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Belgrade to Host Sajam Turizma, International Fair of Tourism

2017-02-17 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Sajam Turizma

Belgrade will be busy at the end of February. Sajam Turizma, an international tourism fair with tradition, will coincide with the Catering Equipment Fair – HORECA and the International Wine Fair – BEOWINE, which are both held at the same location. Sajam Turizma itself has been welcoming hospitality pros and their guests since 1978. This […]

Tags: Belgrade, Sajam Turizma, Serbia

Art by Day, Party By Night in Belgrade – Galerija Stab

2016-04-26 by Phil Butler

Galerija Štabby night

For visitors to Belgrade, nights out on the town have never been more artsy and more fun. In the spotlight this month is Galerija Stab, and its Saturday night exhibition openings that remain packed til the morning light.

Tags: Belgrade, Galerija Stab, Serbia attractions, Serbia events

St. Regis Belgrade Slated to Open in 2019

2016-04-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts to Debut in Serbia’s Capital City in 2019 with The St. Regis Belgrade

The St. Regis Iconic Luxury Brand will Move Into Exclusive 40-story Tower as the Crown Jewel of the Highly Anticipated Belgrade Waterfront Development.

Tags: Belgrade, Serbia, St Regis, Starwood Hotels & Resorts

ADAC names Belgrade a bargain

2014-10-03 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Belgrade (© vladimirnenezi & Fotolia)

According to the most recent reports from ADAC, Belgrade tops a list of “most inexpensive” destinations in Europe. According to the new list compiled by the “club”, the Serbian capital costs tourists €41 per day only.

Tags: Belgrade, destinations, Serbia travel, value destinations

Wizz Air Celebrates Belgrade Successes

2012-04-24 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Wizz Air

Low cost airline Wizz Air now celebrates one year of successful flights to Belgrade, Serbia. Since dedicating their Airbus A320 to accomodate the Serb capital, the company has become the second biggest carrier operating from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport.

Tags: air carriers, Belgrade, Belgrade flights, Belgrade tourism, Europe air, Serbia, Serbia flights, Serbia travel, Wizz Air

Belgrade Shows Off Retro Look Next Month

2012-04-04 by Phil Butler

Belgrade, Serbia.

The city of Belgrade, Serbia will open up a retro thematic section of the old city to citizens and tourists next month. The re-creative of 1930’s Belgrade promises to offer a view of this great capital few if anyone living has ever seen.

Tags: 30's Europe, Alexander I, Belgrade, Belgrade history, Europe capitals, history, Serbia, Serbia travel, Serbian tourism, tourist attractions, WWI, Yugoslavia

Charming Smederevo Will Surely Delight

2011-06-06 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Smederevo's famous church of the assumption

There is little dispute that Smederevo in Serbia is an undisputed gem. With a rich history that goes back as far as Roman times and a delightfully pleasant climate all year round, Serbia’s medieval grape and wine capital is a place that’s just full of opportunities. Set on a beautiful plateau, where the great Danube […]

Tags: Belgrade, Church of the Assumption of the Holy Virgin, Danube River, Djuradj Brankovic, Hungarian empire, Karadjordje’s Mulberry Tree, River Jezaya, Serbia, Smederevo, Smederevo Fortress

The Blue Danube – The Queen of Cruises Awaits

2011-04-19 by Aleksandr Shatskih

The Danube is cruised by some of the world's most stylish and comfortable river ships

The River Danube, stretching 1,800 miles, is the only major river in Europe that snakes its way from west to east. Originating from its source in the Black Forests of Germany, passing through eight different countries before streaming into the Black Sea, a cruise on the Danube offers passengers an epic journey through the heart of Europe like no other.

Tags: Ama Waterways, Avalon Waterways, Balkan Mountains, Belgrade, Black Forest, Black Sea, Blue Danube Holidays, Blue Danube Waltz, Bucharest, Budapest, Bulgaria, Carpathians, City of Music, Constanta, Danube, Danube Gorge, Danube Promenade, Danube tower, Danube-Black Sea Canal, Drava River, Iron Gate, Jewel on the Danube, Medieval Castle, Museum of Romanian Folk Art, Nuremberg, Oltenita, Osijek, Peter and Paul Orthodox Church, River Danube, Royal Palace Square, St. Stephen’s Basilica, The Patriarchal Cathedral, Tsarevets Fortress, Veliko Tarnovo, Vienna, Vienna Opera House, Viking River Cruises, Village Museum

The Healing Waters of Saint Petka Chapel

2011-02-07 by Phil Butler

Inside St. Petka Chapel - Belgrade, Serbia

The Saint Petka Chapel is one of Bulgaria’s most treasured religious sites. Its lengthy story, rooted in legend, offering a richness beyond just historical significance. During your stay in Serbia’s capital, be sure and taste of the healing waters of this extraordinary spot.

Tags: Belgrade, Belgrade tourism, Kalemegdan, Saint Petka Chapel, Tourism Serbia, World Federation

Serbian Treasures Including: Katarina Stefanovic

2010-12-16 by Phil Butler

Obedska bara

Argophilia Travel News intends to literally astound its readers with the most breathtaking places, people, and hidden treasures anyone can imagine. In keeping with this our goal, we will showcase the photography so generously contributed to our Eastern European travel endeavor for our readers. This week, the almost unearthly art of Katarina Stefanovi – and Serbia.

Tags: Ada Ciganlija, Balkans photography, Belgrade, Eastern Europe, Katarina Stefanovic, photo art, Serbia, the Balkans, travel, travel photography, travel photos

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Welcome to Heraklion Airport, Where Your Vacation Ends with a Queue

2026-07-09 By Kostas Raptis

Thousands of tourists are currently enjoying the ‘authentic’ Heraklion airport experience, which includes sweating on the pavement and fighting for elbow room inside the terminal.

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2026-07-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Hersonissos Mayor Zacharias Doxastakis presented a comprehensive circular economy strategy at the Pan-Cretan Conference in Heraklion.

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Travel Advisory: Souda–Milos–Piraeus Ferry Departs Earlier Until September 6

2026-07-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Passengers traveling from Souda to Piraeus via Milos should note a temporary schedule change now in effect. From today through September 6, the ferry will depart Souda at 9:30 p.m. (21:30) instead of its usual 10:00 p.m. (22:00) departure. The vessel is scheduled to arrive at the Port of Piraeus at 6:45 a.m. Passengers are […]

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Hotel Manager Arrested After Minor Employee Alleges Assault in Hersonissos

2026-07-09 By Iorgos Pappas

A hotel manager in Hersonissos, Crete, was arrested after a 16-year-old employee reported being physically assaulted, insulted, and threatened at work.

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Crete Mayors Sound the Alarm Over Natura 2000 ‘Black Hole’

2026-07-09 By Iorgos Pappas

The municipalities of Kantanos-Selino and Kissamos warn that Western Crete’s most famous Natura 2000 sites have fallen into a legal vacuum.

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