can be quite costly, so we highly recommend researching the fees in advance!  Barcelona’s international dialing code is +(34).

Packing Tips

Do not pack any valuable items in luggage you plan to check.  Your photo ID, travel documents, tickets, cash, jewelry, medications, etc. should always be kept with you in a carry-on bag.  Please do not pack any nail files, pocket-knives, other sharp objects or large liquids in your carry-on bags.  The hotel rooms include a hairdryer and in-room safe.  Cots and compact cribs are available upon request.

Weather

In April, Barcelona experiences warm days with sunny, clear skies. The average daytime temperatures are around 58°F (that is about 15°C) whereas the average minimum temperatures drop down to 53°F (that is about 11°C).  Click here for current weather in Barcelona.

Dress Code

This year, Club is being held in a historical city rather than a beach resort, so the dress recommendations have changed from previous years. Below, please find some guidelines to assist you with packing. Click here for more details on recommended attire. Weather can change frequently throughout the day/night, so we recommend you dress in layers. Following are a few suggestions for clothing:
 Day
  Hat, Sunscreen and Comfortable Walking Shoes. Don't forget your cameras!
 Activities  Please reference your chosen activity descriptions for clothing suggestions (e.g., requirements for Church   Tours - knees and shoulders must be covered)
 Night  Dressy Jeans, Collared Shirts, Light Jacket, Sweater or Wrap
 Dinner Events
 Summit/Top Ten Dinner – European Casual – Dressy Jeans or Dress Pants, Collared Shirts or Dressy   Tops, Dresses, Skirts, Light Jacket, Sweater or Wrap
 
 Welcome Reception – European Casual – Dressy Jeans or Dress Pants, Collared Shirts or Dressy Tops,   Dresses, Skirts, Light Jacket, Sweater or Wrap
 
 Group Evening - European Casual – Dressy Jeans or Dress Pants, Collared Shirts or Dressy Tops,   Dresses,   Skirts, Light Jacket, Sweater or Wrap
 
 Awards Night – Cocktail Attire – Sport Coat & Slacks or Suit, Cocktail Dress or Dressy Skirts & Tops

Children

Your children can join you at President's Club, but you will be responsible for all expenses - including airfare, hotel, meals, activities, transportation, hotel porterage and gratuities. Children are not permitted to attend any of the evening events or hosted activities on Saturday, April 25. However, children are invited to participate in non-hosted activities on Sunday, April 26. It will be your responsibility to arrange childcare during planned evenings or other relevant activity, which can be coordinated through the hotel by calling the Concierge at +34 93 221 10 00.

*Please Note: Hotel Arts Barcelona has a maximum room occupancy of three (3) guests per room, regardless of age. Therefore, should you be traveling with more than three (3) people, including yourself, an additional room, or upgraded room, is required to accommodate. Additional rooms and upgrades are based on availability, are not guaranteed, and are at your own expense. Please feel free to reach out to the registration team with any questions and to check on options.

Please reference the President's Club program agenda to ensure you have made the proper arrangements. 

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