Giveaway: 2 Business Class Tickets Celebrating Air Serbia’s Launch at New York JFK!

by Gary Leff

Today Air Serbia launches its new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop with an Airbus A330 they’ve named for Serbian inventor Nikola Tesla.

I had to laugh on Tuesday when I was One Mile at a Time giving away business class seats on Air Serbia’s new flight — because I had scheduled to do the exact same thing, coinciding with the route’s launch.

As is common, I received a PR e-mail. They offered a giveaway of a couple of coach tickets. I imagine Lucky received the same. I asked if we could make it business class tickets, and I’d be happy to share those with readers.

Air Serbia is an Etihad partner airline, and they’re great to work with. The Air Serbia Airbus A330 has a lie flat business class. So I was thrilled to be able to share this as a giveaway.

And for those of you with Citi ThankYou Rewards, you can transfer points to Etihad Guest and redeem them for travel on Air Serbia. New York JFK – Belgrade costs 44,970 miles each way in economy or 64,082 miles in business class. Upgrade awards are available as well.

The new 4511 mile, 8 hour 50 minute flight is an opportunity for readers to visit Serbia, which is still off the beaten path for many in the US. And it’s a great place to connect to Eastern Europe and the Mideast.

Service is 5 times weekly, with flight schedules varying by day of week.

Air Serbia’s Business Class — What I’m Giving Away to Readers!

Air Serbia’s long haul business class offers fully flat seating. Seats are in a herringbone configuration similar to Virgin Atlantic’s business class.

Air Serbia’s Lounge at New York JFK

Air Serbia operates out of New York JFK Terminal 4. That’s the same terminal as Etihad, and Air Serbia premium passengers have access to Etihad’s new lounge which is certainly one of the better airport lounges in the United States.

Etihad doesn’t contract their lounge out to any other airlines. So Air Serbia passengers are the first flyers not on Etihad to be able to access this lounge which I wrote about back in March.

The lounge features both a hot and cold buffet, sit down dining from a great menu, and a very nice bar. There are fantastic tarmac views all alongside as well. Arrive early, have a drink and a meal, and you’ll be well-prepared to sleep onboard.

Things to Do in Serbia

I have never been to Serbia, and I admit I’m a bit jealous of the reader that wins the tickets because there’s no better way to go than non-stop in a good business class (and free). I’ve never taken a comped trip of this sort, I always pass them along to readers.

Since I don’t have suggestions of what to do while you’re there, I figured what better advice to get than from Air Serbia itself. So I asked for some suggestions. Here’s what they offered:

  • Ada Ciganlija: Known colloquially as “Belgrade’s Sea” the white pebbled beach is actually a lake made by the Sava River, enjoyed by thousands in the summer who swim and flock to the many surrounding cafes.

  • Belgrade Fortress: One of the world’s oldest strongholds, its location between the Sava and Danube made it a cultural dispute for ages. While invaded more than 100 times, it is currently the largest free attraction of the city.

  • Grab a Rajika: As one of the largest plum exporters in the world, Belgrade is known for its national drink, a fruit brandy known as the Rakija. Take in the thriving nightlife the city is famous for with a sip (or glass).

  • Saint Petka’s Chapel: Situated outside the Kalemegdan fortress, this is one of the smallest and most beautiful churches in the city, originally built in 1867. Several legends surround this chapel, many claiming the spring that runs beneath it contains healing powers.

  • Knez Mihailova: Nestled between Terazije Square and Kalemegdan, this promenade is the central meeting point and epicenter of the city for most Belgradians. It is considered one of the most beautiful and historic pedestrian streets in all of Eastern Europe.

Ric Garrido (of Loyalty Traveler) notes that “the city is known for dance clubs and all-night party boats on the Danube in summer. It is considered one of the hot up and coming nightlife spots of Europe for travelers. And very inexpensive by US standards.”

Air Serbia as a Great Connecting Option

Serving more than 40 destinations, Air Serbia is a great way to get to places like:

  • Athens and Thessaloniki
  • Beirut and Tel Aviv as well as Istanbul and Abu Dhabi
  • Bucharest, Sofia, Warsaw and Prague
  • Kiev, Ukraine and multiple destinations in Russia
  • Cyprus and Malta
  • Dubrovnik, Pula, Split, and Zagreb in Croatia


Copyright: boscorelli / 123RF Stock Photo

Belgrade’s Nikola Tesla Airport terminal 2 allows 30 minute domestic connections — and an online Air Serbia-Air Serbia international connection is permitted with just 45 minutes. It’s an easier connection to make than Frankfurt, Paris Charles de Gaulle, or London Heathrow for sure.

How to Win 2 Business Class Tickets

To enter, let me know in the comments your answer either to:

  1. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

  2. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

Enter by Tuesday, June 28 at Noon Eastern. Each person may enter two times with separate comments answering each of the two questions above. The winner will be selected with the help of Random.org.

Here are the terms and conditions of the free business class tickets:

1. The prize entitles the winner to return Business tickets for travel from New York-JFK to Belgrade vv. The journey must commence and terminate in New York.
2. The tickets are valid only for travel on Air Serbia operated flights and will be booked in Business Class.
3. Tickets must be issued and travel must be completed by 25.March. 2017.
4. The tickets are non-transferable; once the reservation has been made, the names may not subsequently be changed.
5. Whilst every effort will be made to provide the flights on the dates requested, there may be certain flights and/or dates on which no seats can be made available. Regardless of the availability, no seats can be made available during the following blackout periods. 01.07.2016-31.08.2016.
6. The tickets have no monetary value and cannot be exchanged or refunded for cash, cheques or for any other route or destination.
7. The tickets may not be sold – if it is found that the tickets have been sold, the prize will be annulled and the tickets withdrawn and not accepted for travel.
8. Name and flight details cannot be changed after the ticket has been issued.
9. The winner alone is responsible for ensuring that all documentation, authorizations and visas required to complete the journey are obtained in good time before the journey commences. Air Serbia will not accept any liability for cancellation of the journey and any associated costs due to incorrect documentation or unsuccessful visa applications.
10. Any additional arrangements, for example additional flights, car hire, tours and hotel accommodation can be booked through Air Serbia at additional cost to be borne by the winner. These do not form part of the prize.
11. Air Serbia reserves the right to change its schedule and services from time to time. If any such changes should result in cancellation of any flights, Air Serbia will make every effort to offer alternative dates and/or flights.
12. The prize winner agrees to accept these conditions and also to accept the standard Air Serbia conditions of carriage applicable for all tickets.
13. No Etihad Guest Miles can be earned as part of this booking
14. There is no limo access valid for this booking

I would add that by entering this contest you signify your agreement that all contest decisions are final and unappealable, and that you waive any claims or damages or any kind. I’m trying to do a giveaway here please do not make it difficult on me for doing so!

For avoidance of doubt I am not compensated in any way for offering this giveaway. I merely have the opportunity to connect a reader with business class tickets on the new Air Serbia non-stop from New York JFK which seemed like a cool opportunity.

Update: I think there are folks following the heard, seeing people post two answers in a single comment and therefore doing the same themselves. Each comment is a separate entry. So in order to enter twice you need to comment once with an answer to one question and comment again with an answer to the second question – since I’ll be using Random.org to select a winning comment number.

About Gary Leff

Gary Leff is one of the foremost experts in the field of miles, points, and frequent business travel - a topic he has covered since 2002. Co-founder of frequent flyer community InsideFlyer.com, emcee of the Freddie Awards, and named one of the "World's Top Travel Experts" by Conde' Nast Traveler (2010-Present) Gary has been a guest on most major news media, profiled in several top print publications, and published broadly on the topic of consumer loyalty. More About Gary »

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  3. 1. It’s the first time we can fly to Serbia from the USA direct in almost 25 years!!
    2. I can’t wait to learn about the country’s storied history. The Fortress looks amazing!

  5. The best thing about this prize is gonna be the flight experience….the seats and service look very good!

  7. 1) The convenience and opportunity to explore relatively undiscovered eastern Europe destinations.
    2) Learn more about the country’s compelling history.

  10. 2. First order of business would be to meet up with my friend Rebecca for a long overdue drink! She is over there studying.

  13. 1) The best thing about the flight is the fact that it’s non-stop. I hate international transfers.

    2) I would love to visit the Nikola Tesla museum.

  14. The best part of the new Air Serbia’s JFK-Belgrade flight is that more competition is coming into the NYC airline market. More choices, better prices. I would love to take a dinner cruise on the Danube river.

  17. I love that Air Serbia will be flying direct from New York (JFK) – Belgrade (BEG) not only because it widens the demographics of JFK’s different carriers but it also helps reduce passengers travel times when going from America to Eastern Europe!

  19. I’d love to check out the historical sites as I’ve never been to Serbia and Belgrade looks like an awesome city that’s not as commonly traveled.

  24. 2. That plum drink sounds good, but so do all night party boats… that’s what I’d do, and interact with the people there!

  28. I would like to visit Serbia to experience the Serbian culture and hospitality as well as to see the Avala Tower!

  31. 1.What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Ummmm, that it’s NON-STOP….

  32. 2. Great to be able to travel in business without connecting in western Europe.

  33. 2. Visit the historical sites as I never imagined going to Serbia until these giveaways were announced.

  34. Another all aisle access, lie flat business class seat option to Europe and beyond. I think I might have to take a river cruise in Serbia with the tix. Thanks!

  35. 2.What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Seeing all of the historic/ancient sights.

  36. 1. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    All about new redemption options transatlantic!

  37. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    That it is non-stop of course!

  40. 2. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    I love getting to experience nightlife in any place I travel. Will want to tour by day and hit the clubs by night – enjoying the local culture is the goal!

  41. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Use Belgrade as jumping off point to explore the Balkans

  43. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    The best thing about Air Serbia is the business lie flat seat with direct aisle access. the pictures presentation looks fantastic and hope that the experience is the same.

  44. Love the non stop option about Air Serbia’s flight. Serbia is now in my list because of it.

  49. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    I would love to see the belgrade fortress. did some googling and looks stunning. A lot of history there.

  54. 1. New flight path gets me to the perfect destination to meet up with my college friends in eastern europe (serbia, czech, etc.). It’d be a long time coming.

  57. Of course the lay-flat seats and anticipation of Air Serbia’s exceptional in-flight service. However, as a photographer, I would want to venture to the northern city of Subotica for trekking and ‘shooting’ one of the most interesting areas of the country!

    Give me those tickets…..please!

  60. 1. This airline is a new experience and on an interesting route to try.
    2. Check out the historic sites in Serbia I guess.

