8. – 14. 6. 2020
Coronavirus in Slovenia: Gatherings of up to 500 people allowed
Slovenian government reports that since the epidemic ended there was a total of 1,488 confirmed cases with Coronavirus in Slovenia. The death toll due to Coronavirus is at 109 and luckily hasn’t changed. Slovenia conducted around 83,300 tests for Coronavirus. Read more …
BEST OF SLOVENIA IN SUMMER 2020
Summer is officially here in Slovenia, despite the weather not getting the memo just yet and Coronavirus wanting to stick around the continent for a few more moments. We hope summer will make it up make it with some high temperatures quickly and blow away the virus. We are bravely soldiered on though, and our editorial team still managed to get together the strength to organize our annual Best of Summer in Slovenia competition for 2020. Read more …
Top Museums in Slovenia
Number one on our list of top 10 museums in Slovenia is the National Gallery of Slovenia. Housed inside a fabulous late 19th-century neo-Renaissance palace designed by the Czech architect František Edmund Škabrout and with extra space in a modern wing, this wonderful gallery features the very best Read more …
TOP Slovenia Interview: Melinda Rebrek
Melinda Rebrek grew up in the TV and film production scene. She worked as Executive Producer, Editor in Chief, and everything in between. She is one of the most experienced Event managers in Slovenia, who is specialized in fashion shows, corporate and gala events. She owns a production company Pirana Productions with a team, whose experience Read more …
Top 10 Adventures in Slovenia
Do you seek adventure on your travel? Do you like exploring and trying out new things while visiting a new country? If the answer is yes, then we got something for you. Visit Slovenia and discover the top 10 adventures in Slovenia with us! Red more …
What does Luka Košir think about the Michelin in Slovenia?
Luka Košir, one of the best and most original (not to mention talented) Slovenian chefs, has transformed Gostilna Grič into one of the most desirable goals of lovers of fine cuisine in Slovenia. Today we asked Luka Košir what he thinks about the arrival of the Michelin Guide to Slovenia. Read more …
Sevnica Castle Cellar / Posavje / Bizeljsko Wine Region
While Slovenia may very well have more castles per capita than any other country in the world, few if any can match Sevnica’s when it comes to the sheer number of things to see and do within its walls. The castle’s wine cellar is so well-presented that even abstinent visitors may
want to have a look. Read more …
The Slovenia Restaurants: Top 201
THE Slovenia Restaurants top 201 predstavlja najboljše iz slovenske kuhinje sodobnih kuharskih šefov in restavracij.
1. – 7. 6. 2020
Coronavirus in Slovenia: New infections with COVID-19
The Coronavirus epidemic has officially ended in Slovenia. However, there are still certain restrictions in place alongside social distancing. New infections were confirmed among school pupils last week. Read more …
Repnice Wine Cellar / Posavje / Bizeljsko Wine Region
One of Slovenia’s most awe-inspiring – yet largely unknown – attractions are the repnice wine cellars of the Bizeljsko area, which were only ‘discovered’ some two decades ago after over ten million years in the making. All film poster hyperbole aside Read more …
TOP 10 Fashion Secrets in Ljubljana
Ljubljana is without a doubt a trendy city. It might not be a fashion capital such as Paris, Milan, New York, or London, but Ljubljana does boast itself with amazing fashion and design stores. Read more …
Top experiences: Ziplining in Slovenia
Ziplining in Slovenia is one of the top experiences one can have while on holidays in the country on the sunny side of Alps. You will fly like a bird across the beautiful unspoiled Slovenian nature below. Read more …
Top 10 Museums in Ljubljana
Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia, and indisputably probably the cultural capital of the country as it has the highest number of museums in Slovenia. Visit the top 10 museums in Ljubljana and discover the rich Slovenian tradition and history, alongside the many talented Slovenia artists. Red more …
Solo Trip in Slovenia: Ljubljana
A few months ago, just before Coronavirus spread in Slovenia, Ljubljana was named as the best city for solo travelers. If you are planning on traveling to Slovenia solo, make sure Ljubljana is on your travel bucket list. Read more …
TOP Glamping Resorts in Slovenia
Camping is so last season (or so they say). Forget your tents and sleeping bags at home and spend your next holidays in Slovenia in a unique type of accommodation, which combines a bit of luxury for pampering your senses and sleeping under the stars. Read more …
Top 10 Restaurants from Alpine Slovenia
Find out which top 10 restaurants from Alpine Slovenia are the finalists at The Slovenia Restaurant Awards 2020! We would like to congratulate the top Slovenian restaurants from Alpine Slovenia! Read more …
THE Slovenia Book: Top 100 Destinations (3rd Edition)
THE Slovenia Book is packed with tips and advice from our experienced foreign journalists who reside in the country. It doesn’t matter what type of trip you are going on, THE Slovenia Book is a reat companion on any visit to Slovenia and is the perfect souvenir to take home with you.
