PAYMENT METHOD:
The designated method for settling the registration fee for the XXVIII Applied Economics Meeting is via bank transfer.

ALDE – Asociación Libre de Economía
IBAN: ES33 2085 0103 9703 3175 1865
SWIFT/BIC CODE: CAZRES2Z
Bank: IBERCAJA Banco S.A.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY:
Notification of withdrawal must be sent to the following email address: alde@alde.es.

ALdE undertakes to process refunds of registration fees provided that the withdrawal is communicated before the end of the general registration period (5 May 2026).

Please note that bank transfers for refunds may incur transaction fees. In such cases, these charges will be deducted from the total amount refunded.

INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS:
Authors issuing payments from non-EU banking institutions are kindly requested to ensure that the amount received covers the registration fee in full. Any bank charges or commissions incurred must be borne by the remitter.

APPLIED ECONOMICS MEETINGS promoted by the Asociación Libre de Economía (AldE) and the Applied Economic Analysis (AEA), are conceived as a channel to disseminate and discuss research work that deepen the knowledge of reality through the use of applied economic analysis.

In Applied Economics Meeting two types of working sessions will take place. On the one hand, parallel thematic sessions, where scientific communications selected in each area will be presented. On the other hand, plenary sessions with invited keynote speakers.

The Applied Economics Meeting is open to the participation of the international scientific community, so that the official languages ​​are Spanish and English. The papers written in English can be assigned to a session in which it is the working language. Meeting organization encourages participants to present and defend their papers in English.

Scientific Committee:

Comité Organizador:

Important note: Cádiz is a well-established tourist destination with high accommodation demand, particularly during the summer season. Participants are therefore strongly advised to make their reservations well in advance in order to ensure availability and benefit from the most favourable rates.

Hotels with Special Congress Rates: Special Congress rates are available for a limited period and subject to availability. Participants are strongly encouraged to book accommodation as early as possible.

Hotel Francia y París *** (10 minutes’ walk)

Special Congress Rates (per room and night)

• • Single room: 80.00 €
  • Double room: 100.00 €
  • Optional breakfast: 12.00 € per person and day

Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.

How to book:

Reservations must be made directly with the hotel, indicating the booking reference: “CONGRESO ALDE”. By email: reservas@hotelfrancia.com  or by phone: 956557427

Hotel Boutique Las Cortes de Cádiz*** (12 minutes’ walk)

Congress participants may benefit from a special discount when booking directly with the hotel.

Special Congress Offer:

• • 7% discount on the best available rate
  • Discount code: ALDE2026
  • Valid for direct bookings only via:
    🔗 www.hotellascortes.com
  • Discount not applicable to travel agencies or online booking platforms

Reservations can be made directly through the hotel website. Availability is subject to hotel conditions.

Senator Cádiz Spa Hotel **** (14 minutes’ walk)

Dates: 11–13 June 2026 (2 nights)
Accommodation only

Special Congress Rates: (per room and night, VAT 10% not included)

• • Single room (DUI): 135.00 € + VAT
  • Double room: 140.00 € + VAT
  • Family double room: 160.00 € + VAT
    (Two 1.35 × 2 m beds. No extra bed.
    Max. occupancy: 3 adults + 1 child under 12, or 2 adults + 2 children)
  • Buffet breakfast supplement: 10.00 € + VAT per person and day

Rates valid for a minimum stay of 2 nights and subject to availability at the time of booking.

Reservations must be made directly with the hotel group, indicating participation in the « CONGRESO ALDE ¨ REF:.IXI1  ( SENATOR CADIZ) 

Phone: +34 950 984 103; Email: grupos@senatorhr.com

Payment will be made directly at the hotel. Availability is subject to hotel conditions.

Other hotels:

• Hotel Parador de Cádiz **** (5 minutes walking)
• Soho Boutique Cádiz *** (12 minutes walking)
• Soho Boutique Columela *** (12 minutes walking)
• Boutique Hotel Olom (10 minutes walking)
• Áurea Casa Palacio Sagasta **** (10 minutes walking)
• Hotel Boutique Convento Cádiz (14 minutes walking)

Please note that Cádiz offers a wide range of hotels and tourist apartments. Further accommodation options can be found through online search engines or travel agencies.

Cádiz is easily accessible by air, rail, and road.

Airports

• Jerez Airport (XRY) – approximately 45 km from Cádiz
• Seville Airport (SVQ) – approximately 125 km from Cádiz, offering more international flights

From Seville Airport (SVQ) to Cádiz

There is no direct train connection from Seville Airport.

