Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    IATA Code: BEG

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG) Is Serbia's Main Gateway, in Surčin about 18 km West of Belgrade, and Has Been Rebuilding since 2018 under a VINCI Airports Concession

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    Airport Data Sheet
    BEG
    IATA / ICAOBEG / LYBE
    ServesBelgrade, Serbia
    Coordinates44.8184° N, 20.3091° E
    Elevation335 ft
    Number of Terminals1 Terminal, 33 Gates
    Airport Opening HoursOpen 24/7
    Recommended Arrival Time2.5h before Departure
    Official Websitebeg.aero
    // Airport Data

    Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport at a Glance

    One Terminal Building Holds Two Piers, A and C, Joined by a Central Hall Added in 2021 That Gives Every Passenger a Single Security and Passport Control Point before the Gates. Pier C Is Being Extended with Four More Gates through May 2027, Taking the Total from 33 to 36. The Airport Sits Off the A3 Motorway and Is Reached by Road Only

    IATA BEG · ICAO LYBE · Elev 335 ft
    // Connectivity

    Is There Free WiFi at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport?

    Connect to the Network BEG Free WiFi and Accept the Terms on the Splash Page for Free Unlimited Access across the Terminal, Check-In, Both Piers and the Gates. No Password Is Needed. The Network Stops at the Terminal Door, Where a Roaming eSIM Takes Over

    Where Can I Buy a SIM Card at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport?

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    Airport WiFi

    Connection SpeedSlow / Unstable
    CostFree, Often Time-Limited
    Activation TimeLogin / Ads / Forms
    Documents NeededYes (eMail / ID / Login)
    CoverageOnly inside Airport
    SecurityPublic Network (Risk)
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberNo
    Can Pay in CashNot Applicable
    Where You Get ItAt the Terminal, Once You Land

    Local SIM Card

    Connection SpeedFast 4G/5G Speeds
    CostCounter Price, Varies by Desk
    Activation TimeQueue and Paperwork at the Desk
    Documents NeededPassport Often Required
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyNo
    Local Phone NumberYes
    Can Pay in CashYes
    Where You Get ItA Desk or Kiosk in the Terminal

    Roaming Options

    Connection SpeedFast, Depends on Your Plan
    CostYour Operator Rate, Can Be High
    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberKeeps Your Own Number
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItAlready Active on Your Phone

    travelData.shop eSIM

    Connection SpeedFast 4G/5G Speeds
    CostFree Trial, Then from 1.99 $
    Activation TimeInstant Connection
    Documents NeededNone
    CoverageWorks across Entire Country
    SecurityPrivate Secure Connection
    Can Be Set Up before You FlyYes
    Local Phone NumberOn Selected Plans
    Can Pay in CashNo
    Where You Get ItOnline, before You Leave Home
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    Set It Up before You Fly and You Land Already Online
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    // Setup

    How to Get Internet at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

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    // Boarding Data

    Best Way to Get Internet at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    Compare Free WiFi vs Mobile Data & Choose What Works Best for You

    // FAQ

    FAQs about Internet at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    Everything You Need to Know about Getting Online at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    In Most Cases, Yes. eSIM Mobile Data Is Usually Faster, More Stable, and More Secure than Crowded Public WiFi at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport, Especially during Peak Travel Hours
    Yes. You Can Buy and Install Your eSIM before Departure so Your Mobile Data Works Instantly When You Land at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport
    No. If Your Phone Supports eSIM, You Don’t Need to Buy a Physical SIM Card at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport — You Can Get Mobile Data Instantly Online
    Yes. Once Your eSIM Is Installed, Your Mobile Data Starts Working as Soon as You Land and Connect to a Local Network
    Most Travelers Are Comfortable with 1GB to 5GB for Navigation, Ride Apps, Messaging, and Light Browsing during the First Days after Arrival
    Yes. Most Dual-SIM Phones Allow You to Keep Your Regular SIM for Calls and SMS While Using eSIM for Mobile Data
    Yes. You Can Increase Your Data Amount and Also Extend Your Plan Validity, Depending on the Provider and Package Options Available for Your eSIM
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    // Terminal Guide

