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Discover the heart of the Dalmatian coast at Villa Korta Katarina, a Relais & Châteaux luxury villa in Orebić, Croatia, honored with the prestigious MICHELIN Key for exceptional hospitality. Perched above the Adriatic Sea, this sun-drenched retret blends architectural elegance with the untamed beauty of the Pelješac Peninsula, inviting guests to slow down, savor, and immerse themselves in a world where every detail is curated for emotional resonance.

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The Evolution of the Korta Katarina Collection

WHERE THE STORY FOUND THE ANDERSONS

Their story began in the early 2000s, when Lee and Penny Anderson first traveled from the United States to southern Croatia through their work with St. David’s Relief Foundation, supporting communities in the fragile years in the post war recovery period. The region was still healing, and villages were restoring homes and schools. Families were rebuilding their lives with quiet determination

What began as a humanitarian mission to a recovering coastline, became a lifelong commitment to a place that changed everything. From vineyards shaped by generations to a Villa restored stone by stone, from a quiet seaside hotel reborn with purpose to a yacht that carries the rhythm of the Adriatic, the Andersons built a Collection guided by respect, gratitude, and the essence of Pelješac.

HOW THE ANDERSONS’ STORY FOUND ITS PLACE

Before the first stone was lifted or the first vine was planted, there was a feeling. A quiet certainty that Pelješac was a place worth listening to. The coastline, the vineyards, the people, the history still present in the land. All of it spoke to Lee and Penny in a way they could not ignore. What began as curiosity soon became a promise.

Their story began in the early 2000s, when Lee and Penny Anderson first traveled from the United States to southern Croatia through their work with St. David’s Relief Foundation, supporting communities in the fragile years in the post war recovery period. The region was still healing, and villages were restoring homes and schools. Families were rebuilding their lives with quiet determination.

Through St. David’s, the Andersons delivered supplies, supported local families, and helped restore community spaces that had been damaged or lost. The work was hands-on and profoundly affecting. They saw resilience in the people they met, dignity in the way communi-

ties supported one another, and a sense of hope that felt both fragile and powerful.

Those days left a lasting imprint. What began as humanitarian work evolved into something more personal, a sense of belonging and a desire to contribute in a way that honored the spirit of the place. Pelješac had found them, and they listened.

THE VINEYARD THAT STARTED IT ALL

The winery was the beginning, the moment when their connection to Pelješac shifted from compassion to commitment. After their work with St. David’s brought them into the region, they found themselves returning not out of obligation but out of a growing sense of belonging. The vineyards were where that feeling took root.

Even before Korta Katarina took shape, Lee and Penny were already connected in the world of wine through their philanthropic work in the United States. They were co-founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival in Florida, one of the most respected charity wine events in the country, created to support children’s health care and the development of the Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida. They had seen how wine could bring people together, inspire generosity, and create lasting impact. That experience shaped their belief that wine could be a force for good, a way to strengthen communities and honor the places that give it life.

Pelješac has always been a place shaped by wine. Generations of families had tended these slopes long before the Andersons arrived,

Pelješac has always been a place shaped by wine. Generations of families had tended these slopes long before the Andersons arrived, carrying forward traditions that survived hardship, war, and rebuilding. Walking along those vineyards, they felt the weight of that history and the quiet pride of the people who lived it every day. They spent time with growers who knew each vine by memory, who could read the land by touch and instinct. They learned the character of Plavac Mali and Pošip not from textbooks but from the people who had shaped them for decades.

carrying forward traditions that survived hardship, war, and rebuilding. Walking along those vineyards, they felt the weight of that history and the quiet pride of the people who lived it every day.

They spent time with growers who knew each vine by memory, who could read the land by touch and instinct. They learned the character of Plavac Mali and Pošip not from textbooks but from the people who had shaped them for decades. The more they listened, the more they understood that wine was not simply a product here. It was a cultural inheritance.

That inheritance continues to reveal its strength today. Korta Katarina’s wines, now recognized among the finest in the country, carry forward the very traditions that first inspired the Andersons. The 2024 Rosé ranked the number one Rosé in Croatia, and the 2023 Babić, honored among the top five in the nation, stand as modern expressions of the land that welcomed them. These achievements are more than accolades. They are a testament to the peninsula’s resilience, its craftsmanship, and the deep continuity between past and present.

When it came time to name the winery, they chose Korta Katarina, a name that carried both local meaning and personal significance. Korta, in Croatian, evokes the idea of a courtyard or gathering place, and Katarina reflects a cherished family name. Together, it expressed exactly what they hoped the winery would become: a welcoming place shaped by community, memory, and connection.

Creating Korta Katarina Winery became their first act of stewardship. It honored the peninsula’s heritage while helping build a future grounded in opportunity and respect. The winery quickly became a symbol of renewal, a gathering place where visitors could understand Pelješac through its flavors, its stories, and its people, now elevated by wines that stand proudly among Croatia’s very best.

RESTORING A VILLA BY THE SEA

Before it ever became a private retreat, Villa Korta Katarina was a grand 1930s seaside hotel, a beloved landmark known as Hotel Rivijera and one of the defining icons of the Orebić coastline. Locals remembered its elegance, its terrace overlooking the channel, and the life it brought to the waterfront. But after the war, the building fell silent. Windows shattered, the roof collapsed, and the once graceful structure stood abandoned.

When Lee and Penny first stepped inside, they did not see ruin. They saw possibility. They saw a building with a story worth saving, a place whose spirit had not disappeared, only paused. They approached the restoration with humility, wanting to understand what Rivijera had been before imagining what it could become.

Croatian architects and artisans were brought in to study the original structure, preserving every stone that could be saved. American interior designer Marie Meko joined the effort, shaping a design that honored the building’s heritage while giving it a new life.

Together, they made a bold architectural decision: to raise the roof and create an entirely new top level, an Owner’s Suite with panoramic views of the sea and beyond.

Inside, the Villa was reimagined by the warmth and intimacy of a private residence. Eight suites were crafted to feel personal and comfortable. Juliet balconies opened to wide sea views, inviting the Adriatic into the room. Fireplaces added a sense of home. Local stone, wood and textiles grounded the interiors in place. A discreet underground passageway was created beneath the Villa, forming a private connection to the Winery and leading to an intimate Wine Room reserved for special events, private tastings, or quiet romantic moments.

The Villa became a place where guests felt as though they were being invited into someone’s home rather than checking into a hotel. Elegant without being formal, refined without being distant, it carried the spirit of the original Rivijera with a renewed sense of purpose.

Its rebirth did not go unnoticed. The Villa was welcomed into Relais & Châteaux in 2020, and in 2025 it received a MICHELIN Key, affirming what guests already felt. This was a place restored with care, respect, and heart.

THE HOTEL THAT COMPLETED THE VISION

As the Villa found its voice, another story waited quietly just down the shoreline. The former Hotel Indijan was not grand or imposing. It was intimate, familiar, and human. A modest, family-run beach-front hotel, it had been a quiet refuge for Lee and Penny throughout the Villa’s restoration years. It was where they woke to the sound of waves before long days on the nearby villa construction site, where they shared simple meals with the family who ran it, and where evenings ended with the sky fading over the channel toward Korčula.

The hotel held the calm intervals of the journey, the ones that never make headlines but shape everything. Over time, their relationship with the family deepened into something personal and enduring. So when the family decided it was time to pass the hotel on, they approached Lee and Penny directly, believing they were the only ones who would protect its spirit and carry its story forward.

What followed was a thoughtful, deliberate process. The family shared the history of the hotel, the hopes they had for its future, and the responsibility they felt in choosing its next caretakers. By the time the agreement was finalized in January 2024, it was clear this was more than a purchase. It was a transfer of trust.

The transformation embraced a modern Adriatic sensibility. Clean lines, prime beachfront location, soft coastal tones, and a sense of ease that felt true to Orebić. Marie Meko returned to shape interiors that were contemporary yet warm, refined yet relaxed. Local craftsmen brought the design to life with skill and pride.

Rooms were opened to the light. Textures were softened. Spaces were designed to feel effortless, the kind of luxury that whispers.

And then there was the view. From the hotel’s terraces and suites, and especially from the restaurant’s elevated perch, the horizon opens toward Korčula, the channel catching the morning light in a way that feels almost unreal. In the evenings, the sunsets turn the entire coastline gold and rose, the kind of quiet spectacle that stops you mid sentence. One of the most beautiful vantage points on the peninsula finally had a home worthy of it.

Reopened in late 2025 as Hotel Katarina, the property introduced a new dimension of coastal living to Orebić. Elegant, intimate, and directly connected to the beach and the sea, it offers a sense of ease that feels both natural and elevated. Its first official season begins in April 2026, already marked by early acclaim, including acceptance into Relais & Châteaux.

As the Villa found its voice, another story waited quietly just down the shoreline. The former Hotel Indijan was not grand or imposing. It was intimate, familiar, and human. A modest, family-run beach-front hotel, it had been a quiet refuge for Lee and Penny throughout the Villa’s restoration years. It was where they woke to the sound of waves before long days on the nearby villa construction site, where they shared simple meals with the family who ran it, and where evenings ended with the sky fading over the channel toward Korčula. The hotel held the calm intervals of the journey, the ones that never make headlines but shape everything. Over time, their relationship with the family deepened into something personal and enduring.

A VOYAGE THROUGH THE ADRIATIC

As the Villa was being restored and Hotel Katarina was finding its new life, the Andersons had already come to know Pelješac from the water. Their connection to the Adriatic was shaped aboard Yacht Katharine, a classic, custom built 201-foot CRN vessel whose graceful lines and quiet elegance had been part of their Croatian story from the beginning.

Katharine carried them through the archipelago during the years of restoration, offering moments of stillness between long days of work. From her decks, they watched the peninsula shift in color and light, saw vineyards cascading toward the shore, and discovered coves and inlets that could only be reached by water. She revealed Pelješac from a different perspective, one that was expansive, cinematic, and personal.

Over time, Katharine became woven into the fabric of their journey. She hosted family gatherings, evenings at anchor, and exploration trips that shaped their understanding of the region they had come to love. Her presence was constant and reassuring, a reminder that the Adriatic was not just a backdrop to their work but an essential part of the place they were helping to restore.

Today, Yacht Katharine is available for private voyages of seven days or more, offering guests the opportunity to experience the Adriatic the way the Andersons first did, unhurried and connected to the landscape.

Life aboard Katharine is defined by ease rather than extravagance. Sunlight moves across teak decks. The sea shifts from silver to blue. Evenings unfold beneath a sky filled with stars. It is a kind of luxury that invites reflection rather than spectacle.

Katharine completes the Collection not by adding something new but by revealing something essential: that Pelješac is best understood in motion, with the sea as both companion and guide.

As the Villa was being restored and Hotel Katarina was finding its new life, the Andersons had already come to know Pelješac from the water. Their connection to the Adriatic was shaped aboard Yacht Katharine, a classic, custom built 201foot CRN vessel whose graceful lines and quiet elegance had been part of their Croatian story from the beginning.

Croatian architects and artisans were brought in to study the original structure, preserving every stone that could be saved. American interior designer Marie Meko joined the effort, shaping a design that honored the building’s heritage while giving it a new life. Together, they made a bold architectural decision: to raise the roof and create an entirely new top level, an Owner’s Suite with panoramic views of the sea and beyond.

Inside, the Villa was reimagined by the warmth and intimacy of a private residence. Eight suites were crafted to feel personal and comfortable.

A COLLECTION IN HARMONY WITH LAND, SEA AND VINE

Taken together, the Winery, the Villa, Hotel Katarina, and Yacht Katharine form a Collection shaped by purpose and guided by place. Each chapter stands on its own, yet all are connected by the same quiet philosophy: that true luxury is rooted in authenticity, stewardship, and the relationship between people and the land they choose to honor.

What began with St. David’s Relief Foundation, as an act of service and compassion evolved into a long-term commitment to Pelješac. The Andersons did not set out to build a Collection. They set out to honor a region that had shown them resilience, beauty and grace in the wake of hardship.

Today, their story lives in the details: in a glass of wine poured from vines they once walked as visitors, in the restored stone of a Villa that feels both historic and alive, in the calm confidence of a hotel that completes the view, and in the soft arc of a yacht tracing the coastline at dusk.

This is not just a destination. It is a legacy, held in harmony with land, sea and vine.

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Dear Readers,

Welcome to the 43rd edition of The Collection magazine. I truly hope that as you turn these pages, you feel a positive energy - the kind we all need more than ever in these unusual and uncertain times.

Global events affect everything. Everyone is affected. The unfolding story across Europe and the Middle East will inevitably affect almost every industry, including tourism. While some may see opportunity in shifting travel patterns, I must admit I am not among them. Yes, certain segments of travellers may redirect toward our region, and there may be short-term gains in occupancy or real estate demand. But no opportunity can outweigh the hope that these conflicts end as soon as possible. That said, back to our region, there is a moment worth celebrating. In Montenegro, the reopening of Aman Sveti Stefan is, without question, the most significant development in our tourism landscape. There is little to explain, as this place and brand define Montenegro’s global positioning. A warm welcome back, and to all the ‘Aman junkies’ - we’ve missed you.

Looking ahead, exciting developments continue to shape the Adriatic. Although not yet officially announced, two future Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts are expected soon to grace the region: one at Plavi Horizonti on the Luštica Peninsula in Montenegro, and another in Kupari, near Dubrovnik.

Across the region, new openings and expansions continue to elevate the offering. The Bristol Bol brings new life to the Croatian coast, while Minor Hotels expands its Mediterranean

presence through brands such as Anantara Hotels & Resorts and the Minor Reserve Collection in Istria and Portorož.

From my recent travels, two destinations left a lasting impression. In Slovenia, Lake Bohinj is memorable as a place of pure nature, silence, and clarity. Clean, calm, almost meditative. Properties such as Vila Muhr and Fox on the Rocks Chalet are truly worth experiencing.

And then, a completely different energy: Warsaw. A city that surprises at first glance: modern, efficient, clean, and full of momentum. A market that undoubtedly deserves our full attention, both in tourism and business.

Looking south, Albania continues to impress. In this edition, our interview with the Minister of Tourism, Mr. Blendi Gonxhja, features the vision, ambition, and opportunities shaping one of the region’s most dynamic destinations.

We also present The 2026 - European Branded Residences Report from Savills, which clearly shows that this segment shows no signs of abating. This growth is mirrored in projects such as Marina Dorćol, a premium new riverside community in Belgrade which brings together life-enhancing technology, refined architecture, and carefully curated green spaces, creating a lifestyle that places comfort and wellness at its core.

We are also proud to introduce the Adriatic Hoteliers Club - a platform where general managers and top executives come together through networking, gastronomy, wine, and shared experiences.

And finally, three pillars that define modern luxury: health, gastronomy, and education. With Technogym introducing its Sandstone concept, a new era of wellness living begins. At the same time, five exceptional chefs from Croatia, gathered under the Impresia Hotels, open the doors of their kitchens—bringing authentic flavours and local stories to the table. Looking ahead, education takes its place at the core of future generations, with H-FARM in Venice standing as a unique ecosystem where education, startups, and innovation coexist.

We hope you enjoy the journey through the region, which we present inside.

Regards,

Enjoy the read.

Miodrag spahic Editor in Chef

We are delighted to unveil the new chapter of The Collection, our dedicated fashion and art edition: FAB. Created as a platform to present the regional fashion scene and spotlight emerging talents, FAB reflects something we truly care about: giving space to creativity, authenticity, and the next generation of visionaries. By dedicating an entire edition to this subject, we aim to support and showcase voices that deserve to be seen—and we sincerely hope you will enjoy it as much as we enjoyed creating it.

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Kotor, Ljuta - Waterfront Masterpiece in a Premium Location

Set on the first line to the sea in Ljuta, one of the most prestigious coastal villages within the Bay of Kotor, this exceptional stone villa represents a rare fusion of heritage, scale, and contemporary refinement.

With uninterrupted open sea views and direct access to the water, the property offers an unparalleled coastal living experience.

Having a total built area of 819 m² on a 534 m² plot, the estate is thoughtfully composed of a main residence and an auxiliary building, elegantly arranged around a beautifully paved Mediterranean courtyard enriched with olive trees and native plantings.

The main residence (394 m²) is designed for both comfort and sophistication.

The ground floor features an open-plan living and dining area with a stone fireplace, seamlessly connected to a fully equipped kitchen and supported by a guest toilet and utility room.

The first floor offers two en-suite bedrooms, including a refined master suite with a walk-in wardrobe, bathtub, and walk-in shower.

At the penthouse level, an independent en-suite bedroom with a private living area provides an elevated sense of privacy and retreat.

The auxiliary building (243 m²) comprises three independent apartments, each with its own bathroom, along with two enclosed garages—ideal for hosting guests or staff accommodation.

Designed for year-round enjoyment, the outdoor spaces are equally impressive. An infinity pool with an integrated jacuzzi is complemented by a sun terrace, while the outdoor living area features an openair kitchen, bar, and dining space beneath a pergola. A private stone pontoon allows direct sea access, complete with an outdoor shower.

The villa is finished to an exceptional standard, incorporating premium materials such as Italian ceramics, walnut parquet flooring, and high-end sanitary fittings. Modern comforts include underfloor heating, a Smart Home system, video surveillance, biometric access, heat pumps, and high-speed Wi-Fi.

Located just a short drive from Kotor, Ljuta is renowned for its historic charm, refined waterfront residences, and timeless appeal. This remarkable property is the essence of Adriatic luxury—where authenticity, privacy, and elegance co-relate.

Where Mountains Meet The Sea One&Only Portonovi

SOME PLACES DON’T SIMPLY EXIST, THEY UNFOLD SLOWLY, REVEALING THEMSELVES LIKE A STORY AT SUNSET.

At One&Only Portonovi, this sense of discovery comes naturally. Set between Montenegro’s dramatic mountains and the shimmering Adriatic Sea, it is less a destination and more a feeling, one that stays with you long after you leave. From the moment you arrive, a quiet sense of calm greets you. The air carries hints of salt and pine, while light dances gently on the water.

Some places don’t simply exist, they unfold slowly, revealing themselves like a story at sunset. At One&Only Portonovi, this sense of discovery comes naturally. Set between Montenegro’s dramatic mountains and the shimmering Adriatic Sea, it is less a destination and more a feeling, one that stays with you long after you leave.

From the moment you arrive, a quiet sense of calm greets you. The air carries hints of salt and pine, while light dances gently on the water. Time seems to slow, mornings ease into afternoons, and evenings arrive in warm shades of gold and lavender.

Positioned at the entrance of Boka Bay, one of Europe’s most striking coastal landscapes, the resort perfectly balances serenity and energy. Its architecture mirrors this harmony: elegant and contemporary, yet deeply rooted in local heritage, with stone facades, terracotta roofs, and lush gardens blending seamlessly into the surroundings.

Yet what truly defines One&Only Portonovi is the rhythm of life it offers. Days here are guided not by obligation, but by desire. Mornings may begin with a slow breakfast overlooking the sea, where the gentle sway of boats mirrors the unhurried pace of the day. Freshly baked bread, seasonal fruits, and locally inspired dishes set the tone for moments that invite both relaxation and exploration.

A CULINARY JOURNEY BY THE ADRIATIC

For those drawn to gastronomy, the resort offers a refined culinary journey where each restaurant tells its own story.

Sabia presents a modern interpretation of Italian cuisine, where simplicity meets innovation and every dish showcases the craftsmanship of seasonal, high-quality ingredients. The atmosphere is elegant yet relaxed, encouraging guests to savour both flavours and the moment itself.

La Veranda brings a Montenegrin steakhouse concept to life, celebrating the richness of local produce and the bold, authentic flavours of expertly prepared meats. Dining here feels indulgent yet relaxed, where the warmth of the grill meets convivial gatherings and long lunches effortlessly linger into afternoons.

Tapasake introduces vibrant, contemporary energy, blending Japanese precision with Mediterranean influences. Set against the backdrop of the sea, bold flavours meet refined techniques, and fresh coastal ingredients are reimagined through a modern fusion lens. The atmosphere flows effortlessly from day to night, offering a dynamic yet elegant experience. Every dining moment is deeply connected to place. Seasonal inspiration, local produce, and authenticity ensure that each meal feels grounded and exceptional, whether an intimate dinner for two or a lively gathering with friends.

Set against the backdrop of the sea, bold flavours meet refined techniques, and fresh coastal ingredients are reimagined through a modern fusion lens. The atmosphere flows effortlessly from day to night, offering a dynamic yet elegant experience. Every dining moment is deeply connected to place. Seasonal inspiration, local produce, and authenticity ensure that each meal feels grounded and exceptional, whether an intimate dinner for two or a lively gathering with friends.

CHENOT ESPACE

Beyond gastronomy, One&Only Portonovi is a sanctuary for wellbeing. At its heart lies Chenot Espace, a world-renowned wellness concept dedicated to health, longevity, and holistic transformation.

Chenot combines science-led wellness with personalised treatments designed to restore balance and vitality. Guests are guided through immersive journeys that address both body and mind, from detoxifying therapies to nutritional guidance, all within a serene environment that fosters deep restoration.

Nearby towns and landscapes reveal the region’s timeless charm, from ancient stone villages to winding coastal roads, inviting discovery at every turn.

And yet, it is often the simplest moments that leave the strongest impressions: a quiet walk along the marina at dusk, the gentle rhythm of the sea, or conversations that linger under a star-filled sky.

Chenot combines science-led wellness with personalised treatments designed to restore balance and vitality. Guests are guided through immersive journeys that address both body and mind, from detoxifying therapies to nutritional guidance, all within a serene environment that fosters deep restoration.

For those seeking activity, the resort offers a variety of experiences, from water sports along the Adriatic coast to curated excursions exploring Montenegro’s cultural and natural richness.

Time slows at One&Only Portonovi. The outside world fades, and life becomes measured by sensations—the warmth of the sun, the taste of a perfectly prepared dish, the comfort of a beautifully designed space.

Long after you have gone, a part of you remains, somewhere between the mountains and the sea, where summer feels endless.

And yet, it is often the simplest moments that leave the strongest impressions: a quiet walk along the marina at dusk, the gentle rhythm of the sea, or conversations that linger under a star-filled sky. Time slows at One&Only Portonovi. The outside world fades, and life becomes measured by sensations— the warmth of the sun, the taste of a perfectly prepared dish, the comfort of a beautifully designed space.

Where Business Slows Down to Matter: Meneghetti’s Quiet Authority

As a member of Relais & Châteaux, Virtuoso, and Fine Hotels & Resorts, and a recipient of the Michelin Key, Meneghetti operates at a level recognised by the most demanding global travellers. These distinctions are not decorative.

There are places designed for meetings. And then there are places where decisions take shape. Set within a private estate surrounded by vineyards and centuries-old olive groves, Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery 5* offers a distinctly different setting for business. Removed from urbandistraction and immersed in nature, it creates conditions where focus sharpens, conversations flow more naturally, and ideas develop with greater clarity.

As a member of Relais & Châteaux, Virtuoso, and Fine Hotels & Resorts, and a recipient of the Michelin Key, Meneghetti operates at a level recognised by the most demanding global travellers. These distinctions are not decorative. They reflect a consistent standard across service, gastronomy, and overall experience.

While widely known for refined weddings and private celebrations, the estate has become increasingly relevant for business gatherings. Smaller executive retreats, strategy sessions, and larger corporate events all benefit from the same principle. Environment influences outcome. At Meneghetti, business unfolds in a setting that encourages presence, discretion, and a more productive rhythm of interaction.

THE END OF THE BALLROOM ERA

The conventional format of business events is becoming increasingly interchangeable. Standard venues, fixed agendas, predictable out-

comes. Meneghetti offers a more considered alternative. Rather than centring around a single conference hall, the estate unfolds through a collection of distinct settings, each with its own atmosphere and purpose. Meetings can take place in the winery’s VIP tasting room, set between barrique cellars and wine archives, or in the more relaxed setting of the Wine Lounge. For those highly curated gatherings, the Oliveto Restaurant, positioned among the vineyards, as well as the main Meneghetti Restaurant, provide immersive and discreet environments.

