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WHAT'S HOT IN 2016

1. 51st “Floraart”

International garden show “Floraart” to host 51st edition in Zagreb – not just Croatian exhibitors, but also many international exhibitors will display and present their flower designs in Zagreb, from May 30 to June 06, 2016.

2. Zagreb Time Machine

Travel in a time machine on the streets of Zagreb. Every Saturday and Sunday till October 2, 2016 you can enjoy a historical buzz with famous people and legends who were important for Zagreb’s history. The time machine in Zrinjevac Park will lead you through operettas, waltzes, marches and jazz rhythms every Saturday.

3. New 4* Hotel opening

In a place where there should be a shopping centre there will now be the 4* hotel Academia. The hotel will be opened at the end of June and will provide accommodation in 51 luxurious rooms and 6 apartments.

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WHAT'S HOT IN 2016

1. GLOBSEC 2016

Global Security Forum GLOBSEC 2016 – the leading annual forum in Central Europe will this year feature Madeleine Albright.

Globsec

2. Design Conference 2016

The project is bringing together the world’s best designers to share their personal experiences and pragmatic insights on how to put theory into action.

3. Slovak Presidency

Slovak 2016 Presidency of the Council of the European Union – from July to December 2016 Bratislava will hold the presidency.

Bratislava

4. Year of Slovak Music

Presented by the Ministry of Culture with the aim of highlighting Slovak musical production and musical performance.

5. Hyperloop

Hyperloop investors eye Bratislava – Slovakia being a technological leader in the automotive, material science and energy industries, which are integral to the Hyperloop system.

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COLOURFUL CONGRESS VARIETY

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

Subotica has a soul. It is a city where it seems that time has stopped. The proud town centre merges almost imperceptibly into the surrounding melancholy plains. Economically and culturally Subotica is one of the most developed cities in Serbia. Congress guests will be impressed by the multicultural spirit and European charm, which is reflected in a large number of special venues in a small area. Well-developed albeit not connected is the offer of various incentive programmes. Subotica has a functioning Congress bureau, the hotel facilities are good and the culinary tradition is an extra plus. All of this represents an exciting congress package calling out for more penetrating international or at least regional marketing to exploit the full potential of the city. We see this especially in the development of incentive programmes and smaller professional meetings and conferences taking advantage of the scientific and cultural potential of the city. To top it all off, Subotica offers a lot of music for little money.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 436
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 9
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 270
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 570 m2
  • Destination population: 97,910
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 400

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

SUBOTICA
INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2017		 
DESTINATION MARK: 3.45
Natural and cultural factors: 4.48
General and transport infrastructure: 4.16
Tourist infrastructure: 4.41
Meeting infrastructure: 4.13
Subjective grade: 4.40
Marketing Buzz: 3.91
ICCA index: 1.02
Numbeo quality of life Index: 2.84
Numbeo Safety Index2.97
ACI Airport Connectivity Index2.18

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URBAN MEETINGS

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

Pula is a city of intoxicating flavours, scents and multiple images. Only when you experience it, it becomes clear why it’s also a great meetings destination. Pula as a regional centre of Istria is in terms of congress tourism currently less developed than some tourist destinations in Istria. The role of the regional congress centre took Rovinj with intensive investment, partly Poreč and cities of NW Istria. Current investments of company Arenaturist incite very high degree of optimism since the city acquired a high quality infrastructure. Along with the urban culture of the city and number of higher education institutions, the potential for congress tourism in Istria is among the largest.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 372
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 2
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 180
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 1000 m2
  • Destination population: 57,460
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 700

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

PULA INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2017 
DESTINATION MARK: 3.66
Natural and cultural factors: 4.58
General and transport infrastructure: 4.45
Tourist infrastructure: 4.43
Meeting infrastructure: 4.08
Subjective grade: 4.36
Marketing Buzz: 3.85
ICCA index: 1.02
Numbeo quality of life Index: 3.87
Numbeo Safety Index:3.79
ACI Airport Connectivity Index 2.16

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VINTAGE MEETINGS

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

170 years of tourism tradition is based on the positive energy of the Riviera and the exceptional natural conditions. This is a great sign for the revival of Opatija congress tourism, which has recently relaxed slightly in comparison with the hyperactive Croatian Adriatic competitors. The city already boasts the entire infrastructure, but it is beaten mostly by an unfavorable image and somewhat slow adjustment to the new congress market conditions. A change of the structure of hotels is also necessary, as ‘cosmopolitan’ Opatija today only boasts three hotels in the 5-star category, whilst in Dubrovnik, there are now 14.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 1800
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 22
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 600
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 1,728 m2
  • Destination population: 11,659
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 900

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

OPATIJA
INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2016		 
Natural and cultural factors: 4.73
General and transport infrastructure: 4.56
Tourist infrastructure: 4.61
Meeting infrastructure: 4.76
Subjective grade: 4.77
Marketing Buzz: 4.44
ICCA index: 1.02
Numbeo quality of life Index: 3.49
Global Peace Index:4.35
ACI Airport Connectivity Index2.52
DESTINATION MARK: 3.92

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ON THE FOAMING SEA

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

Budva is one of the central incentive destinations on the Adriatic coast, with very successful marketing and despite numerous deficiencies in poor accessibility and current capacity selection.  The development plans for the Monte Carlo of the Adriatic, openness from foreign investors and very liberal policies could position the Montenegro coast very high on the meetings industry map in the next few years, while it is already the leader in the area of incentive programs. It boasts the unique opportunity for the practically untapped Russian meetings industry, which has always had a positive relationship with Budva. If this “wild beauty” improves its accessibility, price competitiveness and infrastructure, it can be a worthy competitor as a meetings destination even in the wider region of the Mediterranean as one of the top destinations.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 3,620
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 43
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 360
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 658 m2
  • Destination population: 36,739
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 800

