The Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD) is Ireland's first purpose built, state-of-the-art international conference and event venue. Winners of 22 industry awards since opening in 2010, including being named as one of the top four Convention Centres in the World at the AIPC Apex Awards in 2012, The CCD has gained a world-wide reputation for offering first-class service with a high level of professionalism and expertise. The CCD as already hosted over 700 events, and has lined up an impressive range of events in relation to Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union in the first half of 2013, including eHealth Week (2,500 delegates), EUROGI's Eye on Earth Conference (1,200 delegates) and EuroNanoForum (800 delegates).

Dublin: wealth of choice and value for money

Located right in the heart of Dublin, one of Europe's most popular capital cities, a host of competitively priced hotels and facilities lie within walking distance of The CCD, where delegates and clients tend to be impressed by the wealth of choice and value for money on offer. The CCD is also supported by an extensive public transport network, meaning that delegates can explore the rest of the city's bars, nightlife, restaurants and tourist attractions with ease. In addition, Dublin airport is just 20 minutes away and has daily flights to all of the UK and Europe's major capital cities, as well as international cities further afield.