Plitvice Lakes: fewer visitors, higher revenue – a shift towards premium and sustainable tourism
Tomislav Kovačević, Director of Plitvice Lakes National Park, talks about the long-awaited start of the hotel renovation project within the national park, sustainable tourism under UNESCO...
The guiding spirit of Croatia’s meetings and incentive industry: Ranko Filipović on the craft of the PCO profession
After more than 30 years in the meetings industry, Ranko Filipović reveals what the real work of a PCO looks like – between success, “invisible” work and a constant commitment to advancing the...
Veljko Ostojić: active supply management and speed of response will be decisive to the success of the season
In a climate of geopolitical uncertainty and inflation, Veljko Ostojić analyzes the findings of HUT’s latest survey and explains why speed of response has become more important than the number of...
From ULTRA Festival to International Conferences - Damir Lukić on the Success of AC Hotel by Marriott Split
In an interview with Damir Lukić, General Manager of AC Hotel by Marriott Split, we discover how one of the city's newer hotels has quickly established itself as an important part of Croatia's MICE...
Damjana Domanovac: Tourism and the way we travel are changing, PLACE2GO is evolving with them
Ahead of the new edition of the PLACE2GO fair, we spoke with the festival director about what’s new, the challenges of organization and the trends increasingly reshaping the way we travel
Vesna Pritchard: Outstanding PCO agencies always deliver extra value
Vesna Pritchard shares her perspective on event organisation and explains why people and trust are the key to success in the congress and events industry
Danijel Koletić: Without courage and passion, there is no successful event
The organiser behind one of the region’s longest-running international PR conferences speaks openly about the challenges, mistakes and the “invisible” work behind a successful event.
Marcus Smola: Sustainable hotel profitability today requires smart processes and a strong MICE product
Ahead of the Best Stay Event, Marcus Smola speaks about the challenges facing hoteliers, the formulas for profitability, and the role of a strong, well-structured MICE product in business growth...
Ana First: returning home with a clear vision – new hotels, a new role, and a new chapter for Dubrovnik
As CEO of the Dubrovnik Sea Sun Hotels group, Ana First is beginning a new chapter in Dubrovnik’s hotel and MICE offering, with a focus on boutique events, luxury with a strong local identity, and...
