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During 2024, Zadar will become richer for another hotel – Hyatt Regency Zadar Maraska.

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This will be the first hotel to be opened in Croatia, which will operate under the Hyatt brand.

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Hyatt Regency Zadar Maraska will be categorized with 5 stars and will have 133 rooms and apartments, a bar, restaurants, as well as a spa and wellness area.

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Event organizers will have a 400 square meter conference hall at their disposal, as well as smaller meeting rooms.

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The post Hotel brand Hyatt opens the first hotel in Croatia appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "During 2024, Zadar will become richer for another hotel – Hyatt Regency Zadar Maraska.\nThis will be the first hotel to be opened in Croatia, which will operate under the Hyatt brand.\nHyatt Regency Zadar Maraska will be categorized with 5 stars and will have 133 rooms and apartments, a bar, restaurants, as well as a spa and wellness area.\nEvent organizers will have a 400 square meter conference hall at their disposal, as well as smaller meeting rooms.\nThe post Hotel brand Hyatt opens the first hotel in Croatia appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2023-11-23T13:03:32+01:00", "date_modified": "2023-11-23T13:03:32+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Hyatt-Regency-Zadar-Maraska.jpg", "tags": [ "conference hall", "Hyatt Regency Zadar Maraska", "hyatt zadar", "New hotel", "New and improved", "NEWS" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/kopaonik-location-of-the-first-swissotel-hotel-in-serbia/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/kopaonik-location-of-the-first-swissotel-hotel-in-serbia/", "title": "Kopaonik \u2013 location of the first Swiss\u00f4tel hotel in Serbia", "content_html": "

The first Swiss\u00f4tel hotel in Serbia, whose opening is planned for the winter season 2024/2025, will be built in the very center of Kopaonik, within walking distance of the cable cars and ski slopes.

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Swiss\u00f4tel Kopaonik, part of the Accor group, will be categorized with 4 stars, and in addition to the accommodation area (175 rooms and suites), restaurants, a cigar bar, a ski room and a Wellness and Spa area will be available to guests.

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Given that Kopaonik is the main winter destination for tourists, it is also one of the main MICE destinations in Serbia.

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Accordingly, Swiss\u00f4tel Kopaonik will also have conference facilities, which will further expand the offer of this destination.

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The post Kopaonik \u2013 location of the first Swiss\u00f4tel hotel in Serbia appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "The first Swiss\u00f4tel hotel in Serbia, whose opening is planned for the winter season 2024/2025, will be built in the very center of Kopaonik, within walking distance of the cable cars and ski slopes.\nSwiss\u00f4tel Kopaonik, part of the Accor group, will be categorized with 4 stars, and in addition to the accommodation area (175 rooms and suites), restaurants, a cigar bar, a ski room and a Wellness and Spa area will be available to guests.\nGiven that Kopaonik is the main winter destination for tourists, it is also one of the main MICE destinations in Serbia.\nAccordingly, Swiss\u00f4tel Kopaonik will also have conference facilities, which will further expand the offer of this destination.\nThe post Kopaonik \u2013 location of the first Swiss\u00f4tel hotel in Serbia appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2023-11-20T09:31:07+01:00", "date_modified": "2023-11-20T09:31:07+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/swissotel_kopaonik-918.jpg", "tags": [ "accor", "hotel kopaonik", "MICE", "New hotel", "Swiss\u00f4tel hotel", "Swiss\u00f4tel Kopaonik", "New and improved", "NEWS" ] }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/a-new-hotel-on-mountain-stara-planina/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/a-new-hotel-on-mountain-stara-planina/", "title": "A New Hotel on Mountain Stara Planina", "content_html": "

Stara planina will have one more hotel – on the site of the former hotel “StarA”. The hotel will be categorized with 4 * and will have 66 rooms and 5 suites.

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The hotel will be built in four phases, it will have its own garage with 35 parking lots, a restaurant with a terrace for 120 persons, a meeting room, a spa center with an indoor pool, a gym, sports hall and an outdoor basketball court. It will be made up of several smaller buildings, and the inspiration for the interior design comes from patterns on Pirot rugs. One of the main ideas for the hotel is to be open during all year, which is why they are working on offering a variety of content for all types of guests.

