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PCO CONVIN S.A.

PCO CONVIN S.A.

Practical info
Photo: 
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Street number: 
23
Street name: 
Kosta Varnali Street
Postal code: 
15233
City: 
Chalandri
Telephone: 
+302106833600
Fax: 
+302106847700
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
Description: 

 

CONVIN was founded in 2000, bringing a fresh approach to the field of tourism and conventions. After 6 very successful years, some of its founding members created PCO CONVIN S.A., in 2007, seeking a thorough renovation of our area.

In-depth knowledge, experience, responsibility and love for our object, characterize all of our associates. This has been appreciated and rewarded by our customers, who have placed us in one of the leading positions in our field.

Congress Organization
Incentives - Company Events - Product Launches
Business Trips
Recreational Travelling - Leisure

AFEA S.A. TRAVEL AND CONGRESS SERVICES

AFEA S.A. TRAVEL AND CONGRESS SERVICES

Practical info
Photo: 
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Street number: 
39-41
Street name: 
Lykavittou Street
Postal code: 
10672
City: 
Athens
Telephone: 
+302103668800
Fax: 
+302103643511
E-mail: 
info@afea.gr
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
Description: 

 

Afea S.A. Travel and Congress Services has been operating in the travel industry for over 30 years, providing integrated travel services and innovative travel products, in combination to a high level of service quality and use of technological resources.

The company was founded in 1977 in Athens and since then it operates with great success in the organization of Meetings, Incentives, Congresses & Events. Afea S.A. has a wide network of associates all over the world which is constantly updated and expanded. The company's client list includes, among other, major companies and enterprises, scientific and educational organizations, as well as public institutions, in Greece and in countries all over the world.

The full scale services provided by Afea S.A. are:

Incoming Meetings & Events - DMC Services
Congresses & Events - PCO Services
Business Travel & VIP Services
Sports Events Organization
Incentives & Meetings
Outgoing Congresses

AC&C INTERNATIONAL S.A.

AC&C INTERNATIONAL S.A.

Practical info
Photo: 
IACC.jpg
Street number: 
1A
Street name: 
Pierias Street
Postal code: 
14451
City: 
Metamorfossi
Telephone: 
+302106889100
Fax: 
+302106844777
Memberships: 
ICCA
INCON
IAPCO
HAPCO
Description: 

 

AC&C International, member of the C&C International Group of Companies, is a leading Professional Congress Organiser in Greece and Southeast Europe, providing high quality integrated services to its clients for local and international congresses and events of any scale.

Employing its expertise and talent, AC&C International guarantees more than the mere execution of all organisational aspects; it also ensures inspiring ideas, tailor made solutions and cost-effective practices.

 

Congress travelling

monitors the international calendars and keeps you updated on international conference events that you may be interested in

submits and processes registration forms

organises transfers to the congress destination as well as local transfers

evaluates accommodation choices and suggests optimal solutions to participants, according to the available budget, participants' desires, and activities they wish to take part in

organises group meals and dinners, after having evaluated and proposed specific restaurants, by selecting menus, making seating arrangements, and preparing the necessary printed material such as menus etc)

plans and organises leisure and other activity proposals for travelers

organises excursions or other activities for accompanying persons

provides group delegations with experienced group escorts, who are constantly present, from the moment of their departure from the destination and throughout the duration of the journey, taking care of each and every detail, from a quick hotel check-in and theatre ticket issuing to the successful handling of unpredictable events.

 

Event Management

concept development that fulfils the clients goals

proposal, selection and configuration of the venue

development of all audiovisual, print or other material for the event

press kits and event promotion

delivery of the event experience

transfer to and from the area of the event

Hospitality & travel services in Greece and abroad

room block reservations and contracts with hotels

handling of individual and group accommodation applications (on-line, by fax or by email)

organisation of ground transportation services (private transfers, shuttle services etc)

air-tickets reservations

organisation of tours, dinners and social events

organisation of tailor made events

on-site support through hospitality desks

meet & assist services at the airport

HORIZON TRAVEL

HORIZON TRAVEL

Practical info
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Street number: 
50
Street name: 
Praxitelous Street
Postal code: 
176 74
City: 
Kallithea
Telephone: 
+30 210 9470700
Fax: 
+30 210 9429600
Memberships: 
ICCA
SITE
Description: 

 

Horizon is a privately owned company, founded in 1948. It emerged as a pioneer in offering cruises and specialized group tours throughout Greece and as of 1968 emerged into the incentive and meeting programs. Horizon Travel carefully expands, thus building a solid foundation for future strength and diversity.

Horizon Corporation - best known as Horizon Travel - has become a closely linked family of divisions that deliver a full line of travel and performance improvement within our industry. One of the most important divisions, around which we have built our reputation, is the Destination and Event Management Service.

