Serbia has now become the first country in eastern Europe to adopt “EcoDots – Europe Green Travel”, an international green initiative aimed at connecting tourists and the hospitality industry. From hospitality sector professionals to local communities, the initiative promotes sustainable travel across Italy, Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Slovenia and Serbia.
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Serbia’s Golubac Fortress to Get Makeover
This week the Serbian government announced an agreement to renovate the magnificent Golubac Fortress as part of the Danube Strategy in Serbia. According to the report, €6.6 million euro has been earmarked for funding the project.
Coming in July – Serbia’s EXIT Festival 2014
Initiated by students against Serbia’s Milosevic regime back in 2000, the Exit Festival has since become a one of Europe’s most massive music events. EXIT 2014 runs from July 10th thru 13th, bringing the world’s most formidable performers together with a record crowd of fans.
Sebastian Arse and Mariana Montes Headline Belgrade Tango Marathon
Coming up in Belgrade April 9th through April 14th, the Belgrade Tango Meeting is one of the biggest international dance events of its kind. Sponsored by the Institute Tango Natural, this year’s event promises guests and contestants from over 45 countries.
Serbia at ITB Berlin 2014
This year at ITB Berlin the National Tourism Organization of Serbia (NTOS) headed to the international tourism fair to help promote Lifestyle Serbia, a city break initiative by the country’s tourism ministry.
Belgrade Hosts Largest Exhibition of Chinese Art in Eastern Europe
Representing three generations of Chinese artists, the exhibition featuring over 60 artworks by 40 artists, is the result of the collaboration between the Museum of Yugoslav History, the Ministry of Culture of the People’s Republic of China and with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Serbia.
Natalie Cole to perform in Belgrad
Multiple Grammy-winning recording artists Natalie Cole, the daughter of jazz and pop legend Nat King Cole, will perform, for the first time, at Dom Sindikata – Belgrad tomorrow November 5th.
Old Cellars Revive Eastern Serbia Wine Tourism
Negotin Krajina, eastern Serbia, is an oasis of tranquility and purity and on its way to becoming an interesting destination for wine lovers. Located at 250km from Belgrad, Negotin Krajina region forms Serbia´s border with Romania (70km) and Bulgaria (only 13 km).
Serbia Revitalises National Airline, Air Serbia
Great news for the Serbia’s national airline: Air Serbia was officially launched at the end of last week by Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vučić at an exclusivist event, and announced new aircraft, new routes and new partnerships. The company also launched new route connecting its hub at Belgrade’s Nikola Tesla International Airport to Abu Dhabi […]
Serbia Wins Chinese Welcoming Award
The National Tourism Organisation of Serbia was awarded a Chinese marketing destinations award the “Chinese Tourists Welcoming Award” at the COTTM travel fair in Beijing.
Nikola Tesla Airport Sees More Swiss Flights
elgrade’s Nikola Tesla Airport reported having scheduled new flights between Belgrade and Basel, Switzerland. According to the news, Hungarian carrier Wizz Air will start operating three weekly flights.
Yet Another JAT Airways Merger/Rescue Deal
In a move to ensure Serbia has a national air carrier, the government there is proposing making money loser JAT Airways into a debt free and more updated version of itself. Freeing up the beleaguered airline of debt and leasing new EADS Airbuses would guarantee a rejuvenated national airline. At least this is what Serbia’s leaders envision.