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¡ A orillas del Mediterráneo la vida brilla! En Barcelona disfrutarás de un clima cálido, distancias amigables para recorrer a pie o en bici, una reconocida gastronomía que combina tradición e innovación y ese amor por el diseño y la cultura palpables a cada paso. ¡ Por alguna razón es una de las 10 mejores ciudades para vivir y trabajar en el extranjero !
Barcelona sostenible y segura
Barcelona es un destino comprometido con la sostenibilidad y seguridad turísticas. Un nuevo modelo basado en prácticas respetuosas a nivel ambiental, económico y sociocultural que en el BCB hemos integrado como un elemento estratégico en nuestra gestión diaria.
Barcelona tecnológica y científica
La revolución digital ha supuesto un profundo cambio en nuestra forma de trabajar y de relacionarnos. Barcelona, como sociedad dinámica, plural, ambiciosa y emprendedora, asume los nuevos retos digitales y enfoca el futuro apostando por la innovación y la tecnología.
Barcelona es mucho más
La provincia de Barcelona es un destino de turismo MICE que complementa de maravilla la oferta de la ciudad de Barcelona, ofreciendo diversidad de paisajes y multitud de actividades y opciones de visita.
TESTIMONIOS
“We wish to sincerely thank the Barcelona Convention Bureau for their indispensable help and support with respect to the organisation of the 34th Annual Congress of the European Association of Urology in the city of Barcelona on 15-19 March 2019. The support from the Convention Bureau, coordinated in an excellent way by Mrs. Ana Bueno, addressed many local aspects which contributed greatly to the success of the EAU19 congress that was attended by more than 12,000 participants from all over the world. The City of Barcelona and the efficient congress lay-out in halls 6 and 8 of the Fira Gran Via provided a great setting for EAU19 and was much appreciated by the congress delegates, representatives from the industry and all others involved. Without the contribution of the Barcelona Convention Bureau it would not have been the same experience and we are very grateful for the support and pleasant cooperation during the past years of preparation. We certainly hope to call upon their help again for future EAU Congresses in Barcelona! ”
Ms. Patricia de Bont<br>Congress Manager<br>European Association of Urology


Ms. Patricia de Bont
Congress Manager
European Association of Urology
“Working with the Barcelona Convention Bureau was an absolute pleasure. We’ve worked together with BCB before, and during the Covid’19 pandemic and they supported us all along the way. They have a ‘partnership mindset’ and that made a huge difference in a period that was extremely challenging for many organisers. The EAIE was able to come back to a 4-day in-person conference & exhibition with a record breaking attendance of more than 6400. Together with the BCB we were able to create a significant social impact by helping us to provide all our attendees with a public transport card for the duration of the conference. In addition they supported us in creating connections with many important local stakeholders. ”
Mr. Gijs Verbeek | Head of Partnerships<br>EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION


Mr. Gijs Verbeek | Head of Partnerships
EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
“Barcelona has a lot to offer for a very successful scientific meeting. The city is a magnet in all seasons with something for everybody. Our experience in the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP) was excellent, our annual congress had record attendance figures and participant feedback. Barcelona Turisme and the Barcelona Convention Bureau did a wonderful job highlighting what Barcelona has to offer to our attendees and provided an exceptional venue for our Presidential Dinner (the Recinte Modernista at Hospital Sant Pau). Their collaboration was key to the success of our congress and provided a comfortable and easy to navigate venue, in a perfect seafront location with easy access to the city. ”
Mr. GUILLERMO L CHANTADA MD, PhD<br>SIOP President<br>


Mr. GUILLERMO L CHANTADA MD, PhD
SIOP President
“It is with great pleasure that I thank the Barcelona Convention Bureau team for their unfaltering support in the preparation of ESC Congress 2022, which took place in Barcelona from 26–29 August 2022. This was a special and important edition of the congress for the ESC, as it marked the return of our in-person meeting after two years of being online-only. With excellent infrastructure and a state-of-the-art venue at Fira Gran Via, the city of Barcelona was able to welcome more than 20,000 cardiovascular healthcare professionals from around the world. Moreover, the support and local knowledge of the Bureau and their many local partners, together with the famed hospitality of the city, contributed greatly towards making it a very successful comeback!”
Ms. EVA SATGÉ<br>ESC Congress Supervisor<br>Congress & Event Division<br>European Society of Cardiology


Ms. EVA SATGÉ
ESC Congress Supervisor
Congress & Event Division
European Society of Cardiology
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“In 2009, 2016 and 2019 Barcelona proved each time to be the perfect destination for EANM’s annual congress. For 2022, after the Corona break, we were curious to see whether anything had changed. The result: absolutely nothing! Just as seamless, as in previous years, the community appeared with the same strength and once again made the platform of the "Worldleading Meeting in Nuclear Medicine" shine. Our thanks to the entire Barcelona team from the Convention Bureau, to the CCIB team, to security, the hostesses and the cleaning staff. It was a pleasure and we look forward to seeing you again in 3 years.”
Mr. ANDREAS FELSER<br>Executive Director<br>European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM)