25. – 31. 5. 2020
Coronavirus in Slovenia: Major easing of restrictions on Monday, while the parliament debates third coronavirus package
The curve of Coronavirus in Slovenia is flattening out, however, the death toll has risen again. There are no new infections with Coronavirus in Slovenia while the government is trying to reopen the borders for EU residents. Read more …
TOP Caves in Slovenia
Did you know Slovenia has around 10,000 caves and underground systems? This week we take you on an underground trip to the top caves in Slovenia that you simply cannot miss while visiting Slovenia. Read more …
What does Ana Roš think about Michelin in Slovenia?
Ana Roš is the amazing chef of Hiša Franko, who has turned a traditional country inn that Valter’s parents used to run into a world-class fine dining restaurant and guesthouse that is helping put Slovenia on the world culinary map. Today we asked Ana Roš what she thinks about the arrival of the Michelin Guide to Slovenia. Read more …
Top 5 Adrenaline sports in Slovenia
Do you enjoy getting a bit of an adrenaline rush or are you an adrenaline “junkie”? If the answer is yes, then Slovenia has to be on your bucket list. Get your adrenaline going and make your heart pound faster with the top adrenaline sports in Slovenia. Read more …
The Column with Simone B. Michielen: Welcome to the new normal
After weeks of social isolation, fantasizing about going out, meeting friends, and just breathing freely, the moment came that I was able to book a restaurant and go out for lunch! Who would have thought that this would be a moment to remember and even be grateful for. I most certainly didn’t. It now seems as if I, and probably a lot of people with me, took a lot of things for granted and excited as a child I took the vouchers I collected and started to think about where to go first. Even that suddenly became a big decision! Red more …
Vinarium Lendava
Vinarium Lendava is a tower standing over 50m into the air, offering all who reach the top an unrivalled 360° view of the local area. Visitors can climb 240 stairs or take a lift to the observation deck, where on clear days you can see the lowlands and hills of Slovenia, Hungary, Croatia and Austria. Read more …
The Slovenia Restaurant Awards 2020 is almost here
As you might know, a lot of events in Slovenia were postponed or canceled due to the Coronavirus epidemic in Slovenia. Even though, Slovenia officially called an end to the epidemic a few weeks back, the restrictions are still in place, at least when it comes to social events and “hanging out”. Bigger events, like ours. Read more …
Top 10 Restaurants from Ljubljana & Central Slovenia
Find out which top 10 restaurants from Ljubljana & Central Slovenia are the finalists at The Slovenia Restaurant Awards 2020! We would like to congratulate the top Slovenian restaurants from Ljubljana & Central Slovenia! Read more …
The Slovenia Restaurants: Top 201
THE Slovenia Restaurants top 201 predstavlja najboljše iz slovenske kuhinje sodobnih kuharskih šefov in restavracij.
18. – 24. 5. 2020
BREAKING NEWS: Talks on border crossing deals with neighboring countries underway
Slovenia declared the end of the Coronavirus epidemic last week, however, the number of infected people in the world is still rising. According to the data, there are more than 5 million people infected with Coronavirus at this moment. The Coronavirus epidemic in Slovenia, which has claimed 105 lives, has all but died down with just one or no cases with Coronavirus in Slovenia recorded daily for the past 8 days. Read more …
The story of Melania Trump
Melania Trump (formerly known as Melanija Knavs and Melania Knauss) was born on April 26 in 1970 in Sevnica, Slovenia, where she also grew up. Her father, Viktor Knavs worked as a car and motorcycle dealer for a state-owned vehicle manufacturer near Novo Mesto in Slovenia. Read more …
The Michelin Guide will reveal the Slovenian recipients of Michelin Stars in June
It is official, the famous French restaurant guide Michelin will be announcing the first-ever Slovenian recipient(s) of Michelin Stars in Slovenia on June 16 2020.
