Slovenia: Between Sea, Hills and Hidden Worlds
8th - 10th November 2026
Programme
Curated and hosted by the Slovenia Convention Bureau
Day 1 – Sunday, 8 November
Gorizia & Nova Gorica
Arrival & Transfer
Arrival at the airport and transfer to Nova Gorica.
Afternoon – Welcome & First Impressions
A welcome drink introduces the group in a relaxed atmosphere, setting the tone for the journey ahead.
Late Afternoon – Cross-Border Discovery
Guided visit of Gorizia and Nova Gorica: two cities, two identities, one shared destination — increasingly relevant for international meetings.
Evening – Traditional Slovenian dinner
A first encounter with local flavours in an informal and convivial atmosphere.
Overnight in Nova Gorica
Day 2 – Monday, 9 November
Brda, Postojna & Portorož
Morning – Site Visit & Departure
Visit to the Hotel Park Conference Centre, followed by departure towards the Brda region.
Late Morning – Landscapes & Tastings (Brda / Collio)
Rolling vineyards and quiet elegance. A territory where events blend naturally with landscape, gastronomy and atmosphere, complemented by a light tasting of local products.
Afternoon – Natural Wonder
Visit to Postojna Cave, one of Europe’s most iconic underground environments — a striking setting that inspires unconventional event concepts.
Late Afternoon – Arrival by the Sea Transfer to Portorož and check-in.
Evening – Seafront Venues & Dinner
Visit to the St. Bernardin Convention Centre, followed by a dinner with Mediterranean influences.
Overnight in Portorož
Day 3 – Tuesday, 10 November
Piran & Transition Beyond Borders
Morning – Piran Discovery
Guided visit of Piran, a refined Adriatic town shaped by centuries of Venetian influence - compact, authentic, and perfectly suited for high-level events.
Late Morning – Authentic Production
Visit to Fonda Fish Farm, a contemporary example of sustainability and local storytelling integrated into event experiences.
Lunch - Hosted
Afternoon – Towards the Venetian Mainland
Transfer to the Venetian mainland and arrival at Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese, set along the historic Terraglio — the elegant route that for centuries linked Venice and Treviso, lined with the country villas where Venetian noble families escaped the city for life on the mainland.
Arrival & Check-in
Time to relax before dinner.
Evening – A Taste of the Venetian Mainland
A convivial dinner featuring traditional specialities and flavours of the region.
Overnight at Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese
Day 4 – Wednesday, 11 November
Morning Transfer
Transfer to Venice and arrival in time for the start of the MICE Trade Show 2026.
Concept Note
This programme combines site inspections, landscapes and curated local encounters,
offering a concise yet meaningful insight into Slovenia’s MICE positioning within a broader European context.