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page 4incentive destinations to watch 2014

page 7Ljubljana’s tips for incentives

Incentive Ideas by Category9 adrenaline experiences 19 active experiences 36 Csr experiences 43 Cultural experiences 55 Culinary experiences 67 Historical experiences 72 Luxury experiences

48 Incentive Hours in6 Ljubljana 16 dubrovnik 34 Soča Valley 52 Hvar 40 montenegro

Case studies41 discover slovenia, inspire your team53 picnic with barbeque contest65 iustitia

page 67Top 10incentive ideas according to the readers

page 80Country and region index

ŠPeLA JeRUc

With her youthful energy Špela carries out even the most difficult journalistic tasks. Over the past two years she has become an important part of the Kongres team and is now ready to conquer the media world

Natalija BaH ČaD

An unforgettable member in the editorial board of travelogues, who at each des-tination adds her icing on the cake. She has insight into the soul of destinations based on many years of practical experi-ence with the organisation of events.

POlONa SiMŠiČ

The knowledge and experience she accumu-lated with organisation of advertising festivals and conferences, she successfully transfers to the meetings industry. She tells stories of the project Conventa and takes care that they are always up to date and fresh.

ROBeRt cOtteR

Alongside his work for Kongres, Rob is a regular contributor to MPI’s One+ maga-zine as well as MICENET Asia and Eventbiz Japan. He attends international MICE events to seek out best practice and share this with the international meetings community.

GORazD ČaD

Editor of the magazine is in his profession a geographer and historian. He united his professional education and love of dis-covering new lesser-known convention destinations with love and passion for the meetings industry. In meetologues he will try to share his enthusiasm with the readers.

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Dear Incentive lovers!

Your search for the best Incentive programme is over! We are happy to present to you a brand new Incentive book containing the best of the best South East European incentive programmes. Incentive ideas guide book offers an abundance of good ideas and a variety of incentive offers. Kongres magazine has made research into the most at-tractive incentive destinations of the region. When making the list we used the criteria of destination’s attractive-ness, motivational effects on participants, originality of programmes and feedback from our partners.

South East Europe is a rich tapestry of diverse cultures, languages, traditions and customs. It is the most diverse, heterogeneous and complex transnational cooperation area in Europe, made up of a broad mix of countries. With these Incentive programs you will be able to see the yet unseen places, taste un-tasted foods, unknown wines, hear unintelligible languages and experience undiscovered experiences.

We captured more than 200 best of the best South East European incentive programmes from 8 countries. Whether you are looking for an adrenaline, active, CSR, cultural, historical, culinary or luxury experience, the Incentive book has it all. In the Book you will also find itineraries of different cities, Case studies, Top destinations to watch in 2014 and Top 10 Incentive ideas in the opinion of our readers.

We are sure you will find something for yourself.

The creators of this guide book hope you will enjoy flipping through the pages.A long trip. A difficult process. A beautiful guide book.

Špela Jeruc, Editor-in-Chief

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Destinations to Watch

Soča Valley, SloveniaAll of the spots in the Soča Valley can boast an excep-tional natural heritage and a wide range of incentive stories: rafting, kayaking, hydro speed, mountain biking, paragliding, hiking, mountaineering and fishing. Soča Valley is an unpolished incentive gem that with appropriate development would be an in-centive epicentre of Europe.

Istria, CroatiaIstria is the heart shaped peninsula with a landscape of green rolling hills, drowned valleys and fertile plains ideal for active incentive programs. While the scenic interior is beginning to attract artists and artisans to its hilltop villages, the rugged and indented coastline is enormously popular with the sun’n’sea set.

Julian Alps, SloveniaWhatever you do, whatever your style, Julian Alps will feed your imagination, fuel your passion and revitalize your spirit. Natural riches, plentiful water sources and a favourable climate created conditions for best incentive ideas and early settlement in this wonder-ful corner of Europe.

Karnten Lakes, AustriaSummer in Karnten Lakes is blue or turquoise up close, gentle to dark green a bit further away, and light grey in the distance: That’s what the view of the landscape of lakes looks like in Austria’s sunny south. Pleasure cyclists, racing machines and moun-tain bikers can all shake a leg here: Carinthia offers a wide variety of routes past lakes and rivers, moun-tains and hills or across hill and dale − alone, with likeminded people or with the whole family.

Kvarner Islands, CroatiaKvarner Islands brings together many of the Croatian coast’s most enticing features: grizzled coastal hills and mountains, an archipelago of ochre-grey islands and fishing villages with narrow alleys and gardens groaning under the weight of subtropical plants. Kvarner Islands seems to be made to host incentives.

INCENTIVE DESTINATIONS TO WATCH 2014

Soča Valley, Slovenia

Julian alps, slovenia

kvarner islands, Croatia

istria, Croatia

karnten Lakes, austria

Croatian national parks around Šibenik, Croatia dubrovnik and dalmatian islands, Croatia

kotor Bay, montenegro steiermark, austria

Belgrade, serbia

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Croatian National Parks around Šibenik, CroatiaBecause of the natural beauty, a major part of the area around the Krka is declared a national park, of which the geographical centre is Šibenik. This gives the whole area an outstanding experiential value and also numerous opportunities in the field of in-centives. On the seaside one may wonder at Kornati, the most dynamic and diverse group of islands in the Adriatic and a sustainable paradise.

Dubrovnik and Dalmatian Islands, CroatiaDubrovnik and Dalmatian Islands are a perfect place for incentives as they have all you can wish for; stun-ning Adriatic Sea, untouched countryside with hills and meadows, appealing historical sites and chal-lenging routes that are best scenery for outdoor in-centive programs.

Kotor Bay, MontenegroGrey Mountains and blue sea offer an amazing con-trast with the small Mediterranean towns. The Bay of Kotor, the only fjord in the Mediterranean Sea, was for centuries the crossroads of civilizations and cultures. That is why Kotor Bay offers a range of in-centive programs.

Steiermark, AustriaIn Steiermark (Styria), you‘ll find all the attractions of Austria in one province. Between the unspoilt nature of the Dachstein glacier and the enchanting scenery of the wine region, there is an abundance of lovely scenic spots and many impressing cultural treasures ideal for incentive programs.

Belgrade, SerbiaBelgrade the city of culture, Belgrade for incentives, the city of sports and leisure, city of festivals & music, Belgrade – Europe’s best nightlife and fun ...an inex-haustible source of energy. Belgrade dazzling at the crossroads of European resurgence celebrates a rich mix of culture, architecture, natural combination of oriental passion and European finesse which is the perfect combination for incentive programs.

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Itinerary

9:00 Arrival to Ljubljana Airport.

9:15 Old-timer cars awaiting in front of the Airport and departure for Bled, driving on scenic local roads.

10:15 Arrival to Bled castle, where the group can observe the functioning of historic printing press (the documents imprint the informa-tion about the event which participant get to keep), botelling of wine (that participants can keep) and a medieval sword duel.

11:00 After refreshment the group walks down to the lake where they have bicycles waiting for the participants and they have to follow a trail (which can include teambuilding el-ements) that leads them to the traditional “Pletna” boats.

12:00 Departure of boats to the Bled island to visit the Church and where additional team-building elements can be incorporated.

13:00 The boats bring the group to the Vila Bled, once a residence of president Tito. There lunch is served at the terrace.

15:00 The cars wait for the group in front of Vila Bled and the group departs toward Ljubljana.

16:15 After driving on the scenic roads the group arrives to Ljubljana to the hotel where after check-in the group is given some free time.

18:30 The group has a short walk to the funicular that takes them to Ljubljana castle, where at the viewing platform they have the aperi-tif with views over the city. This is followed by dinner at privatised Strelec restaurant, one of the most exclusive restaurants in the country. A variety of musical entertainment can be included in the programme of the dinner.

22:00 Return to the hotel and optional visit of bars and clubs in the old city.

10:00 Meeting in the hotel lobby and the start of special treasure hunt around the Ljubljana historic city centre, that includes discov-ering interesting spaces, foods and drinks related to the area.

13:00 Finish of the challenge is at the Ljubljana market, where a light lunch with show cooking is served in a privatised area.

14:30 A ship waits for the participants at the mar-ketplace and takes the group for a ride on the Ljubljanica river.

15:30 The bus waits for the group.

16:00 Arrival at Dvor Jezeršek estate where the participants are shown how to prepare bread. Each makes his personalised loaf and places it in the old oven. Refreshment is served to the participants.

17:10 The baked bread is given to the participants to take home

17:20 Departure of the bus to the airport.

17:25 Arrival to the airport.

48 INCENTIVE HOURS IN LJUBLJANA

Second best in Europe 2014 list by Lonely PlanetExecution: IN TOURS DMCt: +386 1 430 35 50e: [email protected]: www.intours-dmc.com

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SloveniaTIME MACHINE AT THE LJUBLJANA CASTLE – FROM EMONA TO A CITY SYMBOL

incentive: Discover the roles of the Castle Hill and the Ljubljana Castle throughout the cas-tle’s rich history. The costumed characters representing each period will create a genuinely special atmosphere, which will be both instructive and entertaining.

Best time of the year: Whole yearDuration: 60 – 90 minMin./max. of part.: 10 - 30location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Six time stations, six costumed charac-ters, a castle guideCompany: Ljubljanski grad, Ljubljana Castlewww.ljubljanskigrad.si

LJUBLJANA CYCLING TOUR Incentive: One of the best ways to get around the city, particularly its central part, is by bicycle. The cycling tour, led by specially trained guides, is a fun and dynamic way to dis-cover Ljubljana’s main sights, including several ones located outside the city centre.

Best time of the year : April – end OctoberDuration: 2 hoursMin./max. of part.: 5 – 40location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: The maximum you can see in just two hoursCompany: Ljubljana Tourism, www.visitljubljana.com

EXPERIENCING THE ROMAN CITY OF EMONA BY TORCHLIGHTincentive: The remains of Ljubljana’s predecessor, the ancient Roman city of Emona, can still be found in its very centre. Guests, dressed in Roman attire, set off on a tour that unveils Emona’s past, in the company of an Emonan citizen and a Roman legionary who carry torchligts to pave the way.

Duration: 2 hoursMin./max. of part.: 20 – 50 location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Ancient Roman heritage in the heart of Ljubljana by night.Company: Ljubljana Tourism, www.visitljubljana.comBest time of the year: May to October

EXPERIENCING THE ROMAN CITY OF EMONAincentive: The remains of Ljubljana’s predecessor, the ancient Roman city of Emona, can still be found right in the city centre. Dressed in Roman attire, guests can experience a tinge of its past history and lifestyle in the company of an Emonan citizen and a Roman legionary.

Duration: 2 hoursMin./max. of part.: 20 - 50Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Ancient Roman heritage in the heart of Ljubljana.Company: Ljubljana Tourism, www.visitljubljana.comBest time of the year: May to October

LJUBLJANA FROM THE SURFACE OF THE RIVER TO THE STARS ABOVE THE CASTLE HILL

incentive: Get o know Ljubljana’s top landmarks along the Ljubljanica river, in the Old Town and on the Castle Hill. The combination of a boat ride, walking tour and ascent by funicular offer a unique way of experiencing Ljubljana.

Duration: 3 hoursMin./max. of part.: 30 – 50 location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: The best of Ljubljana in three hours.Company: Ljubljana Tourism, www.visitljubljana.comBest time of the year: spring to autumn and 3 December to 1 January

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CYCLING incentive: Cycling on the forest trails of Iški Vintgar! Most of the trail runs through forests of Mokerc – Krim mountains and the extreme edges of the Bloke plateau. On the way we drive through the beautiful and remote villages, which are located on the top of canions of Iška and Zala rivers. During the journey, you can enjoy excellent views across the valleys of rivers Iška and Zala and also on the beautiful mountain peaks. On the way, our companion is clean and fresh air.

Duration: 5-6 hours Min./max. of part.: 3 - 15location: Iški vintgar-near to Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Fresh air, remote villages, preserved wild nature and beautiful views over precipitous cliffs…Company: IskAAadventure, Gačnik d.o.o.www.iskAAdventure.siBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

ELAPHITI ISLAND TRIATHLON incentive: The archipelago of the Elaphiti islands is just 30 minutes by boat from Dubrovnik. The islands are covered with pine forests and they will allow you to discover charming and authentic villages and idyllic bays. With this activity you will have fun with your team while participating in a few sport activities and find your way from one island to another. Swimming (optional), walking, kayaking, biking

Duration: 4 - 6 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 50location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Wow factor: Test your limits in unspoilt natureCompany: DT Croatiawww.dt-croatia.comBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

ZIP LINE AND FREE CLIMBING NEAR PLITVICE LAKES incentive: Zip line and free climbing at Gajina cave near Plitvice Lakes is new adrenaline program on attractive and unique location in Croatia. “Fly” through the air at a speed of 50 km/h on steel cables in lengths of 300 m above the river Korana, and have training course of free climbing on natural rocks.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 4 - 7 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 40location: Gajina cave and National park Plitvice Lakes, Croatia

Wow factor: Beautiful view on the river Korana from “bird perspective” and amazing excursion in one of the most beautiful Croatian National park Plitvice Lakes.Company: Apsolutna avantura d.o.o.www.absolute-adventure.hrwww.avantura-teambuiling.hr

QUAD SAFARI incentive: Whether you are beginner or an experienced driver one hour tour through the fields and woods will give you unforgettable experience in quad driving.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 1-1,30 hous Min./max. of part.: 1 -10location: Rizvanuša,Croatia

Wow factor: Quad ride through the woods, water, dirt road.Company: Martin d.o.o.www.adria-velebitica.hr

ADVENTURE CENTER RIZVAN CITY incentive: Memorable day and unforgettable adrenaline experience with superb entertain-ment is waiting for you.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 1 – 10 hoursMin./max. of part.: 1 - 100 location: Rizvanuša, Croatia

Wow factor: High rope course, zip line, climbing wall, paintball, giant swing, archery…Company: Martin d.o.o.www.adria-velebitica.hr

http://www.dt-croatia.com

http://www.absolute-adventure.hr/

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MontenegroONE-DAY HIGH RAFTING ADVENTURE incentive: The Tara River is like a white-water staircase with calm pools below the rapids allowing time to rest and bask, taking photos, and swimming in the splendour of this beau-tiful river.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 5 - 70 location: Tara, Montenegro

Wow factor: Raft Trip on the Tara River Winds its way through 18 fun filled kilometres of beautiful scenery and tumbling white-water on the most ex-citing rapids from Brstanovica to Scepan Polje.Company: Eko Pivawww.raftingmontenegro.com

CANYON NEVIDIO incentive: Canyon Nevidio is located in central part of Montenegro on slopes of Mount Durmitor. It was conquered 1965 for the first time till that year it “haven’t been seen” which probably is the main reason for its name. It is the last conquered canyon in Europe and still one of the less visited places. Canyon is 3 km long, with number of waterfalls, whirls and passages made by the water. In some places Nevidio cliffs are half meter wide and 400m high.

Best time of the year: From June to September Duration: 4hours Min./max. of part.: 5 - 50 location: Durmitor, Montenegro

Wow factor: The biggest part of the canyon is in eternal shadow. Sunlight cannot reach the bottom because of the steep cliffs. On certain spots, the width of the canyon is merely one meter.Company: Eko Piva, www.raftingmontenegro.com

AROUND TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK incentive: A programme is a mixture of cultural and natural heritage, spiced with adren-aline taste. It is designed for everyone, who enjoyes unspoilt nature, good food and good vibes. Scenic Juilan alps, jumping into raft boats on Soča river, tasty meal at Labrca recre-ational center, gorge walk are just some of the highlights of this epic trip.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: One day trip Min./max. of part.: 4 - 50location: Julian alps

Wow factor: Soča river, Julian alps, Tolminska korita gorge Company: Maya teamwww.maya.si, e-mail: [email protected], Phone: 041781723

EXPERIENCE WITH HELICOPTER incentive: Nature park Ljubljansko barje from a bird‘s eye view: a helicopter sightseeing flight is an unforgettable experience. Every year, more than 8,000 people visit this exep-tionally diverse park, but only fiew have the opportunity to see it from the air. Let yourself enjoy this powerfull expeience.

ble weather conditionsDuration: 10/15/30/60 min Min./max. of part.: Min 24/18/9/3, max 84/60/30/12location: Ljubljana, Ljubljansko barje, Iški vintgar, Slovenia

Wow factor: Excellent maneuvering skills, beauti-ful view, freedom of flight, all this and more you can afford with flight over the breathtaking scenery of Iški Vintgar, Krim, Mokrc and moor Ljubljansko barje.Company: IskAAadventure, Gačnik d.o.o.www.iskAAdventure.siBest time of the year: throughout the year in suita-

RAFTING IN THE TARA RIVER CANYON incentive: The Tara River Canyon - 82 km long and 1330 deep – the deepest canyon in Europe, part of the National Park Durmitor and UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the best activities that you can experience in Montenegro. One or two days on the river can be combined with an overnight in a traditional village by the river or up in the mountain.

Duration: 1,5 - 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 120 location: National Park Durmitor, Montenegro

Wow factor: Deepest canyon in Europe, crystal clear waterCompany: Talas-M DMCwww.talas-montenegro.com Best time of the year: Spring

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SURVIVAL IN THE WILD FORESTS OF SLOVENIA incentive: TIME OUT Events offers a thrilling and bonding experience in of the green areas of Slovenia. In an isolated forest, the group will learn to prepare meals with limited sup-plies, go on food gathering expeditions, wildlife spotting safaris and other team adventures and challenges that will provide you with the title of a true survivor!

