October 19th to 23rd 2026
Marbella, Spain

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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

  • 8th EDITION
    March 23rd to 27th, 2026
    Milan, Italy
  • 8th EDITION
    March 23rd to 27th, 2026
    Milan, Italy
  • 8th EDITION
    March 23rd to 27th, 2026
    Milan, Italy
  • 1st EDITION
    April 12th to 16th, 2026
    London, England

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Exhibitors

DUCO gathers, a selection of Spain & Portugal’s highest-end hotels and suppliers across both countries. Hotels make up the majority of our Exhibitors, followed by a few selected DMCs and bespoke experiences. To view DUCO Spain & Portugal 2026 curatorship list of suppliers, click here.

buyers

Highly selected professionals

Frontline travel advisors invited and hosted by DUCO

Top Producers

from the high-end travel industry, mainly from the USA – other markets represented on a smaller scale

New
Advisors

No repeaters for 3 years*
(2-year gap between participations)
allowing new business opportunities

*Exception applies for company owners and senior personnel

Buyers & Appointments

  • DUCO curates top producer advisors from the high-end travel industry, focusing on English-speaking markets (mainly USA).
  • Other global markets may also be represented on a smaller scale.
  • All Buyers have verified portfolios of high-end clients in Spain and Portugal, matching Exhibitors’ target markets.
  • To maximize opportunities, buyers may attend appointments in DUOs (pairs).
  • Appointments are automatically confirmed by DUCO’s system; no preference selection is needed.
  • Appointments are pre-scheduled and cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.
  • DUCO App will be available for participants interaction prior to the event.
  • DUCO’s appointments may be held in various venues, with tables in rooms of different sizes and configurations.
  • Buyers move through the table sequence, with meetings immediately following one another.

Press

program

DUCO welcomes a carefully selected group of journalists, contributors to USA, UK and local media outlets.

As a courtesy, Exhibitors are invited to apply for participation in the Press Program. Availability is limited and confirmation is based on journalists’ interests.

DUCO Spain & Portugal 2026

Event Program -

Marbella, October 19th to 23rd

pre-event

exclusive for journalists

Sunday, Oct 18th

  • Press Welcome Activities

day1

Monday, Oct 19th

  • Press Program at HOTEL FINCA CORTESIN
  • Registration & Standing Cocktail at FINCA CORTESIN BEACH CLUB

day2

Tuesday, Oct 20th

  • 1st full day of scheduled appointments at
    ANANTARA VILLA PADIERNA PALACE
  • Lunch at leisure
  • Opening Party at MARBELLA CLUB HOTEL

day3

Wednesday, Oct 21th

  • 2nd full day of scheduled appointments at ANANTARA VILLA PADIERNA PALACE
  • Lunch at leisure
  • DUCO Awards at ANANTARA AMPHITHEATRE

day4

Thursday, Oct 22th

  • 3rd full day of scheduled appointments at ANANTARA VILLA PADIERNA PALACE
  • Lunch at leisure

day5

Friday, Oct 23th

  • Check-out and departure
  • A 1h20 lunch break will be provided, with continued coffee break service at appointment venue. Exhibitors hosting buyers for lunch must return on time for afternoon appointments. No-show penalties apply.
  • DUCO guarantees 1 official evening event. Additional events may be added to the Official Program, requiring mandatory Buyer participation.
  • Exhibitors may host private events only outside the Official Program. Invitations are limited to 12 advisors to ensure opportunities for all. Private events must be reported to DUCO in advance for Buyer support.
  • DUCO provides transportation for Exhibitors and Buyers during the summit, between Hotels Hosting Buyers and Official Venues locations, according
    to the timetable (excluding those within walking distance).
  • DUCO does not share mailing lists nor organizes or promotes non-Official Program activities.

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 social media

Exhibitor promotion on @ducospainportugal Instagram, featured in destinations content to boost engagement and performance.

DUCO Best of Spain & Portugal

An educational online catalogue highlighting the regions of Spain & Portugal, featuring all Exhibitors and directing users to their respective websites for further information.

Marbellí
Exhibitor
Format

Marbellí Exhibitor Format

hosting hotels

DUCO brings to the City of Marbella approx. 150 frontline travel advisors per year, when Marbellí selected hotels greatly benefit from welcoming them at home, showcasing the property during the exclusive moment of DUCO.

A unique opportunity to welcome top qualified travel advisors to live your property’s outstanding service, absorb the experience, learn distinguishing features, build a relationship with the team and be more equipped to brief their clients and design itineraries.