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

BUDVA
INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2016		 
Natural and cultural factors: 4.44
General and transport infrastructure: 4.38
Tourist infrastructure: 4.65
Meeting infrastructure: 4.62
Subjective grade: 4.43
Marketing Buzz: 4.08
ICCA index: 1.02
Numbeo quality of life Index: 3.31
Numbeo Safety Index3.91
ACI Airport Connectivity Index2.50
Destination final grade: 3.73

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PORT OF ROSES

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

The historic laurels of the leading Adriatic congress destination are slowly starting to gather dust. Portorož is still in hard competition with Dubrovnik, Opatija and new Adriatic congress destinations that are developing all the time.

A rich congress history, tradition and the existing infrastructure are a competitive advantage. The meetings industry is by no means a tree to sleep under and simply harvest its fruit of wealthy congress participants. Despite that, Portorož has proven resilient and adaptable many times in the course of history, so some innovativeness and marketing opportunities should ensure it has a bright future.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 4,500
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 16
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 360
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 1,085 m2
  • Destination population: 2,849
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 1,100

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

PORTOROSE
INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2017		 
DESTINATION MARK: 3.88
Natural and cultural factors: 4.73
General and transport infrastructure: 4.54
Tourist infrastructure: 4.37
Meeting infrastructure: 4.49
Subjective grade: 4.70
Marketing Buzz: 4.19
ICCA index: 1.02
Numbeo quality of life Index: 3.79
Numbeo Safety Index4.48
ACI Airport Connectivity Index2.52

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THE IMAGE OF HEAVEN

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

As a recognisable brand Bled stands out among other congress destinations in the region. It most closely resembles Dubrovnik, which caught up with the pre-war congress tempo by taking the right steps. Currently the biggest disadvantage is the lack of a clear focus towards quality rather than mass tourism. This is most clearly seen in the restaurant, night life and shopping offer. As a result the current perception of quality is lower than with largest competitors. In Bled the saying ‘Less is more’ is very true. The potential for the meetings industry is immense, it just needs to be harnessed in the right way.

On the domestic market Bled lost most ground to Portorož, which on average hosts larger events with higher added value. Its advantages were traditionally built on congresses and conferences of international associations, which can once again fuel its development. It just needs to adapt to change faster.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 693
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 8
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 400
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 500 m2
  • Destination population: 6,322
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 514

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

BLED
INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2017		 
DESTINATION MARK: 3.91
Natural and cultural factors: 4.85
General and transport infrastructure: 4.61
Tourist infrastructure: 4.45
Meeting infrastructure: 4.62
Subjective grade: 4.65
Marketing Buzz: 4.19
ICCA index: 1.02
Numbeo quality of life Index: 3.37
Numbeo Safety Index4.14
ACI Airport Connectivity Index3.16

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SALZBURG GIVES YOU WINGS

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

It is difficult to compare Salzburg with it much larger brother Vienna, yet it offers all the characteristics of a congress destination and a cosmopolitan mix of visitors. For current logistics and transport restrictions of the city medium sized congresses with up to 2,500 participants are best suited. In this area they will offer you a superior product wrapped in superior packaging. Unlike the congress sister Ljubljana, which shares a lot in common, Salzburg has no problems with branding and visibility. Otherwise, location, location, location and once again location is considered a crucial reason for choosing Salzburg for your event.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 7,090
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 55
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 5,000
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 7,000 m2
  • Destination population: 150,887
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 5,000

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

SALZBURG INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2017 
DESTINATION MARK: 4.14
Natural and cultural factors: 4.76
General and transport infrastructure: 4.76
Tourist infrastructure: 4.73
Meeting infrastructure: 4.91
Subjective grade: 4.73
Marketing Buzz: 4.65
ICCA index: 1.82
Numbeo quality of life Index: 3.62
Numbeo Safety Index4.46
ACI Airport Connectivity Index2.93

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EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE

COMPARISON WITH THE REGION

Maribor is one of the most promising meetings destinations in Slovenia. The city is historically, ethnically and culturally extremely interesting. It gives an impression of familiarity and warmth. Unfortunately the city lacks an attractive story that would also attract foreign event organisers. I have a feeling that the lack of knowledge in the field of meetings industry stems from the influence of the past and industrial thinking. Maribor has everything that is necessary for development. On the other hand people are not fully aware of the potential the meetings industry could have.

MTLG INDEX / 2017 EDITION

DESTINATION CAPACITY

  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotel rooms: 525
  • The number of 4* and 5* category hotels: 9
  • Banquet hall maximum capacity: 400
  • The largest hall in the city (in m2): 404 m2
  • Destination population: 95,589
  • Maximum hall capacity in theatre style: 500

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OVERALL PERFORMANCE

MARIBOR INDIVIDUAL GRADES 2017 
DESTINATION MARK: 3.81
Natural and cultural factors: 4.64
General and transport infrastructure: 4.49
Tourist infrastructure: 4.39
Meeting infrastructure: 4.19
Subjective grade: 4.49
Marketing Buzz: 4.04
ICCA index: 1.02
Numbeo quality of life Index: 3.45
Numbeo Safety Index4.24
ACI Airport Connectivity Index3.09
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