Belgrade Meeting Planners Guide by Serbia Convention Bureau

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Meetings and Conventions

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Tourist Organization of Belgrade

BELGRADE, THE DESTINATION WELCOME

BELGRADE CONVENTION BUREAU ABOUT US

ABOUT BELGRADE SHOPPING BELGRADE DINING FOOD, WINE&ENTERTAINMENT PARKS&RECREATION AREAS BELGRADE’S COLORFUL PRECINCTS NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN BELGRADE

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CONFERENCE AND Exhibition VENUES SAVA CENTAR BELGRADE FAIR ARENA BEOGRAD EXPO XXI BELGRADE INTERNATIONAL EXPOCENTRE

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HOTELS HYATT REGENCY BELGRADE HOTEL BEOGRAD INTERCONTINENTAL HOLIDAY INN HOTEL ADMIRAL CLUB HOTEL BALKAN BEST WESTERN HOTEL M BEST WESTERN HOTEL SUMADIJA HOTEL IN HOTEL MAJESTIC HOTEL METROPOL PALACE HOTEL MOSKVA HOTEL PALACE HOTEL PRESIDENT HOTEL PARK HOTEL PRAG HOTEL SLAVIJA LUX HOTEL REX HOTEL SRBIJA HOTEL UNION ACCOMMODATION ONLY HOTEL ALEKSANDAR PALACE HOTEL LE PETIT PIAF HOTEL ROYAL

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HOTEL SKALA HOTEL SPLENDID HOTEL ZLATNIK

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ALEKSANDAR SKI CLUB AVIATION MUSEUM BELGRADE EUROSALON TERRACE JEVREMOVAC BOTANICAL GARDEN K20 KALEMEGDANSKA TERASA KONAK KNEGINJE LJUBICE MADLENIANUM OPERA&THEATRE METRO NA VODI MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ARTS BELGRADE USCE PC

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ARIA CONGRESS SERVICE ASTAKOS TRAVEL&EVENTS BBN CONGRESS MANAGMENT BTA TRAVEL AGENCY CERA TRAVEL INTERNATIONAL CONGREEXPO EUROCONTRACTS-CISSEE HRG CONGRESS SERVICE CENTER MIROSS PONTE TRAVEL Sava Centar Congress Department SMART INTERNATIONAL VEKOL TOURS

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CATERING CATERING CEZAR CATERING PLUS DFD COMPANY DIPLOMAT CATERING EURO CATERING HARMONIJA CATERING JAT CATERING LASTAVICA

PARTY SERVICE SLATKA KUCA WINDMILL CATERING MEDIA CENTER AUDIO VIDEO DR.AUDIO ICS PRO AS PROMOTION INTERNATIONAL URBAN MULTIMEDIA COBA&ASSOCIATES

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PRE / POST TOURS SHORT TRIPS – CLOSE TO BELGRADE ARANDJELOVAC OPLENAC VIMINACIUM SMEDEREVO CARSKA BARA (“EMPEROR’S POND”) FRUSKA GORA SREMSKI KARLOVCI ZASAVICA LONGER STAYS – TRIPS AROUND SERBIA ZLATIBOR VRNJACKA BANJA PALIC TARA NACIONAL PARK KOPAONIK DJERDAP NACIONAL PARK

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“...for the real beguiling Balkan spirit, it has to be Belgrade. It is a city where you can dance until sunrise seven nights a week, where hospitality crackles in the air, and where looking good is a birthright and a religion in one…Belgrade’s charm is simply irresistible” – CNN Traveller

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BELGRADE THE DESTINATION Welcome to Belgrade, a city with a rich history and a bright future. If you have not been to Belgrade, this city will surprise you. Belgrade captures Serbia’s warm spirit of hospitality, but with an added sense of style. It is a city renowned for its rich and exotic flavours, from our remarkable history to our food and wine, from our cultural offerings to our famous nightlife that is the talk of Europe.

Belgrade still occupies a strategic place in Europe. Situated above the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, it has always been the meeting point and gateway between east and west. This has also created a place that generated a confluence of thought, philosophy, science and art. What better place could there possibly be to have your next meeting?

Belgrade is poised to become Europe’s fastest growing congress destination. This compact, walkable city offers remarkable convenience for hosting major events and conferences. As an example, Belgrade offers two major convention hotels that are within 5 minutes walking distance of the Sava Centar, Belgrade’s primary congress facility. The Sava Centar’s 3,670 plenary seats and variety of meeting rooms makes it one of Europe’s largest and most capable major convention venues. For smaller meetings we have a wide range of hotel and venue choices. All of this is nestled conveniently together and is only 15 minutes from the airport.

We hope you will also come and discover the unique soul of the city, captured in its fascinating precincts which feature cafes and bars, fashionable shops, innovative cuisine, theatres, museums and galleries. Belgrade is also the beginning point for your exploration of some of Serbia’s beautiful monasteries, wineries, farmhouse restaurants, ethno villages, spas, wildlife reserves, natural beauty and archeological sites.

Serbia’s capital city is also a place undergoing major renewal. New hotels are being built while our existing hotels are being made even better. Our new airport is one of the most efficient in Europe. You will find that it is a very short time after your arrival that you have already cleared customs. That is because we are so eager to greet you with our smiles. You will find that Belgrade is a great place to hold your meeting. In many ways, it is Europe’s unique new destination, which offers a great staging place for meetings large and small. It offers a unique glimpse into a Europe of traditional ways that many other cities have long forgotten, yet, also displays an edge and a passion that is unique to this part of the world.

We hope that this Planner’s Guide will provide you with all of the information that you need to stage a successful event in Belgrade. And, the staff of the Belgrade Convention Bureau is ready to assist you in planning your next meeting, from finding the right venues to helping you find the best service providers. We look forward to welcoming you to Belgrade.

Olivera Lazovic

Director Tourist Organization of Belgrade

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WELCOME!

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ABOUT US The Belgrade Convention Bureau (BCB) markets Belgrade as an international meetings destination and provides assistance to organizations who are bidding for, or organizing, congresses, corporate meetings, incentive groups or exhibitions. All of Belgrade’s leading hotels, venues and meetings supplier businesses are partners to the BCB. As a result, BCB provides meeting planners direct access to broad choice of the best meetings products and services available.

CONTACTS

SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE BCB

Congress Department Tourist Organization of Belgrade

Bid Assistance

Decanska 1 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Phone: + 381 11 3226154 Fax: + 381 11 324 87 70 Mobile: + 381 64 81 81 040 Contact person Dragana Babovic Congress Tourism Manager dbabovic@tob.co.yu www.tob.co.yu

Bidding for meetings or congresses requires a wide range of skills to be successful. These include strategic planning, organizational skills, leadership, creativity, lobbying and presentation skills. The ability to build strong partnerships with clients is also vital. BCB provides local and international hosts with a high level of knowledge and expertise in planning and compiling bid documents and packages, including: • Identifying and addressing bid criteria • Co-ordination and preparation of bid documents • Obtaining letters of support from government and industry leaders • Preparing preliminary budgets with Professional Conference Organisers (PCOs) • Liaising between government and industry • Locating suitable venues in Belgrade and surrounds that meet bid criteria • Identifying accommodation packages that meet bid criteria • Tentative bookings of meeting venues, hotel rooms and social venues • Support and management of site inspections • Bid promotions including distribution of promotional material and media assistance • Preparation of bid documents • Assistance with bid presentations

Services to Meeting Planners Once a meeting has selected Belgrade as its future destination, the BCB offers a range of services to meeting planners: • Meeting Planners Guide to Belgrade • PCO selection assistance • Advice on destination issues (facility selection, pre and post touring, social programs) • Service referrals • Promotional materials / information kits • Government liaison

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ABOUT BELGRADE

Welcome to Belgrade and get ready to be surprised. Contrarily to what you might have heard Belgrade is not that bombed-up place that some media wanted you to believe. It is – as it always has been - a hip dynamic city that is now booming with new business and urban development projects, and prides itself in having one of the coolest nightlife scenes in the whole of Europe. And, also contrary to popular perception, the city is also completely safe to visit. Crime rate is traditionally low and there is no part of town that wouldn’t be safe to walk any time of day or night. Belgrade is way safer than most cities of two million people, and provides all the services and amenities you can expect from a regular European capital.

Truly moving on from the conflicts of 1990s, Belgrade is now quickly regaining its former position as the business hub of the Balkans. With foreign direct investment that topped 2 billion dollars in 2007 and an urban plan that includes new bridges, new light rail system, five star hotels and more than 125,000 square meters of new office space, Belgrade is the development powerhouse of the region. Only last year it won Financial Times’ prestigious award City of the Future for South Europe. With current accommodation capacity, Belgrade can easily accommodate conferences of up to five thousands participants. Belgrade’s exhibition and conference center Sava was fully renovated for top service to host 2005 EBRD conference that had more than 4,000 participants. And in 2005, modern sports complex Belgrade Arena was open, which will host World University Summer Games, largest world sports championship for college athletes. Belgrade is coming on strong as one of the new European hot spots, poised to give popular weekend destinations like Berlin and Milan a run for their money. Attractive and architecturally striking, Belgrade has a unique ambience and irresistible charm of real, beguiling Balkan spirit. There is history oozing out of every brick and an atmosphere you can almost touch. You get a real feeling of being in an exotic location, where the tectonic plates of Islam, Orthodox Christianity and Roman Catholicism, alongside socialism and capitalism, have all collided in the past. But it’s the electricity of Belgrade’s street life that makes the greatest impression. The tree lined avenues, cobbled streets, wide squares, sidewalk terraces, bistros on boulevards and case in pedestrian zones are bustling with life, be it 2 a.m. or 2 p.m. You can shop yourself out, play the culture vulture or party until dawn, whether it’s a Monday or a Saturday. With so many great shows, concerts and sports events competing for your attention, you’ll be spoilt for choice. The value to be found is hard to believe and you are guaranteed to run into some of the warmest and most welcoming people you will ever meet.

SHOPPING

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In spite of its Eastern provenance, Belgrade has always been closely connected to the West. Its citizens eagerly follow the latest world trends and news and are strongly brand- and quality oriented. At the same time, there is an independent, confident and even sometimes edgy sense of fashion here. Stated simply, Belgraders are fashionable on their own terms. On the one hand, shopping can seem quite familiar and comfortable to western Europeans and global visitors. On the other, Belgrade’s unique fusion of things east and west means that you will find things here that you won’t find in other European capitals, and your shopping experience can be excitingly different.

Shopping zones and pedestrian areas will often have the same face you will find in other European metropolises, with constantly updated stocks and displays featuring brands familiar to any Western shopper. The key bonus is that being outside the EU, and with a very favorable exchange rate, Belgrade is a good place for discount shopping as many price tags will be lower than what one finds at home. The best idea is to check for yourself. Nearly all top stores and shopping malls are located in the heart of the city, in the pedestrian area or just within walking distance from it, thus combining your shopping experience with a pleasant stroll. In case you want something different than brands or bags with famous logos, or wish to bring some more exotic things home, you will find a wide range of local and regional fashions and accessories that will help you to differentiate yourself from the mainstream. In the pedestrian area, the Ethnographical Museum has a souvenir shop with fantastic replicas of Serbian medieval jewelry and objects: both an ideal souvenir and a valuable piece of jewelry at an affordable price. In addition to the Museum store and antique shops, several ethnic shops are real treasuries of national heritage with handmade products directly from Serbia’s authentic, living folklore areas. These include traditional hand-woven wool carpets and handdecorated embroidery with typical Balkan geometrical patterns; you will also find genuine knitwear, sweaters and coats handknit of natural wool, great for cold seasons; wooden and ceramic pottery, equally nice as a kitchen decoration and usable for a rustic style lunch; instruments such as “frula”, which is a shepherds’ flute, or “gusle”, a single-stringed bow viol. Or, you may even try a pair of “opanci”, traditional Serbian peasant shoes made of calfskin with wooden horns on toes. In the city center you may find quite a large number of tiny shops and street sellers offering a wide range of affordable gifts and souvenirs: vignettes of Belgrade painted in water colors, even in oil on canvas, most of them already framed and ready to hang, small pieces of pottery or a classic range of souvenir objects. Finally, you may also want to bring with you some of the local tastes and flavours. Warmly recommended are domestic wines, liqueurs and excellent grappas, stylishly packed with whole fruit – a pear for example – in the bottle.

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BELGRADE DINING

Romantic narrow alleys and cobbled squares of Belgrade’s old city are dotted with vibrant restaurants, cafes, bistros and bars across the spectrum of cuisine, from national, Chinese, Japanese and Thai, to French, Italian, Mediterranean and Russian. Treat yourself to an evening of internationallyrenowned fine dining at any of the elegant restaurants secreted throughout the city. Then enjoy the other extreme on bustling street corners by savoring delicious juicy Serbian- style fast food grills, served with juicy salads and excellent domestic wines and beers.

CAFÉ Belgrade’s laid back attitude is best expressed in the city’s famous café culture. Boasting an unmistakable Mediterranean atmosphere, the myriad of cool and relaxed cafes are sprawled across almost every square, sidewalk and park imaginable. Day or night, they teem with the city’s trendy population, not just making lunch time pit stops, but actually enjoying the weather and drinks, or just hanging out. Business meetings are also a common occurrence at these cafés, over espresso, cappuccino and the local domaca coffee (brewed strongly, with the grounds left in).

BOAT RESTAURANTS Docked along the Danube and Sava waterfront is Belgrade’s unique fleet of floating boat-restaurants. Summer’s favorite, these boats and barges turned restaurants specialize in deliciously prepared fresh water fish, and beautiful views of Belgrade fortress or Zemun bohemian quarter. Check out posh places offering sophisticated national recipes or, for an unbeatable authentic feel, head to one of the side barges for some of the best fish stew you’ve ever had.

SKADARLIJA the old bohemian quarter of Belgrade dates back to late 19th and early 20th century. It was back then when its kafane (taverns and restaurants) were a meeting place for many of the greatest figures of the local cultural scene of the period. It is often compared with the Montmartre in Paris, both for its appearance and the cheerful, vigorous artists’ atmosphere. Skadarlija offers a variety of well known restaurants that traditionally promote the national cuisine, but their offer includes international dishes as well. Nearly all restaurants also have live music with a traditional repertoire.

FOOD, WINE & ENTERTAINMENT

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Belgrade is one of the safest capital cities in Europe, embracing foreign visitors with its vibrant social life. The inhabitants of the city are friendly and helpful, many speaking English, French, German or another foreign language. Though large, the city has a feeling of familiarity to it, with most of its main center area accessible by foot or short taxi rides. A day in Belgrade will often end up in one of its many cafes, which spill onto the streets and into the parks in summer months, full of locals in lively conversation. Belgraders are very social by nature, meeting out for coffee, lunch, dinner or dancing at the city’s high-style bars and discos. In between, strolling and shopping in the pedestrian zones, gathering in Republic Square in front of the National Museum or on the paths of the Kalemegdan Fortress gives outdoor Belgrade an unmatched human pulse. Much of social life is focused around the Knez Mihailova walking and shopping street, where friends meet for morning coffee or a snack in its numerous cafes. By afternoon, cafes throughout the city have filled up, with people heading down to the Skadarlija bohemian quarter for domestic cuisine served up to roaming orchestras playing the ‘old town’ favorites. Belgrade has seen a recent growth in stylish new international restaurants, while its trendy inhabitants have responded in kind. Belgrade has deservedly earned its reputation for great nightlife, with concerts, events, festivals and openings occurring nightly and going to the early hours of the morning. In fact, while referring to the city’s nightlife the Lonely Planet Guide recently named Belgrade one of Europe’s 10 Hot Spots. In winter the clubs host international acts and DJs, moving to outdoor venues or boats on the Sava and Danube during hot, fun-filled summer months. Whatever the style of music, whether it be traditional Gypsy bands or top-class electronic music, in a bunkers beneath the fortress or high-styled new discos, Belgrade has something for everyone, the only trouble being what and where to choose from. A trip to Belgrade isn’t complete without a night on the town, something your hosts will proudly help make sure is far from dull.

Here are some recent reviews of Belgrade’s nightlife:

“To ‘understand’ Belgrade you need to hang out with the Bohemian set and find out where the underground scene is hiding.” TNT Magazine

“The citizens are disco dynamos…” The Observer

“If the great Yugoslav unifier Tito staggered from his hillside tomb, he’d find himself in the Continent’s last great undiscovered night-life scene.” The New York Times

“Belgrade is a city that never sleeps.” Suffolk Magazine

“Forget London, Paris or New York, this was one of the coolest nightspots I have ever seen.” Metro

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PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS

Belgrade keeps much of its charm in its leafy green parks and beautiful views of the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, where a break from the city can produce a needed moment of tranquility. Belgraders can often be found outdoors, enjoying walks in the park, picnics, sports and all the outdoors has to offer.

