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DUCO!
DUCO is a niche, destination-oriented travel summit to promote on a year-round basis the Best of Spain & Portugal to top producers from English-speaking markets (mainly USA) and other global markets on smaller scale.
DUCO organizes one annual event in Marbella to promote the networking between high-end Spanish and Portuguese hospitality providers and some of the world’s most qualified travel advisors.
Portfolio of Events
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2nd EDITION
October 19th to 23rd, 2026
Marbella, Spain -
6th EDITION
November 02nd to 06th, 2026
Paris, France -
9th EDITION
March 15th to 19th, 2027
Rome, Italy -
1st EDITION
April 12th to 16th, 2027
London, England
What to expect
- A true immersion in the DUCO destination to enhance your knowledge, networking and leverage in this specific market.
- 3 days of appointments with an incredible selection of hotels and experiences – only the best of its destinations.
- By invitation only, approximately 150 guests travel advisors (depending on the destination).By invitation only, approximately 150 guests travel advisors (depending on the destination).
- Boutique, elegant, exclusive.
Benefits of attending DUCO:
- Strengthen business partnerships with core suppliers in DUCO destinations.
- Establish new business relationships through face-to-face meetings and networking.
- Learning of off-the-beaten path properties and under-the-radar suppliers who do not reach advisors in their home destinations.
- Representing the host and agency to Exhibitors and the potential of future business.
- Peer-learning through duo appointment pairing and networking events.
Becoming a DUCO Buyer
DUCO’s invitation is personal and non-transferrable, based on advisors’ business criteria.
Criteria:
- Front line sellers with a B2C focus.
- Once in a 3-Year Opportunity! Buyers can attend a summit in a particular destination once every 3 years.
- Representatives of the Next Generation of travel (gen-x and millennial clients).
- Consolidated business, minimum USD 1m book of business.
- Consolidated bookings in the destination for minimum annual sales of USD 200k (reference check).
NOTE:
- Companies that work with B2B such as TO, OTA and DMC, participation at DUCO is restricted to Exhibitor format.
- In case B2B operation is not disclaimed during Buyer Application process, participation can be canceled at any time with no claim of losses.
event
PROGRAM
from MONDAY to FRIDAY
4
NIGHTS
PROGRAM
1
REGISTRATION
DAY
3
DAYS
APPOINTMENTS
1
EVENING
EVENTS
*All events at DUCO Official Program are mandatory as part of the invitation.
DUCO Application Process
Agents interested in attending DUCO are invited to:
step1
Application & Pre-Invitation
After your Application Form has been reviewed and validated, you will receive the Pre-Invitation Form.
This form provides event details for your review, allowing you to assess whether DUCO aligns with your company’s needs and interests.
It also includes the event’s Terms & Conditions.
At the end of the form, you will be required to pay an Administrative Fee of EUR 350 + VAT, which is personal, non-transferable, and non-refundable.
We strongly recommend reading the Terms & Conditions carefully and saving a copy for reference,
as penalty fees may apply for cancellations.
Once you have submitted the Pre-Invitation Form, please allow up to 48 business hours for DUCO to update you on your status and next steps.
Important:
Kindly await confirmation from DUCO before making any travel arrangements.
step2
Attendance Formalization
Upon receipt of the completed form and Administrative Fee payment, DUCO considers the advisor’s participation confirmed and the spot is secured. An official confirmation email will be sent from DUCO.
step3
Flight Information
Arrival and departure transfers will be provided exclusively to/from Malaga Airport for arrivals on October 19th and departures on October 23rd 2026.
This information is linked to DUCO’s system and to ensure inclusion, flights are required to be submitted at least 90 days prior the event start date, in order to finalize the logistics of the summit.
In case the participant fails to inform flight details in due time, arrival and departure transfers entitled by DUCO will not be included as part of the program.
DUCO’s Appointment Format
- Each appointment lasts 20 minutes, with a full schedule featuring 16 appointments per day, offering up to 48 appointments over the 3 days of the program.
- Appointments are pre-assigned by DUCO, and it is not possible to self-select based on preferences.
DUCO qualifies all suppliers exhibiting at the event and considers them all suitable to host your esteemed clients. - Exhibitor tables are positioned in a sequence, and advisors move from table to table (Buyers do not meet with all Exhibitors during appointment tracks).
- Each appointment table features one or multiple suppliers, and representatives will divide their presentation time accordingly.
- Buyers joining DUCO can be grouped in duos to attend the appointments (agents share the
appointment track with another advisor, from the same or different company), maximizing the reach of the educational session. - DUCO’s appointments may take place in different locations (transfers will be provided to and from hosting hotels not within walking distance).
- The DUCO programme may include exhibitors offering experiences that are non-commissionable. As many high-end advisors already adopt a service-fee / professional-fee model billed directly to their clients for non-commissionable services, we encourage this approach for these specific situations.
Get ready to become a destination specialist!
In addition to their customized appointment schedule, Buyers can meet with Exhibitors not featured on their schedule by taking advantage of networking opportunities provided in DUCO’s Official Program.
Pre or Post FAM Trip Opportunities: Due to limited availability, if an official tour is not available,
advisors are encouraged to contact their preferred DUCO suppliers and arrange their own FAM Trips.
DUCO Invitation Inclusions
includes:
- Four nights’ hosted accommodation including breakfast per advisor.
- Arrival and departure transfers to and from Malaga Airport only.
- Up to 48 appointments of 20 minutes each.