Services

Incentive Travel
Meetings, Conventions and Conferences
Cruises and Shore Excursions
Event Management
Art construction and demos
Gourmet experiences
Team building activities
Athletic events
Green travel and eco friendly activities
Special Interest and Individual Travel
Itinerary Design
Yacht Chartering

 

MEGARON ATHENS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE

MEGARON ATHENS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE CENTRE

Practical Info
Photo: 
Street number: 
0
Street name: 
Vassilissis Sofias Avenue & Kokkali Street
Postal code: 
11521
City: 
Athens
Nearest Metro : 
Megaro Moussikis
Telephone: 
+302107282000
Fax: 
+302107290174
Access for persons with limited mobility: 
Yes
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
AIPC

Location(s)

Meeting facilities
meetingphoto: 
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Meeting facilities: 

 

  • Total offering of 143.000 square metres
  • 18 meeting spaces
  • Expansive exhibition and foyer areas totalling 12,000 square metres
  • Capacity of 8,000 delegates depending on the configuration
  • 2 meeting room suites accommodating up to 200 delegates
  • Exhibition Hall of 1500m2
  • Exterior atrium space of 1520m2
  • Conference and event planning team
  • Full time technical staff of over 60 people
  • 24-hour full time security staff
  • 2 restaurants
  • Wireless Internet
  • Car parking (750)

HELLENIC TOURS S.A.

HELLENIC TOURS S.A.

Practical Info
Street number: 
4
Street name: 
Prinis Street
Postal code: 
17221
City: 
Athens
Telephone: 
+302109477000
Fax: 
+302109401120
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
CORE PCO: 
-
Association Management: 
-

P.C. PODIMATAS AUDIOVISUAL S.A.

P.C. PODIMATAS AUDIOVISUAL S.A.

Practical Info
Photo: 
lighting1.jpg
Street name: 
El. Venizelou & Kripsanas Street
Postal code: 
19009
City: 
Rafina
Telephone: 
+302106036111
Fax: 
+302106036118
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
SITE
Description: 

 

P.C. PODIMATAS AUDIOVISUAL S.A. is considered to be one of the biggest companies in Europe, that support any kind of event with technical equipment, in the fields of sound, visual, lighting equipment, stage sceneries design and construction and presentations, as well as video and post productions and 3D creations. Specifically, our company provides full services in most types of events, such as conferences, seminars, summits, concerts, presentations of new products, exhibitions, entertainment and advertising events. With more than twenty-five year experience has made P.C. PODIMATAS AUDIOVISUAL S.A professionals in the field, ensuring the highest quality of services and products.

As a member of the International CONGRESS RENTAL NETWORK of BOSCH (CRN), SETE, HAPCO, EFAPCO and ICCA (International Congress & Convention Association), the company guarantees the best quality of services fulfilling even the most sophisticated needs. Furthermore, the variety of services provided by P.C. PODIMATAS AUDIOVISUAL S.A. and the large number of different requirements, have established the company not only in the Greek and Balkanian market, but also in other areas, specially in Europe.

Services

Sound
Visual
Lighting
Congress System
I.T Department
Service Department
Creative Design

TUI HELLAS CORPORATE SERVICES

TUI HELLAS CORPORATE SERVICES

Practical Info
Street number: 
330
Street name: 
Thisseos Avenue
Postal code: 
17675
City: 
Kallithea
Telephone: 
+302109495200
Fax: 
+302109495205
Memberships: 
ICCA
CORE PCO: 
-
Association Management: 
-

HELEXPO PALACE-ATTICA EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE CENTRE

HELEXPO PALACE-ATTICA EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE CENTRE

Practical Info
Street number: 
39
Street name: 
Kifissias Avenue
Postal code: 
15123
City: 
Maroussi
Telephone: 
+302106168888
Fax: 
+302106168800
Access for persons with limited mobility: 
Yes
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO

Location(s)

PCO CONVIN S.A.

PCO CONVIN S.A.

Practical Info
Photo: 
Convin.jpg
Street number: 
29
Street name: 
Kosta Varnali Street
Postal code: 
15233
City: 
Chalandri
Telephone: 
+302106833600
Fax: 
+302106847700
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
CORE PCO: 
Yes
Association Management: 
-
Description: 

 

CONVIN was founded in 2000, bringing a fresh approach to the field of tourism and conventions. After 6 very successful years, some of its founding members created PCO CONVIN S.A., in 2007, seeking a thorough renovation of our area.

In-depth knowledge, experience, responsibility and love for our object, characterize all of our associates. This has been appreciated and rewarded by our customers, who have placed us in one of the leading positions in our field.

Unexpected destinations, bewitching environment, careful planning of every detail: these are the elements of success. The ideal incentive trip which will establish essential communication and understanding among its participants. The effective planning of events and original strategic company "games", create unique opportunities for the advancement of your goals.