KALEMEGDAN Anchoring the city at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers is the large Kalemegdan Fortress, now a beautiful city park. Kalemegdan was the prize of whoever captured Belgrade, whether it be the Celts in prehistoric times, or the Romans and Visigoths later on, the Ottomans, AustriaHungary or finally the Serbian liberators, who in 1867 stripped the fortress of its military purpose while expanding and preserving it for its cultural and historical value. This once vital fortification, which has changed hands over 40 times in its long history, is now the site of pleasant paths, monuments, museums and parks. On the area of the former plateau of the Upper Town stands the towering statue of The Victor, looking at the confluence of the two rivers, then off over Big War Island to New Belgrade and Zemun. The fortress’ historical walls and buildings are home to the Military Museum, Cvijeta Zuzoric Art Pavilion, Cultural Heritage Preservation Institute, Natural History Museum, City Zoo, small children’s amusement park and many sports fields and restaurants. Formerly the site of scores of battles, the plateau in front of the fortress is home to the Nebojsa Tower, King Karlo’s Gate, St. Petka Chapel and Ruzica Church, while inside the Upper Town are passages, towers and footbridges. The name Kalemegdan is a combination of the Turkish words for ‘field’ (kale) and ‘fight’ (megdan), though today it is a peaceful place special to all Belgraders.

TASMAJDAN Belgrade’s city-center Tasmajdan park is a great place to remind yourself of nature, if only just for a minute on a busy day. Old, leafy trees cast shade over the paths and park benches, where strollers walk hand in hand and children play with the older generation watching over them and sometimes joining in. The location was once a Roman quarry, later a cemetery and still has kilometers of tunnels underneath it that were used for shelter and military purposes in both world wars. The park starts behind the main post office and Serbian national television building, and is home to the large Serbian Orthodox St. Mark’s Church (built in the 1930s) and smaller Russian Church (1924). The Tasmajdan sports complex has indoor and outdoor Olympic-sized pools, a hotel, as well as an older stadium that is sometimes used for concerts. The terrace at the popular Chances café is crowded on summer days, while the outdoor garden at the respected restaurant Madera is a great place to eat and be seen. Playgrounds and small rides keep little ones happy.

KOSUTNJAK Used as a royal hunting ground until the early 20th century, the forest of Kostunjak stretches over 330 hectares on the outskirts of Belgrade. Once abundant with all sorts of wild animals, the park now gives city dwellers the chance to go for long walks in nature or train at the many sports complexes and pools located throughout the massive forest. Several restaurants are scattered throughout the grounds, offering up excellent food with good views or seclusion in the woods. There is even a small ski hill in the winter, with a working rope tow, as well as the grounds of Film City (Filmski grad), with its numerous film production studios and buildings that used to be the center of a thriving film industry.

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ADA CIGANLIJA

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Easily accessible from the center of Belgrade by foot or public transportation, the 800-hectare nature complex of Ada Ciganlija is a favorite good weather place for Belgraders of all ages. Actually an island in the Sava river, 4 km upstream from the confluence at the Danube, Ada (as it is often abbreviated) is now connected to the banks by a pedestrian walkway. Walkers, runners, skaters, and bikers enjoy the many paths crisscrossing the large island, where fields for almost all sports imaginable can be found, including even baseball and golf.

At 511 meters and just 15 kilometers from the center of Belgrade, the peak of Avala is the region’s highest point, giving unobstructed views hundreds of kilometers in every direction to Sumadija, Macva, Srem and Banat. The top of the preserved mountain can be reached by car over a winding paved road or via the network of hiking trails.

On its inner side, a 4 km long lake has been formed by damming off the river on each side, creating an idyllic lake and beach that stretches almost completely around it. Beachside cafes and restaurants are crowded day and night during summer, though a calmer experience can always be had by continuing down the path to more secluded stretches of the beach or into the thick forest covering the island.

The hotel and restaurant on the summit is a great place to start and finish your adventure, or take a picnic to the many places hidden in the forests. The mountain takes its name from the Arabic word havala, meaning ‘a place with a beautiful view.’ It was militarily fortified in Roman times and was the site of the Middle Ages city of Zmov. Where the fortification once was is now the grand Monument to the Unknown Hero, erected in 1934 by sculptor Ivan Mestrovic. Nearby is also the location of the formerly massive Avala TV tower, previously clearly visible from Belgrade’s streets but destroyed in the NATO bombing campaign of 1999.

Many swimmers, divers and water polo players train on the lake, which also has small sailboats and rowboats and a cable-towed water-ski course. On the outer side of the island, rustic restaurants tucked away on barges and houseboats preserve Belgrade’s bohemian traditions.

Picnic tables are located throughout the park at the base, or off the road leading to the top. A village at the bottom has a few restaurants, small hotels and places for groceries. Public buses from the center of Belgrade travel to the recreation area frequently.

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Belgrade’s Colorful Precincts

SKADARLIJA

REPUBLIC SQUARE

A key attraction is Belgrade’s bohemian quarter, where little has changed over the past century and a half. It consists of a row of charming old taverns, numerous galleries and antique shops along an uneven, Turkish-style cobbled street. At the beginning of the last century, this was the gathering place of actors, journalists, painters and others who loved fine wine, tasty grilled meat and intelligent conversation. Belgrade people and their guests still like to take walks in this quarter, and the spirit of bygone times is still preserved in its restaurants - Tri sesira (The Three Hats), Dva jelena (The Two Deer), Ima dana (There’s Time), Skadarlija, Zlatni bokal (The Golden Jug), as well as by street poets and painters. Skadarlija is located in the city center, downhill from the National Theatre.

The city’s central square was built at the former site of the notorious Stambol Gate, which was the main entrance to the city in the Turkish era. Today, it features the buildings of the National Theatre, National Museum, several cafes, garden restaurants and fountains. The statue of Knez Mihailo by Enrico Pazzi dominates the square and marks the favorite meeting place for generations of Belgrade people who call it “Kod Konja” Serbian for “by the horse.”

STRAHINJICA BANA

TERAZIJE

This street is also known by Belgraders as “Silicon Valley” for reasons that we will let you discover for yourself. It is a beautiful shaded narrow streetscape lined with some of the city’s most upscale cafes. It is one of the city’s very trendy places to see and be seen.

Terazije (Turkish for “water tower”) got its name after the huge reservoir which directed the water towards lower parts of the city. Terazije is overlooked by the Moskva Hotel, built in 1906 as well as the Balkan and Kasina hotels, and Albanija Palace. Albanija bears the name of an old tavern whose site it now occupies. In the late 1930’s, during ground works for the new building’s foundation, a mammoth’s bones were found there. Albanija long held the title of the tallest building in the Balkans. The Terazije Fountain across the street, a work by Franz Loran, built in 1860, also attracts much attention.

KNEZ MIHAJLOVA STREET

KOSANCICEV VENAC

Belgrade’s famous shopping street stretches from Terazije to Kalemegdan and is the city’s main promenade. It was named after Knez Mihailo, Knez Milos Obrenovic’s younger son, who finally liberated Serbia from the Turks as well as introduced numerous reforms and brought the European spirit into what had been an ordinary Ottoman province. The street is a pedestrian-only area, and has many boutiques, galleries, various representative offices, as well as many exquisite buildings and homes built towards the end of 19th century.

On the hill overlooking the Sava port, in the area where old city fortifications and palisades used to be, connecting two entrances to the city (Sava Gate and Varos Gate), the street Kosancicev Venac stretches today. It bears the name of a hero from the Battle of Kosovo (between Serbs and Turks, in 1389), and is still cobbled Turkish-style, in memory of the ancient times. Today, it abounds with art studios and galleries, and there is also the University of Arts Rector’s Office.

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CATHEDRAL CHURCH

PARLIAMENT SQUARE

Built in 1840, this is neither the oldest nor the largest church in Belgrade, but is in many ways the most important. It was built across from the Serbian Orthodox Church’s Patriarchy, and is dedicated to Holy Archangel Michael. This is the resting place of Holy Emperor Uros, Knez Milos and Knez Mihailo of the Obrenovic dynasty, and many church dignitaries. Also in front of the church are the graves of Serbian educators Vuk Karadzic, who created the modern Cyrillic alphabet, and Dositej Obradovic, who was the father of Serbia’s education system. Across from Cathedral Church is the tavern The Question Mark (“?“), which has not changed its appearance or business in almost two centuries.

This is the area that features both the Serbian Parliament and the old Royal Palace on Kralja Milana Street, near Terazije. Visitors can see the old court, built in 1884, where the Obrenovic dynasty members used to live. Today it houses the Belgrade City Council, and until early 20th century, next to it was the building where the last royal couple from the Obrenovic family, Queen Draga and King Aleksandar, were killed. Soon after the assassination, the building was demolished and a lawn and garden were set up in its place.

ROYAL COURTS

ZEMUN

In Dedinje, Belgrade’s luxury residential area, is the royal courts complex. The court of King Aleksandar Karadjordjevic the First and his wife Marija was built in 1929, and eight years later, in the immediate vicinity, Beli Dvor (White Court) was built for their sons Petar, Tomislav and Andrej. The complex covers over 135 hectares, and, in addition to the royal courts, comprises many ancillary buildings. The courts are open for organized tours on weekends, and visitors can see the staterooms and numerous works of art kept there. His Highness Prince Aleksandar Karadjordjevic, heir to the throne, and his family live there now.

Short, narrow streets, the promenade by the Danube Quay, and barges converted into taverns and restaurants are only some of the things you will see in Zemun, a place that until the First World War had developed as a separate city and today is a part of Belgrade. Zemun was once the furthest eastern outpost in Austria. On Gardos, the hill watching over Zemun, is the Millenium Tower, built in 1896 to celebrate one thousand years of the Hungarian Empire. It offers a magnificent view of the Danube, Belgrade and Avala, and the remains of the Zemun fortress, dating from 15th century, can still be seen around the tower.

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NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN BELGRADE

Close to 1 Billion Euros of new projects are underway in Belgrade which will further enhance the city’s convenience and attractiveness as a congress destination. They include improvements to transport infrastructure

which will reduce travel times between the city centre and the major convention facilities in New Belgrade. There are also a number of new developments which will offer new and exciting function spaces and visitor attractions.

IMPROVEMENTS TO TRANSPORT

NEW ATTRACTIONS AND VENUES

Belgrade’s New Light Rail System

Belgrade’s New Opera House

Construction of Belgrade’s first light rail system is planned to commence in 2008 and to be fully completed by 2012. The route will provide underground service through the heart of the city centre, then surface to cross the Sava River via a new bridge adjacent to the Branko’s Bridge and continuing as surface rail to Zemun.

Construction will begin in 2009 on Belgrade’s new Opera House in Usce a part of Novi Belgrade that is 10 minutes walking distance from the Sava Centar, The Opera House will be situated in beautiful parklands overlooking the confluence of the Sava and Danube Rivers and will provide a splendid view over the water to the Kalemegdan fortress. It will also form part of a cultural precinct, since it will be adjacent to the Museum of Contemporary Art. The Opera House will cover an area of roughly 27,000 sqm, comprising halls for opera, ballet and concert performances with the capacity to seat 1,400. The smaller, auxiliary hall will have a capacity of 700, and the overall investment will be approximately 60 million Euros.

The result will be a very fast and convenient way for delegates using hotels in Belgrade Centre to come and go from congress activities occurring at the Sava Centar, or for delegates staying at the Hyatt and Intercontinental hotels to attend conferences or functions occurring in the city centre. In addition, it will provide a pleasant and convenient way for delegates to explore the historical and picturesque village of Zemun while enjoying the dining and nightlife along the banks of the Danube. Planned expansions of the system will provide connections to the Belgrade Fair and also create a second river crossing southwest of the Sava Centar.

Belgrade’s New Bridge Belgrade is soon to commence construction on a new bridge across the river Sava, connecting Novi Belgrade to the southwestern part of Belgrade. This new transport route will provide an additional surface approach to the Sava Centar while also further improving traffic flow across the existing bridges. The results will be faster and more convenient transport links to the Sava Centar for the larger groups using hotels in other parts of Belgrade. Belgrade City Council has adopted a popular concept design for the new bridge, known as the “Giraffe”. A total construction cost of the new crossing and the approaching transport routes is estimated at just over 161 million Euros. Completion of the bridge is scheduled for 2009.

Belgrade’s New “Roundabout” A new road encircling Belgrade will further reduce traffic levels in the central city. This will also result in reduced transit times between the airport and the city as well as within the city. The roundabout project will cost 500 million EURO and is expected to be finished by the end of 2008.

Renovation of Belgrade’s National Museum One of the most important cultural establishments, the National Museum in Belgrade, is undergoing thorough refurbishment. The building, in Republic Square, was first erected in 1903, more than 20 million Euros has been allocated for its reconstruction in the next two years, and the changes will include the development of a larger exhibition and function space. The museum will be reopened for visitors in the latter part of 2009.

Belgrade’s New Marina The new “Marina Dorcol” will be built in the vicinity of the Hotel Jugoslavija, on the banks of the Danube across from the island Veliko Ratno Ostrvo. This new mixed use development will include shops, restaurants, and both residential and office complexes. This 160 million EURO investment will be realised in the next five years, and it is currently in the urban planning and outline design stage.

Belgrade’s New Sava Cruiseship Terminal Plans are under way for the development of a new cruiseship terminal which will provide a very attractive new arrival point for Danube cruise passengers.

Belgrade’s Karadjordjeva Street Redevelopment Plans are also underway for a project to enhance Karadjordjeva Street’s attractiveness as a tourism precinct.

21 B EL G R ADE , TH E DESTINATION

B ELG RADE C ONVENTION BUR EAU

SAVA CENTAR BELGRADE FAIR ARENA BEOGRAD EXPO XXI BELGRADE INTERNATIONAL EXPOCENTRE

CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION VENUES

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SAVA CENTAR

Milentija Popovica 9, 11070, Belgrade, Serbia Tel: + 381.11.220.67.01, 220.67.03 Fax: + 381.11.220.60.81 congress@savacentar.net www.savacentar.com

Sava Centar is Belgrade number one conference and exhibition center. It is located in the fast developing business district of New Belgrade. Sava Centar is only five minutes away from Belgrade’s old town and 15 minutes away from Nikola Tesla Airport. Hotels Hyatt Regency, Intercontinental Beograd, IN and Holiday Inn are all within walking distance.

Sava Centar’s building A and Building B have 15 conference halls and rooms with total seating capacity of 7,000. All halls and rooms feature state of the art sound and presentation equipment, including infra red conference interpretation system, full multimedia projection facilities, broadband internet connections and superb lighting.

GROUND FLOOR Building B

Building A

The Grand (blue) hall

Office space

The Amphitheatre

Conference rooms

The Art Café

The SAVA restaurant

Bars

Centre bar

SAVA CENTAR

BUILDING A / Ground Floor Conference Hall 1

C ON F ER EN C E AND Ex h i b i t i o n VEN U ES

With floor area of 1,260 sq (m) and maximum seating capacity of 1,006, this is the largest conference hall in Building A. Depending on the requirements, Conference Hall 1 can be divided into tree smaller units with partition walls â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Central Hall, Annex A and Annex B.

Room 2/0

Room 3/0

Floor area: 300 sq (m); maximum seating capacity: 214

Room 3/0 Floor area: 300 sq (m); maximum seating capacity: 162

SAVA CENTAR

BUILDING B / Ground Floor

C ON FE R EN C E AND E xh i bi ti on VEN UES

The Grand (Blue) Hall

Building B houses the Grand (Blue) Hall intended for large conferences, shows and concerts. The foyer outside the Grand Hall can accommodate more than 4,000 visitors and features two bars, information desk and separate seating areas. Floor area: 3220 sq(m); maximum seating capacity: 3672

The Amphitheater Amphitheater is located on the same level as the Grand hall and is used for conferences and presentations up to 515 seated attendees Floor area: 528 sq(m); maximum seating capacity: 515

SAVA CENTAR

Our in-house team of experienced professional congress organizers can provide you with full pre-, post- and on site event management services, as well as world class catering and an 850 sq (m) press center with CCTV, broadband internet and complete communication facilities.