1. Take the EA Airport Bus (TUSSAM) from Seville Airport to Seville Santa Justa Train Station.
   • Frequency: every 15–20 minutes
   • Travel time: approximately 25–30 minutes
   • No advance reservation required
2. From Seville Santa Justa Station, take a direct RENFE train to Cádiz.
   • Travel time: approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes
   • It is strongly recommended to book train tickets in advance, especially from Seville, as trains can sell out quickly.

🔗 www.renfe.com

From Jerez Airport (XRY) to Cádiz

Direct regional train services connect Jerez Airport with Cádiz.

• Travel time: approximately 40 minutes

From Cádiz Train Station to the Historic City Centre

Cádiz Train Station is located near the historic city centre. From there, the Congress venue can be reached on foot, by taxi, or by local transport. Cádiz is compact and very walkable.

Taxi Service

Most central locations, including the Congress venue, can easily be reached on foot. Taxis are available if needed, but are generally unnecessary within the city centre.

Main Venue: Edificio Constitución 1812, Cádiz.

The XXVIII Applied Economics Meeting will take place at the University of Cádiz, specifically at the Edificio Constitución 1812. Located in the heart of Cádiz, the Constitución de 1812 Building provides a distinctive academic setting with modern facilities and will host the parallel sessions of the Congress on 11 and 12 June.

📍 Venue access and directions: Paseo Carlos III, 3 

Interactive Map-> click here

Congress Dinner Venue
Friday 12th June 2026

📍 Baluarte de los Mártires, Cádiz

Interactive Map-> click here

Built in 1676 and declared a Site of Cultural Interest in 1993, the Baluarte de los Mártires is part of Cádiz’s historic defensive system.
This unique venue is open to the Atlantic Ocean and is located next to the famous La Caleta Beach, opposite the Castle of San Sebastián and its iconic lighthouse.

Official Visitor Information – Welcome to Cádiz, the oldest city in the Western World

The Local Organising Committee invites Congress participants to explore Cádiz, known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and coastal setting.

For travel tips, cultural activities, and local experiences:
🔗 Official City Guide – Cádiz Tourism

APPLIED ECONOMIC ANALYSIS YOUNG RESEARCHER AWARD

2026 CALL FOR PAPERS

1. The Applied Economic Analysis Young Researcher Award will be granted to the best paper presented at the Meeting whose author or authors are (all) UNDER 35 years of age and have expressed their desire to be considered for the award by selecting the corresponding option on the registration form for the Applied Economics Meeting.

2. The Selection Panel will be composed of the Meeting’s Scientific Committee or those members to whom the Committee delegates this responsibility. The Panel will select the winning paper through an objective scoring system, which will be reported to the Board of Directors. Additionally, the Panel may take into account the opinions of the moderators from the sessions where the papers are presented.

3. The Award consists of €1,000.00 (one thousand euros), donated by Ediciones de la Revista de Economía Aplicada, the publisher of Applied Economic Analysis.

Objective: to encourage the participation of ALdE junior members in the Applied Economics Meetings.

Eligibility: ALdE members aged 35 or under who are registered for the XXVIII Applied Economics Meeting. Membership status must be active at the time the grant is paid.

Application Procedure: applicants for the travel grant must submit the following documentation using the form provided on this page:

• Travel grant application letter.
• A brief Curriculum Vitae.
• A copy of the paper to be presented at the conference or, failing that, an abstract.

Awarding Process: applications will be assessed by the ALdE Board of Directors or its delegated members. Travel grants will be allocated according to the following criteria:

• The quality and relevance of the submitted paper.
• The applicant’s Curriculum Vitae.
• Priority will be given to applicants currently undertaking a PhD thesis who have not received a grant in previous calls. In no case may a grant be awarded for more than two calls.

Grant Amount: 10 travel grants will be awarded for participation in the Applied Economics Meeting. Each grant is for up to €400, and proof of expenditure will be required.

Appeals: all decisions made by the selection committee shall be final and not subject to appeal.

Applicant Obligations and Payment Procedures: grant payments will be processed following the Applied Economics Meeting, upon submission of a copy of the certificate of attendance and paper presentation. This documentation must be sent to alde@alde.es.

Submission Period: 1 March to 1 April 2026.

Notification of Results: 30 April 2026.

The results for the travel grants will be published on 30 April 2026.

Then all previous editions of the Meetings of Applied Economics are listed. To access the detail of any of them, click on the name.