It is about time that company events should not be regarded as an obligation anymore. Put an end to thosse boring gatherings, where no one is having fun. PCO CONVIN makes the difference in your event. The correct, imaginative organization creates the proper mood for the attainment of your goals.

Specialization / Congress
Specialization Description: 

 

Services

• Planning proposal
• Budget Estimate
• Market Research
• Obtaining Sponsorhips
• Coordination of Scientific Program
• Composition and Printing of all brochures and advertising material for the Congress
• Advertisement and Public Exposure of the Congress
• Secretariat Support
• Organizing and Supervision of the Commercial Exhibition

Case study

Title of Meeting: 2nd Meeting of the Hellenic Association of Supportive Care of the Oral Cavity in Cancer "Oral Supportive Oncology - Improving the quality of life in cancer patients"
Period: 12-13/06/2010
Location: Royal Olympic Hotel, Athens
Participation: 200 delegates from 7 countries
Organizing Committee: Hellenic Association of Supportive Care of the Oral Cavity in Cancer

• PCO Services provided for the above meetings:
• Planning proposal & budget estimation
• Market research
• Sponsorship management
• Coordination of scientific program
• Composition and printing of all brochures and advertising material for the meeting
• Advertisement and public exposure of the meeting
• Secretarial support
• Online registration and accommodation management
• Travelling arrangements
• Audiovisual equipment
• Organizing and supervision of the commercial exhibition
• Social program

ERASMUS CONFERENCES TOURS & TRAVEL S.A.

ERASMUS CONFERENCES TOURS & TRAVEL S.A.

Practical Info
Street number: 
1
Street name: 
Kolofontos & Evridikis Street
Postal code: 
16121
City: 
Athens
Telephone: 
+302107257693
Fax: 
+302107257532
Memberships: 
ICCA
IAPCO
HAPCO
CORE PCO: 
-
Association Management: 
-

AC&C INTERNATIONAL S.A.

AC&C INTERNATIONAL S.A.

Practical Info
Photo: 
ICP 1.jpg
Street number: 
1A
Street name: 
Pierias Street
Postal code: 
14451
City: 
Metamorfossi
Telephone: 
+302106889100
Fax: 
+302106844777
Memberships: 
ICCA
INCON
IAPCO
HAPCO
CORE PCO: 
Yes
Association Management: 
-
Description: 

 

AC&C International, member of the C&C International Group of Companies, is a leading Professional Congress Organiser in Greece and Southeast Europe, providing high quality integrated services to its clients for local and international congresses and events of any scale.

Employing its expertise and talent, AC&C International guarantees more than the mere execution of all organisational aspects; it also ensures inspiring ideas, tailor made solutions and cost-effective practices.

From the initial stage of bidding for a congress through to the drafting of the congress programme and the thank you notes, AC&C employs their expertise to deliver integrated services to their clients, ensuring successful events every time. Be it incentive travel, congress delegations or corporate meetings and events aC&C International provides destination management services in all its forms. Our experience incorporates more than 700 such programmes all over the world.

Specialization / Congress
Specialization Description: 

 

•monitors the international calendars and keeps you updated on international conference events that you may be interested in
•submits and processes registration forms
•organises transfers to the congress destination as well as local transfers
•evaluates accommodation choices and suggests optimal solutions to participants, according to the available budget, participants' desires, and activities they wish to take part in
•organises group meals and dinners, after having evaluated and proposed specific restaurants, by selecting menus, making seating arrangements, and preparing the necessary printed material such as menus etc)
•plans and organises leisure and other activity proposals for travelers
•organises excursions or other activities for accompanying persons
•provides group delegations with experienced group escorts, who are constantly present, from the moment of their departure from the destination and throughout the duration of the journey, taking care of each and every detail, from a quick hotel check-in and theatre ticket issuing to the successful handling of unpredictable events.

Services

Bidding services
Project Management
Venue management
Programme handling services
Registration services
Marketing and communication
Printed material
Sponsorships and Exhibitions
VIP services
Hospitality services
State-of-the-art technology systems
Competent project teams
DMC services

Case Study:

41st European Association for the Study of Diabetes Meeting (EASD)

10-15 September 2005, Athens, Greece

A record number of participants attended the 41st Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) which took place in the Peace and Friendship Stadium in Athens, Greece, on 10-15 September 2005. The Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes is among the largest yearly international meetings dealing with the study of diabetes.