Sava Centar has hosted more than 7,000 major conference events with more than 1.5 million attendees.

Sava Centar is a long standing member of ICCA and AIPC.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theater

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

1/0

640

440

1/a

310

220

1/b

310

220

1/0,a,b

1260

960

2/0

300

160

214

126

68+50

420

3/0

300

184

Japanese lounge

164

100

140

60+44

120

3/1

122

40+42

4/1

122

104

44+32

110

5/1

122

104

44+32

110

6/1

122

104

44+32

110

15/1

170

120

144

118

60+48

160

Ampthitheatre

528

150

2x120+180

120+144

68+60

197

Blue Hall

3220

3672

Art Caffe

290

140

160

126

52+50

220

Room

Suite No.9

146

L.Section

S.Section

C ON F ER EN C E AND Ex h i b i t i o n VEN U ES

Sava Centar features 1,300 sq (m) of foyer exhibition space in Building A and 2,000 sq(m) in Building B. These areas are available for exhibition, trade shows and art events. Sava Centar also features 29,000 sq (m) of open air exhibition space.

Bulevar vojvode Misica 14 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381 11 2655 701 Fax:+ 381 11 2655 625 wtc@sajam.co.yu www.sajam.co.yu

Location

The Belgrade Fair has a significant commercial presence, with businesses, warehouses and workshops located within the grounds. Also on site are travel and transportation agencies, a post office, bank, customs office, and first aid center. Catering facilities are readily available, ranging from fast-food restaurants to first class restaurants.

C ON FE R EN C E AND E xh i bi ti on VEN UES

BELGRADE FAIR

The Belgrade Fair is located in the center of Belgrade, on the right bank of the Sava River. It is just a few hundred meters away from the E70/E75 highway exit and 25 minutes transfer time from the Nikola Tesla Airport. All major hotels are no more than 15 minutes away.

Convention and EXHIBITION Facilities

The Belgrade Fair has both indoor and outdoor exhibition facilities, with total area well over 100,000 square meters. The fourteen indoor halls have 60,000 square meters of exhibition space, while outdoors there is 40,000 available square meters. The large Hall 14 has two conference rooms with full technical capabilities for audio/video and multi-lingual presentations. The larger conference hall has seating for 400, while the more intimate smaller hall has 50 seats. The main building of the Belgrade Fair also has a conference room with seating for 160 people.

The World Trade Center Belgrade (WTC Belgrade) became a member of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA New York) in 1991, thus bringing it in closer contact with 75,000 companies affiliated with over 330 WTCs located in 100 member countries throughout the world. The network, with its representative office in Hall 4 of the Belgrade Fair, provides business services meeting the associationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stringent policies to domestic as well as international member companies that exhibit at the Belgrade Fair.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theater

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Room A

200

132-300

140-200

160

50-70

160

400

Hall 14 room B

288

3.5

180-420

300-400

250

160

200

600-1.000

Hall 14 room C

110

3.5

72-120

25-30

150

Room

BELGRADE FAIR

C ON F ER EN C E AND Ex h i b i t i o n VEN U ES

General Facilities

Affiliation

In addition to regular events, exhibitions, and concerts, scientific and specialized meetings take place under the Belgrade Fair domes throughout the year.

• International Fair Union (UFI, Paris) since 1958 • Permanent Bureau of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (OICA, Paris) • World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) • Central European Fair Association (CEFA) • Exhibition Association of South-Eastern Europe (EASE) • European Tourism Trade Fair (ETTF)

The company,Belgrade Fair, is the regional leader in trade fair business and the fair ground is one of the largest trade fair complexes in Serbia, occupying 40 hectares in area with numerous halls and buildings.

More than 7,000 companies exhibit at Belgrade Fair yearly, covering an overall exhibition area of 132,652 square meters. The fair attracts over 1,500,000 visitors annually to its events. On average, in addition to domestic events, there are about 30 international exhibitions at the Belgrade Fair.

Belgrade Fair is a standing memberof the following international associations:

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ARENA BEOGRAD

Bulevar Arsenija Carnojevica 58 110070 New Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2202.222, 2202.231 Fax: +381.11.131.321 arenabg@beotel.yu www.arenabeograd.com

Location

General Facilities

Belgrade Arena is in central New Belgrade, Belgradeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rapidly developing business districts. With quick access to the E70 / E75 motorway, Arena is just 15 minutes transfer time from the Belgrade airport. It is only 5 five minutes walk to Sava convention center and major Belgrade convention hotels, the Hyatt Regency, Inter Continental, IN Hotel and Holiday Inn. City center is 10 minutes away.

Belgrade Arena opened in 2004 as the biggest and most up-to-date sports, exhibition and conference complex in Belgrade. With the total space that covers 48,000 square meters, and a total capacity of up to 23,000 seats Arena is among biggest mixed purpose venues in Europe. Seating in the Central Hall is arranged in six levels, with 68 luxury boxes that can accommodate 768 guests. Arena is ideal for large conferences, exhibition and trade shows. Four smaller rooms are also available.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Central Hall

48,000

23,000

Cocktail -

Press room A

2.90

Comentators room 95

2.90

Press room B

124

2.80

100

Press lobby

630

4.50

450

Spanskih Boraca 74a 11070 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3284.074 Fax: +381.11.3284.103 info@expoxxi.co.yu www.expoxxi.co.yu

Location

General Facilities

Located in the new business centre of New Belgrade. Expo XXI is just 300m from the Belgrade â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Zagreb highway junction, making it 10 minutes transfer time to city center and 15 minutes to the Belgrade airport. Expo XXI is also just 5 minutes from the Intercontinental and Hyatt Regency Belgrade 5 star hotels, and 4 star IN hotel.

Accommodation facilities

The newly built Holiday Inn hotel is adjacent to Expo XXI.

With 2,500sqm of column free, multi-functional space, EXPO XXI Belgrade is ideal for small, niche exhibitions and mid size events. Partition walls allow you to adapt the hall shape according to your requirements, high ceilings allow you to hang banners and lights and underground utilities channels provide technical connections at any part of the hall. The space can also be adapted for small or large-scale conferences, congresses and seminars to hostÂ over 3,000 delegates. The flexibility of the space allows for plenary sessions to run alongside breakout sessions and independent workshops and the latest technology allows you to create the environment you need. EXPO XXI Belgrade can also cater for other types of special events including banquets and balls, themed parties, exhibitions, concerts and much more. The creative use of lighting and decoration, excellent catering service and event organizing support can help you create the event that you want. Our on-line reservations system allows organizers to view available dates and to make booking requests on line. There are underground parking facilities for 200 cars.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theater

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Exhibition hall

2 500

1 500

3 000

C ON F ER EN C E AND Ex h i b i t i o n VEN U ES

EXPO XXI BELGRADE INTERNATIONAL EXPOCENTRE

B ELG RADE C ONVENTION BUR EAU

CONGRESS HOTELS HYATT REGENCY BELGRADE HOTEL BEOGRAD INTERCONTINENTAL HOLIDAY INN ADMIRAL CLUB HOTEL BALKAN BEST WESTERN HOTEL M BEST WESTERN SUMADIJA HOTEL IN HOTEL MAJESTIC HOTEL METROPOL HOTEL MOSKVA HOTEL PALACE HOTEL SLAVIJA LUX HOTEL PARK HOTEL PRAG HOTEL PRESIDENT HOTEL REX HOTEL SRBIJA HOTEL UNION ACCOMMODATION ONLY HOTEL ALEKSANDAR PALACE HOTEL LE PETIT PIAF HOTEL ROYAL HOTEL SKALA HOTEL SPLENDID HOTEL ZLATNIK

HOTELS

HYATT REGENCY BELGRADE

PO Box 067, Milentija Popovica 5 11070 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.301.1234 Fax:+381.11.311.2234 belgrade.regency@hyattintl.com belgrade.regency.hyatt.com

Meeting capacity (max): 700 guests Total meeting rooms: 11 Accommodation rooms: 301 Accommodation capacity: 600

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H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

LOCATION

Hyatt Regency Belgrade is a modern, luxury hotel located in New Belgrade, Serbia, only five minutes by car from the city center. The hotel is within walking distance of Sava Center - the largest conference and concert venue in Belgrade. The hotel is 15 minutes from Belgrade Airport. The hotel is also host to Club Olympus Spa and Health Club.

ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES

General facilities

• Business Centre • Hotel Shops • Car Parking • Car Rental • Metropolitan Grill • Tea House • The Bar • Private Venue for Banquet Events • Fitness Center and Spa • Indoor Swimming Pool • Treatments & Spa Services • Personal Training

• 301 rooms & suites • In-room electronic safe • High-speed Internet • Cable TV • 24-hour room service

Conference/Banquet Facilities • Ballroom divisible into 3 Meeting Rooms • 4 Meeting Rooms • 1 Boardroom • Pre-Function Space Available

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Crystal Ballroom A, B & C

559

450

600

270

600

Crystal A

185

150

200

Crystal B

190

150

200

Crystal C

185

150

200

Ballroom Foyer

192

700

Kalemegdan

Budva

Beograd

Budva-Beograd (combined)

156

100

135

130

Kopaonik

Boardroom

Room

HOTEL INTERCONTINENTAL BEOGRAD

Vladimira Popovica 10 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.220.4204, 220.4710 Fax: +381.11.311.13.30 ihcbegha@eunet.yu

Meeting capacity (max): 750 guests Total meeting rooms: 8 Accommodation rooms: 415 Accommodation capacity: 534

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Location

Accommodation facilities

General Facilities

• 415 air conditioned rooms • Direct phone line in the room • Cable TV • Wireless Internet

• 24 hour reception • 24 hour room service • Restaurant • Bar • Business center • Covered parking • Indoor swimming pool • Tennis court • Gym • Hairdresser • Safe deposit box • Pets welcome

Conference/Banquet Facilities

• Meeting rooms of various sizes and accommodation • Pacific and Atlantic rooms can be combined to accommodate up to 750 people, as can Mediteran and Adriatic rooms.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theater

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Pacific

442

250

300

200

100

Cocktail 400

Atlantic

399

2.94

250

300

200

350

Mediteran

2.94

Adriatic

2.94

Baltic

2.94

Aegean

2.94

Le Club

165

2.6

120

Green salon

2.6

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Located in the business district of New Belgrade, just across the bridge from the Belgrade city center and within 3 miles radius of all major convention facilities. Conveniently connected to Sava convention center by an interior corridor.

HOLIDAY INN

The hotel is under construction as of May 2007. For all information please contact Mr Bojan Stanojevic Sales and Marketing Director Tel: +381.63.382.805 b.stanojevic@holiday-inn.co.yu www.holiday-inn.com

(The hotel is under construction as of May 2007)

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Meeting capacity: 1500 Total meeting rooms: 8 Accommodation rooms: 140 Accommodation capacity: 209

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Location

Belgrade’s Holiday Inn is being built in business district of New Belgrade, right next to Expo XXI congress and exhibition center, to which it will be connected by an indoor corridor. Transfer time to other major conference venues is just five minutes. It is 20 minutes from Belgrade airport.

Accommodation facilities

140 comfortable guest rooms including 2 rooms for the disabled, 42 standard single rooms, 27 single rooms with sofa-bed, 36 double rooms, 33 twin rooms. Separate floor with Executive Club rooms and suites, separate check-in / check-out. Room size ranges from 26 to 80 sqm. All with multi-line telephones with voice-mail and conference call function; fast internet; mini bar; air-conditioning; satellite TV program; daily evening maid service.

General Facilities

• Transfer – upon request • Express check-out • Garage • Exchange office • Safe deposit boxes at the reception • 24-hour room service • Dry cleaning • Rent-a-car • Wireless Internet • Fitness club • Late check out

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theater

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Studenica

3.30

Ravanica

3.30

Gracanica

3.30

Studenica+Ravanica

129

3.30

Ravanica+Gracanica

131

3.30

Studenica/Gracanica/Ravanica

191

3.30

130

Ostrog

3.30

Zica

3.30

Mileseva

3.30

Hilandar

3.30

Ostrog+Zica+Mileseva

140

3.30

100

Osrog+Zica

3.30

Zica+Mileseva

3.30

2500

1400

1250

1700

ExpoXXI

HOTEL ADMIRAL CLUB

Meeting capacity (max): 300 guests Total meeting rooms: 3 Accommodation rooms: 17 Accommodation capacity: 23

Venizelosova 31 (Former Djure Djakovica street) 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3038.262, 3038.270 Fax: +381.11.3038.271 office@hoteladmiralclubbeograd.com www.hacb.co.yu

*** * Location

The Admiral Club boutique hotel is located in historic Dorcol district near The National Theatre and Skadarlija bohemian quarter.

Accommodation facilities

17 stylishly decorated luxury rooms and suites.

General Facilities

24 hours reception, hotel restaurant, aperitif bar, room service, business center with hi-speed internet in lobby, parking, laundry, flight reservations, car and limo rental.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

40-50

Greenhouse

300

Little room

HOTEL BALKAN

Prizrenska 2 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3636.000, 2687.945 Fax: +381.11.2687.581 info@balkanhotel.net www.balkanhotel.net

Cocktail

Meeting capacity (max): 250 guests Total meeting rooms: 2 Accommodation rooms: 81 Accommodation capacity: 150

*** * Location

The hotel is situated at the very heart of the city center within walking distance of all major Belgradeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shops, restaurants, historical attractions, museums and theaters. It is just five minutes by car from Belgrade Fair and only fifteen minutes drive from Belgrade airport.

Accommodation facilities

81 air-conditioned rooms with safe deposit boxes, broadband wireless Internet, cable TV channels and 24 hours room service.

General Facilities

Orient express restaurant, hotel bar, free buffet breakfast, parking space, meeting facilities, business center

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theater

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Orient Express

120

2.20

100

250

Poirot

120

3.0

100

150

Room

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Sq(m)

Seminar hall

Room

HOTEL BEST WESTERN M

Bulevar Oslobodenja 56a 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3090.505, 3090.609 Fax: +381.11.3090.506 salesbwhotelm@eunet.yu www.hotel-m.com

Meeting capacity (max): 600 guests Total meeting rooms: 7 Accommodation rooms: 176 Accommodation capacity: 280

*** * location

The hotel is 3 km from the city center, in a residential part of Belgrade, surrounded by beautiful and quiet Banjica Park. It is 30 minutes transfer time from the airport and 15 minutes from major convention venues.

Accommodation facilities

176 single and double rooms and suites, all equipped with: cable TV, high speed Internet, air conditioner, mini-bar. Non smoking rooms available. Newspaper delivery available upon request.

General Facilities

24-hour reception, restaurant, bar, free buffet breakfast, parking, safe deposit box, business center, facilities for disabled, tourist agency, gift shop.

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Avala

440

300

2x300

100

600

Atrijum

160

150

200

300

Forum

2.70

100

80 -

Beograd

110

3.60

Dijalog

2.70

Horizont

150

4.30

150

100

BW klub

220

3.40

140

250

100

180

HOTEL BEST WESTERN SUMADIJA

Sumadijski trg 8 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3054.202, 3054.100 Fax: +381.11.3554.368 office@hotelsumadija.com www.hotelsumadija.com

Meeting capacity (max): 120 guests Total meeting rooms: 5 Accommodation rooms: 104 Accommodation capacity: 208

*** * Location

The hotel is situated just 2 km from the Belgrade Fair, 5 km from city center and 22 km from the airport. Guests will appreciate the serenity of Ada Ciganlija Lake and Kosutnjak Forest located just 1 km from this Belgrade hotel.

Accommodation facilities

104 air conditioned double rooms and suites with direct phone line, satellite TV, mini bar, safe deposit box, internet connection. Smoking and non smoking rooms available.

General Facilities

Complimentary continental breakfast, 24 hours concierge, gym, guest laundry service, car rental desk, business center, parking 20 meters from the hotel, dry cleaning.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Kalemegdan

126

4.0

120

100

Usce

118

2.7

100

Club

150

3.0

70+30

120

Room

Ada

3.5

Kosmaj

3.5

HOTEL IN

Bulevar Arsenija Carnojevica 56 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3105.300, 3105.320 Fax: +381.11.3105.351 office@inhotel-belgrade.com www.inhotel-belgrade.com

Meeting capacity (max): 120 guests Total meeting rooms: 5 Accommodation rooms: 187 Accommodation capacity: 220

*** * Location

Situated in business district of New Belgrade, 9 km from the airport and 4 km from the city center. Within walking distance to congressional Sava Center and Belgrade Arena sports complex.

