57th FEU COUNCIL MEETING
14th – 15th May 2025
Grand Hotel International, Prague, Czech Republic
Welcome to the FEU Council Meeting in Prague!
Join us in celebrating the 30th anniversary of the FEU Council at our special gathering in the beautiful city of Prague. This milestone event will bring together (former) members, alumni and guests of related associations, both from within and outside of Europe, to reflect on our achievements, discuss future initiatives and strengthen our community ties.
- Date: May 13-15, 2025
- Location: Grand Hotel International Prague
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a historic gathering. Register now to be part of the celebration!
Registrations for meeting
Registration for accommodation – directly on hotel Reservation system
Registration and registration at contract prices until: 11th of April:
Accommodation
GRAND HOTEL INTERNATIONAL PRAGUE ****
Address: Koulova 1501/15, 160 45 Prague 6 – Dejvice
Website: https://www.hotelint.cz/
GPS: 50.1094158N, 14.3933839E
Google link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mgKkgBP4htQZB9wc8
Hotel Check-in
Reception – available 24 hours a day
Check-in (arrival) – from 15:00
Check-out (departure) – until 11:00
Standard Rooms have an area of 20-22 m² with views of the city or the garden. The classically designed rooms are furnished with wide single or double beds and are equipped with air conditioning, an en-suite bathroom with a shower or bath, a hairdryer, a telephone and satellite television with international programmes. The high ceilings, wide single or double beds, which include bed linen made from natural fabrics, provide guests with maximum comfort.
ALTERNATIVE HOTEL OPTION
- Vienna House by Wyndham Diplomat Prague – The price per room per night is approximately 4000 CZK. The hotel is approximately 2 km from the meeting location. No discount options.
Transportation options
Prague Airport
https://www.prg.aero/en/useful-hints-and-tips
Transportation from/to airport
https://www.prg.aero/en/transport-and-parking
Transportation from airport to hotel (Grand hotel International Prague)
Option 1: Taxi or Ride-Sharing (Bolt, Uber, etc.)
Duration: ~20-30 minutes
Cost: Approximately 500–700 CZK (Taxi) or 350–500 CZK (Bolt/Uber, depending on demand).
- Taxi:
- Bolt / Uber:
- Where to take a taxi: Taxis are available outside the Arrivals hall at the designated taxi rank.
- Recommended Taxi Companies: AAA Taxi, Tick Tack Taxi.
- Travel time: About 20–30 minutes (depending on traffic).
- Cost: 500–700 CZK (depending on traffic).
- How to use it: Download the Bolt or Uber app on your phone.
- Pick-up point: The pick-up point for Bolt/Uber is located at Parking P2, which is a short walk from the terminal.
- Cost by Bolt/Uber App: Around 350–500 CZK, depending on traffic and demand.
- Uber Airport kiosk: 1000 CZK, directly in arrival hall in airport
Option 2: Public Transportation (Bus + Metro + Tram)
Unfortunately, there is no direct public transport connection from the airport to the hotel.
To get from Prague Airport (Václav Havel Airport) to the „Čínská“ bus stop using public transport, here’s a general overview of the journey:
- Bus: Start by taking Bus nr. 59 from the airport towards „Nádraží Veleslavín“.
- Metro: At „Nádraží Veleslavín“ station, transfer to Metro Line A (Green Line) and travel towards „Depo Hostivař“. Get off at „Dejvická station“ on the metro.
Tram: From Dejvicka Station (name of tram station is „Vitezne namesti“) is possible to take the tram nr. 8 or nr. 18 and get off at the “Nadrazi Podbaba” station
or
Bus: From metro station walk to the nearby bus stop „Dejvická“ and go to the bus nr. 107 or nr. 147 to stop „Čínská“.
- or
If you prefer, you can walk from the metro station. The hotel is 1,5 km from the metro stop, which is about a 15 - 20-minute walk.
Final Tips:
- Ticket Purchase for Public Transport: You can buy a one-time ticket for the bus and metro at ticket machines inside the airport (in the arrival hall), from ticket counters, or via the PID Lítačka app. (https://pidlitacka.cz/en )
- Keep Your Ticket: Ensure that you have your ticket validated before boarding, and keep it with you during your entire journey, as it may be checked by ticket inspectors.¨
- Ticket price fpr trip from Airport to hotel - is 40 CZK (90 minutes)
Getting around Prague
https://praha.eu/web/eng/getting-around-prague
You can get around Prague with well-organised and affordable public transport. Whether it be metro, bus, tram or boat, all provide a comfortable and safe option for discovering the city and more.