The French restaurant guide Michelin was supposed to announce the first recipients of Michelin Stars in Slovenia back in March. However, the reveal was postponed due to the Coronavirus epidemic. Read more …
Top stories from Slovenia
hose who had the opportunity to visit Slovenia in the past know that our gem on the sunny side of Alps looks like a storybook destination filled with treasures, which are just waiting to be uncovered. Discover stories from Slovenia and learn interesting things about the most unique Slovenian treasures. Read more …
TOP Slovenia Interview: John William Bills
Born in Mid Wales in the middle of the 1980s, a combination of boredom and tragedy saw John William Bills up sticks and head to the Balkans in search of absolutely nothing in particular. Author of ‘An Illustrated History of Slavic Misery’, John William Bills enjoys extremely slow music and Japanese professional wrestling. Red more …
Top Slovenian wines
Slovenia has been recognized as one of the top wine-growing countries in the world as there are plenty of opportunities to taste and toast with an amazing glass of wine. In this article, we introduce you to the top Slovenian wines. Read more …
TOP 5 Most Instagrammable Lakes in Slovenia
Slovenia is known for its amazing and picturesque lakes. If you are looking for an amazing photo opportunity at Slovenian Lakes, here are our top 5 most Instagrammable lakes. Read more …
Top 10 Restaurants from Thermal Pannonian Slovenia
Eastern Slovenia is a land of wide, open fields and rolling landscapes, storks, wind-rattles, floating mills, healing waters, energy points, picturesque rolling vineyards, unique traditions and dialects, and, most importantly, it’s home to warm and hospitable people. Read more …
THE Slovenia Book Woman`s edition
Not only does this hardcover special edition showcase how beautifully diverse our country is, the Top 100 Women Limited Edition brings you 15 exclusive interviews and features from some of Slovenia´s most influential women today. These women are: Ajša Vodnik, Ana Roš, Danica Purg, Irena Kos, Iza Login, Jerca Legan Cvikl, Katarina Čas, Ksenja Benedetti, Laura Unuk, Maja Mikek, Maja Pak, Marta Kos, Mateja Benedetti, Sonja Šmuc and Uršula Cetinski.
11. – 17. 5. 2020
BREAKING NEWS: Slovenia declares the end of Coronavirus epidemic
Slovenia declared the end of Coronavirus epidemic. The current epidemiological situation with Coronavirus in Slovenia “makes it possible to relax measures that were urgent to contain and manage COVID-19, but they cannot yet be completely abolished,” the Government Communications Office said in a press release after Wednesday’s session. Read more …
The Slovenia now on Google News
If you are looking for the latest news from Slovenia, then look no further. We are now available on Google News. Find the latest Slovenian news on Google News. The Slovenia on Google news will keep you up to date with all the news from Slovenia. We will also keep you informed about the current situation with Coronavirus in Slovenia, safety measures, and precautions in regard to the epidemic. Read more …
Summer holiday 2020: When, where, and how to travel this holiday season?