Accommodation facilities

187 rooms, including 18 Corner suites and 10 7th Floor suites. All rooms are air-conditioned, with cable TV and wi-fi Internet.

General Facilities

24-hour reception , 24-hour room service, gym, business center, parking, laundry service, incognito rooftop bar, infusion brasserie, facilities for disabled, pets welcome.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

50-60

100

Inform

Incognito

30-40

110

Infusion

120

HOTEL MAJESTIC

Obilicev venac 28 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3285.777 Fax: +381 11.3284.995 majestic@eunet.yu www.majestic.co.yu

Meeting capacity (max): 80 guests Total meeting rooms: 3 Accommodation rooms: 87 Accommodation capacity: 120

*** * Location

The hotel is located in the very heart of Belgrade on a quiet corner just off main shopping area of Knez Mihajla Street. It is 25 minutes transfer time from the airport and 4-5 km from major congress venues.

Accommodation facilities

87 rooms including six apartments. All guest rooms are sound proof, fully air-conditioned and equipped with direct telephone lines, cable TV, Internet access, mini bar, safe deposit boxes and bathrooms with hairdryers.

General Facilities

24 hours reception, hotel restaurant, hotel bar, room service, business center, parking, money exchange, internet in lobby.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Bar

117

2.19

60-70

30-40

Kongres

3.10

60-70

30-40

Salon

3.05

15-20

Room

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Index Invent

HOTEL METROPOL PALACE

Bulevar Kralja Aleksandra 69 Meeting capacity (max): N/A 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Total meeting rooms: N/A Tel: +381.11.3333.100 Accommodation rooms: 195 Accommodation capacity: N/A Fax: +381.11.3232.991 reservations@metropolpalace.com www.metropolpalace.com

(Undergoing renovation)

*** * Location

22 km from the airport and 1 km from the city center

Accommodation facilities

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Metropol Palace is a historical hotel currently under a major renovation that will restore it to its former glory. The renovation will start in May 2007 and the hotel is expected to reopen in approximately one year time. Hotel will feature approximately 195 luxurious rooms and suites with deluxe amenities, gourmet restaurants, spa centre and spacious function rooms. Current banquet space, which is one of the largest in the city, will be enlarged and will represent modern function space able to host demanding events.

HOTEL MOSKVA

Balkanska 1 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2686.255, 3642.069 Fax: +381.11.2688.389 info@hotelmoskva.co.yu www.hotelmoskva.co.yu

Meeting capacity (max): 400 guests Total meeting rooms: 3 Accommodation rooms: 130 Accommodation capacity: 214

*** * Location

At the very city center on Terazije square.

Accommodation facilities

130 air conditioned rooms equipped with stylish furniture, cable TV, refrigerator and wireless Internet.

General Facilities

24-hour reception, hotel restaurant, hotel bar, room service, complimentary breakfast, meeting facilities, business center available, safe deposit box, open-air terrace, confectionery.

Conference/Banquet Facilities All meeting rooms are equipped with LCD projectors, screens, internet access, direct phone, TV and DVD player. Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Banket

2.5

Arbat

135

2.75

170

Terazije

200

8.5

180

300

160

120

2x130

400

HOTEL PALACE

Toplicin Venac 23 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2185.585, 2637.222 Fax: +381.11.184.458 office@palacehotel.co.yu www.palacehotel.co.yu

Meeting capacity (max): 150 guests Total meeting rooms: 3 Accommodation rooms: 85

*** * Location

The hotel is situated in the heart of Belgrade, just behind Knez Mihailova Street and near Kalemegdan park. Hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s panorama restaurant offers wonderful views of the Danube and the Sava confluence. Transfer time from the airport is 20 minutes and Sava convention center is at 10 minutes distance.

Accommodation facilities

85 rooms equipped with cable TV programs, TV-sets, mini bar, comfortable bathrooms and room service.

General Facilities

Panorama restaurant, aperitif bar, banquet hall, tv hall, wireless internet, hairdresser, tailor, exchange office, casino, garage, room service, free buffet breakfast.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Panorama

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

250

120

150

Banket

TV room

2.5

HOTEL PRESIDENT

BG Sport Centre Kovilovo Zrenjaninski put 170 11211 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: + 381.11.2075.200 Fax: + 381.11.2075.260 office1@bgsck.org.yu www.president-belgrade.com

*** *

Accommodation rooms: 27 Accommodation capacity: 89

Location

30 km from the airport and 14 km from the city center in a quiet location, on 26 hectares of well kept lawns, park and flower beds

Accommodation facilities

Hotel President, a pleasant manor that is the part of BG Sport center Kovilovo, is located on the left bank of the Danube, just 14 km from the downtown Belgrade. Hotel President has 17 rooms and 10 suites on two floors, equipped with the luxurious furniture and all other facilities that match the world highest standards in hotel industry (airconditioning, direct phoning, wirelles internet connection, cable TV, mini-bar, in-room safe deposit box), with modern bathrooms and balconies.

General Facilities

Business center available, hotel restaurant, hotel bar, room service, parking space, well-lit secure car park.

TECHNICAL Facilities

Safe deposit box, direct phone line in the room, air-conditioned rooms, cable/satellite tv, wireless internet access in rooms.

Recreational Facilities

Fitness room, outdoor swimming pool. Room Conference room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

300

3.5

250

400

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Room

HOTEL PARK

Njegoseva 4 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3629.971, 3640.382 Fax: +381.11.3640.381 sgtours@tehnicom.net

Meeting capacity (max): 100 guests Total meeting rooms: 4 Accommodation rooms: 120 Accommodation capacity: 195

*** Location

Hotel is located in quiet residential area just off the main shopping zone, in vicinity of beautiful Tasmajdan Park. Hotel neighborhood boasts some of the best and hippest restaurants and cafes. The hotel is 25 minutes from Sava convention center and Belgrade Fair.

Accommodation facilities

120 rooms equipped with cable TV programs and direct phone line. All rooms have bathrooms. Air conditioned.

General Facilities

24 hours reception, two restaurants, internet, banquet hall, gym, parking.

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room Banquet room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

3x6

Salon

100

3.20

6x6

100

Winter room

100

3.20

7x6

100

White room

120

3.20

11x6

HOTEL PRAG

Kraljice Natalije 27 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3612.691, 3612.874 hotelprag@sezampro.yu www.hotelprag.co.yu

(Not yet renovated)

Meeting capacity (max): 120 guests Total meeting rooms: 1 Accommodation rooms: 116 Accommodation capacity: 190

*** Location

The hotel is within walking distance from main Belgrade railway station, bus terminal and city center. At 30 minutes transfer time from the airport and 10 minutes from all major convention venues.

Accommodation facilities

116 rooms with shower bathrooms and phones. Rooms with cable TV and/or air condition available.

General Facilities

Hotel restaurant, hotel bar, pay parking in public garage, internet access, room service, meeting facilities.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room Hajducka pecina

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

150

100

120

HOTEL SLAVIJA LUX

Meeting capacity (max): 400 guests Total meeting rooms: 6 Accommodation rooms: 90 Accommodation capacity: 100

Svetog Save 1-9 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3084.815, 3084.800 Fax: +381.11.244.1378 cvetkovicp@slavijahotel.com www.slavijahotel.com

(Not yet renovated)

*** * Location

Slavija hotels are located in the center, the business and commercial part of the town. The hotels are 1.5 km away from the railway and bus station.

Accommodation facilities

90 rooms with direct phone lines, air conditioning, cable TV and wireless Internet access.

General Facilities

24 hours reception, panoramic restaurant, hotel bar, room service, parking , business center, casino, facilities for the disabled, safe deposit box, gym, hairdresser, shopping nearby.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

292

250

200

120

250

Restaurant

360

250

300

200

120

100

400

Glass room

Banquet

99+27

100

Business

2.80

TV room

HOTEL REX

Sarajevska 37 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3611.862, 3613.949 Fax: +381.11.3612.965 reservations@hotelrex-belgrade.com www.hotelrex-belgrade.com

Meeting capacity (max): 35 guests Total meeting rooms: 1 Accommodation rooms: 92 Accommodation capacity: 144

*** Location

Within walking distance from main Belgrade railway station, bus terminal and the city center. Belgrade Fair and Sava Congress Centre are just 10 minutes away. Transfer time from the airport is 20 minutes.

Accommodation facilities

92 newly renovated guest rooms and suites with shower bathrooms, equipped with TV sets, air conditioning, mini bars, hair dryers and telephones.

General Facilities

24-hour reception, restaurant with open air terrace, cocktail bar, room service (6am-11pm), 24-hour parking with cctv, hairdresser, internet access.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room Conference room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

2.70

H OTEL S / CONGR ESS HOTEL S

Sq(m)

Aperitif room

Room

HOTEL SRBIJA

Ustanicka 127c 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2890.404, 2884.296 Fax: +381.11.2892.462 office@hotelsrbija.com www.hotelsrbija.com

Meeting capacity (max): 350 guests Total meeting rooms: 3 Accommodation rooms: 330 Accommodation capacity: N/A

*** Location

This is the classic three star â&#x20AC;&#x153;preferredâ&#x20AC;? hotel situated next to a wooded park in the center. The panoramic city view from the Top Floor Restaurant is one of the highest unobstructed vantage points in the city. The hotel is 25 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from Sava convention center.

Accommodation facilities

The hotel offers 330 rooms, including 2 luxury suites and 1 family deluxe suite. All rooms have air-condition, cable TV, mini bar, work desk, telephone line and en suite bathroom.

General Facilities

24-hour reception, panoramic restaurant, bar, free parking with 24-h surveillance, safe deposit box, laundry, dry cleaning.

H OTEL S / CONG R ESS HOTEL S

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Panorama

300

3.20

250

300

250

350

Room 1

120

3.20

100

120

100

150

Room 2

3.20

Room

HOTEL UNION

Kosovska 11 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3248.022, 3248.172 Fax: +381.11.3224 480 office@hotelunionbelgrade.com www.hotelunionbelgrade.com

Meeting capacity (max): 300 guests Total meeting rooms: 2 Accommodation rooms: 60 Accommodation capacity: 101

*** Location

The Hotel is located in a quiet residential street at the very center of the city. It is 15 minutes drive away from all major conference venues and 20 minutes transfer time from the airport.

Accommodation facilities

60 rooms and suites with single, double, twin and triple beds. All rooms have bathrooms with bathtubs or showers, phones, cable TV and mini bars.

General Facilities

24 hours reception, hotel restaurant, hotel bar, room service, parking, laundry, safe deposit boxes, free internet , shopping nearby.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Theatre

Classroom

Board

U-shape

Cocktail

Restaurant

300

4.5

65 + 30

300

Banquet room

3.2

Room

ALEKSANDAR PALACE (Accommodation only)

Kralja Petra 13-15 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3305.300, 3305.326 Fax: +381.11.3305.334 office@aleksandarpalas.com www.aleksandarpalas.com

Meeting capacity: N/A Total meeting rooms: 0 Accommodation rooms: 9 Accommodation capacity: 21

Skadarska 34 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3035.252 Fax: +381.11.3035.353 office@petitpiaf.com www.petitpiaf.com

Meeting capacity: N/A Total meeting rooms: 0 Accommodation rooms: 12 Accommodation capacity: 24

*** * Location

Aleksandar Palas Hotel is situated at a premium location in the very heart of Belgrade being in an immediate vicinity of numerous landmarks, architectural marvels, places of culture, tradition, business, shopping and entertainment. 20 km from the airport and central train and bus stations are located less than a km away.

Accommodation facilities

9 apartments, witch are all air-conditioned with wireless Internet and cable/satellite TV channels.

General Facilities

Room service , complimentary breakfast, safe deposit box, 24-hour reception desk, 24-hour exchange office, national restaurant kraljevina, café-bar-restaurant “que pasa”, room service 07:00 am - 01:00 am, summer garden, fitness centre, laundry with same-day service, car and valet parking.

(Accommodation only)

*** Location

Located in a wonderful and old bohemian quarter of Skadarlija, which is a remarkable tourist attraction with wellknown restaurants, art galleries, and antique and souvenir shops. 15 km from the airport, 3 km from the train station and 3 km from main bus station.

Accommodation facilities

7 rooms and 5 junior suits, all air-conditioned, with cable TV and wireless Internet.

General Facilities

Hotel restaurant, hotel bar, room service, complimentary continental breakfast, business center available, parking space, organization of meetings, press conferences and other events, catering.

H OTEL S / A C C O M M ODATION HOTEL S

LE PETIT PIAF

HOTEL ROYAL

(Accommodation only)

Kralja Petra 56 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2634.222 Fax: +381.11.2626.459 toplice@net.yu www.hotelroyal.co.yu

Meeting capacity: N/A Total meeting rooms: 0 Accommodation rooms: 105 Accommodation capacity: 190

*** Location

Located 20 km from the airport and in the core city center. The location allows to reach the Belgrade business center in a few minutes on foot.

Accommodation facilities

105 rooms all air-conditioned with Internet connection and safe deposit box and cable TV.

General Facilities

H OTEL S / A C C O M M ODATION HOTEL S

Hotel restaurant, hotel bar, 24-h room service.

HOTEL SKALA

(Accommodation only)

Bezanijska 3 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3075.032 Fax: +381 11) 2190 724 hskala@sezampro.yu

Internet: N/A Meeting capacity: N/A Total meeting rooms: 0 Accommodation rooms: 16 Accommodation capacity: 30

*** Location

The hotel is located in the center of Zemun, close to the National Theater, a 10 minute drive from the center of the city, and a 15 minute drive from the airport.

Accommodation facilities

The hotel offers 14 rooms and 2 suites. All rooms and suites have direct telephone lines, cable TV, mini-bars, and air conditioning.

General Facilities

24-hour room service, laundry service, international restaurant.

HOTEL SPLENDID

(Accommodation only)

Dragoslava Jovanovica 5 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3235.444 Fax: +381.11.3243.298 office@splendid.co.yu www.splendid.co.yu

Meeting capacity: N/A Total meeting rooms: 0 Accommodation rooms: 49 Accommodation capacity: 80

Dobanovacka 95 11080 Zemun, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3167.511 Fax: +381.11.3167.235 office@hotelzlatnik.com www.hotelzlatnik.com

Meeting capacity: N/A Total meeting rooms: N/A Accommodation rooms: 31 Accommodation capacity: N/A

*** Location

The hotel is located in city center, in a quiet street, within easy walking distance of the major stores and also close to many important historical sites and cultural attractions. It is about 10 minutes walk from the bus and train stations and airport is 20 km away.

Accommodation facilities

The hotel comprises 18 single and 31 double rooms, all airconditioned and all with cable TV, Internet access in rooms.

General Facilities

Hotel restaurant, hotel bar, parking space, room service.

(Accommodation only)

*** * * Location

8 km from the airport and 7 km from city center in a quiet location.

Accommodation facilities

31 rooms with air conditioning, direct phone line, cable TV and Internet access.

General Facilities

Hotel restaurant, hotel bar, room service, meeting facilities, business center available, safe deposit box.

H OTEL S / A C C O M M ODATION HOTEL S

HOTEL ZLATNIK

B ELG RADE C ONVENTION BUR EAU

SPECIALTY VENUES

ALEKSANDAR SKI CLUB

Kneza Viseslava 71a 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3549.740 aleksandarclub@yahoo.com www.skistazabelgrade.com

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Aleksandar Ski Club is located 7km away from the city center, at the heart of quiet Kosutnjak Park. The club is Belgrade favorite for chic parties, mulled wine and especially beautiful night views of the city. Aleksandar Club’s stylish open-air terrace can host up to 600 people for a banquet and up to 1,000 for a cocktail party. The secluded smaller room is perfect for more private meetings, or presentations.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

sqm

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

Klubic

2.5

Restoran Kafe

S PE C IA L TY VENU ES

Basta

130

100

150 (2 levels)

120

400

600

1000

AVIATION MUSEUM BELGRADE

Aerodrom “Nikola Tesla” PF 16 11180 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2670.992, 2698.209 Fax: +381.11.2698.209 airmuseum@beogrid.net, airmuseum@gmail.com www.muzejrv.org

LOCATION

Just 300m from the Nikola Tesla Airport terminal building.

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Looking for a spectacular venue that would help your event really break through the sound barrier? Try the extraordinary Belgrade Aviation Museum. We can host your event in the most remarkable setting, surrounded by extraordinary selection of real-life flying machines, planes, and helicopters. The Museum’s aircraft exhibition is one of the top 12 in the world, and features such celebrities as Messerschmitt Me109G, Hurricane Mk IV, Spitfire Mk Vc, Yak-3 and Illyushin II2m3. Aviation Museum Theater hall has all technical facilities for conferences and lectures, including fully integrated audio and projections systems.

