The 2025 Next Engineers Partners’ Workshop is our second convening for Next Engineers partners from around the world. During our time together, we will exchange ideas and insights on implementation, build and strengthen our relationships, and continue to generate strategies for improving program design.
Representatives from GE Vernova, GE Aerospace, each Community Partner, and FHI 360 will all convene at the Iberostar Selection Lisboa hotel, Lisbon, Portugal, September 16-18.
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Hotel Information:
Iberostar Selection Lisboa
R. Castilho 64
1250-071 Lisboa, Portugal
Plan Your Visit to Lisbon, Portugal:
Lisbon, Portugal, offers visitors plenty to do and see. The city offers a beautiful mix of historic charm and modern vibrancy, with its stunning architecture, vibrant neighborhoods like Alfama and Bairro Alto, and delectable Portuguese cuisine. Lisbon’s hilly streets and scenic viewpoints provide breathtaking views. Check out the links below for some ideas of how to spend your spare time.
- General: https://www.visitlisboa.com/en
- Tickets Required:
- Jerónimos Monastery (will be included in the Lisbon tour on Tuesday): https://www.jeronimosmonasterytickets.com/
- Belém Tower (will be included in the Lisbon tour on Tuesday): https://torrebelem.com/en/tour/torre-belem-skip-the-line-tickets/
- São Jorge Castle: https://castelo-sao-jorge.byblueticket.pt/Evento?IdEvento=4971
- Top 24 FREE things to do in Lisbon: https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/top-free-things-to-do-in-lisbon
- Places to Eat: https://www.earthtrekkers.com/lisbon-restaurants/
- Biking Tours: https://www.biketours.com/lisbon/
Don't forget your outlet adapters and currency! Portugal uses Type F power adapters. And while Lisbon is becoming increasingly cashless, some small shops and taxis may only accept cash. It is advised to have some Euros on hand for small purchases, tips, and transportation.
Weather: Lisbon enjoys warm and pleasant weather in September with average high temperatures around 79F/26C and low temperatures around 63F/17C. Rainfall is relatively low and the city experiences an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day making it a great city to explore…be sure to pack a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses!
Using Metro to Explore
The Lisbon Metro offers an affordable option for traveling around Lisbon. You can buy a Navegante card from any automatic ticket machine or ticket office at metro, ferry and train station. You can buy a Lisboa card online. See the differences between card options here.
Look up maps and plan your trip: https://www.lisbonguru.com/lisbon-metro/
