More practical information, including specific instructions on how to arrive at the venue, will be provided by e-mail to those who have registered as a person, estimated at 8 May.
Eating and social event
Participants are offered drinks and snacks in accordance with Statistics Finland's serving principle.
There is an opportunity to participate in the lunch at the Pasila office building at your own expense (buffe EUR 14).
The social event will be a walking tour in the green or marine landscapes of Helsinki. Participation in this, such as a self-catering dinner, which price is sought to be kept reasonable, will be asked later, not at the registration form.
Time
Finland (EEST) is one hour ahead of Central European time.
Hotel options in Pasila and city centre
Helsinki offers many hotel options, both near Pasila (good for event) and in the city centre around Helsinki Central Station.
Examples in or near Pasila district:
- Original Sokos Hotel Tripla ~300 m. Modern, clean, and ideal for international conference guests.
- Scandic Pasila ~600–700 m. Quiet rooms, good breakfast, and reliable Scandic‑level services.
- The Folks Hotel Konepaja ~700 m. Stylish 4‑star design hotel in nearby Vallila.
- Holiday Inn Helsinki Expo (IHG) ~800–900 m. A convenient 10–12 minute walk to Opastinsilta via well-marked pedestrian routes.
Events & Hotel demand
No obvious major event crowding in exactly those dates in Helsinki, but summer tourism means booking early is wise.
Easy transportation from airport
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, there’s a very easy and relatively inexpensive train connection to the city and Pasila. From Central Station or Pasila station, you can mainly walk or take a tram to your hotel.
Single ticket from/to airport costs EUR 4.80 and in inner city EUR 3.50 (with contacless payment - other forms of payment and ticketing also available).