Location, accommodation & travel information
Venue
The 3rd International Congress on Separation and Purification Technology (ISPT 2026) will take place at the Meliá Sitges Hotel Congress Centre, in Sitges, Spain.
Meliá Sitges Hotel Congress Centre Joan Salvat Papasseit, 38 Sitges - Barcelona 08870 Spain
Tel (34) 938 11 08 11 [email protected] se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/spain/sitges/melia-sitges/index.html se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
Sitges: A Vibrant Coastal Destination
Sitges is perfectly positioned just 35 km south of Barcelona, offering seamless connectivity to the city via road and rail.
Barcelona International Airport is only 25 km away—just a 20-minute drive.
Well connected to major attractions and landmarks, making travel easy and convenient.
A Unique Blend of History & Culture
Nestled between the sea and the mountains, Sitges boasts a rich cultural heritage and a wealth of leisure activities.
Architectural & Artistic Treasures
Casa de la Vila – A stunning 19th-century Neo-Gothic building.
Palau Maricel – A masterpiece blending medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.
Cau Ferrat – The former studio of writer and painter Santiago Rusiñol, showcasing beautiful Modernist architecture from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Rusiñol’s Studio-Home – Features works by renowned artists such as El Greco, Zuloaga, and Picasso.
Maricel Museum – A remarkable collection of Romanesque, Gothic, and Modern Art.
Romantic Museum – Offers a deep dive into 19th-century Catalan society through its exhibits.
Gastronomic Delights
Sitges is a food lover’s paradise, offering traditional Catalan cuisine that reflects its coastal charm.
Must-Try Dishes
Xató – A local specialty made with endive, cod, tuna, anchovies, and olives, topped with a romesco sauce of roasted peppers, almonds, garlic, olive oil, and chili.
Cuttlefish Stew – A hearty dish with potatoes and alioli (garlic mayonnaise).
Tuna Casserole & Fideuá – Traditional seafood dishes that capture the essence of Mediterranean flavors.
Pair these dishes with exquisite Designation of Origin wines from Alella, Penedès, and Pla de Bages, known for their exceptional quality and rich flavors.
Sitges is a perfect destination where history, art, gastronomy, and natural beauty come together—offering an unforgettable experience for every visitor.
Things to know travelling to China
We understand the challenges you are facing when travelling to China, hopefully this will help you prepare your trip and make you feel less stressful.
Visa
Apply for the visa at least one month before your travel.
You may be eligible for 144 hours visa free entry, please find more information via link below:
Apps
Due to “The Great Firewall”, Google products (including Google app store), YouTube, Twitter, Vimeo, Facebook products, Instagram, etc. are blocked in China. Unless you have a VPN, these apps are not accessible in China. You can download a VPN on your device before travelling or explore a few Chinese apps instead.
Below are some of the popular apps that may help you plan your trip.
Flights, trains, accommodation--Trip.com
Taxi service--DiDi Rider
Subway system--MetroMan
Payment—Cash, Alipay, WeChat Pay
As credit cards are not available in most places, it is highly recommended to carry cash or download one of above apps and register before you travel.
Map--Apple map, LingoMap
Translator--Microsoft Translator
Communication—WeChat
Things to know travelling to China se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
Visa information
According to the Foreign Ministry, China will extend the visa-free policy for short-term visits for 12 countries - France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, and Luxembourg - until the end of 2025.
Citizens of these countries with ordinary passports can enjoy visa-free travel to China for purposes such as business, tourism, visiting family or friends, or transit for up to 15 days.
Chinese VISA information
Please be aware that you may require a travel visa to enter China. Please check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China website or the Chinese Visa Application Service Center website or with the Chinese Embassy in your country for information on travel requirements to China.
» Visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China website » Visit the Chinese Visa Application Service Center here se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
While the conference team CANNOT arrange visas on your behalf, we are glad to help to issue an invitation letter for your visa application once you have completed your registration successfully.
To automatically generate your conference invitation letter click here se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana .
It is recommended that you apply for a Chinese visa as early as possible with at least 1 month in advance of travel.
We look forward seeing you in China and wish you have a pleasant journey ahead.
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The companies are calling/emailing conference attendees, using email addresses which appear very similar to official Elsevier email addresses, and claiming to be the “official” housing bureau and/or authorized by Elsevier to book hotel/travel accommodations for the conference. This is entirely false and should anyone contact you, please do not provide them with any of your details, but refer this to Elsevier. If you are in any doubt about an email regarding the conference, please check this with a member of the organising team via: [email protected] se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
Accessibility
Accessibility policy
Please access our Accessibility policy and guidelines here.
How to contact us to discuss any accessibility requirements
Please contact us at [email protected] se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana to discuss any requirements or questions. The conference organizer will contact you directly to discuss further.
Please let us have the details of any specific requirements by 3 June 2024.
Conference venue
Is there disabled parking?
Not yet.
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
Are there accessible elevators close to the conference rooms?
Yes.
Are there accessible restrooms near the conference rooms (same floor/near accessible lifts?)
Yes.
Meeting rooms
The meeting rooms are on the same floor.
Catering: on request we can arrange for early access to the catering space/assistance with the collection of catering please contact us at [email protected] se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
Please contact us at[email protected] se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana if you would like to have an orientation tour of the venue by 17 June 2024.
Conference venue accessibility Link
Please contact us at[email protected] se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana if you would like to discuss the arrangements for the conference dinner.
Conference Hotel
Bedroom accessibility information: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/cgozhhi-hilton-zhengzhou/rooms/?category=accessible se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
Any queries please contact:[email protected] se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
Conference Dinner Venue
Is the venue wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
Are there accessible elevators close to the dinner space?
Yes.
Are there accessible restrooms near the dinner space (same floor/near accessible lifts?)
Yes.
How far apart are any different spaces that are being used.
It’s in the same space as the meeting.
How to reach the venue and hotel
For all information please follow: https://jtyst.henan.gov.cn/2022/07-27/2495231.html se abre en una nueva pestaña/ventana