    First Time at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport? Here’s What You Should Know

    Number of TerminalsF1
    1 Terminal, 33 Gates
    One Passenger Building Serves the Airport, in Pier A and Pier C. Four More Gates Are Being Added to Pier C, Taking the Total to 36 by May 2027
    BEG · Terminal Guide · F1
    Terminal LayoutF2
    One Building, Two Piers
    Pier A and Pier C Sit Either Side of a Central Hall Added in 2021, Holding Check-In, the Shops and One Shared Security Checkpoint for Every Flight
    BEG · Terminal Guide · F2
    Transfers between TerminalsF3
    No Shuttle, One Roof
    Both Piers Sit under One Roof, Linked by the Central Hall, so There Is No Inter-Terminal Bus, Train or Airside Transfer to a Separate Building
    BEG · Terminal Guide · F3
    Airport Opening HoursF4
    Open 24/7
    The Terminal Runs around the Clock, and Several Cash Machines and Exchange Desks Stay Open All Night; Airline and Shop Counters Keep Their Own Hours
    BEG · Terminal Guide · F4
    Check-In and Security HoursF5
    90 Counters, Central Security
    Check-In Has 90 Counters, and a Single Centralised Security Hall Built in 2021 Screens Every Departing Passenger before Passport Control
    BEG · Terminal Guide · F5
    Recommended Arrival TimeF6
    2.5h before Departure
    The Airport Recommends Arriving at Least Two and a Half Hours Early; the Gate Is Shown on the Monitors Only 70 to 120 Minutes before Departure
    BEG · Terminal Guide · F6
    // Airport Parking

    Where Can I Park at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport?

    See Practical Airport Parking Options, Walking Time to Terminals, Typical Price Guidance, and Booking Tips before You Drive to the Airport

    Parking Options
    3 Available
    Booking Advice
    Pre-Book Online
    Parking Ticket

    P1

    Typical Price
    RSD 400 per Hour
    Location
    The Closest Car Park to the Terminal Building
    Best For
    A Quick Drop-Off or Pick-Up

    Charged by Each Commenced Hour with No Daily Cap, so It Is the Most Expensive Option for a Long Stay

    BEG · P1 · P1
    Parking Ticket

    Garage (P)

    Typical Price
    RSD 300 per Hour
    Location
    A Covered Garage about 150 m from the Terminal
    Best For
    A Few Hours under Cover

    A Flat RSD 3,000 Applies Once a Vehicle Has Been Parked Continuously for 10 Hours

    BEG · GA · Garage (P)
    Parking Ticket

    Tesla Parking (P11)

    Typical Price
    RSD 100 for Three Hours
    Location
    Near the Cargo Terminal on the Road to Surčin, with a Free Shuttle to the Terminal
    Best For
    Leaving the Car for a Full Day or Longer

    A One-Off RSD 500 Covers the Rest of the Same Day; the Shuttle Runs to and from the Terminal at No Charge

    BEG · TE · Tesla Parking (P11)

    Six Car Parks Operate in All, Each under Its Own Current Price List; a Free Five-Minute Kiss and Fly Lane Runs along the Terminal Kerb for Drop-Offs

    // Airport Lounges

    What Facilities Does Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport Have?