Duration: ½ dayMin./max. of part.: 2 - 40location: Green Karst, Pokljuka Plateau, Slovenia

Wow factor: Pristine outdoor experience, new survival skills Company: TIME OUT Eventswww.timeoutevents.siBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

KORNATI SPEED BOAT TREASURE HUNT incentive: Ideal combination of a cruise and an adrenaline rush - a fast and exciting adven-ture on the sea. Bounce across the waves, feel the sea splashing in your face, stop directly below the cliffs and cast anchor in a turquoise sand cove. Treasure hunt adjusted to the legends and landscape of Kornati archipelago National park.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 1,5 - 2,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 5 - 50 location: NP Kornati, Croatia

Wow factor: National park Kornati & the adrenaline rideCompany: Rina Travel& Eventswww.rinatravel.com

RIVERS BY THE SEA – 8 DAY TOUR incentive: This activity program is a well-balanced mixture of activity, nature and culture. Your days will be filled with hiking, cycling, kayaking through rapids of exotic river canyons, rafting through jungle-like forests and exploring caves. Trips are designed for flexible, energetic people who like to be active and have a spirit of adventure and a positive attitude. The tour is based in Skradin, a unique town hidden in the Krka River estuary, on the very edge of the National Park.

Best time of the year: May - October Duration: 8 days Min./max. of part.: 4 -16 location: Skradin, Croatia

Wow factor: Perfect bound of adventure and culture by escaping the ordinary. Company: Raftrek travel d.o.o.www.raftrek.hr/summer

CETINA RIVER RAFTING incentive: The rapids of Cetina river are relatively easy and the scenery is breathtaking – waterfalls and caves, deep canyon and jungle like vegetation along the clear and green river. The warm Mediterranean climate meets mountain canyons and rivers here to create a setting for a fairy tale. The rafting trip ends in Radmanove Mlinice, nowadays an open air restaurant situated around a beautiful old water mill where you can relax and enjoy the traditional Croatian cuisine.

Best time of the year: April - October Duration: 2 – 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 -100 location: Omiš, Croatia

Wow factor: Jungle like vegetation along the clear and green river. Company: Raftrek travel d.o.o.www.raftrek.hr/summer

TWO DAYS OF RAFTING ON THE TARA RIVER incentive: One of the most interesting and most exciting experience is rafting through the canyon of Tara river, the experience that will remain in permanent memory to all who had experienced it at least once.Every visitor, with the excessive dose of adrenaline, can feel the magic of unspoiled nature, with magical and unique landscapes, changes from moment to moment .Find out all the secrets and see the beauty of one of the deepest and most beautiful canyon in Europe.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 2 - 3 days Min./max. of part.: 6- 60location: Durmitor, Montenegro

Wow factor: Emerald color, unpredictable temper-ament, rugged and steep coastline, a large water power and all sorts of underwater obstacles.Company: Eko Piva, www.raftingmontenegro.comCategory: Adrenaline experiences

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Wow factor: Emerald mountain river Soča Company: Soča Rafting d.o.o.www.socarafting.siBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

RAFTING ON SOČA RIVER incentive: The Soča Valley with its pristine and picturesque nature is a paradise for active experiences. Through rafting on the rapids of the emerald river we strengten the team spirit and admire the beauty surrounding us.

Duration: 2,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50 location: Bovec, Slovenia

CANYONINGincentive: An amusing, dynamic and unique way to discover the work of nature normally hidden from passers-by. This adventure takes place in canyon Sušec, 8 km from Bovec town, easy reachable. Lenght is 2 km, highest waterfall 12 m.

Duration: 2,5 - 3,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50location: Bovec, Slovenia

Wow factor: Walking, swimming, sliding, jumping,.... Company: Soča Rafting d.o.o.www.socarafting.si Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

RAFTMANIA ON RIVER ZRMANJA incentive: River Zrmanja is only river in Croatia that has rafting track above the hydro plant so the water level varies. That is why Zrmanja is called Beauty and the Beast! Experience an expedition down the magnificent Wild West-like canyons. Perfectly clear and green waters, rapids and waterfalls, hidden swimming pools and steep sided canyons will steal your heart and make this an unforgettable experience. After relax and have a meal prepared in traditional way in rural homestead.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 2,5 - 3,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 80 location: Zadar area, Croatia

Wow factor: Spectacular canyon and magnificent waterfallsCompany: VenEvent DMC & PCOwww.venevent.comT: +385 1 48 222 21

HOBIE TRIMARAN KAYAK FISHING incentive: Adventure trimaran including fishing

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 1 day – 7 daysMin./max. of part.: 4 - 10 location: Island Lošinj, Croatia

Wow factor: FishingCompany: Vela Ventis d.o.o. www.croyak.com, E: [email protected] T: 00385/989231034

HOBIE TRIMARAN EXPEDITIONS AND TOURS incentive: Adventure Hobie trimaran expeditions and tours, trimaran sailing school, kayak fishing, SUP paddling, diving, biking, hiking, team building programs.

Duration: 1 day – 7 daysMin./max. of part.: 4 - 100 location: Island Lošinj-Čikat, Island Cres, Croatia

Wow factor: Hobie trimaran expeditionsCompany: Vela Ventis d.o.o. I www.croyak.com, [email protected], 00385/989231034 Best time of the year: All year

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HLADNIK ROCK LABYRINTH incentive: Coming to Gozd Martuljek you see wide and wild gorge, through which leads a trail that uses many rope techniques to get through the gorge. Throughout our journey we can see the peaks of Martuljek group on one side and the wild gorge through which we are climbing on the other. The beauty of the gorge and the rope techniques that we will be using for our ascent will surely not leave you cold.

Duration: 3-4 hMin./max. of part.: -location: Kranjska Gora, Slovenia

Wow factor: Beautiful nature around Gozd Marutljek Falls, climbing, absailCompany: Julian Alps AdventureBest time of the year: Spring- fall

ZIPLINE BOVEC incentive: Bovec zipline Učja Eco Adventures is set in the picturesque and unspoiled canyon Učja and is one of the most attractive and highest in Europe. Steel cables in lengths of 250-400 m rising from 100 to 150 vertical meters above the river Učja.

Duration: 1,5 - 2,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50 location: Bovec, Slovenia

Wow factor: Beautiful view of the canyon Učja and our highest mountain - Mount Triglav.Company: Soča Rafting d.o.o.www.socarafting.si / www.zipline.siBest time of the year: All year round

SOČA RIVER WHITE WATER KAYAKINGincentive: The river Soča is suitable for recreation but also for more demanding paddling. In this programme you will get to know the magic of kayaking and overcome the traps of the rough Soča River.

Duration: 2 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 20location: Bovec, Slovenia

Wow factor: Lively rapids of Soča river Company: Soča Rafting d.o.o.www.socarafting.si Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

ZRMANJA RIVER CANOE SAFARI/RAFTING incentive: Zrmanja and Krupa are among the most beautiful rivers in Europe with its per-fectly clear warm water, spectacular canyon and magnificent waterfalls. They are easy and safe enough for beginner paddlers but their scenery makes them extremely exciting. You will see fish, turtles and birds and explore typical karst phenomenon – living travertine waterfalls.

Duration: 4 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 - 100location: Kaštel Žegarski, Zadar, Croatia

Wow factor: Company: Area protected by a Nature ParkRaftrek travel d.o.o.www.raftrek.hr/summer Best time of the year: April - October


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Itinerary

8:00 Breakfast in the hotel.

9:00 Game of Thrones tour of Dubrovnik: see the locations used in the hit TV series ‘Game of Thrones’. Climb the city walls, picturing the bloody battles from the TV series, and Visit Lovrijenac Fortress to learn about the evil exploit of King Joffrey.

10:00 Visit of the Old Pharmacy housed in the Franciscan Monastery in operation since the 13th Century, be sure to bring some money to buy homemade rose water and creams that are specially made there.

10:30 Local products tasting and refreshment.

11:00 Sea kayaking trip around the city walls to hidden bays and coves.

12:00 Sailing from the Old city harbor on a typical wooden Dalmatian Boat towards the Elafiti islands for lunch and free time for water sports or relaxing on one of the sandy beaches. Discover the wild beauty of the Adriatic coast, clear blue sea.

16:30 Return to the hotel, free time to enjoy the amenities of the hotel or explore the Old City on own.

19:00 Ride up to the top of Mt. Srd with the Dubrovnik Cable car: experience the best sunset on the Mediterranean while sipping a glass of local wine or cocktail.

20:00 Dinner in a top restaurant in Dubrovnik.

23:00 After dinner listen to live Jazz or acoustic guitars at one of the many outdoor cafes.


9:30 Depart from the hotel with vintage Renault 4 Cars: Discover the coastal region and Peninsula of Pelješac.

10:30 Tasting of famous Pelješac wines. Visit one the boutique local wineries in the region, meet the local people who will explain how the wine is specially grown on Pelješac soil and taste the delicious wines.

11:30 Visit to the Town of Ston, most famous for its Salt Mines and its defensive walls ( 2nd in length only to the Great Wall of China!). And Oyster tasting in the middle of the oyster beds in the bay of Mali Ston.

12:00 Lunch in a local seafood tavern.

14:00 Departure towards Dubrovnik.

14:45 Stop at the Trsteno Arboretum; enjoy the rare foliage and Mediterranean sounds and smells of the Fragrant herbs and flowers.

15:30 Speedboat transfer towards village of Cavtat, explore this quaint Idyllic seaside town which is a popular harbor for yachts.

17:30 Continue to the Croatian Countryside for traditional Peka before departure, Peka is a meal of slow roasted lamb and veal with potatoes.

19:30 Transfer towards the airport.

48 INCENTIVE HOURS IN DUBROVNIK

UNESCO World Heritage since 1979

Execution: DUBROVNIK TRAVEL CROATIAt: + 385 20 313 555e: [email protected] w: www.dt-croatia.com

Day 2

Day 1

Brda – a fairy tale landscape, from where the

view stretches out to the sea, Friuli and Vene-

to, a land of hills, nested halfway between the

Alps and the Adriatic Sea. The abundance of

beauties, attractions and experiences attracts

each and every traveller. Bearing the stamp of

the past, today’s life in the villages and hamlets

of Brda has been taking its own pace - tranquil

and cheerful, surrounded by family and in har-

mony with visitors. The essence of the Brda

region remains the same – pleasure of tasting

excellent dishes, enticing wine experience and

unforgettable socializing moments.

Brda, land of invigorating moments, all year

round!

SEE YOU AT NATOUR ALPS 2014

OCTOBER 2 – 5, 2014, GORISKA BRDA, SLOVENIA

Registration and information on www.natour-alps.eu

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Croatia

Croatia

Croatia

Wow factor: Glamping, being at one with nature Company: Sava Hoteli Bled – Camp Zakawww.sava-hotels-resorts.com Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

VITAL PLUS AT CAMPING BLED incentive: This multi-day glamping programme focuses on your vitality and includes workout sessions such as morning yoga, cycling on Pokljuka and jogging, during which participants get to know the sights of Bled. Invigorating breakfasts will be served on the pier, the lunch will have to be caught first and one of the dinners will feature live cooking by chef Simon.

Duration: 2 or 3 days Min./max. of part.: Up to 16 location: Bled, Slovenia

CAVE TREKKING incentive: Throw away your tie and kick off your heels! Get off the beaten track and explore the secrets of the underground world! Put on the caver’s outfit and follow our expert guide into the parts of the caves that are hidden to the ordinary tourists. The underground river, cave animals and cave’s syphon will be a spectacular sight! Refresh yourself with some Karst prosciutto and a glass of Teran wine like cavers do. Become a caver for one day!

www.authenticslovenia.comBest time of the year: All yearDuration: 4 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 20location: Karst region, Slovenia

Wow factor: Cave trekking and tasting prosciutto in the middle of the wine cellar…just awesome!Company: Autentica Travel AgencyEmail: [email protected]: +386 (0)5 611 79 62, M: +386 (0)31 337 339

DALMATIAN PIRATE GAMES AND SECRETS OF THE CORALS incentive: Dalmatia is the largest and most famous Croatian regions decorated with Croatian pearl – Adriatic Sea. Sailing along divine Adriatic and team photo safari on the island of Zlarin or Prvić provides unique experience and familiarization with natural beau-ties around us and hidden secrets of one of the most beautiful Dalmatian islands.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 5-7 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 50location: Dalmatian region and island Prvić or/and Zlarin, Croatia

Wow factor: Amazing view on Dalmation islands, “back to the history”, visiting Faust Vrančić memo-rial center and museum-corals shop Company: Apsolutna avantura d.o.o.www.absolute-adventure.hrwww.avantura-teambuiling.hr

WALKING TOUR incentive: Walking tour takes us through the breathtaking landscapes of Velebit mountain.

Duration: 1,30 – 8 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2-50location: Rizvanuša, Croatia

Wow factor: Magnificent views and a rich cultural and historical heritage of Velebit mountainCompany: Martin d.o.o.www.adria-velebitica.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

JEEP SAFARI – “VELEBIT DISCOVERY” incentive: Jeep safari in which you will enjoy in wonderful views of Velebit heights, expe-rience unforgettable adventure driving in the terrain vehicles through the cliffs of Velebit, get to know the natural and cultural history.

Duration: 4 – 5 hoursMin./max. of part.: 3-50location: Rizvanuša, Croatia

Wow factor: Magnificent views and a rich cultural and historical heritage of Velebit mountain Company: Martin d.o.owww.adria-velebitica.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

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Croatia


SAILING ALONG THE DUBROVNIK COAST incentive: Sail around the Elaphite islands; discover the wild beauty of the Adriatic coast, clear blue sea and hidden bays. It can be offered as a leisure activity or in a more competitive style. All participants can learn or improve their sailing techniques under the command of a professional skipper whose mission is to organize roles for everyone and of course to take care of security.

Duration: 4 - 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 50 location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Wow factor: Experience the true beauty of the Adriatic sea, breathe and feel the wind on your faceCompany: DT Croatiawww.dt-croatia.comBest time of the year: spring/summer/autumn

GAME OF THRONES incentive: Game of Thrones is an action role-playing team building based on novels by George R. R. Martin, and in part also on the TV series HBO, Game of Thrones. We challenge your team to crack the Team Code. Teams gather information, reproduce photos and create artworks to lead them to the “Iron Throne” of Team Work. A dramatic outdoor problem solving team building event with cryptic clues, a scavenger hunt and photo challenges that put teams’ creativity and sense of adventure to the test. Teams visit locations, gain information, complete the tasks… A highly exciting and fun environment is created with many teams competing for the same information and points

Wow factor: This team building program emphasizes time manage-ment, communication, creativity, problem solving and FUNCompany: DT CroatiaContact: DT CroatiaObala Stjepana Radića 25, 20000 Dubrovnik, CroatiaT: +385 20 313 555 E-mail: [email protected] time of the year: All year Duration: 3- 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 20 - 100 location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

DISCOVER THE KONAVLE REGION BY SCOOTERS incentive: Discover the green valley of Konavle and the hidden villages with scooters. On your way you will pass through many authentic villages and stop at several points to meet local people, taste their homemade products, and learn more about local crafts… Stops can be organised in a variety of old mills, wine producers, silk producer. Local products can be purchased along the way or workshops can be organised. At the end a delicious meal called »peka« is served in a typical Konavle house. Before the lunch a local folklore troop will welcome you and teach you how to dance their traditional dance.

Wow factor: Traditional life & Experiencing Dramatic landscapes while on scooterCompany: DT CroatiaContact: DT CroatiaObala Stjepana Radića 25, 20000 Dubrovnik, CroatiaPhone: +385 20 313 555 E-mail: [email protected] time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 6 - 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 80 location: Dubrovnik, Croatia






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Croatia

Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

Wow factor: The nature as a classroom; learning can be really joyful,Company: IKSA institute , [email protected]+386 40 917 000, www.teambuilding.siBest time of the year: All yearDuration: 1 – 3 days; by agreement

OUTDOOR TEAM DEVELOPMENT – SET REAL IMPROVEMENT FOR YOUR TEAMWORK incentive: Outdoor Team Challenges can be for fun, and proofing the team in teamwork skills, but with professional assistance and support of team coach they can be perfect tool for setting real changes in team work on the workplace. Programs can include various outdoor (or indoor) activities, according to the group wishes and possibilities.

Min./max. of part.: Ideal team size: 6 – 15; possible also for bigger groupslocation: All around Slovenia

NORDIC TEAM CHALLENGEincentive: Did you ever try Nordic walking? For some people, walking with sticks looks boring, for others funny, some are curious about, but you cannot judge before you try it. Is much more than fun and it can be really joyful common experience for your team. Let your team meet nordic walking skills on special way, on a way that connects them and serve as unusual bridge between various team challenges across the country...

Duration: 2 – 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 6 – 30; possible also for bigger groupslocation: All around Slovenia

Wow factor: Experience Nordic walking, have fun and connect your team! Company: IKSA institute, [email protected]+386 40 917 000, www.teambuilding.siBest time of the year: All year

CYCLING CHALLENGE – CYCLE TO CONNECT YOUR TEAM incentive: Slovenia has many possibilities for cycling. Just cycling with a group is not so connecting experience, but when it is designed as a mutual challenge, with addition of other team tasks, where various, not just physical skills are important, it becomes interesting and connecting adventure for everyone.