TECHNICAL FACILITIES

Full audiovisual support facilities, parking for 75 cars.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room Round hall Theatre

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

115

100

4.5 to 2

125+4+1

Foyer

150

Central hall

1000

200

700

EUROSALON TERRACE

Bulevar vojvode Misica 12 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2067.544 Fax: +381 11) 2067 598 bg.bolero@hotmail.com

Company profile

On the Sava riverfront, next to Belgrade Fair complex.

Venue highlights

At the top of Eurosalon building, Eurosalon open panoramic terrace is an exciting venue for cocktails, gala dinners and special events. The terrace has spectacular views of the Sava River and tranquil Ada Ciganlija Park, unsurpassed in warm spring and summer evenings. The terrace can easily be transformed to fit the special purpose of your event. Located in the surrounding park, Eurosalonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bolero restaurant is available for elegant dinners and smaller intimate events.

Technical facilitieS In-house catering service with full, banquet equipment, central sound, full in-house staff, parking for 150 cars.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

Terrace

1600

8-12

600

1000

Bolero

150

S PE C IA LT Y VEN UES

JEVREMOVAC BOTANICAL GARDEN

Takovska 43, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3246.655 Fax: +381.11.3246.655 garden@bfbot.bg.ac.yu www.bio.bg.ac.yu

LOCATION

In downtown Belgrade, within walking distance to city center, green oasis of Jevremovac Botanical Garden provides magnificent backdrop for banquets and special events. The Gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful grass covered outdoor terrace at the entrance to the 1889 greenhouse provides special atmosphere for daytime and evening events. Established in 1882, now with more than 2,000 botanical species, Jevremovac Botanical Garden is national heritage site, a true monument to Serbian nature and botany.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room Terrace

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

400

200

K20

Kraljice Marije 1, floor 20 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3037.119 Fax: +381.11.3037.118 k20@bgvidik.com www.bgvidikk20.com

LOCATION

K20 Club Restaurant is located in the Belgrade central zone, close to the Tasmajdan Park, within walking distance to city center.

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

K20 is situated on the 20th floor of Inex building overlooking Belgrade historic downtown. The club offers 360 degree views of Belgrade and old town nucleus, creating a magnificent experience. K20 club is comfortable and tucked in, perfect for dinners, special events and seminars. For cocktails and banquets, Banquet hall and VIP lounge offer wonderful setting, with full event planning and catering service. For seminars and meetings, K20 has all amenities to provide audio and video support services, both for larger and for smaller groups. The rooms can be modified to meet your meeting needs.

TECHNICAL FACILITES

In-house catering service with full banquet equipment, audio and video support, decoration, event planning.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

VIP salon

3.2

Banquet hall

350

3.2

250

400

S PE C IA L TY VENU ES

Room

KALEMEGDANSKA TERASA

Internacionalnih brigada 34, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3283.011 Fax:+381.11.3282.727 kalemegdanskaterasa@eunet.yu www.kalemegdanskaterasa.com

LOCATION

In Kalemegdan park, in the very heart of Belgrade. On the fortress, just above the Sava confluence to Danube and with probably the most beautiful view to the Danube.

Venue highlights

For breathtaking views and relaxed sophistication, nothing beats Kalemegdan Terrace. Tucked in among the manicured trees of Kalemegdan park, the Terrace is set against the magnificent backdrop of historic Belgrade Fortress. It commands unique views of the Danube and Sava rivers confluence, making it one of the most spectacular banquet and cocktail venues in Belgrade.

Conference & Banquet facilities

Kalemegdan Terrace can accommodate banquets, cocktails and parties of up to 1,000 people. Full in-house catering service provided. Menu includes a variety of delightful whole national dishes.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

Hall

150

140

400

Terrace

350

200

600

Room

KONAK KNEGINJE LJUBICE

(Located at Kneza Sime MarkoviÄ&#x2021;a 8)

Muzej grada Beograda Zmaj Jovina 1 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: + 381.11.3283.504 Fax: + 381.11.3283.504 museumbg@eunet.yu www.mgb.org.yu

LOCATION

In the city center.

Venue highlights

Princess Ljubica Mansion heritage site is the oldest royal compound in Belgrade. Prince Milos Obrenovic built the Mansion in 1831 for his wife Princess Milica, as her official royal residence and it is a fine example of traditional XIX century Balkan architecture. It is managed by Belgrade City Museum and hosts valuable XIX century museum collection, including the original furniture and household items from the Mansion. The Mansionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arched hall is a fully equipped conference and meetings venue, hosting up to 200 meeting participants or 300 guests for a standing cocktail reception. The cellars have been meticulously restored to preserve their authentic ambience and combine it with all technical amenities for meetings and conferences.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

Arched hall

300

200

300

Divanhana

50-60

Room

S PE C IA L TY VENU ES

MADLENIANUM OPERA&THEATRE

Glavna 32, Zemun 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3162.533 Fax: +381.11.2108.685 sales@madlenianum.co.yu www.madlenianum.co.yu

LOCATION

On the north bank of the Danube, in historical Zemun district.

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

Madlenianum Opera & Theater is the perfect place to add some premiere sparkle to your event. The venue stages some of the most extravagant modern drama and opera productions in Belgrade. Its five newly renovated halls are available for cocktails, seminars and parties, including the Theater, Studio and Sifnios ballet studio. Our event team can provide full event management, including catering options and state of the art technical support.

TECHNICAL FACILITES

Full event planning services, catering, audiovisual support, live tv broadcast, translation services and equipment.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

Foyer

420

3.91-4.99

140

500

368 +264(stage)

9.55- 12

510*

Bel Etage

500

3.48

200

300

Studio

250

5.40

120

160

Sifnios

100

4.28

Theatre

100 * Fixed seats, only theater room layout available

METRO NA VODI

Kej Oslobodjenja 11a 11080 Zemun, Serbia Tel: + 381.64.8234.531 Fax: + 381.11.2781.027 metronavodi@yahoo.com www.metronavodi.co.yu

LOCATION

Boarding for cruises, Ada restaurant at Jugoslavija riverfront Sport complex 25 May, Dorcol.

VENUE HIGHLIGHTS

A reception does not always have to take place at only one venue. Metro na Vodi river cruises can arrange your cocktail or gala dinner on a ship cruising past some of the most beautiful riverscapes of Belgrade. We can accommodate up to 320 people. Our ships can be equipped with projection screens, plasma screens, sound systems and stage sets to meet the needs of all types of meetings, conventions, promotional events and seminars.

TECHNICAL FACILITES

Sound and projection systems available on board.

Conference/Banquet Facilities

Banquet

Cocktail

400

320

450

Palma

2.8

Ship Danka

2.6

Ship Carpe Diem

2.6

168

2.6

125

160

Room Carpe Diem

S PE C IA L TY VENU ES

Ship Bellagio

Sq(m)

Ht(m)

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART BELGRADE

Usce 10 blok 15 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3115.771 Fax: +381.11.3112.995 msub@msub.org.yu www.msub.org.yu

LOCATION

Belgrade Museum of Contemporary Art is in New Belgradeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful Usce Park, on the very confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers.

Venue highlights

Not only a famous landmark, renowned for its exhibitions and impressive modernist architecture, it is a unique and versatile event venue. With four exhibition floors available for receptions and cocktails, Museum of Contemporary Art Belgrade is a prestigious location for whatever your event. The Theater room is equipped with full sound and projection support facilities and is a great venue for advanced multimedia presentations, films, lectures training programs and meetings.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Sq(m)

Ht(m)

Banquet

Cocktail

Floor level

270

2.5-4.9

400

500

Level 1

975

3.3-4.9

600

700

Level 2

400

2.6-6.9

350

400

Level 3

480

2.6-4.6

450

550

Level 4

600

3.1

500

600

Room

PC USCE

Bulevar Mihajla Pupina 6 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2200.200 Fax: +381.11.2200.210 info@mpcproperties.co.yu www.mpcproperties.co.yu

LOCATION

Usce business center is located on one of the most attractive parts in New Belgrade, at the confluence of Sava and Danube rivers. With its 141 m of height, this 25-storey A-class business center is the tallest business structure in the Balkans and offers spectacular panoramic views of the whole city. With its three conference halls and mobile furniture, Usce can provide tailor made meetings and seminars of different types â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from conventional ex-catedra presentations to the meetings enabling active, open communication and presentation. 850m2 rooftop area is one of the most popular Belgradeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s venues for elegant corporate cocktails and events. It can be transformed into banquet or conference room, with full audio and visual support facilities. Our team of dedicated professionals can provide you with full or partial event management services, including first class catering.

Conference/Banquet Facilities Room

sq(m)

Height

Banquet

Cocktail

Projeciton room

100

Oval room

25 floor

340

700

S PE C IA LT Y VEN UES

B ELG RADE C ONVENTION BUR EAU

ARIA CONGRESS AGENCY ASTAKOS TRAVEL&EVENTS BBN CONGRESS MANAGEMENT BTA TRAVEL AGENCY CERA TRAVEL INTERNATIONAL CONGREXPO EUROCONTRACT-CISSEE HRG CONGRESS SERVICE CENTER MIROSS PONTE TRAVEL Sava Centar Congress Department SMART INTERNATIONAL VEKOL TOURS

CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION ORGANIZERS

ARIA CONGRESS AGENCY

Dr Petra Markovica 12 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3160.625, 196.530 Fax: +381.11.3160.862 ariateam@yubc.net www.aria.org.yu Contact person: Ms. Biljana Latinovic Primary business: PCO

Company profile

Services provided

ARIA is a meeting and conference management agency specializing in biomedical and pharmaceutical industry events. Established in 1996, ARIA has successfully organized over 100 international and national conference events, ranging from 20 to 500 attendees in size. From large science symposiums to specialized workshops with hands-on training, ARIA offers a proven track record in the delivery of top quality conferences. Our specialized teams can provide a vast array of special technical services for total solutions of every kind of scientific or medical conference.

CON F ERENC E & EXHIBITION ORGANI ZERS

Having worked closely with many leading health care and pharmaceutical associations, our executives and staff are fine-tuned to the needs and sensitivities of the sector. This understanding, plus our day-to-day skill in handling projects, has made us the first–choice congress and event manager for every kind of scientific or medical conference and event.

• Registration system • Conference Program management • On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Sponsorship negotiations • Print materials production • Secretariat, association management • Exhibition management, set-up, sales • Transfers, meet and greet services • Public relations, marketing services • Social programs, pre and post touring • Budget management and cash flow • Translation services • Web Management

ASTAKOS TRAVEL&EVENTS

Kumanovska 2 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2430.685 Fax: +381.11.2441.492 congress@astakos.com www.astakos.com Contact person: Mr. Vojin Bojkovic Primary business: PCO & DMC

Company profile

Services provided

Planning a congress, conference, convention, seminar, special event or a small meeting of key people? Looking for a new destination? Astakos is a right partner for you. Astakos Travel & Events is PCO & DMC specialized in organization of Congresses and Conferences, Corporate Events & Business travel, Social & Leisure Events, Meetings and Incentive trips in Serbia & Montenegro. Since 1992, Astakos has built up extensive experience in managing and organizing all types of international and domestic meetings, conferences, congresses, workshops, or special events as well as exhibitions, fairs and shows. We can provide full pre-, post-, and on-site services for your conference and make your job much easier.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION • ICCA • YUTA

BBN CONGRESS MANAGEMENT

Company profile

BBN Congress Management is a full service PCO agency with 18 years of experience in conference and exhibition management. Our team combines their huge national and international experience and attention to detail to provide well organized meetings, whether it is for 2 or 2,000 people. We provide total conference management solutions, including destination management and memorable pre and post tours.

BTA TRAVEL AGENCY

BTA makes arranging and managing meetings, events and conferences easy. We provide total conference management solutions and a commitment to professional business partnerships.

Services provided

Takovska 8 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3245.237, 3240.446 Fax: +381.11.3239.418 bojana.stanarcevic@bta.co.yu Contact person: Ms. Bojana Stanarcevic Primary business: PCO

Services provided

• Registration system • Conference Program management • On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Sponsorship negotiations • Print materials production • Secretariat, association management • Exhibition management, set-up, sales • Transfers, meet and greet services • Social programs, pre and post touring • Budget management and cash flow • Web Management

C ONF ER ENC E & EXH I BITION ORGANI ZER S

Company profile

Deligradska 9/VI 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2682.318, 3629.402 Fax: +381.11.3629.406 bbn@bbn.co.yu www.bbn.co.yu Contact person: Ms. Svetlana Vulovic Primary business: PCO

CERA TRAVEL INTERNATIONAL

Decanska 4 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3224.462 Fax: +381.11.3224.462 info@ceratravel.com www.ceratravel.com Contact person: Mr. Mladen Cvetanovic Primary business: Travel agency / DMC

Company profile

Services provided

Cera Travel has more than 10 years of experience in destination management in Serbia. We are able to provide full destination management service, including plane and hotel bookings, transfers, visas, car rentals and various social programs. With our wide network of contacts and partners we are able to provide seamless logistics and innovative, world class tours.

• Registration system • On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Transfers, meet and greet services • Social programs, pre and post touring

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

CON F ERENC E & EXHIBITION ORGANI ZERS

• IATA • YUTA • ASTA • PATA

CONGREXPO

WTC, Bulevar Vojvode Misica 14 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2655.559, 2686.024 Fax: +381.11.2686.024 info@congrexpo.co.yu www.congrexpo.co.yu Contact person: Ms. Olivera Blagojevic Primary business: PCO

Company profile

Services provided

CongrExpo Ltd is event and destination management company which offers wide range of services for your meetings, conferences or incentive trips. We can design our offer to compliment your own management effort, or we can manage your event with you, taking care of as much or as little as you require. The group capacity of all CongrExpo Ltd partners together, gives an extraordinary advantage to events, bringing the possibility of global assistance to all participants.

• Online registration system • Conference Program management • On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Sponsorship negotiations • Print materials production • Secretariat, association management • Exhibition management, set-up, sales • Transfers, meet and greet services • Public relations, marketing services • Social programs, pre and post touring • Budget management and cash flow • Translation services • Web Management

EUROCONTRACT-CISSEE

Santiceva 5 11108 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3392.740, 3241.314 Fax: +381.11.3392.735 office@cissee.com www.cissee.com Contact person: Ms. Mirjana Srdanov Primary business: Translation services / PCO

Company profile

The Conference Interpretation Service for South East Europe (CISSEE®) is a unique centre that provides everything you need for organizing all kinds of conferences, seminars and business meetings in the South East European region. CISSEE® brings together top-class interpreters and translators with many years of experience working at the highest level for leading national and international organizations (EU, UN, OSCE, COE) and multinational companies. In addition to interpretation at conferences and meetings, we also provide certified translation and court interpretation services. CISSEE® covers all the languages of the region and the main international languages (Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish and others).

Services provided

• Conference Program management • On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Print materials production • Secretariat, association management • Exhibition management, set-up, sales • Transfers, meet and greet services • Social programs, pre and post touring • Translation services • Web Management

CISSEE® can also help with all other aspects of conference management, from finding the best conference venue and organizing accommodation, to travel arrangements and printing of conference materials.

HOGG ROBINSON GROUP

Hogg Robinson Group (HRG) is the award winning international corporate services company. Founded in 1845, HRG is totally committed to a value offering for clients. The HRG worldwide network offers a comprehensive range of services in 100 countries. HRG Events and Meetings Management is a market leading, full-service event organization that delivers complete solutions creating emotive, dynamic and stimulating events that exceed expectations is our primary focus. Our consultative approach delivers perfectly, from team building events to motivational meetings and conferences. Whatever the occasion, each benefits from our creative input, cost control expertise and project-proven methodology. HRG Serbia & Montenegro offer a fully bespoke service allowing clients to hand over total control to our experienced and knowledgeable staff. Whatever the size and scale of the project, our management skills and expertise will deliver the required result from concept to delivery.

