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The National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro (NTO Montenegro), through its Montenegro Convention
Bureau (MCB), will exhibit at IMEX America for the first time, taking place October 13–15, 2026, at the
Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The show marks Montenegro's official debut at North
America's leading trade event for the meetings, incentives, conferences and events (MICE) industry, and its
first dedicated push to introduce U.S. and international meeting planners to the destination.
“IMEX America gives us the opportunity to introduce Montenegro to a whole new community of planners and
buyers,” said Aleksandra Maksimovic, Director of the Montenegro Convention Bureau. “We are a small
destination with an extraordinary amount of variety — sea and mountains, historic towns and modern
venues, conveniently within short distances of one another. Meeting us in Las Vegas, alongside our nine MCB
members, is the best way for planners to discover Montenegro’s wide range of experiences in a small and
accessible environment for their next conference, incentive program or event.”
At IMEX America, the Montenegro Convention Bureau will be located at Booth #E2000 and joined by nine
MICE partners representing leading hotels, resorts, destination management companies and the local
tourism organisation of Montenegro’s capital. Together, they will showcase the venues, incentive ideas and
local expertise available to planners considering Montenegro for their next event:
Hotels & Resorts
• Strategic partner of NTO Montenegro, Montenegro Stars Hotel Group owns and manages a
portfolio of 4- and 5-star hotels on the Budva Riviera, including the Splendid Conference & SPA
Resort, Montenegro Beach Resort, Sea Star Hotel and the upcoming Montis Mountain Resort.
The portfolio hosts 300+ meetings and group events annually and holds the Green Key eco-
certification and the Montenegro Quality Gold Label, reflecting a commitment to sustainable,
high-standard hospitality.
• Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort is located in Montenegro's UNESCO-protected Bay of Kotor
and easily reached from Tivat, Dubrovnik and Podgorica airports. The 252-room resort offers a
unique setting for business and leisure alike, with direct sea access through its own marina.
Indoor meeting rooms, a ballroom for up to 350 guests and two rooftop areas with sweeping bay
views are ideal for planners wanting business and scenery in one setting.
• An hour from Dubrovnik at the entrance to UNESCO-listed Boka Bay, the One&Only Portonovi is
a 122-key resort that pairs refined meeting venues with the only Chenot Espace wellness
destination in the One&Only portfolio — 4,000m² spanning hydrotherapy, cryotherapy and an
Oriental Hammam. EarthCheck Gold Certified, the resort offers a private 100-meter beach for
planners wanting incentive-worthy downtime built in.
• A Leading Hotels of the World property accessible from Tivat, Podgorica and Dubrovnik airports,
The Chedi Luštica Bay offers flexible venues that span a 174m² ballroom for up to 250 guests,
two boardrooms and a marina-view Penthouse, plus distinctive outdoor spaces like The SpotTerrace, Pool Deck and private beach. Six dining venues and Forbes Travel Guide Responsible Hospitality verification round out its appeal.
• Nestled beside Budva’s ancient walls and overlooking Ricardova Glava Beach, Avala Resort & Villas has anchored Adriatic hospitality since 1937 as one of the coast’s original hotels.Planners can expect first-class conference facilities, spacious delegate rooms and an
auditorium with state-of-the-art technology, backed by sumptuous banqueting and catering with
impeccable attention to detail.
Destination Management Companies
• With 15+ years of MICE experience and deep local knowledge, Montenegro Concierge DMC
creates seamless, highly personalized programs for international and U.S. clients who want to
discover Montenegro beyond the expected. From incentive trips and executive retreats to
corporate events, meetings, private dinners and exclusive experiences, they manage every on-
the-ground detail so planners can focus on the bigger picture.
• Eurotravel Solutions is a full-service destination management company (DMC) specializing in
tailor-made incentives, corporate events, meetings and leisure travel across Europe. Together
with Montenegro expert Southern Star, Eurotravel offers hotel accommodation, ground
transfers, curated excursions and complete MICE solutions — plus luxury travel, team-building
programs and active adventure tourism for groups seeking a fuller destination experience.
• Intours DMC Montenegro by Boka Waves is one of the Adriatic region's leading destination
management companies. Intours designs bespoke incentive experiences built on authentic
local access, creative thinking and flawless execution — equally suited to a single-country
program or a seamless multi-country itinerary across the region.
Local Tourism Organisation
• Tourism Organisation of Podgorica is the primary promoter of tourism for the capital of
Montenegro — Europe's first ecologically declared state — which boasts an exceptional, easily
accessible geo-touristic location. Podgorica is a congress destination and an ideal gateway for
exploring the country’s diverse regions, offering planners a blend of natural and cultural heritage
alongside strong gastronomic and wine experiences.
Compact, diverse and full of character, Montenegro allows planners to combine business, nature, culture
and exceptional experiences within a single destination. The Bay of Kotor and 180 miles of Adriatic coastline
sit within easy reach of dramatic mountain landscapes, historic towns and distinctive venues that include
modern conference facilities, luxury resorts, historic palaces, museums, fortresses and wineries. The
country is served by two international airports, in Podgorica and Tivat, with connections to major European
hubs. The border is a 40-minute drive from the Dubrovnik Airport (DBV), making Montenegro an accessible
addition to Adriatic and European incentive itineraries.
The Montenegro Convention Bureau team will be available throughout the show for buyer appointments,
offering destination expertise, practical guidance and connections to trusted local MICE partners. Planners
can find out more about hosting an event in Montenegro at www.montenegro.travel/en/mice/plan-your-event.
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Notes to editors
About NTO Montenegro
The National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro is responsible for marketing tourism globally, as well as
developing the Montenegro product, both as a brand and destination. The organisation's tasks include
market research; nurturing cooperation with domestic and foreign tourism bodies and the travel industry; as
well as planning and carrying out national and global public relations exercises and advertising.
NTO Montenegro also supports and advises local tourism bodies on the sustainable development of tourism
in Montenegro and on raising its visibility. Acting as an ambassador to the country, NTO Montenegro aims to
inspire both citizens and visitors by promoting the beauty and culture of Montenegro.
For further information on travel in Montenegro, visit www.montenegro.travel.
About the Montenegro Convention Bureau
The Montenegro Convention Bureau, part of the National Tourism Organisation of Montenegro, is a key point
of contact for meeting and event planners considering Montenegro. The Bureau provides destination
expertise, practical guidance and connections to trusted local MICE partners, helping planners identify the
right venues, services and experiences for conferences, corporate meetings, incentive programs and special
events.
Key facts
Airlift: Montenegro has two international airports, Podgorica and Tivat, with connections to major European hubs.
Core product pillars: Coastal, Nature and Adventure, Cultural Heritage, Health and Wellness, and MICE.
U.S. Arrivals: Montenegro welcomed 61,707 U.S. arrivals in 2025, a 16.1% increase over 2024, with an 11.4%
increase in overnight stays.
IMEX America 2026: October 13–15, 2026, at Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas; find Montenegro
at Booth #E2000.
Exhibiting MICE partners (9): Montenegro Stars Hotel Group, Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, One&Only
Portonovi, The Chedi Luštica Bay, Avala Resort & Villas, Montenegro Concierge DMC, Eurotravel Solutions
operated by Southern Star, Intours DMC Montenegro by Boka Waves, and the Tourism Organisation of
Podgorica.
SOCIAL:
www.linkedin.com/company/national-tourism-organisation-of-montenegro
www.instagram.com/gomontenegro
www.youtube.com/user/Montenegro
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