Duration: 2 – 6 hours; possible longerMin./max. of part.: 6 – 30; possible also for bigger groupslocation: All around Slovenia

Wow factor: Cycling as a connecting adventure for everyone!Company: IKSA institute, [email protected]+386 40 917 000, www.teambuilding.siBest time of the year: All year

SEA ADVENTURE ON ISLAND KRK incentive: Baška on Island Krk with its wild nature and crystal clear sea water is a paradise for sea lovers. Navigation with catamaran, ski jet safari, paragliding and unique experience of fly board – unforgettable! Above all this, fish picnic in a deserted bay, great food, drink and great fun!

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 1 – 2 days Min./max. of part.: 10 - 60 location: Baška, Island Krk, Croatia

Wow factor: Ski jets, paragliding, fly board…- water sports for everyone Company: Eventico, organizacija dogodkovwww.eventico.siContact: Katja VavpetičPhone: +386 41 777 864

MAKE YOUR OWN PHOTO EXHIBITION incentive: We’ll visit some of Slovenia’s most picturesque places (Bled, Bohinj, Piran…) and have a photo workshop with professional photographer. Each group will have it’s own photo session and the best photos will be exhibited in your company.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 4 hours – 1 day Min./max. of part.: 2 - 30location: Various locations in Slovenia

Wow factor: Great places, fun and memorable experience Company: Eventico, organizacija dogodkovwww.eventico.si Contact: Katja VavpetičPhone: +386 41 777 864


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Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

PADDLING ON LJUBLJANICA RIVER incentive: Enjoy the capital city of Slovenia - Ljubljana from a different perspective. Take a boat and a paddle and explore the city by water. The 2 hour trip will take you from Livada pass Tromostovje to Ambrožev trg.

Duration: 2 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 16 location: Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: exploring capital city center by water with your own pace.Company: IskAAadventure, Gačnik d.o.o.www.iskAAdventure.siBest time of the year: From april to september in suit-able weather conditions

ROWING WITH OLYMPIANS ON LAKE BLED incentive: Accompanied by Slovenian rowing Olympians, participants will learn basic rowing skills in professional racing boats. Eight person crew demonstrates the balance between individual strength and team performance. The experience will allow your team to feel the physical, mental and emotional aspects of working together - to move a boat efficiently and with speed...

Duration: Minimum 2,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 7 - 50 location: Bled, Slovenia

Wow factor: Lake Bled with its idyllic scenery, guidance by Slovenian OlympiansCompany: Janez Klemenčič INSYNC sp.www.insync.siBest time of the year: April to November

PADDLING ON LAKE BLED incentive: The crew of the wooden tourist boat consists of four or five rowers. In addition to competitions between the crews, participants will experience fun tasks, or simply enjoy beautiful views and discover hidden corners of the island of Bled. THINK LESS TO THINK MORE is the motto of this programme, which is designed for entertainment, relaxation, and to encourage interaction between your group.

Duration: 1 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 -100 location: Bled, Slovenia

Wow factor: Bled island, guidance by Slovenian OlympiansCompany: Janez Klemenčič INSYNC spwww.insync.siBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

TEAM-X-CHALLENGEincentive: The Team-X-Challenge is a combination of various team challenges across the country, designed so that the goal can be reached only through mutual communication, collaboration, and harmoniastion. It can take place all around Slovenia and is always adopted to specifics, wishes and needs of the team.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 2 – 6 hours Min./max. of part.: 6 - 60location: All around Slovenia

Wow factor: Outer beauties of Slovenia support your inner team experience!Company: IKSA institute, [email protected]+386 40 917 000, www.teambuilding.si

TEAM-W-CHALLENGE incentive: Would you like to arrange real active challenge for you team? Would you like, that it includes various activities, but is still safe and feasible for everyone? Then team-w-challenge is the best option for you. It includes cycling through the countryside (not demanding, without ascents), various team challenges on the way and then it is followed with un-demanding rafting on whitewater II-III, which again in not just rafting but a set of new team challenges on the water.

longer adventureMin./max. of part.: 6 – 30; possible also for bigger groupslocation: Ljubljana (suburb of Ljubljana; nature surroundings), Slovenia

Wow factor: Various outdoor activities, but still suitable for everyone!Company: Teambuilding.si, [email protected]+386 40 917 000, www.teambuilding.siBest time of the year: Spring to autumnDuration: 3,5 – 4 hours; by agreement can ne also

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Croatia

Croatia

Slovenia

Slovenia

PIRATES CHEST – TREASURE HUNT incentive: An exciting treasure hunt activity that will take you back to long forgotten days of pirates and their lost treasure. Each riddle you solve, each map you find will take you one step closer to great treasure that has been lost for centuries. Participants will be divided in teams, we will provide them pirates accessories and send on their way to find hidden maps and to answer riddles that will direct them to treasure. Directions written with invisible ink, solving anagrams and crosswords, translating ancient Latin texts, using mirrors and compasses for orientation, working together as team of sea thugs and robbers in order to achieve the ultimate goal...open the Pirates Chest.

Duration: 3 hoursMin./max. of part.: 4-20location: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun Gardens

Wow factor: Having funCompany: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun GardensBest time of the year: All year

PAINTBALL incentive: Sun Garden Dubrovnik has a treat of a paintball polygon built right next to the main hotel building of Radisson Blu. Built on former camping grounds this spacious polygon is filled with natural and built covers, as well as a real building in the middle of the field, often used in play.

Duration: 1,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 10-20location: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun Gardens

Wow factor: Team building in unusual situationsCompany: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun GardensBest time of the year: All year

OLYMPICS incentive: We split you in teams and you compete in Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball, Football, Table tennis, Squash. We will provide you all necessary sports equipment. Moreover you will have sports centre judges for each sport, and the winners will get certificates and a prize.

Duration: 5 hoursMin./max. of part.: 20-100location: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun Gardens

Wow factor: Sport spiritCompany: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun GardensBest time of the year: All year

CRUISING WITH THE RUDOLF’S RAFT ON THE RIVER KRKA incentive: Cruising with Rudolf’s raft (capacity 58-90 passengers) under the 4 bridges, around the Novo mesto old town center is a very special event. Special program with local characters, music and wine. The special meal could also be served.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 1,5 - 2 hours Min./max. of part.: 20 - 90 location: Novo mesto, Slovenia

Wow factor: Picturesque old town centre, special program with animation, music and wine, local food.Company: Kompas Novo mesto d.o.o.www.kompas-nm.si

TREKKING incentive: Take a trip throuhg wild and beautifull nature that surrounds Iški vintgar canione. Enjoy countless little waterfalls, precipitous cliffs and refreshing river pools.

Duration: 10-11 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 - 50location: Iški vintgar-near to Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: endangered animal and plant species, such as salamander, yew, carnivorus plant,...Company: IskAAadventure, Gačnik d.o.o.www.iskAAdventure.siBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

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Slovenia

Slovenia


UNDERGROUND ADVENTURES IN POSTOJNA CAVESincentive: The underground adventure is the embodiment of experiencing and getting to know Postojna cave in a different way, outside of the usual tourist trails. With a touch of adrenaline and a true underground adventure is intended for closed groups and is particu-larly suitable for those who aim to work on mutual help, encouraging team work and getting to know their own capabilities. At the same time it makes adventure participants familiar with the compelling story of this underground world, mainly in relation to the first steps ever taken inside Postojna Cave.

Duration: 2-4 hoursMin./max. of part.: 3-10 / guide (for larger groups special agreements)location: Postojna, Slovenia

Wow factor: The underground adventure, outside of the usual tourist trails.Company: Postojnska jama, d.d. Postojnawww.postojnska-jama.euBest time of the year: All year

NOMADIC TRIBE – 100 % NATURE incentive: Special experience in the nature, being a part of a nomadic tribe.This is a unique and primal motivational event, where we return to the basic feelings of living together with nature. Setting up a camp with big nomadic tents, picking herbs from the woods, lighting a fire without matches, dancing and drumming by the fire, archery,... These are just a few of the moments in the day of our Nomadic tribe. There is also a culinary moment, making different dishes by the open fire – an unforgettable experience, which enriches you with new knowledge.

Wow factor: Back to nature is the right way!Company: LIFE EventsContact: Bleiweisova cesta 30, 4000 Kranj, SloveniaPhone: +386 4 20 14 075 +386 40 50 88 65 E-mail: [email protected] www.spiritowin.comBest time of the year: All year.Duration: 5 - 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 15 - 150location: Bovec (special location by the emerald Soca River), Bled (Ribno), Logarska Valley, Rakitna near Ljubljana.

HIGH-TECH TABLE TREASURE HUNT incentive: Interactive High-tech strategic game in the Slovenian capital.A moderen way of discovering Ljubljana on foot, by river, ... Participants in groups receive a suitcase with all the necessary equipment and modern Table for the treasure hunt. A tech-nologically developed way of discovering unknown cities with strategic tasks on their way.

Wow factor: Getting to know Ljubljana through a new experience!Company: LIFE EventsContact: Bleiweisova cesta 30, 4000 Kranj, SloveniaT: +386 4 20 14 075, +386 40 50 88 65 E-mail: [email protected] www.spiritowin.comBest time of the year: All year.Duration: 3 - 5 hours Min/max number of participants: 15 - 200location: Ljubljana, Slovenia



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Slovenia

Slovenia


SLOVENIAN OLYMPICS - »SLOWER, LOWER, TOUGHER« incentive: There is no better way to get familiar with the Slovenian culture and have fun at the same time than to try our ridiculous Slovenian Olympics program. The program con-sists of typical Slovenians challenges, such as stealing eggs from the neighbour, smuggling and cheating on the state, throwing things at the politicians, struggling for the last piece of gold, erecting hurdles for fellow competitors etc.

Min./max. of part.: 20-300location: Walnut Grove, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Eco-chic venue, fun time!Company: Walnut Grove, www.orehovgaj.si/walnut-groveBest time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 1,5 - 3 hours

TRENTA ACTIVE incentive: If you’re preparing people to be brave in business, give them a taste of risk at the end of a rappelling rope. What bounds people more than unusual experiences, which you can confront only with the help and support of your colleagues? Adrenalin challenges are a series of activities that assure great team spirit (cross a river, flying fox, crossing ropes, rappelling from a rock wall, boats,…). Facing your fears in front of others will definitely develop your relationships and strengthen your bonds. This unique challenge in the Triglav National Park allows participants to expand their comfort zones - sometimes dramatically - and recognize fears that may block personal achievement.

Wow factor: The best adrenaline chal-lenges in Slovenia.Company: LIFE EventsContact: Bleiweisova cesta 30, 4000 Kranj, SloveniaT: +386 4 20 14 075, +386 40 50 88 65 E-mail: [email protected] time of the year: April - NovemberDuration: 4 - 6 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 60 location: Triglav National Park, Trenta Valley, Slovenia

THE SEARCH OF THE POKLJUKA BEAR incentive: Actively experience the winter environment in surrounding nature and have an experience within unusual activities. Pokljuka Bear is an event that occurs in a winter atmosphere, in the great outdoors. Participants are set out for the snowy landscape. They use all means necessary for successful progressing: snowshoes, hiking poles, equipment for prevention against snow avalanches, snow shovel, ... On the way they need, among other things, to build a house out of snow “an igloo,” where they can warm up, have a warm drink and snacks, so they can easily continue with their mission. They also need to rescue victims of an avalanche and to orient themselves with modern GPS devices. This event is a fun ex-perience, which is spiced up with a warm lunch (goulash in a bread cup, hot wine and tea).

Wow factor: An unusual outdoor experience in the winter time – it’s a strategic task!Company: LIFE EventsContact: Bleiweisova cesta 30, 4000 Kranj, SloveniaT: +386 4 20 14 075, +386 40 50 88 65 E-mail: [email protected] www.spiritowin.comBest time of the year: Winter time (December – March)Duration: 4 - 6 hours Min./max. of part.: 15 - 70 location: Triglav National Park, Pokljuka Plateau near Bled and Bohinj, Slovenia



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Montenegro

Montenegro

Montenegro

Slovenia

MARITIME QUEST IN THE BOKA BAY incentive: The UNESCO protected Boka Bay offers a great combination of cultural and sporty experiences. Each team having its own boat and captain will have to accomplish fun and creative tasks during the navigation time and during the stops in different places (islands, old towns).

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 60 location: Boka Bay, Montenegro

Wow factor: Southernmost fjord in Europe, dramatic landscape, culture & funCompany: Talas-M DMCwww.talas-montenegro.com Best time of the year: Spring to Autumn

Wow factor: Self drive, serpentine road, dramatic contrast of the sea and mountain scenery.Company: Talas-M DMCwww.talas-montenegro.comBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

4x4 WD IN THE HISTORICAL HEART OF MONTENEGRO incentive: Self drive to Cetinje, the best witness of the Montenegrin turbulent history and the former seat of Montenegrin rulers. Experience adventurous roads which will take you high above Boka Bay and onto the beautiful and majestic Lovcen Mountain. Enjoy a luxury picnic lunch in intact nature, numerous outdoor activities and culinary workshops.

Duration: 6 - 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 12 - 120location: National Park Lovcen, Montenegro

KAYAKING UPPER MREŽNICA CANYON incentive: To reach the upper canyon of Mrežnica, the most beautiful part of the river right in the wilderness, you need a little more effort. The adventure takes us through a gorge so narrow and deep that the sun enters for only a few hours each day, around noon, creating spectacular light effects. We will bypass cliffs of carved white rocks, lush vegetation and cascading waterfalls, strong freshwater springs and pools of water which are great for swimming in summer.

Best time of the year: May - October Duration: 3 - 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 - 50 location: Primišlje, Slunj, Croatia

Wow factor: Clear emerald water, unspoiled woods and magical landscapes. Company: Raftrek travel d.o.o.www.raftrek.hr/summer

JEEP SAFARI DURMITOR’S RING 126KM incentive: Durmitor National Park is registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It spreads across 39000 ha, and its area of 20000. This natural oasis is rich in flora and fauna -there are 1,600 different kinds of plants and a rich animal life. A special phenomenon is the Ice Cave, which contains stalactites and stalagmites All year.

Duration: 6 – 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 - 24location: Durmitor, Montenegro

Wow factor: 17 glacier lakes called “mountain eyes” in the area of Durmitor.Company: Eko Pivawww.raftingmontenegro.comBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

JEEP SAFARI – WILD KARST Incentive: Thanks to our modern Western lifestyle, a real adventure is a rare occurrence. We surround ourselves with pleasure and comfort, making crossing the road hole on the way to the store being the most exciting part of the day. What is left, then? We will set on a very special trip. Feelings, experiences, off-road vehicles are the specifics that will enchant you. The Karst area, where we operate, is still covered in a veil of many secrets.

Duration: 3-10 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 - 30 location: Postojna, Slovenia

Wow factor: Jeep driving Company: Tuam d.o.o.www.discovery-slovenia.comCategory: Active experiencesBest time of the year: Spring to autumn




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Slovenia

Slovenia

THE BIG PICTURE incentive: With The Big Picture the importance of teamwork is reinforced through the process of painting an artistic masterpiece of epic proportions. Armed with brushes, paint, little information and no idea what the final image will be, teams have to work with each other to ensure that lines meet, colors match and that the final picture is a success.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 3 hoursMin./max. of part.: 30 – 3.000location: By agreement

Wow factor: Painting an artistic masterpiece of epic proportionsCompany: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

THE ART OF WAR incentive: Sun Tzu was an ancient Chinese general and philosopher. His wisdoms are gath-ered in the ancient work “The Art of War” and they represent a perfect foundation for an attractive teambuilding program, where teams apply Chinese warfare wisdom to specific challenges in today`s business environment.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 4 – 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 30 - 300location: By agreement

Wow factor: Transfer Sun Tzu`s wisdom into the business world!Company: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

MISSION IMPOSSIBLE incentive: A secret mission that can only be completed with the use of the latest spy tech-nology, active involvement of all participants and their cooperation! Teams have to work together to hack into the safe room and retrieve a very important document which will save the world. The event has a lot of turns, excellent background and adequate thematic music.


Wow factor: Secret mission with use of the latest spy technology.Company: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

HEROES OF TROY incentive: An innovative and dynamic strategic teambuilding game, based on a well-known story from Greek mythology. Participants accompany and consult Helen and Paris on their escape to Troy. Teams choose the best team of generals and the optimal path to Troy. They succeed only with excellent cooperation, communication, strategic thinking, and flexibility.


Wow factor: Game, based on a well-known story from Greek mythology.Company: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

BICYCLE FACTORY incentive: Participants have a nice goal - in small teams they assemble a real children’s bike within a defined time frame. The goal can be achieved only with excellent cooperation, project management and with great coordination of all participants. The highlight repre-sents a handover of composed bikes to the non-profit organization.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 4 – 5 hoursMin./max. of part.: 10 – 1.000location: By agreement

Wow factor: A handover of composed bikes to the non-profit organization.Company: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com


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Active experiences

Serbia

Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

EXCURSION TO MOKRA GORA incentive: Mokra Gora is a village located close to the mountain of Zlatibor. The biggest tourist attraction is the narrow gage railroad, the famous Šargan Eight. In Mokra Gora there are also several healing springs, among them outstanding the “White Water” or eye water, known for its high Ph value of 11.5. Drvengrad (Wooden town) on Mećavnik is an unavoidable place to visit for tourists visiting Mokra Gora. It is an ethno village built by Emir Kusturica, the world known film director.

