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The tight schedule at fmx/08 makes careful planning very important. At times, there are up to ten events taking place simultaneously. Getting from one place to the other only takes several minutes, but I would strongly recommend downloading the schedule in advance and taking a look at the events one would like to attend. Also important: Especially with renowned speakers, I want to to recommend getting to the respective location at least during the break right after the last talk.

If one wants to take a break from the schedule, make notes on one’s laptop, or read & write an email, I can recommend the recreation area at the first floor with its open, relaxed atmosphere. This is also a good place for a short chat with other people. Many people also sit outside, if the weather allows it.

Snacks and coffee are most likely again available at the 2nd floor right next to the hallway. In addition, there’s also a restaurant at the bottom floor, where one can sit, have a cappuccino or whatever (ordering something is AFAIK mandatory here).

For the lunch break, there are many opportunities to go out and eat something in one of the venues in the neighborhood (approx. a five to ten minutes’ walk from the fmx). Especially around the Schloßplatz, there’s really a multitude of opportunities, from pizzerias to “Starbucks” to good restaurants such as the “Alte Kanzlei” (in the meantime, I have made the promised map with the most recommended venues in the area).

In the evening, after fmx closes, there will be most likely at least one party somewhere in the city’s center, and probably also an opportunity to attend a sneak preview (last year, fmx attendees had the chance to see “Spider-Man 3″ for free; that was prior to the official release in Europe).

All in all, chances are that this will be an exciting week with many opportunities.

– Photographs © Copyright 2007 by Reiner Pfisterer. Courtesy of fmx. –