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The post A New Hotel on Mountain Stara Planina appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "Stara planina will have one more hotel – on the site of the former hotel “StarA”. The hotel will be categorized with 4 * and will have 66 rooms and 5 suites.\nThe hotel will be built in four phases, it will have its own garage with 35 parking lots, a restaurant with a terrace for 120 persons, a meeting room, a spa center with an indoor pool, a gym, sports hall and an outdoor basketball court. It will be made up of several smaller buildings, and the inspiration for the interior design comes from patterns on Pirot rugs. One of the main ideas for the hotel is to be open during all year, which is why they are working on offering a variety of content for all types of guests.\nThe post A New Hotel on Mountain Stara Planina appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2020-12-02T18:45:18+01:00", "date_modified": "2020-12-02T18:45:18+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/www.aim-studio.me_-e1606930791853.jpg", "tags": [ "New hotel", "Stara Planina", "Hot topics", "Hotels and venues", "MUST READ", "New and improved", "NEWS", "WHERE AND WHY" ], "summary": "Stara planina will have one more hotel - on the site of the former hotel \"StarA\". The hotel will be categorized with 4 * and will have 66 rooms and 5 suites." }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/hotel-pupin-new-hotel-in-novi-sad/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/hotel-pupin-new-hotel-in-novi-sad/", "title": "Hotel Pupin, New Hotel in Novi Sad", "content_html": "

In the business part of Pupin’s Palace, in the very heart of Novi Sad, a luxury boutique hotel of modern design categorized with 4 stars was recently opened.

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Hotel Pupin offers 44 accommodation units spread over three floors (40 standard rooms, 2 superior rooms and 2 suites).

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\"\"Guests have at their disposal a conference room equipped according to the latest audio / visual standards, with a capacity of up to 60 seats as well as a hotel garage with a capacity of 44 parking spaces.

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\"\"In addition to the hotel\u2019s buffet breakfast restaurant, the hotel also has two sophisticated restaurants. Restaurant Kalem offers a casual dining concept and interior inspired by the character and work of Mihajlo Pupin, while the restaurant Zak features a fine dining concept – delicious recipes paired with quality local and world wines, innovative dishes, modern preparation techniques and long professional experience of renowned chefs.

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The post Hotel Pupin, New Hotel in Novi Sad appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "In the business part of Pupin’s Palace, in the very heart of Novi Sad, a luxury boutique hotel of modern design categorized with 4 stars was recently opened.\nHotel Pupin offers 44 accommodation units spread over three floors (40 standard rooms, 2 superior rooms and 2 suites).\nGuests have at their disposal a conference room equipped according to the latest audio / visual standards, with a capacity of up to 60 seats as well as a hotel garage with a capacity of 44 parking spaces.\nIn addition to the hotel\u2019s buffet breakfast restaurant, the hotel also has two sophisticated restaurants. Restaurant Kalem offers a casual dining concept and interior inspired by the character and work of Mihajlo Pupin, while the restaurant Zak features a fine dining concept – delicious recipes paired with quality local and world wines, innovative dishes, modern preparation techniques and long professional experience of renowned chefs.\nThe post Hotel Pupin, New Hotel in Novi Sad appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2020-06-22T09:44:39+02:00", "date_modified": "2020-06-22T09:44:39+02:00", "author": { "name": "Milica Novak", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/milicanovak/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Milica-Novak.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC_2496.jpg", "tags": [ "New hotel", "novi sad", "Hotels and venues", "MUST READ", "New and improved", "NEWS", "WHERE AND WHY" ], "summary": "In the business part of Pupin's Palace, in the very heart of Novi Sad, a luxury boutique hotel of modern design categorized with 4 stars was recently opened." }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/hotel-courtyard-by-marriott-banja-luka-bosnia-and-herzegovina/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/hotel-courtyard-by-marriott-banja-luka-bosnia-and-herzegovina/", "title": "Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina", "content_html": "

Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka was opened in 2019 in the heart of the city, designed for both leisure and business travelers.

