DEMO2024 - Workshop on Dependence Modelling

• Carole Bernard (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)
• Sofie Devos (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)
• Adamaria Perrotta (Co-Chair, University College Dublin, Ireland)
• Steven Vanduffel (Co-Chair, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)

• Michalis Anthropelos (University of Piraeus, Greece)
• Carole Bernard (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)
• Alfred Müller (Universität Siegen, Germany)
• Adamaria Perrotta (University College Dublin, Ireland)
• Giovanni Puccetti (University of Milan, Italy)
• Ludger Rüschendorf (University of Freiburg, Germany)
• Steven Vanduffel (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)
• Jing Yao (Soochow University, China)

• Alexis Derumigny (Delft University of Technology, the Netherlands)
• An Chen (Ulm University, Germany)
• Fabrizio Durante (University of Salento, Italy)
• Giacomo Scandolo (University of Firenze, Italy)
• Irene Gijbels (KU Leuven, Belgium)
• Jonathan Ansari (University of Salzburg, Austria)
• Jorge Navarro (University of Murcia, Spain)
• Marta Catalano (Luiss University, Italy)                  
• Max Nendel (University of Bielefeld, Germany)
• Morten Wilke (Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Belgium)              
• Peng Liu (University of Essex, United Kingdom)
• Philippe Yam (The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong)
• Runhuan Feng (Tsinghua University, China)
• Sandra Paterlini (University of Trento, Italy)
• Sebastian Jaimungal (University of Toronto, Canada)
• Shihao Zhu (Ulm University, Germany) 
• Silvana Pesenti (University of Toronto, Canada)
• Stefan Weber (University of Hannover, Germany)           
• Thomas Nagler (LMU Munich, Germany)
• Thorsten Moenig (Temple University, USA)
• Tiziana di Matteo (King's College London, United Kingdom)
• Zhenyu Cui (Stevens institute of Technology, USA)
• Zhiwei Tong (University of Iowa, USA)

Participation is upon invitation. If you would like to participate please send an email to Steven.Vanduffel@vub.be

The registration fee includes all breakfasts, lunches, dinners, hotel accommodation (4 nights) and a social activity.

This year's workshop will be held at Villa Angela, a charming three-star hotel located on the beautiful island of Ischia in Italy.

Below are the instructions on how to reach Hotel Villa Angela when traveling from Naples Airport or Naples Central Station.

Time Margins

• From Naples Airport: Allow 2.5 hours between landing and boat departure (2.0 hours if no checked luggage).
• From Naples Central Station: Allow 1.5 hours between arriving at the station and boat departure.
   

From Naples Airport

1. Take the Alibus to Porto Beverello:

• Location: The bus stop is approximately 100 meters from the airport exit, with clear signage.
• Frequency: Buses run every 10 minutes.
• Cost: 5 Euros (tickets can be purchased from the driver).
• Journey Time: Approximately 35 minutes.
• Stops: Porto Beverello is the third (and final) stop. The stop before it is Porta di Massa.
• Caution:
  • Avoid individuals offering rides to the port for 6 Euros, as they might demand more money upon arrival.
  • If opting for a taxi, confirm the fare beforehand (approximately 25 Euros).
     

2. Take the Fast Boat to Forio:

• Boat Company: Alilauro.
• Ticket Purchase:
  • Stand with your back to the cruise ship terminal entrance. The ticket office is about 100 meters away at your 10 o'clock position (blue office).
  • Tickets can be bought up to 2 hours before departure or directly at the ticket office.
• More Information: Visit Alilauro's website.
   

3. From the Port of Forio to Villa Angela:

• Notification: Once you have your ticket, text (WhatsApp) the hotel to inform them of your arrival time in Forio. They will arrange for a driver to pick you up. We will provide the hotel's contact details (Giuseppe - manager) a week before the meeting. 
• Arrival in Forio port:  When you disembark in Forio, walk along the pier and then turn right. After 200 meters you will see Hotel Villa Carolina. Directly after that on the right had side there is a parking lot. Someone of the hotel will pick you up there.

From Naples Central Station

1. Take the Metro to Porto Beverello:

• Metro Line: LINEA 1 direction Piscinola.
• Stop: Get off at Municipio.
• Cost: Single route ticket costs 1.50 Euros (available from ticket machines in the station).
• Frequency: Metro runs every 8 minutes during peak times and every 15 minutes otherwise.
• Directions: After getting off at Municipio, follow the internal corridor that leads directly into Molo Beverello, opposite the ticket office.
   

2. Take the Fast Boat to Forio:

• Boat Company: Alilauro.
• Ticket Purchase:
  • The boat departs from in front of the ticket shop.
  • Tickets can be bought up to 2 hours before departure or directly at the ticket office.
• More Information: Visit Alilauro's website.
   

3. From the Port of Forio to Villa Angela:

• Notification: Once you have your ticket, text (WhatsApp) the hotel to inform them of your arrival time in Forio. They will arrange for a driver to pick you up. We will provide the hotel's contact details (Giuseppe - manager) a week before the meeting. 
• Arrival in Forio port:  When you disembark in Forio, walk along the pier and then turn right. After 200 meters you will see Hotel Villa Carolina. Directly after that on the right had side there is a parking lot. Someone of the hotel will pick you up there.
   

Alternative Routes

Other Ferry/Boat Options:

Various companies offer ferry services to Ischia. For comprehensive information, visit this website.

Note: Some routes may depart from Porta di Massa and arrive at Ischia Porto. From Ischia Porto, you will need to take a taxi to reach Hotel Villa Angela in Forio.