The Pharma Logistics Winter University will be held in Abu Dhabi, the vibrant capital of the United Arab Emirates. Situated on an island in the Arabian Gulf, Abu Dhabi is known for its modern skyline, cultural landmarks, and rich history.
Hotel + room booking
Partner hotel
The partner hotel for the Pharma Logistics Winter University is Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi *****
The hotel is located within a 10-minute walking distance from Khalifa University.
More information about the hotel can be found here: https://www.dusit.com/dusitthani-abudhabi/
Hotel booking
The booking link for the hotel is now open (until 15 December). Participants can book their room at a discounted rate, preferably sharing with one or two other participants.
Each reservation includes:
- A high-quality breakfast
- Spacious rooms of approximately 42 m²
Indicative prices per person per night:
- Triple room (3 persons): ~€70 per person per night
- Twin room (2 persons): ~€83 per person per night
Room sharing
To facilitate room sharing, we have created a room-share form. Participants who are interested in sharing a room can complete this short survey to share their contact details and preferences.
All responses are automatically collected in a shared overview. Participants can then contact each other directly and arrange their room booking together.
Important note on rates
Please note that the discounted rate is only available during the Winter University period.
If you would like to extend your stay before or after the event, higher prices may apply, as the hotel expects increased demand due to the Open Masters Games starting on February 6.
Dress code
The Pharma Logistics Winter University combines indoor lectures with a mix of professional networking moments and social activities. Alongside classroom sessions, there are formal events such as receptions (e.g., at the Belgian Residency in Abu Dhabi or partner hotels) and a gala dinner, as well as cultural and social outings like the Grand Mosque visit and a desert trip.
For the formal receptions and the gala dinner, we recommend dressing up in formal/business attire (think shirt and/or suit, blazer, dress, or equivalent). For lectures and daytime programme elements, smart casual is ideal. For the evening social activities, bring comfortable casual clothing that is warm enough for cooler evening temperatures (long pants and a sweater will do). Throughout the week, please also keep in mind the general dress-code etiquette in Abu Dhabi and Dubai: modest, neat clothing is appreciated, and for specific cultural visits (such as the mosque) more conservative coverage may be required.
Flights
Flights are not included, but several flight options are available to Abu Dhabi and Dubai (90min drive) via Etihad (Brussels), Emirates (Brussels, Amsterdam & Dusseldorf), Eurowings (Coln and Dusseldorf), KLM (Amsterdam) & Transavia (Amsterdam).