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The hotel offers 116 comfortable rooms, 2 apartments, multimedia conference room, meeting rooms, fitness center, restaurant, bar and many other amenities in accordance with strict criterion of one of the largest world\u2019s hotel brand. Conference rooms are multi functional, divisible into smaller conference rooms with the latest technology and equipment and capacity of 160 seating places.

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The post Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka was opened in 2019 in the heart of the city, designed for both leisure and business travelers.\nThe hotel offers 116 comfortable rooms, 2 apartments, multimedia conference room, meeting rooms, fitness center, restaurant, bar and many other amenities in accordance with strict criterion of one of the largest world\u2019s hotel brand. Conference rooms are multi functional, divisible into smaller conference rooms with the latest technology and equipment and capacity of 160 seating places.\nThe post Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2020-02-11T13:33:07+01:00", "date_modified": "2020-02-11T13:33:07+01:00", "author": { "name": "Milica Novak", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/milicanovak/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Milica-Novak.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Courtyard_Banja_Luka_15.jpg", "tags": [ "event organization", "New hotel", "Destinations", "EVENT ORGANIZATION", "Hotels and venues", "MUST READ", "SEEmice.com recommendations", "WHERE AND WHY" ], "summary": "Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Banja Luka was opened in 2019 in the heart of the city, designed for both leisure and business travelers." }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/blue-kotor-bay-opening-in-may/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/blue-kotor-bay-opening-in-may/", "title": "Blue Kotor Bay Opening in May", "content_html": "

The former hotel Vrmac, in UNESCO protected area in Kotor, completely renovated and re-branded into premium resort and health complex Blue Kotor Bay, is opening its door in late May 2020.

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Hotel consists of elegant and modern 106 accommodation units, conference facilities for up to 200 people, with additional serving area which is terrace overlooking the bay. More to that is Piano lounge, coffee bar, main hotel restaurant Blue, a la carte restaurant on the beach Lighthouse, rooftop bars for up to 500 people, two private beaches, and in 2021 more snack bars and special themed bars.

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The post Blue Kotor Bay Opening in May appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "The former hotel Vrmac, in UNESCO protected area in Kotor, completely renovated and re-branded into premium resort and health complex Blue Kotor Bay, is opening its door in late May 2020.\nHotel consists of elegant and modern 106 accommodation units, conference facilities for up to 200 people, with additional serving area which is terrace overlooking the bay. More to that is Piano lounge, coffee bar, main hotel restaurant Blue, a la carte restaurant on the beach Lighthouse, rooftop bars for up to 500 people, two private beaches, and in 2021 more snack bars and special themed bars.\nThe post Blue Kotor Bay Opening in May appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2020-02-05T09:57:44+01:00", "date_modified": "2020-02-05T09:57:44+01:00", "author": { "name": "Milica Novak", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/milicanovak/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Milica-Novak.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Blue-kotor-bay-srp.jpg", "tags": [ "event organization", "montenegro", "New hotel", "MUST READ", "New and improved", "NEWS" ], "summary": "The former hotel Vrmac, in UNESCO protected area in Kotor, completely renovated and re-branded into premium resort and health complex Blue Kotor Bay, is opening its door in late May 2020." }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/new-hotel-on-divcibare-crni-vrh/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/new-hotel-on-divcibare-crni-vrh/", "title": "New Hotel on Divcibare \u2013 Crni Vrh", "content_html": "

Located in the peaceful environment of the pine-woods, hotel Crni vrh has four stars categorization, consists of 111 modern equipped units adjusted to the requests of contemporary visitors.

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Within the hotel, there is a congress hall with 350 seats capacity, and next to the hotel there\u2019s a modern Sport Hall, build according to FIBA standards, as well as five sport fields for: basketball, football and other sports. The hotel also has Wellness&Spa center with closed swimming pool, Bio-sauna, steam bath, gym and Jacuzzi, has a Restaurant, bar and Lounge bar.