Duration: 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 5- 50 location: Mokra Gora, Serbia

Wow factor: Narrow gage railroad, Wooden townCompany: Tourist organization Zlatiborwww.zlatibor.org.rsBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

SURVIVOR: BATTLE OF TRIBES incentive: Battle of Tribes is a spectacular team building program roughly based on the famous TV show Survivor. With custom-made props, challenges and overall event experi-ence, the program is completely unique on the global scale. All tasks require a combination of strategic thinking, team work, innovative clue solving and some physical strength.

Duration: 2-3 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 120 location: Attractive locations around Slovenia

Wow factor: Exclusive props and challenges, dream-come-true for manyCompany: TIME OUT Eventswww.timeoutevents.siBest time of the year: All year

ORIENTEERING ADVENTURE INTO UNKNOWN incentive: An Amazing race inspired orienteering adventure in search of hidden treasures and local tradition. Teams are sent on a discovery trip around the chosen region of Slovenia. Following instructions from one check point to another and completing mini tasks they visit cultural-geographic attractions, meet local people and get a true taste of the region.

Duration: ½ day or whole dayMin./max. of part.: 5 - 100location: Interesting regions (Brda, Istria, Bled & Bohinj, Soča valley...), Slovenia

Wow factor: Culinary delights, wine-tasting, sight-seeing, fun tasks with local flavour Company: TIME OUT Eventswww.timeoutevents.si Best time of the year: All year

JAMES BOND: RESCUING MISS SLOVENIA incentive: On this exclusive adventure the secret agent 007 is sent on a rescue mission. The untouched nature of Slovenia is a tough terrain and many challenges await the teams. Agent Bond is equipped with modern technical gadgets (GPS, guns, 4x4) to fight the time and the enemies. Expect strong experiences and emotions and team bonding and growing.

Duration: 2-4 hours Min./max. of part.: 10-80location: Soča valley, Pohorje, Rogla, Rakov Škocjan, Slovenia

Wow factor: 4x4, guns, gadgets, scenario, zip-line, abseil , beautiful natureCompany: TIME OUT Events www.timeoutevents.si Best time of the year: All year

SloveniaTAXI ADVENTURE incentive: Dynamic and attractive program is definitely a guarantee for unforgettable expe-rience. Divided into teams you will be driving around the city and accomplishing crazy and funny tasks. The program will be concluded with dinner and presentation of the funniest moments during the program.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 120 location: By agreement

Wow factor: Great fun and teamwork, crazy and funny tasks Company: Maya teamwww.maya.si, e-mail: [email protected], Phone: 041781723

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Croatia

Croatia


Slovenia

Slovenia

GO TEAM incentive: A unique high-tech treasure hunt that transforms any location into an amazing race full of interaction and adventure. GPS-triggered challenges are issued to the teams in form of questions, clues, and pictures that they will work together to complete.

ISTRIA BALLOON EXPERIENCEincentive: A great holiday is all about doing things you wouldn’t normally do! It’s time to experience the beauty of Istria from a different perspective – gliding through the skies in a hot-air balloon. Gently hovering through the summer sky, take in some amazing views of the historical towns of Motovun, Buje and Brtonigla as well as the many inland villages nestled within the green countryside. Snap some great perspectives of Umag and sail ef-fortlessly above the stunning wine and truffle region seeing the contrast between Istria’s rolling hills and alluring mild coast.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 1 - 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 – 500 location: By agreement

Duration: 3 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2-12location: Umag, Croatia

Wow factor: GPS triggered challengesCompany: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

Wow factor: Impressive view of charming Istria landscapes from the airCompany: Istraturist Umag d.d.Best time of the year: All year around

STAND UP PADDLING TOURS AND TEAMBUILDING incentive: SUP paddling in Čikat bay, team races, high fun factor, Inflatable SUP boards Mistral

Duration: 2 hoursMin./max. of part.: 4 - 100 location: Island Lošinj-Čikat bay, Croatia

Wow factor: High fun factorCompany: Vela Ventis d.o.o. I www.croyak.com, [email protected], 00385/989231034 Best time of the year: All year

CROYAK – BIKING, HIKING incentive: Guided biking and hiking tours on Island Lošinj and Cres, adventure outdoor games for teambuilding

Duration: 1 day – 7 daysMin./max. of part.: 10 - 100 location: Island Lošinj – Čikat, Island Cres, Croatia

Wow factor: Adventure outdoor gamesCompany: Vela Ventis d.o.o. I www.croyak.com, [email protected], 00385/989231034 Best time of the year: All year

JEEP SAFARI – WILD KARST incentive: Thanks to our modern Western lifestyle, a real adventure is a rare occurrence. We surround ourselves with pleasure and comfort, making crossing the road hole on the way to the store being the most exciting part of the day. What is left, then? We will set on a very special trip. Feelings, experiences, off-road vehicles are the specifics that will enchant you. The Karst area, where we operate, is still covered in a veil of many secrets.

Duration: 3-10 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 - 30 location: Postojna, Slovenia

Wow factor: Jeep driving Company: Tuam d.o.o.www.discovery-slovenia.comBest time of the year: Spring to autumn



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Slovenia


KAYAKING ON MIRNA RIVERincentive: River Mirna is the longest and richest in water Istrian rivers, flows in the village of Kotli near Hum, and poured the Adriatic Sea near Novigrad. The length of the route by which you can paddle is approximately 35 kilometers.

Duration: 4 hMin./max. of part.: 1 to 20location: Novigrad, Croatia

Wow factor: View of the beautiful Istrian landscape and the picturesque town of Motovun.Company: Epoca turizam d.o.o.www.epocatourism.comBest time of the year: March – June, Semptember – November

4X4 ISTRIA JEEP SAFARI TOUR incentive: Do you want to get to know rural Istria in a special way? Riding on four wheels in unexplored areas of the Istrian peninsula will give you an unforgettable experience which will stay in your memory forever. The Istria you will meet is somewhat different than the classic summer image from the coastline.

Duration: 8 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2 – 20 location: Umag, Croatia

Wow factor: Jeep ride in the beautiful Istria country-side, charming places that you do not expect to see, authentic local food and beveragesCompany: Istraturist Umag d.d.Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

FORMULA 1 incentive: The ultimate team challenge where efficient cooperation, communication and co-ordination are needed. The goal is to construct a full-scale Formula 1 racing car. The success of each team is show at the Grand Prix, where all the constructed formulas compete.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 3 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 20 – 3.000 location: By agreement

Wow factor: Get you team into TOP GEAR in this totally unique experience.Company: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

SloveniaNIGHT SLEDDING incentive: Sledding on the forest paths and roads in the vicinity of Kranjska Gora is the right way to go. You can choose between the daytime or nighttime sledding. During day you can enjoy the view of the mountains covered with snow and in the nighttime the torches or the floodlights will brighten the path you will be sledding on with your friends screaming of joy.

Min./max. of part.: 8-60 location: Gozd Martuljek, Slovenia

Wow factor: Night sledding on enlightenment roadCompany: Agencija JulijanaBest time of the year: WinterDuration: 2 hours

CroatiaMODRIC CAVE – IMMERSE IN TO THE UNDERWORLD OF PRISTINE BEAUTY incentive: Discovered in 1995 but opened for public as of 2004, Modric Cave is one of the untouched nature phenomenon that can be found only a 20 minutes drive away from Punta Skala.

Best time of the year: All year roundDuration: 3 hoursMin./max. of part.: 5 - 15location: Modric Cave, Croatia

Wow factor: Discover the world of speleologists. Visits on a new and natural eco-approach. The tem-perature stays the same throughout the year: 17 °Company: Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Iadera, Tel. +385 23 555 601, e: [email protected]



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Slovenia

Croatia

Croatia

POWERHOUSE ROCK incentive: Participants build their own concert hall, including the stage, video audio and lighting equipment, select their favourite rock songs and shine on stage like the real rock stars. Program can continue into an evening party with your favourite rock band(s). Modern, innovative and totally unforgettable teambuilding experience.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 4 – 8 hoursMin./max. of part.: 30 - 500location: By agreement

Wow factor: Are you ready for the real rock ‘n’ roll challenge?Company: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

ESKIMO ADVENTURE incentive: The adventure begins with snowshoeing where a guide takes you across the slopes to the igloo village. On arrival at the igloo village you will be served with the Eskimo drink and a snack – Carnolian Sausage with horseradish. After the refreshments we will give you a tour of the igloo village. To make the adventure a perfect event, you will leave the igloo village on snowshoes.

Min./max. of part.: Minimum 8 personslocation: Ski Slope Kranjska Gora, Slovenia

Wow factor: Snow Igloo Company: Hit Alpinea d.d.Best time of the year: Winter Duration: 2,50 -3 h

SEA KAYAK NOVIGRAD incentive: We start our exciting day with the sea kayaking instructions organized on the beach in Novigrad. The water here is brackish (mixed fresh and saltwater) which is the reason for abundant life under the sea surface. You will get a life jacket, a paddle and a helmet, plus long neoprene suits and rain jackets in case of cold weather.

Duration: Full dayMin./max. of part.: 6 - 30location: Novigrad, Croatia

Wow factor: Paddling between the sea and river ZrmanjaCompany: Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Iadera, Tel. +385 23 555 601, [email protected] time of the year: Spring to Fall

GET TO KNOW THE ROUGH SIDE OF VELEBIT – OFF ROADincentive: What is Grand Canyon to Americans or Alps to the French, Austrians and Swiss – Velebit is to Croatians. A mountain that keeps a man in the state of admiration as well as humbleness. The best way to get this magnificent mountain revealed is by joining the adventurous off road program along which many of admirable sites like ‘Tulove grede’ are explored.

Best time of the year: Spring to FallDuration: Half dayMin./max. of part.: 10 - 50location: Velebit, Croatia

Wow factor: This program is for all who like to get their hands dirty and want to explore places off beaten tourist paths. Company: Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Iadera, Tel. +385 23 555 601, [email protected]



INTOURS DMC SLOVENIA Dalmatinova 3, Ljubljana, Slovenia | Tel: +386 1 430 35 50 | [email protected] | www.intours-mice.si

INTOURS DMC CROATIA — Split office Bihacka 2a, Split, Croatia | Tel: +385 91 174 10 28 | [email protected] | www.intours-dmc.com/hr

INTOURS DMC CROATIA — Dubrovnik Office Sv. Križa 3, 20000 Dubrovnik - Croatia | Tel: +385 20 295 144 | [email protected] | www.intours-dmc.com/hr

YOUR MOST TRUSTED REGIONAL PARTNER

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KONGRES - EDITORIAL CALENDAR TOPICS AND DATES

CONVENTA DAILY January 2014

CONVENTA DAILY 1 - 2 Daily newspaper, which will be released during the Conventa trade show and which brings to exhibitors and invited guests daily news from Conventa.Space close: 13.12.2013 Materials due: 20.12.2013Delivery: 22. - 23.01.2014

SPECIAL ISSUE January 2014

CONVENTA 2014 Special edition, published as a catalogue of Conventa together with extensive destination presentations and presentations of participat-ing partners. In terms of content this is the most comprehensive overview of the meetings industry in the region of Southeast Europe.Space close: 13.12.2013 Materials due: 20.12.2013Delivery: 22. - 23.01.2014

SRING ISSUE March 2014

In Focus: ENERGY The uniqueness of your event is based on energy. The event can be quickly estimated as successful if it was just executed well and in line with the objectives. Effective are only a few events, which are the ones in which the flow of atomic congress energy is present, where par-ticipants become a part of the energy. In the spring issue we will highlight all the meetings industry topics related to energy.

Themed supplement: KONGRES GOURMET 2014Space close: 14.02.2014 Materials due: 21.02.2014Delivery: 28.03.2014

SPECIAL ISSUE May 2014

MEETOLOGUE 2014 In Kongres magazine we have been publishing since 2010 CONGRESS TRAVELOGUES, which were renamed MEETOLOGUES. International Congress buyers thus discover little-known European convention destinations. All existing travelogues of the NEW EUROPE will be issued in a special issue of Kongres magazine, which will be released prior to IMEX trade show. With high-quality editorial content, travelogues com-pletely replace the tedious and irrelevant cata-logues of meetings suppliers. Digital versions of MEETOLOGUES are currently the most read sections of the Kongres magazine.Space close: 11.04.2014Materials due: 18.04.2014 Delivery: 16.05.2014

SUMMER 2014 July 2014

In Focus: ENGAGEMENTFuture of meetings industry depends on un-derstanding the needs of new generations of congress participants who are looking for new different experiences. In the summer issue, we will explore what triggers positive experienc-es. To do this we must first build well, if we build events on authenticity, there is a good chance that we will initiate positive emotional reactions. We will present to you a few stories that are true, verifiable and relevant.

Themed supplement:ADVENTURE PARKS 2014 OUTDOOR VENUES 2014 Space close: 20.06.2014 Materials due: 27.06.2014Delivery: 25.07.2014

FALL 2014 September 2014

In Focus: “EDUTAINMENT”We live in a period of edutainment, where con-nection of educational content with entertain-ment has become a vital component of events. We will discuss how to use technology at your events for greater interactivity, what kind of innovations are offered on the market. We will re-open the dilemma of whether technology can replace personal contact.

Themed supplement: INNOVATIVE PEOPLE & EVENTSSpace close: 22.08.2014 Materials due: 29.08.2014 Delivery: 19.09.2014

WINTER 2014 November 2014

In Focus: ENTERTAINMENT Meetings industry is characterized by a mixture of professional and fun motive, but certainly the most important thing is companionship in their profession and communities. What are the trends, innovations, and what are the examples of good practice will be revealed in the last issue in 2014. Moreover, as an integral part of the magazine we will present a whole series of new ideas for organization of congress parties.

Themed supplement: KONGRES WAW - WINES AND WINERIES 2014, KONGRES HOLIDAY & PARTY GUIDESpace close: 18.10.2014 Materials due: 25.10.2014 Delivery: 15.11.2014

Kongres Magazine is far from being just a mag-azine. It is the only provider of integrated con-gress marketing communications, with which you can make effective dialogue with congress customers. Because we know what congress customers really need and how to ensure their long-term loyalty, we can make above-average, high-quality, relevant, independent, in-depth and interesting congress stories. In 2013 they will dedicate to you and your customers even more.

Published 6 times per year

9:00 Meeting at SRC Labrca. You will be wel-comed on the banks of glorious Soča river with local cold cuts and welcome drink.

10:00 Departure to Žaga village.

11:00 Zip line adventure. The guides will put you in harnesses and tell you some basics. Then you will start an adventure with sliding on a steal rope crossing canyons 150 meters beneath you.

14:00 Refreshment with fruits on the Soča river shore.

14:30 White water rafting. This will be a nice refreshment on the rapids of Soča river. One and a half hour descend will be lot of fun and full of beautiful scenery.

16:30 Snack on the Trnovo hanging bridge. Unique experience above the Soča rapids.

17:30 Departure to SRC Labrca.

19:00 Dinner at SRC Labrca.

21:00 Party time.

9.00 Breakfast on the terrace next to Soča river.

10:00 Bike ride to Kamno. A pleasant bike ride on the side roads of Soča valley will be a nice worm up for the mini rafting.

11:30 Mini rafting adventure. Again you will put on wetsuits and conquer the Soča river rapids. This time alone in the boats.

14:00 Lunch at Labrca.

16:00 Abseil from the Devils bridge. This will definitely be the highlight of the day. You will abseil from the Devils bridge down to the mysterious canyon of Tolminka river.

18:00 Walk through Tolminska korita gorge. You will walk through the gorges of Tolminka river, see the bears head and thermal source.

19:30 Departure to Franko house for dinner. A perfect slow food experience.

23:00 Casino

48 INCENTIVE HOURS IN SOČA VALLEY

European Destination of Excellence EDEN

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KONGRES - EDITORIAL CALENDAR TOPICS AND DATES

CONVENTA DAILY January 2014

CONVENTA DAILY 1 - 2 Daily newspaper, which will be released during the Conventa trade show and which brings to exhibitors and invited guests daily news from Conventa.Space close: 13.12.2013 Materials due: 20.12.2013Delivery: 22. - 23.01.2014

SPECIAL ISSUE January 2014

CONVENTA 2014 Special edition, published as a catalogue of Conventa together with extensive destination presentations and presentations of participat-ing partners. In terms of content this is the most comprehensive overview of the meetings industry in the region of Southeast Europe.Space close: 13.12.2013 Materials due: 20.12.2013Delivery: 22. - 23.01.2014

SRING ISSUE March 2014

In Focus: ENERGY The uniqueness of your event is based on energy. The event can be quickly estimated as successful if it was just executed well and in line with the objectives. Effective are only a few events, which are the ones in which the flow of atomic congress energy is present, where par-ticipants become a part of the energy. In the spring issue we will highlight all the meetings industry topics related to energy.