Mr. ANDREAS FELSER
Executive Director
European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM)
“The ESOT Congress returned to Barcelona after a long period of time. We have received, since the bid proposal, an unprecedent assistance by the CVB. They helped us with many aspects of the organization and facilitated the relations with local suppliers. But it was certainly after the terrorist attack that they demonstrated support and determination. Despite the recent difficulties the City remains very attractive and inviting. ”
Ms. ANNALISA PONCHIA BACCARA<br>CMP, CMM, ESOT Chief Executive Officer


Ms. ANNALISA PONCHIA BACCARA
CMP, CMM, ESOT Chief Executive Officer
“‘This was INTA’s first time in Barcelona and it was an excellent location for our Annual Meeting! Accessibility to Barcelona–El Prat Airport from around the world, a high-quality and diverse housing package, great public transportation system, innovative and functional meeting space and exhibition halls at the Fira Barcelona Gran Via along with high-level service and execution, helped to make our city-wide convention a big success. We had terrific support from the CVB and our housing and event partner that helped us achieve our meeting goals. It was a great experience overall!’”
Ms. TRICIA MONTERO<br>Manager, Education - Program Logistics <br>INTA (International Trademark Association) Ms. TRICIA MONTERO
Manager, Education - Program Logistics 
INTA (International Trademark Association)
“Barcelona es una ciudad “completa”: clima agradable, historia, arte, cultura, con fácil acceso y un buen transporte público… y además acogedora: cuando volví en el año 2002, después de vivir 11 años en los Estados Unidos y 13 en Italia, me preguntaba cómo había podido vivir tanto tiempo fuera!”
DOCTORA ELENA BARRAQUER<br>Directora Médica Adjunta<br>Centro de Oftalmología Barraquer
DOCTORA ELENA BARRAQUER
Directora Médica Adjunta
Centro de Oftalmología Barraquer
“La marca/destino Barcelona es muy atractiva por razones varias. A Barcelona, en muchas especialidades, hay una comunidad científica situada en los sitios clave donde se toman las decisiones.”
DOCTOR JOSEP MARIA GATELL<br>Senior Consultant & Head, Infectious Diseases & AIDS Units<br>
Clinical Institute of Medicine & Dermatology<br>Hospital Clinic<br><br>Profesor de Medicina, Universidad de Barcelona<br>Co-Director, HIVACAT program

DOCTOR JOSEP MARIA GATELL
Senior Consultant & Head, Infectious Diseases & AIDS Units
Clinical Institute of Medicine & Dermatology
Hospital Clinic

Profesor de Medicina, Universidad de Barcelona
Co-Director, HIVACAT program
“Durante la planificación y organización de su 49 congreso anual, el cual reunió hace poco cerca de 18.500 médicos, investigadores y profesionales que trabajan en el campo de la diabetes, los directivos de la EASD (European Association for the Study of Diabetes) remarcaron el gran atractivo cultural y turístico de Barcelona, las condiciones “excelentes” (en sus propias palabras) de las instalaciones de los recintos feriales, la calidad y cantidad de oferta hotelera de la ciudad, y la creciente relevancia y visibilidad internacional de la investigación biomédica que actualmente se está llevando a cabo en la capital catalana. También aplaudieron la fiabilidad y profesionalidad de las entidades locales implicadas con respecto a los compromisos adquiridos, especialmente delante de improvistos.”
PROF. RAMON GOMIS<br>Chairman del 49th EASD Annual Meeting<br>Director del Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS)

PROF. RAMON GOMIS
Chairman del 49th EASD Annual Meeting
Director del Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS)
“Barcelona is a welcoming city which is respectful of Human Rights and diversity. Holding the Conference “Equality and Security” in the city provided a unique opportunity to raise the profile of women in police organisations, where we are still in the minority, both internationally and locally Barcelona is proud of its position as an international reference point in the field of equality in security. The aim of our Conference, safely hosted in the Congress Palace, was to reflect these values and give visibility to the role of women in security Thanks to the efforts of all involved we achieved our goals and the conference proved to be an enriching experience for our delegates, the volunteers and us as organisers. We, women in policing, are very grateful to Barcelona City Council, Fira de Barcelona, Barcelona Turisme Convention Bureau and local companies involved for their contribution to making the Conference a success. ”
Ms. MONTSERRAT PINA<br>President of the European Network of Policewomen <br>Conference Director

Ms. MONTSERRAT PINA
President of the European Network of Policewomen 
Conference Director
“No soy objetivo puesto que Barcelona es mi ciudad natal. Pero trabajar en ciencia y tecnología médica y explicar sobre tu ciudad, es sinónimo de candidato ideal para realizar un congreso, sin duda un gran congreso. Tuvimos la oportunidad y el éxito de organizar el congreso europeo de robótica ginecológica (SERGS) y mi satisfacción solo es comparable a la que tuvieron todos nuestros invitados y asistentes…que gran ciudad! ”
Mr. JORDI PONCE I SEBASTIA<br>Vicepresident of European Society of Gynecological Robotic Surgery (SERGS) Mr. JORDI PONCE I SEBASTIA
Vicepresident of European Society of Gynecological Robotic Surgery (SERGS)
RANKING
Barcelona se posiciona como uno de los primeros destinos de Europa y del mundo en acoger un mayor número de congresos internacionales.
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