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The post New Hotel on Divcibare \u2013 Crni Vrh appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "Located in the peaceful environment of the pine-woods, hotel Crni vrh has four stars categorization, consists of 111 modern equipped units adjusted to the requests of contemporary visitors.\nWithin the hotel, there is a congress hall with 350 seats capacity, and next to the hotel there\u2019s a modern Sport Hall, build according to FIBA standards, as well as five sport fields for: basketball, football and other sports. The hotel also has Wellness&Spa center with closed swimming pool, Bio-sauna, steam bath, gym and Jacuzzi, has a Restaurant, bar and Lounge bar.\nThe post New Hotel on Divcibare \u2013 Crni Vrh appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2020-01-31T13:12:48+01:00", "date_modified": "2020-01-31T13:13:55+01:00", "author": { "name": "Milica Novak", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/milicanovak/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Milica-Novak.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/lounge-bar-hotel-crni-vrh-divcibare-4.jpg", "tags": [ "event organization", "New hotel", "MUST READ", "New and improved", "NEWS" ], "summary": "Located in the peaceful environment of the pine-woods, hotel Crni vrh has four stars categorization, consists of 111 modern equipped units adjusted to the requests of contemporary visitors." }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/the-combination-of-business-and-vacation/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/the-combination-of-business-and-vacation/", "title": "The Combination of Business and Vacation", "content_html": "

Belgrade became richer for another hotel on December 16th – the Mona Plaza Hotel.

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The largest conference and exhibition space in the old part of Belgrade is located in this hotel and it is spanning on over 2,000 sqm, which management proudly points out. Mr. Ivan Vitorovic, the CEO of the Mona Hotel Management Ltd., revealed more to us on this and other topics.

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\"Ivan
Ivan Vitorovic
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The Mona Plaza Hotel opened in Belgrade. What are your expectations?

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I expect to repeat the great success we achieved with our first hotel on Mountain Zlatibor. We\u2019ve proven ourselves at a resort destination, and now it\u2019s time to prove ourselves at a market that is in all likelihood the most challenging of all \u2013 the Belgrade market because it is a regional, and European metropolis, so doing business here is more demanding due to constant challenges. Still, the expertise we have is significant, and we look at this project as the next step towards establishing the Mona Plaza brand not only in Serbia but in the region as well.

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What do you consider to be the main advantage of Mona Plaza over other Belgrade hotels?

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It\u2019s hard to explain using just one word, but I\u2019ll try to do it using a term from the travel industry, which is bleisure travel. The combination of business and vacation is something that will mark our new Dorcol hotel, and this may very well be the basic guiding principle imbued with our concept of this hotel and the further development of the Mona Plaza brand. The very fact that we are located in downtown Dorcol which continues to evolve in line with today\u2019s trends, gives us the right to be proud of our location. The unique Sonda Coffee Bar and Restaurant, which is an homage to the first chocolate factory that was located at this very site, comes as icing on the cake to this hotel that also offers plenty of business-related amenities.

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What additional amenities or options are available to business and other guests at the Mona Plaza Hotel?

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In addition to the 170 accommodation units, we have many multi functional conference and banquet venues. The largest venue has a capacity of up to 450 people in theater-style, followed by a venue with a capacity of up to 250 people, five meetings and conference venues for 30 to 100 people, as well as two banquet venues with an area of 250 sqm.
\nObviously, there are also mandatory Wellness Center facilities, which will be available to both hotel guests and external guests \u2013 club members. The Wellness Center, which will have a relaxation area, sauna, steam room, gym and massage section will actually be focused on personal training.

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The Zlatibor Mona Hotel first opened in 2007. What transformations has this hotel undergone over the past 12 years?