- Monday: Transfers to and from hosting hotels to registration venue.
- Transfers between host hotels and DUCO appointments and events.
When applicable, consider walking distance venues. - One exclusive networking evening event.
- Possibility to apply for a DUCO Trip (limited availability).
does not include:
- Flights/Trains or any other travel arrangements to Malaga or Marbella.
- Arrival and departure transfers to/from Malaga Airport which fall outside the transfer-based strucure (official days and times).
- Arrival and departure transfers to/from Malaga train station.
- Lunches – the appointment schedule allows a lunch break for participants to use at their discretion.
- Personal expenses or any extras not mentioned above.
The invitation is personal and non-transferable. All Buyers are required to comply with the Terms & Conditions when accepting an invitation to attend DUCO.
Transportation
- Daily shuttles between the host hotels and the event venues will be provided at pre-scheduled times, which will be communicated by the organizers closer to the event.
- Shuttles will depart strictly at the scheduled times to ensure the proper flow of the event, and late arrivals will be responsible for their own transportation.
- Transfer times and routes cannot be modified or negotiated directly with drivers under any circumstances.
- Please note that certain venues are located within walking distance; in such cases, transportation will not be provided.
- Transportation will be shared with other event participants and may include multiple stops.
- As transfers operate on a rotating schedule, some waiting time may be expected.
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Exhibitors
DUCO gathers, a selection of the Destinations’ highest-end hotels and suppliers, from all over the country.
Hotels represent the majority of our Exhibitors, followed by a few selected DMCs, villas, cruises, private jets, destination partners and bespoke experiences.
DUCO APP
all at your fingertips
Ahead of the event, DUCO provides all attendees with the opportunity to download the exclusive DUCO App, bringing everything you need into one place.
• Connect with Exhibitors even before the event.
• Access key information to prepare for the summit.
• Discover a curated selection of local restaurants.
• Download the DUCO Expert logo.
• Shuttle timetables from your hosting hotel.
• Exhibitors and Partners list, Event Program.
• DUCO Awards nominees.
• Explore the Summit Photos.
• And more!
beyond the
summit
DUCO’s Marketing team curates thoughtful initiatives to ensure our Exhibitors remain present in the minds of our audience throughout the summit journey.
DUCO website
Through the DUCO website, you will find complete information about the summit, as well as an online catalogue featuring the regions of the Destination, their highlights, and the list of Exhibitors.
DUCO social media
Follow DUCO’s Instagram accounts for daily inspiration and insider tips on the rich heritage of each destination.
history
of SUCCESS
DUCO Italy 2026
The eight edition of DUCO Italy took place in Milan, from March 23rd to 27th, 2026.
341
italian brands
the finest Italian travel suppliers, throughout the country.
260
travel advisors
from across United States (77,5%), Europe (10%), Canada (4%), Australia (1,5%) and other global markets (7%) to immerse themselves in the destination.
DUCO has clearly established itself as the most important gathering in the industry in Italy, and the exceptional level of organization is reflected in every detail. I was struck by the precision, care, and thoughtfulness with which everything was curated and executed.
Vito Cinque
Il San Pietro di Positano
The energy at this entire show was incredible! I left feeling like I had learned so much and met so many wonderful people. All of the DUCO events were so impressive. The fact that we had a private experience inside the Duomo was amazing and felt like an out of body experience.
Heide Taylor
Winkaffe Global Travel, California, United States
Amazing news for 2027
March 15th to 19th, 2027 Rome, Italy
DUCO Spain & Portugal 2025
The first edition of DUCO Spain & Portugal took place in Marbella, from October 13th to 16th, 2025.
175
129
travel advisors
(buyers + executive buyers)
from across United States (72%), Europe (10,5%), Australia (6%), Canada (2,5%) and other global markets (9%) to immerse themselves in the destination.
My sincere thanks for the incredibly positive and valuable networking opportunities provided during the events. The service was truly top-notch and delivered with remarkable warmth and quality.
Maria Carapinha
São Lourenço do Barrocal
This was definitely one of the best shows of the year!
Teresa Abreu
Palácio Ludovice Wine Experience Hote
I was blown-away by the quality and relevance of nearly ALL my appointments. I learned about places I never even knew existed. I am totally excited for my next client Spain or Portugal trip!
Liz Georjon
Montecito Village Travel, New York, United States
DUCO France 2025
The fifth edition of DUCO France took place in Paris, from November 03rd to 07th, 2025.
237
french brands
the finest French travel suppliers, throughout the country.
191
travel advisors
from across United States (81%), Europe (6%), Canada (3%), Australia (3%) and other global markets (7%) to immerse themselves in the destination.
First of all, I’d like to thank you all for the quality of the meetings we had. We can truly say that the travel agents we met were ‘la crème de la crème.’
Benjamin Robic
Château Hôtel Grand Barrail
I can’t thank you enough for the fabulous opportunity to attend DUCO France! I sell a lot of France and really needed to meet some of the hoteliers, DMC’s, guides whom I use but never met in person. I have already booked some clients with special tours and more coming tomorrow and will have them stay at my hotel which I loved!
Silvia Gardin
FROSCH by Chase Travel, California, United States
Amazing news for 2027
April 12th to 16th, 2027 London, UK
the buyers
team
Your trust & partnership are
what moves our work and gives us the inspiration
to promote the best of each destination.
Merci et à bientôt!
Muchas Gracias! Muito obrigado!
With our sincere thanks! Go raibh míle maith agat!