The most important annual gathering of the Croatian camping sector, related institutions, partners and all camping fans and friends. The congress, organized by the Croatian Camping Association, will be held at the Hotel Well in Terme Tuhelj, 11th-13th November 2024, for the 18th consecutive year
The 18th Congress of Croatian Camping is an opportunity you should not miss, see you soon!
Book your calender on 11th - 13th November 2024 (Mon. - Wed.) and attend interesting round tables and lectures by foreign and local experts in the camping sector. You'll have the opportunity to get acquainted with the latest trends, camping equipment and services, as well as to socialize with colleagues and sector experts!
*Simultaneous translation provided - all lectures will be translated into English
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN - Register on time!
A large number of camping-industry representatives, from Croatia and abroad, are expected at the congress, together with owners and representatives of campsites, from the public sector and other economic- and trade associations from Croatia, as well as representatives of manifacturers and suppliers of the most diverse camping equipment and services.
Register via the links below, and please note that accommodation is not included in the "Congress Application". The accommodation can be booked separately via the link "Accommodation Hotel Well 4*:
- Congress application (the registration and the participation fee are compulsory for all participants)
The registration fee includes:
- 11th - 13th November (Mon.- Wed.), participation in round tables, lectures, presentations, coffee breaks, partner and organizer events, access to the exposition area featuring mobile homes and camping-related offerings
- 12th LUNCH - main congress day (Tue.)
The participation fee does NOT include:
- dinner on the 11th and 12th November (Mon. - Tue.), breakfast on the 12th and 13th November (Tue. - Wed.). Dinner and breakfast are included in the hotel accommodation. Participants not staying at the Hotel Well can pay for the extra meals at the reception
- Congress accommodation
Accommodation at the Hotel Well 4* during the Congress includes::
- overnight stay on a half-board basis, starting with dinner on November 11th (Mon.) or with dinner on 12th November (Tue.), depending on the arrival date
- access to the swimming pools at the Water Planet (*occasional restrictions on pool access may apply), use of bathrobes and towels, free Wi-Fi in all hotel areas, fitness room and outdoor covered parking.
We invite you to use the above links to confirm your arrival and book your seat as soon as possible and become part of a large camping family that will be gathering at the hotel Well in Terme Tuhelj 11th - 13th November 2024 (Mon.-Wed.).
A detailed program of the congress is coming soon!
Confirmed lectures and panel discussions:
ROUND TABLES:
Behind the scenes: the future of tourism and camping in an uncertain environment
Veljko Ostojić - Croatian Tourism Association
Ivan Güttler - Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service
Branimir Farkaš - Croatian Radiotelevision
Silvije Novak - Studio 3LHD
Moderator: Sanela Grujo Vrkljan - Institute for tourism
Are we living in an illusion: is Croatia ready for the market competition in 2025, or is an adjustment to the new rules of the game coming?
Josipa Cvelić Bonifačić - FMTU Opatija
Marino Brečević
Niels Fasen - Campingvision
Ramon van Reine - ACSI
Uwe Frers - Pincamp - ADAC
Moderator: Adriano Požarić
Ready for the future? Game-changing technologies transforming tourism
Luka Obradović - Micro-Link
Mauricio Licul - Data Flip
Majana Havranek - Mindsmiths
Goran Mrvoš - Infosit
Moderator: Aco Momčilović
LECTURES:
Overview of the camping season in the Mediterranean – should Croatia be concerned?
Niels Fasen - Campingvision (Switzerland)
In a season with bad weather in May, no holidays in June and EURO2024 and the Olympics in the summer months, Camping Vision experienced a quite good season 2024 in Croatia.
As expected, there has been a small general decrease in German visitors, but this loss is completely compensated by other sales markets like Austria, Denmark, Hungary, and Poland. The number of Dutch customers has remained the same. Also, this year, the high standard quality in combination with correct prices has brought our direct Croatian partners many Camping Vision clients.
About the speaker:
Niels Fasen was born in Breda, Netherlands, where he graduated in 2002 with a degree in International Tourism Consultancy and Management from Breda University of Applied Sciences. He has over 20 years of experience working in tourism, and since 2017, he has been working as a contract manager at Campingvision, where he is responsible for all contracts and agreements with Croatian campsites.