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Actually, this hotel first opened in 2005, and at the time it was called the Zlatibor Hotel and decorated with modest 3 stars. In 2007, a major renovation began when hotel capacity expanded to 90 units, including a convention room and a wellness center. The first edition of the Zlatibor Mona Hotel was one of the first modern hotels outside of Belgrade, and you could say that we were pioneers in the brownfield investment in the hotel industry. The hotel became very popular in a short period of time, and in parallel with its growth the popularity of Mountain Zlatibor as a destination grew as well, which I believe was a mutual process. Guided by good business operations, in 2012, we renovated the existing part of the hotel and constructed a new wing, expanding the capacity to 120 accommodation units, and the hotel got a modern congress hall with 550 seats, and a children\u2019s playroom with an area of 200 sqm. These facilities still exist today, but the main transformation that the hotel has undergone is meeting the market needs.

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How important is MICE business to your hotel group?

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The popular MICE segment is the most significant segment of the future business operations of the Mona Plaza Hotel, and the forecasted market share is 54%. That\u2019s why we have included numerous conference and banquet facilities in the concept. The Zlatibor and Javor destinations certainly provide excellent conditions for a stronger development of the incentive component, while Belgrade provides a better space for conferences, congresses and events. However, what is very important in order to position yourself in this segment is the unique offering of high-quality venues and excellent service and a good background story.

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Can you tell us a bit about the further development and plans of Mona Hotel Management?

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At the moment, our plans are to regionally position two brands, including Mona Plaza in the 4-star hotel category with over 100 rooms and a full service, and a 3-star Argo brand with a limited garni service and capacity of up to 70 rooms. In this sense, in addition to the Mona Plaza Hotel in Dorcol, next year we plan to renovate and upgrade the hotel on Mountain Zlatibor, while in the Argo brand category next year we plan to open a hotel on Mountain Javor. We are also negotiating the locations on Mountain Zlatibor, in Belgrade, Montenegro, in terms of investments in our own or leasing other, existing hotels. Our plan is to reach a goal of 1,000 owned or leased rooms over the next five years, after which we will intensify our external growth through management contracts under the Mona Hotel Management brands in the region and in the European Union.

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In terms of business, what do you remember the past 10 years by?

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I would say most of all by a nice and intensive growth of the hotel industry in Serbia, the arrival of international brands, and the creation of Serbian hotel industry. Indeed, Serbia has come a long way in terms of tourism over the past 10 years, but what makes me even happier is the potential we have for further development.

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What has your business journey looked like since then?

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It has definitely been an upward journey in every sense. False modesty aside, the business results we have achieved and continue to achieve probably speak the most about it. Ten years ago, I was in charge of marketing and sales at the hotel, then I worked as the CEO, and now I\u2019m the general manager of the company. However, the question of position is not the most important. What is the most important to me on this journey is the fact that I have enjoyed every second of it, doing the work I love with the people I appreciate! And that\u2019s my biggest wish for the future!

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What are you particularly proud of from the last decade?

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I am proud to have been a part of a nice story called Mona Hotel Management from the very beginning, which is being studied by future economists and hoteliers as an example of a good practice! Along the way, I\u2019ve gone through all the challenges with investors, and we\u2019ve learned new things and developed every day, and together managed to create an independent company with over 250 staff members from one small business and I\u2019m sure we will continue to grow! I am proud that I have been able to justify the trust shown by the company and make the right strategic decisions! And I am especially proud of my son, daughter and wife!

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The post The Combination of Business and Vacation appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.

