{"id":230,"date":"2024-01-31T14:51:37","date_gmt":"2024-01-31T14:51:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/?page_id=230"},"modified":"2024-06-05T19:17:19","modified_gmt":"2024-06-05T19:17:19","slug":"venue","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/venue\/","title":{"rendered":"Venue Information"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-230\" data-postid=\"230\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-230 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_3ifj407 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col3-2 tb_qxxl407 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_yu3e454   \" data-lazy=\"1\" id=\"venue\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2 id=\"host-venue\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\"><u><strong>Host Venue<\/strong><\/u><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"universidad-eafit\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\"><strong>Universidad EAFIT<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The Universidad EAFIT, a distinguished Colombian private non-profit university, is excited to host the upcoming INFORMS International Conference at its main campus in the El Poblado sector, south of Medell\u00edn, Colombia. Spanning nearly 128,000 square meters, this lush, park-like campus is a blend of academic buildings, research labs, athletic facilities, auditoriums, and beautifully landscaped gardens. Its design seamlessly integrates natural and architectural elements, creating an environment where flora, fauna, and educational structures coexist in harmony.<\/p>\n<p>Founded in 1960 and accredited by the Ministry of Education of Colombia for its high-quality education, Universidad EAFIT offers a comprehensive range of programs including 24 undergraduate, 40 master&#8217;s, 6 PhD, and over 50 graduate certificate programs. This venue, with its rich educational heritage and serene, inspiring setting, provides an ideal backdrop for the international conference, promising a unique and enriching experience for all attendees.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d3966.4765013926785!2d-75.5813902!3d6.2006951!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x8e46827ce55554cf%3A0xab8ed474ed2c00a9!2sEAFIT!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1706715478737!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"5933\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]><\/p>\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n<p><![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/3449182\/aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f\" class=\"hs-cta-img\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/3449182\/aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f.png\" alt=\"Download Campus Map\"><\/a><\/span><script charset=\"utf-8\" src=\"https:\/\/js.hscta.net\/cta\/current.js\"><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\"> hbspt.cta.load(3449182, 'aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f', {\"useNewLoader\":\"true\",\"region\":\"na1\"}); <\/script><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"lodging\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\"><strong>Lodging<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h5 id=\"faranda-collection-medell\u00edn-2\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\">Faranda Collection Medell\u00edn<\/h5>\n<p id=\"address-cl-4-sur-43-a---109-el\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\">Address:\u00a0<span style=\"background-color: initial;\">St. 11B Sur #44 &#8211; 29, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn<\/span>, Colombia<span style=\"background-color: initial;\"><br><\/span><span style=\"background-color: initial;\">Estimated rate: $103 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br>5 minute walk to EAFIT University<br><\/span><a style=\"font-weight: bold; background-color: initial; font-style: italic;\" href=\"https:\/\/reservas.fnsbooking.com\/busqueda.php?accion=F&amp;release=500&amp;datos=615648978--8859--8859--------5----INFO2024&amp;idioma=es&amp;fecha_entrada=&amp;fecha_salida=&amp;orden=&amp;pfe=2840&amp;currency=&amp;oferta_id=&amp;tipo_habitacion_id=&amp;bookingonline=&amp;ocupacion=2&amp;codigoexclusivo=&amp;mejortarifa=&amp;ciudad=&amp;destino=8859&amp;entrada=17%2F06%2F2024&amp;salida=20%2F06%2F2024&amp;ocupacion=2&amp;codigopromocional=INFO2024\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Reserve Now<\/a><\/p>\n<h5 id=\"four-points-by-sheraton-medellin-2\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\">Four Points by Sheraton Medellin<\/h5>\n<p>Address: Cra 43C, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn, Antioquia, Colombia<br><span style=\"background-color: initial;\">Estimated rate: $119 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br><\/span><span style=\"background-color: initial; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3K94l0t\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Reserve Now<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h5 