FAQs

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Yes, please let us know and we will make sure to accommodate you

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How do I get to Belgrade?

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There are a variety of travel options depending on whether you intend to fly directly to Belgrade or to explore somewhere else prior to the weekend. Direct flights are available from NYC and Chicago through Air Serbia (part of the Etihad rewards program). This is a very easy option if you're coming to Belgrade right from New York or Chicago. For those flying from Saint Louis, there is a flight to Frankfurt that connects to Belgrade on Lufthansa that is a great option. Easy connections typically exist through Frankfurt (Lufthansa), Zurich (Air Swiss), Paris (Air France), or Amsterdam (KLM), but feel free to explore whichever flights work best for your itinerary!

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WHAT CURRENCY DO I NEED IN SERBIA? HOW DO I GET IT?

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Serbia is not part of the EU and has its own currency - the dinar. The best and most affordable way to exchange dollars for dinars is to go to one of the many menjačnica (or currency exchange offices) around the city. It's incredibly common for Serbians to exchange Euros and Dollars for Dinars, so exchange offices are accessible and affordable. You'll see them on almost every block in the city!

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HOW DO I GET IN FROM THE AIRPORT?

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Taxis are readily available at the Belgrade Airport. Prices are regulated through a centralized desk that will give you a voucher with the price of your journey - give this voucher to the first cabbie you see and he’ll take you to your destination for the quoted price. Cab drivers typically don’t accept cards. Also, most of the hotels arrange airport pickup. If you prefer for us to send you a car, please let us know and we will arrange that. If you are staying in Hilton, airport bus stops right across the street.

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HOW DO I GO AROUND THE CITY?

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The city is very walkable and does have plenty of buses and trams. If you choose to take a taxi, we recommend you download the ride hailing apps Yandex Go or Pink Taxi while you’re here (Uber and Lyft don’t operate here). Of course you can also hail a cab in the city if you need, but this is helpful if you’re not so sure where you’re headed.

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WHAT'S THE LANGUAGE SITUATION BELGRADE?

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The primary language in Belgrade is...you guessed it, Serbian! Serbian has slavic roots and is typically written in the Cyrillic alphabet. While you'll hear mainly Serbian, most folks will have no problem speaking/understanding English. That being said, it doesn't hurt to know a few key phrases! - Hvala: Thank you - Molim: Please - Da/ Ne: Yes/ no - Izvini: Excuse me/ sorry. This is multi-purpose as in English and can be used if you bump into someone on the street or to catch a waiter's attention! (I'm told I use this way more frequently than any self-respecting Serbian) - Malo: a little - Mnogo: very, a lot - WC (pronounced vay tsay)/ toalet: Bathroom Greetings / Goodbyes: - Dobro Jutro: Good morning - used for morning greetings - Dobar Dan: Good day - used for greetings throughout the day - Zdravo: general greeting, more casual - Laku noć: Good night

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How can I get a babysitter in Belgrade?

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Please let us know if you need a babysitter during celebrations and we will be happy to arrange a very reliable one.

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Do you have gift registry?

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Your presence is our gift. Instead of gifts, please consider making a donation to your favorite charity.

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Do you have any restaurant recommendations in Belgrade?

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Classic restaurants: If you are looking for iconic place with both national and international cuisine you should visit: • Frans – This is also a go to restaurant for Nevena’s family (https://frans.rs/) • Madera (https://maderarestoran.com/en) Modern Restaurants Around Hilton/Moxy: • Na Cosku – next to Nikola Tesla museum (https://www.nacosku.rs/?lang=en) • Josephine– Great cocktail bar (https://www.josephinebelgrade.com) • Bistro Trandafilovic – currently a swanky place, but it used be an old school kafana –“tavern”. Across the street was Nevena’s grandfather’s office, each time she would come and visit him; he would take her for “cevapcici” in Trandafilovic.(http://www.bistrotrandafilovic.com/) Lively places You can visit the riverbank and enjoy many of the restaurants by the river: • Frida – Mexican restaurant with live band (http://www.cantinadefrida.com/en/home//) • Ambar – Serbian (https://ambarrestaurant.rs/) • Comunale – Italian (https://comunale.rs/en/) • Lafayette –Amazing cabaret show on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays ((https://www.lafayette.rs/en/) Street food • Stepin Vajat – open 24/7, serving Serbian Barbecue – great place to stop by after night out. • Bakery – there are bakery on every corner and are great option for snack on the go. Bakery Trpkovic that is across the street from Hilton is known for best “burek” in Belgrade – typically eaten for breakfast along with drinking yogurt . • Coffee shops – Belgrade has a coffee shop on every corner and they are a great place for some rest and people watching.

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What food should I try?

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You will have a chance to try most of the Serbian national cuisine, however some of Nevena’s favorites that will not show up on the list are: • Tomatoes – Serbia has amazing fresh tomato. Make sure to order a side of tomato salad • Freshly squeezed raspberry juice

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Things to do?

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Besides the places we have shown you, we recommend you go and see: • Nikola Tesla museum (make sure to check when the time of the tour in English). • Kalemegdan or Belgrade Fortress. We are having a cocktail hour at Kalemgdan but, we highly recommend that you spend some time walking around the park, enjoying the fortress, open air museum and best view’s of Belgrade by the monument Pobednik. • Red Star Stadium – locals call it “Maracana”. Red Star’s claim to fame is winning the European Championship in 1991. Anyone in Nevena’s family will be more then happy to give you a tour. It also happens to be right across the street from Nevena’s grade school. • Ada Ciganlija or as the local call it: Sea of Belgrade. Sea of Belgrade is a place with lake beach and a lot of outdoor activities.

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Can I bring a date?

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We will only be able to accommodate people on the invite list.

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Is there a dress code?

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Summer formal.