We are delighted that you will join Business for Peace 2017 in Oslo. This briefing contains logistical information to help make your stay in Oslo smooth and enjoyable. For the updated information about the Business for Peace Summit and Oslo Business for Peace Award, please visit businessforpeace.org.

 

ACCOMMODATION

Business for Peace recommends Grand Hotel, where we have a special rate available to you until April 10th. To make your booking, please go to www.grand.no. Under Promo/Corporate code, select “Group” and enter the code 1738134. Or – just press this link BUSINESS FOR PEACE 2017 to go directly to the booking site.

The hotel is located within walking distance to relevant venues. See on Google maps.

Grand Hotel

Karl Johans gate 31
Phone +47 2321 2000
E-mail: sigrun.skjelstad@grand.no

 

VENUES

Business for Peace Welcome Reception
May 15, The Dean’s House (“Professorboligen”), 17.30-19.00
Karl Johans gate 47, 0162 Oslo, (map link)

Business for Peace Roundtable
May 16, Sentralen, 09.00-15.00
Registration will take place from 08.00, guests must be seated at 08.50
Øvre Slottsgate 3, 0157 Oslo, (map link)

Oslo Business for Peace Award Ceremony
May 16, Oslo City Hall, 16.00-17.30
Registration will take place from 15.00-16.00, guests must be seated at 15.50
Fridtjof Nansens plass, 0160 Oslo, (map link)

Business for Peace Reception Dinner
May 16, Oslo City Hall, 18.00-20.30
Fridtjof Nansens plass, 0160 Oslo, (map link)

 

TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT TO THE HOTEL

Oslo Airport Gardermoen is about 50 km north of Oslo. Airport Express train takes you to the Nationaltheatret Station in 25 minutes. From the exit to Karl Johans gate, Grand Hotel is located on the left hand side in Karl Johans gate, (approx. 100 metres). Airport Taxi has an information desk in the arrival hall at Oslo Airport Gardermoen. The drive takes about 50 minutes and costs from NOK 800 (approx. 75 EUR) to the Grand Hotel. All taxis accept credit cards.

Limousine can be booked at Bislet Limousine: bislet@limousine.no +47 22672267.

 

VISA/AUTHORISATION TO TRAVEL TO OSLO

Some participants from outside the EU/EEA will require a visa. If you are in doubt or need further information on how to obtain a visa, please review this page. The Foundation might provide invitation letters to go with the applications. For more details please contact ingrid@businessforpeace.org

 

CURRENCY AND PAYMENTS

The currency of Norway is Norwegian Kroner (NOK). For current exchange rates, please click here. All banks and post offices in Norway offer currency exchange services. Money can also be exchanged at the airport or at tourist information office. Major credit cards are widely accepted in shops and restaurants. ATMs can be found easily.

 

WEATHER

The average daytime temperature in May is 10.8°C. The weather and temperatures can change quickly.. Please click here for weather forecast for Oslo.

 

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS

  • Police 112
  • Ambulance 113
  • Fire 110

 

17th OF MAY

17th of May is Norway’s Constitutional Day and a national holiday. It is a unique chance to experience Norwegian culture and the public celebrations that will take place all over the city including Oslo city center. For more information please visit this page.  We would also like to notify of the limitations in regard to transportation (public and taxi) during this day. For more information please visit this page.