What will the weather be like in Barcelona in October?
Barcelona weather in October is warm with an average high of 21°C. At night, temperatures lower to 12°C. There are around ten hours of sunlight per day with 58mm of rain spread across ten days of the month. Thunderstorms are possible at this time of year, so make sure to check the forecast to prepare.

What clothing should I bring?
Pack versatile layers to adapt to the changing daily temperatures. During the day, light sweaters or long-sleeved tops are usually enough, but a warmer jacket might be needed for cooler evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are useful. An umbrella or a raincoat could come in handy with the occasional showers. The Summit dress code is business casual to casual. 

What currency should I bring?
The national currency of Barcelona is the Euro (€). We recommend checking with your bank about additional international transaction fees.

Whats the best way to travel around Barcelona?

Taxi Travel (Barcelona & Sant Cugat)
Within Sant Cugat: ~20 min journeys cost €25–€35.
Barcelona ↔ Sant Cugat: €30-€40 (20–25 min, traffic dependent).
Fares: Metered (base ~€2.80 + distance/time; higher at night/weekends).
Extras: Possible surcharges for airport trips, traffic, or bookings.

From Barcelona Airport
Use official black & yellow taxis from ranks outside all terminals (24/7).
Cost to city centre: €30–€40 + €4.50 airport surcharge.
Only use designated taxi ranks (avoid unsolicited offers inside the terminal).

Booking a Taxi

• Phone (24/7):
  • Barcelona: 933 033 033
  • Ràdio Taxi Sant Cugat: 935 894 422
  • Taxi 24H, serving both areas: 935 160 027 or 682 463 009
• App: FreeNow (recommended)
• WhatsApp/Phone bookings: Taxi 24H BCN 682 463 009
• Accessible taxis: 644 446 543

What is the gift exchange? 
On Wednesday, October 7, we will have a gift exchange. It is designed to help you meet a new colleague, meaning that participants will introduce themselves and exchange a gift. Please bring a gift representing your region, place of work or your part of the world (suggested value ~€20). Past gifts have included hats, t-shirts, scarves, sweatshirts, pint glasses and books. Feel free to be creative and bring something you would like to receive yourself!

Do I need medical and travel insurance?
Please check with your employer to see if they offer medical and travel insurance or if you need to procure insurance as an individual. Please note: the Global Career Services Summit is not responsible for any travel or health related issues of its participants, either before, during, or after the Summit.

Are meals included in the registration?
Registration includes:

7th October

• Refreshments during the afternoon
• Dinner

8th October

• Lunch
• Refreshments during the day
• Dinner

9th October

• Refreshments during the morning