  63. 1. It’s difficult to limit it to just one “best thing,” but for us it would be the opportunity to experience for the first time an airline that appears to be excellent.

    Oh, and thanks for holding out for Business Class, Gary!

  70. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? Getting the opportunity to explore a new place with a convenient flight on a comfy plane. And then, of course, I’ll use your great points consulting service to find some nice flights around the area to use miles for some additional travel in the area.

  73. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Learn about Tesla, meet interesting and friendly people, eat good food, and see the sights.

  75. 2. I’d spend a few days at the Metropol Palace and then head to Dubrovnik (which has been at the top of my list for too long)

  79. 1. Best part: no more intermediate painful stops to get to Belgrade, a gem in Eastern Europe!
    2. Take in all the historic sights with a lot of walking and shopping

  82. 2. I’d love to just spend days walking around Belgrade, enjoying the architecture and the people.

  84. Globalisation is alive and well! Serbia here we go! Another example of the importance of Open Skies!

  85. Another non-stop from the US to eastern Europe is greatly appreciated! I like to arrive at my destination early in the day!

  87. #1 Access to the Ethiad lounge and ability to fly directly to Serbia from the US!

  91. I would love to visit Serbia, as I prefer the feel of most of eastern Europe to the west. I’ve gone to most countries surrounding Serbia and need to go visit Novak Djokovic’s home country!

  94. Well…since this is an aviation-oriented community…a visit to (and review of?) the aviation museum in Belgrade be included in our itinerary were I “lucky” enough to win this giveaway!

  95. Q: What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    A: A convenient non-stop flight to a beautiful central/SE European city.

  96. The best thing is the operations manager at my company can finally travel nonstop back to visit her family

  97. 1. best thing is a flat bed seat with a new airline
    2. Want to enjoy the nightlife

  98. 1. Nonstop to Belgrade with a very good inflight product
    2. See the Belgrade fortress

  99. I have to say the sleeping configuration looks intriguing; I’d be eager to enjoy that amenity!

  100. Best thing about Air Serbia Business Class: I learned that there is an Air Serbia, and it offers business class!

  102. Q: What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    A: Visit Square Nine Hotel Belgrade.

  104. The Best thing about the flight is the revese herringbone seating. I want to get in on that

  108. Best thing about this route is having a direct flight from the US to where my family lives!

  109. 2. I’ve been wanting to visit Slovinia for a while, so I might combine a Serbia trip with a visit to Ljubljana

  110. Would love to check out the historic sites.
    And am very excited to check out a new J class seat, that I haven’t tried before

  111. What I’d want to do most when visiting Serbia is take my children to spend time with my family.

  114. 1) What’s the best thing about this flight? Another way to get to Dubrovnik, where they shoot Game of Thrones!

  115. 2) What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Photograph all the interesting sights and architecture of course

  116. The best thing about the route is another non-stop to Europe. There’s more of Europe to explore for me.

  121. Thing I like best? Chance to visit a country I’ve never been to…and to brag a bit on FB to make my friends more jealous

  123. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? The lay flat seats.

    What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Eat and drink with the locals.

  131. Best thing are the new lie flat seats and updated service. I’d walk on Knez Mihailova enjoying a new country.

  133. Best thing about the new flight route is that I can use my thank you points to explore Eastern Europe!

  138. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    lie flat seats

  141. Anything that introduces more of Europe and brings more competition to the carriers that run the most traffic between Europe and the United States – Lufthansa, Delta, American, KLM, etc – is a very good thing.

    I like art museums. In Belgrade, I would visit the Museum of Contemporary Art (http://www.msub.org.rs/) and the National Museum of Serbia (http://www.narodnimuzej.rs/en/)! There isn’t a Marriott or a Hilton in Belgrade, but there sure as heck is a Starwood property. The Metropol Palace looks lovely!

  148. #1 – The best thing is it satisfies a need of mine for a non-stop flight from the U.S. to the Balkans.

  149. #2 – I’d actually love to get out of Belgrade and explore the Serbian countryside.

  150. 2. Check out the historical stuff and see how different modern impressions are from TV news in the 90s.

  155. 1. Best thing about this route is that it is the only way to get to Serbia and the rest of Balkans directly from US without a connection.

  156. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? — A nonstop flight to Central/Eastern Europe is a great idea for travelers. Close to Ukraine!

  159. The best thing about the flight is the ability to fly direct to a lesser known city in Europe. Everyone knows someone who has been to Paris or Rome, but who do you know that’s been to Belgrade?

  160. When visiting Serbia I would dive into their local food/drink options, and explore cafes 🙂

  161. The best thing about the non stop flight is not having to worry about delays when using connecting flights! I cannot wait to take advantage of this direct flight. Also it’s a shorter amount of travel. You can get there way faster. 🙂

  162. I’d most like to visit Ada Ciganlija. I’m always down for any sort of beach or water action!

  163. The Best thing about the flight is the lie flat seats to a destination that many don’t frequent to

  165. The best thing about this new flight is the additional connection opportunities to other eastern European cities.

  167. The thing I’d like to do most in Belgrade is try Rajika. I always love trying different drinks from around the world.

  168. I cannot wait to explore the city of Belgrade with my husband. I love to travel and learn different cultures. Trying new foods and drinks!

  170. The best thing about the non-stop jfk-beg flight is air Serbia’s service. I have flown them several times in the last year or so, and have found them to have excellent service on board. They were very helpful with my wife and four month old on board, much kinder than any other us airline (dl, aa, as). Also the a330 is ex-jet airways, looks to be nicely updated. Keeping fingers crossed!

  172. The thing I would like to do most in Serbia is visit the interior, it is a place of rich history, like most of the Balkans. Perhaps a journey south to see one of the famous monasteries (unicef world heritage sites).

  178. 1) Ability to visit a country still somewhat “off the grid” via a non-stop lie-flat flight and 2) experience the local food/drink culture scene.

  185. I’d love to be able to visit Belgrade. Being able to go to lesser known European country would be amazing. The lie flat seats don’t hurt either.
    Thanks for all you do Gary!

  187. Opportunity to visit a new country and experience a new airline’s premium product, and the chance to visit Etihad’s JFK lounge once more!

  188. The best thing about the new service is its NON STOP and you no longer need to change planes to get to Belgrade!

  189. 1) Another option to fly into E. Europe and first to fly into old Yugoslavia countries.

  190. I read that if you visit their banking museum, you can have your face put on a dinar note! As a former finance geek, that sounds really cool. Anyway, that would be a great souvenir to bring home from Belgrade!

  192. The best thing about the non-stop flight could be the lie flat seat, that looks surprisingly wide, or the lounge access.

  193. Being an airlplane/airport geek, I’d love to visit the Aviation Museum in Belgrade.

  194. The best thing about the nonstop Air Serbia flight to Belgrade is the fact that it’s a nonstop route to a unique corner of Europe. Also, it’s just long enough to have a restful sleep in the lie flat bed!

  197. 1. An added option for non-stop to the Balkans, which intrigues me and I’ve never been.

  198. 1. Dat Etihad lounge tho
    2. Want to eat all the cevapcici (sausages). Also would consider a side trip to try to see step in-laws in Macedonia.

  199. The thing I’d like to do most in Serbia is take in the medieval architecture and art at one of the many beautiful monasteries!

  200. The best thing about Air Serbia to Belgrade l think will be the longer flight, deep into Europe, will allow one to enjoy the onboard experience more than flights to western European cities, where the flights can feel “short.”

  202. Lie flat seats for sure! I would love to learn about the culture when visiting Serbia as I am not super familiar

  203. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Access to a non-stop flight with a great business class, Lie Flat for the win, to arrive refreshed and ready to go in one of the most under rated areas of the world for tourism.

  204. I generally want to check out that area–haven’t been any further in Eastern Europe than Prague!

  205. 2. I think Serbia would be a great central point to explore the area. From Serbia to Croatia, Bosnia, Albania, Slovenia…there’s a ton there that I want to see. I’d make a few weeks out of it.

  206. Great to hear now it is much easier to that part of the world instead of transit at LHR.
    Just return from a 15 days trip in Croatia. Did not have enough time to go to Belgrade so this would be a good opportunity to go.

  207. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Check out all the history, eat like a local, connect over to Croatia for some beach time. Relax.

  209. Best thing about the flight is probably that Etihad lounge access although the seats look very nice as well. As far as Serbia, I think anything off the beaten path but still in Europe sounds fantastic. As a coffee buff, I’d also like to see the status of the cafe scene.

  210. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new flight is that consumers now have an opportunity to get to a hub that would probably have been at least one hop on an American carrier.

  211. The best thing about the direct JFK-Serbia flight is that it offers a direct flight into the heart of former Yugoslavia which is an area I was looking to visit within the next two years.

  212. 2. Belgrade can be a central starting point to explore the Eastern Europe countries that only recent years starting the tourism push. Should be fairly easy to explore the region by car once you get to Belgrade.

  216. Best part of the flight is definitely the opportunity to reach a new part of Europe without multiple connecting flights. And doing so in Business Class means I can arrive refreshed, relaxed, and ready to see the sites

  217. 1. Cool looking lie flat business class seats
    2. The food! Always have to experience the different food in a new place.

  220. The best thing about this new nonstop flight is getting to use the Etihad lounge at JFK.

  224. When I visit Serbia I most want to experience the culture, meet the people, and eat all the delicious food I can

  225. 2. I would like to spend a few days in Belgrade and then visit Croatia, Bosnia and Slovenia.

  226. the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is the easy connection to a previously hard to get to area of Eastern Europe that many Americans have never visited.

  231. The best part about a non-stop is that Air Serbia has opened up a whole new travel option (without connections) that wasn’t previously available to residents in the US. What a great way to see a destination many people haven’t seen.

  232. 2. visit towns in Serbia south of Belgrade to enjoy local, less expensive cafes, culture and sightseeing

  233. This flight provides access and exposure to a country that most Americans are not familiar with. It seems like a great place to visit.

  234. the legacy of JAT Jugoslovenski Aero Transport is reborn in Air Serbia! i flew them in the 80s thru Cleveland.

  235. I think the fortress would be so cool to see! I love history and it sounds and looks absolutely gorgeous!

  236. I am happy you guys finally opened up direct flight from New York to Belgrade Serbia is a beautiful place to visit people are friendly the food is delicious I wish air Serbia success

  240. I want to visit the old battlefields and other historical sites around there

  241. Best thing about the new flight is a new and faster way to fly nonstop in luxury and comfort to Serbia and the Baltics- and area that is definitely on my radar

  242. Best part is the direct flight to the Eastern Europe which is on my list of places to visit.

  243. What I want to do most in Serbia is see how it has changed in 30 years. I was in Belgrade back when it was part of Yugoslavia and it was a fascinating place even back then but I would love to see how the formation of the new nation, new directions and new freedoms have changed things.

