For years, our conference has been more than just a gathering—it’s been a space where ideas thrive, connections grow, and inspiration takes center stage. Fondly known by its participants as the “Conference with Soul”, it owes its spirit to the warmth, enthusiasm, and engagement of both organizers and participants, many of whom return year after year.
This year, the Conference moves from the coastal town of Brela to the city of Split, home of its organizing institution, the Faculty of Economics, Business and Tourism. While the setting changes, our dedication to creating a memorable and welcoming experience, providing an inspiring setting for exchanging ideas and forging connections, remains steadfast.
Welcome to Split, Croatia
Split, the location of our upcoming FEBST International Conference, is Croatia’s second-largest city and the centre of Dalmatia. Set on a peninsula between the Adriatic Sea and the slopes of Mosor and Kozjak, it is a city where seventeen centuries of history are part of everyday life.
At its heart lies Diocletian’s Palace, built by the Roman emperor Diocletian at the turn of the 4th century AD as his retirement residence. Rather than a preserved ruin, the Palace is a living part of the city: its walls, streets, and squares are home to residents, shops, cafés, and restaurants, and the emperor’s mausoleum has served for centuries as the Cathedral of Saint Domnius. Together with the surrounding medieval old town, the Palace has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1979.
Just west of the old town, Marjan Hill offers a green counterpoint to the stone streets. This forest park, crossed by walking trails, leads to viewpoints over the city, the nearby islands, and the open sea, as well as to small coves for a quiet swim.
The sea is never far away in Split. The Riva, the waterfront promenade beneath the Palace’s southern walls, is the city’s everyday meeting place, while the nearby Bačvice beach is the home of picigin, a local ball game played in the shallows. From the city port, ferries and catamarans connect Split with the islands of central Dalmatia, including Brač, Hvar, Šolta, and Vis.
Late May is a particularly pleasant time to be in Split. The Mediterranean spring is in full swing: days are long, sunny, and warm without the heat of high summer, evenings are mild, and the sea is warming up for the first swims of the season. The culinary scene follows the season, with fresh seafood, locally sourced produce, and Croatian wines.
We look forward to welcoming you to Split during our conference. A city where Roman, medieval, and contemporary life meet offers not only a setting for a productive academic gathering, but also for conversations that continue long after the sessions end.