Services provided

• Full Service • Bid processing • Computer registration abstracts • Computer registration participants • On-site management • Financial planning • Social program/excursions • Marketing • Printing & advertising • Exhibition management • Hotel accommodation • Incentive travel programs

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION • ICCA • IATA • YUTA • AMCHAM SERBIA • AHK

C ONF ER ENC E & EXH I BITION ORGANI ZER S

Company profile

BT Pegrotour, Cubrina 4/4 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3038.920 Fax: +381.11.3283.304 mice@rs.hrgworldwide.com www.hrgworldwide.com Contact: Mrs. Gordana Plamenac Primary business: PCO

CONGRESS SERVICE CENTER

Dositejeva 15/III, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2628.837, 2631.526 Fax: +381.11.2634.132 office.bg@kscnet.com www.kscnet.com Contact person: Mr. Milos Paunovic Primary business: PCO/Translation services

Company profile

Services provided

The Congress Service Center (CSC) was founded in 1999, as a primarily translation service provider. The scope of services very soon progressed dramatically encompassing full scope of event coordination - planning and managing activities for business meetings, conferences, seminars, symposiums, congresses and workshops. We have created a team of top interpreters/ translators and dedicated experts in the field of event management, with versatile skills and capabilities. The company has distinguished itself through its client-oriented attitude. We passionately believe in working with our clients to identify their particular requirements and to develop products and services to meet those needs.

C ONF ER ENC E & EXH I BITION ORGANI ZER S

The CSC is associated with service excellence, high quality and outstanding value. The diversity of our client base and the broad experience of our team ensure that the CSC will always be able to address the specific demand of the client and to face all challenges that may occur in the process.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION • YUTA • ProZ • Kudoz • Translator’s Café

MIROSS

Svetogorska 4, 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3033.225, 3033.226 Fax: +381.11.3344.529 office@miross.co.yu Contact person: Ms. Mirjana Saletic Primary business: PCO / DMC

Company profile

Services provided

Miross is one of the leading conference management specialists in Serbia. With more than 10 years of experience managing major national and international conferences, Miross can provide total conference management solutions and a commitment to professional business partnerships. Miross also operates a full service destination management travel service.

• Registration system • Conference Program management • On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Sponsorship negotiations • Print materials production • Secretariat, association management • Transfers, meet and greet services • Social programs, pre and post touring • Budget management and cash flow • Translation services • Audio and Video support • Remote voting system

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION • YUTA • IATA • ASTA

PONTE TRAVEL

Company profile

Ponte Travel specializes in corporate destination management in Belgrade and Serbia. Using our unparalleled knowledge of the city and years of experience in the business, Ponte Travel will arrange all elements of your incentive trip, client entertainment, event management and conference travel projects. Partnering with you, we will combine the essential elements of planning, transportation and accommodation with events, conferences, activities, team-building, training and entertainment to deliver truly memorable experience.

Sava Centar Congress Department

A division of the Sava Centar congress and business center, Sava Centar Congress Department has the advantage of international experience and in-depth knowledge of the local market. We are prepared to come to grips with even the most complex challenges, be it in Sava Centar or in another venue. Built around a team of professionals with impressive track records, Sava Centar Congress Department has organized more than 7,000 international congress events with more than 1,5 million attendees. We can provide comprehensive congress and event department services for our clients, ensuring that you get a memorable experience and seamless organization for all you events.

Services provided

• On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Transfers, meet and greet services • Social programs, pre and post touring

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION • YUTA • UFTA • IATA

Milentija Popovica 9, 11070, Belgrade, Serbia Tel: + 381.11.220.67.01, 220.67.03 Fax: + 381.11.220.60.81 congress@savacentar.net www.savacentar.com Primary Business: PCO

Services provided

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION • ICCA • AIPC

C ONF ER ENC E & EXH I BITION ORGANI ZER S

Company profile

Bircaninova 28b 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3065.014 Fax: +381.11.682.832 ponte.bgd@sezampro.yu www.ponte.co.yu Contact person: Mr. Sasa Zaric Primary business: Travel agency / DMC

SMART INTERNATIONAL

Svetog Save 43/I 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3086.694 Fax: +381.11.3086.695 smart4@eunet.yu www.smart4.co.yu Contact person: Ms. Radmila Maricic Primary business: PCO

Company profile

Services provided

Smart Travel is one of the leading Serbian agencies specializing in individual and group travel and conference management. We also provide tailor-made corporate incentive programs developed according to your needs. With twenty years of extensive experience in travel industry we offer superior service quality and competitive rates at every stage of conference planning. Destination management is mainly oriented to special interest groups or individuals for whom we can complete ground handling of Serbia and Montenegro tours.

•Registration system • Conference Program management • On-site management • Accommodation bookings, allocation • Venue liaisons, negotiations • Sponsorship negotiations • Print materials production • Secretariat, association management • Transfers, meet and greet services • Social programs, pre and post touring • Budget management and cash flow • Translation services • Web Management

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

C ON FER ENCE & EXHI BITION O RGANI ZER S

• ICCA

VEKOL TOURS

Knez Mihajlova 6/3 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3282.689 Fax: +381.11.3282.689 tanjavel@ptt.yu www.vekoltours-mice.com Contact person: Ms. Dragana Tubic Primary business: Travel agency / DMC

Company profile

Services provided

We are powerful, imaginative and creative tourist agency specialized for congresses, event management and marketing. Whatever we do is an EVENT. Isn’t it? We provide complete management of congresses, meetings at the highest official level, family and business cruises, presentations and promotions, fashion shows, team building thematic gala dinners in historic ambient, VIP treatments, corporate anniversaries, concerts, ceremonies and festivals. Vekol tours is a proven leader in the creation and execution of memorable and unique corporate incentive programs. Let us show you how our strong industry knowledge, creativity and personalized attention can provide you and your guests an experience they will value and remember.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION • CENORT • YUTA

CONF ERENC E & EXHIBITION ORGANIZ ERS

B ELG RADE C ONVENTION BUR EAU

CATERING CATERING CEZAR CATERING PLUS DFD COMPANY DIPLOMAT CATERING EURO CATERING HARMONIJA CATERING JAT CATERING LASTAVICA PARTY SERVICE SLATKA KUCA WINDMILL CATERING AUDIO VIDEO MEDIA CENTER DR.AUDIO ICS PRO AS PROMOTION INTERNATIONAL URBAN MULTIMEDIA COBA&ASSOCIATES

SUPPORT SERVICES

CATERING

Trebevicka 9a 11030 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3546.777, 3544.012 Fax: +381.11.3546.777 catering.agencija@eunet.yu www.catering-hotel.com

Company profile

Services provided

Catering provides catering equipment rental services, ideal for banquets, celebrations, shows, weddings and other events.

• Catering equipment rental

Top quality equipment and accessories, which will give an air of luxury and wealth to your celebration.

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C ATE R ING

For the past 15 years, Catering has been supplying hotel and catering equipment and accessories.

CEZAR CATERING PLUS

Kneza Milosa 80 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2769.406 Fax: +381.11.2401.578 office@cezarcatering.co.yu www.cezarcatering.co.yu

Company profile

Services provided

Cezar is Belgrade’s leading provider of catering services. We combine traditional Serbian and international cuisine to offer a wealth of tastes in varied buffets and delicious desserts. Utmost attention is paid to every detail in selecting only the highestquality fresh ingredients. We employ only the top chefs and highly professional service staff.

• Full service catering

Whether it is a private or business function, banquet, promotional event, wedding, baptism, picnic, birthday party or a patron saint celebration, Cezar catering will help you turn the event into an unforgettable gastronomical and aesthetic experience for you and your guests.

DFD COMPANY

Cara Dusana 117c 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.193.935 Fax: +381.11.193.935 Mobile: +381.64.1577.771 dfd@eunet.yu www.dfd.co.yu

Company profile

Services provided

DFD Company is catering service specializing in health, diet and macrobiotic food. We provide top quality health food services for any occasion, be it cocktail party, reception, banquet, seminar, or convention.

• Health food catering

DIPLOMAT CATERING

Company profile

Diplomat Catering is a company that specializes in organizing cocktail parties, receptions and other celebratory events. Additionally, Diplomat Catering offers industrial catering services to businesses and organizations (preparation and delivery of cooked meals).

EURO CATERING

Company profile

Euro Catering has built a reputation as Serbia’s leading catering firm. We offer full service in organization of VIP cocktail parties, receptions, banquets, seminars, conventions, as well as industrial catering.

Josipa Slavenskog 19 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3672.605 Mobile: +381.64.1500.057 Fax: +381.11.3672.605 diplomatcatering@ikomline.net

Services provided

• Event management • Full service catering • Meal delivery

Prve pruge 2 11080 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3190.469, 2608.292 Mobile: +381.63.200.075 Fax: +381.11.3190.469 office@eurocatering.co.yu www.eurocatering.co.yu

Services provided

• Full service catering • Event management • Decoration

C ATE R ING

Exquisite cuisine, perfect design and unrivalled service are our essential qualities. We are highly receptive, cooperative and eager to meet your needs to mutual satisfaction.

Company profile

Harmonija catering offers full catering services, catering equipment rental and decoration. Our core business - daily industrial catering – includes delivery of cooked meals to businesses, schools or individuals. We also contract for many production and marketing firms.

Aleksandra Vojinovica 67b 11000 Belgrade, Serbia Telephone: +381.11.8045.068, 8040.296 Mobile: +381.65.8300.001 Fax: +381.11.8040.296 office@harmonijacatering.co.yu www.harmonijacatering.co.yu

Services provided

• Full service catering • Catering equipment rental • Decoration • Food delivery

SU P PO RT SE RVICES

HARMONIJA CATERING

JAT CATERING

Belgrade Airport Industrial Zone 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2289.844,2601.327 Fax: +381 11.2676.969 office@jat-catering.com www.jat-catering.com

Company profile

Services provided

Jat Catering can provide delicious meals and full catering services for all your events, all the way up to 12,000 attendees. Jat Catering is a modern food factory, with many years of experience in airline catering.

• Full service catering • Catering equipment rental • Decoration • Food delivery

Our expert chefs will cook the best national and international meals, according your request, including meals prepared according to religious dietary requirements and special diets. We provide full catering services, including food delivery, decoration and staffing.

LASTAVICA CATERING

Metohijska 27 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3809.302 Fax: +381.11.3809.302 caterla@eunet.yu www.lastavica-catering.co.yu

Company profile

Services provided

PARTY SERVICE

Kalemarska 31g 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3946.461, 3947.749 Fax: +381 11.3947.749 partyservice@beotel.yu www.partyservice.co.yu

Company profile

Services provided

• Full service catering • Food delivery • Decorations

S UP P ORT SE RVICES

C ATER ING

Sweet and savory hors d’oeuvres, decoration and delivery for all types of events: promotional events, cocktail parties, seminars, children’s birthday parties, patron saint celebrations, weddings, etc.

Party Service is a catering company whose services include organization of high-level celebrations, weddings, receptions and birthday parties, as well as food delivery (hors d’oeuvres, canapés, hot and cold buffet, box lunches, and banquet meals). We also supply the full range of small accessories (glass, cutlery, china, napkins, floor standing or table ashtrays, ice bowls etc), as well as equipment such as tables, chairs, bar tables and stools, awnings etc.

• Full service catering • Catering equipment rental • Food delivery

SLATKA KUCA

Company profile

Slatka Kuca’s core business is food delivery. Our menu includes fresh sweet and savory selections: canapés, salads, pies, ready meals, cakes, cookies and various sweets.

Vojvode Supljikca 3 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2457.276, 3446.918 Fax: +381.11.3446.922 info@slatkakuca.co.yu www.slatkakucka.co.yu

Services provided

• Full service catering • Catering equipment rental

Additionally, we provide professional staff, tables, glasses, cutlery and any equipment required by the client.

WINDMILL CATERING

Company profile

Windmill provides the classic and nouvelle cuisine for social and corporate events in Belgrade.

Glavna 16 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Vojvodjanska ulica 28 Tel: +381.11.2177.039 Fax: +381.11.2177.039 Mobile +381.63.442.882 office@windmill.co.yu www.windmill.co.yu

Services provided

• Full service catering • Event planning

C ATE R ING

We have earned a flawless reputation for creative event and menu planning reflecting the tastes and style of our clients, peerless presentation and style, attentive service and our exceptional and professionally trained culinary staff. Our event planners will leverage their extensive experience and our considerable resources to make your event vision come true.

Company profile

Media Center provides full-scale services in communications and event management. Skilled staff, with updated media database and close relations with media, using modern technical facilities in line with the latest standards in AV conferencing technology - we offer complete design of media event, organization and logistics. Located in the very heart of Belgrade business area, with a modern press conference venue

Milentija Popovica 9 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2206.900 Mobile +381.63.314.490 office@mediacenter.org.yu www.mediacenter.org.yu

Services provided

• Organization of media events - press conferences, round tables, meetings, seminars etc. • Lease of equipment for simultaneous interpretation and conference sound system • Consulting – formulation of the agenda, topics, participants, moderators, etc. • Interpreters – simultaneous or consecutive interpretation • Audio and video recording of conferences • Conference live streaming Internet broadcasts • Video beam presentations, etc.

SU P PO RT SE RVICES

MEDIA CENTER

DR AUDIO

Milentija Popovica 27/20 11070 Novi Beograd, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2134.548 Fax: +381.11.2134.548 Mobile: +381.64.1604.493, +381.64.1365.483 dr-audio@scnet.yu

Company profile

Services provided

DR Audio is audio/video service provider that operates in Belgrade and in other major Serbian cities and convention destinations.

• Audio-visual equipment rental • Audio and video support

S UP P ORT SE RVICES

C ATER ING

We offer audio-visual equipment rental and support for conferences and meetings.

ICS INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS SUPPORT

Bulevar Mihaila Pupina 10b/np3 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: + 381.11.2129.275, 2129.276 Fax: + 381 11.2129 274 Mobile: + 381.63.2501.52 office@ics-serbia.com www.ics-serbia.com

Company profile

Services provided:

International Congress Support specializes in services for international conventions, conferences, seminars, workshops and other events. Our technical team is made of qualified experienced professionals, capable of facing any challenge. In less than ten years, the company ICS has provided audio and video support for over four thousand events of varying durations, participant numbers, topics and contents.

• Event management • Audio and video support • Equipment rental • Translation services

We have state-of-the-art audio-visual, IT and simultaneous interpreting equipment. In addition to equipment rental, we also provide full technical support at events, as well as translation services.

PRO AS

Otona Zupancica 38/78 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2602.076, 2601.505 Fax: +381.11.2601.505 Mobile: +381.63.201.141 pro-as@net.yu

Company profile

Services provided

Pro As recognizes the needs of companies for quality, reliable audio and video support service and support, especially in the demanding areas of hospitality, travel and events management. We’re ready to provide a range of services to minimize the demands on your business, and provide you with timely, and reliable support when you need it most. For events up to 3,000 people Pro As is ready to assist.

• Audio and video support • Equipment rental

PROMOTION INTERNATIONAL

Company profile

Promotion International is one of the first agencies in the region specializing in providing audio and video support services for major commercial, social, political and high-level diplomatic organizations. We are able to manage support for events of up to 5,000 people.

URBAN MULTIMEDIAL PRESENTING Company profile

Urban Multimedial Presenting provides technical support for meetings and conferences.

Company profile

Coba&Associates is the leading design and branding agency in Serbia. We offer total design, branding and production for your event. If you plan a convention in Belgrade, you can get in touch with us and we will guide you to find, develop and produce everthing you require for your event, so that you don’t have to bring it all the way from your home.

Vojvodjanska 244 11271 Surcin, Serbia Tel: +381.11.8442.420, +381.65.8442.420 Fax: +381.11.8442.420 Mobile: +381 63.264.832 ump@eunet.yu www.ump.co.yu

Services provided

• Equipment rental (DLP projectors, projection screens, sound systems, lighting, stage sets) • Recording and digital video editing services • Simultaneous interpreting equipment rental

Carcice Milice 3 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.3034.900 Fax: +381.11.3285.228 ask@cobaassociates.com www.cobaassociates.com

Services provided

• Total branding Strategy Identity Management Consulting • Package design • Web design • Events • Copywriting • Photo Shooting

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COBA&ASSOCIATES

Services provided

• Event management • Audio and video support • Equipment rental, • Video broadcast and production • Translation services • Graphic design • Transfers • Catering

C ATE R ING

We organize multimedia presentations, promotional events, conventions, concerts, trade shows and lectures, and provide a wide range of audio – video services.