How will traveling look like after Coronavirus? When you be able to travel around Europe? Where will you be able to travel after Coronavirus? Governments around the world are taking preventive measures for traveling amid the Coronavirus epidemic. But the questions on how will traveling look like after Coronavirus, when will we be able to start traveling and where still remain. Read more …
Croatia to opening borders with Slovenia
The Croatian government is currently debating on opening Croatian borders with Slovenia in the middle of May. More specifically the aim is to open Croatian borders with Slovenia on May 18, 2020. The Croatian borders have been closed down due to the Coronavirus epidemic. Prime Minister Andrej Plenković announced … Read more …
TOP Slovenia Interview: KAJA SAJOVIC
Kaja Sajovic is the most prominent food journalist in Slovenia, who travels around the world, tasting amazing foreign cuisines and wine. Did we mention she is also a sommelier? Kaja Sajovic has written for both domestic and foreign magazines like Slovenia Times, Fine Dining Lovers, Turkish Gasterea, and more. Red more …
Top Slovenian wine: Orange wine
Orange wines represent a relatively small, but very important niche in the global and Slovenian wine market because respect for tradition combined with modern wine production insights have proven to be a winning formula for both producers and consumers. Orange wines are well known in Slovenia. Orange wines became popular a few decades ago, however, the orange wines are nothing new, as the first orange wines were drunk some 6,000 years ago in Georgia. The revival of this ancient process of orange wine production in Slovenia has occurred in the last twenty years. Read more …
The story of the Lipizzan horse in Slovenia
The story of the Lipizzan or Lipizzaner horse is similar to the story of the ugly duckling. Lipizzan horses in Slovenia are born black and as they get older their fur turns white. We bet you haven’t seen a horse like that before. Unless you own a Lippizan horse of course. Lipizzan horses or “Lipicanci” as they are called in Slovenia live in the Lipica Stud Farm, which is the oldest and largest continuously operating stud farm in the world, which was established in 1580. Read more …
SEČOVLJE SALINA
One of the last traditional saltworks on the Mediterranean. One upon a time, salt was one of the most sought-after commodities in the world. The phrase ’not worth his salt’ had to have come from somewhere, and it turns out that origin dates back to when a Roman soldier had his salary cut (even the word ‘salary’ is derived from ‘sal’, Latin for salt). In the Roman times of course, part of the soldier’s wage was paid in salt because … Read more …
Top 10 Restaurants from Mediterranean and Karst Slovenia
While the Mediterranean towns of Piran, Izola, and Koper entice visitors with their medieval town centers, Portorož invites them with its holiday attractions. Salt harvesters can be seen hard at work on the Sečovlje Salt Pans, and the Karst with Postojna Cave, Škocjan Caves, and Vilenica cave boasts the most stunning underground worlds on the planet. This region is also home to the noble Lipizzaner horse. Read more …
THE Slovenia Wine: Top 125 Experiences
Award-winning vintages, eccentric winemakers, charming villages, castle wine tastings, fairy tale vineyard weddings, unforgettable tours and much more.
4. – 10. 5. 2020
Coronavirus in Slovenia: Only one new infection with Coronavirus
The curve of Coronavirus infections is flattening out, with only one new case with Coronavirus in Slovenia confirmed yesterday, out of 1,055 testes conducted. The total number of confirmed cases with Coronavirus in Slovenia is at 1,449. The Slovenian death toll has risen to 99 cases. Read more …
How will traveling after the Coronavirus pandemic look like?
Coronavirus will bring some changes to our future travel plans. Who will travel and where after the Coronavirus pandemic ends? When it will be safe to travel again and how?
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has released a statement on what the “new normal” will look like as countries begin to end their Coronavirus lockdowns and ease travel restrictions that were put in place due to the pandemic. Read more …
Slovenia among the top 10 safest countries in the world
Robert Klun is a man of many titles and wearer of just as many hats: award-winning architect and designer, ex president and member of the board of Design Association of Slovenia, CEO of his family company Klun Ambienti, world traveller, avid golfer and an all-around cool and creative individual. Most recently he headed the architectural team that was awarded the prestigious project of designing the Slovenian national pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai. Read more …
TOP Slovenia Interview: IZTOK ALTBAUER
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Iztok Altbauer, Managing Director of the Slovenian Spas Association. Read the full interview here. With its none-more-enviable geographical position and geological diversity, it should come as no surprise that Slovenia has … Red more …
Gjerkeš winery / Prekmurje Wine Region
Surrounded by the lush green forests of the Goričko Nature Park, the Gjerkeš family estate lies just a few hundred metres from the Austrian border in the northwest corner of Slovenia’s unique Prekmurje region. The vineyard primarily produces a range of excellent award-winning (Decanter, Chardonnay du Monde, AWC Vienna) whites, including Chardonnay, some fresh crisp Reislings and an excellent Yellow Muscat. Read more …
Slovenia in a new Netflix series
This Netflix series that features Slovenia is about three food and design experts, who travel the world to revive failing restaurants by connecting them to the local culture beyond their gorgeous views. Read more …
Top 10 Adventures in Slovenia
Do you seek adventure on your travel? Do you like exploring and trying out new things while visiting a new country? If the answer is yes, then we got something for you. Visit Slovenia and discover the top 10 adventures in Slovenia with us. Read more …
Top 10 Restaurants from Alpine Slovenia
You can feel the beauty of green Slovenia as you enjoy a view of the famous Lake Bled and the beloved Lake Bohinj. The region spreads out from the Julian Alps, Triglav National Park, to the renowned holiday destination of Kranjska Gora, Zelenci natural reserve, the stunning region of Koroška, or visit the emerald Soča River Valley, the mighty Kamnik and Savinja Alps to green Pohorje Mountains and capital of region Maribor, the city with the oldest vineyard in the world, – no matter where you go, an incredible experience awaits you. Read more …
THE Slovenia restaurants 2019- TOP 201
THE Slovenia Restaurants features the very best in Slovenian dining, chefs and restaurants.
