The 50th FICB International Congress will take place in Macedonia, the biblical land with thousands of years long history of wine production. The main hub during the congress will be Skopje, the capital, with daily tours in the wine region of Macedonia. The extension will be in Ohrid, the UNESCO World heritage town, a cultural and spiritual center of South – East Europe placed by the beautiful Ohrid Lake, also on the UNESCO list, for its great biodiversity as the oldest lake in Europe. The extensive program during the congress and the extension offers unique experiences of ancient traditions, music, mouthwatering Balkan dishes, and exceptional wines made in Macedonia, as well as a special “Wines of the World” tasting and academic session with opportunities for professional contacts for participants involved in the wine industry.
A detailed itinerary and additional information may be found in the full brochure which is available as a download from the Welcome Page at www.vinskivitezi.mk. Please check back often for updates which will be posted there as well.

Ordo Equestris Vini Europae-Consulate for Macedonia looks forward to your participating in 2018!

Deposit Policy: 250 € (two hundred fifty euro) per person due at the time of registration.
Payment Policy: Full payment is due on or before 31st of January 2018.
Cancellations: Any cancellations must be confirmed in writing by the person who made the original booking
Cancellation Policy: The following cancellation policy will apply to the above mentioned registrations. For all registrations cancelled:
• Any time before 15th November 2017- full refund of deposit, less a 50 € per person processing fee.
• After 15th November 2017– no deposit refund.
All deposits and payments are due by 31st of January 2018. Failure to pay in full by 31st of January 2018 may result in cancellation and no deposit refund will be given. Any costs incurred to collect monies owed will be the sole financial responsibility of the registrant.
• Cancellations by 28th February2018- 75% refund of payment;
• Cancellations by 31st of March 2018- 50% refund of payment.
Please note that all refunds are less the 50€ per person processing fees.
• Cancellations after 01st of April 2018 – no refund


We strongly suggest travel insurance. Register for travel insurance at: http://www.macedoniatravel.com/home/travel-insurance (location # 316015)

Disclaimer: Macedonia Travel and OEVE-Consulate for Macedonia act only as an agent for the various independent suppliers that provide hotel accommodations, transportation, sightseeing, activities, meals, and other services connected with this Congress event. Such services are subject to the terms and conditions of the suppliers. Macedonia Travel and OEVE-Consulate for Macedonia and their respective employees, agents, guides, and other representatives accept no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or any other incident which may be caused by the negligence, defect, or default of any company or person performing these services. Responsibility is not accepted for losses, injury, damages, or expenses of any kind due to sickness, weather, strikes, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, natural disasters, local laws, or other such causes. All services and accommodations are subject to the laws and regulations of the country in which they are provided. Macedonia Travel and OEVE-Consulate for Macedonia are not responsible for any baggage or personal effects of any individual participating in the Congress arranged by Macedonia Travel and OEVE-Consulate for Macedonia.

All Prices for Registration Include: Hotel, 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners, wines with lunches & dinners, admission to all events listed on itinerary, transportation to all events during Congress, entertainment, all applicable taxes and gratuities.
Extension Prices Include: Hotel, 2 additional breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners and transportation to events. Registration for Extension is listed separately from Congress.

If space is still available after 31st of January 2018, registration for some lunch and dinner events may be available on a per event basis without transportation provided. You may check for availability and pricing by emailing info@macedoniatravel.com after 20th of January 2018.
Information will also be posted at www.vinskivitezi.mk
Please note: Return transportation from your point of arrival (airport, etc) to the host hotels is not included in Congress. After the Extension group bus transportation will be provided to Ohrid and Skopje airports. After registration, an email with transportation suggestions from various airports to the hotels will be provided.

Also note: All Venues are Non-Smoking.