    Lounges at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    Access Key — Who Gets in, Stated Once
    Priority Pass× 1

    Priority Pass Members Enter on Their Card

    Airline & Status× 1

    Air Serbia Elite and Premium-Cabin Passengers

    Airline & Status× 1

    Official Delegations and Pre-Arranged VIP Bookings

    Business Lounge

    Transit Area between Gates A4 and A5
    Self-Service BuffetFree Wi-FiTVNewspapersCopier
    BEG · Pass 01 · Daily 05:00-23:00

    Also Open to Business-Class Passengers and Eligible Cardholders; Airlines Set Their Own Guest Rules

    Air Serbia Premium Lounge

    Transit Area between Gates A4 and A5
    SeatingRefreshmentsWi-Fi
    BEG · Pass 02 · See the Airline for Current Hours

    A Pass Can Be Bought at the Door If You Do Not Qualify for Free Entry

    VIP Lounge

    Entered from the Public Area and Directly from the Apron
    Meeting RoomsPress RoomPresidential Suite
    BEG · Pass 03 · By Arrangement

    Not a Card-Access Lounge; Used for State Visits, Protocol and Media Events

    // Passenger Facilities

    Lounges, Food, ATMs and Storage

    Check Practical Terminal Services While Waiting, Arriving or Departing: Food, ATMs, Storage, Charging, Accessibility Support and More

    Two ATM Clusters Sit in Terminal 2, in International Arrivals and in the Baggage Claim Area, between Them Covering Nine Serbian and International Banks
    Exchange Desks Run across Arrivals and Departures, Several Open around the Clock, Plus 24-Hour Currency Exchange Machines in Both Terminals
    Seal & Go Wraps and Seals Bags in Both Terminals, Terminal 1 around the Clock and Terminal 2 from 6 am to 10 pm
    The Lost-and-Found Desk in the Baggage Claim Area Is Staffed by Two Ground Handlers Depending on Your Airline, Both Open Daily into the Evening
    Tesla Square, past Passport Control, Holds a Restaurant, a Coffee Shop and a Relax Zone; Further Cafes and Kiosks Are Spread across Both Piers and the Arrivals Hall
    A Centralised Duty-Free Shop of More than 800 Square Metres Sits Immediately after Passport Control, Alongside Fashion, Gift and Local-Product Stores in Both Piers
    A Dedicated Zone for Parents and Children Sits Next to Gates A5 and A6, and Family Restrooms Are Available through the Terminal
    Serbian Law Bans Smoking in Enclosed Public Transport Buildings. The Terminal's Smoking Room Lost Its Special Permit, so Smoking Is Outdoors Only Now
    Contact the Check-In Desk or Information Service for an Escort through the Airport; Disabled Parking Is Free for the First 3 Hours in Car Parks P2, Garage and Tesla Parking

    A Free Gaming Zone with the Latest Consoles Sits in Tesla Square, and a Paid Fast Lane Voucher for Faster Passport Control Costs EUR 5 at the Ground-Floor Information Desk

    // Overnight Stay

    Where Can I Sleep at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport?

    Find On-Airport and Nearby Hotel Options, How to Reach Them from Arrivals, Expected Nightly Rates, and Practical Booking Tips for Late Arrivals or Early Departures

    Hotels Nearby
    2 Available
    Near AirportBEG · H1

    Airport Hotel Garni

    How to Reach
    Paid Shuttle on Request, EUR 18 Each Way
    Location
    Topolska 1, Surčin, about 3 Minutes from the Terminal
    Best For
    A Short Stopover Close to the Terminal

    Free WiFi and Private Parking on Site; Book the Shuttle Time Directly with the Hotel

    Near AirportBEG · H2

    Hollywoodland Wellness & Spa Hotel

    How to Reach
    Paid Shuttle Available on Request
    Location
    Surčinska 19b, New Belgrade, about 5 Minutes from the Terminal
    Best For
    A Longer Layover with a Pool and Wellness Area

    Guests Can Use the Indoor and Outdoor Aquapark and the Sauna and Steam Bath Free of Charge

    There Is No Hotel inside the Terminal Itself; Air Serbia Has Laid Foundations for One Opposite the Airport, Alongside Its New Head Office Due in 2027

    // City Transfer

    How Do I Get from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport to Belgrade?