id=\"novelty-suites-hotel\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\"><span style=\"background-color: initial;\">Novelty Suites Hotel<\/span><\/h5>\n<p id=\"address-cl-4-sur-43-a---109-el\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\">Address: Cl. 4 Sur # 43 A &#8211; 109, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn,\u00a0<span style=\"background-color: initial;\">Antioquia, Colombia<br><\/span><span style=\"background-color: initial;\">Estimated rate: $85 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br><\/span><a style=\"background-color: initial;\" href=\"https:\/\/eehoteles.com\/novelty-suites-hotel\/\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\"><span style=\"background-color: initial; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\">Reserve Now<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h5 id=\"medellin-marriott-hotel-2\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/mdemc-medellin-marriott-hotel\/overview\/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0\">Medellin Marriott Hotel<\/a><\/h5>\n<p style=\"color: #202225; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 400;\">Address: Cl. 1a Sur #43a-83, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn, Antioquia, Colombia<br><span style=\"background-color: initial;\">Rate: $290 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br><\/span><\/p>\n<p id=\"address-cl-4-sur-43-a---109-el\" class=\"tb_toc_el\" data-is-set=\"true\">*Additional charges may apply for multiple guests.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_ytey104   \" data-lazy=\"1\" id=\"travel\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2 id=\"travel\"><strong><u>Travel Details<\/u><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>For those traveling to Medell\u00edn, Colombia for the conference, Jos\u00e9 Mar\u00eda C\u00f3rdova International Airport is located approximately 45 minutes from the city center. Transportation options, including taxis and airport shuttle services, are readily available to transfer you to Medell\u00edn. Be sure to check for any travel advisories or visa requirements specific to Colombia before your departure.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Passport<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>International visitors wishing to travel to Colombia must present a passport valid for at least six (6) months. 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To check if your country requires a visa, click\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancilleria.gov.co\/tramites_servicios\/visa\/requisitos\" data-ogsc=\"\">here<\/a>.\u00a0If the visa requirement applies to your country, you may request a Letter of Invitation from INFORMS. Once the letter is issued, you can proceed with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tramitesmre.cancilleria.gov.co\/tramites\/enlinea\/solicitarVisa.xhtml\" data-ogsc=\"\">your individual online visa application<\/a>. Please start your visa request as soon as you can, as the process could take up to three (3) months.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Currency<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The Colombian peso is the legal currency in the country. It is possible to exchange euros, dollars and other currencies at authorized exchange houses located at international airports, hotels, and banks. Credit cards can be used in all major stores and some smaller ones. 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Spanning nearly 128,000 square meters, this lush, park-like campus is a blend of academic buildings, research labs, athletic facilities, auditoriums, and beautifully landscaped gardens. Its design seamlessly integrates natural and architectural elements, creating an environment where flora, fauna, and educational structures coexist in harmony.<\/p> <p>Founded in 1960 and accredited by the Ministry of Education of Colombia for its high-quality education, Universidad EAFIT offers a comprehensive range of programs including 24 undergraduate, 40 master's, 6 PhD, and over 50 graduate certificate programs. This venue, with its rich educational heritage and serene, inspiring setting, provides an ideal backdrop for the international conference, promising a unique and enriching experience for all attendees.<\/p> <p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d3966.4765013926785!2d-75.5813902!3d6.2006951!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x8e46827ce55554cf%3A0xab8ed474ed2c00a9!2sEAFIT!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1706715478737!