Venue

The conference will be held in the hotel “VRNJAČKE TERME” (www.vrnjacketerme.rs) in Vrnjačka Banja (www.vrnjackabanja.co.rs/en). Vrnjačka Banja is located in central Serbia, about 200 km south of Belgrade. It is very well connected to all parts of Serbia. The influence of the nearby mountains gives the microclimate of Vrnjačka Banja a unique character, making it very pleasant. Situated in a great park full of trees, with particularly charming houses, Vrnjačka Banja is the most celebrated and most popular spa town in Serbia and, at the same time, a very attractive recreation centre. In the vicinity of Vrnjačka Banja there are UNESCO protected medieval buildings, which serve as a reminder of early European civilization. The other nearby landmarks include the first seat of the Serbian Archbishop – the Žiča Monastery and the Sopoćani Monastery, which both date back to the thirteenth century as well as the twelfth century Studenica Monastery; all of them are nestled in the colourful Ibar river valley. Vrnjačka Banja owes its reputation to its therapeutic effects known already to the Roman troops in the second century AD. It was modernized by the Czech Baron Herder in 1835 because Prince Miloš Obrenović wanted it to look like Karlovy Vary. Since then, it has been receiving tourists from southern Europe, who come either to rest or for treatment. With walks organized along the tree-lined paths, Vrnjačka Banja is an ideal place for regeneration and relaxation. Several mineral springs are well- positioned in the park. In the summer, Vrnjačka Banja transforms into one of the greatest cultural centres in Serbia offering literary evenings in a very nice and modern library, classical concerts and the film screenplay festival.

The closest airports to Vrnjačka Banja are Morava airport Kraljevo (40 km), Niš airport (110 km) and Belgrade airport (190 km). There are regular bus lines from these cities to Vrnjačka Banja.

Hotel Vrnjačke Terme, located in Vrnjačka Banja, less than 1 km from the Bridge of Love landmark, offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor pool, private parking, a fitness center, and a shared lounge. This 4-star hotel features a bar and air-conditioned accommodation units with free WiFi and private bathrooms. The wellness center includes an indoor pool, a sauna, and a hot tub, and there is also a terrace available. The accommodation units come with free WiFi and private bathrooms. The wellness center features an indoor pool, a sauna, and a hot tub, with a terrace available.