Nebojsina 53 11 000 Belgrade, Serbia Tel: +381.11.2430.553 Fax: +381.11.2430.553 promotio@net.yu, promo_agency@yahoo.com www.promotion.co.yu

B ELG RADE C ONVENTION BUR EAU

SHORT TRIPS – CLOSE TO BELGRADE ARANDJELOVAC OPLENAC VIMINACIUM SMEDEREVO CARSKA BARA (“EMPEROR’S POND”) FRUSKA GORA SREMSKI KARLOVCI ZASAVICA LONGER STAYS – TRIPS AROUND SERBIA ZLATIBOR VRNJACKA BANJA PALIC TARA NATIONAL PARK KOPAONIK DJERDAP NATIONAL PARK

PRE / POST TOURS

SHORT TRIPS – CLOSE TO BELGRADE

In the vicinity of Belgrade, only a hundred kilometers from the city center, there are many resorts, cultural and historical monuments, archaeological sites, nature preserves and many more places to visit. They can be reached by bus, car, rail or boat, and all are within an hour and a half traveling distance.

P RE / POST TOU R S – S H O R T T R I PS

ARANDJELOVAC

Arandjelovac is situated only 75 km south of Belgrade, in the heart of the Sumadija region. Watched over by two mountains, near the numerous thermal and healing springs, it attracts many tourists each year. The town’s main street, the place for an evening promenade, abounds with small shops packed closely together, with old craft shops and modern boutiques side by side, and taverns

with chequered tablecloths alongside modern restaurants offering international cuisine. A 20-hectare park dominates the spa’s center. It was designed over 150 years ago and features elements of two landscaping styles prevailing at the time. The part facing the hotel complex, hospital and bath is designed after the French fashion – with wide flowerbeds, rows of

trees and regular geometric shapes. The other, “English” part of the park, towards the foot of the mountain, is wooded and features several recreational tracks. On the rocky hill overlooking the town, between the mountains Vencac and Bukulja, is the entrance to Risovacka Cave. It is a Paleolithic cave and it is accessible to the length of 180 meters.

OPLENAC

On a hill overlooking Topola, eighty kilometers south of Belgrade, is Oplenac, the unofficial capital of the Karadjordjevic dynasty. It is the site of the magnificent Karadjordjevic royal family mausoleum, seen from far away and showing the way to Topola. The church, dedicated to St. George, was built at the beginning of 20th century and is one of the most beautiful orthodox churches in the

world. Its large interior is covered from ceiling to floor with mosaic depictions of biblical scenes, kings and saints. It took over 60 million tiles to recreate many of the most significant and beautiful frescos from Serbia’s historic monasteries. The crypt is the resting place of Vozd (“Chief”) Karadjordje, two kings, two counts, princes, princesses and other members of the royal family. At Oplenac you

can also find royal villas and vineyards, wine cellars and the house of King Petar the First, the Liberator, today housing a museum and gallery. In the adjacent town of Topola, visitors can see Karadjordje’s Town – an authentic space from the period of the First Serbian Uprising against the Turks in 1804, with Karadjordje’s house and a little church.

VIMINACIUM

For the past four decades, the Roman military camp and capital of the province Upper Moesia has been the subject of archaeological research. The destruction it suffered from the Huns is comparable to that suffered by the famous

town near Napoli that was buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Viminacium, with a population of about fifty thousand, was an important economic, military and strategic center in Roman times. It has been open for tourists since

October 2006, and visitors of the Archaeological Park are primarily interested in the Emperor’s Mausoleum and the fresco painting collection with masterpieces of late antique art. The site is ninety kilometers south of Belgrade, near the town of Kostolac.

Serbian capital. This is a unique lowland fortress stretching on more than ten hectares of land. Modeled on Constantinople, with an irregular triangular shape, surrounded by water on all sides, with numerous towers and walls even four meters thick, the Smederevo fortress long resisted the enemy. It consists of two parts – Mali grad (Little City), Despot Djuradj Brankovic’s

residence, and Veliki grad (Big City), where Serbian people lived and worked.

SMEDEREVO

In mid-nineteenth century, the summer residence of the Obrenovic dynasty was built on the hill above Smederevo, with an amazing view of the Danube and Smederevo vineyards. The Obrenovic family was a line of rulers under whose leadership Serbia finally became free from the Turks after five

CARSKA BARA (“EMPEROR’S POND”)

The favorite hunting ground of Crown prince Rudolph and Archduke Franz Ferdinand, who were not meant to be Austrian emperors but to whom the pond owes its name; today, it is a nature preserve with a permanent ban on hunting. The preserve covers the area of nearly 1,700 hectares and includes Carska, Perleska and Tiganjika ponds, as well as the old river bed of the

Begej. It is one of the most abundant habitats of various rare marshland birds, plants, and large and small animals. The pond abounds with many species of fish, from bream and crucian carp to European catfish and common carp. The pond’s many channels are great for kayaking, canoeing or paddling; a special attraction is a cruise through this jungle in the middle of Banat

– the boat leaves once a week and carries about 50 people. The castle of Kasel at Ecka is not far away; according to a tradition, this is the place where in 1820 Franz Liszt had his first concert as a nineyear-old boy. Carska Bara is about 80 kilometers away from Belgrade.

centuries of slavery. Authentic photographs, furniture and personal belongings of Serbian counts and kings can still be seen at the Obrenovic villa. Plans are under way to open an Obrenovic family museum in the house.

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Some fifty kilometers east of Belgrade, on the right bank of the Danube, is Smederevo. In the past few decades, it has developed as an industrial city, but its surroundings abound with cultural and historical monuments and tourist attractions. The main attraction is the Smederevo Fortress, built in the first half of the 15th century to be the new

FRUSKA GORA

Northwest from Belgrade, along the Danube’s right bank, is the Fruska Gora National Park. Between the 15th and 18th centuries, as many as 35 sacred buildings were constructed here, of which 15 Orthodox churches survive today. Owing to their cultural and historic significance, these monasteries are under UNESCO protection, and

the mountain is often called Serbian Holy Mountain because of their number. Beside monasteries, especially attractive are artificial lakes, numerous recreational resorts, meadows and glades offering many possibilities for an active holiday. The peaks of Fruska Gora, offering a wonderful view of Backa, Srem, Macva and Sumadija, can be reached from

several directions; coming from Belgrade, travelers usually take the Novi Sad highway, and then take the exit at the village of Beska towards Sremski Karlovci.

leads to Iriski Venac, one of the best lookouts, and other resorts, such as Zmajevac, Hopovo, Krusedol, Popovica, are not far away either.

From there, the road leads you through picturesque vineyards, fruit orchards and forests to the peak and the numerous resorts. From Novi Sad, through Petrovaradin and Sremska Kamenica, the road

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SREMSKI KARLOVCI

For two centuries, Sremski Karlovci was the cultural, political and religious center of the Serbian population in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The Patriarchy Court with the iconostasis painted by Uros Predic, the First Serbian Grammar School, Cathedral Church with paintings by Paja Jovanovic, a Baroque fountain called The Four Lions, and many more important features

date from this period. On the hill overlooking the town is the Peace Chapel, where the Peace Treaty of Karlovci was concluded in 1699 between Austria, Poland and Venice on the one side and Turkey on the other.

yield the best wines, and in addition to this divine drink, many local restaurants offer various freshwater fish specialties.

This calm Vojvodina town, often described as an openair museum, attracts many tourists each year. The fertile vineyards of Fruska Gora

About sixty kilometers north of Belgrade, Sremski Karlovci can be reached by the Novi Sad highway or the local road via Indjija, but the most interesting is a ride on the exhibition train Romantika, which leaves from the

seven kilometers long and offers an amazing view of the widest point on the river Zasavica. A wealth of plant and animal life, traditional ways of life by the river, historical heritage going back to ancient times, and many other things will make a visit to this preserve a unique experience.

been a full member of the Europarc Federation. The preserve spreads through the territories of two municipalities – Bogatic (in Macva) and Sremska Mitrovica (in Srem), and can be reached easily by the highway towards the Croatian border.

ZASAVICA

In the westernmost part of Serbia, east from the river Drina and south from the river Sava, lies Zasavica, a unique nature preserve. Untouched landscapes, authentic folklore and cultural and historical monuments make Zasavica a special tourist resort. A sightseeing boat line goes through the most beautiful part of the preserve; the ride is about

The preserve covers the area of 1825 hectares, and since 2001 Zasavica has

Belgrade railway station on Saturdays. The railway cars date from early 20th century, and tours of several wine cellars and major cultural and historical sites in town are organized for the passengers.

Serbia is a country of rivers, mountains, magnificent lookouts and landscapes of surreal beauty. Owing to the slow industrialization and absence of polluters, many regions of the country have preserved their original condition, untouched nature, fresh air and healthy food. Moreover, numerous springs of thermal and healing water are placing Serbia among richer

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countries in Europe in this regard. There are more than 30 officially registered spas and health centers, most of them known in the Roman era. During the recent years modern wellness and spa centers have been opening ever more often, the tourism offer has expanded and guest numbers have increased. Serbia is rapidly becoming a country worth unveiling, exploring and enjoying.

ZLATIBOR

apartments, privately owned villas and weekend houses provide accommodation for about 10 thousand guests, with open air and indoor swimming pools, sports facilities, walking and running pathways, skiing and ice-skating facilities, night clubs and cafés, as well as a large number of restaurants with domestic and international cuisine at their disposal.

At the slopes of the vast plateau, it is also possible to visit numerous cultural and historic monuments, old villages, natural features and wonderful examples of old architecture and construction. Visitors can ride on the old railway on the neighboring Sargan hill, or visit the authentic 19th century village in Sirogojno. The flora and fauna of Mount Zlatibor

teem with various plant and animal species, and numerous cultural, artistic, sporting, hunting, fishing and other events are organized for the visitors. Mount Zlatibor can be reached by the Ibarska Main Road, via the towns of Cacak and Uzice, in just over three hours.

VRNJACKA BANJA

“The Number One Serbian Spa” was widely known in the Roman era, and nowadays it is one of the most frequented tourist resorts in Serbia. It has seven healing water springs, bordered by the rivers Zapadna Morava to the north and Ibar to the south. With Mountain Goc as a backdrop and its numerous mediaeval monasteries, Vrnjacka Banja has become a

favorite holiday destination. The hotels, privately owned villas and boarding houses can accommodate more than 15 thousand guests, with outdoor and indoor swimming pools, tennis courts and other recreational facilities at hand. Vrnjacka Banja is also embellished with charming parks, pedestrian bridges, wide promenades and numerous café & restaurant

terraces. Within the “Merkur”, a modern wellness centre “Fons Romanus” and an aqua park have recently been established. During the winter, only eight kilometers from the centre of Vrnjacka Banja, four ski tracks with lighting have been set up, making it possible to enjoy the sauna and swimming pool facilities during the day and to go skiing by night.

Vrnjacka Banja is about a 3hour drive from Belgrade, and can be reached by the Ibarska Main Road, via the towns of Gornji Milanovac and Kraljevo; additionally, the Belgrade – Athens rail route is not far away.

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Only 230 kilometers from Belgrade, roughly halfway to the Montenegrin seaside, lies Mount Zlatibor, the tourism capital of Serbia, visited by more than 200 thousand tourists every year. It has exceptionally fresh air, ideal climate conditions, numerous springs of healing water and landscapes of surreal beauty. Numerous local hotels, boarding houses and

PALIC

In the northernmost part of the Backa region, near the town of Subotica and the Horgos border crossing with Hungary, lies the resort of Palic. Palic is said to have been one of the four most frequented posh summer resorts during the Habsburg Empire, the others being Opatija, St. Moritz and Karlovy Vary. Numerous villas, summerhouses and the Grand Park, built in

1840, date back to that time. Palic spreads over an area of around twenty hectares (roughly 50 acres), with tennis courts and other recreational facilities, the Grand Terrace, the Summer Stage, numerous night clubs and cafés and restaurants amongst the lovely looking trees.

cycling path. The lake is ideal for water sports, so there are several yachting and rowing clubs. Fishermen will find that the lake abounds in various species of fish, whereas admirers of animal life can visit the zoo.

back to old times, but are in no way inferior to modern ones in terms of comfort and convenience. The easiest way to reach Palic from Belgrade is by the highway via Novi Sad, and the distance is roughly 170 kilometers.

A favourite spot for nature lovers is Lake Palic, with a 17-kilometer pedestrian and

In addition to the private villas and boarding houses, tourist accommodation is also provided by the enterprise “Elit Palic”, whose hotels date

because of the numerous twists and turns. Excellent climate conditions, a high number of sunny days per year, the average altitude of a thousand meters and the outstanding picturesque scenery offer an ideal setting for a relaxed holiday filled with strolls and mountaineering. At the perimeter of the park, alongside the national border with Bosnia & Herzegovina, runs the river Drina, one of

the most beautiful rivers in the Balkans and the venue for frequent regattas and rafting competitions. The lakes Perucac and Zaovine are perfect for water sports; the abundance of game attracts hunters, and skiers and fans of winter pleasures just love the hillsides and wavy slopes. The park also features many cultural and historic monuments, mediaeval monasteries

and stunning lookouts with views stretching beyond the horizon. Hotels and other accommodation facilities situated in various locations across the mountain do not interfere with the natural harmony. Hotel “Omorika”, the best known and largest one, offers its guests facilities for indoor swimming, bowling, recreation, pocket billiards and a night club in addition to the comfortable rooms.

them. Accommodation can also be arranged in privately owned villas and weekend houses, and the hotels are located in various places. The most popular urban area is Suncani Vrhovi, and the hotels Grand, Putnik and others ensure ideal conditions for rest.

swimming pool and saunas, restaurants and cafés, taverns and night clubs at their disposal.

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TARA NATIONAL PARK This natural wonder is situated in the westernmost part of Serbia, bordered by the river Drina, and spreads over a larger part of the mountain of the same name. To reach the mountain top from Belgrade, visitors should take the Ibarska Main Road via the towns of Cacak and Uzice, or the other road via the towns of Valjevo and Bajina Basta. The latter route is considerably shorter; however, it is usually avoided

KOPAONIK

The greatest skiing centre in Serbia and one of the greatest in the Balkans is situated in the central part of the country, 230 kilometers to the south of Belgrade. The fastest way to get there from the capital is by the Nis highway, if you exit at Krusevac towards Brus and Brzece. The other route is by the Ibarska Main Road via Kraljevo and Josanicka banja. Kopaonik National

Park stretches over an area of more than 11 thousand hectares, and tourists readily visit this resort regardless of the time of year. Nevertheless, the largest number of visitors come during the winter, when skiers from across Europe arrive. Numerous ski tracks, modern ski lifts and cableways, hotels and apartments are built for

The hotels are situated right next to the ski tracks, and the visitors also have an indoor

DJERDAP NATIONAL PARK

One of the most splendid national parks in Europe is situated to the east of Belgrade, along the national border with Romania. It spreads on the right bank of the river Danube, stretching from Golubac to Kladovo, and is one of the rare natural preserves still freely inhabited by bears, lynxes, wolves and other rare beasts. It offers numerous

cultural and historic monuments, many of which date back to ancient times. Its natural features include exuberant flora and fauna, and the Danube, said to be at its most beautiful in this very region. The park covers the area of more than 63 thousand hectares of which 63 percent is forested. Nature lovers and adventurous spirits will

be delighted by the many canyons, ravines, caves and waterfalls, as well as the true works of art that nature had sculpted over the centuries. Accommodation can be arranged at hotels in Donji Milanovac, Golubac, Kladovo and other towns on the right riverbank of the Danube, as well as in private owned weekend and boarding houses. The life, folklore, customs and

tradition of the local people, mysterious as they are to most of people in the rest of Serbia, can best be explored at the numerous cultural and tourism related events, which are organized here throughout the year.

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Throughout the year, Belgrade is the host of numerous cultural, tourism and sports related events. Many of them are international and offer unique entertainment opportunities for Belgrade people and visitors alike.

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The Street of the Open Heart Every year on January 1, the New Year Carnival is organized in Svetogorska Street, with programmes for children and adults. The participants include actors, musicians and other artists, accompanied by Santa Claus and numerous stands where visitors can have hot brandy drinks or vegetable broth to warm their morning.

FEST The International Film Festival usualy takes place in march. The films are shown in the hall of the “Sava” Centre, and the accompanying programme is performed in the Hall of “Dom Sindikata” and the Yugoslav Film Archives Museum. www.fest.org.yu

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Serbian New Year January 13 is the day when people in Serbia celebrate their New Year’s Eve (December 31, according to the old, Julian calendar). Special programmes are arranged in restaurants and pubs on that evening, and the merry atmosphere often spreads into the city streets as well. Retrieving the Epiphany Cross out of the Water On the day of Epiphany, on January 19, the most audacious young men and women enter the freezing water of Lake Savsko and swim towards the cross thrown in the water. This remarkable feat manifests their audacity, valour and stamina, and the entire event is in the spirit of the Orthodox Christian tradition. In recent years, on this day, young men and women also swim in the river Danube, in the vicinity of Zemun Quay.

