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October 4th, 2022.Tom is on a holiday with two of his teacher friends in Arequipa, Peru. On a sunny Tuesday, they are enjoying one too many glasses of wine on a terrace when they spot a sign next to them saying that a chocolate workshop will start soon. With nothing planned for the rest of the day, they decide to join the workshop to learn more about the history of chocolate as well as make their own. Milena, on the other hand, has booked one too many days in Arequipa, and after seeing all the highlights, she doesn't know what to do here anymore. She remembered that the guide from her walking tour yesterday told her about this chocolate shop, where they also hold workshops. She decided to sign up for the same day. But wait! An hour or so later, she starts debating whether she should really go. Is it not strange to show up by herself at a romantic-couple workshop? She almost cancels, but, for the lack of having anything better to do, decides against it and goes. While not sitting next to each other (you can see Milena's leg in the picture if you look really well), the connection was instant. Milena thought to herself, 'I need to subtly invite myself to dinner with them after this workshop' whereas Tom thought the same, 'How do I get her to come to dinner with us?'. After the workshop, we started talking about life and noticed we have a lot of things in common! Legend says that at the dinner, Milena was kicking Tom under the table, trying to get his attention. Milena denies to this day that this happened. The next day, Tom sent Milena a message telling her he would love to take her out for dinner if she found herself back in Lima at some point. But Milena had no plans returning to Lima whatsoever; she already had her flight ticket to Costa Rica. But oh well, how could she pass on a date with Tom? So alas, she flies back to the city, and the rest is history.

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Accommodation

Pasarel Lake Club is a 30-minutes drive from Sofia. Feel free to book accommodation in the city, whether it is an Airbnb or hotel. Or check some of the suggestions down below!

Located in the heart of Sofia, just 164 feet from Sofia’s main shopping street and within a short walk of Sedrika Metro Station, Vitosha, Rila Hotel has a bar, a modern restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. It offers spacious rooms, most with views over the city and Vitosha Mountain. Free WiFi access is offered throughout. All rooms at Rila Hotel Sofia are equipped with air conditioning, mini bar and a kettle. They all include an private bathroom with shower, while some open out to a balcony or terrace. Some units have a separate living room and bedroom. Guests can taste modern cuisine at the KOTO restaurant, while classic cocktails can be enjoyed at the Diip Bar. The famous PM Club with DJ music, cocktails and lively atmosphere is located inside the hotel. Extra services include laundry and dry cleaning, while airport shuttle can also be arranged on request and at extra charge. The National Theater Ivan Vazov and the Serdika Metro Station are both a 7-minute walk away. The Aleksander Nevsky Cathedral and the National Palace of Culture can both be reached on foot in 20 minutes.

Hotel Rila Sofia

Hotel Central Point is set in the Yellow Pavement district in Sofia, 656 feet from Council of Ministers Building and 66 feet away from Serdika metro station, providing a direct connection to the airport, railway and bus stations. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some units include views of the mountain or garden. The rooms have a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Hotel Central Point features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge and gift shop at the property. Presidency is 984 feet from Hotel Central Point, while Archaeological Museum is 1312 feet from the property. The nearest airport is Sofia Airport, 4.3 mi from the property.

Hotel Central Point

Hotel "St. Sofia" **** is located on one of the most famous shopping streets, in the ideal center of Sofia and close to all administrative, governmental and banking institutions, as well as to all tourist attractions, landmarks, shopping centers, restaurants, cafes and nightclubs. The hotel is located in a very communicative place and is close to Serdika Metro Station is the central part of the city. Here you will find an incredible combination of architectural style from the end of the 19th century, with modern and cozy interior of the hotel rooms and a spacious lobby the perfect place for relaxation with free for hotel guests Wireless Internet. The hotel is convenient for your business customers and travel, as well as for getting acquainted with the cultural and historical heritage of the capital of Bulgaria. In the immediate vicinity there are many museums, churches, ancient excavations. With us you will receive the best service with individual attitude to each guest, according to his wishes and requirements.

Sveta Sofia Hotel

Transportation

Here are the different options for transportation: 1. Bus rented by us There will be a bus leaving from the center of Sofia, exact location and time to be determined. After the wedding, the bus will pick-up guests from the venue and the drop off point will be the same. 2. Taxi Since the venue is close to the city, you can hail a taxi from the street or order it through an app. App recommendations for taxi's:- TaxiMe Client- Yellow Taxi 91119- Taxi OK 3. Rental CarIf you are not planning to drink and want to have the flexibility, you can rent a car from the city. Reliable car rentals are:- Rent a Car- Spark (electric car service with cars all over the city, with the app you can reserve a car for a day or up to a week).

Travel

Turn your trip into a holiday!

If you are planning to make the most out of your Bulgaria trip, below are some recommendations of things to see and do.

Cultural Sightseeing 

One of Sofia’s most famous landmarks. Neo-Byzantine architecture with large golden domes. Free to view from outside; inside has beautiful frescoes.&nbsp;

Patriarchal Cathedral St. Alexander Nevsky

It is the main pedestrian boulevard in the center. Great for strolling, shopping, cafés, people watching. Ends toward Vitosha mountain views and NDK (National Palace of Culture).&nbsp;

Vitosha Boulevard

The museum is both a research institute and a museum, serving as the main archaeological research centre in Bulgaria. Its collections cover from remote prehistory (around 1,600,000 BC) through to the 18th century AD!

National Archeological Museum of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences

Sofia's biggest park in the city, ideal for a nice walk in nature

Borisova Gradina Park

Food & Drinks

If you want delicious traditional Bulgarian food, this is where you should go

Shtastlivetsa Restaurant - Vitoshka

An even more traditional Bulgarian restaurant in the mountain Vitosha, about 30 min drive from the city.

Vodenitzata

Another amazing restaurant recommendation

Restaurant "Staria Chinar"

Made in Blue

The Little Things

Manyy different types of gin's and yummy coctails

The Gin House

Not easy to spot from the street, but it's worth it!

5L Speakeasy bar

Nothing better than a cocktail in a park

The Cocktail Bar

Day Trips

UNESCO World Heritage site. Stunning monastery complex with frescoes, in beautiful natural surroundings. Easy to combine with other nature and mountain views.

Rila Monastery

Believe it or not, but Plovdiv is the oldest city in Europe! For that alone is worth the visit. The old town is very picturesque.

Old Town of Plovdiv

For the hikes and nature lovers out there, this is your place.

The Seven Rila Lakes

If you want to truly relax, go to a spa hotel in Velingrad (especially Kashmir). The region has many mineral springs (over 80) and thermal springs. These waters are used for bathing, spa treatments, wellness, etc. It has the nickname “Spa Capital of the Balkans.”

Velingrad Bulgaria

Known for it's wine, it is a small picturesque town with unique sandstone pyramid formations.

Viewing Point Melnik and Sand -Pyramids

Things to Do

Gifts

Gift

RSVP

Please RSVP by the beginning of May!

You being part of our wedding day is more than we can wish for! But if you would like to gift something, please just give us money, as it is easier for us to take when moving around the world! Bulgarian Guests: BG34BPBI79421027461401Milena Stoilova Dutch Guests: NL97 Rabo 0172 4790 52 M. Stoilova British Guests: 092289347090108 Thomas Dwelly International Guests: Paypal: milenagstoilova@gmail.comRevolut: @milenastoilovaaWise: @milenas658

Kids

This is a kid-free wedding for the little ones that are under 10 :)

Milena & Tom