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-dashlane-frameid=\"5933\"><\/iframe><\/p> <p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/3449182\/aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/3449182\/aa998a24-3486-4fea-aa99-e1d97d3bc92f.png\" alt=\"Download Campus Map\"><\/a><\/p> <h3 id=\"lodging\" data-is-set=\"true\"><strong>Lodging<\/strong><\/h3> <h5 id=\"faranda-collection-medell\u00edn-2\" data-is-set=\"true\">Faranda Collection Medell\u00edn<\/h5> <p id=\"address-cl-4-sur-43-a---109-el\" data-is-set=\"true\">Address:\u00a0St. 11B Sur #44 - 29, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn, Colombia<br>Estimated rate: $103 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br>5 minute walk to EAFIT University<br><a style=\"font-weight: bold; background-color: initial; font-style: italic;\" href=\"https:\/\/reservas.fnsbooking.com\/busqueda.php?accion=F&amp;release=500&amp;datos=615648978--8859--8859--------5----INFO2024&amp;idioma=es&amp;fecha_entrada=&amp;fecha_salida=&amp;orden=&amp;pfe=2840&amp;currency=&amp;oferta_id=&amp;tipo_habitacion_id=&amp;bookingonline=&amp;ocupacion=2&amp;codigoexclusivo=&amp;mejortarifa=&amp;ciudad=&amp;destino=8859&amp;entrada=17%2F06%2F2024&amp;salida=20%2F06%2F2024&amp;ocupacion=2&amp;codigopromocional=INFO2024\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Reserve Now<\/a><\/p> <h5 id=\"four-points-by-sheraton-medellin-2\" data-is-set=\"true\">Four Points by Sheraton Medellin<\/h5> <p>Address: Cra 43C, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn, Antioquia, Colombia<br>Estimated rate: $119 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3K94l0t\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Reserve Now<\/a><\/p> <h5 id=\"novelty-suites-hotel\" data-is-set=\"true\">Novelty Suites Hotel<\/h5> <p id=\"address-cl-4-sur-43-a---109-el\" data-is-set=\"true\">Address: Cl. 4 Sur # 43 A - 109, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn,\u00a0Antioquia, Colombia<br>Estimated rate: $85 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br><a style=\"background-color: initial;\" href=\"https:\/\/eehoteles.com\/novelty-suites-hotel\/\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Reserve Now<\/a><\/p> <h5 id=\"medellin-marriott-hotel-2\" data-is-set=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/mdemc-medellin-marriott-hotel\/overview\/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0\">Medellin Marriott Hotel<\/a><\/h5> <p style=\"color: #202225; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 400;\">Address: Cl. 1a Sur #43a-83, El Poblado, Medell\u00edn, Antioquia, Colombia<br>Rate: $290 USD + tax; Rate includes breakfast<br><\/p> <p id=\"address-cl-4-sur-43-a---109-el\" data-is-set=\"true\">*Additional charges may apply for multiple guests.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"travel\"><strong><u>Travel Details<\/u><\/strong><\/h2> <p>For those traveling to Medell\u00edn, Colombia for the conference, Jos\u00e9 Mar\u00eda C\u00f3rdova International Airport is located approximately 45 minutes from the city center. Transportation options, including taxis and airport shuttle services, are readily available to transfer you to Medell\u00edn. Be sure to check for any travel advisories or visa requirements specific to Colombia before your departure.<\/p> <h3><strong>Passport<\/strong><\/h3> <p>International visitors wishing to travel to Colombia must present a passport valid for at least six (6) months. This document must contain free pages for its use.<\/p> <p style=\"text-align:center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/3449182\/f0658d2e-6ec1-4ef3-a49b-ef0f9e4d2701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-f0658d2e-6ec1-4ef3-a49b-ef0f9e4d2701\" style=\"border-width:0px;\" src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/3449182\/f0658d2e-6ec1-4ef3-a49b-ef0f9e4d2701.png\" alt=\"Request a Letter of Invitation\"\/><\/a><\/p> <h3><strong>Visa<\/strong><\/h3> <p>Citizens of some countries need a visa that must be processed at the Colombian embassies or consulates abroad. To check if your country requires a visa, click\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancilleria.gov.co\/tramites_servicios\/visa\/requisitos\" data-ogsc=\"\">here<\/a>.\u00a0If the visa requirement applies to your country, you may request a Letter of Invitation from INFORMS. Once the letter is issued, you can proceed with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/tramitesmre.cancilleria.gov.co\/tramites\/enlinea\/solicitarVisa.xhtml\" data-ogsc=\"\">your individual online visa application<\/a>. Please start your visa request as soon as you can, as the process could take up to three (3) months.<\/p> <h3><strong>Currency<\/strong><\/h3> <p>The Colombian peso is the legal currency in the country. It is possible to exchange euros, dollars and other currencies at authorized exchange houses located at international airports, hotels, and banks. Credit cards can be used in all major stores and some smaller ones. The most widely accepted are Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Diners Club.<\/p>","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/230","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1001140"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=230"}],"version-history":[{"count":53,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/230\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":594,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/230\/revisions\/594"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/2024international\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=230"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}