{"id":1111,"date":"2026-01-08T11:55:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T10:55:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nb.no\/konferanse\/?page_id=1111"},"modified":"2026-03-06T12:56:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T11:56:03","slug":"practical-information","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nb.no\/DAISYconference2026\/practical-information\/","title":{"rendered":"Practical information"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Venue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The conference will take place at the National Library of Norway, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.no\/maps\/place\/Nasjonalbiblioteket\/@59.9139308,10.7154816,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x46416c2b317e5fa1:0x99daeff36858a72d!8m2!3d59.9139308!4d10.7176703\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Henrik Ibsens gate 110, Oslo<\/a>, located at Solli plass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wi-Fi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Conference participants may connect to the open Wi-Fi network \u201cGuest\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As this is an open network, we recommend using a VPN to ensure secure browsing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The venue is accessible for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility. Elevators provide access to all conference rooms. Hearing loop systems are available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you require any assistance, for example, elevator assistance upon arrival, use of a hearing loop during sessions, or other accessibility arrangements, please specify this in the registration form or contact us at <a href=\"mailto:daisymeeting@nb.no\" rel=\"sponsored nofollow\">daisymeeting@nb.no<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Food and Beverages<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lunch will be served free of charge in the canteen at 1 AM on both conference days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All guests are welcome to a reception in the canteen on Thursday from 5\u20137 PM. Light refreshments and soft drinks will be served. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Library has its own bar, &#8220;Nasjonalbibliotekbaren&#8221;, open from 11 AM to 10 PM and a bakery open from 7 AM to 5 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arriving by Air<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Oslo Airport, Gardermoen (OSL) is Norway\u2019s main international airport, with direct flights from more than 120 international destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From the Airport to the City Centre<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>From Oslo Airport (OSL), take a train to Nationaltheatret Station. The National Library is approximately a ten-minute walk from the station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/flytoget.no\/?location=7600180&amp;direction=to\">Express Train (Flytoget)<\/a> \u2013 22 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vy.no\/en#journey-planner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Local and Regional Trains (VY)<\/a> \u2013 27 min<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We do not recommend taking a taxi from the airport. The journey takes at least 45 minutes, and taxi fares in Norway are high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Public Transport in Oslo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Public transport in Oslo is operated by Ruter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You must purchase a valid ticket in the Ruter app or get a physical travel card in a kiosk before entering. Tickets are not sold on board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/ruter.no\/en\/about-our-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tickets local transport<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/reise.ruter.no\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Travel planner<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The closest stop to the venue is Solli, served by bus 21, 30, and 31, and tram 12 and 13. See the <a href=\"https:\/\/reise.ruter.no\/?from=%7B%22id%22%3A%22NSR%3AStopPlace%3A58404%22%2C%22location%22%3A%7B%22latitude%22%3A59.914994%2C%22longitude%22%3A10.7322%2C%22__typename%22%3A%22Location%22%7D%2C%22name%22%3A%22Nationaltheatret%22%7D&amp;to=%7B%22id%22%3A%22NSR%3AStopPlace%3A58289%22%2C%22location%22%3A%7B%22latitude%22%3A59.914768%2C%22longitude%22%3A10.717914%2C%22__typename%22%3A%22Location%22%7D%2C%22name%22%3A%22Solli%22%7D\">Ruter website<\/a> or app for routes and schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visa to Norway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Citizens from the EU\/EEA and North America may visit Norway without a visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants from other countries should check visa requirements via the official website of the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI), which provides <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udi.no\/en\/want-to-apply\/visit-and-holiday\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">country-specific guidance<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udi.no\/en\/checklists-container\/how-to-apply-for-a-visitors-visa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">application checklists<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need a Visa Invitation Letter, please contact us well in advance at <a href=\"mailto:aisymeeting@nb.no\">daisymeeting@nb.no<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accommodation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oslo is a popular destination in summer, and we recommend booking accommodation early.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following hotels are within walking distance of the National Library:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scandic Solli (4 min)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thon Hotel Vika Atrium (8 min)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home Hotel Gabelshus (10 min) <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sommerro Hotel (2 min)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scandic Karl Johan (22 min)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tourist in Oslo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are planning to extend your stay, we recommend visiting the official tourism website for Oslo for inspiration, attractions, and practical information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitoslo.com\/en\/activities-and-attractions\/\">Activities and attractions in Oslo<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitnorway.com\/things-to-do\/nature-attractions\/fjords\/the-fjords-explained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Norwegian fjords<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":133,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"nb_hide_title":false,"nb_breadcrumb_title_override":"","sub_navigation_option":"","sub_navigation_custom_items":[],"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1111","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - 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