Accommodation is not included in the ticket price.

• Option 1: Click here to see rooms booked by the organisers at discounted rates for attendees. If you have any questions or want help choosing, feel free to reach out to our partners at Feedel Ventures, at lamia@feedel.ventures.
• Option 2: Click here to see Booking.com results for July 6-12. We recommend booking accommodation in Taranto Vecchia, the island to the west of the city, as many of our events will happen there.

Please note that hotels in Taranto are much cheaper compared to that of other cities in the region.

We know founders are incredibly busy, so all activities on the agenda are completely optional.

Feel free to skip an event to take a meeting, get some deep work done, or just relax at the beach (only 10 minutes away).

It is best to fly to Bari International Airport (BRI). From there, take the Pugliairbus (shuttle bus) directly to Taranto.

• Travel time: Approximately 85 minutes.

• Booking: We strongly recommend checking the shuttle bus schedule before booking your flight, and also booking your bus ticket in advance. Some booking options include:

  • Aeroporti di Puglia portal

  • Sita Sud website

  • Flixbus

  • GetYourGuide

• Timing: Monday’s Welcome Reception is at 7pm. We advice to land in Bari several hours in advance, and to double-check that you have a connecting shuttle bus service which fits with your landing time. Be sure the check the shuttle-bus schedule before you book your flight to have a smooth journey.

Aside from Bari, Brindisi Salento (BDS) Airport is also a great option.

• While smaller, it is even closer to Taranto than Bari. Shuttle bus services are also available from BDS.
• Again, we strongly recommend to check the bus schedule before booking your flight, to make sure shuttle transit schedule aligns with your landing time.

Yes, attendees are welcome to bring their family members to all evening meetups, the Friday Beach Festival, and the weekend meetups.

Please note that the Tuesday Boat Trip, Wednesday Day Trip, and Thursday Startup Conference are reserved for ticket holders only.

On Friday, while the beach is open to families, the sit-down workshops and roundtable sessions are for ticket holders to ensure a focused environment for our founders and investors.

Yes - We have a list of Do's and Don'ts.

DO’s

• Be Open & Curious: Say hi to new people, start conversations, and embrace unexpected connections. Some of the best opportunities begin with one simple introduction.
• Share Knowledge Generously: Bring your ideas, lessons learned, and startup stories to the table. The more we share, the more we all grow.
• Support Each Other: Offer help where you can — whether that’s advice, introductions, feedback, or encouragement.
• Practice Mindfulness & Respect: Be aware of the people around you. Respect personal boundaries, different perspectives, and everyone’s individual experience.
• Travel Together: Coordinate your travel with fellow attendees when possible: share buses/taxis, travel in groups, and help each other navigate.
• Stay Aware of Your Belongings: Please keep an eye on your valuables and watch out for pickpockets.

DON’Ts

• Don’t Exclude Others: Invite people standing alone into your group.
• Don’t Be Transactional: Focus on genuine relationships, not just networking checklists.
• Don’t Interrupt or Dominate Conversations: Make space for everyone to contribute.
• Don’t Ignore Boundaries: Respect time, energy, personal space, and consent.
• Don’t Leave Others Behind: Invite others along if they seem unsure or alone.
• Don’t Assume Everyone Feels Comfortable: Help create a welcoming, approachable environment.
• Don't Initiate Intense Debates/Arguments on Politics or Religion; keep our focus on the startup community.