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Celje, Slovenia ranks as the 3rd largest city in the country, yet it is often overlooked as a tourist destination. We, too, might have skipped it if we had not heard about the incredible Celje Castle, which happens to be the largest medieval castle in Slovenia.… Read the rest
Fresh air. Clear water. Green forests. Towering mountains. Wide pastures. Deep gorges. Flourishing in nature. Lake Bohinj, Slovenia is uncomplicated and raw. Lake Bohinj is a postcard-picture scene, naturally designed in hues of unbelievable blues and shades of intense green.… Read the rest
For most people, the purpose of taking a train is to get from Point A to Point B. However, when there is a train that navigates through stunning landscapes, the sole reason for riding the rails can simply be for the scenery that passes by the window.… Read the rest
Kranj, Slovenia sits in the shadow of Ljubljana, just 18 miles away, but is often overlooked as a travel destination. In fact, on our first trip to Slovenia, the only time we saw Kranj was when we passed through on our way from Ljubljana to Lake Bled – but the town did catch our attention.… Read the rest
From the tip of the Piran Peninsula, the rocky Slovenian coastline trails east two and a half miles toward a protruding landmass of bulking cliffs covered in trees. The protected natural reserve, Strunjan Nature Park, is rich with diverse geological phenomena.… Read the rest
Lake Bohinj hiking trails are truly spectacular! The best hikes around Bohinj Lake take trekkers past deep gorges, up to beautiful waterfalls and out to gorgeous scenic viewpoints. Bohinj Lake – or Bohinjsko Jezero – is an absolute gem in Slovenia and the hiking trails are the highlight! … Read the rest
Maribor is Slovenia’s second largest city, but somehow often overlooked as a tourist destination. Granted, Ljubljana, seems to steal all of the attention, but there a many great things to do in Maribor! While there is no disputing that visiting Ljubljana for the city sights is a must, Maribor is distinctly different.… Read the rest
Like most cities in Slovenia, Ljubljana is very walkable. However, the quaint Ljubljana Old Town with it’s wide pedestrian-only streets that run along the Ljubljanica River are just the beginning of the places to walk near the city center. We think the best place for sunny day strolls are the lush inner-city Ljubljana parks. … Read the rest
Slovenia is a country rich in nature – from soaring mountains to lush forests to craggy coastline to crystal-clear rivers, lakes and streams to the gently rolling hills of the countryside. The small country can be traversed in a single day making nature easily attainable on quick day trips from the architecturally stunning and centrally-located capital city of Ljubljana.… Read the rest
Slovenia is not a big country; it roughly measures the size of the state of New Jersey. Shaped like a chicken facing east, the nation is wedged into the space between Italy, Austria, Hungary and Croatia. Although it doesn’t have a large landmass, it certainly has diverse landscapes: towering mountains, crystal-clear lakes, vibrant and historic cities, a dramatic coastline, massive caves, wide open farmland and hundreds of vineyards.… Read the rest