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WHY BOOK A TRIP TO SLOVENIA
Slovenia is a nation that sits neatly on the crossroads of Central Europe. Bordering Italy, Croatia, Austria and Hungary, it combines a Mediterranean coastline with Alpine heights and plenty of charming Medieval old towns.
It’s hard not to start at the gentle shores of Lake Bled, perhaps Europe’s prettiest lake, made especially pretty by the inconveniently placed church at its centre. Surrounded by immense greenery and endless natural beauty, Bled is merely the gateway to Slovenia’s majestic countryside.
The capital, Ljubljana, has all the quaint loveliness of a classic Central European city but without the hordes of tourists you’ll encounter in Prague or Vienna. Venture even further off the beaten path in Piran or Maribor, or opt for more countryside. From surreal cliff-side castles to even-more-surreal cave complexes, Slovenia is never short on surprises.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What’s the best time of year to visit Slovenia?
Unless you’re skiing in winter (December-February), most people consider the summer months (May-August) to be ideal for exploring Slovenia’s countryside and cities. Avid wild swimmers should opt for shoulder seasons to go for a dip in Lake Bled, when fewer tourists add to the natural wonder’s serenity.
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What’s the climate like in Slovenia?
While not the largest country, Slovenia has a varied landscape and climates range from alpine in the mountains to continental across large parts of the country and bordering-on-Mediterranean across the nation’s short coastline. Summers get hot, winters are cool and snowy at high altitude. Expect a wide range of weather types but nothing too extreme.
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What’s the currency in Slovenia?
Euro
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What language is spoken in Slovenia?
Slovenian, although a fair bit of Italian and Hungarian is also spoken in some areas, along with some other European languages.
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What’s the time difference in Slovenia?
The time zone in Slovenia is Central European Time (UTC+1), which means the time is one hour ahead of London, 6 hours ahead of New York and 9 hours ahead of LA.
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Major Airports in Slovenia:
- Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU)
- Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport (MBX)
- Portorož Airport (POW)
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What are the top places to visit in Slovenia?
- Lake Bled – truly gorgeous, with a charming island church in the middle, like the proverbial cherry on top
- Ljubljana –
- Predjama Castle – this epic Renaissance castle is built into a cave halfway up a sheer cliff face. Impregnable.
- Triglav National Park – Slovenia’s only national park does the heavy lifting for outdoor enthusiasts
- Postojna Cave – this spooky karst complex is extremely popular among tourists
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What are the top five local dishes to try in Slovenia?
- Štruklji – rolled dumplings that can have a variety of dumplings and be steamed, boiled or baked
- Kranjska Klobasa – a deeply meat, smoked staple of Slovenian life
- Prekmurska gibanica – poppy seeds, walnuts, apples and raisins star in this classic layered dessert
- River trout – best tasted fresh out of the water
- Slovenian honey – some of the best varieties in the world are produced here