Themed supplement: KONGRES GOURMET 2014Space close: 14.02.2014 Materials due: 21.02.2014Delivery: 28.03.2014

SPECIAL ISSUE May 2014

MEETOLOGUE 2014 In Kongres magazine we have been publishing since 2010 CONGRESS TRAVELOGUES, which were renamed MEETOLOGUES. International Congress buyers thus discover little-known European convention destinations. All existing travelogues of the NEW EUROPE will be issued in a special issue of Kongres magazine, which will be released prior to IMEX trade show. With high-quality editorial content, travelogues com-pletely replace the tedious and irrelevant cata-logues of meetings suppliers. Digital versions of MEETOLOGUES are currently the most read sections of the Kongres magazine.Space close: 11.04.2014Materials due: 18.04.2014 Delivery: 16.05.2014

SUMMER 2014 July 2014

In Focus: ENGAGEMENTFuture of meetings industry depends on un-derstanding the needs of new generations of congress participants who are looking for new different experiences. In the summer issue, we will explore what triggers positive experienc-es. To do this we must first build well, if we build events on authenticity, there is a good chance that we will initiate positive emotional reactions. We will present to you a few stories that are true, verifiable and relevant.

Themed supplement:ADVENTURE PARKS 2014 OUTDOOR VENUES 2014 Space close: 20.06.2014 Materials due: 27.06.2014Delivery: 25.07.2014

FALL 2014 September 2014

In Focus: “EDUTAINMENT”We live in a period of edutainment, where con-nection of educational content with entertain-ment has become a vital component of events. We will discuss how to use technology at your events for greater interactivity, what kind of innovations are offered on the market. We will re-open the dilemma of whether technology can replace personal contact.

Themed supplement: INNOVATIVE PEOPLE & EVENTSSpace close: 22.08.2014 Materials due: 29.08.2014 Delivery: 19.09.2014

WINTER 2014 November 2014

In Focus: ENTERTAINMENT Meetings industry is characterized by a mixture of professional and fun motive, but certainly the most important thing is companionship in their profession and communities. What are the trends, innovations, and what are the examples of good practice will be revealed in the last issue in 2014. Moreover, as an integral part of the magazine we will present a whole series of new ideas for organization of congress parties.

Themed supplement: KONGRES WAW - WINES AND WINERIES 2014, KONGRES HOLIDAY & PARTY GUIDESpace close: 18.10.2014 Materials due: 25.10.2014 Delivery: 15.11.2014

Kongres Magazine is far from being just a mag-azine. It is the only provider of integrated con-gress marketing communications, with which you can make effective dialogue with congress customers. Because we know what congress customers really need and how to ensure their long-term loyalty, we can make above-average, high-quality, relevant, independent, in-depth and interesting congress stories. In 2013 they will dedicate to you and your customers even more.

Published 6 times per year

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Montenegro

Slovenia

Category:x active experiences x adrenaline experiences x CSR experiencesx Culinary experiencesx Cultural experiencesx Historical experiencesx Luxury experiences


CHARITY BAZAAR incentive: This activity is organized in cooperation with the local Women Association, local charity associations and St Nicola’s church. Guests will participate in creative workshops and make various products which will be sold in order to raise money. Donation ceremony will take place at St Nicola’s church, after which participants will gather for a concert of the orthodox choir.

Duration: 2.5 - 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 20- 120location: Kotor, Montenegro

Wow factor: Humanitarian character combined with cultural experienceCompany: Talas-M DMCwww.talas-montenegro.comBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

RE-CYCLE EVENT incentive: The process of recycling and creating new things through team work.There are plenty of options for re-cycling events. Here are a few examples of our experienc-es: Creating new bicycles from old ones, which were useless and abandoned. Constructing promotional and sales booths from different kinds of old materials under the watchful eye of an architect. Building big sledges from old skis and other used materials, which is the most popular theme in winter time. At the end we use new sledges for organizing a funny sledding competition. Re-cycle Event is a socially responsible project, where participants gain various new knowledge.

Wow factor: Art of recycling is a never ending story and a great experience.Company: LIFE EventsContact: Bleiweisova cesta 30, 4000 Kranj, SloveniaT: +386 4 20 14 075, +386 40 50 88 65 E-mail: [email protected] www.spiritowin.comBest time of the year: All year.Duration: 3 - 6 hours Min/max number of participants: 30 - 400 location: All around Slovenia.

SloveniaSHEPHERDS OF THE VELIKA PLANINA MOUNTAINincentive: Surrounded by beautifully preserved shepherds’ cottages you will get to know the roles of the shepherd and their families, from taking care of the animals, to grazing, preparing a shepherds feast to getting to know the use of herbs and four legged inhabitants of Velika planina.

Duration: 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 10-50location: Velika Planina, Slovenia

Wow factor: With this programme you will get to know the life of shepherds and help them with taking care of animals, grazing preparing a feast and more. Company: iDMC d.o.o., www.idmc.eu Best time of the year: Spring, Summer, Fall

SloveniaHAPPY CLAWSincentive: Have you ever visited an animal shelter? There you can find many four legged friends who await better future. Animal shelters prefer quality adoptions the most, but there are also other different options to help. With this programme group will have a unique opportunity to help manage a shelter for one day. Your goal will be to provide a good day for animals and a better quality of their life in general. Clean, fix a roof or dog house … a lot of possibilities will give your team a chance to perform

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 8 hoursMin./max. of part.: 10-50location: Outdoor, Slovenia

Wow factor: Through work you will learn more about animals and at the same time you will provide a better living environment for them. Company: iDMC d.o.o., www.idmc.eu


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SloveniaFEED THE KINGS OF THE STREETincentive: In cooperation with social worker you will take care of the whole process of food preparation from its source to delivery. After the preparation of a cooking plan you will start preparing dishes with an emphasis on healthy food under the guidance of a cooks. In order to succeed you will have invite members of Kings of the Street to cooperate with your team..

Best time of the year: All year aroundDuration: 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 8-80location: Outdoor/indoor, Slovenia

Wow factor: By participating in this program you become a part of the team who will enrich the life of homeless. You will also experience how the homeless society works, help it and get to know the levers of the society.Company: iDMC d.o.o., www.idmc.eu

MARINE ECO CHALLENGEincentive: You will, through a fun and interesting content, experience fish feeding, shell planting and shell collecting. The bravest will be able to see the bottom of the sea with plenty of marine animals on it. You will catch fish and shells and later on an experienced cook will guide you through preparing the meal yourselves.

Best time of the year: Spring, Summer, FallDuration: 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 16-120location: Outdoor, Slovenia

Wow factor: Putting your team into the role of local fishermen and mussels keepers will give you empir-ical insight into complex interdependence between marine life and human society.Company: iDMC d.o.o., www.idmc.eu

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9:00 Jeep safari &Rafting adventures in Tara River Canyon: experience jeep safari through the breathtaking National Park Durmitor followed by rafting adventures in the second deepest canyon in the world.

13:00 Lunch in the Cave: Wonderful surprise off the beaten path-best BBQ served in the cave by locals

14:00 Departure in jeeps towards the coastline.

15:30 Refreshment break in the beautiful garden of Moraca Monastery.

17:00 Wine tasting in Sipcanik Cellar: taste Montenegrin wines in the hearth of the largest vineyard in a single complex in the entire Europe, spanning across 2,310 hec-

tares with 11 million grapevines of both local and world famous varieties. The cellar is placed at an average depth of over 30 meters.

18:00 Jeep drive to Budva – the metropolis of tourism in Montenegro.

19:00 Arrival at the hotel and check in.

21:00 Exceptional dining experience at the top of the City walls.


09:00 Departure from the hotel towards small coastal town of Tivat.

09:30 Welcome cocktail in beautiful Porto Montenegro marina.

10:30 Sailing in the Boka Bay: enjoy the spec-tacular scenery of rugged mountains plum-meting to an opalescent sea, charming historic towns and small villages dotted around the magnificent bay.

12:00 Private concert on the island: you are invited to experience magical island of Our Lady of the Rocks while Church choir is singing only for you.

13:00 Lunch in a local seafood tavern.

14:30 Departure towards Kotor

15:00 Discovering the Old Town of Kotor: Surrounded by fortress walls, the old town of Kotor was the cultural and trade center of Kotor Bay throughout the centuries. It’s one of the most beautiful places in Montenegro, with impressive medieval architecture and numerous cultural monuments. Take this walking tour to enjoy the best sights in the district.

16:30 Transfer to Tivat airport.

48 INCENTIVE HOURS IN MONTENEGRO

The pearl of the Mediterranean

Execution: TALAS-M DMCt: + 382 33 403 861e: [email protected]: www.talas-montenegro.com

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EXPERIENCE: Event: Discover Slovenia, inspire your teamBest time: all around the yearLocation: Various Slovenian natural sightsExecution: Teambuilding.si

ABOUT: Slovenia has some really breath-taking natural sights, but you are not coming just for sight-seeing there, right? You seek for something more… some inspiration that would lead your team to the next level?The programme Discover Slovenia – Inspire your team is designed as a professionally facilitated Outdoor Team Development programme which takes place on various Slovenian natural sights. When you attach some acknowledgement or insight to an inspiration of the location, it becomes really un-forgettable holistic experience and insight that you might remember with co-workers even years later when coping with some real challenge in your team at the workplace.

DISCOVER SLOVENIA, INSPIRE YOUR TEAMTeambuilding.si

CHALLENGE: The aim is to support the team to make a step further – to realise the opportunities, recognize the hidden obstacles in their teamwork, and find the mutual ways to overcome them and come gain more synergy at the workplace. As the synergy is crucial for good team work, programme is designed as a synergy of various team challenges (set according to the group characteristics and wishes), sometimes also outdoor sports, all supported with professional team-coaching and set at Slovenian natural sights.

SOLUTION: For a team that would like to visit Slovenia and see it’s beauties, have fun time, expe-rience something unusual together (maybe adven-turous) and be professionally supported to lift their teamwork to the higher level. Each programme is set according to the team needs, abilities and wishes. So we adopt also the duration of the programme, loca-tions, activities that are included always according to the group. It is ideal for smaller teams (up to 15), var-iations are possible also for bigger groups. Suggested period 2 – 5 days, possible also shorter programmes.

AFTER THE EVENT: Participants put their action plans and acknowledgements into various aspects of their teamwork on workplace and therefore improve their teamwork. Many of them find some insights useful also at various other areas of life. On specific work challenges participants remember each other even years later, what knowledge or insight they gained / what they discussed or decided at some specific attractive location . . .

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Cultural experiences

Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

Croatia

LOCAL RULES SUPREME AT THE LOVEC HOTEL incentive: The Lovec Hotel is renowned for using locally grown ingredients in its cuisine, which is inspired by time-honoured recipes. Participants will have a go at preparing such a dish, then sampling a range of locally-made spirits and liqueurs before enjoying the deli-cious Slovenian meal which they helped prepare.

Best time of the year: Year roundDuration: 2 – 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 5 – 20 location: Bled, Slovenia

Wow factor: Local ingredients, local food & beverages Company: Kompas Hoteli Bled d.d. – Hotel Lovecwww.lovechotel.com

CASTLE IMAGES OF PARADISE incentive: Participants will be met by the Lord and Lady of Bled Castle. Divided into four groups, they will visit the castle printing works, wine cellar, forge and museum for an insight into history. The tour of the castle may be followed by a performance of medieval dances or a concert, while dinner at the castle restaurant is also an option.

Duration: 1 - 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 – 100 location: Bled Castle, Slovenia

Wow factor: The views from the Castle, the historical ambience Company: Bled Culture Institutewww.blejski-grad.si Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

TRADITIONAL SLOVENIAN EVENING incentive: Fun evening event on a typical tourist farm with a folklore group and authentic cuisine. Tasting local dishes and wines combined with traditional music and dances is an excellent way of discovering the culture and having fun at the same time!

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 110location: Slovenian Istria, Slovenia

Wow factor: Excellent local cuisine in a really nice and authentic atmosphere!Company: Autentica Travel AgencyEmail: [email protected]: +386 (0)5 611 79 62Mobile: +386 (0)31 337 339www.authenticslovenia.com

SLOVENE COUNTRYSIDE FAIRY TALE incentive: Enjoy the spectacular view in the cozy villages of the Slovenian “Tuscany” and explore their narrow streets surrounded by stone houses. Watch the olive oil producer and winemaker at their work and try authentic cuisine directly at the locals! Discover the Slovenian Mediterranean you won’t find in the guide books, far away from the crowds!

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 4 - 10 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 100location: Primorska region, Slovenia

Wow factor: Tasting the wine & olive oil at the locals, exploring the romantic village of KrkavčeCompany: Autentica Travel AgencyEmail: [email protected], Phone: +386 (0)5 611 79 62Mobile: +386 (0)31 337 339www.authenticslovenia.com

ISTRIA OFFROAD – WINE AND TRUFFLES ROUTE incentive: An amazing and unique way to discover the beauty of nature of Istrian peninsula. On Istrian “white roads” you will have spectacular views of vineyard and olive groves. Here you will have wine and food tasting (Istrian wine and brandy, olive oil and cheese with truffles), discover Istrian inland, its pitoresque towns and small villages.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 2,5 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 4 - 50location: Istrian historical towns and villages, Croatia

Wow factor: Travel through time in “Croatian Tuscany” and taste the best of Istrian cuisine and local winesCompany: Apsolutna avantura d.o.o.www.absolute-adventure.hrwww.avantura-teambuiling.hr

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Croatia



COUTRYSIDE EXPERIENCE incentive: Inspire your senses with some quality time spent in nature, cycling, v , horseback riding, archery, helping with farm chores, wine tasting, baking bread… A real rejuvenation and motivation for your team.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 6 hours – 2 days Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50location: Štajerska, Prekmurje, Slovenia

Wow factor: Team activities in beautiful nature surroundings Company: Eventico, organizacija dogodkovwww.eventico.si Contact: Katja VavpetičPhone: +386 41 777 864

TREASURE HUNT IN OLD CITY DUBROVNIK incentive: City Hunt, sightseeing of Dubrovnik in a different way, is an interactive game to find out more about history, culture and legends that Dubrovnik has to offer. The guests will be divided into smaller groups (max 10 persons per group), equipped with a road book and some kunas (Croatian money)

Best time of the year: All Year Duration: 2,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 300 location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Wow factor: Experiencing Dubrovnik’s history and culture in a fun, interactive way while meeting local peopleCompany: DT Croatiawww.dt-croatia.com

SCENIC COASTAL HIGHWAY EXPERIENCE WITH VINTAGE RENAULT 4 CARS incentive: Experience the region of Pelješac peninsula while driving Renault 4 vehicles is a perfect way to discover all the beauties that the Dalmatian coast has to offer. First stop is in a historic mill where you will have a presentation of how olive oil was made in the “Old days” with “horse” power. The drive continues through the picturesque villages in the hills above the Adriatic to the village of Ston where you will visit the famous salt pans. Before lunch a tasting of oysters in the middle of the bay is organized by boat where you can try and shuck the oysters yourself. The experience ends with a fresh caught seafood lunch in a local tavern.

Wow factor: Self-drive with unique cars & delicious stops along the wayCompany: DT CroatiaContact: DT CroatiaObala Stjepana Radića 25, 20000 Dubrovnik, CroatiaT: +385 20 313 555 E-mail: [email protected] time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 6 - 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 80 location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

LIVE LIKE A CROATIAN incentive: An amusing and unique way to discover the way “we” live. The activity consist of going to the market in the morning and trying local products, fishing with a local fisher-man, tasting local cheese in a cheese shop, learning the traditional dance, drinking coffee (the most popular “sport” in Croatia)

Duration: 2,5 - 3,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 30location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Wow factor: Discover the beauties of “Croatian” life Company: DT Croatiawww.dt-croatia.comBest time of the year: All Year

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Hungary

Hungary

Slovenia

Slovenia

ISTRIAN BEST KEPT SECRETS incentive: Beautiful scenery, good people, quiet and peaceful life, this is Istria! Drive with legendary Lada Niva Jeeps and visit beautiful Istrian hinterland, hidden places and aban-doned villages. Seek truffles with truffle seeker and his specially trained dog, taste Istrian wines and olive oil in family run vineyards or olive yards and have lunch at Istrian family serving home-made food.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 3 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 70 location: Istria, Croatia

Wow factor: Experience unusual sights, nature, food and inhabitants of Istria. Company: VenEvent DMC & PCOwww.venevent.comT: +385 1 48 222 21

MATJAZ’S HOMESTEAD & THE STORY OF WINE incentive: Welcome on the 150 years old country house, perfect place for nostalgic memories of grandparent’s way of life on a Slovenia countryside, multivision presentation “The story of wine”, wine tasting, local domestic cuisine.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 1,5 - 2 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 50 location: Otočec, Slovenia

Wow factor: Beautiful renovated old house, multi-vision “The story of cviček”, local wine and food, family atmosphereCompany: Kompas Novo mesto d.o.o www.matjazeva-domacija.si

HUNGARIAN FOLKLORE PERFORMANCE IN BUDAPEST incentive: The Hungarian State Folk Ensemble, the Danube Folk Ensemble and Hungaria Folk Ensemble & Orchestra are three of the best professional Hungarian folk ensembles with the longest tradition. You can get a broad view of the music, dance and costume her-itage of Hungary.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 1,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 1 - 300 location: Budapest, Hungary

Wow factor: The amusing folklore dance show offers a unique experience of hungarian folk culture.Company: Hungaria Koncert Ltd. www.ticket.info.hu

ENJOY THE FAMOUS SZÉCHENYI / GELLÉRT SPA incentive: Széchenyi Thermal Bath: The neo-baroque spa is the largest thermal bath of Budapest with many pools (18), as well as steam rooms and saunas (10). Gellért Thermal Bath: With its immaculately preserved Art Nouveau interior this is without a doubt the most beautiful bathing complex in Budapest.

