Dear Friends & Colleagues,

We wish you a warm welcome to our BSH Start Up 2025 event here in Zagreb!

We are very happy to spend the next days with you, filled with productive meetings and educational presentations, combined with interesting city tour, exciting gourmet experiences and, of course, a memorable party to end this great meet-up.

Let’s learn, enjoy and celebrate together!

Sincerely,
BSH Team Croatian

MEET ZAGREB

Immerse in this vibrant city
Zagreb is the capital of Croatia, city situated on the slopes of Medvednica Hill (Zagrebačka Gora) to the north and the floodplain of the Sava River to the south. It is the historic and political threshold between East and West, and illustrates both the continental and Mediterranean spirit of the nation it spearheads. 

THE HISTORY

Zagreb has a tumultuous history that dates back to the Roman times, when two medieval Hungarian settlements, Gradec and Kaptol, were established in the area. The two settlements had undergone different rulings throughout history, but ended up joining together in the 19th century. As the two towns combined, the city rapidly expanded and town squares and other nowadays recognizable public buildings began to form. 

In 1945, Zagreb was declared the capital of Croatia, and today Zagreb is the highest populated and the biggest city in Croatia, as well as country’s cultural, scientific, economic, political and administrative centre.

THE NAME

The legend behind the name Zagreb says that a weary passing knight struck his sword into the dry ground to reveal water rushing from the crack that was made. The knight called to a local girl called Manda and said “Mando, dušo, zagrabi vode” (“Manda, dear, grab me some water“). The word zagrabi (grab) is where the name Zagreb is believed to have come from.

THE VIBE

Today, Zagreb is a city that is simultaneously vibrant and still, urban and green, a city that has much to offer, both at night and during the day, a city whose streets beckon you to explore them in detail, a city that warmly invites all those who wish to get to know it, and a city that will surely fulfill your expectations.

THE PEOPLE

Over the centuries, the city was inhabited by people coming from all over Europe; and, in recent years, by people coming from different parts of Croatia, ensuring a rich cultural life. In this city, you can easily meet remarkable people, make new friends and enjoy their hospitality.

THE CITY TOUR

If you visit Zagreb for the first time, start exploring the city’s hidden corners, culinary offer, history, people, and their way of living. We recommend walking tours that will take you to Ban Jelačić Square, Tkalčićeva Street, Zagreb Upper Town, Stone Gate, Saint Mark’s Church, Lotrščak Tower, Zrinjevac Park, Croatian State Archives, Zagreb City Museum, Dolac market… Immerse in this beautiful and vibrant city!

THE FOOD

Zagreb gastronomy scene is a blend of different influences brought about by the city’s tumultuous history and its residents. Zagreb is also a place where the many Croatian regional cuisines converge, oftentimes picking and choosing the best of each. To explore that rich symphony of flavours and aromas that define our city, we encourage you to check some of the best restaurants in the city’s centre.

Forty two by Mime’s
Cuisine: Italian, Croatian, French
Address: Petrinjska 42
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Ristorante Carpaccio
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Address: ul. Nikole Tesle 14
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KAI Street Food Bar
Cuisine: Fusion, Street Food
Address: Jurišićeva ulica 2A
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Sopal
Cuisine: Contemporary, Healthy
Address: ul. Nikole Tesle 12
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Good Food
Cuisine: Salads, Bowls, Burgers
Address: ul. Nikole Tesle 7
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Restoran Korčula
Cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Croatian
Address: ul. Nikole Tesle 17
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Ribice i tri točkice
Cuisine: Seafood, Mediterranean, European, Healthy, Croatian
Address: ul. Nikole Tesle 17
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Fast Food Pingvin
Cuisine: Quick Bites, Fast Food
Address: ul. Nikole Tesle 7
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Korica 
Cuisine: Café & pastry shop
Address: Preradovićeva ulica 39
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MEET ESPLANADE ZAGREB HOTEL

Wake up in the city’s most stylish, prestigious and iconic hotel in Zagreb!

Elizabeth Taylor, Anita Ekberg, Maria Callas, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, David Beckham, Sting, Shakira, Orlando Bloom, Prince Albert of Monaco, Princess Anne… are just some of the famous people who stayed in this most elegant and luxurious hotel in Zagreb and the region. And you are about to experience the same stylish luxury, genuine hospitality, comfort and gastronomy!

Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, an architectural gem located in the heart of this historic city within easy reach of key attractions, celebrates 100th year of its existence. It’s timeless elegance, sophistication and charm, which back in 1925 attracted passengers of the famous Orient Express, today is considered an elite venue and cultural historic icon of Zagreb.

Esplanade Zagreb Hotel combines art deco glamour with every contemporary convenience and offers supreme luxury, private sanctuaries, wellbeing treatments and facilities, as well as imaginative cuisine presided over by talented Chef Ana Grgić Tomić.

Enjoy the hotel’s fairytale exterior and gracious guest accommodation, feeling like a VIP! And don’t forget to try the hotel’s best Štrukli (local delicacy) in town!

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PRICES:

60€ /night per person (Double room)

1. 50€ /night per person single room upgrade -individual nonrefundable cost
2. 1,60€ /night per person tourist tax
3. 228€  /person “event fee”
   Room price includes:
4. Free WiFi
5. Free access to Health Club (Sauna & Fitness)

CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Check-in: from 3:00 PM
Check-out: until 12:00 PM
Recommendation: Check out earlier or use digital check-out, and avoid the crowd at the reception desk

PARKING

There is a public parking garage situated within the shopping centre called Important Centre, just next to the hotel. The price is 2 €/h and everybody needs to take an individual ticket when entering the underground parking space.

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An electric charging station is also available in the hotel's parking lot. Parking spaces for electric cars will be communicated with the hotel itself.
Price: 30€ per day (charging included)

SECOND DINNER VENUE

Did you know that Zagreb has it’s own sea? Well, it’s not ‘a sea’ per se, but more a large lake. Jarun lake is located in a multipurpose recreational sports centre, that offers relaxation by day and parties by night.

Located in the south of the city, Jarun is a popular getaway for residents at any time of the year.

Jarun is a man-made lake centrepieced by a string of verdant islands, ideal for all kinds of outdoor activities and a perfect setting for June’s INmusic festival, that every year brings some of the best international music stars in our city!

Jarun lake is the largest entertainment centre in Zagreb and we are taking you there for a great party night in the Restaurant Lido.

With it’s beautiful interior, magical view on Jarun lake, welcoming and friendly staff, gourmet food and great music, Restaurant Lido will host a party to remember!

IT'S PARTY TIME!
Dinner and party in Restaurant Lido @Jarun

ORGANIZATION TEAM

Nina Sabljić	+385916146120
Rovile Mladen	+385992317124
Ostojić Petra	+385916017041
Sliško Antun	+385997334703
Slunjski Eduard	+385992671688
Pogledić Juraj	+385915409032
TAXI	+38511717
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