  247. I want to interview those few survivors of the Holocaust left and record this history. As one who earned his Ph.D. from Columbia University, I want to use every tool to record the much overlooked history of the Nazi’s and those who stood up in Serbia.

  250. Best thing about the flight – can’t go wrong with a premium lie–flat product and a direct route to a lesser-traveled region of Europe.

  254. I love Eastern European history. I would have liked to go to Belgrade in 1992, when I was on my year abroad, but that wasn’t a good time.

  255. The best part of the new flights would be staying comfy in the lie flat seats with non-stop excellent service.

    The 1st thing I’d want to see would be Belgrade Fortress! ♥️

  257. 1. Nice new aircraft with good looking, comfortable seats
    2. Would love to explore a new city in Eastern Europe

  259. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    The non-stop part!! Otherwise, you have to connect somewhere else in Europe.

  262. The best part about the flight would be the spectacular service from JFK, including the lie-flat seats & anticipation of landing in such a beautiful city.

  263. Best thing about non-stop to Serbia? It’s a non-stop! No need to transfer in Frankfurt or Vienna.

  264. To be able to sleep on a flat comfortable bed on the flight to Serbia is the best thing

  266. The first thing I’d want to see would be Belgrade Fortress! I love history!

  268. I want to visit Serbia to experience all the culture and beauty of the country and enjoy all the interesting food.

  269. 1. The best thing about it is that I can finally get a direct flight to Belgrade. I’ve always wanted to visit, but it seems so off the beaten path. No longer!

  272. 2) Looking forward to visiting the Belgrade Fortress:. It is free. Can’t beat that!!!

  273. 2. I really want to check out the nightclub scene in Belgrade. That’s what I’m most excited about.

  274. 2. Definitely Belgrade Fortress because I love old historic buildings, I just recently visited the Tower of London.

  276. I think the most welcome news here is lie-flat service to Belgrade. Get your sleep on the plane on the way there so you can indulge in all the City has to offer – including the world famous nightlife!

  281. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    That I can fly directly to Serbia! A beautiful place I would love to visit.

  283. I would just want to explore, walk around the streets and see what adventures I can experience and new people I could meet!

  285. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Being able to fly to Belgrade without making a connection.

  287. Being a history buff I would love the chance to visit the gates, fortress, and churches of the historic city!

  288. Lie flat seats would be lovely, no wasting a day catching up on sleep once I get there.

  293. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Visit some of Belgrade’s great museums, including the Tesla Museum and the Belgrade Military Museum. I was in Belgrade last July on a tour, but unfortunately was there on a Monday, when most of the museums are closed.

  295. 2. A chance to visit a somewhat under the radar capital before it’s truly discovered.

  296. I think that the JFK to Belgrade flight would be a fantastic connection to Greece. Having a chance to get there on what looks like style is a fantastic opportunity.

  297. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is the comfortable lie-flat seating on a long flight to Eastern Europe.

  302. Best thing about the new JFK-Belgrade route is not having to make a connection in Europe.

  306. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is that it’s longer than most flights from the east coast to Europe, meaning that you have more time to sleep and gain the benefits of business class.

  307. The best part of the new flights would be flying on a plane with lie flat seats along with excellent service.

  309. The thing I would most want to do when visiting Serbia is wander around and take photographs of a place before its spoiled by tons of American tourists invading.

  314. 1. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? Probably the best business class seat for a flight between the US and the Balkans!

  316. I want to check out the Tower of Skulls because it’s called the Tower of Skulls

  317. the best thing about the new route is that no domestic US carriers fly to belgrade.

  318. For a scientist and a physicist, who greatly admires Tesla and works with a technology — MRI — that Tesla’s pioneering discoveries in electricity and magnetism so influenced that the strength of MRI magnets is measured in a unit called ‘Tesla’ (most MRI magnets in hospitals around the world operate at 1.5 Tesla or 3 Tesla), it is a no-brainer: while in Belgrade, I will visit every museum, street, house, school, etc, associated with Nikola Tesla!

  319. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Visit Belgrade Fortress and the baroque town of Sremski Karlovci

  322. I’d like to just sit and enjoy the people watching on Knez Mihailova while enjoying a drink.

  324. Best thing about the new route: Looks like a very nice product, and a very convenient way to visit the Balkans

  325. What I’d want to do when visiting Serbia: Explore-I love visiting new places and experiencing the culture.

    Oh, and eat. So much good food.

  327. Would love to fly horizontally across the pond to Serbia – an underdog (but positively reviewed – at least from what I’ve read) airline.

  330. To take in the sights, sounds, and smells of such a storied country as Serbia. And while we’re at it, to visit the Tesla Museum. 🙂

  335. 1. A nonstop US-Serbia flight with a solid hard product is exciting! Much better than business on a BA 747 and Club Europe connection

  336. 2. I’d love to see just how obsessed serbians are with Novak Djokovic 😛

  337. We would explore some of the sites that Air Serbia recommended, and perhaps do some kayaking since that seems to be a highlight on Tripadvisor.

  338. The business class seats look amazing, and I’d love to be able to experience the Etihad lounge at JFK. I’m also excited about using Serbia as a launch pad for travel to Croatia!

  339. I would like to experience the lounge at JFK and the their lie flat seats during the flight.

  340. Now that Etihad Guest is a Amex Membership Rewards partner, Air Serbia’s new route gives us all another redemption option for business class across the pond!

  342. 2. Would love to try the local varieties of Ćevapi if I get to go to Serbia 🙂

  343. Pity you are not giving tickets the other way!

    (I am in Belgrade, though I will probably be going to China to teach from September on; meanwhile only 1 or maybe 2 shorthaul RT flights in Europe.

    Wouldn`t mind a couple of days to New York so I wish you were giving flights the other way; though, of course, it would have been better to have gooten them for the offical awarding of the prize I won two weeks ago, but they had only told me I was shortlisted and I didn`t want to fly just on a chance of MAYBE winning; had I known I had won for sure, I would have flown, of course.)

    Anyway, whoever gets the tickets, enjoy the trip.

    BTW, Gary, when will you be giving tickets for BEG-MFM, BEG-HKG or BEG-PVG?

    Ah, heck, I’ll even take BEG-PEK and BEG-CAN too. LOL

  344. My favorite part about the flight is the lie flat business class. I’ve only flown coach!

  346. I would like to experience the Etihad lounge at JFK and then sleep on those lie flat seats during the flight.

  348. It would be marvelous to sip Plum Brandy while boating down the Danube on the way to Knez Mihailova!

  349. The best thing about the flight is that it would get me directly to the Balkans, without having to stop somewhere in between. I love that part of the world and I want to explore it more. Cutting out layovers on the way over and back would make it so much easier to visit more places while I’m there!

  353. As for what I want to do when I visit Serbia, there are so many things, but I think sampling Belgrade’s cafe culture would be way up there!

  354. (1) Best thing about the new route is no connections! Get to Serbia less jet-lagged 🙂

  357. I would like to experience the ambiance of Air Serbia and hit some balls with Djoker upon arrival.

  360. What I want to do most is visit the castles in Serbia. Secondly have some pljeskavica and rakija.

  361. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new route is the lie-flat seats – those things look swanky!

  363. 1) Always nice to see an addition to the mix when spotting at JFK

    2) Tesla Museum, before using Belgrade as a launching point to Dubrovnik.

  366. I’d like to visit Serbia, feels like it’s a true Eastern European country. Hungary and Czech Republic has become too mainstream–would be nice to see how authentic Eastern European lifestyle is.

  367. Best thing about the nonstop flight from JFK to Belgrade is I don’t have to stopover in CDG/AUH/FRA/LHR/etc. to go to Serbia. I can just take 1 flight and 1 flight only! So excited!

  368. Best thing is a new airline into New York means more competition which in theory should be better for customers. A non-stop flight makes Serbia more accessible.

  370. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is the fact that it features herringbone seats in business class, which are one of my favorite business class seats out there.

  371. The best thing about the nonstop is getting to experience a new airline more easily from here.

  373. The best thing has to be their new product! A pretty decent seat and an A330. Beats well over 50% of current transatlantic J class products!
    In Serbia, I’ve absolutely always wanted to visit Belgrade!

  378. The joy of flying Air Serbia would be the first step for the two free tickets. What a wonderful way to travel. The area looks like a private cabin.

  379. The people and culture of Serbia would be great to experience. It would be a new place for us to travel. We just got back from Cuba and Serbia sounds like a great place to see our world first hand.

  381. I am excited for this new route because it means Chicago-Belgrade flights on AirSerbia are on the horizon!

  383. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new JFK-Beograd service? It’s non-stop. Etihad lounge access in Business is a big plus.

  384. For question 2: experience the culture of Serbia, it’s great architecture and natural landscapes!

  386. What I would do in Serbia is visit the family property that I recently learned of, inviting the long-lost cousin whose genealogical research unearthed its existence.

  391. IMO, the best part about JFK-BEG is that it gives you an excuse to see eastern Europe easily! Balkans are an intriguing part of Europe.

  398. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? The added celebration of Serbian inventor Nikola Tesla!

  400. Best thing about this flight is having a new option to fly a carrier with great service out of JFK.

  401. Q1) Best thing is the non-stop service with no need for connection some place in Europe.

  406. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? See the sea! “Belgrade’s Sea” sounds amazing!

  408. to see what the fuss is about and check out the new Air Serbia soft product–long haul!

  410. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Access to Ethiad’s lounge without having to fly on Ethiad

  413. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    A sunset cruise along the Danube River

  416. The best thing about the nonstop flight is getting to Serbia and not having to transfer in another country. I have wanted to go to Serbia for a few years.

  417. “What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?”

    The best thing is a non-stop route to PARTYING!!

  418. I have always dreamed about visiting Serbia and the fact that the winner can do it in Business Class, is like cherry on top 🙂 What an awesome giveaway.

  419. The best feature of the new service is a unique routing and an apparent effort to provide an enjoyable in flight experience.

  420. “What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?”

    Eat cevapi and gibanica 🙂

  421. After being relaxed on a non-stop direct flight to Belgrade, I’d like to explore the best eating spots and go partying on the cruise on Danube, ofcourse also being a tennis player, it’d be awesome to see more of where Djokovic grew up and perhaps hit some tennis balls on the same courts where he did. Truly hoping I’d win this!

