New York, NEW YORK - June 29, 2018 – Today, we are pleased to announce that the Tourism & Strategy, Fourth European Festival Dubrovnik will take place in Dubrovnik, Croatia from November 7 to 10, 2018. This event will be anchored by global travel expert Peter Greenberg as the keynote speaker and is organized by the City of Dubrovnik and French City of Rueil Malmaison, Dubrovnik Tourist Board, Dubrovnik Port Authority with partner, CLIA. The conference's focus is Cruise & Destinations and will be held at the Valamar Lacroma Dubrovnik Hotel. Dubrovnik, which has established itself as one of Europe's most desirable destinations with its historic, cultural and scenic contributions has given rise to the city's popularity and increased tourism and with that comes a great responsibility to find the right balance while seizing new opportunities, therefore, the city was selected for festival's conference portion and theme "Circular Trips and Cities - Opportunities and Challenges."

The attractive program of lectures and workshops with prominent travel experts, speakers and panelists programs brings together representatives from various cities to provide a platform to meet and discuss current trends and challenges they are facing, specifically cruising tourism, in order engage in meaningful discussion and brainstorm and share best practices, as well as panel discussions to discuss and exchange insightful knowledge of trends facing the travel and tourism industry today. The event is also an opportunity for travel and tourism experts to meet and develop contacts with various participants with the aim to develop further cooperation and potential joint projects in the future, and also includes industry trade experts who will demonstrate the current trends in marketing and promotional tools – used for a wide audience.

Furthermore, there will be a number of foreign experts, representatives of significant professional associations and representatives of cities from other cruising destinations, both marine circular trips and river, will participate in the conference program. This is an excellent opportunity for travel and tourism experts to attend and learn more about the various successes and challenges in the tourism industry but also to visit Dubrovnik and Croatia to learn why it has gained so much prominence as one of Europe's leading destinations. With such a diverse tourism offering, Croatia has secured a special place in the heart of all those who have visited. The country's perfect combination of history, culture, cuisine, wines, and natural beauty, as well as a rich heritage anchored by ten UNESCO World Heritage Sites and eight magnificent Natural Parks, and a stunning coastline of 3,625 miles — dotted by more than 1,000 islands, islets and reefs – has charmed and enchanted all who have visited.

Should you wish to attend the festival, or get more information, please visit: http://tourismandstrategy.com/en_US/prijave/

About Croatia
Stretching along the Adriatic Sea, just a stone's throw from Central Europe, Croatia is a country defined by a rich cultural legacy. Today, history perfectly combines with a youthful spirit and vibrant energy that prove irresistible to those seeking diversity. Breath-taking natural beauty, endless coastlines, diverse gastronomy, adventure, sports and wellness, can be enjoyed all year round. Whether exploring the old city of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, island hopping around the Split archipelago, truffle hunting in Istria, paragliding across the Plitvice Lakes, delving into Zagreb's streets and hidden passages, birdwatching in Kopacki rit, partying the night away at Zrce beach in Novalja or taking time out with the family on Zlatni Rat beach, there truly is something for everyone in Croatia. For more information, visit: http://croatia.hr

CNTB US Media Contact:             

Truc Nguyen

Croatian National Tourist Office - PR and Media Relations

truc@trucnnguyen.com / +1.646.531.4848