\n", "content_text": "Belgrade became richer for another hotel on December 16th – the Mona Plaza Hotel.\nThe largest conference and exhibition space in the old part of Belgrade is located in this hotel and it is spanning on over 2,000 sqm, which management proudly points out. Mr. Ivan Vitorovic, the CEO of the Mona Hotel Management Ltd., revealed more to us on this and other topics.\nIvan Vitorovic\nThe Mona Plaza Hotel opened in Belgrade. What are your expectations? \nI expect to repeat the great success we achieved with our first hotel on Mountain Zlatibor. We\u2019ve proven ourselves at a resort destination, and now it\u2019s time to prove ourselves at a market that is in all likelihood the most challenging of all \u2013 the Belgrade market because it is a regional, and European metropolis, so doing business here is more demanding due to constant challenges. Still, the expertise we have is significant, and we look at this project as the next step towards establishing the Mona Plaza brand not only in Serbia but in the region as well.\nWhat do you consider to be the main advantage of Mona Plaza over other Belgrade hotels?\nIt\u2019s hard to explain using just one word, but I\u2019ll try to do it using a term from the travel industry, which is bleisure travel. The combination of business and vacation is something that will mark our new Dorcol hotel, and this may very well be the basic guiding principle imbued with our concept of this hotel and the further development of the Mona Plaza brand. The very fact that we are located in downtown Dorcol which continues to evolve in line with today\u2019s trends, gives us the right to be proud of our location. The unique Sonda Coffee Bar and Restaurant, which is an homage to the first chocolate factory that was located at this very site, comes as icing on the cake to this hotel that also offers plenty of business-related amenities.\nWhat additional amenities or options are available to business and other guests at the Mona Plaza Hotel? \nIn addition to the 170 accommodation units, we have many multi functional conference and banquet venues. The largest venue has a capacity of up to 450 people in theater-style, followed by a venue with a capacity of up to 250 people, five meetings and conference venues for 30 to 100 people, as well as two banquet venues with an area of 250 sqm.\nObviously, there are also mandatory Wellness Center facilities, which will be available to both hotel guests and external guests \u2013 club members. The Wellness Center, which will have a relaxation area, sauna, steam room, gym and massage section will actually be focused on personal training.\n\nThe Zlatibor Mona Hotel first opened in 2007. What transformations has this hotel undergone over the past 12 years? \nActually, this hotel first opened in 2005, and at the time it was called the Zlatibor Hotel and decorated with modest 3 stars. In 2007, a major renovation began when hotel capacity expanded to 90 units, including a convention room and a wellness center. The first edition of the Zlatibor Mona Hotel was one of the first modern hotels outside of Belgrade, and you could say that we were pioneers in the brownfield investment in the hotel industry. The hotel became very popular in a short period of time, and in parallel with its growth the popularity of Mountain Zlatibor as a destination grew as well, which I believe was a mutual process. Guided by good business operations, in 2012, we renovated the existing part of the hotel and constructed a new wing, expanding the capacity to 120 accommodation units, and the hotel got a modern congress hall with 550 seats, and a children\u2019s playroom with an area of 200 sqm. These facilities still exist today, but the main transformation that the hotel has undergone is meeting the market needs.\nHow important is MICE business to your hotel group?\nThe popular MICE segment is the most significant segment of the future business operations of the Mona Plaza Hotel, and the forecasted market share is 54%. That\u2019s why we have included numerous conference and banquet facilities in the concept. The Zlatibor and Javor destinations certainly provide excellent conditions for a stronger development of the incentive component, while Belgrade provides a better space for conferences, congresses and events. However, what is very important in order to position yourself in this segment is the unique offering of high-quality venues and excellent service and a good background story.\n\nCan you tell us a bit about the further development and plans of Mona Hotel Management? \nAt the moment, our plans are to regionally position two brands, including Mona Plaza in the 4-star hotel category with over 100 rooms and a full service, and a 3-star Argo brand with a limited garni service and capacity of up to 70 rooms. In this sense, in addition to the Mona Plaza Hotel in Dorcol, next year we plan to renovate and upgrade the hotel on Mountain Zlatibor, while in the Argo brand category next year we plan to open a hotel on Mountain Javor. We are also negotiating the locations on Mountain Zlatibor, in Belgrade, Montenegro, in terms of investments in our own or leasing other, existing hotels. Our plan is to reach a goal of 1,000 owned or leased rooms over the next five years, after which we will intensify our external growth through management contracts under the Mona Hotel Management brands in the region and in the European Union.\n\nIn terms of business, what do you remember the past 10 years by? \nI would say most of all by a nice and intensive growth of the hotel industry in Serbia, the arrival of international brands, and the creation of Serbian hotel industry. Indeed, Serbia has come a long way in terms of tourism over the past 10 years, but what makes me even happier is the potential we have for further development.\nWhat has your business journey looked like since then? \nIt has definitely been an upward journey in every sense. False modesty aside, the business results we have achieved and continue to achieve probably speak the most about it. Ten years ago, I was in charge of marketing and sales at the hotel, then I worked as the CEO, and now I\u2019m the general manager of the company. However, the question of position is not the most important. What is the most important to me on this journey is the fact that I have enjoyed every second of it, doing the work I love with the people I appreciate! And that\u2019s my biggest wish for the future!\nWhat are you particularly proud of from the last decade? \nI am proud to have been a part of a nice story called Mona Hotel Management from the very beginning, which is being studied by future economists and hoteliers as an example of a good practice! Along the way, I\u2019ve gone through all the challenges with investors, and we\u2019ve learned new things and developed every day, and together managed to create an independent company with over 250 staff members from one small business and I\u2019m sure we will continue to grow! I am proud that I have been able to justify the trust shown by the company and make the right strategic decisions! And I am especially proud of my son, daughter and wife!\nThe post The Combination of Business and Vacation appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2019-12-17T09:32:28+01:00", "date_modified": "2020-01-17T09:46:10+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/naslovna-124.jpg", "tags": [ "belgrade", "event organization", "New hotel", "Hot topics", "Interviews", "MUST READ" ], "summary": "Belgrade became richer for another hotel on December 16th - the Mona Plaza Hotel." }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/opened-hotel-paris-in-opatija/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/opened-hotel-paris-in-opatija/", "title": "Opened Hotel Paris in Opatija", "content_html": "