    Bus & Train at Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    See Exact Route Options, Departure Points, Schedule Windows and Ticket Tips for Getting to the Center after Landing

    Bus Connection

    72

    Free City Bus, Line 72

    30 to 40 min
    Departure Stop
    The Stop outside the Terminal Shared with Lines 71 and 75
    Arrival Stop
    Zeleni Venac, by the City Centre Market
    Schedule
    Every 15 to 20 min · About 4 am to Just after Midnight, Daily
    Ticket
    Free of Charge, No Ticket Needed

    Lines 72N, 600 and 607 Are Also Free and Reach Republic Square, the Main Railway Station and Banovo Brdo; Public Transport in Belgrade Has Been Free since January 2025

    BEG · 72 · Free City Bus, Line 72
    A1

    A1 Express Minibus

    About 30 min
    Departure Stop
    The Minibus Stop outside the Terminal Building
    Arrival Stop
    Slavija Square, on Kralja Milutina Street
    Schedule
    Every 20 min · Daily, Morning to Late Evening
    Ticket
    RSD 400 One Way, Cash to the Driver

    A Little Faster than the Free City Bus and Worth It When the Queue for Line 72 Is Long; Dinars Only, No Card

    BEG · A1 · A1 Express Minibus
    // Ground Transport

    Taxi, Ride Apps and Car Rental

    Compare the Main Door-To-Door Options after Landing, Including Official Taxi Pickup Points, Ride-Hailing Availability and On-Airport Rental Counters

    Ride Apps
    CarGo, Yandex Go
    Rental Companies
    10 Available

    Regular Taxi

    Pickup Point
    The Designated Taxi Stand Directly in Front of the Arrivals Terminal
    Travel Time to Center
    30 to 45 min
    Payment Methods
    Cash in Dinars; Some Drivers Also Take Cards at the Stand

    Ride Apps

    CarGo
    Around the Clock across Belgrade and Surčin
    PricingIn-App Fare Shown before You Ride, Paid by Card in the App
    Pickup PointThe Ride-Hail Area on the Arrivals Kerb, the Same Forecourt as the Taxi Rank
    NotesUber and Bolt Do Not Operate in Serbia, so This Is the Main App-Based Alternative to a Taxi
    BEG · Ride Hail · CarGo
    Yandex Go
    Around the Clock across Belgrade and Surčin
    PricingIn-App Fare Shown before You Ride, Paid by Card in the App
    Pickup PointThe Ride-Hail Area on the Arrivals Kerb, the Same Forecourt as the Taxi Rank
    NotesA Driver Has to Accept the Trip and Find You at the Kerb, Less Predictable than the Taxi Queue
    BEG · Ride Hail · Yandex Go

    Car Rental

    Europcar
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    BEG · Rental Desk · Europcar
    SIXT
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    BEG · Rental Desk · SIXT
    Avis
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    Hours
    Daily 08:00-20:00
    BEG · Rental Desk · Avis
    Budget
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    Hours
    Daily 08:00-20:00
    BEG · Rental Desk · Budget
    Hertz
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    Hours
    Daily 08:00-21:00
    BEG · Rental Desk · Hertz
    Enterprise National Alamo
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    BEG · Rental Desk · Enterprise National Alamo
    Dollar
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    BEG · Rental Desk · Dollar
    Goldcar
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    BEG · Rental Desk · Goldcar
    Green Motion
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    BEG · Rental Desk · Green Motion
    Carwiz
    Desk Location
    Terminal 1 and the Terminal 2 International Arrivals Hall
    BEG · Rental Desk · Carwiz

    Ten Brands Hold Counters at the Airport; Only Avis, Budget and Hertz Publish Opening Hours, so Confirm the Desk Time When You Book

    // Airport FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions about Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport

