Due to the current uncertainty about the evolution of the Corona pandemic and its impact on organizational travel policies, we have decided to postpone the 2020 FIRST TC in Amsterdam to the following year. We will do a new CFP next year but give priority consideration to people that did not get a chance to talk at this year's event. The cancellation of the event was a tough decision, and we know it will impact existing travel plans.
We want to prioritize the health and safety of all participants. Please send any questions to amsterdam-tc@first.org.
Reaching Amsterdam
The meeting place is in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is a main hub and thus easily reachable from all over the world. From the airport by far the most convenient way towards your hotel is by train to downtown Amsterdam. The trainstation "Schiphol" is integrated in the airport. Up to 7 times an hour trains leave for "Amsterdam CS" (Central Station).
If you come by international train, your destination will simply be Amsterdam Central Station.
In case you decide to come by car, be aware of the high public parking tariffs in town. You are advised to consult your hotel.
Making your way from Schiphol to the city
Taxi
Taxis are located directly outside the main exit of the airport. They cost approx. 45-50 Euro to get you into the city which takes about 20-25 minutes.
Train
Entry to the train station is located in the main plaza of the airport (see the Schiphol Airport website), under "Airport Facilities" check the "Trains" tab for details).
Purchase a ticket before you get down to the train platform. Tickets can be obtained from the ticket offices or vending machines (do not buy your ticket on the train as there are high fines!). As there are several destinations, and Amsterdam itself has more railway stations, please check the overhead display on the train platform to make sure your train goes to Amsterdam Central Station.
Hotel Transportation
Most of the larger hotels provide a courtesy shuttle service, you should check with your hotel:
http://www.schiphol.nl/Travellers/ToFromSchiphol/PublicTransport/HotelCourtesyBuses.htm
How to get to Cisco Systems
Cisco System in Amsterdam is located at:
Haarlerbergweg 13-19
Haarlerbergpark
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland 1101 CH
By Taxi
To order a taxi call 020-7777777, from the city it takes around 20-25 minutes to get to the office.
By Train
The simplest way of getting around is to purchase a GVB card which will allow you to travel on all public transport within the city. These are the most economical way of getting about. The cost of the travel cards is dependent on the duration you purchase:
| Days/hours |
Fares 2014 |
| 1 day - 24 hours |
€ 7.50 |
| 2 days - 48 hours |
€ 12.00 |
| 3 days - 72 hours |
€ 16.50 |
| 4 days - 96 hours |
€ 21.00 |
The cards can be purchased from:
- Driver and conductor (only the day card - 24 hours)
- Ticket Vending Machines at metro stations (24 to 96 hours)
- VVV offices (limited selection)
- Various hotels, camp sites and other organizations (limited selection)
- GWK offices in Amsterdam and at Schiphol (limited selection)
- From "Centraal Station" take the yellow metro line number 54 to "Bullewijk". ( 11 stops)
- Once at Bullewijk station it's just a few minutes' walk to get to the Cisco campus.