Larger formats find their natural home in the Garden Pavilion, while outdoor spaces across the estate open further possibilities for informal discussions or evening events. From intimate board meetings to expansive corporate gatherings, each setting adapts seamlessly to the needs and rhythm of the group.

The Garden Pavilion, accommodating up to 250 guests, provides a refined focal point for conferences, presentations, or celebrations. Yet it remains only one part of a wider composition.

With the possibility of full estate buyouts, Meneghetti becomes a private stage. One that allows companies to host meetings, conferences, dinners, or celebratory events with complete control over both environment and experience.

Meetings can take place in the winery’s VIP tasting room, set between barrique cellars and wine archives, or in the more relaxed setting of the Wine Lounge. For those highly curated gatherings, the Oliveto Restaurant, positioned among the vineyards, as well as the main Meneghetti Restaurant, provide immersive and discreet environments.

EXPERIENCES THAT CREATE ALIGNMENT

A wellness and spa area introduces moments of pause, while the nearby beach club offers a shift in setting without disrupting the overall flow.

At Meneghetti, team activities are not treated as add-ons, but as integral to the overall narrative. Programmes are curated with a strong sense of place. Seasonal incentive experiences such as grape harvests or olive picking offer a tangible connection to the estate’s rhythm. Wine and olive oil tastings are led with precision, reflecting the same attention to detail found in the winery itself.

Beyond the estate, a wider range of activities can be seamlessly arranged. From tennis and cycling through the Istrian countryside to golf driving range and tailored destination experiences, each element is designed to feel purposeful rather than performative. Arrivals and departures are handled with equal care. Private transfers, including helicopter access, ensure that even logistics align with the overall experience.

The outcome is subtle but significant. Teams engage more naturally, without the need for artificial structure.

CURATED EXPERIENCES

Business at Meneghetti inevitably finds its way to the table. Rooted in a zero-kilometre philosophy, the cuisine draws on seasonal ingredients, many sourced from the estate itself, and is paired with Meneghetti’s own wines. Dining becomes a natural extension of the

programme, where conversations deepen and connections continue beyond the agenda.Discretion underpins the entire experience. Accommodation ranges from rooms and suites to private villas and residences, allowing groups to balance shared time with privacy, regardless of scale.

A wellness and spa area introduces moments of pause, while the nearby beach club offers a shift in setting without disrupting the overall flow. The result is a seamless environment where business, relaxation, and informal interaction coexist with ease.

THE LUXURY OF RELEVANCE

What distinguishes Meneghetti is not any single feature, but the coherence of the whole. Every element, from its winery and gastronomy to its event spaces and curated experiences, contributes to an environment where business feels unforced and effective. It is equally suited to focused leadership meetings, incentive trips, or larger corporate events, always shaped around the specific needs of the group.

Meneghetti is not designed for volume. It is chosen for occasions that carry intent. Because when the setting is right, everything that follows tends to fall into place.

Meneghetti. The art of Istrian elegance.

T: +385 52 528 800

E: events@meneghetti.hr

W: www.meneghetti.hr

Business at Meneghetti inevitably finds its way to the table. Rooted in a zero-kilometre philosophy, the cuisine draws on seasonal ingredients, many sourced from the estate itself, and is paired with Meneghetti’s own wines. Dining becomes a natural extension of the programme, where conversations deepen and connections continue beyond the agenda.

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Villa Nai 3.3 offers five deluxe rooms and three suites, each individually designed with spacious private terraces opening onto a serene olive grove and a seawater pool, in an adults-only setting of complete privacy. As the only Croatian hotel with 3 Michelin Keys, it represents the very pinnacle of luxury hospitality in the country. Rooted in its surroundings, the property cultivates its own organic produce, inviting guests to experience menus crafted from certified ingredients: olive oil, fresh fish, meats, vegetables, and seasonal fruits, many sourced directly from its estate. Its signature olive oil, Nai 3.3, is the highest ranked Croatian olive oil on EVOO WR, further elevating the gastronomic experience. Set in the village of Žman on Dugi Otok, just off the coast of Zadar, the hotel is surrounded by national and nature parks, offering an untouched yet refined escape where nature, gastronomy, and design come together in one of the Adriatic’s most discreet and authentic destinations.

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At the entrance to Boka Bay, where the Adriatic narrows into one of Europe's most dramatic fjord-like inlets, sits Mamula Island by Banyan Tree, a meticulously renovated 19th-century fort.

Between Sky and Sea: Mamula Island by Banyan Tree

AEvery morning begins the same way here: with the sea. All 32 rooms and suites offer that endless blue horizon, the rhythmic pulse of waves against stone, the salt air that fills every space. No two stays are the same. Arches and curves echo the fort's architecture.

t the entrance to Boka Bay, where the Adriatic narrows into one of Europe's most dramatic fjord-like inlets, sits Mamula Island by Banyan Tree, a meticulously renovated 19th-century fort. A hidden gem amongst the Adriatic's alluring pearls. A one-of-a-kind sanctuary where everything is designed to give you time to rest, move, share, and breathe.

THE BLUE HORIZON

Every morning begins the same way here: with the sea. All 32 rooms and suites offer that endless blue horizon, the rhythmic pulse of waves against stone, the salt air that fills every space. No two stays are the same. Arches and curves echo the fort's architecture. Colours and materials in natural palettes of sand, wood, and weathered stone settle the senses. This is luxury stripped to its essence. Just you, the Adriatic, and the elemental satisfaction of waking to something this beautiful.

A TABLE BY THE SEA

Dining is an act of presence—to place, to season, and to each other. Mediterranean and international flavours meet the richness of local harvests. From leisurely lunches to elegant candlelit dinners, each setting offers a different mood. Dine al fresco as twilight settles. Share small plates and laughter while the Adriatic laps in the background. Later, retreat to the speakeasy, where firelight flickers and signature cocktails bring the evening to a close.

RESTORE AT BANYAN TREE SPA

Wellbeing here is elemental. Drawing on Asian wisdom and our eight pillars of wellbeing, therapies designed to restore calm and clarity are delivered by practitioners trained at the Banyan Tree Academy. A flotation chamber for complete sensory reset. Morning yoga as the sun climbs. A gym for those who find peace in movement, a sauna for those who find it in stillness.

This summer, go deeper. Special wellbeing retreats in partnership with Manduka transform practice into pilgrimage. The first unfolds 21st May with Nicole Marty. Next follows in August with Florence Pierce. Multi-day immersions where movement, breath, and the Adriatic converge.

BEYOND THE ISLAND

Montenegro rewards curiosity. Private speedboats whisk you to Perast, where baroque palaces face two mystical islets, or to UNESCO-protected Kotor, revealing its medieval heart through stone alleyways and ancient walls. For food lovers, the Luštica Peninsula's hidden farms serve olive oils and cheeses that define Montenegrin terroir. Lovćen National Park climbs toward the mausoleum of Njegoš, where the view stretches forever. Lake Skadar, teeming with rare birds, offers a different kind of beauty: wild, untamed, impossibly serene.

Mamula has already collected accolades. From Condé Nast Traveler's Best New Hotels list to AHEAD Awards' Best Suite. But the real achievement is harder to quantify: creating a place where doing nothing feels like doing everything. Where disconnection becomes the ultimate connection.

Colours and materials in natural palettes of sand, wood, and weathered stone settle the senses. This is luxury stripped to its essence. Just you, the Adriatic, and the elemental satisfaction of waking to something this beautiful.

Mamula has already collected accolades.

From Condé Nast Traveler's Best New Hotels list to AHEAD Awards' Best Suite. But the real achievement is harder to quantify: creating a place where doing nothing feels like doing everything. Where disconnection becomes the ultimate connection.

Wellbeing here is elemental. Drawing on Asian wisdom and our eight pillars of wellbeing, therapies designed to restore calm and clarity are delivered by practitioners trained at the Banyan Tree Academy. A flotation chamber for complete sensory reset. Morning yoga as the sun climbs.

A Place You’ll Always

Return To

Centrale Luštica Bay by Angsana

IS A NEW 5-STAR BOUTIQUE HOTEL SET ALONG THE CENTRALE PIAZZA. A NEW URBAN CORNER FOR THE COMMUNITY THAT WEAVES IN ITS PAST TO BUILD CONNECTIONS FOR THE FUTURE.

At the heart of the hotel lies Centrale Brasserie

A relaxed gathering point for locals, travellers, and residents. Here, the kitchen reinterprets Montenegrin flavours through a subtle international lens, resulting in a menu that feels both familiar and wonderfully new. The emphasis is on seasonal produce, balanced flavours, and a dining experience that feels as natural and unforced as the landscape outside.

Centrale Piazza, the beating heart of Lustica Bay, was beginning to take shape and, at the centre of this new town square, one building stood apart. Not for its size, but for its potential. Once part of former military barracks, the building’s clean lines and mirrored-steel accents caught the eye of Samih Sawiris, the founder of Luštica Bay. In those details he saw a place that would anchor the community while honouring the site’s past.

And so, together with Paris-based Simon Drotter, in his capacity as Creative Director on behalf of the investitor, and Montenegrin architectural studio NRA Atelier, the vision for Centrale Lustica Bay by Angsana hotel was created: a space where hospitality would feel effortless, design would be intentional but discreet, and every detail would reflect its surroundings with quiet confidence.

Centrale Lustica Bay by Angsana champions a different kind of luxury: one born from simplicity, comfort, and an undeniable connection to place. Its architecture - clean and modernskillfully weaves in local textures, ensuring it feels inherently grounded in its environment. Every space is meticulously considered, and the welcome you'll find, is genuinely warm.

Step inside any of the 27 rooms and suites and you're met with an immediate sense of calm. Interiors are a study in understated warmth: soft fabrics, natural wood, muted metals, and thoughtfully curated local art. This is a place where comfort reigns supreme, but never at the expense of style.

At the heart of the hotel lies Centrale Brasserie, a relaxed gathering point for locals, trav-

ellers, and residents. Here, the kitchen reinterprets Montenegrin flavours through a subtle international lens, resulting in a menu that feels both familiar and wonderfully new.

The emphasis is on seasonal produce, balanced flavours, and a dining experience that feels as natural and unforced as the landscape outside.

For moments of rejuvenation, the hotel’s intimate Angsana SPA corner features a herbal sauna, steam room, and dedicated treatment room. The focus here is to restore balance rather than overwhelming the senses. Each treatment is a quiet, considered invitation to slow down, promising to leave you feeling refreshed and at ease.

That invitation continues outside: the hotel’s privileged position, sitting between the Adriatic and the verdant hillside, summons you to move and discover. Sea-swims in the morning, tennis in the afternoon, golf as the sun sets. For a slower pace, Kotor’s nearby old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers quiet streets, shaded courtyards, and centuries of history best explored without a plan.

Centrale Lustica Bay by Angsana champions a different kind of luxury: one born from simplicity, comfort, and an undeniable connection to place. Its architecture - clean and modern - skillfully weaves in local textures, ensuring it feels inherently grounded in its environment. Every space is meticulously considered, and the welcome, you'll find, is genuinely warm. Step inside any of the 27 rooms and suites and you're met with an immediate sense of calm. Interiors are a study in understated warmth: soft fabrics, natural wood, muted metals, and thoughtfully curated local art. This is a place where comfort reigns supreme, but never at the expense of style.

GOLF ADRIATIC | PGA NATIONAL CROATIA, A JOURNEY OF SENSES ALL YEAR ROUND

The Golf course Adriatic was opened in 2009 as a part of the first Croatian five-star luxury coastal golf and spa resort. Located near Savudrija, in the Umag countryside of north-western Istria, the golf course is currently the only golf course on the beautiful Istrian peninsula.

Considering the golf course is situated by the sea, the wind can play a significant role, along with strategically placed bunkers and skilfully crafted greens. The course is literally blended into the landscape, lying between rocks, natural ponds and evergreen vegetation, which is typical for the Mediterranean region. On every hole, there are 5 Tee-off positions, and with each hole features unique scenery and landscapes that are reflected in their descriptive names like Vineyard, Seaview, Olive tree, Romanic Church ...

This Championship 6,360-metre-long golf course set on 80 hectares with 18 holes and par 72 is characterised by an interesting layout and hole shape, making it challenging for players of all skill levels. The course Golf Adriatic | PGA National Croatia, which is located only a few minutes away from Petram Resort & Residences, was designed by DI Diethard Fahrenleitner and DI Barbara Eisserer, who were assigned the Austrian “Golf Art Landscape” award.

PETRAM RESORT & RESIDENCES –

OWN THE ADRIATIC AT ITS FINEST

Luxury is not just space; it’s serenity, elegance, and timeless experiences

Set above Savudrija with sweeping views of Piran Bay, Petram Resort & Residences is a refined coastal address where privacy, contemporary design, and effortless living come together. The resort offers a curated selection of luxury villas, apartments, and flats, with its most exclusive villas featuring rooftop infinity pools and expansive outdoor spaces.

Fully finished and elegantly designed, each residence blends open-plan interiors with terraces and gardens, creating a seamless connection to the Adriatic landscape. Life at Petram is enriched by white-glove services, concierge support, wellness and spa facilities, fine dining, and 24/7 security. At its heart lies Europe’s longest rooftop infinity pool, stretching 105 meters with uninterrupted sea views. Owners enjoy a carefree lifestyle with full property management, as well as the option to join a professionally operated Rental Pool Program.

Located in Istria—often called the Croatian Tuscany—Petram offers not just a residence, but a home within one of the Mediterranean’s most authentic and sought-after regions. Nestled just minutes from Golf Adriatic | PGA National Croatia, the resort seamlessly brings together world-class sporting excellence and relaxed Mediterranean living, appealing equally to dedicated athletes and recreational players alike.

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Impressive Croatian Hotels

There are few countries that can provide you with unforgettable authentic experiences throughout the year. Croatia is a country that offers just that. The clear blue sea, green pine forests and fragrant vineyards, beautiful pristine nature, picturesque views, and centuries-old palaces and summer houses are timeless, enriching experiences. These are places where you achieve the balance of mind and body, while traces of a thousand-year history invite exploration.

Impresia is a collection of impressive Croatian hotels, a collection of tastes, sounds, scents amazing in feeling. The collection of memories filling the minds and hearts with the exquisite glory. These boutique hotels are located in city palaces, vineyards, olive groves, castles or in UNESCO protected historical city centres. Their luxury is woven into their foundations and architecture, and each of them is a unique expression of a destination, creating a distinct identity.

Look at the versatility of one thousand islands embellishing Croatia. Feel the difference between the inland and the coast. Taste the sumptuous richness of food of these gastronomic gems. Feel the authenticity in Croatia in our distinct destinations handpicked for your happiness.

Come, see, discover Croatia and see what Croatia discovers about you. Elevate your stay at Impresia Hotels with Visa. Impresia Hotels welcome Visa Gold, Visa Platinum and Visa Infinite cardholders with a variety of benefits that differ from hotel to hotel. Benefits can include early check-in / late check-out (if available), upgrade upon arrival (if available), welcome drink, free parking, complimentary bottle of wine or fruit basket.

In the next three editions of The Collection magazine, we will present the members of Impresia through their cuisine and gastronomic experiences—an element we believe is truly unique and an essential part of every stay. In this edition, we open the doors of the kitchen to five remarkable hotels: Bevanda Hotel & Restaurant, Emotheo Heritage Hotel, Lešić Dimitri Palace, The Pucić Palace, and San Rocco Heritage Hotel, each offering a distinct culinary story that reflects the soul of its destination. www.impresiacroatia.com

Lesic Dimitri Palace

Don Pavla Poše 1-6, Korčula, Croatia reservations@ldpalace.com

+385 20 715 560 www.ldpalace.com

AUTHENTICITY VS. MODERN TRENDS

Authenticity is something we achieve through the emotion we put into creating new dishes for our guests. It’s shaped by the freshness of the ingredients, the season, and the techniques we choose to apply. Trends can serve as a reference point, but the Mediterranean spirit and the history of Korčula are an endless source of inspiration — a trend that never goes out of style.

THE ROLE OF LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Dalmatia as a region — and especially the islands — still preserves a rare sense of authenticity and purity in its ingredients. From wild foraged plants like samphire, wild fennel and arbutus, to aromatic herbs, wild fish, shellfish and crustaceans, the landscape offers an extraordinary palette. Working with this small, hidden corner of “our universe” is a true privilege, and it’s a joy to share it with our guests.

MEMORY AND EMOTION THROUGH FOOD

One dish has been part of our menu for years and has truly become the signature of our restaurant — the “Mediterranean Gyoza.” It represents the essence of our philosophy: complete respect for the ingredient, maximum use of its potential, and a flavour profile that guests instantly fall in love with. It showcases refined technique, but in a way that feels warm, approachable and deeply connected to our region.

TRADITION REINTERPRETED

This year we reimagined Brodetto, a classic Mediterranean dish, by completely shifting its traditional philosophy. We created a cold, summer interpretation that draws on the same ingredients, yet transforms them into something unexpectedly fresh, bright and aperitif-like. It delivers a clean, vibrant flavour that opens the palate and sets the perfect introduction to this year’s tasting menu.

Bevanda Hotel & Restaurant

Zert 8, Opatija, Croatia bevanda@bevanda.hr +38551493888 www.bevanda.hr

AUTHENTICITY VS. MODERN TRENDS

At Bevanda, authenticity is not something we preserve as a relic, it is rather the foundation of everything we create. The cuisine of Kvarner has a very clear identity, rooted in the purity of Adriatic seafood and strong seasonality, and that is never compromised. My approach comes through technique, precision, and presentation rather than blending identities without purpose. Global influences are present, but always filtered through our own terroir, so the guest understands exactly where they are, while still experiencing something refined and current.

THE ROLE OF LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Bevanda's cuisine is rooted in the diversity of the Kvarner region, where the sea and hinterland meet in a unique dialogue of flavors. We work closely with local fishermen for daily catch including Kvarner langoustine, Adriatic fish, and shellfish, but also sourcing seasonal produce, herbs, and olive oil from nearby producers. These ingredients are not just components; they are the essence of our identity. By working with local ingredients, we present not just a dish, but the destination itself, showcasing Kvarner as a region through every element on the plate. Each component is thoughtfully composed so that, together, they tell a cohesive story of place, origin, and identity.

MEMORY AND EMOTION THROUGH FOOD

For us, memory and emotion are not created by food alone, but through the entire experience, from the first welcome to the final impression. It is a combination of atmosphere, attentive service, and thoughtful wine pairings that elevates each dish into something more meaningful. Kvarner langoustine plays a central role in that story, whether prepared in the traditional ‘buzara’-style or interpreted through our signature creamy langoustine risotto. Our risotto, just like Bevanda itself, has a long tradition and is an important part of our identity. Together, these elements evoke not only the purity of the Adriatic, but also a sense of familiarity, heritage, and belonging that stays with our guests long after the experience.

TRADITION REINTERPRETED

Our approach to tradition is based on understanding its foundations rather than replicating it literally. A good example is our reinterpretation of classic Adriatic seafood dishes, where we preserve the core flavors and techniques but refine them through modern culinary methods. The balance lies in restraint, knowing when to innovate and when to step back. We aim to honor the authenticity of the original while giving it a contemporary expression that aligns with our philosophy.

Emotheo Heritage Hotel

Ulica Ante Starčevića 20, Imotski, Croatia contact@emotheo.hr +385 21 333 337 www.emotheo.hr

AUTHENTICITY VS. MODERN EXPRESSION

In Imotski, authenticity is not something that needs to be defined — it is part of everyday life. At Emotheo Heritage Hotel and Tri Sunca Restaurant & Bar, this authenticity becomes the foundation of our cuisine. Tradition is not treated as something static, but as a direction that guides us. Modern techniques are present, but never dominant. They serve to refine and bring clarity to flavours that already exist, without distancing them from their origin. The goal is not to follow trends, but to create a cuisine that feels honest, grounded, and relevant.

THE ROLE OF LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Our approach begins with the landscape. Imotski is a region of strong character, reflected in its ingredients — from robust meats and dairy products to wild greens and seasonal produce.

We work closely with local producers, ensuring that each ingredient carries a clear sense of place. These are not just components of a dish, but expressions of the region itself. By keeping the journey from field to table short, we preserve both quality and identity.

MEMORY

AND EMOTION THROUGH FOOD

Food, for me, is about creating a sense of recognition. At Emotheo, this often comes through dishes that require time and patience, such as pašticada, prepared over several days and served with homemade gnocchi. At Tri Sunca, the experience is more immediate, with flavours that feel familiar yet subtly reinterpreted.

In both spaces, the intention is the same: to create an emotional connection. Even for guests discovering Imotski for the first time, there is a moment where something feels known — and that feeling becomes the lasting memory.

TRADITION REINTERPRETED

Our approach to tradition is based on understanding rather than reinvention.

Some dishes remain close to their original form, while others are refined through technique and presentation. The balance lies in knowing what to preserve and what to evolve. Because true reinterpretation is not about changing identity, but about expressing it more clearly.

In the end, our cuisine is not about where it wants to go — but about staying true to where it comes from.

San Rocco Heritage Hotel

Srednja Ul. 2, Brtonigla, Croatia

info@san-rocco.hr

+385 52 725 000 www.san-rocco.hr

AUTHENTICITY VS. MODERN TRENDS

In a time when global culinary trends often blend techniques and flavours from around the world, how do you preserve the authentic identity of your region’s cuisine while still keeping your menu contemporary and exciting. Today, the real risk is not losing techniques, but losing the meaning. For me, authenticity is not about repeating the past, but about deeply understanding the territory and allowing it to guide every choice. Contemporary techniques are tools, not protagonists. We use them to refine, to bring clarity to flavour, but never to disguise it. Istria has a very clear voice — shaped by land, sea, and seasonality — and our role is to make it more precise, not transform it into something else.

THE ROLE OF LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Croatia offers an extraordinary diversity of ingredients, from the Adriatic coast to the inland regions.

Istria offers a rare balance between sea and inland landscapes, and this duality is our greatest strength. There are ingredients that, to me, tell the whole story: Istrian truffle, with its almost wild intensity extra virgin olive oil, a true liquid identity and one of the best in the world wild herbs, carrying the scent of the landscape As chefs, our job is not to complicate these elements, but to create relationships between them. When I design a dish, I think more in terms of a story than a recipe — an encounter between sea and land, between rural memory and contemporary sensitivity.

MEMORY AND EMOTION THROUGH FOOD

Impressia Collection is about creating memorable experiences. If I had to choose one dish that truly represents the soul of the place, it wouldn’t necessarily be the most complex, but the most emotional. For me, it’s a dish that recalls traditional Istrian home cooking — something that evokes Sundays, family, and warmth — yet reinterpreted with lightness and precision. When a guest tastes it, I want something very simple yet powerful to happen: even if it’s their first time in Istria, they should feel like they recognize something. Memory is not only personal, it’s also universal. And when cuisine truly works, it creates exactly that bridge. If I had to choose a single dish from our menu that started from a traditional idea and evolved into a refined, signature expression of our cuisine, I would say our “Cuttlefish Cappuccino with potatoes and white truffle.”

TRADITION REINTERPRETED

Many traditional recipes carry generations of history. Traditional recipes are not untouchable, but neither are they meant to be disrupted. They are a dialogue.

In my kitchen, I always start from the most authentic version of a dish — the one rooted in Istrian homes and family traditions — and then I ask myself: what can I remove? what can I make more essential?

I never aim to modernize for the sake of it.

Instead, I try to clarify the flavour, to make it more readable. Respect for tradition lies in preserving its core.

Creativity lies in how you allow that core to emerge today, for a contemporary guest.

