Working Group of Quality Managers Meeting

Host City

The Host-City Budapest

The capital of Hungary, known by many as the "Pearl of the Danube", is undoubtedly one of the most beautifully located cities in the world. The River Danube runs through the middle of the metropolis of two million, dividing hilly Buda with its narrow-cobbled streets and mixture of mediaeval and neo-classical buildings from the flat area of Pest with its wide boulevards. The picturesque panorama offered by the river and its bridges, the Parliament building, the imposing Royal Castle, the Fishermen's Bastion and the impressive Danube Embankment led UNESCO to place this site on the World Heritage list.

Visitors will find side by side the remains of fortresses and buildings from Roman times, still-functioning Turkish baths, Gothic and Baroque buildings, and the incredibly rich Art Noveau architectural heritage. There is no other capital city in the world which can boast close to 100 thermal springs and 12 medicinal baths, where 19 million gallons of thermal water rise to the surface each day.

It is a city where the pleasing harmony of different architectural styles and superb structures, the cafés, gastronomy and culture are combined with the legendary Hungarian hospitality, blending into an unforgettable experience for visitors.

Budapest is the venue for numerous congresses, international meetings, sports competitions and cultural events, with its developed infrastructure, elegant shops and modern hotels. Budapest’s cultural life is widely renowned, with more than 20 theatres and also ample to explore! 

Badge

Access to the meeting venue requires a valid personalized badge, which can be obtained after the registration request had been approved and the accreditation is confirmed by a confirmation message. Badges will be distributed at the conference venue upon arrival. Delegates will receive one single badge for the event. Please make sure to wear your badge visibly at the official programme venues.

Please note that all participants are required to carry on their ID cards or passports, in order to comply with the on-the-spot identification process.

In case of loss of a badge, please report it immediately to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. The validity of the badge will be immediately terminated, while the organisers will create a new badge upon your request.

For further information regarding the badges of any delegate, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Interpretation

The Conference will be held in English, without the use of interpretation services.

Transportation from the Airport to the city

• Delegates who arrive with a commercial flight will arrive to Terminal 2A or 2B of Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport. Delegation participants are responsible for their own travel arrangements.
• Budapest Airport Shuttle Service: Budapest Airport itself offers an airport shuttle service for an extra fee, called MiniBUD (www.minibud.hu ).
• Public Transport (Budapest Transport Centre – BKK): Public transport bus line 100E Airport Express provides a direct and fast connection to the city centre. Single ticket costs 2.200 HUF, tickets can be purchased at the ticket machines at the airport. For more information regarding public transportation within the city, please consult the website of BKK, where you can also learn about the costs of different types of tickets and information on public transport routes: https://bkk.hu/en

• Taxi: At your landing spot, Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport, you have the opportunity to book a taxi to get you to your accommodation. The official partner of Budapest Airport is Főtaxi (tel. +36 1 222 2 222, https://fotaxi.hu/en/). Főtaxi operates a designated office outside of the arrival terminal.

Facilities

The NCPHP will provide all necessary services, such as a cloakroom, internet connection at the official meeting venue. The Wi-Fi password will be provided at the location.

Media

Photographs and video footage from events will be available on its official channels and may be used free of charge with a clear mention of the NCPHP.

For any media-related questions, please contact us at the following email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Other practical information

• Emergency number: 112 (fire brigade, medical assistance)
• Electricity: The voltage in Hungary is 230V, 50 Hz.
• Local time: Central European Summer Time Zone (CEST) – GMT +2:00
• Country code: Hungary +36
• Currency: The official currency of Hungary is the Hungarian Forint. For official daily exchange rates, please consult the website of the Magyar Nemzeti Bank (National Bank of Hungary): https://www.mnb.hu/en/arfolyamok
• Weather in Hungary: https://met.hu/en/idojaras/
• Tap water: Hungarian water is regularly tested for quality and is safe to drink.
• Smoking: Smoking is only allowed in the designated area of the official meeting spaces.

Contact information

Should you have any questions regarding the logistical aspects of the event, or about the details of the programme, please contact us at the following e-mail address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.