In mid\u00ad July this year, hotel Paris is opened in Opatija, Croatia.

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The hotel has a total of 90 modern equipped rooms, a wellness center, a garage and a restaurant with a large selection of fresh and homemade breakfast and dinner items served on a buffet basis. Within this newly opened hotel, there is a la carte restaurant with a terrace of 250 sqm, that is located on the ground floor of the hotel.

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\n", "content_text": "In mid\u00ad July this year, hotel Paris is opened in Opatija, Croatia.\nThe hotel has a total of 90 modern equipped rooms, a wellness center, a garage and a restaurant with a large selection of fresh and homemade breakfast and dinner items served on a buffet basis. Within this newly opened hotel, there is a la carte restaurant with a terrace of 250 sqm, that is located on the ground floor of the hotel.\nThe post Opened Hotel Paris in Opatija appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2019-11-07T09:40:23+01:00", "date_modified": "2019-11-07T09:40:23+01:00", "author": { "name": "Mirjana Novitovic", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/officebs/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/slika-.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Hotel-Paris.jpg", "tags": [ "New hotel", "opatija", "New and improved", "NEWS" ], "summary": "In mid\u00ad July this year, hotel Paris is opened in Opatija, Croatia." }, { "id": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/falkensteiner-infuses-new-splendor-in-the-legendary-queen/", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/falkensteiner-infuses-new-splendor-in-the-legendary-queen/", "title": "Falkensteiner Infuses New Splendor in the Legendary Queen", "content_html": "

This year\u2019s summer season on the Montenegrin coast will most definitely be marked by the opening of the first Falkensteiner Hotel in this country.

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After an extensive renovation, the Queen of Montenegro, the legendary queen, will become part of the Falkensteiner family. This spring it will open its door to guests under the name Falkensteiner Hotel Montenegro. Falkensteiner Group has extensive experience when it
\ncomes to beach holiday hotels. After Croatia and Italy \u2013 where ten four and five star hotels have been seeing success for years \u2013 it was time for Montenegro to come to the fore. The group recognized the market\u2019s great potential and saw the hotel itself as a worthy representative of the brand in the future.