The book that placed Slovenia on the culinary map of the world.
27.4. – 3. 5. 2020
Ban on travel outside of home municipality lifted in Slovenia
Slovenians are able to travel freely around the country as the ban on traveling outside the municipality has been lifted on Thursday. The ban to travel between municipalities has been put in place a month ago to help restrict the spreading of the Coronavirus in Slovenia. Read more …
Top destinations in Slovenia to avoid after the quarantine
Slovenia has quite a few popular destinations, which attract thousands and thousands of both domestic and foreign tourists every year. The ban on traveling to different municipalities has been lifted while Coronavirus continues to spread in Slovenia. Read more …
ROBERT KLUN Award-winning designer and architect
Robert Klun is a man of many titles and wearer of just as many hats: award-winning architect and designer, ex president and member of the board of Design Association of Slovenia, CEO of his family company Klun Ambienti, world traveller, avid golfer and an all-around cool and creative individual. Most recently he headed the architectural team that was awarded the prestigious project of designing the Slovenian national pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai. Read more …
What to do in Slovenia in the spring?
Slovenia truly comes to life in the spring as the trees start to blossom and more activities are available for you to enjoy. Here is our list of what to do in Slovenia in the spring! Read more …
Top 10 Adventures in Slovenia
Do you seek adventure on your travel? Do you like exploring and trying out new things while visiting a new country? If the answer is yes, then we got something for you. Visit Slovenia and discover the top 5 adventures in Slovenia with us! Read more …
Top day trips in Slovenia
Slovenia is a rather small country, which is not necessarily bad. The size of Slovenia will be a huge advantage for you once you visit the country, as it will provide you with the perfect opportunity to explore more Slovenian treasures. Rent a car or hop on a bus and enjoy a top day trip in Slovenia to one of our most famous sights. Red more …
Doppler winery / Štajerska Wine Region
Originally founded in 1815 by a community of Benedictine monks from Admont in Austria, the beautiful 38 hectare estate was purchased in 1938 by Ivan Doppler (the grandfather of the current owner, Mihaela), who himself came from a long line of winemakers. Read more …
THE Slovenia Book (Top 100 destinacij)
THE Slovenia Book je polna nasvetov in nasvetov naših izkušenih tujih novinarjev, ki prebivajo v Sloveniji. Ne glede na to, na kakšno potovanje se odpravljate, je THE Slovenia Book odličen spremljevalec pri vsakem obisku v Sloveniji in popoln spominek, ki ga lahko vzamete domov.
20. – 26. 4. 2020
Coronavirus in Slovenia: Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Slovenia up by 13, no new deaths reported as the flight ban gets extended
Slovenia had 1,366 confirmed COVID-19 cases, up by 13 on the day before, with the number of fatalities unchanged at 79, shows the latest government data. The death toll has stayed the same. The figures indicate the coronavirus epidemic in Slovenia is tailing off, which is also evident from the number of people in the hospital. Read more …
How to learn the Slovenian language?