Duration: Welcome-desks are open 9–18h, but guests can stay until closing timeMin./max. of part.: 1 - 300location: Budapest, Hungary

Wow factor: Skip-the-line private entry to Széchenyi /Gellért Baths in Budapest. Fast & easy entrance through our separate Welcome-desk!Company: Hungaria Koncert Ltd. www.ticket.info.huBest time of the year: All year

RURAL OLYMPICS – OPEN AIR MUSEUM ROGATEC incentive: Try out different kinds of farm work and crafts (corn husking, slingshot compe-tition ...). The team with the most successful farm management will be rewarded. Rural Olympics take place in the Open-air museum in Rogatec which offers a view of country life and objects in past centuries.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 2,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50 location: Rogatec, Slovenia

Wow factor: Beautiful view of Donačka mountain and natureCompany: Grand Hotel Sava****superior Rogaška Slatina

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Slovenia

Slovenia

Slovenia

SloveniaPOSTOJNA CAVE – A WORLD RENOVNED BEAUTYincentive: A fantastic web of tunnels, passages, galleries and halls, the astonishing diversity of Karst features as well as easy access are certainly the main reasons for such popularity of the cave and a large number of visitors, which has already reached 35 million in 200 years.

Min./max. of part.: 1-300 (for larger groups special agreements) location: Postojna, Slovenia

Wow factor: Postojna Cave Company: Postojnska jama, d.d. Postojnawww.postojnska-jama.eu Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 90 minutes

PIRAN PERLS incentive: Super fun team building program in Slovenia’s costal pearl Piran. Mediteranian pearl with its history was an inspiration for dynamic team experience full of funny team chalenges and unique entertainment.

Best time of the year: all year Duration: 2 – 7 hours (depending on the client’s wishes)Min./max. of part.: 10 - 60location: Piran, Slovenia

Wow factor: Historical Piran with team chalenges Company: Maya teamwww.maya.si, e-mail: [email protected], Phone: 041781723

BLED LEGENDS incentive: This is educational, sightseeing and relaxing team building program, which dis-covers legends of Bled. Including different means of transport the teams will be solving different funny tasks on the most epic locations in Bled area.

Duration: 2 - 7 hours (depending on the client’s wishes)Min./max. of part.: 10 - 100 location: Bled, Slovenia

Wow factor: Bled with epic scenery including team tasksCompany: Maya teamwww.maya.si, e-mail: [email protected], Phone: 041781723Best time of the year: All year

TEAM BUILDING PROGRAM “LOSING BETWEEN THE VINEYARDS” incentive: Searching for the hidden paths and treasures between the vineyards, solving various tasks, short baroque concert in the church, wine tasting and local culinary, enjoying a wonderful view (500 m altitude)

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 2 - 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 40location: Otočec, Slovenia

Wow factor: Wonderful view, solving different tasks, concert of baroque music, wine tastingCompany: Kompas Novo mesto d.o.o. www.kompas-nm.si

OLD TRAM, NEW VIEW incentive: While you enjoying exclusive Old Tram ride together with Zagreb delicacies, glass of sparkling wine or hot wine with cinnamon and listening the violin player, guide will introduce you the Zagreb Down Town and its beauty which will bring you back in Zagreb’s past.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 2 hours Min./max. of part.: 20 - 70 location: Zagreb, Croatia

Wow factor: Let the part of history take you through Zagreb down town.Company: VenEvent DMC & PCOwww.venevent.comT: +385 1 48 222 21

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Croatia

Croatia

Croatia

Slovenia

SUBOTICA ART NOUVEAU ROUTE incentive: Art Noveau is often said to be a decadent phenomena or a Divine nonsense. A walk along Subotica’s Art Nouveau Route provides a fascinating insight into Belle Époque’s lifestyle.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 2,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50location: Subotica, Serbia

Wow factor: Curved shapes, wavy streaks, bizarre colour combinationCompany: Subotica Tourist Organizationwww.visitsubotica.rs

FILM MAKING IN ZAGREB incentive: The teams will get a camera and list of tasks to include in their movie. They will have to make good preparations, be creative and also cooperate with friendly people of Zagreb. All films can be shown on the same day - during dinner!

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 2,5 - 3,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 250location: Zagreb, Croatia

Wow factor: Exploring Zagreb, premiere of the movie on the same eveningCompany: Rina Travel& Eventswww.rinatravel.com

DUBROVNIK POLAROID TREASURE HUNT incentive: The program has been adapted to Dubrovnik`s most attractive locations where teams will be exploring, competing and having fun. Tasks will be to answer a list of ques-tions, to find and photograph objects and situations inside the city walls.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 1,5 – 2,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 250 location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Wow factor: The Old city and picture producing vintage camerasCompany: Rina Travel& Eventswww.rinatravel.com

ART COLONY IN ISTRIA incentive: Experience the serenity of painting surrounded by your colleagues and the beauty of Istrian hilltop towns. Discover the fun of mixing colors, or the countless brush strokes you can apply to create a truly unique abstract artwork. The most anticipated moment is when all paintings come together to reveal „the big picture“.

Duration: 1,5 – 2,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 6 - 500location: Istria, Croatia

Wow factor: Expressing yourself creatively with the views of Istrian hilltop towns Company: Rina Travel& Eventswww.rinatravel.comBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

PREDJAMA CASTLEincentive: Just 10 km from the Postojna Cave is the location of the Predjama Castle, one of the most fascinating castles in the world. For more than 800 years it has perched proudly half way up a 123-metre cliff. As the only preserved cave castle in Europe, the Predjama Castle offers a unique insight into the building techniques and resourcefulness of people in the Middle Ages, who were looking for and found a safe harbour for themselves right at the entrance into the cave.

Duration: 1-50 per guideMin./max. of part.: 1-50 per guide (for larger groups special agreements)location: Postojna, Slovenia

Wow factor: Predjama Castle - one of the most fasci-nating castles in the worldCompany: Postojnska jama, d.d. Postojnawww.postojnska-jama.euBest time of the year: All year

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Serbia

Slovenia

Slovenia

SAVAMALA EXPERIENCE incentive: SAVAMALA is one of the oldest parts of Belgrade. Visiting the oldest building ‘’Geozavod’’, the oldest candy shop ‘’Bosiljcic’’, Hotel Bristol and visiting the room where the Rockefeller was staying during his visit to Belgrade, tasting of Balkan sushi in Mixer House, multidisciplinary platform which centres around the affirmation of cultural in-dustry of the Balkans and the organization of the biggest regional festival of creativity.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 4 hoursMin./max. of part.: 10 - 40 location: Belgrade, Serbia

Wow factor: Creative district with great night life, good design, and cultural events.Company: Glob Metropoliten Tours [email protected]

BELGRADE UNDERGROUND TOUR incentive: Stories of Serbia’s turbulent history cannot be presented by a few visible remains. Underground Belgrade contains tens of caves and caverns, which people carved in lime-stone rocks, hundreds of underground tunnels built up in last 300 years by the Romans, Turkish Austrians, Serbs and Germans, countless buried wells, walled rivers, but, above all, structures that are remains of peoples who settled Belgrade.

Duration: 2 - 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 30 location: Belgrade, Serbia

Wow factor: Underground Wine cellar where we will necessarily have wine branch.Company: EuroJet Travel Agencywww.eurojet.rsBest time of the year: All year round

EXCURSION STOPIĆA CAVE – SIROGOJNO incentive: Of all Zlatibor caves for the present only one of them has been explored and offered to the tourists - the Stopića cave. There are many stories told about it and even more about those unexplored, and caves not on a display to the step of a tourist. The raising of museum ”Staro Selo” started in 1979 by moving objects to the selected location near St. Peter and Paul’s church in the center of village Sirogojno. On the area of five hectares 47 original object have been placed.

Duration: 3 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 5 - 20location: Municipality of Čajetina, Serbia

Wow factor: Only open-air museum in SerbiaCompany: Tourist organization Zlatiborwww.zlatibor.org.rsBest time of the year: All year

YOUR COUNTRY THROUGH TIME incentive: Participants turn into historians, preparing the new bestseller ‘Your country through time’. On their way they are challenged with different fun team exercises, all revealing interesting fact about the country. Get to know actively the country’s history in a fun way, with the help of your team.


Wow factor: Your country through timeCompany: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

CRESCENDO! incentive: An innovative and completely different motivational teambuilding program, which will turn the participants into real musicians. Regardless of their musical back-ground the participants will prepare their first classical concert in less than two hours.


Wow factor: Classical concert in less than 2 hoursCompany: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

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Serbia

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Croatia

Czech Republic

BUDAPEST CARD THE OFFICIAL CITY CARDincentive: Official city card (valid for 24, 48 or 72 hours), which is valid for the public transport, give free entrance to 7 museums and Lukács Thermal Spa and includes 2 times walking tours with English guide (one on the Buda, one on the Pest side).

Duration: 24 – 48 - 72 hours Min./max. of part.: 1 – 300location: Budapest, Hungary

Wow factor: Discover Budapest at your leisure and see the attractions for free that you want to see!Company: Hungaria Koncert Ltd. www.ticket.info.huBest time of the year: All year round

ZAGREB SPACE WALKincentive: Rumour has it there are curious sculptures of Sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars, hidden in the Zagreb´s street puzzle, and yet many fail to find them all! Yes, Zagreb has its own grounded solar system, cool, ha? Almost a decade after its first ground control spin, we invite you to accompany us for a serendipitous experience of Zagreb street puzzle solving with Zagreb Space Walk.

SKIJUMPING ADVENTURE IN PLANICA incentive: Visit to Giant hill and new Planica Nordic centre with skijumping museum (inkl. Skijumping simulator)

Best time of the year: All year longDuration: 1- 2 hMin./max. of part.: From 10 personslocation: Zagreb city centre, Croatia

Duration: 2 -3h Min./max. of part.: - location: Planica, Kranjska Gora, Slovenia

Wow factor: Great planet hunt through the streets of Zagreb Company: Carnet de Voyage – tailor made Croatia Best time of the year: Whole year Duration: 2-6 hourswww.muzej-lapidarium.hr

Wow factor: Beautiful nature, yearly skijumping event, the biggest ski jumping facility in the worldCompany: Hit Alpinea d.d.Best time of the year: All year around, best time summer season

ORTHODOX CHRISTMAS AND ORTHODOX NEW YEAR IN BELGRADEincentive: Since the early 1990s the Serbian Orthodox Church organizes public celebrations on Christmas Eve in the Temple of Saint Sava. The preparation consists of cutting down an oak tree and placing the “badnjak” on the open fire. The Liturgy starts at midnight, when thousands of citizens gather in the Temple on Vračar plateau. Orthodox New Year is celebrated on 13th of January. Traditionally, locals and guests go to some of numerous “kafanas” and celebrate with old Serbian music, mostly performed live, and with local cuisine. Orthodox New Year is celebrated also within the public city party.

Duration: 2,5 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 1000location: Belgrade, Serbia

Wow factor: Burning oak branches in front of the Temple of Saint Sava on Christmas Eve Company: Tourist Organization of Belgradewww.travel-belgrade.comBest time of the year: 6th & 7th January, 13 January

PRAGUE TREASURE HUNTIncentive: This competitive event takes your teams around the city visiting famous land-marks. You will be amazed by the fantastic medieval buildings that appear around every bend of the cobbled ancient streets, and be won over by the friendliness of the people.

Duration: 2-3 hoursMin./max. of part.: Few small groups á 5-15 paxlocation: Prague city centre, Czech Republic

Wow factor: Exploring City of Prague and its wide range of historical jewels in a small areaCompany: Prague Convention Bureau and it´s member DMCswww.pragueconvention.czBest time of the year: April-September (spring, summer) but it can be arranged in winter too

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Country

Country

SerbiaBELGRADE “RAKIJA TOUR” incentive: Authentic charm of Belgrade and the bohemian atmosphere with an organized visit to Rakia Bars you can learn more about rakija (local brandy) and try six different kinds of rakija at three different locations, served with a special type of snack that amplifies and frames the taste of the rakija accompanied with presentations, lectures and professional commentary at Rakia bars.

Duration: 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 6 - 20location: Belgrade, Serbia

Wow factor: You will not get drunk even after the third barCompany: Rakia Bar, www.rakiabar.comBest time of the year: All year round

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10:00 Arrival to Split Airport.

10:15 Departure of the Bus to Marina, which is just a few kilometres away.

10:25 Refreshment with snacks next to the sea.

10:45 Boarding of Speedboats. There are various types of boats that can be used for this transfer. Luggage goes directly to the Hotel with a separate boat.

12:00 Arrival to the Hotel (the boats land just un-derneath of the hotel).

13:00 Speedboats transfer to the Paklinski Islands, the spectacular archipelago in front of Hvar Town.

13:20 Lunch at Toto’s restaurant at the islands, the restaurant famous for its interior design and fantastic fish dishes.

15:00 Chill out on the beach with cocktails at a beach club, sailing experience or water

games. The Paklinski islands are fantas-tic for sailing and the calm water ideal for various other water activities.

18:00 Speedboat transfer to the Hotel, free time for the participants to get changed and rest.

19:30 A guided tour of the old town which is truly enchanting with its historic architecture and narrow streets.

20:30 Dinner at a local restaurant. Optional party at the clubs and Bars of

Hvar. There are several bars and nightclubs opened in Hvar for those who want to have a taste of one of the best nightlife destina-tions of Europe.

10:00 Meeting after breakfast in front of the Hotel, where the cars are already waiting. After short instructions about the driving the cars depart. The programme includes various scenic stops with programme and refreshments.

13:00 A Picnic lunch in an Olive grove of one of the most famous olive oil producers.

14:30 Departure to a wine cellar.

15:00 Wine tasting of the fantastic wines of Hvar, where some of the most exclusive wines grow.

16:00 Departure of speedboats back to Hvar Town.

16:40 Return to the hotel and some free time

20:00 Gala dinner on a special location. There are several fantastic locations, which can be used.

After dinner, party at a Club at Paklinski islands.

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The island of natural beauty

Execution: IN TOURS DMCt: +386 1 430 35 50e: [email protected]: www.intours-dmc.com

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EXPERIENCE:Event: Picnic with barbeque contestBest time: Spring to autumnLocation: Various locationsExecution: Eventico

ABOUT INCENTIVE: Being outdoors, good food, spending time with your colleagues and building a team atmosphere. We wanted to combine entertain-ment and teamwork, so the participants are divided into groups and their challenge is to prepare a meal with ingredients they get. They are evaluated ac-cording to their skills, time spent on the task, quality of the food, presentation etc.

PICNIC WITH BARBEQUE CONTESTEventico, Slovenia

CHALLENGE: The aim of the event is to bring the co-workers together as a team, showing creativity, role delegation, coordination of the team, and of course, having great fun. Since during the year there is no or little time to have fun with the colleagues, this kind of event is essential for team spirit, moti-vation and loyalty toward the company.

SOLUTION: For this kind of event we suggest a place in the nature, but of course, there are also other possibilities. After the ice-breaking game and snacks, the groups are divided into smaller groups of 5-6-people. They get all the ingredients (meat, vegetables, spices, skewers, cutlery…) and a small barbeque. A special group is rating the groups’ work

and dishes, according to various criteria. After the contest is over, the party with good food, drinks and other games continues.

AFTER THE EVENT: All the participants were extremely excited and pleased with the event, the teamwork has improved and the working atmos-phere in the company was reported to be excellent.

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Culinary experiences

Italy

Slovenia

Slovenia

Croatia

Romania

CULINARY DELIGHTS OF ITALY incentive: Italy with its culture, history and excellent food is a unique experience for every-one. On our ways we visit many unforgettable places, we taste some of the best Italian wines, in Parma we visit the famous Parma ham and Parmesan cheese makers and in Modena we see how real Balsamico is made…

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 1 – 3 days Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50 location: Italy – Emilia Romagna, Tuscany, Venice…

Wow factor: Beautiful places, remarkable ancient vil-lages, excellent cousine…Company: Eventico, organizacija dogodkovwww.eventico.siContact: Katja VavpetičPhone: +386 41 777 864

CULINARY TEAMBUILDING IN THE KITCHEN OF THE TRIGLAV HOTEL incentive: The Triglav Hotel offers you a chance to glance behind the scenes during this culinary workshop in its kitchen. While the first group cooks, the second will be given a presentation of Slovenian wines in the hotel’s wine cellar. Finally, lunch or dinner will be served, at which the dishes will be blended with the most suitable local wines.