EASD 2005 in numbers:

 3 years of intensive preparation
12.841 pre-registered delegates
100 countries of origin
1.195 scientific presentations on diabetes
218 sessions
390 parallel sessions
302 keynote speakers
3.086 sq.m. exhibition area
51 exhibitors
6.707 accommodation bookings
346 accredited journalists
481 trained staff
50seats capacity congress secretariat
38 PCs
1 minute average waiting time in congress secretariat
2 press conference rooms
2 exhibitor desks
5 information desks

 

FREI S.A. TRAVEL-CONGRESS

FREI S.A. TRAVEL-CONGRESS

Practical Info
Street number: 
3
Street name: 
Paparigopoulou Street, Klafthmonos Square
Postal code: 
10561
City: 
Athens
Telephone: 
+302103215600
Fax: 
+302103219296
E-mail: 
info@frei.gr
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
SITE
MPI
CORE PCO: 
-
Association Management: 
-

TRAINING AND CONFERENCE CENTRE OF THE NATIONAL BANK OF GREECE S.A.

TRAINING AND CONFERENCE CENTRE OF THE NATIONAL BANK OF GREECE S.A.

Practical Info
Street number: 
41-43
Street name: 
Poseidonos Avenue
Postal code: 
16675
City: 
Glyfada
Telephone: 
+302108917100
Fax: 
+302108917177
E-mail: 
info@ekete.gr
Access for persons with limited mobility: 
Yes
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO

Location(s)

TRIAENA TOURS & CONGRESS S.A.

TRIAENA TOURS & CONGRESS S.A.

Practical Info
Street number: 
15
Street name: 
Messogion Avenue
Postal code: 
11526
City: 
Athens
Telephone: 
+302107499300
Fax: 
+302107713795
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
CORE PCO: 
-
Association Management: 
-

CAPSIS CULTURAL EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE CENTRE ATHENS

CAPSIS CULTURAL EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE CENTRE ATHENS

Practical Info
Street number: 
10
Street name: 
Parnonos Street
Postal code: 
15125
City: 
Maroussi
Telephone: 
+302106142083
Fax: 
+302106142072
Access for persons with limited mobility: 
-
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
MPI

Location(s)

MARINE TOURS S.A.

MARINE TOURS S.A.

Practical Info
Street number: 
7-15 & 8
Street name: 
Pandrosou & Mnisikleous Street
Postal code: 
10557
City: 
Athens
Telephone: 
+302103712200
Fax: 
+302103712290
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
CORE PCO: 
-
Association Management: 
-

AFEA S.A. TRAVEL AND CONGRESS SERVICES

AFEA S.A. TRAVEL AND CONGRESS SERVICES

Practical Info
Photo: 
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Street number: 
39-41
Street name: 
Lykavittou Street
Postal code: 
10672
City: 
Athens
Telephone: 
+302103668800
Fax: 
+302103643511
E-mail: 
info@afea.gr
Memberships: 
ICCA
HAPCO
CORE PCO: 
-
Association Management: 
-
Description: 

 

Afea S.A. Travel and Congress Services has been operating in the travel industry for over 30 years, providing integrated travel services and innovative travel products, in combination to a high level of service quality and use of technological resources.

The company was founded in 1977 in Athens and since then it operates with great success in the organization of Meetings, Incentives, Congresses & Events. Afea S.A. has a wide network of associates all over the world which is constantly updated and expanded. The company's client list includes, among other, major companies and enterprises, scientific and educational organizations, as well as public institutions, in Greece and in countries all over the world.

Specialization / Congress
Specialization Description: 

 

Services

Venue proposals
Integrated online registration
Hospitality services
Budgeting
Sponsoring and financing
Project design and management
Full - scale secretarial support
Communication
Entertainment & social events design
Pre & post- event detailed reporting
Corporate Meeting & Incentive Sales Trip

Case Study:

May - June 2009

Athens - Greece

Key facts

Client: Italian Insurance Company
Origin: Rome & Milan
Number of participants: 100 pax men/ women, Sales staff & Management
Hotel: Westin Athens, Astir Palace
Accommodation: Single rooms & Suites
Guides: Professional Italian speaking guides were escorting the group throughout the whole incentive trip

DAILY PROGRAM:

1st day:
Arrival at Athens Airport and transfer to Westin Athens at Astir Palace Complex in 2 groups.
Meet & Greet at the airport
Welcome drink at hotel upon arrival.
Early in the afternoon transfer to Cape Sounio for sightseeing and then transfer to Kuzina Restaurant at Thissio area, close to Plaka, for dinner.

2nd day:
09.00 Depart from hotel for Athens sightseeing (duration 3-4 hours).
13.30 Lunch at Psarra's Taverna in Plaka area.
After lunch return to hotel.
18.00-20.00 Meeting at hotel.
21.30 Dinner at hotel's taverna. Unique setting at a dock by the sea, where the guests had their dinner in exclusivity while savoring the best of the Greek summer delights.

3rd day:
10:00. Departure from Astir Palace with a private boat (exclusively for the group) for one day cruise to Hydra.
13.00 Lunch in a Greek traditional tavern in Hydra.
18.00 Return to hotel.
21.00 Gala dinner at Island / C-Lounge.

4th day:
Lunch at the hotel and then transfer to the airport for the departure flight.

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