Metro
The metro is the backbone of Prague public transport. Thanks to fast and reliable connections, it offers city residents and visitors an efficient option for getting around the whole city and easily reaching key places and sights.
Its network, which totals 65.2 km in length, consists of three lines marked by a letter and colour. These are lines A – green, B – yellow, and C – red, which start their routes at around 5:00 am and run until midnight.
The trains run at regular intervals: during the peaks every 2–4 minutes, at other times every 5–10 minutes. They stop at a total of 61 stations, of which three are transfer stations.
Trams
At 142 km, the tram network is one of the most extensive in Europe. With many lines branching off into various parts of the city, trams cover almost all the key areas of Prague.
The regular timetable and frequent connections on day lines 1–26 make it easy to get around the city.
Night service is covered by lines 91–99. These also provide passengers with a unique view of the illuminated historic centre and its beautiful sights. https://pid.cz/en/trams/
Buses
Buses provide convenient access to the parts of the city where the metro and trams do not reach. The dense bus network primarily acts as a connecting service under Prague Integrated Public Transport.
Stops are spread throughout the whole city, with selected lines also connecting to the more remote parts of Prague and surrounding towns and villages.
Bus transport also includes night lines, which offer connections all around the city at intervals of 30–60 minutes.
General Information
The basic information:
- Language: Czech
- Time zone: Continental European Time (GMT +1)
- Currency: Czech Crown (Exchange rate: 1 EUR = approximately 25,-CZK)
- Money
- Notes - 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000 and 5000 CZK
- Coins - 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 CZK
- credit cards are widely accepted, some small shops or restaurants do not accept cards
In case of emergency these are the Emergency numbers:
- 112 – general EU emergency number
- 150 – Fire
- 155 – Medical Emergency (Ambulance/First Aid)
- 158 – Police
- 156 – City Police
Weather
https://www.meteoprog.com/weather/Praha/month/may/
At this time of year, the average temperature for the city starts off at 11 °C, created by highs of 16 °C during the daytime and lows of 6°C after dark. Although it only occurs on an average of once every ten days, temperatures have been known to rise above 26 °C and fall below 1 °C in Prague in May.
The average monthly precipitation for the city in May is 69 mm which is divided between an average of 17 wet days.
During May, typical wind speeds fluctuate between light air and moderate breezes, rarely reaching anything stronger.
It can help to have some light layering. Add a light jacket or sweater for the evenings when it may get slightly chilly. The best tip is to check the weather and research a bit before you start packing.
City of Prague
https://praha.eu/web/eng/basic-information
App guide Prague Visitor Pass (active for Android and IOS)
Interactive Prague map https://www.introducingprague.com/map
Virtual guide Prague https://virtualni.praha.eu/homepage
Prague Travel Guide https://pdf.czechtourism.com/prague/
Prague City Centre map https://pdf.czechtourism.com/map_of_prague_en/
Contact person
Ing. Katerina Kracikova
Mob.: + 420 770 197 181
Mail: katerina.kracikova@hzscr.cz
FEU Council Meeting 2025 Programme
Tuesday, May 13
- 14:00 – 19:00 Registration in hotel
GRAND HOTEL INTERNATIONAL PRAGUE ****
- 18:30 – 21:30 Reception and Welcome dinner – Hotel International, Armstrong Bar (Dress code: Formal business)
- 21:30 + Free time – downtown
Wednesday, May 14
- 08.45 assemble and prepare for meeting at hotel International
- 09.00-17.00 Seminar Council meeting incl. lunch (Dress code: Business casual)
- 18:00 Gathering at the lobby and departure from hotel to venue (Dress code: Festive casual. Given the boat trip, it is best to wear stylish but practical footwear for comfort and safety on deck.)
- 19:00 - 22:00 boat cruise and jubilee dinner at restaurant
- 22:30 Departure to hotel (Transportation to and from the hotel will be organized by Czech Fire Service)
Thursday, May 15
- 08.45 assemble and prepare for meeting at hotel International
- 09.00-17.00 Council meeting incl. lunch (Dress code: Business casual)
- 18:00 Gathering at the lobby and departure from hotel to venue (Dress code: casual)
- 18:30 Guided tour - Prague Old Town
- 20:00 Czech Brewery and Restaurant
- 22.30 Departure to hotel or free time – city centre (Transportation to and from the hotel will be organized by Czech Fire Service)
