The National Tourism Organization (NTO) presented Montenegro's tourism offer at the specialized IBTM congress industry fair in Barcelona, with an emphasis on congress tourism, which is important for extending the season.

The NTO said it is one of Europe's most important trade shows for the congress industry, business and motivational travel, bringing together 2.6 thousand exhibitors from 77 countries and over 2.7 thousand professionals in the field.

During the first day of the fair, representatives of the NTO presented Montenegro's offer for congress tourism.

"During the meetings with event organizers from the markets of Spain, Belgium, Germany, Russia, Poland, Great Britain, France, they informed them about the improved hotel capacities, better airline connectivity and the possibilities for organizing events offered by our country," the statement said.

The NTO said that Montenegro is a growing destination on the list of the most popular destinations for business tourism.

"From year to year, the demand is increasing, in accordance with numerous advantages, in the first place the opening of new four and five star hotels that have the necessary facilities and state-of-the-art equipment, Mediterranean climate, unusual nature, the possibilities for organizing unforgettable excursions, and the fact that it is located at about two hours' flight distance from most European centers," the statement added.

For Montenegro, the development of this type of tourism is especially important from the aspect of extending the season and creating a year-round tourist destination and generating higher revenues from tourism, given the fact that business trips are realized during the period outside the main tourist season, and that a tourist on a business trip consumes significantly more than the average tourist.

The NTO booth is represented by the Tourism Organization Budva, Montenegro Stars Hotel Group, Regent Porto Montenegro Hotels, The Chedi-Lustica Bay, MTS Montenegro Travel Agencies, Explorer, Intours DMC, Montenegro In Style and East West Voyage.

The IBTM Specialized Congress Industry Fair lasts till Thursday.

Text by MINA, on November 20th, 2019, read more at Boka News

Beach “Galija”, located on St. Stefan in Budva and considered to be one of the most exclusive on the Montenegrin coast, has been hit for the second time in the last half-year by a severe weather storm, which has caused enormous damage.

Damages is over € 100,000

“Galija's” executive director, Nikola Novakovic, said the damage was estimated at more than 100,000 euros. He added that many owners of beaches on the Montenegrin coast are in a similar situation.

"Most importantly, no one was hurt. We tried to save some of the inventory, but unfortunately, we failed. The damage is huge," Novakovic said.

Devastated Beach bar

As he points out, this is the second time in the last six months that such an accident has hit them, and the fifth one in the last few years.

"The enormous amount of hard work and effort, as well as the huge financial resources that have been invested in making the beach one of the most elite, both in Budva and on the entire Montenegrin coast, has been destroyed. I hope that the Municipality of Budva and JP Morsko dobro will support us and that there is an emergency fund for situations, such as this one," Novakovic points out.

New toilets destroyed

He adds that the damage will be repaired and that next season, their guests will be greeted as they are used to and how they deserve.

"It will take a long time for the damage caused to be adequately repaired and the beach returned to its original condition. We were unable to secure the inventory, because the insurance companies do not insure the facilities near the sea, and I hope that the state will support not only me but everyone who is affected by this storm, "he concludes.

Although the most popular beach in Budva is almost destroyed, Novakovic assures all fans of Galija who express their concern these days that they will do their best to enable them to enjoy this ambience next season with the same quality as before.

"Galija" destroyed for the second time in the last half-year

Text by Promo, on November 20th, 2019, read more at Vijesti

In order to provide better service to citizens, “Parking Service Herceg Novi” has introduced the android application “EasyPark” which shows the locations where users of our services can park.

“EasyPark” is the European leader in the parking payment category with the “Find & Park” concept. In 2018, this app was used in 13 states, 1,200 cities in 20,000 locations. With “EasyPark”, you can pay for parking throughout Europe.

After installing the application at any location in the World, by selecting Montenegro, the user can see Herceg Novi with a map of parking places, as well as the price and time of operation.

Parking HN

After simple registration - the user enters the mobile number and opens a simple guide with suggestions on the main functionalities and benefits for the user. By positioning the indicator at the desired location on the map or automatic location pointer at the parking location, the application opens essential city information - the parking zone and allows you to pay for parking in the same. Payment is possible with a credit card, which will make it easier to use, especially for foreigners.

From today also in Herceg Novi, the world's best parking app, “EasyPark”. The future of parking - lighter and nicer.

Text by Boka News, on November 18th, 2019, read more at Boka News

The 55th anniversary of the Tivat Music School will be marked by a series of programs throughout the 2019/20 academic year.

