Detailed Timetable
Event Schedule
Discover the timeline for all conference activities, ensuring you make the most of your experience with us.
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Conference at a glance
Sunday, June 6, Opening Reception
- 17:00–21:00Welcome receptionOpening drinks and finger food to kick off the conference. Location: The Governor's Palace (Gouverneurspaleis), Punda
Monday, June 7, Day 1
- 09:00–16:00Conference sessionsKeynotes, parallel paper sessions and panel discussions across all four tracks
- 17:00–City WalkGuided evening walk through Willemstad's historic districts
Tuesday, June 8, Day 2
- 09:00–18:00Conference sessionsFull day of keynotes, parallel sessions and poster presentations
- 19:30–Conference dinnerA Curaçao-grown dinner, local cuisine, music, and culture. Location to be announced. Sign-up required during registration.
Wednesday, June 9, Day 3 & Excursion
- 09:00–12:30Conference sessionsMorning sessions across all tracks
- 13:00–18:00Bus excursion, BandabouGuided bus tour through the west side of the island: rugged landscape, historic sites, and natural scenery. Sign-up required.
- 19:00–Free eveningTime to explore Willemstad, Pietermaai's restaurants, bars, and live music are a short walk away.
Thursday, June 10, Day 4 & Closing
- 09:00–15:30Conference sessions & closing ceremonyFinal sessions, concluding remarks, and farewell
- 16:30–18:30Boat trip, Willemstad harbourAn evening on the water through the iconic harbour of Willemstad, ending with a lively evening along Punda's waterfront
Friday, June 11, Post-Conference (Optional)
- All dayPost-conference tour, Klein Curaçao (optional, separate sign-up)
A day trip to the uninhabited island of Klein Curaçao, snorkelling, pristine beaches, and the historic lighthouse.
Optional extras
Excursion and dinner
The conference includes several optional social activities: a city walk through Willemstad, a bus excursion to Bandabou, a harbour boat trip, a conference dinner, and a post-conference day trip to Klein Curaçao.
Sign-up for social events is required during registration. Space is limited.
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Social Programme
Beyond the conference room
Curaçao's culture, coastline and colour are as much a part of the conference as the sessions themselves.
