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We Won! Montenegro’s Leading DMC 2026
33rd World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort

Montenegro Concierge DMC Named Montenegro's Leading Destination Management Company 2026

Montenegro’s Leading DMC 2026

First World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony in Montenegro

Date: 18 October 2026︱Author: Jelena Dimitrov

On 17 October 2026, World Travel Awards brought its Europe Gala Ceremony to Montenegro for the first time in its 33-year history.  

Stage of the 33rd World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort

At Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, in front of tourism leaders from across the continent, Montenegro Concierge DMC was named Montenegro's Leading Destination Management Company 2026.

The title was decided by votes only, and we are proud of that.

But we are even prouder of who cast them.  

Partners who trust us with their clients.
Agents who send their groups our way.
Friends and families, who cheer the loudest.
And everyone who has seen, up close, how we work on the ground.

Montenegro Concierge DMC receiving the World Travel Awards 2026 trophy for Montenegro’s Leading Destination Management Company
Montenegro Concierge DMC giving an interview to Breaking Travel News and posing with World Travel Awards founder Graham Cooke after winning Montenegro’s Leading DMC 2026

A Home Win at the World Travel Awards Europe 2026

For one evening, Europe's travel industry gathered in Kotor Bay. And our partner, Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort, was a proud host.

Hotels, airlines, tour operators and destinations gathered on the water's edge, beneath the mountains that make this bay unlike any other on the Adriatic.

For a country that fits into a single day's drive, it was a big night.  
For us, it was a home win.

The team behind the title

Part of the team that made it happen.

Montenegro Concierge DMC team on stage with the Montenegro’s Leading DMC 2026 award at Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort

World Travel Awards 2026: Montenegro’s Winners

Montenegro had plenty to celebrate that night, at both European and national level. Two of the European titles matter to us more than any other.

Montenegro: Europe’s Leading Nature Destination 2026

Montenegro was named Europe’s Leading Nature Destination 2026. For a country this size, the range is remarkable. With five national parks a few hours from the coast, our programmes can move from sea to mountains in a single day, and many of our unique experiences in Montenegro take place outdoors.

Kotor: Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination 2026

Kotor was named Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination 2026. The UNESCO-listed old town and the Bay of Kotor are where most of our incentive and corporate programmes begin, and where we are proud to call home.

‍Montenegro’s Leading 2026

  • Hyatt Regency Kotor Bay Resort: Montenegro’s Leading Resort, Leading Beach Resort and Leading Conference Hotel
  • Villa Geba Boutique Hotel: Montenegro’s Leading Boutique Hotel
  • Mamula Island by Banyan Tree: Montenegro’s Leading Boutique Resort
  • Suite Three at One&Only Portonovi: Montenegro’s Leading Hotel Suite
  • Hilton Podgorica Crna Gora: Montenegro’s Leading Business Hotel
  • Merit Starlit Hotel & Residence & Casino: Montenegro’s Leading Hotel
  • Dukley Hotel & Resort: Montenegro’s Leading Family Resort

Also recognised at European level

  • Porto Montenegro: Europe’s Leading Superyacht Marina 2026
  • One&Only Resorts, home to One&Only Portonovi: Europe’s Leading Luxury Resort Brand 2026
Bay of Kotor at dusk, home to Kotor, Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination 2026

What the Award Means for Agency Partners

Recognition matters most to the people who trust us with their clients.

For our agency partners, the award confirms what they already know: the team that designs a programme in Montenegro is the same team that runs it on the ground — from the first site inspection to the final transfer.

With representatives in 22 countries, we work with a carefully selected group of agency partners across the UK, Europe, North America, Latin America and Australia/New Zealand.

“An agency that sends us a group puts its own name on every moment of that programme. We never forget that. What we promise at the start is what we deliver at the end, and this award tells our partners they were right to rely on it. It also changes what comes next: a Montenegro with a recognised Leading DMC is an easier choice to put in front of their clients, and we intend to make every programme we build together worth that choice.”

Edil Omeragić, CEO & Founder, Montenegro Concierge DMC

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Watch Edil’s interview with World Travel Awards, recorded on the night of the ceremony.

This Award Belongs to Many People

To our fearless team, who deliver whatever the day throws at them.
To our representatives in 22 countries, who carry Montenegro to the world.
To the hotels, venues and guides who open Montenegro to our guests.

And to everyone who voted — thank you!

This award is yours.

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