Why not pick up a new language while stuck in quarantine? Brush up on your Slovenian before the lock-down officially ends. We often get asked how to learn Slovenian, believe it or not. With plenty of time on our hands due to Coronavirus pandemic having us lock up inside, we decided to lend you a helping hand when it comes to learning Slovenian. Read more …
TOP Slovenia Interview: SONJA ŠMUC
General Manager at Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia. Slovenian management and leadership to encourage competitiveness of Slovenian businesses. Among other business topics she has specialised in women’s leadership. She is a member of different professional bodies and award boards. Read more …
Hiša Franko will reopen in June
Hiša Franko released reservations starting with 3 June 2020. Due to a good health situation in Slovenia, and especially in the Soča Valley (Kobarid Municipality is still virus-free). Read more …
TOP experiences: Canyoning in Slovenia
Are you looking for an adrenaline rush while staying in Slovenia? Then canyoning in Slovenia is just what you need to experience. While planning your vacation stay in Slovenia, make sure you add canyoning on your to-do list. Canyoning in Slovenia is without a doubt one of the most interesting and adrenaline-filled experiences you will ever have. Read more …
TOP Facts about Slovenian Nature
Travel to Slovenia and experience the incredible Slovenian nature. Diverse flora and fauna and dynamic landscapes invite you all year round. Find out the top facts about Slovenian nature with us! Red more …
Zlati Grič winery / Štajerska Wine Region
This still relatively new winery is set amidst the picturesque vineyards east of Slovenske Konjice, with modern, state-of-the-art facilities. The grapes are used to produce high-quality wines, and although this winery itself is new, the tradition for producing wine here dates back some eight hundred years. Read more …
THE Slovenia Wine: Top 125 Experiences
Award-winning vintages, eccentric winemakers, charming villages, castle wine tastings, fairy tale vineyard weddings, unforgettable tours and much more.
13. – 19. 4. 2020
Coronavirus in Slovenia: Confirmed COVID-19 cases up by 21 to 1,269, death toll unchanged at 61
Slovenian health authorities reported just seven new coronavirus infections for Sunday, the smallest increase since 8 March, for a total of 1,269 nationwide. The number of new cases was 28 the day before and when contrasted with days that saw comparable numbers of tests, both figures signal a decline in the curve that was flattened in the past two weeks. Read more …
Top free things to do in Slovenia
Slovenia should be on your bucket list as it is one of the most beautiful countries in the world if I do say so myself. Slovenia is a very budget-friendly travel destination. In this article, we explore the top free things to do in Slovenia. Read more …
TOP Slovenia Interview: JANEZ ŠKRABEC, The CEO of Riko
The company’s CEO, Janez Škrabec, who has many awards and accolades to his name, is also President of the Slovenian Consular Assembly, President of the Alumni Club of the Faculty of Economics, University of Ljubljana and the President of the Slovenian-Russain Business Council. He is also Chairman of the Event Committee for the Lions Club of Ljubljana. Read more …
Take a virtual walkthrough Slovenia
On the website of Slovenian Tourist Board, you will be able to find new and fresh content for both foreign and domestic Slovenia enthusiasts. With virtual technology, take a stroll through the crystal clear waters, soak up the beauty of the views from the mighty peaks or peek into the mysterious underground world. Let yourself be enchanted by the enchanting city streets and cultural sites. Save them in your heart and look forward to the day when you can meet them in person. Read more …
Tourism From Zero initiative
Almost overnight all over the world tourism came to 0. It is a unique, even scary moment. Catastrophe or a chance to reset and build something new? The #TourismFromZero initiative is the (post)COVID-19 response to get our industries “from zero to hero”. Read more …
6. – 12. 4. 2020
Coronavirus in Slovenia: Death toll in Slovenia climbs to 43, confirmed cases reach 1,124
The government’s coronavirus spokesperson Jelko Kacin rejected interpretations Slovenia had already decided to freeze membership payments to the World Health Organisation (WHO) given that PM Janez Janša said everybody would need to follow the example of the US in taking this step. Asked to comment on a series of tweets by Janša targeting the WHO, including Wednesday’s “We all have to do it” in response to US President Donald Trump’s announcement the US was going to put on hold funding to the WHO, Kacin said Slovenia was yet to decide on this. Read more …
Gostilna pri Lojzetu – Dvorec Zemono awarded with the Green Key
With its existing green policy and sustainable operation, Gostilan pri Lojzetu – Dvorec Zemono in the Vipava Valley has been awarded with the so-called Green Key.
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TOP Slovenia Interview: Maja Pak, director of the Slovenian Tourist Board
The tourist industry is an incredibly dynamic field of work, which knows no set work hours. Yet I love my job, for it always fills me up with energy, positivity, and new ideas.” says Maja Pak about her work. She started in the industry more than 25 years ago when she found her first employer in her hometown of Rogaška Slatina, for at least four centuries known for its healing spring waters.