European camping trends – what’s really happening?
Ramon van Reine - ACSI (The Netherlands)
Quality, price and destination - a short insight into quality of camping in Europe, price trends and the economic impact of camping to destinations.
About the speaker:
Ramon van Reine is the CEO of ACSI, standing at he treshold of the 60th anniversary of the family-owned company that was founded by his father Ed van Reine in 1965. Not only as a professional, but also in his private live Ramon has been a camping enthousiast all his life, travelling throughout Europe.
Combined with over 40 years of professional experience in the camping business, Ramon clearly understands the needs of both campers and campsite owners.
Motivations and expectations of camping guests visiting Croatia: insights from one of Europe's most authoritative camping portals
Maximilian Möhrle - Camping.info (Germany)
What attracts campers to Croatia and how can they make their camping vacation unforgettable? In this presentation, Croatian campsite operators will receive exclusive and exciting insights into the results of a user analysis on camping in Croatia by camping.info. camping.info is one of the most relevant information and booking platforms with more than 8 Mio. visitors each year. Over 80% of the visitors are from Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
About the speaker:
Maximilian Möhrle founded in 2015 the booking platform and channel manager maxcamping. In 2017 Maximilian Möhrle acquired camping.info and is Managing Owner of camping.info, one of the leading platforms for campsites in Europe. Under his leadership, the portal almost doubled the number of unique visitors and integrated more than 2.000 online bookable campsites.
In 2021 camping.info and ACSI entered into a Joint Venture in order to join forces to create Europes biggest online booking system in Europe. Together with Ramon van Reine Maximilian is the Managing Director of ACSI camping.info Booking BV.
Is it time to reform Croatia's tourism offering, or are we on the right path toward becoming an authentic and sustainable high-value destination?
Paul Bradbury - Total Croatia News (Great Britain)
Croatian tourism is at a crossroads after years of relying on the sun and sea and numbers, numbers, numbers. What is it doing well, what is doing badly, and in which direction should it be heading?
About the speaker:
Born in the rain in Manchester, Paul moved to the sunniest island in Croatia via Somaliland back in 2003, and has been in love with Croatia ever since, describing it is Absurdistan, with the best lifestyle in Europe, with a sprinkling of insanity on top. He runs Total Croatia News, as well as his new direction as Croatia's oldest and fattest YouTuber and TikToker. You can connect with him on LinkedIn or find out more at www.paul-bradbury.com
ESG made simple: how to implement mandatory sustainable and resilient business practices
Nataša Novaković - Croatian Employers' Association - HUP (Croatia)
The presentation will provide an overview of upcoming regulations, indicating when they will come into effect and their importance for the tourism sector. In a practical way, I will explain what to expect, when, and who will be affected in the coming years, in relation to ESG regulations.
Given the numerous regulations that have already been enacted or are in the process of being introduced, and the demands placed on employers in the tourism sector, it is essential to prepare in advance for the inevitable changes. Every sector has its challenges, including tourism, and the transition will be easier if we understand the rules of the game.
About the speaker:
Nataša Novaković graduated from the Faculty of Law in Zagreb and completed a multidisciplinary specialist program, Advanced Master of European Studies, at the Faculty of Political Science in Zagreb, as well as an Executive MBA at ZSEM (Zagreb School of Economics and Management). She spent five years as the President of the Commission for Conflict of Interest Resolution, and after her term ended, she returned to the Croatian Employers' Association. Since April of last year, she has held the position of Director for ESG. Her current responsibilities include all topics that concern employers in the context of environmental, social, and governance factors in their operations.
Before her public office role, she worked for twelve years at the Croatian Employers' Association (HUP) as the Director for HR and the Labor Market, and she also led the UN Global Compact Network Croatia initiative for corporate social responsibility. Additionally, she covered other important topics such as gender equality, corporate social responsibility, employee development, and more.
No growth from Germany first time: explanation 2024 and outlook 2025.
Uwe Frers - Pincamp/ADAC (Germany)
The presentation by Uwe Frers provides different reasons for the decline in visitor numbers from Germany in 2024. Uwe Frers gives insights into the economic and political situation in Germany, provides statistical benchmark data and gives a data-based outlook on the expected situation for 2025.
