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22 May, 2026Colombia DMC for Corporate Events, Incentive Travel & MICE Services
The Heart of Latin America
Strategic Connectivity: Bogotá’s airport is one of Latin America’s key international gateways, helping make delegate access straightforward for international programmes.
Top Event Infrastructure: The country features high-profile convention and exhibition centers, alongside 117 non-traditional venues that make events truly extraordinary.
Destination Variety: From the cosmopolitan energy of Bogotá and the pristine Caribbean beaches of Cartagena to the cultural richness of Medellín and the colonial charm of Villa de Leyva.
Value & Hospitality: Colombia combines solid value, good infrastructure, and a strong service culture for international corporate groups.
Ovation Colombia DMC operates through our Strategic Partner Programme with a trusted local destination management company, offering unparalleled expertise in the design and delivery of corporate events.
With a dedicated department specializing in corporate programmes, we combine your strategic business needs with deep, localized knowledge of the destination. Whether you require a large-scale convention in Bogotá or a more tailored incentive in Cartagena, we provide end-to-end destination management with strong local coordination.
Contact Colombia
Juan Pablo Toro | CEO & Founder
BOGOTÁ OFFICE: Carrera 11 #93a-53, Oficina 501. Bogotá, Colombia.
“The experience with this DMC has truly been amazing. We specialize in organizing group travel all around the world, and their service and attention to detail are outstanding. Our company’s motto is always to find the "yes, we can," and with them, we aligned perfectly — we share the same philosophy. Both of our companies are driven by the idea that everything can be done, and that’s not something you often find. So discovering a partner that helps us make our clients' dreams come true is something really special. It gives us a sense of ease. As Director of Operations and the person in charge of this, I felt reassured. Whenever something came up, we worked together to solve it from A to Z — always offering the client a solution, and always with the best attitude. That’s vital in this line of work — having an immediate response and a plan from A to Z is essential, and that’s what truly makes the difference.”
"When we arrived at this DMC, we were very pleasantly surprised — they had amazing creative ideas. The city tours we lived during the inspection visit were classic. We created themed workshops with special moments and 'happenings.' The connection was great — their ideas helped us shape truly unique experiences. Each location had a moment connected to something meaningful. They took us to a spectacular theater where we knew we had to incorporate art. So we brainstormed ideas and created the 'Gabotero' dinner — blending art, working on the menus, everything aligned with what we wanted our participants to experience. Even during the city tour, each stop had performances — we met dancers, and the most incredible part was that even though we couldn't take the group from Cartagena to Bogotá, they brought Cartagena to us in Bogotá: with graffiti, dancers, music, ballet, and carnival. They helped us achieve everything we had envisioned for our festival."
“Working with VAOVA exceeded every expectation. From the first brief to the final day on the ground, their communication was seamless, their problem-solving instinctive, and their commitment to our brand genuine — they didn't just learn who we are, they cared about it. They delivered more than we asked for, handled every time pressure with calm efficiency, and were truly helping hands throughout. If you're looking for a team that treats your program as their own, this is it."
"We are very grateful for the professionalism you demonstrated. You are a responsible company, and the attention you showed to our group was outstanding. All of our guests were very pleased with the entire event, and very thankful to Juan Camilo, Gaby, and Diana, as they were always attentive to us at every moment."
"When we talk to our clients, they're so used to going to some of the same old destinations. We've found a gem for them. Not like it wasn't here before, but we kind of feel like discovery and have found something that can speak to our customer. You can only do things like this with great partners. So with VAOVA, everyone is kind of brought together to showcase something that no one really knew how special it was. "
Our Team
Juan Pablo Toro - CEO & Founder
Juan Pablo Toro is the founder and CEO of VAOVA Travel DMC, a Colombia-based destination management company specializing in MICE tourism and incentive travel. With 13+ years in the industry and 50+ programs delivered for corporate clients from the US, UK, and Europe, he built VAOVA on a single conviction: that Colombia's greatest asset is its people, stories, and culture. Based in Bogotá, Juan Pablo leads a bilingual team that combines deep local knowledge with the international standards global clients expect — and a genuine belief that the best travel experiences come from listening.
Jorge Andrés Céspedes - Partner & General Director
Jorge Andrés Céspedes is Partner and General Director at VAOVA Travel DMC, a Colombia-based destination management company specializing in MICE tourism and educational travel. Since joining VAOVA in 2019, he has been instrumental in consolidating the company’s MICE and MBA Treks business units, helping position Colombia as a top destination for experiential and corporate travel programs. Based in Bogotá, Jorge brings a background in finance, analytics, and operations to the work of building scalable travel experiences for international universities, corporate clients, and strategic partners across the US, UK, and Europe — with a firm belief that great travel is built on trust, precision, and local expertise.
Jaime Canal Schlesinger — Partner & Head of MICE
Jaime is a Partner and Head of MICE at VAOVA Travel, a leading DMC in Colombia specializing in meetings, incentives, conferences, and corporate events for international clients. With a background in finance and business strategy, he brings a commercially driven approach to the design and execution of MICE programs across Colombia — working closely with buyers and agencies from the US, UK, and Europe to deliver seamless, high-impact experiences. Based in Bogotá, Jaime leads VAOVA's international positioning as a trusted destination management company in Colombia.
Gabriela Samper — MICE Project Manager
Gabriela Samper is a Project Manager at VAOVA Travel, specializing in the end-to-end execution of MICE programs for international clients. From needs assessment through on-the-ground delivery, she brings operational precision and genuine client care to every program she leads. With a background in Business Administration and Psychology, Gabriela combines structural rigor with human intuition — anticipating needs, managing every detail, and building the trust that keeps clients coming back. Fluent in English and deeply knowledgeable about Colombia, she knows firsthand the stories and places that make it an exceptional MICE destination.
Isabela Gómez — MICE Project Manager
Isabela leads the planning and execution of VAOVA Travel's MICE programs and bespoke corporate events across Colombia. With 4 years of expertise in incentive travel, inbound tourism, and high-end corporate experiences, she transforms every client brief into a precisely crafted program balancing logistical excellence with genuine Colombian hospitality. Her negotiation skills, proactive mindset, and attention to detail ensure every program — regardless of scale — is delivered with impeccable results.
Mateo Jaramillo — Experience Director
Mateo leads the conceptualization and executive production of VAOVA Travel's incentive travel programs and immersive corporate experiences across Colombia. With over 15 years in experiential branding, storytelling, and live productions, he transforms every MICE brief into a culturally rich, strategically meaningful experience for international audiences. His deep expertise in Colombia as a MICE destination — combined with rigorous operational standards — ensures every program is flawlessly executed and emotionally memorable.
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