  422. I’d like to visit Belgrade and view the city from the hilltop Avala Monument and Avala Tower.

  429. Q: What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    A: The opportunity to visit an very special corner of EUrope without having to change planes somewhere else.

    Q: What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    A: Meet locals, learn about their lifestyle and culture…and food of course!

  431. Q: What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    A: The opportunity to visit an very special corner of EUrope without having to change planes somewhere else.

    Q: What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    A: Meet locals, learn about their lifestyle and culture…and food of course!

  432. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    That it allowed you to offer free business class tickets to a destination I’ve never visited and expands connections to Eastern Europe….

  433. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Tour somewhere new and off the beaten path.

  434. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    I want to visit the Belgrade Fortress.

  437. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    That it is another direct connection to Eastern Europe and beyond….

  440. 1. The best thing about the flight is the chance for my wife and me to fly non-stop to Serbia in lie-flat comfort.

  441. 2. When visiting Serbia, the thing I most want to do is see how the society has recovered from the fighting of the 1990s, particularly since I went to Belgrade for work about a decade ago but could see practically nothing because it was in the depths of a very cold winter and because I was so busy with meetings.

  442. Best thing about Air Serbia’s new direct flight is that it connects a large population of Serbian Americans with their homeland!

  443. I’m interested in military history, so I’d like to visit the Belgrade Fortress.

  444. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    Great departure time 7:30 on a Non-Stop Flight

    What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Local Cuisine

  447. I would say that the best thing about the new Air Serbia flight is the ability to fly to that part of the world nonstop. Eastern Orthodox Christianity is not a faith that most Americans are familiar with, and the churches there would be amazing to visit.

  448. I’m really interested in seeing the churches and castles there, as well as getting to enjoy the food.

  452. 1. Best thing – a true business class offering for a non-stop flight to the southern part of eastern Europe.

  453. 2. Most want to do – explore the culture through the food. Always amazing to engage locals to talk about, and share, food. You can learn so very much.

  455. Best thing about new service: Another great option to fly to Europe and see parts of Serbia and Eastern Europe

  456. Best thing about new service: Great stopping point or hopping point to parts of the Eastern Europe

  457. Top Thing to See/Do: Stroll the old streets and mix with the people. Love to experience new cultures.

  461. I’d visit: Belgrade Fortress: One of the world’s oldest strongholds, its location between the Sava and Danube made it a cultural dispute for ages. While invaded more than 100 times, it is currently the largest free attraction of the city.

  462. another nonstop flight that offers more connecting options from my home airport is always welcome!

  464. I adore lay flat seats, and my boyfriend has never tried them! What better way than to take our first international trip together and snooze en route? VIP all the way – we would die.

    And Serbia? We would be in heaven with all of the food! Plums are one of my favorites and I know my guy – he will hunt down every fantastic meal adventure for us to try!

  467. Sorry for herd-ing it up, here is comment 2!

    And Serbia? We would be in heaven with all of the food! Plums are one of my favorites and I know my guy – he will hunt down every fantastic meal adventure for us to try!

  469. Why is this As someone always looking for ways to travel to the teams I work with in the Balkans from US no options to Sofia or Skopje.

  471. 1. The business class seats look comfortable, Belgrade sounds fascinating, and you get to try out the Etihad Lounge. What’s not to like?

  473. the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is their angles seats. I’m fascinated to try it!

  480. I’d love to explore some of the more off the beaten path cities in Serbia, and see the Danube for the first time.

  483. Last time I was in Belgrade my wife saw it – but I had an eye problem that needed immediate tending to so I spent most of my time in the excellent Sveti Vid eye hospital. We really want to return and see much more of Beograd / Belgrade than I did, and spend more time in Serbia.

  488. Best thing about the flight is the opportunity to visit the lounge at JFK.

  493. 1. it means serbia is moving up in this world which is great to hear, because….(see my number 2)

  494. 2. i cycled for 6 years around the world and i loved serbia. but. when i was there, it was certainly struggling. so this is great news!

    thanks,
    rmh

  495. 1. The best thing about the new non-stop flight is greater direct access to the Balkans from the NYC area.

  498. I am a HUGE fan of direct routings, so this flight is a huge nudge for me to finally make it to the Balkans since I am NYC based!

  499. I love charmingly quaint urban spaces, so Knez Mihailova sounds right up my alley! Would love to explore it!

  502. Best thing about new service: Another great option to fly to Europe and to be able to visit Serbia and other parts of Eastern Europe.

  504. Best thing about new service: Great starting point to explore Eastern Europe.

  505. Thing to see/do: I’m really interested in seeing the castles and fortresses there, as well as getting to enjoy the food.

  506. Having another option to Eastern Europe from jfk is great for those of us living near New York!

  507. I would be interested in visiting the cities for their history, and get to mingle with the people!

  508. Best thing would be just being able to try another airline besides the usual suspects.

  509. What would I do in Serbia? Hmm. I’ve been to Bosnia, thanks to the US Army, and it’s probably similar. Think I would like to have a beer somewhere along the Sava River…..

  511. The best thing about the flight might be the Etihad lounge. Known excellent quality!

  514. Best thing about Air Serbia, is the new Lie Flat Business Class seat from New York to great parts of Eastern Europe and Belgrade. Also being able to use the Etihad Lounge in New York!
    My partner and I would love to visit the Fortress in Belgrade which is situated between Sava and Danube for my 50th birthday and make Belgrade our honeymoon destination because we never had a real honeymoon!
    We also would love to learn about Serbian Heritage and culture and try the spectacular Serbian food.

  515. 2. Eating ajvar and downing one (or more) rakija to the strains of frenetic Serbian music at the Ada Ciganlija.

  516. Best thing about the flight is top quality business class seats. Nothing like a good night sleep heading over to Europe to hit the ground running.

  517. On top of my list is visiting the historical sites and trying out the local cuisine.

  519. Since I live in NYC, the best thing about the new flight is definitely the “non-stop” part.

  525. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Free business class seats to a new destination

  527. The best thing(s) about the flight are the lie-flat seats and the access to the Etihad lounge!

  528. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Get outside the city to see the countryside.

  529. I love to eat so I would love to visit Belgrade to eat some unusual delicious Serbian food.

  535. Best thing about the service is that it is direct/non-stop! What I would look forward to most in visiting Belgrade is the Serbian food!

  536. 1. best thing? A non stop route from a central US hub that puts you in the center of everything!

  537. 2. What would I do? Certainly sip on some brandy and visit some of their beautiful cinemas!

  538. The best thing about the new Air Serbia flight is the lie flat business seats and access to Eastern Europe. It is a great area to visit.

  539. The best thing about the new flight is a plane reminding the world of where the word “Tesla” comes from.

  540. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new JFK to Belgrade non-stop flight is the elite level service I know customers will be provided and the opportunity to relax in luxury with a fully-flat seats in business class that will allow me and my fiancee to snooze en route to the White City.

  545. There are so many amazingly wonderful things to see in Serbia, so it’s difficult to pick just one. I’d love to see the House of Flowers, Devil’s Town, Drvengrad (from Life is a Miracle), but if I could only do ONE thing in all of Serbia I would want to eat, drink, and party like a local in Belgrade and experience the country and city’s unique culture and lifestyle.

  546. 1. The best thing about Air Serbia’s nonstop Belgrade – JFK flights are the convenient departure times

  547. The hard product looks fantastic and seems to propose a great value! and as always, the more flight options, the better anywhere you go 🙂

  548. 2. The most thing I want to do while in Serbia is such a hard choice because there is so much to do, but the top of the list would be to experience the nightlife.

  551. Explore everywhere across the country (especially the rural side and older settlements)

  552. i think the best thing is that now we can fly direct out of NY to follow my husbands family heritage

  553. I would love to visit Belgrade to explore the culture of the city by day and in the evening, experience the local nightclubs with my boyfriend – we are both very into EDM!

  554. It looks like high-quality accommodations for a long flight, even has fully reclining seats!

  561. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new flight is that it provides a wonderful opportunity to visit Serbia! Thanks for the giveaway!

  572. Besides Belgrade, when in Serbia, I would visit the town of Novi Sad, just an hour drive north. Beautiful achitecture and Petrovaradin fortress

  574. Would love to see why Serbia has to offer as a country. I read about Serbia a being a very ancient country.

  577. The best thing about Air Serbia starting a service ex-JFK is providing an opportunity for US folk to try places that are off the beaten path.

  579. 1. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Their great new, sleek business class product!

  580. 2. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    Visiting a new and intriguing, albeit up and coming European destination.

  581. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight, is being able to relax on the plane and not have to worry about having to connect elsewhere in Europe to reach Belgrade.

  583. 1) Direct flights are always better… Who likes having an extra layover if you can’t expire the location.

  584. Best thing is not having to sit around on a layover waiting for a connecting flight to Belgrade.

  586. 2) Revisiting Eastern Europe. I haven’t been in almost 10 years, and knocking another country off my list of visiting them all.

  591. The best part is being able to easily access Eastern Europe and the party capital of the region.

  593. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Access to the Etihad lounge

  595. It would be great to take my mom to Belgrade, absorb culture and experience the dinning

  597. BEST part about Air Serbia’s NEW JFK – Belgrade non-stop is the speed of arrival. Thank you!!

  598. I have heard great things about Belgrade and the people and can’t wait to experience both!

  601. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Access to Etihad lounge at JFK

  602. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Stay at St. Regis Belgrade when it finally opens

  603. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Accessibility to other Eastern European locations.

  604. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Rent a car and travel to my ancestors’ homeland in Hungary and Slovakia

  605. I would love to go to Saravia to visit a friend who I haven’t seen for almost 10 years and experience the Serbian culture

  606. The best thing about Air Serbia is that they provide a non-atop flight to Belgrade 5 times a week and their partnership with other first class airlines

  607. The best thing for me about this flight is easy connections to Ukraine and Russia!

  608. The best thing I like about the new non-stop between JFK and BEG is that there are great connection options to eastern europe and the middle east.

  610. Non-stop service is just awesome and less painful.
    I’d love to visit as my graduation gift the countryside, enjoy the cuisine and photograph the architecture.
    Thanks for the opportunity!
    Cheers

  611. What do you want to do most when visiting Serbia? Interact with people and learn of their culture, their hopes and to witness their interactions with others.

  612. The best thing about the new flight route would be finally going to Europe. Serbia is a good place to start, so much history.

  613. I would visit take a little cruise down the Danube while playing the Blue Danube on my iPod.

  614. Oh, I would travel to back to my second home to be with the live of my life . Being there in person is souch better than hours on Skype!