The Pucic Palace

Ulica od Puča 1, Dubrovnik, Croatia +385 20 326 222 reservations@thepucicpalace.com www.thepucicpalace.com

AUTHENTICITY VS. MODERN TRENDS

The Palace is not separate from Dubrovnik; it is part of its history, its rhythm, its daily life. What makes our position so unique is that we are not hidden away. We are in the very heart of the Old Town, facing Gundulićeva Poljana, where every morning the city comes alive through its market. That immediacy keeps us grounded. We don’t see authenticity and modernity as opposites. Authenticity is our foundation; it comes from the ingredients, the memories, and the culture of Dubrovnik. Modern techniques simply allow us to express that foundation with more precision and elegance. In a setting like this, luxury is not about excess. It is about clarity, restraint, and respect for where we are.

THE ROLE OF LOCAL INGREDIENTS

Almost every morning, we walk through Gundulićeva poljana. It’s not a ritual for a show, it’s where our menus begin. Farmers from Konavle, fishermen from the Adriatic, small producers who have been coming here for generations, they define what we cook. This is something very rare in luxury hospitality: to have your “front yard” be a living, breathing market. At Restaurant Lucijan, we translate that energy directly onto the plate, dishes that feel spontaneous, seasonal, and connected to the day. At Restaurant Magdalena, we take those same ingredients and treat them with a more refined,

almost quiet approach; allowing each element to express itself with precision. The ingredients themselves tell the story: the salt of the Adriatic, the sweetness of sun-ripened vegetables, the intensity of wild herbs... Our role is simply to listen and not interfere too much.

MEMORY AND EMOTION THROUGH FOOD

What we've come to realize is that guests don’t remember complexity, they remember how a place made them feel.

Dining at Restaurant Magdalena, on a terrace above the rooftops, surrounded by olive trees and Mediterranean herbs, creates a completely different emotion than sitting at Restaurant Lucijan, immersed in the life of the square.

The same ingredient, a fresh Adriatic fish, simply prepared can tell two different stories depending on where and how it is experienced. For us, the most powerful dishes are the simplest ones. When the flavors are honest, and the setting is authentic, something happens naturally: guests connect the taste with the place. And that is what they take home with them a memory of The Palace, not just a meal.

TRADITION REINTERPRETED

In a palace like this, tradition carries weight. You feel it in the stone, in the atmosphere, in the expectations of the guests. One dish that we hold very close is rožata. It’s humble, familiar, and deeply Dubrovnik. But that’s exactly why it deserves care. At Lucijan, we keep it very close to what it has always been, because sometimes authenticity is about not changing anything. At Magdalena, we reinterpret it more subtly, lighter, more refined, but never unrecognizable.

That balance is everything to me. We're not interested in reinventing tradition for the sake of it. My goal is to understand it deeply enough that any change feels natural; almost invisible.

Because in a place like The Pucić Palace, the cuisine should feel like it has always belonged here, even when it is new.

LIVE THE AURA WAY OF LIFE AT PORTO MONTENEGRO AN EXCLUSIVE POOL & RESTAURANT ON THE ADRIATIC, WHERE REFINED STYLE MEETS

WHERE SUMMER FINDS ITS RHYTHM

As the early summer sun begins to kiss the shores of Porto Montenegro, AURA Beach & Restaurant returns on 1 May 2026, unveiling a new season of elevated seaside living where wellness, indulgence, and world-class music unfold from morning to moonlight.

Days at AURA begin gently with Wellness Mornings, twice-weekly yoga and Pilates sessions by the pool, where movement flows against a backdrop of Adriatic blue and Montenegro’s dramatic mountain silhouettes. These open-air rituals bring a slower start to the day, focused on movement, balance, and resetting before the beach club comes to life.

By midday, the pace shifts to chilled rosé, champagne, long Mediterranean lunches, and easy hours around AURA’s iconic infinity pool.

As the light turns golden, resident DJs begin to set the tone, carrying guests from poolside ease into AURA’s unmistakable social energy. From Monday to Thursday, the Bar & Lounge hosts Sunset Sundowners, a weekday ritual of bar bites, cocktails, and preferred pours designed for unwinding after work, the AURA way.

At the heart of the season is AURA Stage, a curated music series unfolding across selected summer weekends, bringing an exclusive lineup of international DJs to the Montenegro coast. With seasondefining performances by globally celebrated names, AURA Stage transforms the shoreline into one of the Adriatic’s most coveted party destinations.

From exclusive restaurant offerings and Tasting Menu nights hosted by our culinary team and inspired by Mediterranean-Asian flavors, to AURA’s daily signature energy by the pool, summer at AURA is made to inspire. Join us in creating amazing experiences this season.

ESCAPE TO THE RHYTHM OF DESIRE

For those drawn to the allure of the unknown, D’LIRIO reveals the ultimate escapist dream. South American flavours dance to the rhythm of modern culinary and mixology techniques. Spectacle and movement become the ingredients of a perpetual fiesta, transporting guests into a dreamlike, faraway place. Here, every visitor is invited to revel in wild, unexpected excess.

When the sun sets, D’LIRIO begins. Welcome to a hidden afterdark escape, where dining, performance, and music move as one in the heart of Porto Montenegro.

Inside, the atmosphere is immediate: low light, rich textures, and a sense of anticipation. The menu draws on Latin American flavours, from bold fire-led dishes to vibrant bar bites and tapas, paired with cocktails crafted with passion and flair.

As the night deepens, the energy builds. Dinner gives way to drinks, drinks to movement. Performers appear, rhythms intensify, and the room comes alive.

From mid-June, the full entertainment program sets the tone for the season, with DJs, live acts, electrifying dancers, and immersive shows at the centre of the experience.

Weekly concepts, from Ladies’ Nights on Wednesdays, created to celebrate the ones who run the world, to Gentlemen’s Nights on Thursdays, defined by fine cigars and premium spirits, bring a distinct character to each evening.

A best-kept secret tucked behind closed doors, D’LIRIO is a world of wild elegance and Latin mystique, where whispers promise an unforgettable event, every time.

Breathtaking views of Sveti Stefan, stunning sunsets and delicious cuisine will leave no one indifferent

Muse Restaurant Delights All Your Senses

SUNSET MAGIC AT MUSE RESTAURANT

Have you experienced the allure of one of the most beautiful spots in Montenegro, where couples come to watch the sunset over the Adriatic Sea accompanied by live music and enjoy authentic Mediterranean cuisine?

Muse Restaurant & Bar is situated at the top of the luxurious Villa Geba Boutique Hotel, on the hillside of Sveti Stefan, descending to the beautiful pebble beaches with the clearest sea water and to the main attraction of Montenegro - Sveti Stefan Island.

Dining at panoramic Muse Restaurant & Bar is not only a gastronomic experience, but also an aesthetic one. The composition, the colors, the presentation and the manner of servingeverything, meticulously crafted down to the finest detail. The unique tastes and flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, complemented by an elegant interior by the renowned French designer Claudia Ravnbo, live music and a breathtaking

sea view will delight all the senses.

Although it can be challenging to reserve a table for dinner, all it takes is a simple desire to enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the restaurant’s shaded terrace overlooking the sea. The breakfast menu is extremely varied and is served à la carte – meaning each dish is freshly prepared especially for the guest and served immediately, at the perfect temperature. There is something to suit everyone’s taste here: toast with avocado and salmon, homemade granola with fresh fruit or crispy French pastries.

As the restaurant is just an hour’s drive from Podgorica, it often welcomes high-profile business guests. The incredible atmosphere of harmony and tranquillity creates the perfect setting for important business lunches, whilst the staff will take care of parking, security, privacy and impeccable service.

Muse Restaurant & Bar is situated at the top of the luxurious Villa Geba Boutique Hotel, on the hillside of Sveti Stefan, descending to the beautiful pebble beaches with the clearest sea water and to the main attraction of Montenegro - Sveti Stefan Island.

A SECRET HIDEAWAY IN MONTENEGRO

Muse Restaurant & Bar is a part of the luxurious Villa Geba Boutique Hotel.

Over the past year, the restaurant has received several prestigious awards, including the title of ‘Best Hotel Restaurant in Montenegro’ from the World Culinary Awards, One MICHELIN Key, and the title of ‘Restaurant of the Year’ in Andrew Harper’s Editor’s Choice.

The Home of the Gods, the Villa Geba Boutique Hotel is named after Zeus’ daughter who welcomed the guests to his divine residence on Mount Olympus. The goddess of youth, Geba, entertained guests and treated them to nectar and ambrosia that bestowed eternal life. A friend of Aphrodite, Geba was also considered the patroness of brides and wedding ceremonies. A statue of the goddess, created by Spanish sculptor Roberto Manzano, adorns the hotel’s entrance.

This boutique hotel, featuring seven luxurious suites, launched in late 2019 under the management of a professional team from Courchevel, but only became fully operational in 2021. It is described as a true hidden gem of Montenegro, as it combines the seclusion of a private villa with the facilities of a five-star hotel.

The exquisite interiors have been lovingly created by renowned French designer Claudia Ravnbo. Each of the seven luxurious suites has its own unique style: rich dark shades, creamy white, modern oriental, luxurious loft, or minimalistic Mediterranean style.

In addition to the fine-dining restaurant, guests can visit a fully equipped SPA featuring a Jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, ice fountain and relaxation area. The spacious lounge, overlooking the garden and infinity pool and seemingly

floating above the coast, invites guests to relax after a busy day. The SPA’s specialists use French premium cosmetics by Terraké for signature treatments and massages.

Surrounded by rich local nature, guests can fully immerse themselves in the unique atmosphere of the Adriatic in the cosy setting of a small hotel — the first and only one in Montenegro to be included in the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH).

In addition to the fine-dining restaurant, guests can visit a fully equipped SPA featuring a Jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, ice fountain and relaxation area.

THE NEW EXECUTIVE CHEF

Villa Geba Boutique Hotel is constantly striving for excellence. This April, a new Executive Chef will be joining the hotel to head up the kitchen and the Muse Restaurant.

Nikola Vesić brings over 20 years of international experience in fine dining and luxury hospitality. Throughout his career, he has worked in major gastronomic capitals that set global restaurant trends such as London, Moscow and Dubai, as well as along the Adriatic coast. His professional background combines European classics with contemporary culinary trends, with a particular focus on Mediterranean cuisine.

From 1st of April, Nikola is launching a new spring menu featuring the freshest seasonal ingredients, seafood and local specialities, as well as an extensive wine list and spring cocktails. This season promises to be an exciting one, packed with news –Stay connected with our latest stories and seasonal inspirations by following @musesvetistefan or visiting us online at www.villageba.com.

Nikola Vesić brings over 20 years of international experience in fine dining and luxury hospitality. Throughout his career, he has worked in major gastronomic capitals that set global restaurant trends such as London, Moscow and Dubai, as well as along the Adriatic coast.

B-Restaurant

Sip. Savour. Repeat.

At InterContinental Ljubljana, B‑Restaurant redef ines contemporary Mediterranean dining through a ref ined expression of Slovenian identity and modern culinary artistry

Guided by Michelin Plate awarded chef Komnen Bakić, the menu highlights seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, brought to life with modern f inesse.

Inspired by the Carniolan bee, a symbol of Slovenian harmony and craftsmanship, this heritage shines through in the restaurant’s approach, from carefully selected regional ingredients to the artful use of carefully sourced honey.

Warm golden tones and a serene, ref ined atmosphere create a space where authenticity and luxury effortlessly come together.

WELLNESS ABOVE THE CLOUDS.

In the heart of the Dolomites, spring marks a time of renewal - when the hotel’s holistic wellness concept unfolds its full effect. Nine indoor and outdoor pools, nine saunas, spacious relaxation areas, and a light-filled panoramic fitness room create ideal conditions for mindful regeneration and lasting relaxation.

At the architectural heart of the spa experience is the floating wellness platform Sky Spa Heaven & Hell, whose spectacular design opens new perspectives - both onto the surrounding mountain landscape and inward toward oneself.

The 25-metre Sky Pool appears to hover above alpine meadows, where water, sky, and mountain peaks merge into a single horizon. A place where freedom becomes tangible, while remaining part of a harmonious overall concept.

Soothing warmth, gentle transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, and thoughtfully designed retreat areas define the spa world, complemented by selected treatments using alpine herbs that subtly harness the restorative power of nature.

The wellness experience is further enhanced by two exceptional natural retreat spaces: Alpenreych and Hubertus Park. Spanning around 7,000 square metres, these tranquil landscapes follow the rhythm of nature and offer space for slowing down, mindfulness, and conscious movement.

Throughout the year, the hotel also offers a diverse programme of guided indoor and outdoor activities. In both summer and winter, guests can join experiences such as guided hikes, yoga sessions, and mindful movement in nature - inviting them to explore the Dolomites actively while reconnecting with body and mind.

Culinarily, the nature-detox experience is completed in the hotel’s panoramic restaurant. The cuisine combines alpine lightness with refined flavours - rooted in regional traditions and inspired by the seasons.

As a sustainable family-run hotel, Hubertus embraces a responsible relationship with nature and resources - shaping a retreat where nature, well-being, and authenticity can be experienced in every moment.

TRAVEL & DESTINATIONS

Luštica Bay Montenegro’s Largest Development

Expands with Horizon Residences

Between the Adriatic Sea and Montenegro’s first championship golf course, Horizon at Luštica Bay offers Mediterranean elegance and visionary design - a rare opportunity in Europe’s rising luxury market.

A HISTORIC VANTAGE POINT REIMAGINED FOR MODERN LIVING

Horizon’s elevated position on the hillside creates an environment of privacy and panoramic vistas, with a profound connection to the peninsula’s storied past.

Overlooking Luštica Bay’s Marina Village, and perfectly positioned between the golf course’s second hole and the Adriatic Sea, the Horizon neighbourhood is the latest evolution of Montenegro’s premier coastal development. This private, residential enclave is thoughtfully expanding with a new collection of studios, apartments, and penthouses that embody the essence of refined Adriatic living, where ancient history, contemporary architecture, and unspoilt nature converge.

Developed by Luštica Development AD, a subsidiary of Swiss-based Orascom Development Holding, Luštica Bay has already attracted over 700 homeowner-families from more than 50 countries.

With €574 million invested to date, the town features: Montenegro’s forthcoming and first golf course - a Gary Player Signature 18-hole design; The Chedi Luštica Bay five-star hotel - awarded a MICHELIN Key - and hotel Centrale Luštica Bay by Angsana; a fully operational 115-berth marina; five beachess; and an increasingly sophisticated infrastructure that places Luštica Bay as one of the Mediterranean’s most compelling coastal communities.

Horizon’s elevated position on the hillside creates an environment of privacy and panoramic vistas, with a profound connection to the peninsula’s storied past.

Early construction uncovered the Radov Stone monument, a historic Illyrian vantage point where ancient communities gathered to navigate the Adriatic and await returning mariners. Today, Horizon honours this legacy by creating spaces where international residents can find perspective, reconnect with what matters, and establish roots in a tranquil coastal setting.

Horizon’s new residential release is developed in collaboration with internationally acclaimed firms EDSA and SB Architects, alongside renowned Montenegrin architectural partners. Ranging from studios to three-bedroom penthouses, each residence showcases authentic Mediterranean architecture through expansive glazing that dissolves interior boundaries, neutral palettes that amplify the region’s distinctive Adriatic light, and earthy tones drawn from locally sourced materials of the Luštica Peninsula.

The design philosophy is deliberate: to provide a sanctuary that doesn’t compete with the beauty of the Boka Bay vista, but brings it further to life. Low-slung furnishings orient towards sea-facing vantage points, while tactile finishes and minimalist interiors act as a quiet counterpoint to the intensity of the coastal blues that lie beyond.

ELEVATED OUTDOOR SPACES AND EXCLUSIVE AMENITIES

Looking out from a residence, the immediate foreground showcases the rugged topography of the Luštica Peninsula. This creates a textured contrast to the smooth, clean lines of Horizon’s contemporary architecture.

Exteriors are softened by green-hued shutters and arched porticos that lead onto generous private terraces. Select residences open directly onto private gardens, while cascading grounds and cypress-lined paths weave through the surrounding landscape. At night, subtle façade lighting layers each residence with a distinct and dramatic presence.

From these elevated spaces, residents gather beneath olive canopies for meals that linger long into Mediterranean nights, their conversations punctuated by stories of market mornings in the town centre and afternoons leaping playfully into the sea.

The exclusive Horizon Clubhouse anchors the neighbourhood’s social life with its lounge, infinity pool, state-of-the-art fitness centre and dedicated kids’ club. Residents also enjoy access to Luštica Bay’s beaches and priority services across the destination, with a convenient shuttle connecting Horizon to all dining, shopping, and leisure venues. Each residence includes secure underground parking with a 25-year lease. Preferential rates are available for yacht moorings in the marina and visits to The Chedi Luštica Bay, including its spa and restaurants.

While awaiting the completion of their residence, new homeowners receive a complimentary stay so they can begin writing their Luštica Bay story.

MONTENEGRO'S ASCENDING MARKET OFFERS COMPELLING INVESTMENT VALUE

Beyond its appealing Mediterranean lifestyle, Horizon represents an early entry point into a rapidly maturing market characterised by investor-friendly legislation, favourable tax structures, and consistent property appreciation that outpaces many established Mediterranean destinations.

Carved alongside the Adriatic’s open waters and the UNESCO-protected Boka Bay, Luštica Bay occupies 690 hectares on the Luštica Peninsula. Over 90% of the natural landscape is protected and free from development, a deliberate approach reflecting a commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable growth.

Around €1.6 billion will be invested into the town by 2033, making this the largest greenfield investment in Montenegro and one of the most significant in South-East Europe. When fully evolved, the town will be home to over 6,000 residents, 3,000 apartments, more than 300 luxury villas, seven hotels, two world-class marinas and an international school.

With €574 million invested to date, the town features: Montenegro’s forthcoming and first golf course - a Gary Player Signature 18-hole design; The Chedi Luštica Bay five-star hotel - awarded a MICHELIN Key - and hotel Centrale Luštica Bay by Angsana; a fully operational 115-berth marina; five beaches and three sea lounges; and an increasingly sophisticated infrastructure that places Luštica Bay as one of the Mediterranean’s most compelling coastal communities.

Select residences open directly onto private gardens, while cascading grounds and cypress-lined paths weave through the surrounding landscape. At night, subtle façade lighting layers each residence with a distinct and dramatic presence.

Three nearby international airports put Luštica Bay within a three-hour flight of most European capitals: Tivat airport is 12 kilometres away, Podgorica is 92 kilometres, and Dubrovnik in Croatia is 62 kilometres. Luštica Bay’s marina is easily accessible by sea, set along the Venice-Corfu cruising route and just a day’s sail from Croatia’s celebrated islands.

INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK DESIGNED FOR

INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

Horizon’s investment appeal is strengthened by Montenegro’s investor-centric tax environment. When purchasing directly from the developer, buyers are exempt from a transfer tax which ranges from 3% to 6% on the secondary market. Income tax is between 9% and 15%, capital gains tax stands at 15%, and there is no inheritance tax for immediate family members.

While comparable properties in established European markets command premium prices, Horizon offers an early opportunity to capitalise on Montenegro’s rapidly ascending luxury sector. Property values at Luštica Bay demonstrate a consistent year-on-year growth of 13%, with the upcoming championship golf course expected to elevate the destination’s international profile and bring additional capital appreciation.

A transparent and professionally managed purchase process is in place for international investors, underpinned by an interest-free payment plan over four to five years. The plan begins

with a 20% down payment, followed by 50% in quarterly instalments during construction, and the remaining 30% in quarterly post-handover payments. This allows new owners to occupy their residence and/or generate rental income through Luštica Bay’s professional Property Rental Service while still completing payments. Indeed, rental earnings can significantly cover quarterly instalments, taxes, and maintenance costs throughout the payment period.

ACCESS TO A SANCTUARY WRAPPED IN SALT AND SKY

Horizon at Luštica Bay establishes a new benchmark for premier Adriatic living. With residences starting from €426,500, and delivery scheduled for 2028, this thoughtfully expanding neighbourhood is dedicated to the enduring promise of freedom in nature, connection in community, and beauty in every sunrise. For international buyers seeking both a refined lifestyle and meaningful returns, Horizon represents Montenegro’s most compelling coastal opportunity. Where ancient vantage points meet contemporary vision, a deeper return on investment reveals itself: a life lived in the wild beauty of the here and now.

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Horizon at Luštica Bay establishes a new benchmark for premier Adriatic living. With residences starting from €426,500, and delivery scheduled for 2028, this thoughtfully expanding neighbourhood is dedicated to the enduring promise of freedom in nature, connection in community, and beauty in every sunrise.

Lopud 1483 A Journey Through Time, Exclusively Yours

The Franciscan Monastery of Our Lady of the Cave on the island of Lopud has today been transformed into a unique and refined retreat known as Lopud 1483—a place where history quietly frames a deeply contemporary experience of rest, reflection, and inspiration. Rather than functioning as a traditional private estate in the conventional sense, it offers something far more intimate: a private, immersive environment that blends heritage, art, nature, and hospitality into a single, harmonious whole.

high-quality materials—are integrated in a way that feels effortless, never competing with the historical character of the space.

Guests reach the island by boat, leaving behind the noise and speed of modern life. There are no cars on Lopud, no crowded streets, and no intrusive distractions.

Arriving at Lopud 1483 already sets the tone for what follows. Guests reach the island by boat, leaving behind the noise and speed of modern life. There are no cars on Lopud, no crowded streets, and no intrusive distractions. The approach to the monastery, rising above the sea on a rocky slope, feels almost ceremonial. It is not simply a check-in—it is an entry into another rhythm of living.

The accommodation itself reflects this philosophy. The monastery has been carefully adapted to include a small number of guest rooms, each one distinct, spacious, and thoughtfully designed. Rather than imposing modern luxury, the interiors respect the simplicity of the original structure. Stone walls, soft natural light, and carefully selected furnishings create a calm and grounded atmosphere. Contemporary design elements—clean lines, subtle textures, and

Each room (5 private suites) offers a sense of privacy and contemplation. Large windows open toward the Adriatic, allowing the sea and sky to become part of the interior experience. The absence of excessive decoration encourages stillness, making the rooms ideal for rest, reading, or quiet reflection. Comfort is present, but it is understated—this is luxury defined by space, silence, and authenticity rather than opulence.

Beyond the rooms, the monastery unfolds as a series of interconnected spaces that invite exploration. The cloister, once the heart of monastic life, now serves as a tranquil courtyard where guests can sit, walk, or simply observe the changing light throughout the day. The refectory and communal areas have been reimagined for shared experiences, including dining, conversations, and cultural gatherings. Meals are often prepared with a focus on local ingredients and seasonal simplicity, reinforcing the connection between place and nourishment.

One of the defining features of Lopud 1483 is its relationship with art. The monastery is not only a place to stay but also a living gallery. Carefully curated works from the Thyssen-Bornemisza collections are displayed throughout the property, alongside contemporary pieces. This creates a subtle but powerful dialogue between

past and present, allowing guests to encounter art in an intimate and personal way, rather than in the formal setting of a museum. Walking through the monastery becomes a cultural journey, where each room offers a new perspective or discovery.

Equally important is the connection to nature. The gardens surrounding the monastery have been thoughtfully restored and reimagined, drawing on the Franciscan tradition of healing and botanical knowledge. The Sacred Garden, in particular, offers a unique experience. Designed as a contemplative pathway with several stations, it encourages guests to slow down, engage their senses, and reconnect with the natural world. Fragrant herbs, Mediterranean plants, and the constant presence of the sea create an environment that is both calming and invigorating.

Guests are encouraged to move through the garden barefoot, to feel the ground, to breathe deeply, and to become aware of the subtle energies of the place. This approach reflects a broader philosophy of well-being that runs through the entire experience at Lopud 1483. Rather than following structured wellness programs or fixed schedules, the experience is shaped around personal moments of renewal - through silence, nature, and a mindful sense of presence, always tailored to each guest.