The main celebration of this anniversary is a festive concert which will be held on Friday, November 22 at 8 pm in the school's concert hall. The concert, called "Music for the Birthday," was included in the November Days event, which commemorates November 21 - Tivat Municipality Day.

The concert, as announced yesterday by the director of the Tivat Music School, Professor Pina Bubanja, will be attended by representatives of the Municipality, Adriatic Marinas and Lustica Development, directors of public companies of the city, directors of music schools, students of the first generation of Tivat Music School from the 1964/65 school year and others.

Text by S.L. on November 19th 2019, read more at Boka News

November 19, 2019 - Minister of Economy, Ms Dragica Sekulić, and minister of Energy and Water Management of Malta, Mr Joe Mizzi, put Mozura wind farm into operation. The wind farm’s capacity is46 MW and is worth €90 million. Ministers agreed that this act was a confirmation of stable cooperation between the two countries.

“The fact that mostly state-owned energy company, from the EU member state, has recognized the potential of this project is the best confirmation that we created a favorable environment. When prudent investors come to Montenegro, we don’t need another promotion”, said Ms Sekulić.

Her Maltese counterpart said that his Government “recognized energy sector as of key pillars of the economy”.

“Construction of this mega-project took three years. The project encompasses 8,5 km of newly-built roads. Challenges were numerous but we managed to overcome them all. This project brought our countries closer to one another”, said Mr Mizzi.

Both ministers pointed out the importance of the fact that this energy is green.

Montenegro’s minister said that Mozura confirmed that further development in green energy was possible and, in fact, more favorable.

“Mozura gives us cause for optimism. It is particularly important for Montenegro’s energy sector and economy in general that this project was completed shortly after its construction stagnated for several years thanks to Enemalte involvement”, said Ms Sekulić.

Ms Sekulić wished investors successful work and good wind.

Mozura wind farm is a production facility with 46 MW of production power capacity. It consists of 23 individual windmills (2 MW of power).

The investment was implemented by Enemalta, Maltese state company and Malta Montenegro wind Park company, headquartered in Malta.

The second-largest wind farm in Montenegro will produce 120 GWH of energy annually.

By virtue of the amendments to the regulation on ways of promoting renewable energy resources, the functioning of Mozura won’t affect electricity bills in Montenegro.

Text by CDM on November 18, 2019, read more here. 

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The sixth Regent Christmas Bazaar will be held on two weekends in December (14th and 15th | 21st and 22nd December) from 2 to 4 pm under the arcades of the Gourmet Corner Restaurant.

The management of the Hotel Regent Porto Montenegro invites all interested creatives, small producers, art workshops and enthusiasts to apply for participation in the festive Bazaar by November 26 by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

"The application should include a brief description of the product, a brief description of the provider's previous work and one to five product photos, or a web site presentation of the product. The hotel management reserves the right to choose the optimal provider to be selected for product quality and creativity of visual identity. To determine the quality of the product, the management will also invite the selected bidders to submit the product samples for inspection within the application deadline. Applications must be submitted by November 26, and selected bidders will be informed of participation by December 3, 2019," said Zeljko Knezovic, Food and Beverage Manager at the hotel Regent.

The categories to choose from are jewelry, Christmas and New Year decorations, olive oil, olive and olive products, local gastronomic products (syrups, jams, sweets), handicrafts, and souvenirs and decorative accessories created in the spirit of the Christmas.

The food festival will be held on December 14 on the terrace of the Gourmet Corner restaurant and in case of rain on the terrace of the Murano restaurant from 12 to 4 pm hours within which will be presented the food and beverage sector of the Hotel Regent Porto Montenegro with holiday delicacies: traditional Christmas cakes, pizzas, warm chocolate, boiled wine, boiled brandy with honey, tea and other hot drinks. The food and beverage sector will also offer salty delicacies such as sausages, and homemade pasta served with Gran Padano cheese and fried winkles, which will give a gastronomic dimension to this year's start of the Christmas Bazaar. The live band will add a musical dimension to the first day of Regent's winter tradition and mark the beginning of the Giveaway period.

The Christmas Bazaar is an ideal opportunity to socialize towards the upcoming holidays and for everyone who wants it, to find a unique and interesting gift for their loved ones, to have fun and enjoy the magic of holidays on the Tivat coast.

Text by Dragan Popadic, on November 17th, 2019, read more at Radio Tivat