  615. The best thing? A bucket list “off the beaten path” country I can now visit easily NOT as part of the military….

  620. The best thing I like about the new non-stop between JFK and BEG is that there are great connection options.

  621. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Interact with people, perhaps through an Airbnb. Had a great time exploring neighboring Bosnia last summer with no preconceptions and would love to have a similar experience in Serbia.

  625. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    The fact it’s a lie-flat seat! YES!!!!!!!!!!! 🙂

  627. The best aspect of Air Serbia’s new flight is having a new flight option to access the Balkans.

  628. The best thing about this new flight are the connection opportunities – especially Greece!

  633. The lie-flat seat looks really great and I would love to experience it on Air Serbia’s new JFK flight.

  635. Who wouldn’t love a free business class flight to Serbia? I’d use the opportunity to take a road trip…

  637. 1.What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Easy access to one of the most beautiful places in the world.

  638. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Explore the amazing land.

  639. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Exactly what you stated in the question – it is NON-STOP.

  640. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Enjoy the culture and architecture.

  641. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    It is NON-STOP.

  642. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Have the pleasure of experiencing some culture and architecture I have not been able to visit before.

  644. When visiting Serbia, I want to see if their wineries have improved at all by trying all the wines.

  645. Dober dan! I speak a tiny little bit of Serbian and I would love to practice it with my wife… furthermore this would be a great way to visit NYC!

  646. Having flown Air Serbia Domestic flights within Europe, the best thing about the Nonstop Flight will be the incredible service provided onboard by the crew.

  647. I look forward to Visiting my in-laws and can’t wait to see the completed Belgrade Waterfront Project.

  651. I am receiving all the contest comments and I do not want to receive all of them. I just want your comments. I have over 300 comments and need to get off the contest comments list

  652. It would be great to explore the beauty of Eastern Europe after having gone to Western Europe several times.

  653. Best thing about Air Serbia’s flights…..Herringbone seating in J! So private and spacious

  655. What’s the best thing about the JFK-Belgrade flight?

    5 Flights a week, so you can fly when you want.

  656. What I would most look forward to doing in Serbia?

    I want to visit the Belgrade fortress.

  661. Last I saw BEG, Tito was still running the place! Nice to avoid all the Euro-hubs AND the pathetic intra-Euro “biz” class.

    Thanks for the chance at good swag, Gary.

  670. I’d love to travel the country if I went to Serbia – drive around, explore new places, try all the local cuisine….

  677. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? If you are traveling from a non-hub city, one hop service to anywhere in Europe, especially central Europe is fantastic!

  678. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is that it looks so comfy.

  681. I want to visit family there that I have never met. They are distant relatives that my grandfather knew well but I never got to meet before he passed so I’d love to finally see them.

  682. The best thing about Air Serbia seems to be their lie-flat seats which would be great for a long flight.

  683. It is great to have a non-stop flight out of JFK to Eastern Europe so we don’t have any other layovers or have to use a budget airline.

  686. I recently flew JU all the way from TXL via BEG – AUH – BKK, all marketed by JU, it was in Y but still it was great!
    Exit rows free of charge for AB G and AZ Gold even for op by EY!
    And the lounge in BEG is AMAZING!!! Its not big but its still very good, I actually prefer it over the TK IST lounge cause in BEG you can actually take a shower, TK IST lounge you need to wait 3+hours, happened to me every time I was at the lounge this year and I was there quite a lot.

    Also the food is really good, not just typical lounge snacks but REAL food, much better than any of the U.S. airline lounges.
    Dining area is also restaurant style, meaning you have a waiter etc.

  687. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is that it goes to Serbia – a place I’ve wanted to visit for a long time!

  692. The best thing about Air Serbia’s flight is the access to Etihad’s lounge.

  694. Best thing about flying JU and the aircraft?
    video stream server for everyone through the JU app, wifi on selected routes incl. free data fro boingo subscripers, insanely fast staff, has a very quick turnaround!

  695. What I’d like to do most in Serbia is to take in the thriving nightlife that Belgrade is famous for with a snort of rajika.

  696. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Very comfortable flat bed seats

  697. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Explore the culture of Eastern Europe, since I’ve mainly only spent time in Western Europe

  698. My heritage is part Serbian and I would just love to visit Belgrade and its glorious past and it give the opportunity to get there directly from the US.

  700. I’d like to search for Ratko Mladic and visit Slobodan Milosevich’s family. Oh, wait, they found Ratko Mladic. NVM, maybe I could visit the internment camps where they starved the Croats.

    or…maybe Srebrenica, to search for bones

  701. I think visiting Kalemegdan/Belgrade Fortress at sunset would be super cool…I’d totally bring a date! 😛

  702. I think that the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is just the ability to connect to a country/Eastern Europe that was rather lacking before. Eastern Europe has always been harder to get to on a weekend jaunt, and this opens up many more opportunities to visit and explore the region.

  703. 1. The herringbone lie-flat seat!!
    2. Having traveled a bit in Eastern Europe, Serbia and the rest of the Balkans are up there on my European hot list. Want to visit the fortress, chapel, other historic sites and stroll the Knez Mihailova.

  704. It all sounds like good fun…i would love to take a swim in Ada Ciganlija and enjoy the Serbian country side!

  705. St. Petka’s Chapel sounds and looks like an awesome adventure!!! I would love the opportunity to take it all in…!!!

  706. The best thing about the flight is that I can drive anywhere around the region in less than 5 hours. There are no other direct flight around so this is a perfect opportunity for me to explore Eastern Europe. In addition, if I don’t win, the flight is very affordable so I will probably still go. It seems like Air Serbia is transforming into a great airline.

  707. Other than museums and ‘general’ things to do, I want to explore Belgrade’s night life to the fullest. I would take another party friend and just go with the flow.

  710. I would love to swim in Ada Ciganlija and explore the surrounding countryside.

  711. Best thing about the NY – Belgrade flight will be easier connections when planning travel to Serbia. Plus, to take advantage of the great service Air Serbia offers on a longer trip, rather than just the short hops from within Europe.

  713. The non- stop flight would get us to our destination quicker so we could have more time to spend in Serbia soaking up the culture and natural beauty.

  714. I love to get a sense of a place by exploring the neighborhoods so I would start with Knez Mihailova. I’ve never been to Eastern Europe, or Europe for that matter, so this would be a trip of a lifetime.

  715. A non-stop flight to Belgrade with lie flat business class seats is the best! Awesome new route to Eastern Europe!

  716. The fully flat seating on Air Serbia would make the long flight much more comfortable than what you find on traditional airlines.

  717. The Belgrade Fortress would be at the top of my list. Next would be to call my son who was recently transferred to Austria and have him and his family meet me there so we could explore together!

  718. Best thing is definitely getting somewhere awesome faster, and then being able to visit the Knez Mihailova.

  719. Making Serbia the first stop on a Eastern European adventure… first stop, Belgrade Fortress 🙂

  720. Answer to #1: The best thing is the historical significance of this being the only nonstop flight from the US to the Balkans region allowing for more cross cultural awareness, aligned with the modern amenities and impeccable service.

  724. The only thing I need in Belgrade is the Ethnographic Museum. I’d love to visit my cousin in Sombor, and travel south to see my late father’s village between Vranje and Leskovac, maybe visit Prohor Pčinjski.

  725. I think the Best thing abt Air Serbia’s NYC – Belgrade route is it’s convenience. Finally a direct connection!

    PS when we post, I see a message indicating moderation is happening. If that’s the case, your moderator has really dropped the ball on some fairly inflammatory and inappropriate comments. It’s a travel blog, everyone – stick to that topic.

  726. The best thing about the flight is being able to get to eastern Europe at a reasonable time instead of having to connect and arriving late in the day.

  727. The best part of the flight is direct service to Belgrade, a cheap and underrated corner of Eastern Europe with a savvy, sophisticated populace.

  730. In Belgrade the first thing I would want to do is check out the Knez Mihailova. I’ve seen a lot of charming corners of Europe, so for a place to bill itself as the most charming is certainly a draw!

  732. Best reason to visit would be to stroll down Knez Mihailova and enjoy the local vibe.

  733. The best thing about the non-stop flight is not having to transit a mid-point like London to get there!

  736. Question Number One: The best thing about the new NY to Belgrade flight is that I am going to be flying it in business class!

  737. Question Number Two: I can’t wait to stroll the streets and meet the Serbian people!

  738. #1 Who wouldn’t want a luxurious nap in a lie-flat seat before an amazing journey like this to an exotic land?!

  739. #2 – Can’t wait to try a Rakija on a cobblestone street cafe and watch the world go by!

  740. I have been planning a trip to Croatia so this would be great timing and a great jumping off point. Plans include Rovinj, Dubrovnik, and Split.

  741. I am really looking forward to seeing the Roman amphitheater in Pula along with Trogir and the Game of Throne sites in Dubrovnik.

  743. It will be nice to be able to go to Eastern Europe and not have to transfer in London like we usually do

  744. A transatlantic flight with full lie down beds in Business Class is great. Can’t wait

  745. The best thing about the route is not having to connect on the way in any of the giant airports, with the extra hassle of more security screening – and then trying to find the connecting gate!

  746. The best thing about JFK-BEG fight is the ability to visit Serbia and easily connect to the balkans or Greece.

  748. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is the ease of getting into Serbia without having to play around in Germany or Amsterdam.

  749. 1. Best thing: a new route offering herringbone business transatlantic. Seems like a nice ride.

  753. More direct flights to Europe is always good, but even better is that as far as I know there aren’t any direct flights to Belgrade (or not many) from the US, so having this new option sounds like a great way to visit a “lesser known” European country!

  755. What do I most want to do in Serbia? Well, does just enjoying the culture of a place complete unlike the rest of Europe count? The closest I’ve been in Eastern Europe is probably Slovakia, so I’d mostly just love to engross myself in the transition Serbia is in the middle of. But, I also love history, so exploring the old parts of Belgrade (and towns outside of it) would be the top of my list. Plum brandy sounds pretty good too. Basically I’d love to do lots of things in Serbia. Probably even drag my friend who speaks Serbian along with me!

  756. The best part of the new service is the ability to fly non-stop between JFK and BEG and earn Etihad miles

  759. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is that I can get there faster than on any other airline!

  761. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    The fact that is finally exists at all. Going to Serbia direct is not an easy task from the States, and Air Serbia has filled a void that will know connect countless people here in the U.S. to the beautiful Balkan region of the world.

  762. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    Non-stop convenience! Right now, I will have to take a 2-3 flight plan to make it to Serbia from the US. Non-stop flights are so helpful!