The fortress above the monastery adds another dimension to the stay. Once a place of defence, it now serves as a dramatic setting for cultural events such as concerts, film screenings, and performances. From its elevated position, guests can enjoy breathtaking views across the surrounding islands, the open sea, and distant horizons. These moments—watching the sunset, listening to music under the stars—become some of the most memorable aspects of the experience.

Each room (5 private suites) offers a sense of privacy and contemplation. Large windows open toward the Adriatic, allowing the sea and sky to become part of the interior experience. The absence of excessive decoration encourages stillness, making the rooms ideal for rest, reading, or quiet reflection. Comfort is present, but it is understated—this is luxury defined by space, silence, and authenticity rather than opulence.

What truly distinguishes Lopud 1483 is its sense of intentionality. Everything— from the architecture and design to the art and landscape—has been shaped with care and purpose.

There is no excess, no unnecessary distraction. Instead, there is a quiet coherence that allows guests to feel both grounded and inspired.

One of the defining features of Lopud 1483 is its relationship with art. The monastery is not only a place to stay but also a living gallery. Carefully curated works from the ThyssenBornemisza collections are displayed throughout the property, alongside contemporary pieces.

This makes the monastery particularly appealing for those seeking more than just a vacation. It attracts artists, thinkers, and individuals in search of clarity, creativity, or simply a deeper connection with themselves and their surroundings.

At the same time, the experience remains highly personal. With a limited number of guests, the atmosphere is never crowded. Service is attentive but discreet, allowing visitors to feel both cared for and completely free.

Whether one chooses to spend the day reading in a quiet corner, walking through the garden, swimming in the sea, or engaging in conversation, the pace is entirely self-directed.

In essence, Lopud 1483 redefines what a estate can be. It is not just a place to sleep but a place to experience—a space where history is present but not overwhelming, where luxury is subtle and meaningful, and where every element contributes to a sense of balance and harmony.

For those who visit, the stay often becomes more than a temporary escape. It becomes a journey—one that lingers long after departure, carried in memory as a rare encounter with beauty, stillness, and thoughtful design.

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The gardens surrounding the monastery have been thoughtfully restored and reimagined, drawing on the Franciscan tradition of healing and botanical knowledge. The Sacred Garden, in particular, offers a unique experience.

What truly distinguishes Lopud 1483 is its sense of intentionality. Everything from the architecture and design to the art and landscape has been shaped with care and purpose. There is no excess or unnecessary distraction. Instead, there is a quiet coherence that allows guests to feel both grounded and inspired.

WELCOME TO

On one of the most beautiful promenades along the Adriatic coast, overlooking superyachts and the magnificent Boka Bay, Bokka Modern invites you to enjoy outstanding service and exceptional cuisine in a setting that feels both refined and effortlessly welcoming.

Here, the flavours of Montenegro come to life where the richness of the Adriatic meets the strength of the mountains. Working with carefully selected local ingredients, organic vegetables from our own garden, and the freshest fish and seafood, the kitchen brings a contemporary expression to the culinary traditions of this remarkable region.

Each dish reflects the character of the surrounding land and sea that surround it - simple, honest, and full of flavour. Relax into the moment and allow the experience to unfold, just as it should.

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Shaping the Future: Tourism as the Engine of Albania’s Economic Rise

MR. BLENDI GONXHJA, THE MINISTER OF TOURISM, CULTURE AND SPORTS OF ALBANIA

Albania is evolving from a hidden gem into a premier Mediterranean destination. In this interview, we speak with Minister Blendi Gonxhja about the vision for high-value tourism, sustainability, and the milestones shaping Albania’s future as a leading regional hub. Read further to discover how the nation is transforming its global tourism appeal.

"We have moved beyond simply increasing visitor numbers and are now focused on attracting higher-value tourism that benefits the economy and local communities."

Q- Albania has seen remarkable growth in tourism in recent years. What are the key strategic policies your ministry has implemented that have driven this success — and how do you plan to sustain momentum in the coming years?

A. Mr Blendi Gonxhja: Albania’s tourism growth in recent years is the result of a clear and consistent strategy focused on infrastructure, international promotion, and improving the overall quality of the tourism offer. We have moved beyond simply increasing visitor numbers and are now focused on attracting higher-value tourism that benefits the economy and local communities.

A key driver has been investment in accessibility. The expansion of Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa has significantly increased connectivity with European markets, while major investments in road infrastructure have improved access across the country, making it easier for visitors to explore both coastal and inland destinations. At the same time, Albania is attracting international hotel brands, which are raising service standards and strengthening the country’s credibility as a tourism destination.

Promotion has also played a central role. We have increased Albania’s visibility in international media and strengthened our presence in major tourism fairs such as ITB Berlin and FITUR Madrid, helping position Albania as a unique and competitive destination in the Mediterranean.

Looking ahead, our priority is to sustain this growth responsibly by continuing investments in infrastructure and quality, while diversifying into areas such as cultural, nature, and sports tourism. The objective is to build a year-round tourism economy that creates long-term value and preserves Albania’s natural and cultural assets.

Q. Tirana International Airport has become a very dynamic hub, and there are plans for a new airport in the south. Could you outline how this airport developments will enhance international connectivity, regional access, and Albania’s competitive positioning in tourism?

A. The development of air connectivity is one of the strongest drivers of Albania’s tourism growth, and the results in 2025 clearly reflect this progress. Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa handled around 12.5 million passengers in 2025, confirming its position as the busiest airport in the Western Balkans and a rapidly growing regional hub.

A key milestone has been the launch of longhaul connections, including flights linking Tirana with Canada, marking an important step in expanding Albania’s reach beyond the European market. At the same time, direct flights

to New York are expected to start soon, which will be a transformative development, positioning Tirana as a strategic hub connecting North America with the Western Balkans.

The airport now offers over 100 direct routes, supported by both low-cost and full-service airlines. Carriers such as Wizz Air and Ryanair continue to expand, while airlines like Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines strengthen connectivity through major European hubs, increasing both frequency and accessibility.

Also, the development of Vlora International Airport represents a major step forward. This new airport will provide direct access to the Albanian Riviera, significantly reducing travel time to southern coastal destinations and supporting a better distribution of tourism flows across the country.

Together, these developments are enhancing Albania’s international connectivity, improving regional access, and strengthening its competitive positioning. With expanded long-haul connections, increased capacity, and the addition of Vlora airport, Albania is positioning itself as a key aviation and tourism hub in the Western Balkans.

Q. Albania has attracted many new international flight routes recently. Which source markets are currently growing fastest, and how are you working with airlines and partners to further expand Albania’s global reach?

A. What we are seeing today is that growth is very closely linked to the routes that are already performing the strongest. Italy and the United

Kingdom clearly stand out, with routes like Milan and London being the busiest now. They are followed by cities such as Rome, Bologna, Vienna, Istanbul and Athens, which are important for regional connectivity.

This gives us a very clear picture of where demand comes from. Italy remains our largest market, while the UK has grown very quickly in recent years. At the same time, we are seeing strong momentum from Central and Eastern Europe, countries like Poland and the Czech Republic, as well as from the Nordics.

Our work with airlines is very practical and focused. We look at where demand is growing and support airlines in strengthening those routes, whether through joint promotion or coordinated campaigns in those markets. At the same time, we use these strong European connections as a bridge to long-haul markets. With flights already linking Albania to Canada and soon New York, we are opening the destination to a completely new audience.

Q. We’re seeing large infrastructure projects — roads, coastal access points, and tourism facilities — underway across the country. How are government investments in infrastructure aligning with tourism development priorities, and what major milestones can we expect in the next 2–3 years?

A. Infrastructure investment in Albania is now closely aligned with how tourism is developing across the country. The priority has been to improve access to key destinations along the coast and inland, so visitors can move easily and

"A key driver has been investment in accessibility. The expansion of Tirana International Airport Mother Teresa has significantly increased connectivity with European markets, while major investments in road infrastructure have improved access across the country, making it easier for visitors to explore both coastal and inland destinations."

Extending the tourism season is one of our main priorities, because Albania has much more to offer than summer beach tourism. The focus is on building a yearround destination by developing products that attract visitors in spring, autumn, and even winter.

experience more regions within one trip. This includes major road upgrades linking north to south, improved coastal access, and better connections to cultural and natural sites.

In the south, significant work is supporting the growth of the Albanian Riviera, with new road segments, upgraded public spaces, and improved access to beaches and coastal villages. At the same time, investments in cities like Shkodra, Berat, and Gjirokastra are focused on public spaces, heritage restoration, and visitor infrastructure that enhances the experience.

We are also advancing important transport projects such as the Tirana–Durres railway modernization, which will strengthen the link between the capital, the main port, and the airport. In parallel, new marina developments along the coast are opening Albania to nautical tourism, attracting a different and higher-value segment.

In the upcoming years, key milestones will include the completion of strategic road corridors, further development of coastal infrastructure, progress on the railway connection, and the operationalization of Vlora International Airport. At the same time, new international hotel projects and tourism facilities will continue to come online, supporting a more diversified and higher-quality tourism offer.

Q. One concern across the region has been labor shortages and wage pressures in tourism and hospitality. Has Albania experienced these challenges, and what policies or programs are in place to attract, train, and retain skilled workers in tourism?

A. Like many countries in the region, Albania has experienced pressure in the tourism labor market, especially during peak season. Rapid growth has increased demand for skilled workers in hospitality, services, and management, and this has naturally led to wage adjustments and stronger competition for talent.

Our response has been to address this in a structured and long-term way. A key priority is strengthening vocational education and training (VET), particularly through programs supported by the European Union and the Swiss Government, which are helping modernize curricula, improve training standards, and better align skills with market needs. These programs are also promoting dual education models, combining classroom learning with hands-on experience in hotels and tourism businesses.

We are also working closely with international partners such as UN Tourism to introduce new training initiatives, including the development of a Tourism Academy that focuses on professional skills, service quality, and management capacity in the sector.

At the same time, we are focusing on making tourism a more attractive long-term career. This includes improving working conditions, encouraging formal employment, and supporting businesses to invest in staff development. There is also a growing effort to engage young people and provide clear career pathways within the country.

Nature and adventure

tourism are also growing quickly. Albania’s mountains, national parks, and trails offer strong potential for hiking, cycling, and outdoor activities, particularly in shoulder seasons. This segment is attracting a different profile of visitors, often with longer stays and higher engagement with the destination.

In parallel, where needed, we are facilitating access to seasonal and specialized workers to support the industry during peak periods.

The aim is to ensure that the sector’s rapid growth is matched by a skilled and professional workforce, capable of delivering the level of quality that today’s international visitors expect.

Q. Seasonality can limit the full potential of tourism economies. What steps are you taking to extend the tourism season and diversify offerings beyond summer beach tourism — for example, cultural tourism, adventure tourism, and events?

A. Extending the tourism season is one of our main priorities, because Albania has much more to offer than summer beach tourism. The focus is on building a year-round destination by developing products that attract visitors in spring, autumn, and even winter.

Cultural tourism is a key pillar. Cities like Berat, Gjirokastra, and Shkodra are increasingly attracting visitors outside the summer months, supported by heritage restoration, museums, and cultural programming. At the same time, we are promoting gastronomy and local experiences, which are not dependent on the season and create strong links with local communities. Nature and adventure tourism are also growing quickly. Albania’s mountains, national parks, and trails offer strong potential for hiking, cycling, and outdoor activities, particularly in shoulder seasons. This segment is attracting a different profile of visitors, often with longer stays and higher engagement with the destination.

Events are another important tool. We are supporting festivals, sports events, and cultural activities throughout the year, which help create reasons to visit beyond the peak season. This includes international events, but also smaller local initiatives that activate destinations yearround.

At the same time, improved connectivity through expanded flight routes and infrastructure makes it easier for visitors to travel outside the summer peak.

Q. With rapid growth comes environmental pressures. How is Albania balancing tourism expansion with sustainability — particularly in coastal areas, national parks, and UNESCO-heritage sites?

A. As tourism grows, we are very aware of the pressure it can create, especially in coastal areas and sensitive sites. The approach is to keep development balanced, making sure that growth does not come at the expense of what makes Albania attractive in the first place.

Along the coast, the focus is on keeping development more controlled and improving basic infrastructure so that destinations can handle higher numbers without losing their character. In national parks, the idea is to make them accessible, but in a way that respects nature and avoids overuse.

For heritage areas like Berat, Gjirokastra, and Butrint, the priority is always preservation. Tourism should support these sites, not put them at risk, so the focus is on maintaining their authenticity while improving the visitor experience.

Cultural tourism is a key pillar. Cities like Berat, Gjirokastra, and Shkodra are increasingly attracting visitors outside the summer months, supported by heritage restoration, museums, and cultural programming.

At the same time, we are taking concrete steps to align with international sustainability standards. The Ministry is working toward Global Sustainable Tourism Council accreditation, and we are encouraging tour operators and tourism businesses to follow the same path. A number of operators have already started engaging in these standards, which helps raise awareness and improve practices across the sector.

There is a growing understanding that sustainability is not just a policy objective, but a shared responsibility. The direction is clear: tourism should continue to grow, but in a way that protects the environment and ensures that these destinations remain attractive in the long term.

Q. Tourism is a major growth engine, but what is your broader economic outlook for Albania? Are there specific sectors — manufacturing, technology, and green energy that you see as complementary drivers to diversify the economy?

A. Tourism is clearly one of the main causes of growth, but our broader economic outlook is focused on diversification and building a more resilient economy. The idea is not to rely on one sector alone, but to develop complementary industries that strengthen each other.

Technology and digital services are another emerging area. While still developing, they are gaining momentum, especially among younger professionals, and are increasingly seen as a key opportunity for innovation, outsourcing, and higher-value jobs.

Green energy is also a strategic priority. Albania already relies heavily on hydropower, and new investments in solar and wind are expanding the sector further, including major regional projects linking Albania with European energy markets.

What is important is how these sectors connect. Tourism creates demand for agriculture, food processing, construction, and services, while energy and infrastructure support longterm growth. The objective is to move toward a more balanced model, where multiple sectors contribute and reinforce each other, ensuring stable and sustainable economic development over time.

Q. The “Albania 2030” manifesto outlines an ambitious vision for the country’s economic transformation and EU integration. How does tourism fit into this long-term strategy, and what measurable goals has the government set for the sector by 2030?

A. Tourism is a central part of the Albania 2030 vision, closely linked to our broader goals of economic transformation, sustainable growth, and full EU membership. It is one of the sectors where Albania has a clear advantage and where progress translates quickly into jobs, investment, and improved living standards across the country.

Today, tourism is no longer just about summer or the coastline. It plays a wider role in supporting regional development, attracting foreign investment, and helping align Albania with EU standards, especially in areas like sus-

tainability, green practices, and economic convergence.

In the National Tourism Strategy 2025–2030, tourism is positioned as a key pillar of this transformation. It contributes directly to the economy through visitor spending, supports infrastructure development, creates skilled employment, and encourages the protection of natural and cultural assets. All these elements are closely aligned with the EU’s priorities on green transition, digitalization, and inclusive growth.

At the same time, there is a strong focus on spreading tourism more evenly across the year and across regions. By reducing seasonality and promoting inland and rural destinations alongside the coast, we are building a more resilient and balanced tourism model.

In this sense, tourism supports the bigger Albania 2030 vision by helping create a more diversified, modern economy that is better prepared to integrate into the European single market.

Tourism is a central part of the Albania 2030 vision, closely linked to our broader goals of economic transformation, sustainable growth, and full EU membership. It is one of the sectors where Albania has a clear advantage and where progress translates quickly into jobs, investment, and improved living standards across the country.

Promotion has also played a central role. We have increased Albania’s visibility in international media and strengthened our presence in major tourism fairs such as ITB Berlin and FITUR Madrid, helping position Albania as a unique and competitive destination in the Mediterranean.

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Frozen Table was more than a gastronomic event. It presented a broader story. One of collaboration and partnerships that together create a complete destination experience. Indeed, collaboration, exchange of ideas, and a shared vision for the destination’s development were themes repeatedly highlighted by participants as essential for the future of tourism.

On March 3, 2026, Bohinj hosted a special gathering of selected representatives of travel agencies, journalists, and promoters of Slovenian tourism from several countries. With the event Frozen Table, the Bohinj Club was officially introduced, a project connecting carefully selected accommodation, fine dining, and thoughtfully designed experiences in Bohinj.

Bohinj Club is a joint initiative of Fox on the Rocks Chalet and Vila Muhr, conceived as a collaborative project between providers who share a similar vision for the destination’s development: high-quality accommodation, outstanding cuisine, respect for nature, and curated experiences that allow guests to connect more deeply with the place.

The program began with a tea gathering at Vila Muhr, continued with a tasting of local cheeses from Tourist Farm Gartner and sparkling wines from Istenič at the Fox on the Rocks estate, and then led guests toward Vogel. In the alpine surroundings, they were welcomed by an ice table — handcrafted over the course of an entire week — where chef Davor Arnautović prepared a fine dining menu. Through local ingredients and a contemporary interpretation of Alpine cuisine, he created a culinary narrative closely connected to nature and place.

Frozen Table was more than a gastronomic event. It presented a broader story. One of collaboration and partnerships that together create a complete destination experience. Indeed, collaboration, exchange of ideas, and a shared vision for the destination’s development were themes repeatedly highlighted by participants

as essential for the future of tourism. Among the words most frequently heard from guests at the end of the gathering were “wow,” “quiet luxury,” connection with nature, and exceptional cuisine.

Participants also noted that tourism too often focuses on spectacle, while encounters built on authentic experiences, local offerings, and meaningful connections between people are far rarer. For this reason, many expressed the wish to see more events of this kind.

Although the next Bohinj Club gathering has not yet been officially announced, by the end of the day there was already a sense of anticipation among participants for the next meeting. The organizers confirm that it is already being considered. Like the first gathering, the next event will be carefully designed, in dialogue with nature and the season, with the aim of creating something truly distinctive.

This is also the central ambition of Bohinj Club, that the experiences remain with guests long after they leave the valley.

The program began with a tea gathering at Vila Muhr, continued with a tasting of local cheeses from Tourist Farm Gartner and sparkling wines from Istenič at the Fox on the Rocks estate, and then led guests toward Vogel. In the alpine surroundings, they were welcomed by an ice table — handcrafted over the course of an entire week — where chef Davor Arnautović prepared a fine dining menu. Through local ingredients and a contemporary interpretation of Alpine cuisine, he created a culinary narrative closely connected to nature and place.

VILA MUHR: BETWEEN HERITAGE AND THE LUXURY OF THE MOMENT

Stories have no true beginnings… only the steps that guide them through time. Adolf Muhr, a man with vision, recognized the potential of an exceptional location by Lake Bohinj and built a villa that, over the centuries, became a treasured retreat even for nobility. Its strategic location and timeless beauty have placed the villa among the world’s recognized destinations.

In 1934, a new royal chapter unfolded at Vila Muhr in Bohinj. The engagement of Princess Marina and Prince George brought both the villa and Bohinj into the spotlight of high society, significantly contributing to the recognition of this remarkable destination.

Today, 90 years later, Vila Muhr has reopened its doors with a special promise: to offer each guest an unforgettable royal experience that combines rich history, sophisticated elegance, and supreme comfort. In four meticulously designed suites, furnished with unique details, guests can discover the charm and refinement that define this one-of-a-kind space.

Vila Muhr is the result of collaboration with the architectural studio Ofis, drawing inspiration from historical photographs to create the appearance of a wooden hunting lodge perched on a stone base. Its charred wood façade reflects an eco-conscious approach to decarbonization, providing lasting protection without the use of chemical treatments.

Vila Muhr in Bohinj also offers a culinary journey that unites space, history, and the Alpine spirit. Gourmet Vila Muhr, under the guidance of chef Davor Arnautović, presents 4- and 8-course tasting menus, where the richness of Alpine flavors, from mountain cheeses and herbs to freshwater fish and seasonal produce, is interwoven with a modern, signature touch. Each dish pays homage to Alpine heritage and seasonal ingredients, with a subtle nod to contemporary haute cuisine that respects the rhythm of nature and the mountains. Each month, the restaurant hosts special

events that blend local culinary traditions with international influences. Guest appearances by renowned chefs from restaurants such as Boškinac or Mano2 bring additional creative inspiration, enriching the Alpine experience.

Vila Muhr also offers spaces for various events, flooded with natural light and framed by breathtaking views of the picturesque Bohinj surroundings. Every element, from architecture to interior design, has been thoughtfully crafted to ensure an unforgettable experience for every visitor.

Although the original villa succumbed to the weight of snow in 2014, its legacy lives on—in its architecture, its spaces, and its cuisine, where every dish preserves the spirit of the past while shaping the future.

Today, Vila Muhr promises a truly royal experience, honoring the rich history and heritage of both the property and the destination, while weaving in the spirit of contemporary refinement.

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In 1934, a new royal chapter unfolded at Vila Muhr in Bohinj. The engagement of Princess Marina and Prince George brought both the villa and Bohinj into the spotlight of high society, significantly contributing to the recognition of this remarkable destination.

FOX ON THE ROCKS CHALETA PRIVATE ALPINE SANCTUARY IN TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK

Set in the pristine heart of Triglav National Park, Fox on the Rocks Chalet is an exclusive retreat that seamlessly blends the charm of a mountain home with the sophistication of a boutique hotel. Designed for complete privacy and elevated comfort, it offers a refined escape where nature, design, and personalized service come together effortlessly.

More than just accommodation, the chalet delivers a true experience — one defined by tranquility, elegance, and a deep connection to the surrounding alpine landscape.

Ideally positioned near Lake Bohinj and beneath the Vogel Ski Resort, the property features 150 m² of thoughtfully designed interior space, complemented by over 2,000 m² of private outdoor grounds. Every detail — from natural stone and warm wood to carefully curated furnishings and textiles — reflects the spirit of the Alps, creating an atmosphere of understated luxury and timeless calm.

The chalet accommodates up to 4+1 guests and includes two ensuite bedrooms, an additional sleeping area for children, a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy fireplace lounge, and a dedicated wellness area with a Finnish sauna, gym, and wine cellar. For added comfort, guests can request a pre-stocked fridge with selected local or preferred products (available at an additional cost).

The outdoor experience is equally captivating — featuring a hot tub under the stars, an outdoor kitchen and BBQ area, a herb garden, a fire pit, and serene lounge spaces surrounded by forest and fresh alpine air. A dedicated ski room is also available for winter sports equipment. Daily housekeeping and a 24/7 concierge service are included, ensuring a seamless and relaxed stay from arrival to departure.

Guests enjoy complimentary use of stand-up paddleboards (SUP) and a kayak, perfect for exploring the crystal-clear waters

of nearby Lake Bohinj. For a truly memorable stay, a private chef can be arranged to create bespoke menus and prepare meals in the chalet, combining local ingredients with fine dining in an intimate setting (additional cost).

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Ideally positioned near Lake Bohinj and beneath the Vogel Ski Resort, the property features 150 m² of thoughtfully designed interior space, complemented by over 2,000 m² of private outdoor grounds. Every detail — from natural stone and warm wood to carefully curated furnishings and textiles — reflects the spirit of the Alps, creating an atmosphere of understated luxury and timeless calm.

A luxury waterfront retreat in UNESCO-protected Boka Bay, offering coastal calm through elegant interiors, soft linens, natural light, and soothing nautical tones. A seamless blend of refined design, modern comfort, and impeccable service under IHG Hotels & Resorts.

Located within the vibrant marina village of Porto Montenegro, offering the region’s finest selection of high-end luxury brands and an exceptional shopping experience.

Relax and rejuvenate at Regent Spa, where essential oils, global wellness rituals, a Finnish sauna, and a traditional hammam come together to create a deeply restorative experience, available to both in-house guests and visitors booking individual treatments. Maintain your fitness routine in a state-of-the-art gym, fully equipped with the latest Technogym facilities.