    One Building Today. Piers A and C Share a Central Hall Added in 2021 with One Security Checkpoint, so Write-Ups Describing Separate Terminals Are Out of Date
    About 18 km, in the Suburb of Surčin West of Belgrade. The Drive Takes 30 to 45 min Depending on Traffic, and the Free City Bus Takes 30 to 40 min
    Free City Bus Line 72 to Zeleni Venac, Running about Every 15 to 20 min from Early Morning to Just after Midnight. Public Transport in Belgrade Has Been Free since January 2025
    Not yet. A New Rail Line to the Airport Is under Construction and Was Targeted for a Spring 2027 Opening at the Time of Writing, so No Train Currently Runs There
    A Fixed City of Belgrade Fare: From RSD 2,300 for Central Zones to RSD 9,900 Furthest Out. Collect the Voucher from an e-kiosk in Baggage Claim before Joining the Queue
    No. Uber and Bolt Do Not Operate in Serbia. CarGo and Yandex Go Are the Local App-Based Alternatives, Picking Up from the Same Kerb Area as the Taxi Rank
    At Least Two and a Half Hours before Departure. The Exit Gate Is Not Printed on the Boarding Pass and Is Only Shown on the Monitors 70 to 120 Minutes before the Flight
    From RSD 300 an Hour in the Covered Garage to RSD 400 an Hour at P1, Nearest the Terminal. Tesla Parking, Further Out with a Free Shuttle, Is Cheapest for a Full Day at RSD 500
    Yes, the Business Lounge between Gates A4 and A5 Takes Priority Pass, Open Daily 5 am to 11 pm. Air Serbia’s Own Premium Lounge Nearby Serves Its Elite and Premium-Cabin Flyers
    Yes. Four More Gates Are Being Added to Pier C through May 2027, and a New Airport Rail Station Is under Construction Alongside It, so Parts of the Site Remain a Live Building
    // Know before You Go

    Travel Tips & Essential Information for Serbia

    Serbia Is a Balkan Country Known for Belgrade's Nightlife, Historic Monasteries, River Towns and Hearty Food. Both Cyrillic and Latin Script Are in Everyday Use, and Getting around the Major Cities Is Straightforward Even with Limited English

    Serbia AT A GLANCE
    Serbia
    LanguageSerbian
    Capital CityBelgrade
    CurrencySerbian Dinar (RSD)
    Time ZoneCET, CEST
    Emergency112 · 192 · 193 · 194
    Driving SideRight
    Plug TypeType C and Type F
    Voltage230 V, 50 Hz
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    Official Languages: Serbian

    English Is Common among Younger People and in Tourist-Facing Businesses in Belgrade, Novi Sad and Other Larger Towns. In Smaller Towns and Rural Areas It Is More Limited, so Offline Maps, Translation Apps and Your Hotel Address Written Down Are Useful Backups

    Mobile Network: Coverage Is Strong in Cities and along Main Roads, with 4G Available Almost Everywhere and 5G Now Reaching Belgrade, Novi Sad and Other Major Cities since Operators Switched It on in December 2025. Older 2G and 3G Still Run Everywhere, so an Older Handset Will Connect. Rural and Mountainous Areas Can Be Less Consistent

    Roaming/SIM/eSIM: EU and UK Mobile Plans Do Not Automatically Cover Serbia the Way They Cover the EU Itself, since Talks to Extend "Roam Like at Home" Here Only Opened in 2026 and No Agreement Is in Force yet. Check Your Provider's Serbia Rate before Relying on Roaming. A Local SIM Needs Passport Registration and Is Often Cheapest for a Longer Stay, While an eSIM Is Convenient for Arriving Already Connected — Compare Data Prices for Both before Deciding

    Cards Are Accepted across Most of Belgrade, Novi Sad and Larger Hotels, Restaurants and Supermarkets, with Contactless Common at Bigger Chains. Dinars Are the Required Currency for Everyday Shopping, Taxis and Bus Tickets by Law, so Euros Are Not a Substitute Even Though Banks and Exchange Offices Are Everywhere. Keep Some Cash for Kiosks, Markets, Small Cafes and Rural Areas

