When you go shopping in Slovenia, the supermarket shelves won’t make you dream at first glance. But if you look carefully, you’ll find some good traditional Slovenian products, made on the country’s farms. Here’s a […]
The 5 essential cycle routes for exploring Slovenia
I live in Slovenia and I love cycling. Here are my favourite cycle routes. I strongly advise you to include one or more of these cycle routes in your holiday programme . You’ll have a […]
31 maps to help you understand Slovenia
31 maps on its geography, history, climate, economy, etc. These maps will be of interest to anyone interested in Slovenia, or will help you prepare your holiday by providing a better understanding of the workings […]
8 souvenirs to bring back from Slovenia (local crafts and typical products)
Here, the most authentic and interesting souvenirs to bring back from Slovenia I find it increasingly difficult to find original souvenirs to bring back from your holiday. With globalisation and the deployment of the same […]
Bears in Slovenia: maps of the best places to see them and practical advice
Slovenia is bear country. Nearly 954 bears live in the forests of southern Slovenia (Kocevje forest) These plantigrades – Ursus arctos – roam in their hundreds across the southern half of Slovenia, and their numbers […]
Roman baths in Slovenia (Rimske terme)
In eastern Slovenia, you’ll find plenty of thermal baths, and if you’re coming in winter or autumn, I’d recommend relaxing in the warm waters of Slovenia’s spas. One of the best spas in Slovenia is […]
16 Essential Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday in Slovenia
This article ensures a wonderful stay in Slovenia, free from the usual travel hassles I’ve been writing and constantly updating this travel guide to Slovenia for over ten years now. Based on feedback from readers […]
The Ljubljana market: a must-see!
This huge market is the place to start your visit to Ljubljana! The Ljubljana market is at the heart of the Slovenian capital. It is at the foot of the castle. It takes place every […]
The best experiences for couples visiting Slovenia
Slovenia is an excellent destination for two. Here, life flows smoothly, the activities you can do are incredibly varied (sea, mountains, capital, vineyards, emerald rivers, lakes…), and the food is excellent throughout the country. If […]
Visiting Lake Bled: 5 mistakes not to make in 2026
Very specific advice for a great day out at Lake Bled Lake Bled is one of Slovenia’s picture postcard landscapes. Lake Bled is one of Slovenia’s most famous postcard landscapes. I’ve been there many times, […]