The perfect base for exploring the magnificent bay, with private boat escapes to secluded beaches and serene, sea-inspired spaces overlooking the Adriatic. Set sail across Boka Bay or discover nearby historic gems like Kotor and Perast, known for their Baroque, Venetian, and Austrian charm.

Elegant rooms and suites feature private terraces overlooking the marina and lively village. A dynamic atmosphere by day transforms into calm, tranquil evenings by the sea.

Conceptualised by Executive Chef Srdjan Begović, each dish reflects his distinctive culinary signature, balancing creativity with a deep respect for seasonal produce. Highlights from the new menu include the Mediterranean Prawn Orzo, as well as the Bay Leaf Tuna Crudo, offering just a glimpse into the broader summer selection.

Complementing Murano, Gourmet Corner enhances the experience with artisanal pastries, fresh salads, and indulgent sweet creations, creating a vibrant and welcoming setting for families, further enriched by outdoor swimming pools for children and the addition of a new cinema in the village.

At Murano Restaurant and Gourmet Corner, guests are invited to experience a seamless culinary journey that captures the essence of a Mediterranean summer. This season, Murano unveils a new summer menu, thoughtfully curated to celebrate fresh, refined flavours inspired by the region. Rooted in Mediterranean tradition, the menu showcases locally sourced ingredients from Montenegro, creating an authentic yet elevated dining experience.

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MOLUM Hotel And Residences

AS THE MEDITERANNEAN ONCE WAS THE FIVE-STAR RESORT WELCOMES A NEW SEASON IN THE HEART OF DALMATIA

Set along the shores of the Adriatic in the picturesque town of Sv. Filip and Jakov, Molum Hotel and Residences welcomes travellers seeking a refined yet relaxed kind of luxury. Surrounded by a landscape shaped by centuries of quiet tradition, Molum has quickly established itself as one of Croatia’s leading premium resorts, offering an experience that feels less like a destination and more like a return — to something slower, softer, and deeply familiar.

space and privacy, from garden-level retreats to elegant two-storey layouts and exclusive beachfront yards. With the residences, living extends beyond interiors as terraces open outward, mornings stretch a little longer, and time seems to loosen its hold. It is an invitation not just to stay, but to belong.

The hotel features 27 double rooms and 33 suites, each thoughtfully designed with a sense of quiet elegance.

From the moment of arrival, Molum feels in conversation with its surroundings. The resort reflects Mediterranean influences, yet embraces a contemporary architectural language defined by clean lines, open spaces, and a thoughtful interplay of light and texture. Sunlit stone, textured wood, and soft natural hues define the interiors, subtly echoing the landscape beyond the resort. The result is a setting that feels calm, considered, and deeply connected to its surroundings.

The hotel features 27 double rooms and 33 suites, each thoughtfully designed with a sense of quiet elegance. Interiors are light, calm and carefully composed, while expansive views open toward the Pašman Channel. Here the Adriatic becomes part of the experience, as travellers watch sails drifting across the water, the slow rhythm of boats passing by, and the soft shift of light from morning to sunset. Alongside the hotel, Molum has 60 luxury residences as well. Each residence offers its own interpretation of

Beyond its architecture, the grounds unfold in a series of quiet discoveries. Pathways wind through rich greenery, where the scent of herbs and coastal flora drifts gently in the breeze, while leading guests toward the town’s promenade and the resort’s beach. Steps from the beach and set within the old town, Molum’s private marina, Molum Marine Club, offers direct access to the Adriatic, inviting guests to explore the coast by sea. With 127 modern berths and a truly central nautical address, the harbour serves as an ideal starting point for Adriatic adventures among nearby islands, quiet bays, and sunlit coves.

At the heart of the resort, a series of beautifully designed pools flows across tiered sun terraces, creating a sense of openness and ease. Reinforcing the Mediterranean lifestyle, guests can move freely between sun and water, while enjoying in refreshing bites and drinks at Mur pool bar. Made for hedonists, every moment of sea and sun can be savoured, while the youngest of travellers can enjoy in their own children’s pool, playground, and kids club, which provides supervised care and daily entertainment programs.

To add to its world class amenities, the á la carte restaurant Maisa is one of Molum’s most notable venues. Operating for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Maisa offers a contemporary blend of Mediterranean cuisine. The menus draw inspiration from the region’s rich culinary heritage while embracing a modern sensibility, offering exceptional dining and a memorable culinary experience. As in true Mediterranean settings, Maisa becomes the family table, the heart of gathering and celebration, where every meal turns into a shared moment to savour together.

Embracing the relaxed Dalmatian way of life, Molum makes it easy to grab a quick treat at its stand-alone Moka Coffee Shop, where artisanal bites, specialty coffee, and light refreshments are available all day. Whether you’re heading to the beach, going for a run, cycling along scenic paths, or setting off on a local adventure, Moka keeps your day flowing and perfectly accompanies all of Molum’s exciting on-site and off-site activities.

For those seeking deeper restoration, Noku Spa and Wellness offers a calm sanctuary. Designed for complete disconnection, it invites guests to step away from the outside world and into a personal rhythm. Treatments are tailored, spaces are serene, and every detail is considered to create an experience that feels entirely your own. Time here flows naturally, measured in moments of stillness, clarity, and quiet renewal.

As evening settles in, Molum shifts into a softer, more intimate rhythm. Live music fills the air while a curated selection of in-house experiences invites guests to enjoy the night in new ways. Paint and wine evenings, open-air cinema under the stars, and stargazing sessions create relaxed moments that make each evening at Molum memorable.

What defines Molum, ultimately, is not just its setting or its design, but its ability to capture a way of life that feels increasingly rare.

The menus draw inspiration from the region’s rich culinary heritage while embracing a modern sensibility, offering exceptional dining and a memorable culinary experience. As in true Mediterranean settings, Maisa becomes the family table, the heart of gathering and celebration, where every meal turns into a shared moment to savour together.

For those seeking deeper restoration, Noku Spa and Wellness offers a calm sanctuary. Designed for complete disconnection, it invites guests to step away from the outside world and into a personal rhythm.

It is a place where there is no urgency, no rigid sense of time, only a gentle unfolding of days shaped by presence and simplicity. The blend of heritage and modernity, of seaside living and contemporary comfort, creates something that feels both rooted and relevant. It is, in many ways, a reflection of what the coast has always been, and what the Mediterranean once was — authentic, unhurried, and deeply connected to its surroundings.

At Molum Hotel and Residences, the experience is not about escaping the world but rediscovering it through curated moments for the

modern traveller. With an exciting season of events planned, Molum invites guests to experience a series of moments and events that will remain with you long after your stay, leaving a lasting sense of connection, wonder, and the timeless spirit of the Mediterranean.

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THE MEDITERRANEAN, REIMAGINED

A truly connecting experience

Where every moment finds its meaning

There are places that remind you your days do not have to be rushed, shaped by obligations or the pace of everyday life. Huma Kotor Bay Hotel & Villas creates space for a different sense of time, where mornings begin gently, hours unfold with ease, and small rituals leave you feeling lighter, calmer, and more connected to yourself.

The Art of Indulgence at Mandolina

An essential part of the experience is Mandolina, a restaurant that beautifully completes the hotel’s Mediterranean character. Here, flavours, setting, and atmosphere come together effortlessly, creating a refined and inviting ambiance. Lingering lunches that stretch into sunset, dinners overlooking the bay, and thoughtfully composed dishes turn simple moments at the table into rituals you will return to with ease. Mandolina brings a subtle touch of Italy to the Montenegrin coast, offering a setting perfectly suited to moments of pure enjoyment.

Huma Kotor Bay Hotel & Villas is a place remembered as much for its views as for the feeling it leaves behind. For mornings that calm the mind, days that unfold naturally, and moments of perfect alignment. It is not just a place you remember, but one you feel drawn to return to, time and time again.

One stirs. One steers. Together, they are building the only club that Adriatic hoteliers can truly call their own

Every industry eventually produces the community it deserves. For hoteliers across the Adriatic, that moment has come, eight years later than Petar Aračić would have liked.

Eight years in the making, The Hoteliers Club has launched. Behind it: a founder who started at the Hilton Imperial front desk in Dubrovnik and never let go of the idea, and a president who recognizes in it something he once tried to build himself and did not have the patience to see through. Their roles are different by design, and that is precisely the point. What brought them together is a shared conviction: that hospitality is one of the very few industries with a human core that technology will strengthen rather than replace. And that its people deserve a real community built around that.

THE STORY

Every industry eventually produces the community it deserves. For hoteliers across the Adriatic, that moment has come, eight years later than Petar Aračić would have liked.

He started at the front desk of the Hilton Imperial in Dubrovnik. He went on to manage hotels in Croatia and Mallorca, protect Hollywood actors along the Dalmatian coast, and eventually found his way into entrepreneurship. He co-founded Fast Review, which grew from a frustration into a SaaS platform trusted by over 5,000 clients across multiple continents. He launched Hotel Job Fair, created Hotel Summit (Executives Only), and joined the board of Eventlin. Through all of it, one idea stayed with him: that hotel professionals, from the

GM to the revenue director to the IT manager, deserved a real community. A circle of people who genuinely understood each other's world. He carried that idea for eight years.

Zoran Pejović started his career in Dubrovnik, worked his way through California, China and across the seas, and eventually found his home in Split, the heart of the Adriatic. Along the way he managed Aman Sveti Stefan in Montenegro, co-founded what became one of Croatia's most celebrated wine bars, helped bring Maslina Resort on Hvar from a concept to the Condé Nast Traveller Hot List, and has spent the past decade running Paradox Hospitality while leading growth and strategy at Lošinj Hotels and Villas. Years earlier, he had also launched his own version of the same idea Petar was carrying. A LinkedIn group. He moved on. Petar took that same idea and saw something far bigger in it.

Both men are graduates of RIT Croatia's Hotel and Resort Management program, five years apart. The same school, the same discipline, the same corner of the Adriatic. Different paths out, and then this.

The dynamic between the two men is clear and by design. Pejović joins as the Club's first President in an advisory, non-executive capacity. He shows up when the Club needs institutional weight or an outside perspective, acts as a sounding board for the founder, protects the vision, and by his own admission will give hopefully not too long speeches when the moment calls for it.

He said yes because of Aračić himself: his energy, his drive, and the fact that he is a hotelier through and through. That combination, Pejović will tell you, is rarer than it sounds.

The Club's ambition runs deeper than networking. There are sub-clubs for wine and gastronomy. Monthly GM cocktail evenings. An annual conference. Partner discounts, career tools, a digital platform and much more. And above all, a sense of belonging that this industry has long deserved and rarely had. There is also a five-year expansion strategy that, if the model proves itself locally, would see franchise operations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Portugal, and Greece. The plan is to build a space, virtual and physical, where hoteliers meet, exchange ideas, collaborate, and champion each other and the industry they have given their careers to.

The first General Assembly will take place in Zagreb this coming May. Membership is exclusive and open by application. This is just the beginning.

JOIN THE CLUB Membership is exclusive and open to hotel managers from all departments. If you have given your career to this industry, this community was built for you. Applications are open now at thehoteliersclub.eu

PETAR ARAČIĆ

Founder of The Hoteliers Club, Hotel Summit and Fast Review. Co-founder of Hotel Job Fair. Board member at Eventlin. RIT Croatia, Hotel and Resort Management. Born in Novi Sad, based in Zagreb.

Q. The Collection Magazine: You carried this idea for eight years while building Fast Review, Hotel Summit, Hotel Job Fair. What kept it alive?

A. Petar Aračić: Passion, I think. You either love this industry or you don't. For me it was always a passion. And I always knew that if I had the right moment and the right people, it would happen. I just had to be patient. And then not too patient.

Q. The Club goes well beyond networking: Academy, certifications, podcast, sub-clubs, expansion plans. What is the actual vision?

A. To become the leading network of hospitality executives. Not just in the region, eventually worldwide. We start here, we prove the model, and then we take it to Dubai, Riyadh, Madrid, Lisbon, New York. I have built things from zero before. I know what the first year looks like and I know what year five looks like. I don't like standing still.

Q. You built Fast Review around the idea that technology serves the guest experience. How do you see AI shaping the hotel industry?

A. The best hotel tech is invisible. It runs in the background, removes friction, frees staff to do what they do best: make guests feel welcome. AI is a powerful enabler of that. The industry is ready to treat it as the hidden multiplier that makes everything else work better.

Q.The region produces remarkable hoteliers. Does the world know that?

A. Honestly, not enough. We have people running extraordinary properties, building careers that would impress anywhere in the world, and they are largely invisible outside the region. That is part of what the Club is here to change. We want to bring those faces forward, tell those stories, celebrate what our colleagues are achieving. This industry deserves more of its own champions.

Q. You built Hotel Job Fair. What does that tell you about where the industry stands with its people?

A. That there is enormous appetite on both sides. Hotels looking for good people, good people looking for the right opportunity and the right environment to grow. The gap is often in how the industry presents itself. When people feel they belong to something, when their career is celebrated and their work is recognized, everything changes. That is what Hotel Job Fair was about. And it is part of what the Club is about too.

Q. What does success look like for the Club in two years?

A. Eight hundred members. One hundred hotels. Twenty-five sponsors. One strong annual event. The Academy running. And Zoran still answering my calls.

Q. What does Zoran bring that you don't?

A. Calm. Perspective. The longer view. And the ability to walk into a room and make people feel that something important is happening without trying. That is rare.

Q. The Collection Magazine: You had a similar idea yourself once. What happened?

A. Zoran Pejović: I launched it as a LinkedIn group and moved on. Petar saw something much bigger in the idea than I ever did. And he had the perseverance to build it.

Q. You have written and spoken about hospitality being one of the very few industries that will survive the AI revolution largely intact. Why?

A. Because at its core, hospitality is about human connection. AI can optimize pricing, automate check-ins, personalize communications. The emotional layer, the intuition, the warmth, the reading of a room, that is what the industry is built on. And the technology that serves it best is the technology that amplifies those human moments. That is a competitive advantage. A real one.

Q. Croatia and the Adriatic have the assets to compete with the best in the Mediterranean. What would accelerate that?

A. Three things. Legal certainty for serious capital. The courage to choose projects that fit the identity of a destination. And the political will to treat tourism as strategic infrastructure, the way we treat energy or transport. Lošinj is proof that you can build something of genuine quality and the world will recognize it. Maslina on Hvar is a proof. These are the result of long, consistent decisions. The industry thrives on that kind of consistency.

Q. The region has strong individual talent. Does it have enough visible leaders?

A. That is exactly the right question and it is close to my heart. We are only as strong as our strongest leaders, and we need more faces. We need to celebrate careers in this industry, celebrate our colleagues and their successes, bring

forward to the world what this job actually is. There are people doing extraordinary work in hotels across this region who nobody outside of it has ever heard of. The Club exists, in part, to change that. To say: this is who we are, this is what we build, and we are proud of it.

Q. You have said we have moved beyond the experience economy into something transformational. What does that ask of the people inside the industry?

A. It asks for a completely different kind of person. When you move into transformation, the measure of success becomes something far more personal: did this stay change something in the person who experienced it? Did they leave different in some way? That puts real weight on the people doing this work. You have to be curious, emotionally present, genuinely interested in the human being in front of you. The four things I keep coming back to are high touch, personalization, contextualization and wellbeing. As a way of thinking about what we owe our guests. And that thinking has to start with how we treat the people who work in our hotels. You can only ask someone to create a transformational experience for a guest if you have invested in their own journey first.

Q. What does success look like for the Club in two years?

A. Petar running something that has its own momentum, with or without me in the room. That is when you know something real has been built. My role is to help steer it well early on, and then watch it go.

Q. What does Petar bring that you don't?

A. Everything operational. The fire. The detail. The belief that it can be done even when it gets hard. I bring the longer view. He brings the engine. We seem to need each other.

ZORAN PEJOVIĆ

Founder of Paradox Hospitality. Chief Growth and Strategy Officer, Member of the Management Board at Lošinj Hotels and Villas. Formerly development director at Maslina Resort, Hvar and Hotel manager at Aman Sveti Stefan. RIT Croatia, Hotel and Resort Management. Born in Kotor, based in Split

Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Kvarner Bay: The Art of Belonging

The way we live has transformed, yet the way we unwind has remained largely unchanged. Today, a new concept is redefining holiday home ownership. Branded residences developed in partnership with leading hospitality brands combine private ownership with five-star service, offering a seamless blend of comfort, flexibility, and lifestyle.

Set along Croatia’s Adriatic coast near Novi Vinodolski, Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Kvarner Bay introduces this global concept to the region. Designed as a fully integrated resort, it unites a premium Mövenpick hotel with 304 branded residences across low-rise buildings

immersed in Mediterranean greenery. The architecture follows the natural landscape, creating a refined yet relaxed environment between the sea and Kvarner’s pristine hills.

Here, lifestyle is central. Shaded promenades, restaurants, and shared spaces foster a sense of community, while private residences ensure peace and exclusivity. Interiors by Atellior feature natural materials, soft tones, and spacious terraces that connect indoor living with the Adriatic outdoors.

Ownership extends beyond the home. Residents enjoy access to curated amenities, including an Owners’ Lounge, co-working areas, wellness and spa facilities, pools, and concierge services designed to make every stay effortless. As part of Accor, owners also benefit from global privileges through the Accor Live Limitless program.

The resort’s 14,000 m² wellness centre, diverse dining experiences, and family-friendly facilities create a balanced lifestyle shaped by comfort and connection. An optional rental program further enhances flexibility, allowing owners to enjoy their residence while benefiting

from professional management.

Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Kvarner Bay is more than a destination - it is a contemporary expression of seaside living, where ownership becomes a lifestyle and every return feels like coming home.

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FRESH VIEWS OF

MONTENEGRO’S FUTURE

Leadership insights from RegencyHyatt Kotor ResortBay

GENERAL MANAGER HANS PRINS

"Luxury is found not in material presence, but in the feeling that stays with you beyond the experience."

General Manager Hans Prins

Where dramatic mountains descend to the serenest of bays, and centuries of civilization and heritage is imprinted in stone, legends, and stories, Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort rises with achievements of a genuinely rare prominence: a luxury wellbeing property that carries the authority of a global brand and the soul of a place that knows precisely where it belongs. We sat down with General Manager Hans Prins, Director of Sales & Marketing Tamara Radišić, and Finance Director Biljana Radonjić, three leaders shaping the present and future of one of the

Adriatic’s most celebrated addresses, for a conversation about luxury, identity, importance of a destination experience, and what it truly takes to place Montenegro on the world’s most discerning travel maps.

Q. The Collection Magazine: After only a couple of months in Montenegro, how do you personally see the country positioned on the global tourism map today and what do you believe is still missing for Montenegro to fully claim its place among leading luxury destinations?

A. Hans Prins: Coming to Montenegro with fresh eyes has been genuinely fascinating. From the very beginning I was captivated by the rare combination of natural beauty, the serene energy of the Adriatic, and the warmth of the local community. Montenegro already enjoys the kind of natural drama and cultural depth that luxury travellers look for, but it’s still early in its global storytelling. The raw ingredients are extraordinary. What is still missing is consistency. Luxury today is not only about individual high-end properties, but also about a unified national identity, a service culture, infrastructure, and experience design that work together seamlessly. Montenegro is on that path, but it needs stronger alignment between private and public sectors to elevate the overall ecosystem, not just isolated pockets of excellence.

Q. Kotor Bay is often described as a “hidden gem.” In your view, what needs to happen for Montenegro to move from being discovered to being truly established as a high-quality, yearround luxury destination?

A. Montenegro has been enjoying the ‘hidden gem’ label far too long. Although a compliment, in a way it is also a challenge. It signals authenticity, which is exactly what today’s sophisticated traveller craves, it relays the need to be explored, but it also implies a certain level of incompleteness. To move from discovery to establishment, which secures returning guests,

Montenegro needs a parallel execution of certain aspects which now oscillate and again are not consistent throughout the destination highlights and luxury hospitality sphere. First there is the infrastructure which needs to be at a yearround connectivity, consistently elevating the service offer and standards at every touchpoint, not only within resort walls. Thereafter we have the narrative, we need a coherent, continuous, confident story about Montenegro, told with precision and consistency that great destination tells it. And finally, the need for product diversification, which I already see a significant shift in. Montenegro needs wellness, gastronomy, culture, and active travel spheres raised to give guests compelling reasons to come in every season. Plans here at the resort include further development of culinary concepts based on local ingredients, as well as events that blend contemporary design and service excellence with the heritage of the Bay of Kotor. That is precisely the kind of contribution we want to make to the wider destination story.

Q. You’ve led and opened several iconic luxury properties worldwide. Which lessons from those markets do you see as most relevant for Montenegro, and which elements should remain uniquely local?

A. Prior to Montenegro, which is my tenth country, I led some of the world’s most renowned brands, opened luxury properties, and shaped distinctive brand identities. The one lesson that transfers is that the brands and properties that last are the ones with an authentic sense of place at their core. Global standards create

Coming to Montenegro with fresh eyes has been genuinely fascinating. From the very beginning I was captivated by the rare combination of natural beauty, the serene energy of the Adriatic, and the warmth of the local community. Montenegro already enjoys the kind of natural drama and cultural depth that luxury travellers look for, but it’s still early in its global storytelling.

"Vrmac Health & Wellbeing Retreat De’Mar extends the Spa Soul facilities and rituals with state-of-the-art health, beauty, rejuvenation, and restorative programs and therapies that are not only unique to Montenegro, but the region as well."

Tamara

the floor and relay the quality baseline that the guests expect. But what creates real loyalty, the kind that brings the guests back and turns them into ambassadors, is the feeling of uniqueness, the step above expectations, and the experience that cannot be replicated. In Montenegro that means leaning completely into what is irreplaceable, and that is the bay, the history, the food, the people. The elements that must remain uniquely local are precisely those.

Package innovation, mediterranean flair, international knowledge with culinary traditions, warmth of the Montenegrin character, and the extraordinary natural setting that no design budget can replicate, and you have a winning and sure formula.

Q. When guests leave the resort two or three years from now, what do you hope they will say about their experience and what kind of emotional connection do you want them to take home with them?

A. I hope they will struggle to describe it precisely, because the most powerful experiences are the ones that resist summary. But if pressed, I hope they say that it was more beautiful than expected. I hope there are words such as genuine, feel, special, return. The combination of visual wonder, human connection and warmth, and a deeper appreciation of a destination is what we are working toward every day.

SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR TAMARA RADIŠIĆ

Q. The Collection Magazine: Montenegro is gaining visibility as a rising luxury destination. How is your team positioning Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort within this growing narrative?

A. Tamara Radišić: Under the expert stewardship of our team, the resort has exceeded

expectations, with full bookings and glowing reviews. We position ourselves as the reference point, the property that defines what luxury hospitality in Montenegro can be.

Our work is to ensure that when the world’s most discerning travel planners, corporate buyers and leisure guests think of Montenegro, Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay is the first name that comes to mind, and that the experience when they arrive exceeds what they imagined. The evolving profile of our guests, spurred by new direct flights and a shifting demographic signals a promising future.

Q. How does your sales strategy address seasonality and support the goal of making Montenegro a year-round destination?

A. Seasonality is one of the most significant strategic challenges in this market, and we approach it deliberately across several segments. MICE and corporate travel are natural counterweights to leisure peaks. Meetings, conferences, and incentive programmes do not require July sunshine. Just over a year ago, we proudly unveiled the new Ballroom with complimentary three purpose-built conference and board rooms, the biggest event space in the Bay. With breathtaking Rooftop terrace and six restaurant outlets, guests are treated to awe-inspiring views, modern equipment and the most professional team when planning their special event. Beyond MICE, our wellness offering is a genuine year-round draw, the Vrmac Health & Wellbeing Retreat De’Mar extends the Spa Soul facilities and rituals with state-of-the-art health, beauty, rejuvenation, and restorative programs and therapies that are not only unique to Montenegro, but the region as well. The medically grounded programs benefit from the specific qualities of the bay’s climate in all seasons. Our role is to tell that story compellingly and to the wider audience, as body and soul wellbeing is becoming, and with full right, a basic human need in today’s world.

