Host Hotel

CC2010 will be held at the Sheraton Buenos Aires Hotel & Convention Center located in the heart of the city. Check in is at 15:00 hrs. and check-out is at 12:00 hrs. It is located at San Martin 1221/1275, telephone number: 54.11.43189000. The Hotel features a fully equipped gym, wet and dry sauna, massage parlor, relaxation room, snack bar, and two lighted tennis courts as well outdoor and indoor swimming pools. It is a landmark for international travelers and is a half-hour from the Ezeiza Airport. The Hotel offers spectacular views of Buenos Aires and the Río de la Plata. It is also conveniently located nearby many of the city's finest cultural attractions.

Guest room reservations can be made directly via: http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=0903091002&key=160A. Special guest room rates have been provided for our delegates and vary according to the room type reserved. These rates are included on the hotel's website via the link provided on this page. All delegate room reservations can be cancelled without penalty until April 8, 2010. For cancellations after that date, the following charges apply:

• April 9, 2010 to April 25, 2010: first night's stay
• April 26, 2010 to Reservation Arrival Date (or no arrival): Full length of stay

Venue Information

Argentina is situated at the southern end of South America. Ranked by size, it is the second country in South America and the eighth in the world. Visitors are delighted by its incredible diversity of landscapes. From the deserts in the North to the magnificent desolation of Patagonia in the South, and from the impressive Iguazú Falls in the North-East to the majesty of the Andes Mountains in the West, sceneries are as varied as one could wish.

Although Spanish is the official language, English speakers can feel comfortable in Argentina. Mainly of immigrant origin, the population of this Latin American country has preserved the European cultural traits during the transposition to the New World. Travellers are received with the characteristic cordiality and warmth of its people.

Buenos Aires

A vibrant metropolis
Buenos Aires, capital city of Argentina, is one of the biggest Latin American cities. Located at the mouth of the Río de la Plata, this bustling metropolis uniquely combines European charm and Latin American spirit. Buenos Aires is a culturally and socially exciting city and offers a number of museums, art galleries, cinemas and theaters. It is also the birthplace and the world capital of tango, a rhythm that was created by the banks of the Río de la Plata, at the end of the 19th century, as a fusion of European and African music. The city's vibrant nightlife is very diverse. In this city of contrasts you will find modern shopping malls with international brands, and picturesque handicraft fairs in different parks and squares.

Visa Requirements

Please refer to this PDF file for details regarding Argentinean visa requirements and worldwide embassy/consulate locations.