EMO-TRANS Global Network Meeting 2025

Get ready: 

• The distance from the airport to the Marriott hotel is approximately – 7 miles.
• Airport transportation to the hotel – taxis are available on the arrival level in front of terminal 1 & terminal 2.  Taxi cost is approximately EUR45 - they accept cash and / or credit cards. 

 Hotel accommodations have been secured according to the travel details you’ve provided. Upon check-in, you will be asked to present a credit card for any incidentals. All other costs for accommodations, meetings, and planned events will be billed directly to the EMO Trans master account and your office will receive an invoice for these expenses after the meeting.

At check-in, you will also be required to sign a Social Media Consent Release Form – this grants EMO Trans the rights to use any images and content on our social media channels and EMO Trans newsletters

Your signature is mandated in accordance with German regulations.  Upon check-in you will also be receiving a welcome bag. 

 What to pack:

Hamburg’s weather in September is generally comfortable with average highs between 68-74°F and lows between 54-59°F.  While we are hoping for sunny days please be prepared for rainy forecasts.  

 The attire for our meeting is business casual - ties are not required during the day but collared shirts are. Be prepared - the hotel has a tendency to be much cooler in meeting spaces and restaurants. 

For our after-hour functions, consider comfortable clothing and walking shoes. On Tuesday evening (9/9), EMO Germany will be celebrating their 60th anniversary with a Gala Dinner, please consider professional photos will be taken so business attire is requested.  

 What to expect:

We’re scheduled to have an action-packed event. Our meeting will include presentations, bi-lateral meetings and networking opportunities.  We have planned group activities and our 60th anniversary gala dinner. 

Restaurants & Sightseeing:

Staying at the Hamburg Marriott Hotel near Jungfernstieg places you right in the heart of the city – the perfect starting point for exploring Hamburg’s most iconic sights.

Begin your day with a stroll along the Inner Alster Lake, just steps from the hotel, and enjoy the scenic views. From there, walk down to the historic Altstadt (Old Town), where you can visit the impressive Town Hall (Rathaus) and the Alsterarkaden with its charming arcades and cafés.

A short walk or boat ride will take you to the Speicherstadt, the world’s largest historic warehouse district and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nearby, the striking Elbphilharmonie concert hall offers guided tours and breathtaking views from its public plaza.

Other must-sees include the Miniatur Wunderland, the world’s largest model railway exhibition, and the International Maritime Museum. For a different perspective of the city, take a harbor boat tour from the Landungsbrücken piers.

With excellent transport connections, you can also easily reach neighborhoods like St. Pauli with the famous Reeperbahn, or the green oasis of Planten un Blomen park – both perfect for rounding off a day of sightseeing.

The area surrounding the hotel offers a wide variety of restaurants, ensuring that every taste is catered for. Thanks to Hamburg’s layout and excellent transport connections, nearby districts are also easy to explore. The hotel recommends the following restaurants:

• Tschebull Restaurant – Modern Austrian cuisine
• Edmondo Restaurant – Italian gourmet dining
• Pelikan Restaurant – Northern German specialties
• Cast Iron Grill – Located in the Hamburg Marriott Hotel
• Cardemon Restaurant – Progressive Indian dining
• Olá Lisboa – Portuguese specialties

Shopping:

Located just a short walk from the hotel, Jungfernstieg is one of Hamburg’s premier shopping destinations. Nestled along the picturesque Inner Alster Lake, this elegant boulevard offers a blend of high-end fashion, renowned department stores, and exclusive boutiques. Whether you're looking for luxury brands, designer labels, or unique local finds, you’ll discover a wide range of shopping opportunities in the area.

Just nearby, you'll also find Europa Passage, a modern shopping mall with over 120 shops, as well as Neuer Wall, one of Germany’s most prestigious shopping streets, known for its upscale fashion and jewelry stores.

With its mix of international flair and Hanseatic charm, shopping around Jungfernstieg is an experience not to be missed.