Q. What roles do digital storytelling, influencers, and immersive content play in shaping the resort’s global visibility?

A. They are essential, but only when the content is genuinely rooted in the place. Our rooftops went unused until we realised the incredible panoramic views they offered of the bay. Potential lies everywhere, even in the smallest hotels. A bedroom could become a private spa pop-up, a small meeting room could be repurposed into a flexible workspace, and underused dining spaces can be transformed into revenue-generating mixology classes or private chef experiences. That same creative thinking shapes our content strategy. We look for angles, the moments and the details that could only come from here, because generic luxury content disappears, while stories that are specific to this place endure.

Q. You are nearing your third anniversary here, and in that time, you were named Employee of the Year, and from Marketing Director stepped into the role of Sales and Marketing Director. What does this mean to you personally and are you experiencing usual team challenges other properties have?

A. The year I came to Montenegro was a year of significant growth for all of us. What the recognition means most to me is what it says about our team, and that is that individual achievement here is always a reflection of collective effort. In hospitality, more than any other industry, your team really needs to be in sync as perfect as a symphonic orchestra, as any off beat is immediately felt by guests. I work alongside people who are committed to this place, not just as a job, but something they believe in. At Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort 60% of our leadership are women, and over 60% of the overall team are women. That is not a statistic we have as a banner, it is simply who we are, and I believe it shapes the culture of care, warmth, and precision that defines the guest experience. Hospitality is a fast-changing industry, if you don’t work on your knowledge, skills, and relationships as an individual and as a team, you do not pause, stall, or slow down, you reverse. We do not have the luxury, nor do we want to pause in lieu of respect and promises we make to our guests. Our team is stronger than ever, and not only is symphony about to start, but it will also be accompanied by fireworks.

“The Bay is the Story. Our job is to make sure the world hears it and feels it.” Director of Sales & Marketing Tamara Radišić

Montenegro needs wellness, gastronomy, culture, and active travel spheres raised to give guests compelling reasons to come in every season. Plans here at the resort include further development of culinary conceptsbased on local ingredients, as well as events that blend contemporary design and service excellence with the heritage of the Bay of Kotor.

"MICE and corporate travel are natural counterweights to leisure peaks. Meetings, conferences, and incentive programmes do not require July sunshine." Biljana

A. Biljana Radonjić: The fundamentals are compelling and increasingly well understood by the international investment community. Montenegro offers a rare combination of natural endowment, a growing air connectivity network, a stable Euro-denominated economy, and a government with a commitment to positioning tourism as a national strategic priority.

For a brand like Hyatt, the Adriatic, and Montenegro in particular, represents a first-mover window in a market that is maturing rapidly. The properties and brands that establish themselves now, with the right standards and the right operations, will benefit enormously from the demand growth that is already clearly visible in forward booking patterns and visitor arrival data.

Q. Partnerships are crucial for destination development. What types of partnerships do you consider essential for the resort’s longterm financial success?

FINANCE DIRECTOR BILJANA

RADONJIĆ

Q. The Collection Magazine: Montenegro’s tourism sector is growing rapidly. From a financial perspective, what makes this the right moment for a major international brand to expand here?

A. First, distribution partnerships, with the global tour operators, travel management companies, and OTA platforms that give us access to the right guest segments at scale. The World of Hyatt loyalty programme is foundational here, giving us direct access to a global base of high value, repeat travellers. Second, local and regional partnerships, with destination management companies, cultural institutions, and experience providers who allow us to offer a

genuinely enriched stay without carrying all that expertise in-house. Third, the banks, in hospitality you need to have the banks on your side. Things can happen that can freeze your daily operations, and you must think about your team and their families, we all witnessed that six years ago.

Similarly, even though Montenegro does not have many weather or tectonic occurrences you have to think of the wellbeing of your work family and be prepared to step-up and protect your investment, your people. Finally, institutional partnerships with government bodies, tourism boards, and infrastructure providers, because a luxury resort's long-term performance is deeply connected to the quality of the destination surrounding it. Our success and Montenegro's success as a destination are not separate questions.

Q. How important is workforce development, through training, retention programs, and career pathways, from a financial sustainability standpoint?

A. It is among the highest-return investments a resort like ours can make, and one of the most underappreciated in financial discussions about hospitality. The cost of turnover in luxury hospitality is significant with recruitment, training, the overlap, and the inevitable service quality dip during transitions, and the guest experience impact of inconsistency. Properties that retain talent, develop it, and create genuine career pathways within their walls reduce those costs and build the institutional knowledge that makes great guest experiences repeatable. Beyond the direct financial case, our team is what our guests are paying for, their skill, their warmth, their understanding of our destination and our guests. Investing in people is investing in the product.

Q. What does financial resilience look like for this property over the next five years, and how do you plan to achieve it?

A. Resilience, in financial terms, means reducing dependence on any single revenue stream, season, or guest segment; while continuously deepening the value we deliver in each. For us that means growing MICE and corporate revenue as a year-round counterweight to leisure seasonality, developing the wellness and medical retreat offering into a programme that attracts guests with longer stays and stronger spending profiles, building the wedding and social events segment on the strength of our extraordinary setting, and ensuring our direct booking base grows. Underlying all of that is a commitment to the kind of guest experience that generates genuine loyalty, because returning guests are the most efficient revenue in luxury hospitality.

They cost less to acquire, stay longer, spend more, and act as ambassadors, bringing others with them.

CLOSING QUESTION TO ALL:

Q. If you could leave the readers of The Collection with a single image of Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, one moment that captures everything this place stands for, what would it be?

Biljana: A table full of people who did not know each other before they arrived, brought together by an event, a dinner, a shared experience, laughing at something that happened in this specific place, at this specific moment. That image captures what we are really building, not a set of financial metrics, but a destination that generates memories so vivid that people plan their lives around returning to it. That is the most durable financial asset a resort can have.

"Sustainable financial performance and a sustainable destination are not competing goals; they are the same goal”. Finance Director Biljana Radonjić

Tamara: A guest standing at the water's edge at the end of their stay. Not looking at their phone, not photographing, simply looking at the bay, taking it in. That moment of wordless appreciation, when a place has given someone something they did not know they needed, is what every piece of content, every campaign, and every sales conversation is ultimately trying to earn. When we see it happen, we know we have done something right.

Hans Prins: Early morning, before the bay is fully illuminated. The light arrives here in stages, it comes slowly over the mountains, and there is a moment when everything is perfectly still and the water holds the colour of the sky from the night before. I walk along the shoreline at that hour whenever I can. It reminds me that hospitality, at its core, is about caring deeply for people and creating moments of beauty that remain with them as lasting memories.

Beyond MICE, our wellness offering is a genuine yearround draw, the Vrmac Health & Wellbeing Retreat De’Mar extends the Spa Soul facilities and rituals with state-of-the-art health, beauty, rejuvenation, and restorative programs and therapies that are not only unique to Montenegro, but the region as well.

Where seduction meets gastronomy

From the first sip of morning coffee to sunset dinners and music-filled nights, Limoneto is an all-day Adriatic oasis.

A Day-to-Night Mediterranean Escape

From sun-kissed breakfasts to golden-hour dinners and music-filled evenings, Limoneto Beach & Restaurant is open all day, inviting you to embrace the magic of the Montenegrin coast in full

Tucked away in the scenic Bay of Herceg Novi, at the heart of Kotor Bay, Limoneto is a hidden gem where laid-back luxury meets Mediterranean charm Inspired by the timeless allure of the Mediterranean Riviera, the haven of citrus scents, lush palms, and breezy elegance, it is more than just a beach and restaurant: it is your invitation to escape the ordinary

Limoneto is a testament to the belief that exceptional experiences are forged through a careful blend of ambiance, gastronomy, and heartfelt hospitality Whether you are indulging in a rich seafood risotto, sipping chilled rosé, or dancing barefoot on the sand as live beats fill the air, Limoneto is a celebration of life’s finest pleasures

The coast s playground for sun, taste and music

"I wanted to create something that evokes the seaside flowing floral dresses, good cocktails with a view, great food but without being pretentious or over-the-top. Just a place that feels relaxed. Somewhere you can come and go as you please, after the beach or before dinner, casual, with room for real interaction, spontaneous small talk, and a genuine human experience."

Vanja Puškar Founder of the New Balkan Cuisine Concept

Nestled by the sea, unique beach club and restaurant Bocasa offering captivating views of the bay and a thoughtfully designed setting

Rooted in authentic Mediterranean flavours and crafted with carefully selected ingredients, each dish is meticulously prepared not only to satisfy, but to leave a lasting impression

Enjoy exquisite dishes made with fresh seafood, unique black risotto, octopus goulash with gnocchi, Neapolitan wood-fired pizza, or freshly grilled catch of the day

THE ART OF SUNLIT DAYS

COLLECTIONThe

CASA DEL MARE The Art Of

Intimate Luxury

Along the Montenegrin coast, in locations where the sea, light, and quiet naturally converge, the Casa del Mare collection develops a concept of hospitality that goes beyond the traditional hotel stay. Here, every space has its own atmosphere, and every stay its own rhythm — carefully curated, yet never imposed.

With several locations along the Herceg Novi and Kotor coastline, Casa del Mare builds a recognizable identity through a blend of Mediterranean architecture, thoughtfully designed small-scale concepts, and highly personalized service. Each property expresses its own individuality, while all are connected by a shared philosophy: a sense of simplicity, privacy, and an authentic local experience.

Special attention is given to the details that make a difference — from interior design and material selection to spatial organization and service quality. It is precisely this combination that defines the distinctive Casa del Mare experience — refined, considered, and unmistakable.

A SETTING FOR WEDDINGS WITH SOUL — WHERE LOVE TAKES FORM

A professional and flexible approach to planning allows each event to unfold in harmony with the couple’s vision and the chosen setting.

Within the Casa del Mare hotel collection, there are no standardized solutions; each space adapts to the story being celebrated. Intimate weddings gain a new dimension through carefully considered details — from floral design to curated gastronomic experiences that follow the rhythm of the evening.

Ceremony and reception venues include terraces, private beaches, piers, rooftops with panoramic views, and seaside restaurants, offering a range of possibilities — from intimate gatherings to sophisticated larger-scale events, accommodating from 20 to 200 guests.

Wedding organization is entrusted to a team experienced in delivering personalized events, with continuous coordination alongside the selected wedding planner throughout all stages — from initial concept and planning to final execution. Particular attention is given to key elements of the event:

• décor and floral arrangements, developed in collaboration with the wedding planner and designer, through carefully selected local partners or in-house solutions, aligned with the chosen style and season

Ceremony and reception venues include terraces, private beaches, piers, rooftops with panoramic views, and seaside restaurants, offering a range of possibilities — from intimate gatherings to sophisticated larger-scale events, accommodating from 20 to 200 guests.

Limoneto Restaurant & Beach Club stands as one of the most attractive wedding and event locations in Montenegro.

• gastronomy, featuring thoughtfully curated menus and wedding packages rooted in Mediterranean cuisine, tailored to the nature of the event and guest expectations

• technical production and event logistics, coordinated with the wedding planner and professional partners, including sound, lighting, and musical program

• accommodation capacities for guests, distributed across multiple Casa del Mare properties

The goal is not spectacle for its own sake, but the creation of an atmosphere that is both aesthetically refined and emotionally authentic.

LIMONETO — A STAGE FOR UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS

A seaside setting that naturally connects every part of the celebration

Limoneto Restaurant & Beach Club stands as one of the most attractive wedding and event locations in Montenegro.

Set by the sea, with direct boat access, the space allows for a seamless flow of the celebration — from a ceremony on the pier to dinner and the dancing segment unfolding across multiple beach and terrace areas.

The capacity varies depending on the chosen setup and event concept, accommodating both intimate weddings for 30–50 guests and larger celebrations of up to approximately 200 guests, while maintaining both functionality and visual coherence.

What distinguishes Limoneto is its balance between openness and intimacy — a space that offers freedom while preserving a sense of privacy.

The gastronomic concept is rooted in Mediterranean cuisine, with a focus on seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Carefully curated menus feature fresh fish and seafood, house-made pastas, and light, contemporary interpretations of traditional dishes, led by an experienced chef and culinary team. The design of the space provides a neutral yet sophisticated foundation, adaptable to a variety of decorative styles.

A WEDDING AS A MULTI-DAY EXPERIENCE

A concept that allows the celebration to unfold across several days and formats

One of the key values of the Casa del Mare concept lies in the possibility of transforming a wedding from a single event into a multi-day experience.

The program may include:

• a welcome dinner on a seaside terrace or in a rooftop restaurant

• the ceremony and main celebration, organized outdoors or across a combination of settings

• a brunch or relaxed gathering by the beach on the following day

In this way, the event gains continuity and a deeper dimension — both for the couple and their guests.

SEAMLESS ORGANIZATION

Professional coordination and discreet service ensuring full control of every aspect of the event

Behind every event stands an organization that operates with precision, yet without intrusion. This discretion in execution — where everything runs smoothly, without interruption or visible effort — represents one of the defining values of the Casa del Mare approach.

For couples, this means the freedom to fully immerse themselves in the moment, with the confidence that every element of the event is carefully managed.

For further information and all wedding-related inquiries, the Casa del Mare team is available via email at events@casadelmare.me and by phone at +382 (0)67 099 140.

AT A GLANCE

Locations:

Casa del Mare Mediterraneo 5* — Kamenari

Casa del Mare Vizura 4* — Dobrota

Casa del Mare Amfora 4* — Orahovac

Casa del Mare Barchetta 4* — Bijela

Property Type:

Seaside boutique hotels

Main Event Venue:

Limoneto Restaurant & Beach Club

Capacity:

20–200 guests

Accommodation:

Available across Casa del Mare hotels, up to 60 rooms & suites

Ceremony:

Outdoor (sea / terrace / pier)

Gastronomy: Mediterranean, vegetarian, customizable menus

Planning:

In-house support + external partners

Wedding Type:

Intimate, destination, multi-day

Season:

Seasonal / year-round

Contact: +382 (0)67 099 140 events@casadelmare.me

Behind every event stands an organization that operates with precision, yet without intrusion. This discretion in execution — where everything runs smoothly, without interruption or visible effort — represents one of the defining values of the Casa del Mare approach.

Selected Wedding Venues: Venues

GALIJA BEACH, MONTENEGRO

TALICI HILL - RUSTIC VILLAS, MONTENEGRO

LAZURE HOTEL & MARINA, MONTENEGRO

SEISENSI LUXURY BEACH VILLA, MONTENEGRO

MENEGHETTI WINE HOTEL &WINERY, CROATIA

FEATURING WEDDING

VENUES & HOTELS

A curated selection of spaces where weddings unfold with a sense of place, atmosphere, and continuity.

At a Glance

Capacity:

Palm Terrace: 80 guests (April–October)

Olive Terrace: 120 guests (April–October)

Sky Terrace: 100 guests (April–October)

Beach Bar: 600 guests (April–October)

Venue Style:

Luxurious coastal ambiance with modern details

Catering Options: Meat, fish, and vegetarian menus

Included in Rental:

Tables, chairs, basic decoration, sound system

Accommodation: Not available

Parking: Available

ADRIATICA RESTAURANT & BEACH CLUB Find us under the olive trees

Adriatica Restaurant is the perfect place for lovers of fine dining and impeccable service. Located right on the coast, with a stunning view of the charming town of Perast, this five-star restaurant offers an unforgettable experience that blends sophisticated cuisine with elegance.

Renowned for its exceptional selection of Mediterranean specialties, fresh fish, and seafood, Adriatica uses only the finest local ingredients, prepared with love and care by top chefs. A carefully curated selection of Montenegro’s finest wines, along with worldclass labels, completes the gastronomic experience, elevating every dish to a new level. Beyond delighting food enthusiasts, Adriatica is also one of the most sought-after wedding venues in Montenegro. With its idyllic location, luxurious ambiance, and flawless service, the restaurant creates a fairy-tale setting for those once-in-a-lifetime moments.

Whether you’re looking for an intimate dinner at sunset, a celebration of a special occasion, or the romantic wedding of your dreams, Adriatica is a destination that exceeds all expectations. Experience the perfect fusion of exquisite cuisine, elegance, and breathtaking views at a restaurant that captivates from the very first visit.

A: Kamenari bb, 85340 | T: +382 69 101 018 E: foodstylemne@gmail.com | I: adriatica_restaurant_

At a Glance

# of event spaces: 4

Maximum seating capacity:

Up to 100 guests outdoors and up to 70 guests indoors

Venue style:

Indoor and outdoor event space

Catering choises: On site catering

Rental includes:

Accommodation for 58 pax, breakfast, tables, hotel chairs, plates, cutlery, glasses

Parking options: Complimentary on Site

Parking Valet Available

SAN CANZIAN

A perfect place for all your bright and sunny moments

The hotel's architecture seamlessly integrates with the timeless charm of the Istrian village, creating a setting that is both captivating and romantic. As guests step into this haven, they are greeted by the scent of blooming nature and the gentle rustle of olive leaves in the breeze.

Elegant and comfortable rooms are thoughtfully designed, creating a sanctuary of relaxation and sophistication. What truly sets this venue apart is the dedication to offering the best of Istria in every aspect of the guest experience. The hotel's Michelin-recommended restaurant stands as a testament to this commitment. Here, culinary artistry meets local flavours, presenting a gastronomic journey that captures the essence of Istria on each plate. The menu is a celebration of the region's finest ingredients, expertly crafted to please the most demanding gastronomy lovers.

In conclusion, San Canzian offers not just a place to stay, but an experience that transcends the ordinary. It is a destination where the magic of a medieval village, the allure of olive groves and vineyards, and the sophistication of elegant design converge to create an unforgettable setting for weddings and celebrations. For those seeking a fairytale beginning to their marital journey, this hidden gem in the heart of Istria beckons, promising an experience that is as unique as it is timeless.

A: Muzolini donji 7, 52460 Buje, Croatia | T: +385 99 5462000

E: info@san-canzian.hr | W: san-canzian.hr

At a Glance

# of event spaces: 2

Maximum seating capacity: 450

Venue style: Outdoor event

Catering choises: On site catering

Rental includes: Presence of event manager during the event, hostesses, security

Parking options: Parking Available 120

GALIJA BEACHEnchanted Vows by the Adriatic: Gallia Beach as Your Dream Wedding Destination

Galija Beach, nestled in the serene beauty of Montenegro's Sveti Stefan, emerges as an enchanting wedding venue along the Adriatic. This exquisite beach, with its distinct red rocks and golden sands, offers a picturesque setting that captivates the heart. Surrounded by verdant forests and rich Mediterranean flora, it presents a naturally romantic paradise ideal for celebrating love.

The beach's crystal-clear waters invite not just for swimming but provide a magical underwater backdrop for unique wedding photos, especially appealing to couples who enjoy snorkeling or diving. Imagine exchanging vows with the vibrant marine life as witnesses to your union.

Galija is not just about the scenic beauty; it's a venue that seamlessly blends the joy of celebration with the tranquility of nature. It offers the perfect ambiance for weddings, whether you're envisioning a sunset ceremony or a starlit celebration. The presence of renowned DJs can elevate your wedding reception, allowing you and your guests to celebrate your love with dancing on the beach under the stars.

T: +382 67 06 00 05

E: plaza.galija.me@gmail.com

I: galija.beach

At a Glance

# of event spaces: 3

Maximum seating capacity: 300

Venue style: Rustic elegance meets Mediterranean romance

Catering choises: In house catering, all options

Rental includes: Villa privatization, Accommodation, Indoor Event room, Personnel

Accommodation: 7 Bedrooms, up to 18 Guests

Parking options: Free parking up to 100 cars

TALIĆI HILL - RUSTIC VILLAS

Vows with a View – Only at Talići Hill

Nestled on the coast of Montenegro hills, Talići Hill - Rustic Villas is a lovingly restored 17th-century stone estate, offering couples a destination wedding venue rich in history, charm, and panoramic beauty. Once the ancestral home of the Čakalović family, this timeless villa has transformed into a sanctuary of rustic elegance and Mediterranean soul. With sweeping views of the sea, olive groves, and mountain peaks, the property is designed for unforgettable celebrations. From intimate vows on the hilltop to vibrant receptions by the infinity pool or under string lights in the olive garden, every corner is picture-perfect. The estate hosts up to 300 guests outdoors and 60 - 80 indoors, with seven luxurious bedrooms accommodating up to 18 guests. Talici Hill is not a wedding factory. It’s a deeply personal place - crafted with care, privacy, and soul. Guests can also extend their celebration across our second venue by pairing with our SeiSensi Beach Villa with a bundle package.

Whether it’s a weekend-long celebration or a once-in-a-lifetime gathering, this is where your love story meets history - under the sun, among the hills and over the Adriatic sea.

T: +382 68 068 843

E: info@thill.pro

W: talicihill.com

I: talici.hill.rustic.villas

At a Glance

#of event spaces: Wedding Park, Rocco Lobby Bar with Chappel, Rosemarine Terrace and Promenade, Orjen Hall, Rosemarine Courtyard, Augusto Courtyard and Beach bar (in total 7)

Maximum seating capacity: 150 pax

Venue style: boutique, unique, heritage, luxury

Catering choices: banquet, set menu, buffet

Rental includes: cutlery, glasses, plates, chairs, tables, tablecloths, napkins

Accommodation:

128 rooms and suites in total, 24 units in Historical building + 104 units in Contemporary building

Parking options: outside parking spaces and garage

LAZURE HOTEL & MARINA

An Adriatic Setting for Timeless Celebrations

Some places are not described — they are felt. Lazure Hotel & Marina belongs to that rare category. Set along the quiet Adriatic coast, it offers a refined balance between heritage and contemporary ease, creating a setting where everything unfolds with intention.

Stone walls carry a sense of time, while open terraces dissolve into the horizon. Light moves gently throughout the day — from soft daylight to candlelit intimacy — shaping the atmosphere without effort. Here, weddings do not impose themselves on the space; they move in harmony with it.

The approach is quiet, precise, and considered. Every detail has its place, yet nothing feels excessive. There is room for tradition, and freedom to reinterpret it in a personal way. In that balance, celebrations emerge that feel both effortless and deeply curated.

The experience extends beyond a single day. Guests linger, moments stretch, and the sea remains a constant presence — subtle, grounding, essential.

Lazure does not define your wedding. It gives it context.

A: Braće Pedišića, Meljine, Herceg Novi | E: events@lazure.me W: lazure.me | I: lazure_montenegro

At a Glance

# of event spaces: 1

Maximum seating capacity: 30

Venue style: Modern Coastal Elegance with Minimalist Luxury

Catering choises: In house catering, all options

Rental includes: Villa privatization, Accommodation, Indoor living room space, Personnel

Accommodation: 4 Bedrooms, up to 14 Guests

Parking options: Parking up to 4 cars

SEISENSI LUXURY BEACH VILLA Elegance Lives

by the Shore

Imagine a villa where the sun kisses the sea, and every sunset feels like your own private painting. SeiSensi Luxury Beach Villa is a modern seaside sanctuary with direct beach access and panoramic Adriatic views, designed for couples and groups seeking exclusivity, style, and serenity. With four spacious en-suite bedrooms spread across three levels, SeiSensi accommodates up to 14 guests in refined comfort. The master suite offers sweeping sea views, while the ground floor flows into a stylish lounge, kitchen-bar, and an expansive terrace. Below, three high-ceiling bedrooms open to the lush, private outdoor space.

Whether you're hosting an intimate beach wedding, a group celebration, or simply retreating from the world, SeiSensi offers a heated infinity pool, al fresco dining with a built-in barbecue, and the option for private chefs, bartenders, and full-service staff.

This is not just a villa.

This is a symphony of sea, light, and luxury—a place where unforgettable moments unfold with every breeze.