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At Falkensteiner they say that all their values will find their place here, above all the top-notch personalized service. It will be the most luxurious 4-star hotel on the Montenegrin coast whose concept and services will be at the 5-star hotel level. The hotel has 236 completely renovated rooms and suites in modern but welcoming design, the work of Austrian designer Bea Mitterhofer. There is a total of 222 Comfort, Superior, and Deluxe rooms, and 14 suites, of which six are exclusive Royal suites that have special treatment in the hotel with their own elevator, concierge, reception, and a slew of additional amenities. These suites are up to 190 m2 in size and all have spacious terraces overlooking the sea, while some even have their own hot-tubs and saunas.

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The hotel is intended primarily for adults, and the Falkensteiner\u2019 s well-known Acquapura Spa concept will take an important place here, while guests will be offered a number of novelties, including a brand new outdoor pool surrounded by rich trees. Guests can also enjoy a private beach with sun umbrellas and loungers, as well as a beach bar with a restaurant. The hotel beach is part of the famous Becici beach, which is thought to be one of the most beautiful and longest beaches on the Adriatic coast. To add to enjoyment, there is also a large terrace with a panoramic pool connected with the hotel lobby and restaurant, so guests can enjoy the fantastic view of the Adriatic Sea and numerous Mediterranean and international cuisine specialties.

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The hotel also has excellent MICE facilities. The very position of the hotel, which is a bit off the promenade and crowds, makes it an excellent choice for business events, team building events, and company functions…

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\n", "content_text": "This year\u2019s summer season on the Montenegrin coast will most definitely be marked by the opening of the first Falkensteiner Hotel in this country.\nAfter an extensive renovation, the Queen of Montenegro, the legendary queen, will become part of the Falkensteiner family. This spring it will open its door to guests under the name Falkensteiner Hotel Montenegro. Falkensteiner Group has extensive experience when it\ncomes to beach holiday hotels. After Croatia and Italy \u2013 where ten four and five star hotels have been seeing success for years \u2013 it was time for Montenegro to come to the fore. The group recognized the market\u2019s great potential and saw the hotel itself as a worthy representative of the brand in the future.\n\nAt Falkensteiner they say that all their values will find their place here, above all the top-notch personalized service. It will be the most luxurious 4-star hotel on the Montenegrin coast whose concept and services will be at the 5-star hotel level. The hotel has 236 completely renovated rooms and suites in modern but welcoming design, the work of Austrian designer Bea Mitterhofer. There is a total of 222 Comfort, Superior, and Deluxe rooms, and 14 suites, of which six are exclusive Royal suites that have special treatment in the hotel with their own elevator, concierge, reception, and a slew of additional amenities. These suites are up to 190 m2 in size and all have spacious terraces overlooking the sea, while some even have their own hot-tubs and saunas.\n\nThe hotel is intended primarily for adults, and the Falkensteiner\u2019 s well-known Acquapura Spa concept will take an important place here, while guests will be offered a number of novelties, including a brand new outdoor pool surrounded by rich trees. Guests can also enjoy a private beach with sun umbrellas and loungers, as well as a beach bar with a restaurant. The hotel beach is part of the famous Becici beach, which is thought to be one of the most beautiful and longest beaches on the Adriatic coast. To add to enjoyment, there is also a large terrace with a panoramic pool connected with the hotel lobby and restaurant, so guests can enjoy the fantastic view of the Adriatic Sea and numerous Mediterranean and international cuisine specialties.\n\nThe hotel also has excellent MICE facilities. The very position of the hotel, which is a bit off the promenade and crowds, makes it an excellent choice for business events, team building events, and company functions…\nThe post Falkensteiner Infuses New Splendor in the Legendary Queen appeared first on SEE Business travel & meetings magazine.", "date_published": "2019-04-22T11:36:23+02:00", "date_modified": "2019-04-22T11:36:23+02:00", "author": { "name": "Milica Novak", "url": "https://www.seebtm.com/en/author/milicanovak/", "avatar": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/Milica-Novak.jpg" }, "image": "https://www.seebtm.com/wp-content/uploads/naslovna-srp-1.jpg", "tags": [ "montenegro", "New hotel", "Hotels and venues", "MUST READ", "New and improved", "NEWS", "WHERE AND WHY" ] } ] }