3rd European Urantia Conference in Spain

20 – 23 October 2022

Overcoming Materialism – Enlightening Europe

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to the 3rd European Urantia Conference to be held at the Sol Torremolinos Resort, Malaga, Spain 20 to 23 October 2022.

The Urantia Association of Spain, Urantia Association International, and the European Organizing Committee have been working hard to create this event in Southern Europe to unite our European Urantia Community once again for our next European Urantia Conference. 

Our last European Continental Conference was in Tallinn 2019 and attracted Urantia Book students from Europe and North America who all participated in that event. The aim of this coming conference is to discuss questions about Urantia Book readers working together to bring enlightenment to the European continent in the midst of a materialistic, secular world. Urantia Book readers from all around the globe are welcome to join us in this Continental Conference.

About the Theme:

According to the revelators, “…the worst of the materialistic age is over; the day of a better understanding is already beginning to dawn” (195:6.4, 2076.9), and “The world needs to see Jesus living again on earth in the experience of spirit-born mortals who effectively reveal the Master to all men.” (195:10.1, 2084.1).

But how can we leave materialism behind and be born of the spirit? How can we develop spiritually? Jesus himself said that “Self-mastery is the measure of man’s moral nature and the indicator of his spiritual development.” (143:2.3, 1609.4) Then learning the art of self-mastery seems fundamental to progress, both morally and spiritually. For this reason, at the 3rd European Urantia Conference, we will explore the various facets that seem most important for us to govern ourselves. With that intention, a series of workshops has been proposed under the common title of “The Route of Self-mastery.”

Considering the physical, mental, and spiritual parts of ourselves, we have designed the workshops with the intension of examining all the aspects and tools that allow us to master ourselves:

  • Self-mastery from the neurophysiological point of view (body): We are mortal beings who live our lives through bodies of flesh and blood and are still very conditioned by the material. This workshop will deal with aspects related to genetics and other physiological conditions, such as the parts that make up the brain and how they influence our behavior and its neuroplasticity, which offers the possibility of changing our behavior patterns.
  • Learning self-mastery and finding communication tools (mind): We will study what self-mastery is, go over human emotions and how to manage them, and discuss the tools we possess to communicate lovingly with our peers. In this regard, we have as a reference the life of Jesus of Nazareth, the perfect example of human self-control.
  • Spiritual Aids: We will look at what The Urantia Book tells us about meditation, prayer, and worship and about the benefits they bring to make us progress spiritually.

The purpose of the workshops is fundamentally practical, so that a brief theoretical approach will be made at the beginning. Then a series of group activities will be carried out in which the participation of the attendees is fundamental. It’s about sharing our efforts to improve in all aspects and master the art of self-control. The idea is that from this conference, we do not only take the good moments lived with other readers but also new tools and ideas that help us in our daily lives.

About the Venue

Sol Torremolinos Resort is made up of three hotels all located on the Bajondillo beachfront in the historic town of Torremolinos-Málaga, one of the main tourist destinations on the Costa del Sol.

886 rooms spread over 3-blocks and 50,000 m of land. 9 new, modern, fully equipped meeting rooms, several with natural light. Capacity up to 400 people. This property is a one-minute walk from the beach. This complex is set on Bajondillo Beach in Torremolinos, offering a rooftop terrace with sea views and free Wi-Fi.

It has an outdoor pool, a heated indoor pool, a gym, and a spa that boasts eight sea-facing pools, a fully equipped gym, and a wide range of activities on offer. Sol Torremolinos Resort serves a buffet and continental breakfast, lunch (only during the summer period), and dinner buffet consisting of the Mediterranean and international cuisine. You can also eat à la carte; live music is offered at the Rooftop Sky & Sea or at the Central bar depending on the season. Modern rooms are bright and spacious. They have a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. All are air-conditioned and have satellite TV, a well-equipped bathroom, and free WIFI.

The Sol Torremolinos Complex is just 12 kilometers from Málaga, and is, therefore, the perfect setting to enjoy an unforgettable holiday in Torremolinos as a family, as a couple, or with friends. Enjoy warm weather throughout the year, lively nightlife, magnificent beaches, archaeological sites, wonderful cuisine, and “pescaíto frito” or historic architecture.