Best time of the year: Year round Duration: 2 - 4 hours (with or without lunch / dinner) Min./max. of part.: 6 – 30

Wow factor: The cuisine of the Triglav Hotel, Slovenian winesCompany: Hotel Triglav, d.o.o. Bledwww.hoteltriglavbled.si

BOAT PARTY IN THE SLOVENIAN MEDITERRANEAN incentive: Embark on a boat adventure along Slovene Mediterranean, starting with fisher-man’s lunch on the sea and a panoramic ride along the Slovenian coast. You can test your fishing skills in the company of local fisherman, or disembark in the medieval Venetian town of Piran – Slovenian pearl.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 2,5 - 7 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 200location: Portorož, Slovenia

Wow factor: Fisherman’s lunch on the boat, marve-lous Piran, jump into the sea.Company: Autentica Travel AgencyEmail: [email protected]: +386 (0)5 611 79 62, M: +386 (0)31 337 339www.authenticslovenia.com

COOKING CLASS incentive: Be the Chef! Prepare a delicious 4-course menu under the guidance of our Romanian chefs while tasting a refined selection of Romanian wines. Add an Italian or Asian twist with the master-classes of Chefs Marco and Lam.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 3,5 - 8 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 20 location: Bucharest, Romania

Wow factor: Taste a refined selection of Romanian wines, while cooking your mealCompany: Athénée Palace Hilton Bucharest.hilton.com

ZAGORJE WINE TALE AND TEAM COOKING incentive: Zagorje region - idyllic green region in Croatia! The many villages and small towns spread out across the hillsides perfect for agriculture and summer houses make the idyllic image of this area. Through wine story and team cooking we will be familiar with the culinary secrets of traditional Zagorje cuisine and wine features of Zagorje region.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 4 - 6 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 50location: Zagorje region, Croatia

Wow factor: Idyllic and domestic atmosphere of ZagorjeCompany: Apsolutna avantura d.o.o.www.absolute-adventure.hrwww.avantura-teambuiling.hr

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100% SLOVENIAN – A COMEDY DINNER EVENT incentive: 100% Slovenian is a themed dinner event led by a funny host that will tell you stories, funny facts, jokes and some crucial bits of information that will give you a great reference for starting conversations during your stay in Slovenia. The program includes music, food, drinks and games that will help your guests immerse in the Slovenian culture and have a time of their lives.

Duration: 1,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 20-300location: Walnut Grove, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Eco-chic venue, party time!Company: Walnut Grove, www.orehovgaj.si/walnut-groveBest time of the year: All year

CULINARY TEAM BUILDING WORKSHOPS incentive: The main focus is on the working atmosphere and culinary inspiration. Teams are divided into two groups – one is be responsible for the cooking, the other for the serving. In the end, everyone sits down together and tastes the dishes.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 2- 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 25location: Dvor Jezeršek, Cerklje na Gorenjskem, Slovenia

Wow factor: Through our culinary team buildings events, participants will learn something new, share and improve their cooking skills and most impor-tantly, have loads of fun.Company: Jezeršek Gostinstvo d.o.o., www.jezersek.si/en

CABLE CAR DINNER incentive: Experience a dinner like never before! A nice change of environment, culinary specialties, comfortable ambience, fantastic views and fresh air – the local companies Krvavec Resort, Jezeršek Catering and Gostilna Krištof invite you to a gourmet dinner in the heart of the Slovenian Alps.

Duration: 2- 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 40 - 160location: RTC Krvavec, Cerklje na Gorenjskem, Slovenia

Wow factor: the gondolas of Krvavec are converted into small, hovering restaurantsCompany: Jezersek Gostinstvo d.o.o., www.jezersek.si/enBest time of the year: All year

BUDAPEST DANUBE RIVER DINNER CRUISE incentive: This programme is created for those, who would like to enjoy the wonderful view of the city swimming in lights in a romantic candlelight atmosphere, and have a romantic dinner on a boat with live music.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 1,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 1 - 300 location: Budapest, Hungary

Wow factor: Enjoy stunning views of the city illumi-nated at night to the sounds of live music on boardCompany: Hungaria Koncert Ltd. www.ticket.info.hu

CULINARY TEAM BUILDING incentive: Creating dishes and setting up the table will turn into a fun social event for your employees and also an opportunity to exchange ideas for the banquet preparation for an important business partner.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 2 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 40 location: Rogaška Slatina, Slovenia

Wow factor: Sommelier III, WSET 3(n° 10 sommelier in the World), CHEF of A’ la carte restaurant get his master experience of cooking in DubaiCompany: Grand Hotel Sava****superior Rogaška Slatina

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FIT & FUN DINE AROUND LAKE BLEDincentive: Feel, move, taste. Start: GH Toplice – the Glam starter - This track includes “foot mobility” 1st stop: Zaka – the CHIC-nik starter - This track includes “cycle mobility” 2nd stop: Castle – the cultural main course - This track includes “fjaker mobility” 3rd stop: Kavarna Park – the traditional dessert - This track includes “sit down and relax mobility. Finale at Vinarte, wine-cellar, where you will be embraced by the delicious Slovenian wines.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 3 - 4 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 40 location: Bled, Slovenia

Wow factor: “It is never about the food, but it is always about the food”Company: Sava Turizem d.d.Contact: Saša ZorCankarjeva cesta 6, 4260 Bled, Slovenija T:+386 4 206 6033 E: [email protected]

CREATIVE JUICES incentive: Participants in smaller teams make 12 new smoothie flavours to save the company Creative Juices from failure. Each team possess different ingredients that have to be delivered to other teams in the limited amount of time. Exceptional networking, cooperation and appropriate communication are required. An entertaining and energetic teambuilding event.

Best time of the year: All year Duration: 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 5 – 1.000 location: By agreement

Wow factor: Limited amount of timeCompany: Teambuilding Academy (TBA),E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +386 59 072 070, www.tbaeurope.com

MAJKIN SALAŠ incentive: Majkin salaš is a typical Vojvodina-style farmhouse, where traditional food, home made brandy, local wines and local folk music are offered. Other activities, such as carriage ride, fishing etc. are also offered to guests.

Duration: 1,5 - 2,5 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50location: Subotica (Palić), Serbia

Wow factor: Tastes of the pastCompany: Majkin salaš, d.o.o.www.majkinsalas.rsBest time of the year: All year

CULINARY PERFORMANCE incentive: Enjoying Slovenian dishes through the process of creation and art. Would you like to get to know Slovenia better through traditional dishes and beverages? Slovenian culinary offers plenty of options for creative, unique and cooperative events. It is also about an expe-rience, art of performance and creation of special dishes. Usually, we use uncommon places to create unique atmospheres in a company of a good musician, for example a saxophonist, which is a winning combination for creating unforgettable moments.

Best time of the year: All year.Duration: 3 - 5 hours Min./max. of part.: 30 - 300 location: All around Slovenia, in special and unusual locations.

Wow factor: An amazing atmosphere of a team cooking performance.Company: LIFE Events, Bleiweisova cesta 30, 4000 Kranj, Slovenia, T: +386 4 20 14 075, +386 40 50 88 65E-mail: [email protected], www.spiritowin.com

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BEER TOURincentive: Prague Brewery Tour visits the best pub breweries in the city, including the most historic, to taste the beer brewed on the premises, and to soak up the long tradition of brewing in the Golden City.

Duration: depends on the group scheduleMin./max. of part.: N/Alocation: Prague / Pilsen / Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic

Wow factor: Taste the Czech traditionCompany: Prague Convention Bureau and it´s member DMCswww.pragueconvention.czCategory: Adrenaline experiences Best time of the year: Any time

WINE ROUTEincentive: Slovenian wine producing tradition and authentic vine sorts are world renowned and ranks Slovenia very high among wine destinations worth to visit. Tradition is combined with the oldest living vine that still bears grapes on the planet. Wine routes will take you on unforgettable journey, guided by experts, and give your ability to taste and explore premium local wines and dishes. Three rich wine regions with fourteen wine districts and numerous wine cellars will satisfy all desires.

Best time of the year: All yearDuration: 4 h – 6 h Min./max. of part.: 3 or morelocation: Wine regions, Slovenia

Wow factor: The oldest living vine that still bears grapesCompany: Palma Tour Operator & DMCwww.palma-travel.eu

SPICE UP CULINARY EXPERIENCEincentive: Would you like to spice up things a bit by experiencing picnics or dinners at unusual, special locations? We organize unique culinary events on locations that will satisfy all culinary and adrenalin needs.

Duration: 2 h – 4 hMin./max. of part.: 3-35location: Unique places (up in the sky, in the gondola, on the blanket,...), Slovenia

Wow factor: Unusual culinary experienceCompany: Palma Tour Operator & DMCwww.palma-travel.euCategory: Adrenaline experiences Best time of the year: All year round (location depended)

SLOVENIAN TRIATHLON - COOKING, DRINKING, DANCING incentive: No trip to Slovenia will ever be complete without taking part in our Slovenian Triathlon – indoor or outdoor edition. Program includes a bit of a culinary workshop, tasting of Slovenian wines and liquors, a lot of eating, drinking and dancing.

Duration: 2-6 hours Min./max. of part.: 20-300location: Walnut Grove, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Eco-chic venue, party time!Company: www.orehovgaj.si/walnut-groveBest time of the year: All year

SloveniaCHEF’S TABLE incentive: A 3-hour event, the Chef’s Table is an ultimate culinary experience encouraging the team to head into the kitchen with their colleagues, partake in an interactive cooking demonstration, filled with fun cooking tips and tricks and afterwards bond over a seated meal.

Duration:3-4 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 10location: Grand Hotel Toplice, Julijana Restaurant, Slovenia

Wow factor: Culinary spectacle and a sneak peek of 5-star kitchen Company: Sava Hotels & ResortsBest time of the year: All year round

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COOKING WITH INSPIRATIONIncentive: Innovative approach based on inspiration of an individual, where participants cook like at home - without predefined concept and given recipes. Participants are offered a selection of ingredients with which they adjust both quantity and selection of dishes. Both concepts have proven to be a good answer to the needs of today’s market.

Min./max. of part.: Min. 8location: D125, Dunajska 125, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Cooking with inspirationCompany: Vivo catering, www.vivo.siBest time of the year: No limitsDuration: 2-5 hours (depends on the program and order)

CULINARY TEAMBUILDINGIncentive: Connecting teams where groups and individuals are formed with a predetermi-nated concept and selection of dishes and they prepare meals themselves.


Wow factor: Innovative solution for socialising with associates, teams prepare their own meal Company: Vivo catering, www.vivo.siBest time of the year: No limitsDuration: 2-5 hours (depends on the program and order)

COURSE IN ISTRIAN COOKING – YOU COOK!incentive: Within this interesting cooking course, guests have the opportunity to prepare various traditional Istrian meals, from simple to true gourmand delicacies. Of course, the participants of the course can take their prepared food with them.

Duration: 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2-5location: Buje, Croatia

Wow factor: The homemade bread and pasta, polenta with cod fish, risotto with nettle, sardines under salt, the famous Istrian vegetable stew, fried dough…Company: Istraturist Umag d.d.Best time of the year: All year around

MEDIEVAL ISTRIAN HILLTOP TOWNS AND ISTRIA GOURIMET TOUR incentive: Four medieval Istrian towns - Motovun, Oprtalj, Završje and Grožnjan, are sur-rounded by vineyards, olive orchards and fields that will delight you with their original charm. The journey will be spiced up with a tour of one of the top Istrian olive growers and visit to the wine cellar where you will taste some of the most renowned Istrian wines and olive oils.

Duration: 8 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2 – 80 location: Motovun, Oprtalj, Završje and Grožnjan, Croatia

Wow factor: tasting some of the most renowned Istrian wines. premium Istrian olive oil tasting, truffle hunting, charming Istrian towns Company: Istraturist Umag d.d.Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

TRUFFLE HUNTINGincentive: Hunt for the Istrian white truffle, one of the most renowned in the world, near Gračišće and Livade, accompanied by a professional truffle hunter and a trained dog. The guests go deep into the Istrian forests and spend approximately three hours searching for Istrian white or black truffles, depending on the season. Guests can keep all the truffles they find during the hunt and take them home to prepare delicious gourmand specialties or they can give the truffles to the professional staff at the Zigante restaurant and taste them free.

Best time of the year: all yearDuration: 3 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2-30location: Livade, Croatia

Wow factor: true search for Istrian truffle, learning from the professional truffle hunter and keeping all the truffles you find. Company: Istraturist Umag d.d.

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WINE AND ART TOURincentive: The central point of this journey is the olive orchards and vineyards of Agrolaguna, the largest in Croatia, and the “City of Artists” Grožnjan. The journey leads you through the picturesque surrounds of Green Istria, the fertile valleys and fields above which there are medieval fortified towns all the way to the complexes of olive orchards and vineyards, through which a bus passes with stops along cellars and wineries.

Best time of the year: all yearDuration: 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2-50location: Poreč, Croatia

Wow factor: Agrolaguna tasting places are especial-ly interesting; there are three various wines offered along with homemade cheese and olive oilCompany: Istraturist Umag d.d.

WINE DEGUSTATION AT KOZLOVIC AND KABOLA WINERIESincentive: Both Kozlovic and Kabola are amongst the most famous Istrian wine brands. At both wineries guests are offered a guided tour of the wine cellar and wine produc-tion process.

Duration: 4-5 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2 – 50 location: Momjan, Croatia

Wow factor: Excellent wines at both places; cut-ting-edge architecture and equipment at Kozlovic; wine made in amphoras at KabolaCompany: Istraturist Umag d.d.Best time of the year: All year around

DUBROVNIK- COOKING WITH A VIEWincentive: During your special culinary getaway to this enchanting destination, you’ll enjoy authentic renaissance Old Dubrovnik Republic cuisine, a 4-hour hands-on cooking class with master chef, food and gourmet tour of historic Dubrovnik, and experience the recipes of noble Dubrovnik Republic

Duration: 6-8 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2-10 personslocation: Dubrovnik City Centre, Croatia

Wow factor: preparing of authentic organic food with a “take the breath away” view, Company: CARNET DE VOYAGE tailormade Croatia Best time of the year: Whole year

GOURMET ZAGREBincentive: Exploring the culinary delights found in the historic Croatian capital through its farmers markets and gourmet spots. Locally grown organic products are transformed into a traditional Croatian continental meal. Become fully immersed in the art of cooking and entertaining, guided by Zagreb chef’s and foodies.

Duration: 4-6 hoursMin./max. of part.: Min 2 to 10location: Zagreb City centre, Croatia

Wow factor: experiencing flamboyant farmer’s markets as a true local Company: CARNET DE VOYAGE tailormade Croatia Best time of the year: Whole year

THE ISLAND OF PAG – IT’S ALL ABOUT THE CHEESE! incentive: Delightfully tasty, capturing the strong character of the dry winter wind, the creamy yellowish Pag cheese produced on the Croatian island of Pag has been described as one of the ten best cheeses in the world. Join us in exploring the island of Pag, its rocky surface, pebble beaches and magnificent aromatic flora while tasting the superb local product – the Pag cheese.

Duration: 5 hoursMin./max. of part.: Private tourslocation: Pag island, Croatia

Wow factor: Delicatesse cow curd, Kozlar cheese, Cheese with pumpkin seeds/Cheese with peppet, Pag cheese, Zigljen extra old, Cheese with trufflesCompany: Best time of the year: All year round

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Croatia

IADERA’S MASTER CHEF incentive: Placed in teams, the participants pit against each other to complete a three-course meal emphasizing the richness of authentic cuisine and being introduced to a long forgotten recipes. The reward at the end of this mouth-watering experience is a gala dining event in one of the refined restaurants within the resort.

Best time of the year: All year roundDuration: 3 – 4 hoursMin./max. of part.: 10 - 40location: Zadar, Croatia

Wow factor: Our Hotel Chef offers suggestions on different preparation methods and encourage par-ticipants to experiment with variations for each dish.Company: Falkensteiner Hotel & Spa Iadera, Tel. +385 23 555 601, [email protected]

HUM EVENTIncentive: The whole city becomes the scenery of your event. All citizens are making the part of this culinary and cultural experience. Medieval city of Hum with numerous mon-uments, typical folklore dresses, local music and culinary specialities will became the part of this event.

Duration: 5- 6 hoursMin./max. of part.: 40 - 200location: Hum, Croatia

Wow factor: Picturesque smallest city in the WorldCompany: Da Riva tourist AgencyBest time of the year: May / June September /October

GNAM GNAM FESTincentive: Gnam Gnam Fest Novigrad-Cittanova, a series of gastronomic events held in Novigrad throughout the summer months. A table, several metres long and set at Mandrač, the town’s small port, is covered in delicacies made from scallops and dishes made from other Adriatic shellfish, as well as indigenous Istrian specialities such as prosciutto (dried Istrian ham) and cheese.

Best time of the year: June – SemptemberDuration: evening timeMin./max. of part.: unlimitedlocation: Novigrad, Croatia

Wow factor: To try the pilgrim scallop of Novigrad, or kapešante as it is called locally, which gourmets con-sider to be one of the tastiest shellfish in the world.Company: Grad Novigrad, Turistička zajednica Grada Novigrada, Laguna Novigrad d.d.www.coloursofistria.com

VIVO´s FOOD TASTING incentive: Vivo´s food tasting in cooperation with Slovenian designers, manufacturers and Vivo´s culinary.

Min./max. of part.: Min 20location: D125, Dunajska 125, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Food tasting with sophisticated and innovative designer products. Company: Vivo catering, www.vivo.siBest time of the year: No limitsDuration: 1-3 hours (depends on the program and order)

DINNER IN THE DARKincentive: Food tasting in fully new way, where not all senses participate (eyesight). Relaxed socialising with food, where participants try to identify the selected dishes and their in-gredients. Real experience in the dark.


