TBYB BD

30 Sep – 2 Oct 2026, Montenegro
Free for hosted buyers

At TBYB by Conventa in Budva, we are creating a carefully curated, boutique experience where meetings are not left to chance but designed to matter.

Set along the Adriatic coast, Budva combines Mediterranean charm with a fast-growing meetings industry. With its blend of historic old town ambience, modern hotels, and inspiring seaside venues, it offers an environment where meaningful conversations naturally evolve into lasting partnerships.

This exclusive format brings together a highly targeted group of event planners and the region’s most relevant suppliers, ensuring every interaction is valuable, efficient, and memorable. TBYB Budva is designed for those who seek quality over quantity and real business outcomes over formalities.

3

days

25

buyers

20

suppliers

100%

satisfaction

Event partner

A rising MICE destination with strategic potential

Montenegro is rapidly positioning itself as a competitive and attractive MICE destination. Budva, as its tourism hub, offers a strong mix of high-quality hotels, resort infrastructure, and authentic experiences, all within a compact, easily accessible setting. The destination’s ability to combine business with leisure, coastal beauty with professional standards, makes it ideal for events that aim to inspire while delivering results.

Boutique format, high-value connections

TBYB Budva is built on a simple principle: fewer participants, better connections. By carefully selecting both buyers and suppliers, we ensure relevance in every meeting. We are creating a focused environment where conversations are deeper, partnerships are stronger, and time is used efficiently.

Experiencing the destination first-hand

Participants will not only meet key business makers but also experience Budva as a destination. From exploring the charming Budva to curated local experiences and Adriatic cuisine, every moment is designed to showcase the destination’s potential for events. This immersive approach allows planners to truly understand how Budva can elevate their future projects and what it has to offer.

Join us as a
Hosted Buyer

Experience the destination firshand and connect with most relavant suppliers.

Your commitment as a Hosted Buyer

As a hosted buyer at Conventa, I commit to completing at least 10 pre-scheduled meetings to explore valuable new business opportunities. See terms.

Programme highlights

Arrival and get-together dinner
30 September 2026

Arrival and get-together dinner

A relaxed evening designed to connect international hosted buyers and local exhibitors in an informal networking atmosphere.

Dukley Infinity
Late afternoon Montenegro destination presentation
Dukley Seafront
Evening Welcome dinner Overlooking the Adriatic Sea and the Budva Riviera
Experience day
1 October 2026

Experience day

A curated programme for international hosted buyers and local exhibitors, offering immersive destination experiences and meaningful networking, including lunch and dinner.

Hotel Splendid
9:00 Departure from Hotel Splendid
Kotor
Kotor Cable Car Experience A spectacular ascent to Kuk, offering sweeping views over the Bay of Kotor, the Adriatic coast and the mountains of Lovćen National Park.
Cetinje
Yugo Self-Drive Adventure to Cetinje Continuing in classic Yugo cars on a memorable drive towards Cetinje, Montenegro’s historic Royal Capital. This experience combines nostalgia, fun and dramatic mountain scenery.
Cetinje Discovery Guided walk through Cetinje, including a visit to the Royal Palace / King Nikola’s Palace and an introduction to Montenegro’s royal and cultural heritage.
Rađenović Household, Skočiđevojka
Traditional Lunch The group will continue by coach to the Radjenović family household for an authentic Montenegrin lunch, featuring local flavours, warm hospitality and a genuine rural atmosphere.
Sveti Stefan
Panoramic Visit After lunch, panoramic sightseeing of Sveti Stefan, Montenegro’s most iconic coastal landmark, with time for photographs and a short interpretation of its history.
Return to Hotel Splendid Short break
Budva Old Town
Departure for Budva Old Town
Budva “Five Senses” Experience A specially designed immersive walk through Budva, revealing the city through taste, sound, scent, touch and visual storytelling.
Dinner at atmospheric Citadela
1:1 meetings
2 October 2026

1:1 meetings

On the last day, pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings bring together international hosted buyers and local exhibitors, followed by lunch and departures.

Hotel Splendid
9:00 – 13:00 Morning B2B workshop
13:00 – 14:00 Lunch

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