MARCH Belgrade Festival of Documentary and Short Film The festival is international and competitive in character, the categories being as follows: documentary film, short feature film experimental film and animated film. www.kratkimetar.org.yu International Music Youth Competition Vocal art, composition, instrumental soloists and chamber orchestras, are some of the categories in which young artists from all over the world compete in Belgrade. More information about this competition is available on the web site www.music-competition.co.yu

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Belgrade Marathon Every April, Belgrade is the host to the best marathon runners from all over the world. The course runs along the city streets and boulevards, and the competition always takes place on a Saturday, in the morning hours.

International Chivalry Tournament Every year in June, the parade of “medieval” knights takes place on the plateau of Donji grad (Lower Town) on Kalemegdan (Belgrade Fortress). The visitors have the opportunity to see archery competitions, horse fighting, demonstrations of martial arts, and the atmosphere of old times is also recalled by medieval music played on authentic instruments. www.svibor.co.yu

Beside the top athletes, part of the race is also taken by a large number of Belgrade recreation lovers, who complete the semi-marathon course, or join the five kilometre long race of pleasure. www.bgmarathon.com

MAY Festival of Stuntmen Between Branko’s Bridge and the Business Centre Usce in New Belgrade, visitors to Belgrade have the opportunity to attend an extraordinary spectacle. Members of the Film Stuntmen Association jump off the bridge, throw themselves into fire, drive their cars sideways on two wheels and perform other stunts, which normally can only be seen on film. www.kaskaderi.org.yu

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The City’s Slava (Patron Saint’s Day) On Ascension Day – Spasovdan, forty days after Orthodox Christian Easter, the citizens of Belgrade celebrate their Patron Saint’s Day – Ascension Day. On that day, the Ascension Day Procession takes place in which, besides high church dignitaries and renowned personages from the spheres of culture and public affairs, a large number of Belgrade citizens participate as well. The religious procession starts and finishes at the Ascension Church. As Easter is celebrated on a different date every year, the exact date for celebration of the City’s Patron Saint’s Day also varies, however, it is always celebrated on a Thursday.

Kalemegdan Dusks In the end of June and early July, Kalemegdan is the venue for concerts of popular classical music. Music is performed on the plateau in front of the Cultural Heritage Preservation Institute, and the concerts usually begin late in the afternoon.

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Sopot Film Festival The festival programme comprises a selection of domestic feature films and is organized in the form of a competition. The festival was founded by the Municipality of Sopot, and the promoter is the Sopot Cultural Centre. www.ffs.co.yu BELEF During July and August, the capital city of Serbia hosts the Belgrade Summer Festival. City streets and squares become venues for concerts, theatre plays and various artistic performances, wherein famous foreign names often perform beside the domestic artists. www.belef.org

BITEF Belgrade International Theatre Festival is an international convention of modern plays in domestic and international theatre. It takes place in the halls of Belgrade theatres, in the “Sava” Centre and other venues; it was conceived as a competition and normally lasts for two weeks. The organizer is BITEF Theatre. www.bitef.co.yu

AUGUST

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BEERFEST Lovers of beer and good music have their own holiday in August. On the plateau of Donji grad (Lower Town) on Kalemegdan, more than thirty domestic and foreign brewers exhibit their products, and excellent music, lasting long into the night, contributes to the pleasant atmosphere. www.belgradebeerfest.com Boat Carnival On this day the rivers of Belgrade are crowded with anything that can float – boats, ships, kayaks, yachts, rafts of odd shapes and sizes , water skiers and many other things as well. At the same time, fish stew is cooked on the shore, pork is roasted, musicians entertain the crowd, whilst the fireworks criss-cross the night sky. A carnival to remember.

Belgrade Tango Festival Famous dancing couples from Argentina and other parts of the world organize seminars during the daytime and performances in the evenings. www.belgradetangofestival.com

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OCTOBER BEMUS Belgrade Music Festival is an international event that gathers soloists and orchestras from around the world. The repertoire includes pieces of classical and ethnic music, as well as contemporary musical creations. It takes place in the hall of “Sava” Centre, the hall of the Ilija Milosavljevic Kolarac Foundation and other concert halls. The festival is organized by “Jugokoncert” and usually lasts for two weeks. www.bemus.co.yu Festival of Nitrate Film Yugoslav Film Archives Museum, which is home to one of the largest film archives in the world, organizes the festival every year, at which accomplishments from the earliest stage of the film art are shown. Joy of Europe An international event gathering children from all over Europe. During the seven days together, children present their achievements in the sphere of musical, visual and fine arts creation. The event is held in the Children’s Cultural Centre, “Sava” Centre, Ada Ciganlija and several galleries, and the organizer is the Children’s Cultural Centre of Belgrade. www.joyofeurope.org.yu

October Salon This is a showcase of the most remarkable accomplishments of Serbian creators in the field of fine and applied art and design. It takes place in the Art Pavilion ‘’Cvijeta Zuzoric’’ and the galleries: of ULUS (Association of Fine Artists of Serbia) ‘’Zvono’’, ‘’Artget’’, Faculty of Fine Arts, Education Museum, Belgrade Youth Cultural Centre, Graficki kolektiv Gallery and in Yugoslav Gallery of Works of Art. The organiser is the Belgrade Cultural Centre. www.oktobarskisalon.org

NOVEMBER Auteur Film Festival This international event includes competitive selections of films. The founder and promoter is ‘’Jugoslavija film’’, and its venues are the hall of the Cultural Centre of Belgrade, ART Cinema and the Ethnographic Museum.

DECEMBER Underwater Record Film Festival One of the world’s greatest international festivals with competition features. Its founder and organizer is the Club of Underwater Activities ‘’Beograd’’, and it takes place in the Belgrade Youth Cultural Centre.

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Jazz Festival This is the time when Belgrade jazz music lovers have the opportunity to enjoy themselves in the company of Serbia’s and the world’s most notable jazz musicians. The venue of the festival is the Belgrade Youth Cultural Centre.

Belgrade Book Fair This is an international trade show of publishers. The event is sales oriented, and the opportunity is used to exhibit the editions published in the period between two successive fairs. The visitors are also given a big choice of antiquarian books, and the presentation of the works of one country – the official guest of the fair, is the special programme event. The fair is organized by “Beogradski sajam” (Belgrade Fair), and lasts for one week. www.sajam.co.yu

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BELGRADE QUICK FACTS Population

Belgrade – approx. 2 million Serbia – approx. 8 million

Time Zone

Belgrade is in the Central European Standard time zone CET (GMT+1 hour). The summer daylight saving time is from the end of March to the end of October (GMT+2 hours).

Taxes

An 18% Value Added Tax (VAT) is incorporated into the price of all goods and services sold in Serbia.

The Belgrade climate is moderate continental, with four seasons. The average annual air temperature is 11.9 C. Serbia enjoys all four seasons, with latitude similar to Boston. Spring lasts from late March until May and the temperature varies from 64o F to 75o F (18o C to 24oC). You will probably need a light jacket or sweater for cooler evenings. Summer is from June to September and the temperature varies from 86o F to 104o F (30o C to 40oC) with some humidity. Autumn is from October through November and the temperature varies from 64o F to 75o F (18o C to 24oC) and you will need a sweater or a jacket in the evenings. Winter, from December through March, is relatively cold here, and the temperature varies from 15o F to 50o F (-10o C to -12oC).

CURRENCY

FOOD AND DRINK

CREDIT CARDS

Most hotels and restaurants offer Serbian national cuisine. Continental European restaurants and ethnic restaurants are readily available. Italian food and Adriatic seafood are especially popular.

Serbia’s currency is dinar (RSD) The current exchange rate (as of April 2007): EUR 1.00 = approx. RSD 80.96 USD 1.00 = approx. RSD 59.72

Teller Machines (ATM s) that accept major credit cards are located throughout the city, as are exchange offices. Major credit cards are accepted at almost all restaurants and stores in Belgrade.

The tap water in Belgrade is generally safe to drink. Bottled water is popular and easily available. Serbia is an exporter of high quality mineral waters. Local wines and beers are very good and inexpensive. Imported drinks are also served at most cafes, hotels and restaurants.

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Farmer’s markets and neighborhood grocery stores are everywhere. You will have no trouble finding good, fresh food near your residence.

LANGUAGE AND ALPHABET

In Belgrade, visitors can look forward to trendy new restaurants with upscale and innovative menus. These are a fraction of the cost of other European capitals. One famous downtown vendor even offers a $7 filet mignon to go—24 hours a day. New restaurants that cater to affluent locals and visiting internationals pride themselves on offering high quality dishes .

Transportation around town is most easily conducted by taxi. There are a number of taxi companies available. Most restaurants and hotels can call a reliable company for you when you are ready to leave. You can also telephone any time of day or night for a taxi.

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The official language in Serbia and Montenegro is Serbian. Cyrillic alphabet and Latin alphabet are used both used on road signs and official signage. The Serbian Cyrillic alphabet has 30 letters - one letter for every sound, which makes it quite unique compared to the other alphabets.

For vegetarians, a number of specialty shops throughout Belgrade, offer vegetarian and macrobiotic foods. These popular shops include bulk foods, fresh baked goods and refrigerated section with tofu and other items.

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In restaurants frequented by internationals and in hotels, 15% or more is appropriate, depending on service.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s customary to round up the gratuity fees to the nearest 10% of the bill, which is considered generous.

MEDICAL FACILITIES AND INSURANCE

The physicians in Serbia and Montenegro are highly trained, and most hospitals are rapidly being renovated to Western standards.

Medicines and basic medical supplies are largely obtainable in privately owned pharmacies. Hospitals and out-patient clinics typically work 24 hours a day. Private medical practices are common and emergency medical service is available everywhere 24 hours a day. Pharmacies are opened from 08.00 a.m. to 08.00 p.m. on working days and on Saturdays from 08.00 a.m. to 03.00 p.m. On-duty pharmacies are open on Sundays and throughout the night.

Police: 92 Fire department: 93 Ambulance: 94

Voltage in Serbia is 220 volts, and the frequency is 50 Hz, so you will need a converter and adapter plugs for your 110-volt appliances. The plugs here have two round prongs like those used in Western Europe.

TELEPHONE CALLS

International Direct Dial (IDD) telephone calls can be made from all public phones. To make an international call, dial the International Access Code (99), then the Country code, the Area Code and the Telephone Number. Public telephones are available everywhere and you can buy a telephone card for a maximum of CSD 500 (US$ 8, EUR 6). Country Code for Serbia is (381) and Belgradeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s area code is (11).

MOBILE PHONES

Belgrade has full area coverage by both Serbian mobile operators Telekom Serbia MTS www.mts.telekom.yu Telenor www.telenor.co.yu Both networks are based on GSM 900/1800 standard. You should check with your mobile provider if your phone supports the GSM standard.

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Internet cafes are common in Belgrade. Internet country code is .rs, with former country code .yu being phased out in 2007

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

a. Nationals provided holding all types of passports: Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Belarus, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Holy See (Vatican), Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Israel, Japan, Latvia, Lichtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Romania, San Marino, Seychelles, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Sweden, Tunisia, United States of America.

For more information, please visit the website of the Ministry of Foreigh Affairs of the Republic of Serbia at: www.mfa.gov.yu/Visas/custom.htm

Citizens of the following countries do not need to obtain visas:

b.Nationals provided holding diplomatic, official passports and ordinary passports with indication “on business”: Armenia, Azerbaijan, China, DPR Korea, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Russian Federation, Ukraine.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND HOURS OF WORK

Government offices are open from 9 to 5, Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, they often close early, unofficially, anytime after 12. Most are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Banks are open from 8.30am to 7pm, except Saturdays and Sundays. Businesses working hours are from 8 to 5 but are more flexible. Most retail stores, with the exception of food and restaurants, are closed Sundays.

c.Nationals provided holding diplomatic and official passports: Ecuador, Guinea, Pakistan, Peru, Turkey.

New Year’s Day (A) January 01

d.Nationals provided holding diplomatic passports: Egypt

Serbian Christmas January 7

e.Nationals provided holding ordinary passports: Mexico

Sretenje-National day Wednesday February 15

Foreign nationals visiting Serbia who are required to obtain visas at the diplomatic or consular mission of the Serbia need:

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• Valid Passport; • Letter of invitation (verified by the competent Serbia authority) or an invitation by a company for a business visit or a receipt or authorized tourist company certifying that the travel arrangement has been paid for (letter of credit or other payment receipt); • Return ticket; • Proof of sufficient funds in hard currency and • Certificate that a health fund shall cover the medical costs in Serbia, if any.

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Travelers entering Serbia and Montenegro with more than $2000 in cash are required to declare all currency upon entry and obtain from customs officials a declaration form that must be presented at departure. Failure to comply may result in the confiscation of all funds. In the past, travelers have had unclaimed funds confiscated by customs authorities.

Transit visa applicants are required to obtain the visa for the country they will enter after the transit through Serbia. For up to date information on visa requirements, visit the Consular section of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Serbia website at: www.mfa.gov.yu

Good Friday Friday April 6 Easter Monday Monday April 9 Labor Day Monday May 1 & 2 Holidays based on lunar calendar have been estimated and are subject to change.

SHOPS

Food shops typically open at 06.00 a.m. and work until 09.00 p.m., both weekdays and Saturdays. Sundays they typically operate from 06.00 a.m. to 03.00 p.m. Many stores are open 24 hours a day. Markets are open every day from 06.00 a.m. to 05.00 p.m.

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BELGRADE VISITORS CENTER Belgrade Airport

Central Railway Station

Makedonska 5

Terazije square, Albanija Passage

Tel: +381 11 2097 638 Tel: +381 11 3343-460

Tel: +381 11 361-2732 Tel: +381 11 635-622,

EMBASSIES AND CONSULATES AUSTRIA

FINLAND

MACEDONIA

BELGIUM

FRANCE

NETHERLANDS

Tel: + 381 11 3031 956 Tel: + 381 11 3230 018 BELARUS

Tel: + 381 11 3616 938 BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

Tel: + 381 11 329 1993 BULGARIA

Tel: + 381 11 3613 980 CANADA

www.canada.org.yu Tel: + 381 11 306-3000 CHINA

Tel: + 381 11 3695-057

CROATIA

Tel: + 381 11 3610 535 CYPRUS

Tel: + 381 11 3672 909 CZECH REPUBLIC

Tel: + 381 11 3230 133 DENMARK

Tel: + 381 11 3670 443

Tel: + 381 11 3065-400 Tel: + 381 11 302-3500 www.france.org.yu GERMANY

Tel: + 381 11 3064 300 GREAT BRITAIN

Tel: + 381 11 3284 924 Tel: + 381 11 2023 900 www.nlembassy.org.yu NORWAY

Tel: + 381 11 3670 404 www.norveska.org.yu

Tel: + 381 11 2645-055 www.britishembassy.gov. uk/serbia

POLAND

GREECE

Tel: + 381 11 2662 895

Tel: + 381 11 3226 523 www.greekemb.co.yu HUNGARY

Tel: + 381 11 2440 472 ITALY

Tel: + 381 11 3066 100 www.ambbelgrado.esteri.it

Tel: + 381 11 2065 301 PORTUGAL ROMANIA

Tel: + 381 11 3618-327

SWEDEN

Tel: + 381 11 2069 200 www.swedenabroad. se/belgrade TURKEY

Tel: + 381 11 3332 400 UKRAINE

Tel: + 381 11 3978 987 USA

Tel: + 381 11 3619 344 http://belgrade. usembassy.gov

RUSSIA

SLOVAKIA

Tel: + 381 11 3010 000 SLOVENIA

JAPAN

SWITZERLAND

Tel: + 381 11 301-2800

www.spanija.org.yu Tel: + 381 11 3444 201

Tel: + 381 11 361-1323

ISRAEL

http://belgrade.mfa.gov.il

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International Access to Belgrade

AIR TRANSPORT There are non-stop flights to Belgrade from a number of European cities, and international airlines offer one-stop connecting flights from virtually anywhere in the world. Nikola Tesla Airport is only 18 km from the city center and is one of the safest airports

in the world. The same can be said of the national airline JAT Airways, and the airport at Surcin is used by many international airlines as well.

Distances and flying times to Belgrade Distance (KMs)

Flying Time

Amsterdam

1,760