Wow factor: Dinner in the darkCompany: Vivo catering, www.vivo.siBest time of the year: No limitsDuration: 1-3 hours (depends on the program and order)

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CroatiaTRUFFLE, OLIVE OIL AND WINE incentive: Discover how the famous truffle will be found in the forest of Motovun, see the production of olive oil and vine and try some of the best specialities.

Duration: Half dayMin./max. of part.: 4-50location: Central Istria, Croatia

Wow factor: Finding truffleCompany: Tourist agency Da RivaBest time of the year: Whole year

LJUBLJANICA GOURMET CRUISE Incentive: Ljubljanica river banks might be the most attractive and interesting ambience of the city. Feelings of joy & comfort are evoken by the power of water and gourmet delica-cies made by Jezeršek Catering. Wooden boat offers pleasant and private atmosphere for business or casual cruise.

Min./max. of part.: 30location: Novi trg, Ljubljana, Slovenia

Wow factor: Outdoor dining option when enjoying the views of Ljubljana’s picturesque river banks.Company: Jezeršek CateringBest time of the year: Spring, Summer, AutumnDuration: 2 hours

IMAGINARY WEDDING incentive: Take your guests to a wedding! Date, venue, musicians, catering and bridal couple are all set! Outdoor wedding ceremony will be followed by a gourmet dinner and custom wedding games. Live band will make sure all guests find a way to the dance floor. Party can go on until late hours …

Duration: 8 hoursMin./max. of part.: 80location: Dvor Jezeršek, Slovenia

Wow factor: Each invitee gets his or her weeding role. Guests transform into bridesmaids, best men, family and friends and get involved in the wedding scenario.Company: Jezeršek CateringBest time of the year: All year around

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Case Study

Name: IustitiaDate: 17.07. And 21.08. (we can also organize event for closed groups on other dates)Location: Old town of PorečPartners: Hotel PalazzoExecution: Istra Inspirit

EXPERIENCE: The peninsula of Istria is well-known for its clear blue sea, beautiful coasts, amazing landscapes, tradition and gastronomy. But, this hidden Mediterranean pearl has much more to offer; if you decide to explore its past, you will find numerous interesting stories, legends and myths. And if you conect them with tradition and gastrono-my, what do you get? An amazing, unforgettable ex-perience that will become your lifetime memory. We decided to offer unforgettable moment on authentic locations, with local food and customs, in series of events all over Istria. One of them, „Iustitia“, will present you a true Baroque atmosphere of Poreč and we guarantee you that you don’t want to miss being a part of our most dynamic event. A great way to award your employees, colleagues, partners or friends.

ABOUT: Poreč, a charming Mediterranean town in Istria, became a target of a notorious and infamous thief Domenico Furlan in 1699. According to the legend, he destroyed the tabernacle of the Basilica Poreč, stealing the gold and silver with which it was

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adorned. Following the „living history“ concept, this legend has been revived and the participants of Istra Inspirit experience „Iustitia“ can now help in return-ing the stolen treasure. In order to find the thief, the participants have to work as a team and cooperate. During the chase, they must show their skills, but also loyalty to the group. This can be very demanding because in this event the power of a group depends on each member of a team and it is a „must“ to work together.

CHALLENGE: In order to catch the thief, co-work-ers must work as a team. They must show the respect for the other colleagues and trust to each other. Also, they will have to show how good they are in coordi-nation and organization of the tasks and how do they work under pressure. They will be asked to make the best decisions in a short time and to show how they work as a team. At the same time, they will get an unforgettable experience full of fun and learn more about Istria, Poreč, their legends and gastronomy.

SOLUTIONS: Everything starts with an interest-ing and interactive performance of a Basilica Poreč robbery. After they see a thief who stole the treasure from Basilica Poreč, the group will have to find him. In order to do that, they will have to run after him all around Poreč. If they want to be successful, they will have to rely on each other and work as a team. After they find the thief, they will have to decide what to

do with him. In that part they will have to show how good they are in finding compromises. When their task is complete, they will be awarded with a rich Baroque dinner, dances…

AFTER THE EVENT: While developing Istra Inspirit project, we noticed that this is a project with a great potential to be offered as an incentive and team-building program. Why? All the experiences of Istra Inspirit project are being held in interesting authentic locations and are a great way to educate its participants in an informal and entertaining way. Through interactive theatre plays and games, we include all participants in the event. Moreover, Istra Inspirit events can be adjusted to almost every request of a group. Our visitors can all agree in one: they’ve got an unexpected, interesting experience and education about Istrian history, tra-dition and gastronomy, but also about some impor-tant life values.

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OLD BUZET incentive: Tour through the old historical centre of Buzet guided by actors and musicians with presentations of old crafts and tasting local products.

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 100location: Buzet, historic centre, Croatia

Wow factor: Participation in homemade bread making and baking.Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

MARE THE WITCH incentive: Dramatic story based on local legend with participating on trial of Mare Radolovich, the herbalist and healer of Svetvincenat, who was accused of witchcraft. After participating on her trial enjoy in delicious Renaissance dinner.

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 200location: Svetivinčenat, the Grimani-Morosini Castle, Croatia

Wow factor: Amazing theatrical performance of trial and witch execution.Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

JULES VERNE: ESCAPE FROM THE CASTLE incentive: Evening to remember with guided tour through Etno Museum of Istra, visiting the Jules Verne’s room and the dungeon of Mathias Sandorf, „escape from the castle“ per-formance and at the end a luxury dinner from Austro-Hungarian era.

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 200location: Pazin, The Castle of Pazin

Wow factor: Witness high-adrenaline escape from the Castle.Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hr Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

IUSTITIA incentive: Tour around the historical centre of Poreč guided by actors performing trial and execution of notorious and infamous thief Domenico Furlan and original Baroque dinner to conclude the evening.

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 200location: Poreč, Peškera bay, Croatia

Wow factor: Enjoying the Baroque atmosphere and specialties. Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

CRISPO incentive: Interactive walking performance and tour around the archaeological site Vižula with actors in authentic Roman costumes and rich Roman dinner on site at the end.

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 200location: Vižula, archaeological site, Croatia

Wow factor: Feel the Roman era alive on authentic historical place with amazingperformance and beautiful sunset.Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

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CroatiaKNIGHT GAMES & MEDIEVAL EXPERIENCES incentive: Back in time at amazing Slovenian castles.Slovenia is full of beautiful castles and each one of them has a story of its own. This mo-tivational thematic program is a unique knowledgement of the life of knights at special historical locations. We use our own design costumes and props. Event consists of a set of medieval experiences, which require strategic team work. Great emphasis is put on a medieval feast, where participants drink from handmade clay pots and eat with their hands from wooden boards.

Wow factor: Team challenges in a medieval environment.Company: LIFE Events Contact: Bleiweisova cesta 30, 4000 Kranj, SloveniaT: +386 4 20 14 075, +386 40 50 88 65 E-mail: [email protected] time of the year: Spring to autumn (March – November)Duration: 4 - 6 hours Min./max. of part.: 15 - 150 location: Castle Kamen (Begunje), Castle Snežnik (Notranjska region), Castle Socerb (Primorska region), Castle Mokrice (close to Croatian border)

THE MINER’S REPUBLIC incentive: Real coal mine experience with the complete mining equipment and presentation of the miners’ strike and at the end original miner’s brunch.

Duration: 2-3 hours Min./max. of part.: 50 location: Lamparna and the Raša coal mine, Croatia

Wow factor: Touching story about the hard life and pride of miners.Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

THE LIGHTHOUSE OF LOVE incentive: Romantic experience with theatre and love story with the sound of the sea and real aphrodisiac atmosphere.

Duration: 2 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 200location: Savudria, lighthouse, Croatia

Wow factor: Theatre of shadows at the lighthouse.Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

SPACIO incentive: Experience the batana ride across the peninsula, dinner in old tavern, musicians singing old fishermen’s songs. An impressive way to represent how fishermans and farmers used to live in Rovinj.

Duration: 2-3 hoursMin./max. of part.: 50 location: Rovinj, Ecomuseum Batana, Croatia

Wow factor: The batana ride and spectacular view of the old town of Rovinj. Company: Istra Inspirit Associationwww.istrainspirit.hrBest time of the year: Spring to autumn

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CroatiaPARENZANA – GUIDED TOUR WITH TRANSPORTincentive: The Parenzana cycling tour takes you on the route of the popular Parenzana cycling path and introduces you to a number of picturesque towns, such as Grožnjan, the ‘town of artists’ and Livad, the Istrian white truffle capital. The tour is named after the Parenzana railroad that connected Istria with other parts of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy at the beginning of 20th century.

Best time of the year: All year aroundDuration: 7 hoursMin./max. of part.: 2 – 40 location: Grožnjan, Livade, Završje, Croatia

Wow factor: the most beautiful natural landscapes of Istria, forests and fields, mountain paths and old bridges and tunnels, a beautiful view of the Mirna RiverCompany: Istraturist Umag d.d.

DOWN THE OLD CITY WALLS incentive: When you visit Dubrovnik, first thing you will notice are magnificent stone walls that surround it. Make an entrance, abseil down the walls to the main city street, the popular Stradun where we will await you with the welcome drink. All of that will be spiced up with music performed by a street performer.

Best time of the year: Spring to autumn Duration: 1 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 20 - 50 location: Dubrovnik, Croatia

Wow factor: Special experience and unusual way to start the tour. Company: VenEvent DMC & PCOwww.venevent.comT: +385 1 48 222 21

MEDIEVAL STORY AT THE STRUGA CASTLE incentive: Welcome on traditional way, sightseeing of the castle, listening to the medieval songs, archery tournament, searching of hidden medieval treasure. Next to the castle is the most beautiful golf court in Slovenia – Otocec, where we can prepare a special program.

Duration: 1,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 10 - 50location: Otočec, Slovenia

Wow factor: The countess Eleonora Sobjeska, Live museum of medieval life, archery tournament…Company: Kompas Novo mesto d.o.o.www.kompas-nm.si Best time of the year: Spring to autumn

HISTORICAL TRAM RIDEincentive: Ride back into the history of Prague in 70-100 year old trams on a unique tour. The guide is the conductor in period uniform. The tram follows the route of your choice.

Best time of the year: March-November (spring, summer, autumn)Duration: 1 hour Min./max. of part.: 10-60 paxlocation: Prague city centre, Czech Republic

Wow factor: Enjoy the spirit of early 30´s passing major historical monuments in a short time. Small refreshment can be served on a board.Company: Prague Convention Bureau and it´s member DMCswww.pragueconvention.cz

OLD-TIMER CAR RALLYIncentive: Sightseeing tours in the steps of Bohemian kings using different vehicles - tra-bants, old-fashioned Skoda cars, vintage cars and others.

Duration: 1 hourMin./max. of part.: Max 3 pax per car (car with a driver)location: Prague city centre, Czech Republic

Wow factor: Exploring City of PragueCompany: Prague Convention Bureau and it´s member DMCswww.pragueconvention.czBest time of the year: March-November (spring, summer, autumn)

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CroatiaPHOTO SAFARY incentive: The walk through the city will guide you to all important spots. On each spot the actor dressed in the costume of epoch linked to the story of the place will explain the guests the historical importance of the place

Duration: Half dayMin./max. of part.: 4 - 60location: Opatija / Pula / Rijeka, Croatia

Wow factor: Monument and the story presented by the person acting the participant of the storyCompany: Tourist agency Da RivaBest time of the year: Whole year

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SPICE UP SPORT EXPIRIENCEincentive: Are you active and would you like to experience exclusive, first - class sport ad-venture with your group? We would then recommend you extravagant locations in which we organize all kind off sport events or activities. You can participate in football tourna-ment on a Ljubljana Castle courtyard. Or maybe play basketball under & on the water or underground in a famous cave. If you would like to experience sport in different kind and exclusive way with our team of professionals will find the right exclusive location for you.

Duration: 3 h - 12 hMin./max. of part.: 6 or morelocation: Exclusive locations, Slovenia

Wow factor: First class sport adventure on extrava-gant locationCompany: Palma Tour Operator & DMCwww.palma-travel.euBest time of the year: All year round (location depended)

WINE-TASTING incentive: The tale of Zvonko Bogdan winery emerges from quality, from the selection of the best sites for vineyards to the cutting edge winery equipment all the way to the most impressive winery building.

Duration: 1 - 1,5 hours Min./max. of part.: Max 30location: Subotica (Palić), Serbia

Wow factor: Impressive winery building & impres-sive taste of ZB winesCompany: Zvonko Bogdan Winerywww.vinarijazvonkobogdan.comBest time of the year: All year

Jet Ski Safari incentive: Among this Croatia 5 star hotel’s unique services are expertly guided Jet Ski safaris of Adriatic islands, chosen based on weather and driver experience. The guide is an off-shore world champion and holder of a Guinness World Record for most distance travelled on a Jet Ski in 24 hours, accomplished on the Adriatic. Drivers are outfitted with Jet Ski suits, vests and helmets with interphones for continuous communication with the guide and other drivers.

Min./max. of part.: 2-10location: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun Gardens and islands

Wow factor: Mediterranean experienceCompany: Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Dubrovnik Sun GardensBest time of the year: Spwring, summer, autumnDuration: From Morning till afternoon

TREASURE-HUNT IN 100 YEARS OLD ATHÉNÉE PALACE HILTON BUCHAREST incentive: Discover the fascinating untold story of a 100-year-old grand hotel – a scene for royal gatherings, behind-the-scene plots, secret meetings and grand celebrations. Since 1914 up until now the hotel keeps memories of movie stars, world political & business leaders, famous artists and innovators today.

Best time of the year: Year-round Duration: 2,5 - 3 hours Min./max. of part.: 2 - 50 location: Bucharest, Romania

Wow factor: Protected Le Diplomat ballroom and the Collonade Company: Athénée Palace Hilton Bucharest.hilton.com

ARNOLD RIKLI “BACK TO THE ROOTS” ADVENTURE incentive: Arnold Rikli invites you back to nature, to cure your body and soul with his healing methods! The beginnings of intensive tourism date from 1855 when the Swiss doctor Arnold Rikli was among the first to recognize the value and advantages of Bled’s climate and location. He founded a Natural Health Institute and introduced his own healing methods based on the effects of light, air and water on the human body. His healing methods are still relevant today.

Min./max. of part.: Up to 16 pax location: Glamping Bled, Slovenia

Wow factor: Glamorous camping and activities Company: Sava Hotels & Resorts Best time of the year: March – November Duration: Min 2 hours

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SAILING incentive: Accompanied with skipper you will learn how to sail. Lunch will be served on deserted beach. In the afternoon each time will make part of regatta.

Min./max. of part.: 6 - 50location: Kvarner Bay or Rabac, Croatia

Wow factor: Sailing experienceCompany: Tourist agency Da RivaBest time of the year: April / OctoberDuration: Full day

SPA VITA LIFE OF THE SENSESincentive: A complete intensive two-day luxury care treatment to deservedly pamper your body and energize your soul leaving you looking. You’ll be pampered with an invigorating and incredibly luxurious aromatic oils wrapping, covered with warm, moist towels that are infused with aromatic essential oils.

Duration: 2 daysMin./max. of part.: 2 – 30location: Umag, Croatia

Wow factor: aromatic oils wrapping, full aroma bal-ancing ritual massageCompany: Istraturist Umag d.d.Best time of the year: April - November

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1. Formula 1 The active experience is ultimate team challenge where ef-ficient cooperation, communication and coordination are needed. The goal is to construct a full-scale Formula 1 racing car. More on page 31.

2. Cable Car dinner The culinary experience with fresh air – the local companies Krvavec Resort, Jezeršek Catering and Gostilna Krištof invite you to a gourmet dinner in the heart of the Slovenian Alps. More on page 57.

3. Old tram, new view The cultural experience will introduce you the Zagreb Down Town and its beauty which will bring you back in Zagreb’s past. More on page 47.

4. Rowing with Olympians on Lake Bled With this active experience accompanied by Slovenian rowing Olympians, participants will learn basic rowing skills in pro-fessional racing boats. More on page 23.

5. 100% Slovenian; A comedy dinner event 100% Slovenian is a culinary experience event led by a funny host that will tell you stories, funny facts, jokes and some crucial bits of information that will give you a great reference for starting conversations during your stay in Slovenia. More on page 57.

6. Belgrade »Rakia« tour Try six different kinds of rakija at three different locations, served with a special type of snack that amplifies and frames the taste of the rakija. You won’t forget this culinary experi-ence. More on page 51.

7. Istria offroad – wine and truffles routeThis cultural experience is an amazing and unique way to discover the beauty of nature of Istrian peninsula. More on page 44.

8. Zipline Bovec Adrenaline experience is is set in the picturesque and un-spoiled canyon Učja and is one of the most attractive and highest in Europe. More on page 14.

9. Film making in Zagreb The team fill get a camera and list of tasks to include in their movie. An unforgettable cultural experience. More on page 48.

10. Slovenian Olympics – “Slower, lower, tougher”With this active experience there is no better way to get famil-iar with the Slovenian culture and have fun at the same time than to try our ridiculous Slovenian Olympics program. More on page 26.

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