A: Zeleni Pojas bb, Bar, Montenegro

T: +382 68 068 843

E: info@thill.pro

I: seisensi.villa

At a Glance

# of event spaces: 4

Maximum seating capacity: 160pax

Venue style: indoor and outdoor event space

Catering choises: On site catering

Rental includes:

Entire venue with its various locations, accommodation in 59 units with breakfast and dedicated service

Accommodation: 59 units

Parking options: Parking Included

MENEGHETTI WINE HOTEL & WINERY An Elegant Wedding in a Fairy Tale Ambience

In the heart of Istria, near the charming village of Bale, lies the exquisite Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery, an enchanting haven ensconced behind centuries-old cypress trees and embraced by verdant pastures, vineyards, and olive groves. This fairytale venue is meticulously crafted to celebrate your most cherished moments in unparalleled elegance. The estate's typical Istrian architecture, seamlessly enhanced with contemporary interior design, perfectly complements the breathtaking landscape of the Mediterranean's most beautiful region. It's precisely as you've imagined—an idyllic setting for your special occasion. Nature provides an unparalleled backdrop for your celebrations, and nowhere is this more evident than within the enchanting Meneghetti estate. Host your festivity amidst ancient oak trees or beside a serene pool, with views of vineyards and the lush natural surroundings that imbue an air of sophisticated tranquility—ideal for any grand event. For a lavish open-air wedding, we can accommodate up to 150 guests, ensuring an unforgettable experience under the Mediterranean sky. If your special day is an intimate affair with close family members, our restaurant offers an atmosphere of refined elegance, perfect for a sumptuous dinner for up to 50 guests.

Celebrate your special moments in the epitome of luxury at Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery, where timeless beauty and modern sophistication unite to create the perfect setting for memories that will last a lifetime.

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WEDDING

Adriatica Restaurant & Beach Club

Kamenari bb, Herceg Novi, Montenegro adriatica_restaurant_

Casa Del Mare

Kamenari bb, 85342, Montenegro www.casadelmare.me casa_del_mare_montenegro

Doroteja Tipšin

Editorial & Destination Wedding

Photographer

Based in Europe dorotejatipsin_wedd

Galija Beach

Sveti Stefan, Crvena Glavica

Budva, Montenegro galija.beach

Lazure Hotel & Marina

Braće Pedišića, Meljine, Herceg Novi, Montenegro www.lazure.me @lazure_montenegro

Meneghetti Wine Hotel &Winery

Stancija Meneghetti 1, Bale, Croatia www.meneghetti.hr meneghetti_istria

SeiSensi Luxury Beach Villa

Zeleni Pojas, Bar 85000 seisensi.villa

San Canzian Wedding Venue

Muzolini donji 7, 52460 Buje, Croatia www.san-canzian.hr sancanzian_weddings

Talići Hill - Rustic Villas Cendulica, Brca, Sutomore 85355 www.talicihill.com talici.hill.rustic.villas

Weddings & Events by Andreja Vuković Montenegro www.weddingevents4.me andrejavukovic_weddings_events

Let's create MAGIC TOGETHER

Luxurious, sophisticated, and unmistakably original - this is how I approach every celebration I create. My name is Andreja Vukovic, and as a Signature Wedding & Event Planner, I bring over a decade of international experience to designing unforgettable, tailor-made weddings and events.

I specialize in crafting refined, bespoke experiences - from intimate elopements to lavish destination wedding weekends, always focusing on the details that make your celebration truly yours. With a deep knowledge of exclusive locations and a passion for excellence, I ensure every moment is seamless, elegant, and extraordinary.

Because, after all, it’s your wedding day - your way.

T: +382 67 308 291

Ig: andrejavukovic_weddings_events

BELGRADE’S LEADING HOTEL OF THE WORLD

Discover the art of refined hospitality at Square Nine, Belgrade’s design landmark envisioned by renowned architect Isay Weinfeld. Tucked within the historic heart of the city, it offers impeccable service, fine dining, and an extraordinary collection of original mid-century furnishings.

Choose from 45 elegant rooms and suites (32–175 sqm), featuring warm Cumaru wood paneling, Pratesi linens, Treca de Paris beds, Diptyque amenities, and curated design touches - vintage kilims, Felisi leather details, and timeless mid-century style. Throughout the hotel, discover authentic American and Scandinavian mid-century pieces, setting the tone for sophisticated comfort.

THE PRESIDENTIAL SUITE

A statement in elegance, this expansive suite features a generous living and dining area, separate bedroom, walk-in closet, marble bathroom, and kitchenette. A wraparound terrace with hot tub and loungers reveals sweeping city views. Mid-century icons, from a Danish rosewood bar to Børge Mogensen and Hans Wegner designs, elevate the experience throughout.

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Enjoy world-class cuisine and drinks in the intimate lobby bar, the elegant dining room, the serene courtyard, or the rooftop Japanese restaurant overlooking the city skyline. Rejuvenate in the serene wellness area with its 18-meter pool, Technogym fitness center, sauna, steam room, Japanese ofuro tub, and a menu of expert-led treatments. Personal training sessions available on request.

Studentski Trg 9, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia TEL: +381 11 33 33 510, reservations@squarenine.rs www.squarenine.rs

LIFESTYLE, ART & EDUCATION

Sand Stone by Technogym

THE NEW ERA OF WELLNESS LUXURY LIVING

The new Technogym collection for the most exclusive wellness spaces, characterized by a warm, textured, and enveloping aesthetic that blends authenticity and innovation, redefining the standards of wellness interior design.

thetic that helps improve brand identity, customer experience, and perceived value. Every space becomes an opportunity to communicate quality, refinement, and a wellness-conscious approach.

Sand Stone’s versatile and cross-cutting aesthetic offering is the only one that enables the creation of wall-towall wellness spaces that include products for cardio, strength and functional training in a complete family feeling. This creates a refined environment where design and performance merge into a seamless experience across different lines and products: Technogym Checkup, Artis cardio, Artis strength, Biostrength, up to Personal Tools and Technogym Reform.

The Sand Stone collection by Technogym offers a renewed aesthetic inspired by nature, combining careful design and advanced materials to differentiate and elevate the design of the most exclusive wellness spaces. The authenticity and warmth of typical Mediterranean sandstone give rise to a versatile and sophisticated palette, capable of combining performance, sustainability, and timeless elegance in a wide variety of premium wellness contexts. The neutral tones and meticulously designed finishes allow the products to blend perfectly with wood, stone, and other high-quality materials, creating authentic and immersive spaces.

Sand Stone’s versatile and cross-cutting aesthetic offering is the only one that enables the creation of wall-to-wall wellness spaces that include products for cardio, strength and functional training in a complete family feeling. This creates a refined environment where design and performance merge into a seamless experience across different lines and products: Technogym Checkup, Artis cardio, Artis strength, Biostrength, up to Personal Tools and Technogym Reform.

Designed for both homes and high-end wellness spaces in hotels, residential complexes, and fitness clubs, Sand Stone allows you to create highly distinctive environments. Thanks to Sand Stone, architects can differentiate their offerings thanks to a consistent and uniform aes-

Sand Stone’s innovation extends to its materials and finishes, designed to foster a renewed connection with nature through textures, colors and sensations inspired by the natural world.

• Speckled Stone: the product casings are made from an innovative plastic material that contains 2-3% natural mica for a texturized effect reminiscent of real stone. 30% of these components come from recycled materials to reduce production impact.

• Warm Titanium: frames and inlays (the details that define the silhouettes of Artis products) in a metalized titanium finish express both luxury and technology, inspired by contemporary design’s most iconic hitech objects.

• Clay: all the tactile surfaces that come into direct contact with the user, such as handles and seats in vegan leather, are made from an opaque warm material that is pleasing to the touch, designed for natural and comfortable interaction.

• Beech and ash wood: the presence of natural wood veining reflects the most organic, living dimension of the material (in the Personal Tools handles and Technogym Reform frame).

Together, these elements create a holistic and exclusive design language made up of warm and welcoming tones that invite everyone to train without intimidation, offering users a unique wellness experience and operators the opportunity to create unique and differentiated spaces.

Technogym

Founded in 1983, Technogym is a world-leading brand for fitness, wellness, sport, and health. Technogym offers a complete ecosystem made of connected smart fitness equipment, digital services, training content and apps that enable each user to access a fully personalized workout experience, anywhere and anytime: at home, at the gym and on-the-go. With over 2,500 employees Technogym is present in over 100 countries. More than 70 million people train with Technogym equipment in 100,000 wellness centers and 500,000 private homes in the world. For the tenth time, Technogym has been appointed as the Official Supplier of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics and it’s the reference brand for the training of worldwide champions.

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Shaun Killa The Future, Designed in Motion

“Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is the subtle intervention of beauty that doesn’t shout or try to be something that it is not. To fit into Dubai’s architecture scene, we ensured that it would remain timeless by not being overly articulated in form but rather subtle, simple and elegant – allowing it to be discovered and admired.” – Shaun Killa

"With worlds ultra-yachts as the inspiration, we wanted to create the same sense of being in water through curvatures, almost like a yacht going out to sea. "

Q. The Collection Magazine: What was the design vision for Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab and what was your brief? How did you come up with this concept?

A. Shaun Killa: When we were asked to come up with a design for Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, one of the first criteria was that it needed to complement Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. So, not only did we have to come up with a design that respected this iconic property but also one that would complete and complement the trilogy of hotels including Jumeirah Beach Hotel.

We had to first decide what story we wanted to tell through our design, so we examined the properties along the beachfront to make sure that our narrative fitted in seamlessly with the existing properties. This is where we conceptualised our design story, one that would originate at Madinat Jumeirah and end at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. It depicts the evolution of design, starting with Jumeirah Al Qasr and Jumeirah Mina Al Salam and their traditional architecture, moving on to Jumeirah Al Naseem’s classic design and next transitioning to modern archi-

tecture at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel. The design story ultimately concludes at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, where we look at what the future holds through futuristic yet more fluid or sinuous architecture.

With worlds ultra-yachts as the inspiration, we wanted to create the same sense of being in water through curvatures, almost like a yacht going out to sea. Previously we didn’t have the software to create double formed designs, so modern lines had curvature but were almost 2D and sharp edged. With the software and technology we have today we are able to create that fluidity with design and create double curved forms. The residence building slopes in one direction and the other curves back on itself to create a dynamic movement. It was designed to give a sense of the building moving in a direction – although stationary, the eye creates this movement.

Our next component was to ensure that the hotel allowed views through to the Jumeirah Burj Al Arab, which is why we decided to split the buildings to showcase the iconic view.

Q. How is the hotel truly unique architecturally in your opinion? What less obvious unique design features are there?

A. The arch under the hotel is one of the most unique design aspects of this project. It represents the entire guest drop-off experience. Normally when guests are dropped off at a hotel

they are behind the building or at best at the lobby and as they move through the building, they become more aware of where they have arrived.

We wanted to create a unique guest experience where the moment you drive up to the hotel and get dropped off, you are presented with this beautiful view where the arch opens to frame Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the design journey begins.

Another unique area is the D-marin marina. The hotel is flat by the marina with extensive resort landscaping on either side to represent a luxury yacht heading out to sea. As I love the sea so much, I also felt that there was an opportunity to utilise the space in the marina to create a series of stunning villas. Originally the marina walls had the rock revetment on the outside, concreate on the inside and sand in the middle – which was enough for parking and a two-way road next to it. To create the perched villas, we moved the rock revetment out by 6 metres and filled it with sand to build the nine villas, creating an extension of the whole marina experience.

The penthouses at the top of the residences have a full 360-degree experience; as the design slowly peals away it presents a cascading prowl of a luxury ship and the balconies provide for the perfect view.

When we first came up with the design for the hotel, we could’ve easily combined it with the

“Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is the subtle intervention of beauty that doesn’t shout or try to be something that it is not. To fit into Dubai’s architecture scene, we ensured that it would remain timeless by not being overly articulated in form but rather subtle, simple and elegant – allowing it to be discovered and admired.” –

residences. However, we were very conscious that Burj Al Arab Jumeirah is such a significant icon that we did not want to block tourists from the view from the beach. We spent a tremendous amount of time taking photos from different angles and GPS positions to ensure we were giving guests and visitors the best possible viewpoint. This is why the hotel and residences are set so far apart, to allow for that viewing experience of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab.

Q. Did you incorporate sustainable methods within the design?

A. We used the balconies as a shading device to the glass; the wraparound balcony experience means that the glass facades very seldom have direct sunlight on it. In doing this we reduced the heat load on the building, lowering the cooling load per sqm by up to 40%. All the mechanical and electrical systems have been specified as low energy recovery systems and work together to reduce the overall energy consumption.

Q. What do you enjoy most about experiencing Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab?

A. As a team, we have worked tirelessly to design and bring this property to life. Now that it is open, it is incredibly rewarding to see it in the hands of guests, being experienced and enjoyed as intended.

"I would love to see a James Bond movie being filmed at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. The arch of the hotel with Jumeirah Burj Al Arab against a glowing sunset would make for the perfect backdrop as he pulls up in his Aston Martin."

Q. What kind of avant-garde ideas or unique methods have you portrayed through Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab?

A. The hotel consists of a lower ground floor, a mezzanine floor, a ground floor, 16 hotel floors and a roof. The steel arch structure was created as the drop-off area for the hotel and acts as a transfer slab for the 11 floors of the hotel structure above.

The structural steel arch’s main elements are two main arches and two cross arches that are 16.5m high from the base level. At the foundation level, the steel arch is supported on two 5625mm deep pile caps that are tied with two horizontal steel boxes as tie beams at the base level. The Reinforced Cement Concrete vertical elements are planted on an internal steel truss within the arch that consists of beams and overhanging beams to support the planted concrete cores and columns. The steel arch is composed of compact box sections with different dimensions, depths, widths, and thicknesses.

The approximate total weight of the arch is around 3000 tonnes. The arch was made in segments at the fabrication yard, transported in segments and installed on temporary supports at the site. All connected to gather by site welding.

I especially like arriving at the hotel, being dropped off, and heading up to the terrace to watch the sunset, taking in the atmosphere as guests explore and immerse themselves in everything the hotel has to offer. This project is ultimately about giving back to guests, ensuring they leave with lasting memories to share with their loved ones.

Q. How does Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab’s design reflect on the overall guest experience?

A. The building slowly reveals itself by creating surprise at the arch drop-off followed by flowing movements of the interior space. After travelling for many hours, we wanted the design to start the guest experience from the moment the chauffeur door opens, and you step outside. The F&B experiences across the hotel have also been carefully crafted to create intimacy.

Q. If Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab was a movie set, what movie do you see being filmed there?

A. I would love to see a James Bond movie being filmed at Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab. The arch of the hotel with Jumeirah Burj Al Arab against a glowing sunset would make for the perfect backdrop as he pulls up in his Aston Martin.

Q. In 5 words, how would you describe Marsa Al Arab?

• Elegant

• Avant-Garde

• Futuristic

• Emotive

• Soft

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H-FARM International School Venice

WHERE EDUCATION, STARTUPS, AND INNOVATION COEXIST

INTERVIEW WITH EMILIANO CORI, HEAD OF SCHOOL AT H-FARM INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL VENICE

H-FARM International School Venice stands at the heart of a unique 50-hectare innovation campus overlooking the Venetian lagoon. Here, learning is rooted in hands-on experiences, interdisciplinary projects, and real-world challenges that transform ideas into practical skills, all while nurturing every dimension of a student’s growth.

"Our community is truly global. Over the years, our boarding high school has welcomed more than 700 students from 53 nationalities, representing all six continents."

Our community is truly global. Over the years, our boarding high school has welcomed more than 700 students from 53 nationalities, representing all six continents. This vibrant international environment enriches daily life on campus, offering young people the opportunity to learn, live, and grow alongside peers from around the world. By designing each learning experience around key dimensions of success - learning, language, emotional and social development, community engagement, and future readiness - we guide students toward becoming confident, aware, and globally minded individuals prepared for the world ahead.

Q. The Collection Magazine: What is the core educational vision of H-FARM International School, and how does it differ from more traditional international schools in Italy and Europe?

A. Emiliano Cori: At H-FARM International School, education is understood in a fuller sense. Academic excellence matters deeply, but

it is not enough on its own. A school should also shape judgement, language, imagination, character, and the capacity to live and work well with others. This is why our work is guided by the Six Dimensions of Success: learning, emotional, social, community, language, and preparedness for the future. They reflect a simple but demanding belief: education should attend not only to what students know, but to who they are becoming.

What distinguishes H-FARM is that this vision is not a decorative language around a conventional model. It is built into the life of the school. We are an IB school situated within a wider ecosystem of innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, and creativity, but we are equally clear that innovation without depth is shallow. We want students who can move with confidence between scientific rigour and human reflection, between multilingual fluency and cultural understanding, between technological skill and sound judgement. That breadth gives the school its particular identity.

Q. How would you describe the school’s mission in preparing students for the future?

A. Preparing students for the future means more than preparing them for employment. The future will ask of them adaptability, discernment, courage, intellectual steadiness, and the ability to remain human in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence. Our task, then, is not simply to equip students with skills,

but to form young people who can meet complexity without being overwhelmed by it.

This is why our approach to learning and teaching matters greatly. We want students to learn through a disciplined architecture of thought: they begin by retrieving and activating prior knowledge; they are then carefully framed into the central question or problem; they encounter rich material and ideas; they are asked to struggle with them rather than skim across them; they synthesise, refine, and test their understanding; and they end by reflecting on how their thinking has shifted. That sequence matters because it helps students move beyond performance towards understanding. In a world shaped by speed and artificial intelligence, such habits become even more important. Students need not only access to powerful tools, but the intellectual discipline to question, interpret, judge, and use them wisely.

This is also why philosophy in MYP is an intentional choice. At a school like ours, students should not only excel in coding, mathematics, and the sciences; they should also learn to think carefully about perennial questions alongside thinkers such as Heraclitus, Plato, and Aristotle. They learn that philosophy is not a loose exchange of opinions, but a disciplined attempt to think with clarity about truth, knowledge, virtue, change, reality, and the human good. In the age of AI, that kind of education becomes even more necessary. It helps students distinguish information from wisdom, assertion from argument, and speed from depth.

Q. Can you explain how H-FARM’s curriculum integrates technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship compared to a standard academic track?

A. At H-FARM, technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship are not marginal additions to a standard curriculum. They are part of its inner design. Students encounter them across disciplines and across the years, not as isolated specialisms but as ways of thinking, making, and solving problems. Technology is used to deepen learning and widen possibilities. Creativity is treated as a form of intelligence. Entrepreneurship is understood not as a narrow business language, but as initiative, agency, and the disciplined movement from idea to reality. This takes concrete form in several ways. In MYP 4, the Start Up Lab asks students to move from business model to launch and to present their work publicly. The point is not performance alone, but method: learning to identify a problem, imagine a solution, test it, refine it, and communicate it well. For students with particular strength in STEM, the Euler Programme offers a more demanding route, while the Technology Leaders of the Future project combines the rigour of the IB with an advanced pathway designed for highly able students in mathematics, science, and computer science. In DP, H-ELEVATE provides mentorship and intellectual stretch for students of especially strong academic promise.

"What distinguishes H-FARM is that this vision is not a decorative language around a conventional model. It is built into the life of the school. We are an IB school situated within a wider ecosystem of innovation, entrepreneurship, technology, and creativity, but we are equally clear that innovation without depth is shallow."

"Preparing students for the future means more than preparing them for employment. The future will ask of them adaptability, discernment, courage, intellectual steadiness, and the ability to remain human in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence."

What matters is that none of this is pursued in isolation. The curriculum aims to form minds that are capable, inventive, and serious.

Q. H-FARM’s campus is well known — how does the environment itself contribute to student learning and creativity?

A. The environment teaches as well. Education does not happen only through lessons, but through atmosphere, beauty, rhythm, encounter, and the quality of everyday life. H-FARM’s campus offers students something rare: a setting in which school, nature, innovation, sport, creativity, and international community are held together in one living space. That has a real educational effect. Students do not experience school as a sealed institution cut off from life, but as part of a wider world of ideas, work, and possibility.

The same is true of boarding. At H-FARM International School, boarding is not treated as a logistical service attached to the school, but as an educational space in its own right. It helps students grow in independence, maturity, responsibility, and belonging. In an international setting, that matters greatly. It becomes a daily education in community life, cultural encounter, and the wise use of freedom.

Q. Are there international exchange programmes, study abroad opportunities, or global partnerships?

A. Yes, and they are a significant strength of the school. Through the IB, through our multilingual environment, and through the wider Nord Anglia Education network, students are part of a genuinely global community. They gain access to Global Campus opportunities, international expeditions, competitions, and collaborations that widen horizons and deepen ambition.

The partnership with MIT is especially valuable, both for students and for staff, because it places advanced scientific and technological thinking in direct conversation with school life. There are also experiences that bring learning out of abstraction and into the world, such as coral restoration in the Maldives, where students engage directly with marine biology and sustainability. These opportunities matter because they allow students to test knowledge in reality and to grow in confidence, perspective, and responsibility.

Q. H-FARM International School has a reputation for innovation — how do you bring real-world business exposure into the student experience?

A. One of our strengths is that students are not learning at a distance from the worlds of enterprise, design, and innovation, but they are surrounded by them.

Because the school is embedded within a broader ecosystem of entrepreneurs, startups, professionals, and creative industries, ideas are not left suspended in theory. Students see how they are tested, refined, improved, and sometimes abandoned in contact with reality.

That proximity matters as through entrepreneurial projects, mentoring, applied challenges, and presentations to authentic audiences, students begin to understand that innovation is not a matter of slogans or speed. It requires clarity, discipline, resilience, teamwork, and the willingness to revise one’s thinking. Real-world business exposure, then, is not about turning children into miniature executives. It is about helping them understand how ideas become meaningful in the world.

Q. Do students get opportunities to collaborate with startups, industry professionals or participate in real projects?

A. Yes, very much so. Students work on projects with real audiences, real constraints, and real purpose. That changes the quality of engagement. When students know that their work must stand before others or respond to an actual need, they think more carefully, communicate more clearly, and take greater ownership. This is true in entrepreneurial work such as the Acceleration Lab, in advanced STEM pathways such as Euler and TLF, and in experiential projects that connect learning to science, sustainability, and innovation beyond the classroom.

Q. How does H-FARM International School engage with local and global communities beyond the campus?

A. A good school does not educate students away from the world, but into it. We want our students to understand that belonging to a community, local and global, carries responsibilities. This is closely connected to our approach to multilingualism. Language is not simply a tool for communication; it is also a way of entering other worlds, widening thought, and learning to listen with greater care. Our work with the Multilingual Learning Research Center reflects that belief and supports a move beyond a narrow English-only model towards stronger multilingual and translanguaging practices across the school.

Q. If you could sum up in one sentence why a family should choose H-FARM International School, what would it be?

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Privacy as the New Luxury: How Architecture

Shapes Everyday Living

A NEW DEVELOPMENT IN BELGRADE PLACES

PEOPLE AND NATURE AT THE FOREFRONT

In today’s fast-paced world, where everything is accessible and constantly in motion, privacy has become one of the most valuable forms of luxury. Not as isolation, but as the ability to truly own the space we live in a space thoughtfully designed with a clear understanding of how life unfolds within it, every single day.

“In the initial phase, we do not start from how many square meters we can sell, but from the level of quality of life we want to achieve,” explains Veroslava Milenković, Project Manager.

From this perspective emerges a different approach to residential development, one that is increasingly present in developed European markets, and now finding its place in Belgrade through the Marina Dorćol project, developed by SEBRE.

Unlike conventional developments, where the focus is on maximizing sellable square meters, this project begins from a different premise - the quality of everyday living.

“In the initial phase, we do not start from how many square meters we can sell, but from the level of quality of life we want to achieve,” explains Veroslava Milenković, Project Manager.

The result of this approach is evident in the very way life within the development is organized particularly in the case of the Talas building.