Sol Torremolinos Resort
Calle Bajondillo 36 – Paseo Marítimo Torremolinos                                                                             
CP 29620
Málaga-Spain

Tel.  +34 952 38 38 88 – Fax + 34 952 38 37 83
Website hotel
Email: jose.azuaga@melia.com
Google Maps: click here

Conference Packages

Basic Conference Package includes:

  1. Access to the conference center
  2. Access to the workshop rooms
  3. Meet & Greet
  4. Translation 
  5. Paper and pen
  6. Program booklet
  7. Mineral water 
  8. WIFI
  9. Excursion trip by bus through Málaga
  10. And more!

Complete Conference Package includes:

  1. Basic Conference package (everything above described)
  2. Hotel Conference package (2-nights full board + 1-night half board per person)
  3. And more!

Pricing

Basic Conference Package has a current value of €50,00 (early bird) and is available till September 19, 2022!

Note 1: The Basic Conference Package has to be paid separately see payment instructions for more details!

Pricing Hotel Conference Package (early bird), * with a 10% limited discount (1-20 blocked rooms)

Room typeBoard basis type Price per personTotal price
Double Room (1 person)2-nights full board + 1-night half board€448,65€448,65
Double Room (2 persons)2-nights full board + 1-night half board€244,80€489,60
Triple Room (3 persons)2-nights full board + 1-night half board€195,30€585,90
Extra board type information: The indicated prices are per room and per night with the mentioned board basis, 2 nights in full board, including mineral water + 1 drink (1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink) during lunch and dinner, and 1 night in half board including mineral water + 1 drink (1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink) during lunch. In other words, the stay includes from dinner on Thursday 20th of October to lunch on Sunday 23rd of October, except for dinner on Saturday 10/22, which will take place outside the hotel. 

Note 2: * See special payment instructions to obtain a 10% limited discount

Pricing Hotel Conference Package (regular bird), ** without a 10% discount (21-40 blocked rooms)

Room typeBoard basis type Price per personTotal price
Double Room (1 person)2-nights full board + 1-night half board€498,50€498,50
Double Room (2 persons)2-nights full board + 1-night half board€272,00€544,00
Triple Room (3 persons)2-nights full board + 1-night half board€217,00€651,00
Extra board type information: The indicated prices are per room and per night with the mentioned board basis, 2 nights in full board, including mineral water + 1 drink (1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink) during lunch and dinner, and 1 night in half board including mineral water + 1 drink (1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink) during lunch. In other words, the stay includes from dinner on Thursday 20th of October to lunch on Sunday 23rd of October, except for dinner on Saturday 10/22, which will take place outside the hotel. 

Note 3: ** See special payment instructions to obtain this rate

Additional Pricing Details

  • The Triple Room price for adults or children between two and twelve years old if sharing with two adults or other roommates is always charged for three people.
  • A supplement is charged at 25.00 € per person per day for second child up to 12 years old, if sharing a triple room with two parents or other roommates.
  • Baby from 0 to 2 years old in a cradle on request, free of charge.
  • Price to be paid per person who is not staying and wishes to have lunch or dinner: €26.00 per person and service including mineral water + 1 drink (1 beer or 1-soft drink or 1-glass of wine). 
  • Possibility of reimbursement of the reservation in particular cases due to just cause, accident, hospitalization, illness, etc.

Registration

To register go to the registration website at: www.urantiaevents.com where you will find a choice of 5 different languages.

For registration-related questions in English email: conferences@urantia-association.org

For registration-related questions in Spanish email: urantiaesp@gmail.com

Note 4: Registration is now open at: www.urantiaevents.com 

Booking

Sol Torremolinos Resort offers direct booking using a reservation email address. This way you will have a room at the hotel during the event. You can book your room by sending an email to the hotel and to us at the same time.

Because of tourism activities in Málaga during our event, and to keep the financial risk low, we only have an option with the hotel for 40 rooms (double and single rooms together). Make sure you reserve your conference package with accommodation and food and drinks in time and before September 19, 2022!

Please let us know during registration if you want to share a double room or triple room to save costs. Make sure you already selected your roommate in case you know this in advance.

If you have not booked a room with the hotel by September 19, 2022, we cannot guarantee you will have a room at the hotel during the conference! After that date, the hotel can rent the rooms to any other paying guest, even if they are not taking part in our conference. Make sure you book your room before that date!