About the speaker:
Uwe Frers (56) has 26 years of management experience in the online industry, 19 of which are in tourism. During his entrepreneurial career, he founded and sold three startups. Since October 2017, he has been the CEO of ADAC Camping GmbH, responsible for camping activities at ADAC SE, as well as for the development of the PiNCAMP online booking portal.
In January 2024, the Dutch ANWB and the Swiss TCS became additional shareholders in the company, with Uwe Frers continuing to lead the international joint venture as the CEO. Since May 2024 PiNCAMP has also been operating the Dutch portal anwbcamping.nl.
Uwe Frers lives in the heart of Berlin with his partner and three children.
From words to action - building congress and wellness tourism in camping as a path to year-round operations:
Campsite Mon Perin: unveiling the newly opened Congress and Wellness & Spa Centre
Massimo Piutti - Mon Perin d.d (Croatia)
The presentation will provide a brief overview of the development of the Mon Perin campsite, along with key business performance indicators. It will focus on additional facilities that are expected to extend the season and generate extra overnight stays and revenue during the "winter" period.
The presentation will also highlight the new investment at Mon Perin, including a wellness center with accompanying facilities, a conference hall, and year-round mobile homes with enclosed, heated terraces located next to the new facilities. This wellness center and conference hall investment, completed for the 2024 season, is expected to enable the company to make a significant step toward year-round operations.
About the speaker:
Massimo Piutti, a Master of Economics from Bale, has been working at Mon Perin since 2012. He has held various positions within the company, from sales officer to his current role as President of the Board. He was awarded the 2017 Manager of the Year by the Croatian Association of Managers and Entrepreneurs (CROMA).
He has been involved in all the development processes at the Mon Perin campsite, from merging the former Colone and San Polo campsites into one, to positioning Mon Perin as one of the most recognizable campsites in the sector.
Campsite Amarin: innovative aquapark concept with an indoor pool
Martina Malec Perić - Maistra d.d. (Croatia)
In the presentation, you will be guided through the water zones of the Amarin campsite, which include an indoor heated pool as one of the key features for year-round campsite sales, as well as other facilities within the indoor pool building.
About the speaker:
Born in Pula, she graduated from the Faculty of Economics and Tourism, majoring in Tourism. After completing her studies, she began working in the tourism sector, and for the past 7 years, she has been employed at Maistra, where she started as a trainee, then assistant director, and finally became a director in the camping division.
One of her most valuable experiences in her director position at Maistra's campsite has been participating in the investment cycle and development of the campsite, establishing insourcing in all campsite departments, and ultimately upgrading the campsite from a 2-star to a 4-star rating.
TikTok for tourism: boosting campsite’s success with new media
Matea Kurtović - Escape (Croatia)
Digital marketing is an essential tool for reaching target customer groups, guests, and other stakeholders. TikTok, currently the fastest-growing social network and primarily a video platform, has managed to generate over 3 billion users to date, making it the fastest-growing social network. This is definitely not just another platform that, at the beginning of 2020, was thought unlikely to last and was considered only for children. It has become a social network that is now a new search engine. As Google’s Vice President Prabhakar Raghavan himself said, TikTok has become a serious competitor to Google, as younger generations are more inclined to use social media and videos to discover new places and events.
Restaurants, hotels, amusement parks, cafes, and private apartment owners have turned this platform to their advantage, creating content that truly interests the audience. Engaging, inspiring, educational, and easy-to-watch content dominates TikTok, leading many companies and brands to include TikTok in their digital platform strategies. We will look at the best case studies from the Croatian market and how both large and smaller players are using it.
About the speaker:
Matea Kurtović holds a master's degree from the Faculty of Economics in Osijek, and in 2018, she directed her passion for marketing towards digital marketing, when she also began her professional career in this field. She started her career at the marketing agency Escape, in the position of social media manager, and has been involved with TikTok since 2020.
In 2023, she founded a TikTok team within the agency and became the head of this team. In addition, she is involved in influencer marketing and is a lecturer at the London School of Public Relations.
Innovative Technologies and AI: genuine opportunity or an expensive journey?
Aco Momčilović - Future HR (Hrvatska)
In a brief introductory presentation, we will cover the main areas of AI applications in tourism and related sectors and track the changes that have occurred over the past few years. Examples and practices will serve to inspire the audience, as well as lay the foundation for the panel discussion that will follow after the introduction.
