Jovana & Julius

We’re getting married!

Join us for a few days of celebration and love between August 22nd and 25th in Belgrade, Serbia.

Our Story

Julius and Jovana met at a neighborhood Italian restaurant Julius often passed on his walk home from work. One evening while having dinner at the bar, he noticed an unfamiliar pair of eyes across the room, resting above a black COVID mask. What followed was a herculean effort called “The Unmasking” that required numerous trips back to the bar, suggestive talk, and lots of patience and persistence. Jovana’s smile filled the room and Julius’ heart with joy. He mustered the courage to ask her on a date planned two days before Christmas, during which she gave him COVID and managed to sequester him from the rest of his family for the holidays (smart lady). They spent their first of many Christmases together over chicken soup and bad horror films, which Julius and Jovana enjoyed, respectively.

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EVENTS

  • Thursday Afternoon & Welcome Dinner, August 22nd

    Explore Skadarlija, Belgrade's spirited and cobblestoned bohemian quarter.

    Meet at Velika Skadarlija for dinner, a traditional "Kafana" with live music and local specialties.

  • Friday Morning, August 23rd

    Discover Old Belgrade and tour this walkable part of the city.

  • Friday Afternoon, August 23rd

    Join friends and family aboard a Danube River cruise for lunch, refreshments, and spectacular views of the skyline.

  • Friday Evening, August 23rd

    Dinner for all guests featuring local produce and a selection of fine Serbian wines.

  • The Wedding - Saturday, August 24th at 4pm

    Celebrate with us at the Kalemegdanka Terasa restaurant within the Belgrade Fortress.

  • Sunday Brunch, August 25th

    Serbian tradition mandates kumovski ručak, a proper lunch celebration and send-off for all.

Summer Festive Attire

We’re hoping for a late summer breeze off the Danube and highs in the 70s and low 80s. Wear whatever makes you comfortable—there is no need to sweat this one out. For example, flowing and light summer dresses, short sleeve shirts, and a lack of jackets and ties will go nicely for the occasion.

Travel

Getting There

Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, Beograd, 11180

Air Serbia (in partnership with JetBlue) has a direct flight from JFK in New York City to Belgrade.

Other Airlines, including Delta in partnership with KLM, fly to and from Nikola Tesla Airport.

If you plan on visiting more cities in Europe, Belgrade is a stone's throw to Croatia, Greece, Turkey, Italy, France, and Spain.

Hotels

  • Mama Shelter Hotel (****)

    Kneza Mihaila 54A, Beograd, 11000 / +381 11 3333 000 / belgrade@mamashelter.com

    EUR 98 to 140 (30% Off Code TBA February); Breakfast Included.

    Sounds more like a hostel for unshowered youth, but this Paris hotel group is more akin to W Hotels. Great rooftop bar and lounge overlooking the city. Within the center’s walking-only zone. Large bedroom options for kids and families. The wedding party will stay here and some social gatherings will happen on the roof (you do not need to stay at this hotel to join).

  • Envoy Hotel (****)

    Čika-Ljubina 13, Beograd 11000 / +381 11 4144 646 / info@envoyhotel.rs

    EUR 77 to 115 (30% Off Code TBA February); Breakfast Included.

    This is a nice boutique hotel, centrally located and within the walking-only zone.

  • Museum Hotel (****)

    Čika Ljubina 3-5, Beograd 11000 / +381 11 4022 100 / office@hotelmuseum.rs

    EUR 56 to 90 (30% Off Code TBA February); Breakfast Included.

    This is a centrally located, budget-friendly boutique hotel within the walking-only zone and nearby the Republic Square.

  • Square Nine Hotel (*****)

    Studentski Trg 9, Beograd, 11000 / +381 11 3333 500 / reservations@squarenine.rs

    EUR 440 to 580+

    Belgrade’s most luxurious hotel, centrally located, with designer facilities and a rooftop lounge and bar.

  • Hyatt Regency Belgrade (*****)

    Milentija Popovića 5, Beograd 11070 / +381 11 3011 1234 / belgrade.regency@hyatt.com

    EUR 185 to 200+

    This is a beautiful five-star Hyatt hotel with a full set of amenities and some of the largest rooms in Belgrade. It is the only hotel here that is across the river, so transportation to and from the city center is around 15 minutes by taxi each way.

  • Travel Considerations

    The wedding venue is located in the Belgrade Fortress and Kalemegdan Park, just across the street from the city center’s walking-only district. All of the suggested hotels are close by, with the exception of the Hyatt. Taxis are easy to find for guests who opt for the Hyatt.

    Breakfast is included in the Mama Shelter, Envoy, and Museum hotel rates. Discount codes will be sent to RSVP-confirmed guests in mid-late February.

    Discount codes will likely expire in early June. They do not guarantee reserved rooms—they only offer discounts on available rooms. It’s recommended to book airfare and rooms as soon as possible, or by April-May for the best pricing and availability. Our wedding weekend is during Begrade’s peak travel season.

Réspondez s’il vous plaît

Please RSVP by June 15th, 2024.

(Though we suggest booking airfare and hotel in April-May, if possible.)

You can RSVP here or through the emailed Paperless Post invitation.