Although conceived as a unified architectural entity, the Talas (Wave) building is organized through ten separate entrances. Each entrance serves only 17 to 18 apartments, with typically just two apartments per floor. In practice, this translates into fewer encounters in shared spac-

es, less waiting time, and a living experience that feels closer to a private residence than a large residential complex.

What may initially appear as a lower level of spatial efficiency is, in fact, a deliberate decision. With a net-to-gross ratio of approximately 67% significantly below the market averagepart of the space is intentionally not optimized for sale, but for quality.

“We do not see these square meters as lost, but as an investment in the quality of life for future residents.”

Wider corridors, more comfortable circulation areas, and carefully designed vertical cores are not luxuries in the conventional sense, yet they are precisely what make a difference in everyday living.

This philosophy extends into the details that shape daily functionality: each apartment includes a private storage unit, every entrance features dedicated bicycle storage, and parking spaces are designed to accommodate larger vehicles. Technical systems further enhance living quality, including a geothermal system and the possibility of individual consumption control ensuring long-term efficiency and comfort.

At the same time, carefully designed shared spaces, a promenade along the Danube, and professionally maintained surroundings extend the living experience beyond the apartment itself - creating an environment where everyday life unfolds naturally, between private and public space.

This philosophy extends into the details that shape daily functionality: each apartment includes a private storage unit, every entrance features dedicated bicycle storage, and parking spaces are designed to accommodate larger vehicles.

Within this concept, Marina Dorćol clearly positions itself beyond conventional market standards. Author-driven architecture and a long-term, thoughtfully developed concept reinforce a value that extends well beyond the moment of purchase and continues to grow over time.

At a time when square footage is often treated as the ultimate measure of value, projects like this raise a different question: not how much space we are buying, but how we choose to live within it.

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What may initially appear as a lower level of spatial efficiency is, in fact, a deliberate decision. With a net-to-gross ratio of approximately 67% — significantly below the market average — part of the space is intentionally not optimized for sale, but for quality.

“We do not see these square meters as lost, but as an investment in the quality of life for future residents.”

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GROWTH & GEOGRAPHICAL BREAKDOWN

EHistorically, both globally and in Europe, branded residences have been largely balanced between urban and resort locations, with the current weighting in Europe at 49% urban and 51% resort.

urope remains one of the most established branded residential regions globally, with more than 140 completed schemes - ranking just behind North America and Asia Pacific. Yet, looking ahead, by 2032 Europe is projected to become the smallest region by project count (completed and pipeline), with the Middle East & Africa (24%), North America (23%), Asia Pacific (21%), and Central & Latin America (16%) all holding a greater share against Europe’s 16%. Even so, the region is far from stagnating, with the total number of European schemes expected to more than double, rising from 141 at the end of 2025 to over 300 schemes by 2032. Turkey retains its leading position doubling its current supply from 22 completed schemes to 44 in the next five years. The UK, formerly in second place, is overtaken by both Spain (36 completed and pipeline) and Portugal (33 completed and pipeline). Interestingly, Turkey and Spain have the largest pipeline with 22 projects each, closely followed by Portugal with 18 pipeline projects. Whilst the UK is joint with Turkey for completed projects with 22, it does not have the depth in pipeline, largely due to a lack of resort-based locations compared to the rest of Europe. But where the UK struggles to keep pace at a national level,

London continues to lead the way in terms of cities, closely followed by Istanbul. Other notable mentions should go to Lisbon, Madrid and Athens, whose pipeline outweigh their existing stock. What is encouraging is to see that seven out of the top 10 countries look to double (or more) their existing stock.

STRUCTURAL TRENDS

Historically, both globally and in Europe, branded residences have been largely balanced between urban and resort locations, with the current weighting in Europe at 49% urban and 51% resort. However, Europe’s pipeline shows a decisive move toward resort developments, which will, by 2032, represent 65% of total supply as we see developers targeting both the Mediterranean coastline and Europe’s expansive mountain ranges. Historically subject to marked seasonal swings, both these markets are increasingly achieving year-round appeal driving more consistent demand. This is compounded by the continued complexities of developing branded residences in Europe’s capital cities such as securing suitable sites, strict planning & heritage restrictions and high land costs. Notably, this is a considerably higher shift than that seen at a global level, where pipeline projects remain comparatively balanced at 46% urban and 54% resort. When considering co-located versus standalone development (for both hotel and non-hotel brands), we have seen

a fairly consistent weighting of 70/30 (respectively) over the years across completed projects both globally and regionally. In line with recent messaging, more and more brands are expanding their standalone offering and the global statistics reflect this. In Europe however, this isn’t the case. In fact, the 71% co-located / 29% standalone split we see across completed schemes is set to remain the same over the next five years. This lack of change is somewhat unexpected, given the strong momentum in resort developments noted earlier. Resorts are an environment where co-located projects are naturally more compelling, therefore we would expect the numbers to swing even further in favour of co-located schemes. When analysing the hotel brands in isolation, the breakdown is obviously more in favour of co-located schemes, given the obvious synergies between the two use-classes. The make up across completed developments by the end of 2025 stood at 86% co-located and 14% standalone, whilst the pipeline shows a slight shift towards the standalone model (increasing by two percentage points).

BRAND LEADER BOARDS & BRAND CLASSIFICATIONS

At the parent group level, Marriott continues to lead the European hotel-branded residential landscape in total project count (37), supported by its extensive brand portfolio. Accor now commands the strongest pipeline, with more than 21 schemes in development, while Radisson’s growing presence further strengthens its position among the region’s top performers. At an individual hotel brand level, it is the Asian hotel giant Mandarin Oriental that tops the leaderboard in terms of total projects with 18 schemes due to be operational in the region by 2032. This represents a staggering 260% increase from their current supply of five projects as we see the brand develop out across all development types and locations. Radisson Blu stands out as one of Europe’s most active hotel brands, with a total of 12 schemes expected to be operational by 2032. Four Seasons and Six Senses are joint in third, with an impressive and diverse mix of alpine, rural, seafronting and urban developments. Perhaps most notable in this list however, is The Ritz-Carlton who, by a margin, has the largest share of any singular brand globally (both in completed and pipeline projects) and shows a relatively strong presence across Europe currently but zero pipeline projects in the region.

When assessing the evolution of hotel brand chain scales the key take-away globally in the last 12-24 months is that luxury brands still dominate the sector but their market share continues to reduce over time as we see the advent of lower chain scales (particularly upper-upscale and upscale) into the branded residential space. However, in Europe, we see a somewhat different phenomenon.

Luxury brands are set to increase their regional presence (from 55% to 59%) with strong pipelines in Turkey (12) Spain (11), UK (8) and Greece (8). Upperupscale brands see their market share reduce from 25% to just 20%, and broadly in line with global dynamics, upscale brands increase their share from 11% to 14%. The pipeline suggests broad-based growth across nearly all chain scales – except for Economy, where alignment with the branded residential model remains limited.

Non-hotel brands continue to carve out a distinct segment of the European branded residential landscape with five non-hotel brands poised to deliver their first branded scheme between now and 2032. The YOO parent group remains the dominant force by a considerable margin, having established an early foothold in the sector long before many of its peers. The group leads both in completed schemes - 16 to date - and in future supply, with nine projects currently in the pipeline. When considering individual non-hotel brands, Ando Living has emerged as the region’s next strongest player, supported by its concentration in Portugal. We also see several new entrants into the top 10, three of which, namely Pininfarina, Missoni and Nobu have more than three developments confirmed in the pipeline having never developed in the region to date. With the exception of YOO and Armani, all of the Top 10 brands are more than doubling their existing presence in the region – the landscape is changing, and fast. Within the non-hotel category, design-led brands remain the dominant force (mostly through YOO’s presence), representing 61% of completed stock.

However, their share in the pipeline eases to 46%, suggesting that the market is gradually broadening as new entrants diversify the offer. Fashion brands continue to hold a robust position, maintaining a steady 32% share across both completed and pipeline schemes. Nobu’s three forthcoming schemes elevate the Food & Beverage (F&B) segment from a negligible presence to around 11% of the pipeline. Automotive brands, despite strong media visibility, still only account for a modest proportion of the European market, representing just 4% of both completed and pipeline developments.

Europe remains one of the most established branded residential regions globally, with more than 140 completed schemesranking just behind North America and Asia Pacific. Yet, looking ahead, by 2032 Europe is projected to become the smallest region by project count (completed and pipeline), with the Middle East & Africa (24%), North America (23%), Asia Pacific (21%), and Central & Latin America (16%) all holding a greater share against Europe’s 16%.

Luxury brands are set to increase their regional presence (from 55% to 59%) with strong pipelines in Turkey (12) Spain (11), UK (8) and Greece (8).

BRAND PREMIUM

Savills 2025 analysis reported an average global brand premium of 33%. In Europe, the average brand premium rises to 38% (up from 29% last year) principally driven by the large number of luxury schemes (where premiums tend to be most readily available) delivered across the region in the last 12-24 months –40% of completed schemes in 2024 and 50% in 2025. Such an astonishing increase clearly demonstrates the region’s strong alignment between brand value, lifestyle positioning and real estate performance.

With premiums at this level and a growing mix of brands seeking to extend their engagement through real estate, developer appetite continues to accelerate. Europe’s current pipeline is projected to expand by 113% by 2032, which underlines the depth of demand and the sector’s long-term growth trajectory. Whilst de-

With the exception of YOO and Armani, all of the Top 10 brands are more than doubling their existing presence in the region – the landscape is changing, and fast. Within the non-hotel category, design-led brands remain the dominant force (mostly through YOO’s presence), representing 61% of completed stock.

velopers and brands clearly lean towards resort development in the pipeline, there is still huge opportunity in Europe’s urban centres. Paris, often quoted as “the impossible city” with an extremely prohibitive planning and legislative backdrop and appropriate scale difficult to find in A1 locations now sees Maybourne enter as the very first branded residential project in the city.

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EUROPEAN BRANDED RESIDENCES AT A GLANCE

AVERAGE BRAND PREMIUM

HOTEL BRAND LEADERBOARD

Mandarin Oriental Radisson Blu

Four Seasons

Six Senses

Swissôtel

Kempinski

Radisson

The Ritz-Carlton

Mövenpick

St. Regis

Wyndham

One&Only

NON-HOTEL BRAND LEADERBOARD

YOO Inspired by Starck

YOO Studio Ando Living Pininfarina

Missoni Armani

Trump

Elie Saab Nobu

Karl Lagerfeld

Ralph Lauren Fendi

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The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection continues to strengthen its positioning as a space where architectural heritage meets contemporary experiences, unveiling a new artistic installation in the hotel lobby, created in collaboration with renowned floral artist Mantas Petruskevicius. Conceived as a high-impact visual intervention, the installation transforms one of the building’s most spectacular spaces into a focal point for guests and visitors, highlighting a subtle dialogue between design, nature, and architecture.

Built around a fluid form inspired by the rhythm of the space and the idea of continuous movement, the installation is complemented by a suspended floral composition signed by Mantas Petruskevicius, one of Europe’s most acclaimed contemporary floral artists. His intervention adds a layer of expressiveness and sensitivity, creating a striking contrast between the architectural structure and the organic fragility of the flowers.

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The sculptural language of the work is influenced by the aesthetic of Zaha Hadid Architects, where architecture, objects, shapes and spatial experience merge into a cohesive composition. Constructed on a metal framework and finished with reflective materials, the piece continuously interacts with the building’s architecture, capturing light and historical details and reinterpreting them in a contemporary manner.

A new kind of hospitality experience.

As the hospitality industry increasingly shifts toward experiences rather than services alone, such interventions are becoming integral to the identity of premium hotels. The installation at The Marmorosch is designed not only as a visual and social focal point, but also as a space for subtle interaction - whether through exploration or simply by being present within the composition. Integrated seating elements transform the work into a functional space, not just a decorative one. The experience is conceived as a 360° journey, with each angle offering a different perspective and an invitation to discover.

BETWEEN HERITAGE AND CONTEMPORARY

Without directly replicating or interpreting the building’s past, the installation acts as a controlled contrast - a contemporary gesture that complements the hotel’s historic identity. The color palette, dominated by spring tones and soft pastel accents, introduces a sense of freshness and balance into a space defined by monumentality, contributing to a warmer and more approachable atmosphere.

“The Marmorosch is envisioned as more than a hotel - a space that surprises and continually invites guests to return. This installation reflects our direction of integrating artistic and visual experiences into the guest journey, turning each visit into a memorable one,” says Tadas Evaltas, General Manager of The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection.

Henley Opportunity Index 2026

THE CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE OPTIONS THAT UNLOCK THE WORLD’S GREATEST OPPORTUNITIES

Switzerland leads the 2026 ranking with a total opportunity score of 86 out of 100, combining a stable economic framework, world-class education, and exceptional career prospects. The professional ecosystems of Zurich and Geneva –spanning private banking, commodities trading, and pharmaceutical research – create powerful long-term career networks.

The newly released Henley Opportunity Index 2026 reveals how securing access rights to leading global economies can significantly amplify the long-term value of a top-tier education. While a world-class degree remains a powerful asset, its true return depends heavily on where graduates have the right to live and work. The index ranks the most effective residence and citizenship pathways that can unlock access to countries offering not only exceptional education, but also the economic strength, career opportunities, and global mobility that enable talent and ambition to be deployed to their greatest advantage.

Published as part of the Henley Education Report 2026 and updated annually to reflect shifting economic conditions, geopolitical developments, and global education trends, the Henley Opportunity Index evaluates jurisdictions across six structural drivers of long-term prosperity: earning potential, career advancement, top-tier employment prospects, premium education, economic mobility, and high livability. Together, these indicators capture and measure the institutional ecosystems where academic credentials translate most effectively into sustained career success and enduring economic advantage.

The 2026 ranking identifies the Top 15 jurisdictions worldwide where residence or citizenship rights can be efficiently secured through investment or merit and where these factors combine most powerfully to enhance life outcomes.

Switzerland leads the 2026 ranking with a total opportunity score of 86 out of 100, combining a stable economic framework, world-class education, and exceptional career prospects. The professional ecosystems of Zurich and Geneva – spanning private banking, commodities trading, and pharmaceutical research – create powerful long-term career networks.

Singapore ranks 2nd (with a score of 81) as a strategic hub linking Asian capital flows, global trade networks, and high-growth innovation ecosystems leading to high earning potential and top-tier employment prospects. Australia comes in 3rd (80), supported by globally ranked universities, strong research ecosystems, and an exceptional quality of life.

The UK and the US share 4th place (79), reflecting their unmatched concentration of leading universities, global financial centers, and innovation-driven economies. Canada ranks 5th (78), benefiting from a highly international labor market and globally respected universities.

Austria ranks 6th (69) as an EU gateway combining economic mobility with attractive earning potential and high livability, while the UAE comes in 7th (68), with Dubai and Abu Dhabi having emerged as major global hubs for wealth, entrepreneurship, and international talent. New Zealand ranks 8th (67), widely recognized for its education system and quality of life.

Hong Kong, a longstanding financial gateway linking global markets with Asia, shares 9th place with Italy (both scoring 65), which is supported by major economic centers such as Milan and Rome. Latvia and Malta share 10th place (both 62), offering strategic access to Europe’s integrated education and labor markets, while Portugal (11th, 61) and Greece (12th, 59), which both offer high livability and excellent economic mobility, complete the 2026 ranking.

Citizenship and residence rights increasingly function as a form of strategic economic capital. Citizenship today is not just a legal status – it is an economic asset. When individuals can access multiple jurisdictions, they gain the flexibility to study in one country, work in another, and build businesses in a third, which dramatically expands their access to education systems, labor markets, and professional networks.

For example, a South African family seeking to expand their children’s education and career horizons secured residence through Portugal’s Golden Residence Permit Program, positioning the next generation within the EU’s integrated education and labor markets. While South Africa (with an opportunity score of 37) offers a dynamic regional economy, many families look abroad to access top universities, professional networks, and broader career mobility. Portugal, with a score of 61, offers strong economic mobility, with visa-free access throughout Europe’s Schengen Area, combined with high liva-

bility and access to globally ranked universities. With a pathway to citizenship after five years of legal residence, there is further opportunity to gain the right to live and work across all 27 EU member states.

A second example is an Indonesian entrepreneurial family that founded a renewable energy start-up in Jakarta relocated to Australia through the National Innovation Visa, positioning their children within one of the world’s most dynamic education and research ecosystems. While Indonesia (with an opportunity score of just 35) has a rapidly growing economy and strong entrepreneurial activity, access to world-class universities and global networks are more limited. Australia (80), ranked among the leading environments in the Henley Opportunity Index 2026, offers globally recognized universities, strong earning potential, and a highly integrated innovation ecosystem.

The central finding of the ground-breaking Henley Opportunity Index research is that education and access are not merely additive –together they are multiplicative. A world-class degree obtained in a jurisdiction where the graduate cannot remain quickly loses much of its potential value. Paired with residence or citizenship rights in a high-opportunity economy, however, that same qualification becomes a platform that compounds across an entire career and extends its returns well beyond the generation of the individual who first obtained

Singapore ranks 2nd (with a score of 81) as a strategic hub linking Asian capital flows, global trade networks, and high-growth innovation ecosystems leading to high earning potential and top-tier employment prospects.

it. In today’s volatile world, the ability to move freely between the world’s leading opportunity hubs may be the greatest advantage a family can secure.

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The concept of residence and citizenship planning was created by Henley & Partners in the 1990s. As globalization has expanded, residence and citizenship have become topics of significant interest among the increasing number of internationally mobile entrepreneurs and investors whom we proudly serve every day.

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The central finding of the ground-breaking Henley Opportunity Index research is that education and access are not merely additive –together they are multiplicative. A world-class degree obtained in a jurisdiction where the graduate cannot remain quickly loses much of its potential value.

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Game Changer Montenegro 2026 : Where Technology Meets Luxury

Three days of innovation, investment, and exclusive networking in the heart of the Mediterranean — a festival redefining the future of business and lifestyle experiences.

As the Mediterranean sun gently kisses the coast of Montenegro, and the breeze carries the scent of sea salt and sophistication, an event emerges that shapes not only the future of technology but the way we live, work, and connect. Game Changer Montenegro 2026 is not just a festival — it is an experience, a manifestation of vision, and a convergence of worlds: innovation, luxury, and human creativity.

In a moment when the boundaries between business, technology, and lifestyle are dissolving, Game Changer positions itself as a leader that doesn’t follow trends — it creates them.

The platform, already established in the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Italy, Croatia, Slovenia, and Montenegro, has become a hub for those eager to transform ideas into tangible results, innovations into investments, and visions into reality. Every event, session, and moment is meticulously designed to inspire, motivate, and connect individuals at the highest level.

The crown jewel of this extraordinary concept will be the third edition of the Game Changer Montenegro Festival, taking place from June 18 to 20, 2026, in Tivat, at the prestigious Porto Montenegro — a marina that is itself a symbol of Mediterranean luxury and refined living. This location provides the perfect backdrop for an event that knows no compromise: a fusion of cutting-edge technology, business insight, and elevated lifestyle.

The festival is a multi-layered experience that goes beyond traditional conference frameworks. Every segment, from interactive panels to exclusive gala evenings, is designed to delight and inspire. Game Changer Montenegro sends a clear message: this is where the future is made, where industry leaders, creators, investors, and innovators meet to shape the world with new rules.

Adding another dimension to the event are the premium side events, which are not just networking opportunities but genuine spaces for connection, idea exchange, and discovering new business horizons. In an intimate and sophisticated setting, partnerships emerge that redefine industries and transform markets. Whether through conversations with top C-level leaders, investors, or innovators, every moment provides potential for creating value and inspiration.

The heart of the festival will be the conference on June 19, focused on three key areas shaping the global business landscape: AI transformation, investing in challenging times, and cybersecurity. These topics are chosen deliberately, reflecting the pulse of the present and guiding the direction of business and technology in the years to come. Panels, workshops, and presentations from leading global experts offer participants not just inspiration but practical strategies, knowledge, and tools to succeed in a complex global environment.

As a platform and community, Game Changer continues to expand its horizons, connecting cities, industries, and people. Every edition, from Zagreb and Ljubljana to Tivat, builds bridges between technology, luxury, and human potential.

The heart of the festival will be the conference on June 19, focused on three key areas shaping the global business landscape: AI transformation, investing in challenging times, and cybersecurity.

As in previous years, the festival will feature two exclusive events that bring a touch of glamour and prestige. The opening evening, Game Changer Montenegro Awards, celebrates individuals and companies pushing the boundaries of innovation and leadership, while the Black Velvet Affair offers a unique experience of sophisticated networking in an ambiance where business and lifestyle blend seamlessly.

But Game Changer Montenegro is more than a conference or event. It is a space where technology and human creativity create a new reality. It is where ideas cross the boundary of ordinary, where innovation meets luxury, and inspiration becomes action. Every presentation, panel, and interaction is designed to offer participants not only knowledge but a sense of belonging to a community of visionaries and leaders.

The festival is also an educational platform. Through workshops and interactive sessions, attendees gain practical skills and insight into advanced technologies: from AI solutions, Web3 innovations, and blockchain, to gamification, cybersecurity, e-commerce, and sustainable tech practices. Every session encourages critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability in a rapidly evolving world of technology and business.

Porto Montenegro, with its unparalleled panorama, luxury yachts, and refined ambiance, becomes a stage where every festival moment gains a magical dimension. Sunrise over the Bay of Tivat, the glow of panel discussions, laughter, and conversations in an elegant setting — all

this makes Game Changer Montenegro more than an event; it becomes an experience to be remembered and shared.

The Game Changer platform redefines how technology influences everyday life, connections, and business. It brings together digital pioneers, innovation creators, and investors, generating a synergy that extends far beyond Montenegro’s borders. Every discussion, idea, and networking moment contributes to building a unique network of tech hubs across the region, from Zagreb and Ljubljana to Tivat.

Through partnerships with premium brands and industry leaders, Game Changer ensures that luxury and innovation are not just attributes of the festival, but intrinsic to every interaction and experience. Blockchain technology guarantees transparency, while AI solutions create hyper-personalized encounters and experiences that inspire and leave a lasting impression.

Sustainable and ethical innovation forms the foundation of the Game Changer philosophy. From eco-conscious venues to debates on AI and blockchain ethics, the festival fosters dialogue on the responsible development of technologies shaping the world. Every decision, event, and initiative reflects a commitment to creating a better, sustainable, and inclusive digital ecosystem.

The crown jewel of this extraordinary concept will be the third edition of the Game Changer Montenegro Festival, taking place from June 18 to 20, 2026, in Tivat, at the prestigious Porto Montenegro — a marina that is itself a symbol of Mediterranean luxury and refined living. This location provides the perfect backdrop for an event that knows no compromise: a fusion of cutting-edge technology, business insight, and elevated lifestyle.

As the sun sets on the horizon, Porto Montenegro illuminates with luxury and elegance during evening events. Gala dinners, networking cocktails, and premiere gatherings become spaces where ideas, partnerships, and innovations are born — shaping the future. Game Changer Montenegro Festival is where every interaction carries weight, value, and potential for global impact.

Game Changer Montenegro is not just a festival. It is a statement about how vision, creativity, and technology can together shape the future. It is a space where leaders meet visionaries, investors meet creators, and ideas transform into reality. The festival leaves a lasting impression on every participant and reminds us that the future is always shaped by those brave enough to lead.

As a platform and community, Game Changer continues to expand its horizons, connecting cities, industries, and people. Every edition, from Zagreb and Ljubljana to Tivat, builds bridges between technology, luxury, and human potential. Every story, panel, and festival moment adds a new dimension to the world of tech innovation and business networking.

The Game Changer Montenegro Festival 2026 is a moment where luxury, technology, and vision merge into a unique, magical whole. It is an event that inspires, connects, and changes how we experience the future. And as the sun sets over the Bay of Tivat, it becomes clear that Game Changer is the place where the power of ideas, inspiration, and style converge — and where the future truly begins.

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