    Tipping Is Appreciated Rather than Obligatory. In Restaurants, 10 Percent Is Standard for Good Service, Usually Left in Cash or by Rounding Up the Bill. In Cafes and Bars, Rounding Up to the Next Round Number Is Typical. For Taxis, Round the Fare Up or Add about 10 Percent on a Longer Ride. Tips on a Card Often Do Not Reach the Staff, so Cash Is the More Reliable Way to Tip

    Plug Type: Type C and Type F

    Voltage: 230 V, 50 Hz

    Adapter: Travelers from Most of Continental Europe Do Not Need an Adapter, since Serbia Uses the Same Type C and Type F Sockets at 230 V. Visitors from the UK, Ireland, North America and Many Other Regions Need a Plug Adapter, and North American Devices Should Confirm 230 V Compatibility First

    Serbia Is Generally Manageable for Visitors, with the Usual City Risks of Pickpocketing, Taxi Overcharging and Late-Night Trouble around Nightlife Areas. Large Public Gatherings Can Form in Belgrade with Little Notice, so Keep an Eye on Local News. Road Safety Varies, so Take Extra Care outside Major Cities or in Winter Conditions

    • Use Official Radio Taxis with a Visible Registration Number, and Confirm the Fare before the Ride Starts
    • Watch Bags and Phones at Transport Hubs, Festivals and Nightlife Districts, Where Pickpockets Are Active
    • If Arriving from Kosovo, Get a Serbian Entry Stamp at an Airport or Another Border Crossing First, or Expect Refusal
    • Car Hire Firms Commonly Forbid Taking a Serbian-Plated Car into Kosovo, Albania or Bulgaria
    • Road Quality and Driving Style Vary Widely outside the Main Highways, so Stay Alert after Dark and in Rural Areas
    • Large Public Gatherings Can Form with Little Notice in Belgrade and Other Cities, so Keep Your Distance If One Forms

    Do

    • Carry Some Dinars in Cash for Small Purchases and Transport Fares
    • Validate Any Public Transport Ticket and Keep It until You Finish the Ride
    • Use Bank ATMs or Licensed Exchange Offices, and Check the Rate before Changing Money
    • Dress Modestly When Visiting Churches and Monasteries
    • Agree the Taxi Fare or Confirm the Meter before the Ride If Not Using an App
    • Keep a Serbian Entry Stamp in Your Passport If You Plan to Cross into Kosovo and Back

    Avoid

    • Do Not Expect Euros to Be Accepted for Everyday Purchases — Dinars Are the Rule by Law
    • Do Not Photograph Police, Military Sites or Personnel without Permission
    • Do Not Rely Only on Cards outside Belgrade and Novi Sad
    • Do Not Raise Kosovo or Regional Politics Casually — It Is a Sensitive Topic for Many
    • Do Not Leave Valuables Visible in a Parked Car

    Local Cultural Tips

    • Serbia's Official Script Is Cyrillic, but Latin Appears Everywhere in Shops, Menus and Social Media, Especially in Belgrade
    • A Polite Greeting Matters — a Simple Hello and Thank You in Serbian Go a Long Way in Shops and Cafes
    • Serbians Value Direct, Warm Conversation Once Introductions Are Made, and Hospitality toward Guests Runs Deep
    • Smoking Is Still Common in Cafes and Bars, so Ask about Seating If It Matters to You
    • Kosovo and Recent Political History Can Be a Sensitive Subject — Listen More than You Argue If It Comes Up
    • Greet Staff When Entering Small Shops or Cafes, and Say Goodbye When You Leave
    • Offer a Firm Handshake in Formal Settings, Though Greetings among Friends Are Warmer and More Relaxed
    • Wait to Be Shown to a Seat in More Traditional Restaurants or Private Homes
    • Keep Your Voice Moderate on Public Transport and in Residential Buildings at Night
    • Bring a Small Gift, Such as Sweets or Flowers, If Invited into Someone's Home
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