    What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    I haven’t been back to see friends and my family living in Serbia in 10 years! I’m really looking forward to going back to see them, but also how the entire country has developed, being able to experience it as an adult and not just a child anymore.

  763. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Having been to Croatia to track down our family roots, we have been directed towards Belgrade to continue our research. Sadly while in Croatia, we did not have enough time to make it to Serbia to continue our quest. Would love to get to Serbia and learn more about where out family comes from and perhaps meet long lost family members.

  764. Best thing about Air Serbia’s new non-stop is being able to get to Serbia easily and in comfort.

    What I most want to do in Serbia is spend time with my good friend who lives in Belgrade and who will show me around his beautiful country.

  768. Best thing about direct flight Bg- Ny is faster and cheeper connection between Serbia and Eastern Europe and USA. Another benefit is more business to Serba and USA as more then a million people live in USA ! Third Belgrade is a big capital city and should have direct flight with USA !
    Best places in Serbia to visit:
    1. Zemun / gardosh- old part by the river with best restaurants and beautiful walking aria.
    2. Saint Sava HRAM- it’s the biggest church on Balkan
    3. SKADARLIJA/ most beautiful unique and old street in center of Belgrade
    4. Kalimegdan is beautiful full of history

    …… And so much more!!!! One Belgrade citizen is giving this advances so please you all reading it try to visit! I live in USA now but in my heart every day I m in my beautifu city . I can smell it and feel it with my eyes closed! I wish I can visit my country more often!!!! Enjoy! Every peace and part of my country is beautiful and it’s worth seeing!
    People are warm and will welcome you everywhere!
    Most beautiful woman in the world/ they all look like models! Man are beautiful too!

  770. Belgrade Fortress, & of course grab a drink (or 2) of Rajika! Always love more non-stop service and another option to connect outside of the London, Paris, Frankfurt etc.

  771. Knez Mihailova, St.Sava church and pretty much everything they recommend … very nice to have another non-stop/connection alternative in Europe!

  772. 1. Best thing about the direct flights BEG-NY is that Ex-yu countries finally have a direct flight to the States.

  777. Best thing about the flight? Access to the Ethihad lounge! 🙂
    What I would do in Belgrade? Visit the Nicola Tesla museum (natch), eat at the top 3 ranked restaurants on Trip Advisor (and add my opinion!), and walk off the meals strolling around the Kalemegdan and the rest of the town. Then put it all back on again on the flight home, hehe 🙂

  779. The best part is that the flight is non stop, out of JFK , with a great lounge to visit to start of a great trip to Belgrade.

  780. Lie flat on a new route is always a big plus.
    And would love to check out that fort while there.

  781. 1. The best thing about the new BEG-JFK nonstop service is the quick connection for the Balkan Diaspora, and their families and friends traveling to visit each other.

  782. 2. When visiting Serbia, my favorite thing to do is visit my family in Belgrade and Subotica, as well.as visit the beautiful national parks (like Kosmaj) that Serbia has to offer!

  785. 1. The best thing is finally having a direct, nonstop link between my hometown and Serbia!

    2. I most want to visit the St. Sava church.

  786. 1. The best part is being able to try a new (for me) transatlantic business class.

    2. I would love to try Serbian cuisine.

  787. 1) I’d certainly enjoy trying an Etihad partner airline’s business class to see how it compares to the parent company

  788. 2) I’d love to visit Serbia to not only check another country off the list, but also see how the nightlife compares to that of Paris, London, Amsterdam, and especially Berlin!

  793. Best part is having another non stop option to get from the US to Eastern Europe. The fact that the business class looks awesome is a nice bonus!

  799. I’m most looking forward to visiting Belgrade as it’s a European capital that I haven’t been to before.

  800. New route options are always appreciated, and a new non-stop to Eastern Europe is especially welcome as there are fewer options there now than Western Europe.

  803. I have lived in Europe in the past and with regret, I was never able to visit Serbia. This would be a lovely opportunity to see this amazing destination and experience the customs and cuisine.

    Thank you

  804. The best thing about this new flight route will be offering people a convenient connection to a beautiful city and an entry into Eastern Europe that is not commonly found when flying to Paris London Rome or Frankfort.

    Thank you

  805. In my opinion the best thing about Air Serbia is the lie flat seats and its many connections to other cities.

  806. What I would love to do on a visit to Serbia is mix with the people, the culture, visit the nightlife and try and enjoy their food and customs. One more stamp on the passport, love it!!

  811. Oops, putting my second entry in a separate comment…

    2. I’ve heard Serbian nightlife is quite the spectacle…

  813. 2 – i want to just walk around belgrade and experience a new city, try the local food!

  814. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? The lie-flat seat.

  815. 1 – The nonstop to the Balkans from NYC is a convenient option to visit Serbia, Croatia and Macedonia, all up and coming destinations.

  817. 2 – Being in the power industry, I’d love to visit the Nikola Tesla museum while in Belgrade.

  818. Direct service from JFK to Belgrade offers a convenient access route to some place new and interesting

  820. 1) Best part is lie flat on another airline, having done Qatar, Royal Jordanian, and Etihad so far.

  823. Best thing about Air Serbia – is that they have nonstop service to Central Europe and to visit and learn more about the culture

  825. This new flight is a chance to try out a seat and service I have never had before. Thanks Gary!

  826. The best thing about the new flight is being able to get to Serbia without needing connections which will save lots of time. I’d love to go back to Serbia to revisit the Skull Tower.

  829. I enjoy history and there is a lot of history from the balkans that I would love to see, including architecture.

  830. Best thing about direct flight between NY and Serbia – you are one step closer to family! At the end of the day that is what matters most – family!

  833. While visiting Belgrade, you are walking through history! Visiting Kalemegdan during the day, evening stroll down Skadarlija…just few places one can see while in BG.

  835. best thing is another inexpensive redemption for business class over the atlantic, featuring herringbone seats no less!

  837. Best thing about the new flight: that Serbia gets a direct US link with a local carrier for the first time in a quarter of a century!

  838. The best part about the new JFK to Serbia route is access to the Etihad lounge.

  839. What I most want to do visiting Serbia: see the Blegrade Fortress (of course) and finally take a boat trip on the infamous Danube!

  840. Best thing about Air Serbia’s JFK-BEG non-stop is the lie-flat business class seats.

  841. In Serbia I’d love to see the natural beauty, starting with Derdap National Park.

  861. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?… Look forward to visiting the relics of the failed communist dictatorship in the context of the resurgent economy…

  862. It would be a treat to go straight from NYC to Belgrade on Air Serbia without having to go through Paris or London!

  863. I am a “wanderer” and would love to just take my time going through the historic Knez Mihailova in Belgrade!

  864. Best thing about the flight is that it affords people an opportunity to see a slightly lesser-known European destination without spending a ton of extra time making connections.

  876. Best thing about the new flight is that it also provides easy access to other destinations

  880. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Go into the archives and search for my ancestral great-grandfather’s family to help in constructing a family tree and of course explore this exciting city and country.

  883. Would be a great opportunity to use Belgrade as a gateway to the Balkans, in addition to experiencing Serbia!

  884. This is definitely the path less traveled. So much modern history in Serbia, and it is an ideal base to explore all the Balkan destinations served by Air Serbia!

  886. Best thing about the flight is that it’s nonstop and offers so many great connection options!

  887. The thing I’d like to do most in Serbia is sip on a nice Serbian Riesling while visiting the Ada Ciganlija.

  890. Those seats look absolutely fantastic and the Etihad lounge must be amazing!

  891. Best thing would be able to enjoy the Etihad lounge and also enjoy the lie-flat seats, which I have yet to ever have the privilege of flying with!

  892. I’d be most excited to see The Belgrade Fortress and see a country outside of the normal vacation destinations.

  899. What sounds best about the new Air Serbia flight (besides being non-stop and having quick connection times) is the lie-flat seat arrangement; they look super comfy.

  903. Doing stuff in Serbia? Folk dancing, of course. Haven’t done these great dances since Cambridge MA in the 70’s.

  905. 1. It’s always great to have more direct flight access to different countries.

    2. I’d actually love to visit the country sides of Serbia. The scenery looks beautiful.

  906. 1. Best thing is non-stop flight to Eastern Europe in business class on lie flat seats!

  911. 2. Just visit all the ancient sites and see the rich history Belgrade has to offer.

  915. 1. The lie-flat seat!! And the chance to visit another Eastern European nation and continue on to other Balkan countries. Been near the top of my list for several years.
    2. Visit the fortress, the chapel, other historic sites and continue on to Romania, where my husband’s family is from.

  917. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight will be sleeping on a lie-flat bed and waking up in Serbia. No layovers or changing planes!

  918. When visiting Serbia I would most look forward to learning about their culture and rich history.

  919. Although I’m not especially religious, I LOVE touring European churches. So I’d love to see Saint Petka’s Chapel!

  922. 1. Flying over the Atlantic under Air Serbia flag eating the Serbian delicatess.
    2. Enjoying Belgrade’s excellent night life

  924. I would like to explore Serbia, as well as the rest of the Balkans. That is a part if Europe I have never visited but would love to do so.

  925. 1. The best part if of course the lie-flat seats in a herringbone configuration and lots of privacy.

  926. Best thing about the new JFK to Belgrade flights on Air Serbia? Added way to get to Balkans/Eastern Europe to visit my friends.

  929. Prior to Air Serbia starting service to JFK best choices were either Lufthansa via Munich or Frankfurt or Swiss via Zurich. Neither of those were ideal. Munich connection involved flight on ATR turbo prop from Munich to Belgrade (operated by Air Serbia). Had a bad experience once with turbo props. Frankfurt option was/is stop on the Calcutta, India route. No comment necessary. Zurich option was priced well but connection times were long.

  934. No.1: being able to sleep in the lie flat on the way home after the all-night party boats.

  937. I’m a train buff and in my research I discovered there are different trains that travel throughout the Serbian countryside. A few of the trains are old and historic. I’d like to explore the country via these trains, and experience the scenery in a unique way.

  938. 1. I travel to Belgrade often and I love that I can now fly nonstop. It really saves time in both directions of travel meaning more time on the ground to spend time with friends in Belgrade

  939. 1. I travel to Belgrade often and I love that I can now fly nonstop. It really saves time in both directions of travel meaning more time on the ground to spend time with friends in Belgrade

    ^To add on to the comment above
    I’ve got a great many friends in Serbia, we just plan on hanging out by the fortress in the evenings or doing whatever else we come up with to pass the time.

  943. I love the privacy of the flatbed configuration of the JFK-Belgrade flight illustrated in this post.

  944. As far as things to do in Serbia – I like Air Serbia’s suggestion for Knez Mihailova – I’d imagine that would be great for people watching!

