Love,
Gerry & Erik
Together with their families, Gergana Dicheva & Hendrik Nobel request the pleasure of your company at their marriage reception. The ceremony and subsequent festivities will be held on the 16th of August 2024, at Hyatt Regency Pravets near Sofia, Bulgaria.
We are very much looking forward to celebrating our BIG day with YOU!
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WELCOME
RSVP
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GUEST List
Since we have a limited number of seats, we kindly ask you to RSVP for you and a +1 guest that had received an official invite.
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Flights
Book your ticket to Sofia (SOF), Bulgaria. We do recommend our international guests to arrive the night before or, at the latest, in the morning of the wedding.
Transportation
Hyatt Pravets is 45 min away from Sofia. We have secured transport to and from the wedding venue. If you have requested it within your RSVP, we'll send you further instructions.
Accommodation
Your accommodation on the night of our wedding (August, 16th) is a compliment from us. All guests are welcome to extend their stay over the weekend.
Practicalities
keep an eye on the site for more details and updates
Children policy
While we absolutely adore your little ones, please keep in mind that the wedding will be an adult-only event.
we'll pre-book it for you!
thank you for filling out the rsvp form, we have saved you a seat!
Accommodation
Hyatt Regency Pravets
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HOW IT WORKS
To make things easier, we would book your stay based on the check-in and check-out dates you have provided us with. The hotel overnight in our wedding night, on August 16th, will be paid by us. If you are extending your stay, we will get in touch to settle any outstanding amount.
During your stay at Hyatt, you would be able to enjoy all hotel amenities including a spa, fitness centre, gourmet restaurants, a golf club, and a tennis court.
Note: breakfast is included in your room rate.
Do not
- NO white, ivory, light beige, or white-patterned styles (Note: white shirt for men is accepted)
- NO bright red or neon colors
- NO need for a full tuxedo
- NO beach dresses, shorts, or sweatpants
- NO jeans or ripped pants
- NO running shoes or flip-flops
- YES to shades of blue, green, and purple
- YES to floor-length gowns, formal cocktail dresses & jumpsuits
- YES to summer suits with tie/bow-tie in the color palette
- YES to neat shoes including loafers and dressy sneakers
Do
Dress code
What to wear
get outfit inspiration
Wedding Crew
maid of honor: DONA DICHEVA
#TeamBride is led by none other than the bride's sister. An essential part of the notorious duo Donche & Gergana, Dona is taking the maid of honor badge. Rest assured that the two sisters will be in the eye of the storm, making sure you are dancing like you mean it.
best man: ARTHUR NOBEL
#TeamGroom is equally led by groom's big brother. In his role of best man, Arthur is prepared to not only share his hard-earned marriage advice but also to engage in old Bulgarian traditions that may or may not involve dancing with a chicken...
wEDDING TIMELINE
TIMELINE
15 August 2024
16 august 2024
at a glance
rehearsal dinner
the wedding day
TIMELINE
TIMELINE
19:00
meet, greet, mingle
20:00
dinner
22:30
send-off (feel free to stay longer)
TIMELINE
REHEARSAL DINNER
dress code: casual chic
dresscode: casual chic
CLOSE TIMELINE
09:30
breakfast with the groom
10:30
free time
17:00
welcome drink
17:30
wedding ceremony
18:15
cocktail
22:30
first dance
23:00
cake
00:00
party
05:00
(optional) sleep
timeline
WEDDING DAY
CLOSE TIMELINE
20:00
dinner
dress code: black tie optional
Wedding Gifts
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all. Please do not feel obligated to give anything else as it would be difficult to take it back home to the Netherlands.
Should you feel inclined, a contribution towards our honeymoon would be sincerely appreciated.
For those of you preferring a bank transfer over cash:
BENEFICIARY: Mw G D Dicheva
IBAN: NL33 INGB 0749 9155 44
BIC: INGBNL2A
01. When should i arrive to attend the rehearsal dinner?
We are hosting a dinner for our international friends on August, 15th. This would be your opportunity to meet each other and get some useful tips about the wedding. We recommend that you arrive at the wedding venue by 18:00h, leaving you enough time to check in and refresh before you join us for dinner.
02. what would the weather be like in bulgaria?
You get to experience Bulgaria in its high summer season. August is traditionally hot and temperatures easily reach 30C°. Please pack your suitcase accordingly while not forgetting to get a light jacket, just in case.
03. is there an arranged transport to and from the wedding venue?
Yes, we have arranged transport from Sofia Airport to Hyatt Regency Pravets for August 15th, 17th, and 18th. Once you know your exact arrival time, please get in touch with us so we can pair you with other guests arriving around the same time.
FaQ
05. Can I bring an additional guest?
Since we have a limited number of seats, we kindly ask you to only bring guests which have received an official invite.
We have compiled some of the most frequently asked questions regarding the preparation and the wedding day itself. In case you still have unanswered questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
04. How do I arrange my accommodation?
No need to do that yourself. We have reserved a room for you at the Hyatt Regency Pravets for the duration of the stay you indicated in your RSVP form.
We are covering your accommodation for the wedding night of August 16th. Arriving earlier (for instance, for the rehearsal dinner) or extending your stay for the whole weekend is very much possible. For that you would be able to make use of our discounted rate.
06. What should I wear?
Dress to impress! The dress code is black-tie optional so consider it a good opportunity to show off your gorgeous gowns and suits. We encourage our guests to wear our color palette of shades of blue, green, and purple. Check the dedicated section for inspiration and guidance.
07. it is my first time in bulgaria, Is it possible to extend my stay?
Of course! For the adventure-seekers who are planning a road trip around Bulgaria, we more than happy to share a cheeky cheat sheet of things to do, places to be and food to enjoy.
Bulgaria
A FEW HELPFUL TIPS + TRICKS
Bulgaria
Bulgaria is the oldest country in Europe that hasn't changed its name since it was first established in 681 AD. The local population is a little under 7 million people, a third of which live in the capital, Sofia. Sofia itself was founded 7000 years ago, making it the second oldest city in Europe.
currency
Although it has been part of the EU since 2007, Bulgaria still uses its own currency - the Bulgarian lev (or "lion"). 1 BGN is approximately equal to 0.50 EUR. While you can pay by card in most places, we recommend having a few BGNs in your pocket.
food & drinks
You can not leave Bulgaria without trying the famous Bulgarian yogurt. You can cool down on hot days by drinking ayran (yogurt-based beverage) or tarator (cold yogurt-based soup with cucumbers). Order a Shopska salad to reinvent your love for proper tomatoes. Banitsa pastry is another non-negotiable, really. For breakfast, try to get your hands on some mekitsi with homemade jam. When out and about for dinner, do share a platter of grilled meat (skara) and veggies.
transportation
In Sofia city, the cheapest way to get around is by metro. The local taxi companies have apps that operate like Uber. Download either Yellow Taxi or TaxiMe from the app stores and you are good to go.
The most convenient way to travel around the country would be by car you can rent at the airport. Buses can be another alternative you can turn to.
things to do,
places to see
Sofia (free walking tour of sofia)
Bansko (Bezbog, Vihren, Koncheto)
Rila Monastery
The Seven Rila Lakes
Plovdiv Old Town
Veliko Turnovo (TSAREVETS FORTRESS)
Belogradchik Rocks
Devil's Throat Cave
Koprivshtitsa
Black Sea Coast (Sozopol, Nessebar, Varna)