Hotel Booking Instructions

Each member who attends will formalize the corresponding reservation in the manner and form described below:

Each client will send an email to jose.azuaga@melia.com and urantiaesp@gmail.com at the same time and with the email subject: Grupo Urantia – October 2022

Indicating the following in that email:

1) Number of people for the reservation.
2) Names and surnames.
3) Arrival day, departure day, and approx arrival time.
4) Room type (double room single use, double room with roommate, or triple room with 2-extra roommates)
5) ID or Passport numbers, issue of date of the people in the reservation.
6) Telephone Number.
7) Email.
8) Form of payment. (credit card or wire transfer).

Note 5: Hotel booking starts June 5, 2022 (CDT)!

Payment

For your complete conference package, you must pay separately and directly to Sol Torremolinos Resort, Málaga.

* A 100% payment must be made, after receiving, the email payment instructions from the hotel to apply for the early bird 10% discount rate!

** A 50% payment must be made, after receiving, the email payment instructions from the hotel to apply for the regular bird rate. The other 50% must be made not later than 20 September 2022!

Payment Instructions for Hotel

Make sure you follow first the hotel booking instructions before making any payment to Sol Torremolinos Resort, Málaga. Once you complete these steps, use the following payment instructions:

• By bank transfer or credit card to the BBVA Bank account 
• IBAN code: ES42 0182 2341 7400 1606 2522 
• BIC code: BBVAESMMXXX

Name and address of the bank: 
BANCO BBVA. EMPRESAS
MARQUES DE LARIOS 12 – 14 
CP 29005 -MÁLAGA Account holder: NEXPROM SA HOTEL DON PABLO

Payment must be made in euros. Payments in other currencies will not be accepted!

IMPORTANT: If you make a payment by bank transfer, make sure that the bank details, indicated are correct, as a transcription error entails an added cost for the association.

Payment Instructions for Basic Conference Package

For European registrants, there are three options to pay for the Basic Conference Package these are:

  1. Pay by European bank transfer
  2. Pay by PayPal

For registrants outside Europe, there are two options to pay for the Basic Conference Package these are:

  1. Pay by PayPal
  2. Pay at the event the day when you arrive at the hotel

Payment instructions to pay by PayPal, and a European bank transfer, will be given after registration at www.urantiaevents.com in the registration confirmation email.

Program

Note that this Program will be updated with more details as we get closer to the time! 

Thursday, 20 October

Regular Program

  • 14:00 – 15:30 Check in Event
  • 15:30 – 17:00 Meet & Greet
  • 17:00 – 18:00 Opening
  • 18:00 – 20:30 Mixed program
  • 20:30 – 21:30 Dinner
  • 21:30 – 23:00 Socializing

Friday, 21 October

  • 07:00 – 08:00 Breakfast
  • 08:30 – 14:30 Excursion with bus
  • 14:30 – 15:30 Lunch
  • 15:30 – 16:00 Break
  • 16:00 – 17:30 Mixed afternoon program
  • 18:00 – 20:30 Mixed evening program
  • 20:30 – 21:30 Dinner
  • 21:30 – 23:00 Entertainment

Saturday, 22 October

  • 07:00 – 08:30 Breakfast
  • 08:30 – 13:30 Morning program
  • 13:30 – 14:00 Break
  • 14:00 – 15:15 Lunch
  • 15:30 – 17:30 Mixed afternoon program
  • 17:30 – 23:30 Dinner outside hotel

Sunday, 23 October

  • 07:00 – 08:30 Breakfast
  • 08:30 – 13:30 Morning program with break
  • 13:30 – 14:00 Closing
  • 14:00 – 15:30 Lunch

Covid Information

On 2 June 2022, Spain lifted all restrictions on free movement between EU countries that it has applied for more than two years in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Since that date, Spain does not impose any health-related restriction on travelers coming from Ireland and, in general, from an EU country or a Schengen associated country. 

For more information go to this link

Make sure you always book your flight with an airliner that is flexible with changing dates if you have to cancel your flight for any reason!

Stay tuned for more updates!

Note: This conference is sponsored by Asociación Urantia de Espaňa, Urantia Association International and Urantia Foundation!