  945. 1. The chance to fly non-stop to an different region of the world (in flat-bed business!)

  949. My guess is it’s going to be the lie flat beds and access to the Etihad lounge

  951. It’s nice to see Air Serbia resume nonstop service to New York. The carrier has come a long way since the rebranding in 2013. It will make traveling between the two countries much easier.

  952. The best thing about the new Air Serbia route from JFK to Belgrade is the fact that it’s non-stop, so therefore you spend as little time to destination as possible.

  954. 2.) I heard there is a great museum dedicated to Nikola Tesla there. I’d love to go see it

  955. Serbia is a destination on my short list, and I am inspired by the cuisine by Ambar, a local restaurant in my former U.S. City, Washington, D.C.

  956. After entering Serbia without the need for a visa (hooray!), my first tourist activity would be to ride the hop-on-hop-off bus around once to get an overview of Belgrade. The second time around I would get off at the most interesting stops.

  957. “What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?”

    Raising the profile of the balkan countries, which are very under-appreciated!

  959. The best thing about the flight is that it brings me to a country that I have not visited.

  968. Serbia was never high on my list but it has a now a sweet spot in my heart after reading here, if I win I will go!

  972. 1. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    8 hours of comfortable movie watching, and the dine-anytime-you-want service.

  973. 2. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Wander through Belgrade, see the “Devil’s Town” rock formations, explore the eight-million-year-old Resavska Cave, and hike in the national parks. And if I end up being there when they’re happening, either rock out at the Exit Music Festival or catch some movies at the Küstendorf International Film Festival.

  974. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    The flight is operated daily.

  977. I would love to Fly Air Serbia J as it is the only international European carrier I haven’t tried yet.

  978. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Answer: Getting to use the Etihad guest lounge without flying Etihad.

  983. The best part of the Air serbia flights to new york is the early arrival into JFK leaves you all day in new york!!

  986. Whats the best thing about the new flight, clearly that it opens a non-stop option between the US and Serbia.

  987. I would most look forward to touring the Belgrade fortress and then ending the day with some Rakija and dinner at an outdoor cafe.

  988. The best thing with winning this flight would be trying a new business class experience!

  989. I would most look forward to spending some time with my wife exploring a new location!

  990. best thing is that this in in BC
    why I want to visit, I have never been and would love to see Belgrade.

  991. We would go for the food! Serbian cuisine is hard to find in most U.S. cities, but great Serbian is even more rare.

  992. What’s best is that this is a wonderful way to enhance a business trip with extra time to explore Eastern Europe.
    I wouldn’t normally consider Serbia, but this would be an opportunity to research my family history!

  995. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new non-stop JFK-Belgrade route is the fact that it’s non-stop! The former Yugoslavia is a gap in my travel history I’ve wanted to fill in since forever, as my maternal family is from there. I’ll happily fly in coach on paid (or award) tickets if it means I only have to connect in NYC.

  996. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Visiting beautiful Belgrade and its surrounds – with a special visit to the bohemian neighborhood of Skadarlija.

  997. While in Serbia I’d visit the ancestral towns my maternal family came from…and the Tesla Museum!

  1002. “What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?”

    Promoting travel to a beautiful country that could benefit from additional tourism.

  1009. 2 – Tesla museum, I also plan on not telling anyone there I’m part Croatian

  1013. The best thing about the new Air Serbia flight is that it one of the quickest ways to Eastern Europe on a lie-flat Business Seat aircraft.

  1014. The best thing about the AirSerbia flight to Belgrade is that I’ll be able to visit my homeland flying directly instead of having lon connections all across Europe!

  1015. What I most want to do when I visit Serbia is to spend time with my family who live there

  1017. In Serbia I’d like to see the Temple of St Sava from which The Eyrie in Game of Thrones is based on

  1021. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Arriving in Belgrade in time for a delicious Serbian breakfast!

  1022. Two Best things about the Belgrade flight.

    Its non stop and has a wonderful business seat

  1023. The best thing about Air Serbia’s non-stop flight would probably be the service on board! The lie flat seats I bet are great!!

  1026. 1. Best thing – New option to travel directly to a new destination in style.

  1027. Best thing to do in Belgrade is to see the Danbue River the second longest and one that flows through many countires and capitals

  1031. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight

    Ans: Inflight entertainment system!

  1032. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is the exemplary reputational quality of its pilots.

  1033. Serbian food rocks and the culture is one of giving. I love the fact the Serbia is being opened to the US with this new “air bridge”. Let’s go!

  1034. I think the best thing about the flight is the seat layout; I’ve flown reverse herringbone many times, but never herringbone.

  1037. The best thing about the flight is the lounge!! It looks incredible. I would get to the airport early just to hang out there.

  1038. 1 – Being able to explore Serbia without taking time and risk connecting on other flights!

  1044. The most exciting thing is that there is now a direct flight from jfk to the Balkans with a great product in business class!

  1045. 2. I would love to eat fresh Serbian pastries first thing in morning while watching the beautiful scenery.

  1046. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is that after 24 years the Serbian capital will finally have direct air service again.

  1047. IN Serbia I would be most excited to meet the locals and check out the amazing hiking

  1048. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new NY JFK Belgrade non stop flight?
    The best thing about this non-stop flight is that it will boost tourism for that part of the country and providing stimulus that Serbia has been missing since the war. Plus it will provide easy access for my family to stay connected as it typically takes an entire day to fly to Serbia.

    What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    I want to visit family and explore the city that has been rebuilt since the war. Serbia has so much history and can provide a new breath of culture to many.

  1050. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    it’s non-stop!

  1051. 1) Yet another great connection to Europe (and beyond)!
    2) Indulge in the great Serbian cuisine and have a great vacation in the breathtaking landscape.

  1053. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    It is non-stop

  1056. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Visit the location of the Battle of Cer, the opening battle in WW1.

  1057. 1.What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Ability to try a new carrier to an interesting destination.

  1060. 1) A new non-stop with a great airline to an interesting but overlooked country.

  1061. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? -> As always: saves time, and no misconnects

  1062. It’s a way to visit your Serbian friends who haven’t been in a ICC jail or awaiting trial at the Hague.

    Trying Serbian food.

  1063. 1) You can never have too many direct connections!
    2) Enjoy the culture of an old yet not too touristy destination.

  1066. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Its another non stop option to Europe!

  1067. The best thing about the new flight is having a direct connection to the Balkans, a part of Europe I want to explore more

  1070. 1) There’s yet another way to get to Europe in business class! The more, the better!

    2) Best thing? Probably that I would be exploring a country that neither I, nor many other Americans, have been to.

  1071. Visiting the people!I was last there in1989 before the breakup of Yugoslavia,and the people were very friendly and would go out of their way to point me in the direction I needed to go.As this was before the Berlin Wall fell,they did not receive many american tourists.I look forward to the same warm hospitality I received then.2) I remember the great street food I ate on my hostel budget back thenCivappcicci,plaeskaviska(sp)and borek while looking out from the castle with its commanding views of the city.I can’t wait to get back!

  1074. The best thing about this new route is getting the opportunity to explore a new city (and use it as a launching pad to visit Eastern Europe).

  1076. 2) I love to try the local food and drink everywhere I go. Serbia looks like it has some amazing cuisine which I have never tried. Great up and coming wineries too.

  1079. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    Visit the many fortresses and temples

  1081. 1. The best thing about this is another destination served by a good looking business class product. Thrilled to have more options!

  1082. 2. I’d love to see St. Mark’s church in Belgrade. The interior looks amazing, and the exterior at night looks even better!

  1083. 1) Best thing is the chance to arrange a rakija tasting during the flight. Maybe we can coordinate ahead of time with the FAs, have them bring bottles of homemade good stuff. I’ll bring a bottle of Carolina white lightning for them to pass around…

  1084. 2) I most want to visit colleagues at the Serbia Institute of Forestry in Belgrade – world class researchers.

  1085. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    ***Access to the Etihad Lounge…I would really like to check it out!***

  1087. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    ***I would like to visit Skadarlija in Belgrade and experience local music and cusine***

  1088. I have always been fascinated by the culture in the Eastern European countries. I have only traveled to a small portion of these countries and find the culture very warm and inviting while still having a hint of mystery. Serbia is a country of particularly interesting history throughout the centuries. Exploring this history and having the opportunity to learn more about this culture from locals would be very rewarding.
    I would also love to explore the natural wonders and culture that are unique to Serbia. I would love to visit the Resava Cave to see this protected national monument area to see the cave formations and the surrounding 27 acres of natural beauty. I would love to explore the amazing beauty of Devil’s Town. It is said that this is one of the most attractive natural phenomena in the World. I would love to have the opportunity to hike through these formations and learn the history and legends behind this phenomenal place. I am anxious to be able to create new memories

  1091. The best thing about the non-stop flight is not having to deal with the hassle of connecting, which easily adds hours to the trip

  1092. .What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    its exciting to be flying on a new carrier I have not been

  1093. 1) easier access to the Balkans directly from the US

    2) explore Serbia and use it as a base for exploring the Balkans

  1098. Best feature — it’s non-stop! 2nd best deal — getting access to the Etihad lounge!

  1101. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Direct access to one of the most least populated capitals of Europe at 1.2 miillion

  1102. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    The lie flat sleeping opportunity.

  1104. Q. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    A. Lie-flat business class alternative to a part of Europe on my list for 2016/2017!

  1105. Best thing about the non-stop flight?
    Not having to languish in Frankfurt airport for hours!

  1107. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    The opportunity to visit historic building in an European city I have not visited.

  1108. Q. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    A. Try Rakija. One of my Abanian friends had me try Albanian Raaki many years ago and then, I saw Rakija being profiled on a Travel Channel show.

  1110. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Belgrade has a deep medieval history and sits on the Danube. Would love to explore up and down the Danube using Belgrade as a base.

  1114. 1. a NONSTOP to an historic city I’d never even considered visiting before!
    2. i love history and architecture, so the fortress would be my first stop!

  1118. Would love to take a historical tour of Belgrade while in Serbia, and maybe go skiing in Tara!

  1121. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Opening travel to a beautiful part of the world that should be visited more.

  1123. Best thing about the new route is that it’s a nonstop to a brand new location from the US!

  1125. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? The Nightlife!!! Partying with the beautiful local people.

  1126. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Take in the local culture, explorer the architecture, and sample the amazing food.

  1127. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    Lie flat beds in business!