Portfolio of Events

As a Co-Host collaboration, on top of the standard Exhibitor participation, Marbellí hotels are required to contribute with a minimum of 17% of the hotel’s room inventory to host Buyers for 4 nights, October 19th to 23rd 2026:

  • The Marbellí Exhibitor Format is mandatory for properties with 20 rooms or more, with a minimum of 3 rooms required.
  • For properties with more than 145 rooms, 25 rooms are required.
  • The rooming list is provided by DUCO about 1 month before the event.
  • Guests allocation is at DUCO’s sole discretion. While hosts’ preferences are thoughtfully considered, specific placements cannot be guaranteed.
  • For hosting additional advisors and/or offer special rates for Exhibitors, please consult DUCO’s Exhibitor Relations team.

In appreciation of our Hosting Buyers partnership, DUCO will provide one nominal and non-transferable invitation for the property’s Owner or General Manager, granting complimentary full access to the summit.

Participation Format

shared

  • 2 companies sharing the same Meeting Table & Set of Appointments
  • 10-minute appointments per company: 2 delegates (1 per company) sharing time
  • Up to 1 delegate per company at the table, even with Extra Badges purchase

individual

  • 1 company at the Meeting Table & Set of Appointments
  • 20-minute appointments
  • Up to 2 delegates of the same company at the table, even with Extra Badges purchase

collection

  • 3 to 6 sister companies sharing the same Meeting Table & Set of Appointments
  • 20-minute appointments
  • Up to 2 delegates of the collection at the table, even with Extra Badges purchase

Participation Format

shared

EUR 7.600,00 + VAT

  • 1 company sharing table
  • Up to 45 appointments of 10 minutes per company
  • 1 badge
  • 6 coffee breaks
  • 1 evening event
  • Exhibitor promotion on DUCO’s social media and website
  • Access to DUCO App for participants
  • Transportation during the summit between Hotels Hosting Buyers and Official Venues locations, according to the timetable (excluding those within walking distance)

individual

EUR 14.300,00 + VAT

  • 1 company
  • Up to 45 appointments of
    20 minutes
  • 2 badges
  • 6 coffee breaks
  • 1 evening event
  • Exhibitor promotion on DUCO’s social media and website
  • Access to DUCO App for participants
  • Transportation during the summit between Hotels Hosting Buyers and Official Venues locations, according to the timetable (excluding those within walking distance)

collection

EUR 15.500,00 + VAT

  • 3 to 6 sister companies sharing table
  • Up to 45 appointments of
    20 minutes
  • 2 badges
  • 6 coffee breaks
  • 1 evening event
  • Exhibitor promotion on DUCO’s social media and website
  • Access to DUCO App for participants
  • Transportation during the summit between Hotels Hosting Buyers and Official Venues locations, according to the timetable (excluding those within walking distance)

For Representation Companies participation, please consult DUCO’s Exhibitor Relations team.

Extra Badges

# of Seats at the Meeting Table are limited per format

  • Shared: 1 seat per company
  • Individual: 2 seats per company
  • Collection: 2 seats per collection

all-access badge

EUR 1.600,00 + VAT

  • Full program access, including appointments and evening events
  • Access to DUCO App

1-day badge

  • Access to 01 pre-selected
    day of appointments
  • Access to DUCO App
  • Evening events not included
  • Extra badges do not include additional set of appointments or extra seats at meeting table.
  • A maximum of 2 delegates seats per table is allowed during appointments. Additional delegates may rotate seating.
  • Extra badges are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Kindly note that alternating or switching badges is not available. We recommend planning your company’s accesses in advance.

Terms and Conditions

payment conditions

  • 100% payment 15 days after contract’s signature.

participation does not include

  • Flights, accommodation, meals, airport transportation.
  • Collateral materials storage.
  • Any other inclusions not mentioned in this proposal.

payment conditions

  • DUCO values data protection and Buyers mailing list is not provided.
  • Exhibitors’ data will be promoted on DUCO channels for commercial purposes, in line with GDPR regulations in the participation contract.

DUCO Spain & Portugal 2025

The first edition of DUCO Spain & Portugal took place in Marbella, from October 13th to 16th, 2025.

175

spanish and portuguese brands the finest Spanish and Portuguese travel suppliers, throughout the countries.

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.

Duco Spain & Portugal 2025 Fact Sheet

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

Destination Partners

CO-SPONSORS

the commercial

team

Duna Della Santa

Senior Exhibitor Relations

Eriberto Sousa

Exhibitor Relations

Heitor Menotti

Exhibitor Relations

Lisieux Baccaro

Exhibitor Relations

Cíntia Kobayashi

Senior Exhibitor Relations Administrator

Jennifer Santos

Exhibitor Relations Administrator

Ana Cucci

Commercial Director

Your trust & partnership are
what moves our work and gives us the inspiration
to promote the best of Spain & Portugal.

Muchas Gracias! Muito Obrigado!