HARVARD LAW SCHOOL ASSOCIATION OF EUROPE

Annual Reunion 2017 ,

Program - May 25-28, 2017

OPTIONAL PROGRAM

Thursday, May 25, 2017 - Welcome

Welcome to Belgrade – Drinks & Dinner

Welcome drinks and dinner will be served at Shake and Shake “splav” (splav is a distinctive must-see hall- mark of Belgrade nightlife) on the river with a prime view of Kalemegdan Fortress. A combination of a DJ and an open bar should prepare the guests to explore the vibrant riverfront nightclubs that offers something for everyone, from soul, funk, R&B and techno, to vaguely folk music set to driving house beats. Time: 18:00 – 22:00 Participation fee (Alumni <7 year): EUR 25 Participation fee (Alumni >7 year): EUR 30

Clubbing recommendations on the river: Freestyler, Dragstor Play, Club 94, Hot Mess, Tilt, The Bank, Lasta

For those preferring to spend the dinner in a more private setting, we highly recommend the following res- taurants: Question Mark, Homa, Madera, Three Hats, Comunale, Writers’ Club

Friday, May 26, 2017 – Discover Belgrade

Kalemegdan Fortress (Free bus transportation to the first location will be provided from Hyatt Hotel, leaving at 8:45)

Kalemegdan is Belgrade’s birthplace. Filling much of the promontory where the and Rivers converge, the green sprawl was settled millenniums ago by the Celts and bears traces of many successive peoples and empires. Tour of the grounds will include a visit to the Roman well, 18th-century Austrian clock tower, Ottoman , 19th-century Slavic half-timbered mansion and a military museum surrounded by old tanks and artillery. The tour will also include a surprise guest and a small photoshoot with the Statue of the Victor. Time: 09:00 – 10:30

City Tour

A bus tour for sightseeing will start from Kalemegdan where we will board and set on a tour visiting some of the most important landmarks that Belgrade has to offer. In addition, the tour will thoroughly cover various parts of the city’s history together with an expert tour guide’s narrative. The tour will last around an hour, ending at . Time: 11:00 – 12:00

Lunch on the Beach

Ada Ciganlija is a river island that has artificially been turned into a peninsula most notable for its beaches and recreational facilities which earned it a nickname “Belgrade’s Sea”. Lunch will include a selection of Balkan specialties, including slowly pot-roasted meat and seafood specialties and an open bar with a wide selection of drinks. Time: 12:00 – 14:00

Saint Sava Temple

Following a brief bus ride (ca 25 min) we will arrive at one of the most important historic sites in Belgrade, the Saint Sava Temple. Standing at 82 meters, including the cross on the top of the dome, it is the largest Orthodox temple in the Balkans, built in the Serbo-Byzantine style. The tour will include a visit to the temple’s crypt, and a walk on the surrounding grounds. Time: 14:30 – 15:15

Free Time: 15:15 – 18:45 (Transportation from Saint Sava Temple to Hyatt hotel will be provided)

Participation fee – morning/lunch (Alumni <7 year): EUR 30 Participation fee – morning/lunch (Alumni >7 year): EUR 40

Dinner (Free bus transportation will be provided from Hyatt Hotel, leaving at 18:45)

We will return to Kalemegdan to visit one of the most iconic restaurants, Kalemegdan Terrace, planted in the side of the fortress overlooking Danube and the Belgrade Zoo, where we will get to experience a traditional Serbian welcome. Following the dinner, entertainment will be provided by a live band that should, together with an open bar, get everyone ready for the prime night of clubbing in the city. In addition to an excellent open club on the fortress, we recommend a tour of the gentrified district under the Brankov Bridge, home to numerous cultural centers that turn into clubs at night and a thriving bar scene. For those interested in a more traditional experience, we recommend a visit to the famous Skadarlija district, a bohemian quarter home to a number of Kafanas where wine and sweet brandy flow all night to the tune of the mandolin. Time: 19:00 – 23:00 Dress Code: Smart casual Participation fee (Alumni <7 year): EUR 40 Participation fee (Alumni >7 year): EUR 70

List of performers: Professors Band – warmup for the nightlife

Clubbing recommendations downtown: Mladost & Ludost, Ben Akiba, Tranzit, Berliner, KC Grad, Mixer House, Mr. Stefan Braun, Cetinjska Clubbing District, Skadarlija

OFFICIAL PROGRAM

Saturday, May 27, 2017 – Main Program

Belgrade from the River (Free bus transportation to the first location will be provided from Hyatt Hotel, leaving at 09:15)