About the speaker
Born in Zagreb in 1980. After finishing Psychology at FFZG he went on Executive MBA at Cotrugli Business School. Further education is NLP Leadership Academy, EU Funds Project Manager, and Integral School of Organizational Development. He is a Ph.D. Researcher at the University of Dubrovnik – Digital Economy (Artificial Intelligence).
He currently holds several positions in the field of artificial intelligence: he is a Visiting Professor at the Swiss School of Business and Management - AI for Business (organizing also the AI Adopter Diploma and lecturing on Human Resources Management and Organizational Behavior), President and Co-Founder of Global AI Ethics Institute, founded in Paris 2021, Global Head of AI SIG in International Project Management Association (IPMA) since 2024, Board member of the Croatian AI Association, and the founder of projects AI Art Singularity and AI Business Hackathon.
Since 2018, he has been the owner of the company FutureHR, where he works as an HR and Business Expert/Consultant, covering projects related to company mission and vision, corporate branding, organizational design, recruitment, education, compensation and benefits, business consulting and mentoring, and management development.
RECOGNITIONS AND AWARDS:
Naj kamp Adria 2024
- Klemen Hren (Adria & Avtokampi.si)
Croatia's Best Campsites & OK Mini Camps 2025
InovaCamp 2024
- Adriano Palman (Croatian Camping Association - CCA)
The program is subject to changes and additions, you can download the most current version at any time via the "Congress program" button on top of this page.
...SEE YOU AT THE 18th CAMPING CONGRESS!
Congress partners:
In addition to professional lectures, a very important component of the congress is the "fair part", i.e. the presentation of a large number of foreign and domestic manufacturers of mobile homes and glamping tents, camping equipment and accompanying offers, which will enable participants to gain insight into the latest market trends.
- MICRO-LINK – telecommunication equipment for campsites
- MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS – communication solutions and services
- ALTO KRVAVICA – concrete products and urban equipment
- MAREX-ELEKTROSTROJ – camping equipment
- ISTRA TECH – IT solutions
- DREZGA – lawn mowers and saws
- TENT TRIS – glamping tents
- GAVEIA (AdriaCamps & MyMobilehome) – online agency
- O.M. CODE – campsite digital maps
- ECO FRIEND – filtration and conservation of water and energy
- SÈNIA FOOD AND BEVERAGE – campsites and catering
- HESPO - HILDING ANDERS – mattresses and beds
- SPAS STUDIO – whirlpools
- EURO POOL – pools, enclosures & spa tubs
- SWEN – booking and property management platform
- PROMOTRADE (PZA STEBRIČKI) – equipment for campsites and camping rest areas
- FLEXKEEPING – housekeeping and staff collaboration software
- CAMPMAP – interactive digital maps
- TRI M – IT solutions
- AQUACHEM – swimming pools, wellness, fountains
- LASERLINE – information systems
- KG MEDIA – advertising agency
- CAMPING VISION INT. – touroperator & online buking platform
- ECG CROATIA – campsite & accommodation management
Welcome to the Croatian Camping Days!
In the past seventeen years, the Congress of Croatian Camping, organized by CCA, has imposed itself as the central event for the gathering and exchange of knowledge and experience, education and meeting of representatives of the Croatian camping sector and related activities.
From the first event, held in 2007, to last year's 17th Congress of Croatian Camping, more than 4.400 participants met and exchanged experiences, saw development trends and figures of European and Croatian campsites, learned about tools and ways of promotion, met and agreed on co-operation with CNTB representatives from some of the most eminent European markets, talked to foreign experts from campsites, advertising and related activities, received inspiration and new ideas for improving their quality and adapting to the expectations of camping guests (glamping, mobile homes, aqua parks, luxury camps, service quality etc.), saw the latest innovative mobile homes models, as well as other various camping equipment and much more.
At the same time, and not less important, the issues of future developments and current obstacles have always been debated together with the issue of raising the general competitiveness level of the Croatian camping sector.
As part of the Congress, the best campsites will be awarded with special quality prizes - Croatia's Best Campsites, OK mini camps and the slovenian quality award Naj Kamp Adria.
Once again, we believe that we have prepared some very interesting and trending topics for all participants!