  1128. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    Explore the country and their culture

  1129. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s direct flight ? I get to chill out longer, dream of my trip to Serbia and have a cocktail

  1130. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Hire a car and drive through out the country tp meet the new people, enjoy the culture and try out the local dishes.

  1131. The flight opens a whole near area of Europe which isn’t as easy to get to right now. From there you could take the train to see numerous beautiful places

  1132. The flight opens a whole new area of Europe which isn’t as easy to get to right now. From there you could take the train to see numerous beautiful places

  1134. What do I want to do most while visiting Serbia?

    Cousins! I would love a chance to meet relatives who I only know virtually.

  1137. Lie-flat business class to a new country nonstop from US on my list!

    Want to explore and experience hospitality there

  1141. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    Non stop to an exotic and mysterious European capital.

    What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    See the Aeronautical Museum and the Nicola Tesla Museum then it is off to the countryside.

  1142. Non-Stop lie flat bed on a new route, would love to fly this.
    Ive been to the neighboring Countries – Bulgaria, Romania and Hungary would love to add Serbia to my list.
    Thanks

  1143. The flight has nothing to do with the Brexit

    See as much of the landscape before the country is covered in snow

  1145. Having never been to Serbia, I am not certain where to begin, but the Belgrade Fortress seems like a great starting place.

  1148. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    No connection in Europe!

  1150. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    “Non-stop to an off-the-beaten path destination”

  1151. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Grab a Rijika and All night party boats on the Danube…

  1153. 1. The chance to visit a country that I had not thought of visiting before AND doing it nonstop from the U.S.

  1154. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?
    Eat chevapchichi and drink schlivovitz! Cheers!

  1156. 2) Make friends with a local and have them show me all the best “behind the scenes”
    places where they enjoy themselves.

  1161. Best thing about the new nonstop flight?
    A close-by (JFK) and quick alternative to get right into the heart of a country I’ve never explored.

  1163. What I want to do most is hit the slopes! Skiing in Serbia would be an amazing experience.

  1166. Direct flights from NYC to almost anywhere in the Balkan region are pretty rare. I look forward to the opportunity to get to that region without an annoying connection!

  1167. I’m a serious history buff and would love to explore Belgrade Castle and many other older Serbian towns.

  1168. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    Answer: Lay flat seats of course.

  1174. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    The lie flat sleeping

  1176. Non-stop, lie flat….8 or so hours of watching movies and being waited on. What’s not to love about that? It is like skipping work or school and spending the day on the sofa watching TV. You’re still excited about knowing that when you get there you have something amazing to look forward to.

  1178. I would look forward to being pampered in Business Class on a NYC to Belgrade Air Serbia flight to experience their service and Lie Flat Beds!

  1179. If I received Air Serbia flights to Belgrade, I would take the opportunity to visit Novi Sad, not far away. It looks like a wonderful town!

  1181. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? —

    Get a car and explore the countryside

  1183. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    The lie flat sleeping

  1184. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    The lie flat sleeping

  1189. Best part thing about the flight? Nonstop all the way to Serbia! Also lie flat seats are awesome!

  1191. 1) surprisingly good connections in Belgrade to continue on elsewhere easily after a few days in Belgrade. and love landing in smaller European airports.

  1193. The best part of the Air Serbia flight is the herringbone seats.
    I’ve experienced these types of seats on Turkish Airlines (when they still had them), Air Canada, and Delta, and I really liked them for their comfort and excellent privacy.

  1194. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    You don’t have to have a layover.

  1195. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia? Visit some historical sites like Tito’s Mausoleum

  1196. The best thing about New York to Belgrade would be a longer TATL flight to give a bit more time to enjoy service and get a little more sleep!

  1198. When I visit Serbia, I want to visit the town of Sokobanja.
    Looks lovely in pictures!

  1206. I love nonstop Belgrade service because the timing is better for Eastern European destinations.

  1210. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Try the food in an authentic restaurant

  1215. 1) I’d love to experience a new place, especially one that I haven’t thought of visiting before

  1218. After a promenade around Belgrade’s fortress, I would love to spend a warm evening on the Danube on a party boat!

  1221. nonstop flights from the US to your destination in Europe are awesome.. Good for Air Serbia for understanding this.

  1223. The thing I’m most interested in doing in Belgrade is meeting my friend Christine who I’ve not see in 25 years!

  1225. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    The convenience of not having to connect in Europe for a flight to BEG

  1227. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    Visit relatives and have some Slivo!!

  1235. 1) great to have another lie-flat option to Europe

    2) would love to visit Adriatic coast line someday

  1236. We would love to visit Serbia. My dad did Slavic folk dance when I was a toddler. Would love to share with my daughter.

  1239. Serbia is definitely off the beaten path for most Americans. That is part of its appeal to me.

  1246. 2. Apart from the fact that I come from Serbia, I’m a grad student here in New York City. My school is very intense and I have sacrificed a lot in order to become better integrated into the system. I miss my mom and my friends, and so do they. I haven’t had the opportunity to visit them for ages and I’d like to spend time with them drinking a Turkish coffee and enjoying the untouched nature. In addition, they wouldn’t qualify for getting the visa and they couldn’t afford it, so it’d be wonderful for either one of us to get the ticket.

  1247. 1. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight is that people from the Balkans have been provided the opportunity to fly directly to the US after 24 years. Now my mom and my friends are now closer to me.

  1249. 1. The best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade flight is that it goes from where I live to a place I’ve been wanting to go for years!

  1251. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? Non-Stop means I don’t have top deal with long layovers in crazy places along the way, thanks.

  1252. When visiting Serbia I most want to have a glass of Rajika and take in the thriving nightlife the city is famous for, you bet.

  1253. 1–the lie flat seats–I might actually be able to sleep on a flight

  1255. 1.What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight? – Plenty of room for me to stretch out and relax so I can enjoy Serbia when I arrive.

  1256. When visiting Serbia I most want to visit Knez Mihailova and enjoy shopping on one of the most beautiful and historic pedestrian streets in all of Eastern Europe.

  1257. I want to experience the nightlife on the many party boats that I have heard about in Belgrade.

  1258. My favorite thing about the flight is the addition of a new, convenient non-stop option from the US to Eastern Europe. I love traveling to the Balkans, but it is often a pain to find flights to that part of Eastern Europe. Flying business class only makes the flight better.

  1260. 1) The best thing about this new route to me is an opportunity to connect in a non-traditional airport for off the beaten path destinations!

  1261. The best thing about this flight is the lack of layovers. I hate spending precious vacation time in an airport.

  1262. Q1: It is great to have a non-stop option from New York to one of Eastern Europe’s gateway cities, and the lie-flat seats + 8:50 flight = great sleeping time while on board

    Q2: I would like to enjoy the historical sights, the nightlife and party boats, and the great cuisine & Rakija

  1269. I would very much like to experience both the city of Belgrade and the mountains including Kopaonik (“Sunshine Mountain”) for skiing or greenery and Miroc Mountain.

  1270. Air Serbia’s business class with herringbone design, direct aisle access, and lie flat seats would make the non-stop flight a relaxing experience!

  1271. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?

    A non-stop flight that goes straight to one of the most beautiful cities in Europe

  1272. What do you most want to do when visiting Serbia?

    I think…just the city of Belgrade. Personally I enjoy visiting new urban areas and seeing how they differ from my everyday life.

  1275. 1. The best thing about the NY – Belgrade route is a new option to start off an Eastern European backpacking trip, doing so in comfort with the herringbone design.

  1276. 2. As a huge tennis fan and a Novak Djokovic fan, the thing I’d want to do the most is to join in on the celebration of Djokovic’s return to Serbia upon completing the tennis calendar grand slam in September.

  1277. 1. What’s the best thing about Air Serbia’s new New York JFK – Belgrade non-stop flight?
    Lie flat seats and direct connection

  1281. The best thing for me for the non-stop flight is all the connecting you can do. I love to travel and easy travel is better.

  1282. A direct connection to the Balkan countries, in lie-flat seats in business no less, is so valuable. The connections from there – Malta, Cyprus, Turkey and so on, ae a dream.
    I’d visit the historic sites in Belgrade and then go on to more destinations.

  1283. While visiting Serbia I would find the art, culture and museums and see, and drink in as much as I could!!!

  1293. 1. Best thing about nonstop JFK-BEG is not having to connect through former-EU-country UK.

  1309. The herribone seat arrangement looks super comfy, and if I ever have the opportunity to fly business class long-haul, that would be the way I would like to travel. It sure looks better than airlines like AirFrance, BA, Swiss, etc.

  1310. 1. Flight makes Serbian culture and experiences even more accessible to Americans and American culture and experiences more accessible to Serbians.

  1311. I am 23, and the only young single among my friends, all of whom are in committed long-term relationships. Over the course of a year I’ve watched them jump from college graduate to middle age, My entertainment has been at-home movie nights, pot luck dinners, and weekend shopping at Crate & Barrel and IKEA. I’m ready to move on, and I am in the process of planning a year of (low budget) travel–hopefully I will meet other young, adventuresome souls like myself.

    So naturally I am going to answer: Enjoy Belgrade’s nightlife! .

  1312. 2. I want my year-old son to meet and experience the true Serbian culture and people so he can grow up with a love for people across all cultures.

  1316. The thing that sounds best to me, from your description of the flight, is both the lie-flat seats and the Etihad lounge access.

  1320. 2. Navigating local transit always reveals characteristics of a foreign place. Can’t wait to do this in Serbia.

  1321. I want to go to the Frescoe’s Gallery to view the medieval art to try to find evidence of my rare breed dog known as the “Lowchen”.

  1322. Those sumptuous lie-flat seats will let me sleep all long enough to have enough energy to invade the Belgrade Fortress! The 101st time’s a charm!

  1323. A wonderful opportunity to visit a place far far away where my great-aunt was in a concentration camp many years ago in Siberia

  1324. 2. Getting to see my family in Serbia, whom I rarely have the opportunity to visit in part due to the annoying flight schedules.

  1325. 1. Flying non-stop from the US directly into Belgrade instead of the short-haul, less sleep nonsense of a connection in UK or Germany

  1328. Looking at the photographs, I instantly recognized the biz seats (and therefore the aircraft) as Jet Airways’ business class herringbone seats.

    They are super-comfy and I would love to fly this route on an ex-9W bird – probably a A332, as they are now using A333s with a different (like Swiss (LX)) seat config in business.

    Never been to Serbia, but have a lot of Serbian friends…

    Thanks for arranging this contest Gary – best luck to all!

  1329. To meet my new found relatives living in Poljna and Krusevac. Would love to fly a non-stop journey to my ancestral home. I know this contest is over but if another one comes up. I will be a happy woman

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