To make the morning routine a little more interesting, Day III will begin with a cruise on the Sava and Danube rivers that explore the city from a different perspective. The tour will include light serving, music program and a selection of drinks. Time: 09:30 – 11:30 Dress Code: Smart casual

Academic Session

The Academic Session will be held at the House of the National Assembly, one of the most notable landmarks and the seat of the National Assembly of the Republic of Serbia. The program begins with a tour of the National Assembly (12:00-13:00) that will act as a guide through history, from the Kingdom of Serbia, through the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia all the way to present day. The session will also include a light brunch and a selection of drinks. Following the brunch, Alumni will gather in the plenary hall of the National Assembly for the official academic program (13:00-15:30). This year’s focus will revolve around Food Law and its role in shaping the future of legislation and dialogue around food security on global and local level. As the grand finale, HLSAE alumni will hold the General Assembly (15:30-17:30) and write another page in the history of the house that shaped Serbian and regional politics for almost a century. Time: 12:00 – 17:30

Free Time: 17:30 – 19:30

Gala Dinner (Free bus transportation will be provided from Hyatt Hotel, leaving at 19:30)

The Royal complex with its magnificent views towards the ridge of Dedinje Hill, Koshutnjak Forest, Topchider and Mountain represents the perfect backdrop for the European celebration of 200 years of Harvard Law School. Following a reception from the Royal family and a group photoshoot, the Association will host the awards ceremony. This year’s keynote address will be delivered by the Serbian Prime Minister, Mr. Aleksandar Vučić. The program includes a number of live performances. Time: 20:00 – 01:00 Dress Code: Business casual (black tie optional)

List of performers: Mistik Cello – reception & dinner Balkan Brass Band – intermezzo International folk ensemble "Perla" – main performance Electric Funx – time to hit the floor

Clubbing recommendations: we’ll provide custom recommendations to people based on their experience over the first two nights and individual preferences.

Participation fee (Alumni <7 year): EUR 160 Participation fee (Alumni >7 year): EUR 290

Sunday, May 27, 2017 – Farewell

Farewell brunch will be held at the Top of the Hub restaurant with a 360 degree panorama of the city. With the city as the backdrop, the restaurant will serve as a perfect setting to share closing remarks, exchange im- pressions and bid farewell. Time: 10:30 – 13:30 Participation fee (Alumni <7 year): EUR 20 Participation fee (Alumni >7 year): EUR 30

(Hyatt will provide shuttles for the guests to the Nikola Tesla Airport)

LODGING

HLSAE worked closely with a number of leading hotels in Belgrade to ensure that high-quality and affordable accommodation is available to everyone. The table below summarizes all the special offers available to HLSAE participants in a number of hotels in Belgrade, led by Hyatt Regency as the official partner of the event. Finally, acknowledging that hotels are not everyone’s cup of tea, we’d like to point out that Airbnb prices in Belgrade are exceptionally affordable, averaging $20-25 for a posh flat for two in the city center.

Regular Price Discounted Price Discounted Price Hotel Hotel Rating (single) (single) (double) Hyatt Regency 5 Star € 130 € 78 € 96 Square 9 5 Star € 300 € 179 € 199 88 Rooms 4 Star € 88 € 80 € 90 Radisson Blu Old Mill 4 Star € 80 € 80 € 80 Savoy 4 Star € 90 € 72 € 94 Opera Boutique € 85 € 47 € 57 Belgrade Inn 3 Star € 55 € 54 € 66

About Belgrade

The New York Times – 36 Hours in Belgrade The Washington Post - Belgrade is dirt cheap and emerging as a chic party spot The Telegraph - Why Belgrade is the greatest city you'd never thought to visit Lonely Planet Lonely Planet- Ultimate party cities Creative Light - A day in Belgrade - Motion Time-lapse Lifestyle – Belgrade: An architectural feast Independent - Belgrade travel tips: Where to go and what to see in 48 hours Mirror - Serbia: One of Europe's best-kept tourism secrets? CNN - Hip Belgrade: Resilient capital finds new energy to rebuild once again The Guardian - Insider's guide to Belgrade: endless coffees and partying until infinity

Program Part Belgrade Regular Reduced Official program € 290.0 € 160.0 Thursday program € 30.0 € 25.0 Friday morning/lunch € 40.0 € 30.0 Friday afternoon/evening € 70.0 € 40.0 Sunday program € 30.0 € 20.0 Payment transaction costs € 20.0 € 15.0 Total € 480.0 € 290.0

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