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About NEXT Retreat Europe 2026
NEXT Retreat Europe 2026 is an invite-only executive gathering organised by NEXT.io at Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort in Peyia, on the Paphos coast of Cyprus. It runs from Monday 12 October (optional yacht tour, check-in and evening networking drinks) to a close after lunch on Wednesday 14 October 2026. The guest list is capped at 100 C-level delegates, split evenly between 50 operators and 50 suppliers, with a focus on emerging markets. Conversations are held under the Chatham House Rule. The main business block on Tuesday is a knowledge-sharing and networking rotation around themed high tables covering topics such as crypto, prediction markets, M&A and partnerships, alongside a dedicated meetings room. Afternoons are given over to activities such as padel, golf, a buggy tour of the Akamas mountains and wine tasting, followed by a networking dinner. Operators apply for a complimentary operator pass, while suppliers take part through partnership packages. Operator brands listed as 2026 attendees include Entain, Super Group, Tipico, Lottoland, Coolbet, 1xBet and Gamdom.
iGamingOnline CasinoSports BettingCrypto & BlockchainPrediction MarketsInvestment & M&A
NEXT Retreat Europe 2026 agenda
21 sessions15:00
Guest Check-In
18:0021:00
Networking Drinks
07:3009:00
Networking Breakfast
09:3009:40
Pre-Session Arrivals
09:4012:30
Knowledge Sharing & Networking Rotation
Themed high tables on topics including crypto, prediction markets, M&A and partnerships; delegates choose tables and rotate freely, with no stage or slides.
10:0012:00
Meetings
12:0013:30
Networking Lunch
14:0018:00
Activities Time
14:0018:00
Padel tournament, at the resort
14:0018:00
Poolside chill-out, at the resort
14:3017:30
Golf Range, at the resort
14:3017:30
Buggy tour, Akamas Mountains
Off-site buggy excursion; a physical driving licence is required to drive.
15:0016:30
Wine tasting
19:0022:00
Networking Dinner
22:0001:00
Post Dinner Networking Drinks
07:3009:30
Networking Breakfast
10:0012:00
Poolside Close
A final "Last Call by the Pool" session to close deals started during the week or meet missed contacts before departure.
12:00
Check-out
12:3014:00
Networking Lunch
14:00
Close of NEXT Retreat
Exhibitors at NEXT Retreat Europe 2026
8 listed on Gamitas
Also exhibiting: 01.tech, Creedroomz, Penguin King, SpinOro, TalentXD, Z-Gaming
NEXT Retreat Europe 2026 news
3NEXT.io unveils 2026 strategy following record-breaking year
NEXT.io set out its 2026 plans after a record year, including an expanded programme of executive retreats. The article named Portugal, Cancun and Brazil as retreat locations; the 2026 Europe retreat was ultimately set in Cyprus.
Alea announced as headline partner for NEXT Retreat: Europe 2025 in Cyprus
Aggregator Alea became headline partner of the 2025 Cyprus retreat, which brings 50 operators and 50 suppliers together for three closed-door days. Alea also continued its sponsorship of the retreat wine tasting.
NEXT.io unveils Elite Retreat concept
NEXT.io introduced its invite-only Elite Retreat format of 100 delegates (50 operators, 50 partners) under the Chatham House Rule. The inaugural retreats were scheduled for Cyprus in October 2024 and Cancun in November 2024.
NEXT Retreat Europe 2026 FAQs
6Where is NEXT Retreat Europe 2026 held?
At Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort, 3 Maniki Street, 8570 Agios Georgios Pegeia (Peyia), Cyprus.
When does the retreat start and finish?
It opens with check-in and welcome networking drinks on Monday 12 October 2026 and closes after lunch on Wednesday 14 October 2026.
Are airport transfers provided?
Yes. The organiser provides transport from the airport to the resort and back; delegates should send their flight details in advance.
Which meals are included?
Welcome drinks and canapes on 12 October, breakfast, lunch and dinner on 13 October, and breakfast and lunch on 14 October. Anything outside those times is at the attendee's own cost.
What is the dress code?
Business casual for mornings and evenings; dress for the activity in the afternoons, and bring swimwear, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen.
What are the room check-in and check-out times, and can I extend my stay?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is 12:00. Subject to availability, guests can arrive up to three days early or leave up to three days later at a special rate by contacting the team.