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THE Recipe: Traditional Easter dishes in Slovenia
Easter Day will be celebrated on April 13 in Slovenia. And as Easter tradition in Slovenia goes there will be a big morning breakfast, which includes the colorful array of Easter eggs and cooked ham. Without these two “main Easter ingredients” there really is not Easter. Usually this morning Easter breakfast or feast is accompanied by the famous potica. In this article, we explore the traditional Easter breakfast as we have it in Slovenia. Furthermore, we also explore how to color Easter eggs like Slovenians. But first, let’s discover how Easter is celebrated in Slovenia.
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TOP Slovenian winemakers
Slovenia is a small country, but in recent years it has made a big name for itself in the world of wine. Slovenia is now considered to be one of the top wine destinations in the world. Check out our wine partners! The country’s three distinct wine regions (and their nine constituent districts) produce a wide variety of wines, from the earthy reds of Mediterranean Primorska to the sweet whites of Podravje in the northeast to the limitless supply of refreshing cviček of Posavje in the southeast. Below is our selection of Slovenia’s top winemakers. Read more …
TOP Highlights of Slovenia
Slovenia, with its 20,273 km², is like Europe in a nutshell. On such a small surface area, it combines the Mediterranean, Alps, the Karst, and the Pannonian Basin. More than 60% of its surface area is covered by forests, it is home to around 26,000 km of waterways, it boasts over 300 lakes and more than 10,000 underground caves. The incredible natural treasures have given birth to 15 certified natural health spas and three wine growing regions, the home of 53 different species of vine. We have developed 365 typical local and regional foods and beverages. Find otu best Slovenia highliights. Read more …
THE Slovenia Book: Top 100 Destinations (3rd Edition)
THE Slovenia Book is packed with tips and advice from our experienced foreign journalists who reside in the country. It doesn’t matter what type of trip you are going on, THE Slovenia Book is a reat companion on any visit to Slovenia and is the perfect souvenir to take home with you.
30.3. – 5. 4. 2020
Slovenia has recorded the highest increase in the death toll of COVID-19
Four more deaths related to the new coronavirus in Slovenia were recorded on Thursday, the highest daily increase so far, and another patient died on Friday, increasing the overall death toll to 21. The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases rose by 37 to 934, the government has announced. The Maribor UKC hospital reported its first COVID-19 deaths today, saying that a patient from a nursing home died at the hospital on Thursday and another patient on Friday. Both were elderly…
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Parliament passes EUR 3 billion stimulus package
The National Assembly passed by 53 votes to one a EUR 3 billion stimulus package aiming to cushion the impact of coronavirus on Slovenia’s economy and society.
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TOP Slovenia Interview: Iza Login
Iza Sia Login co-founded the family entertainment company Outfit7 Limited with her husband, Samo, and 6 friends in 2009. The company’s Talking Tom and Friends franchise achieved phenomenal global success, to date their mobile apps have been downloaded over 10 billion times and seen collaborations with Disney Interactive and Disney Records.
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TOP Slovenia town: Piran
Piran is to Adriatic what Bled is to the Alps and Slovenia as a whole is to Central Europe: tiny, friendly, overwhelmingly picturesque. It’s a town that is almost impossible not to fall in love with on your first visit, and if you only have time for a day trip you’ll likely want to make plans to return. Despite its modest size, Piran is awash in superlatives. It boasts what is undeniably the country’s finest square, the 19th-century Tartinijev Trg named after the composer Giuseppe Tartini, and what has to be one of the most dramatically situated churches anywhere in Europe.
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Aleš Kristančič – The artist of Goriška Brda
The man behind Movia, Aleš Kristančič, has been described as ‘the wine genius of Slovenia, ‘star of the Slovenian wine scene’, ‘a visionary’, ‘a genuine and complete showman’, ‘intensely focused, passionate and unpredictable at once’ and ‘oddly loveable’ – and that was only in a single article from Food & Wine magazine. After interviewing him for this book, we wholeheartedly agree with all of these descriptions, and would add that he is a true original, who has dedicated his life to producing wine on his own terms. Read more …
TOP Glamping Resorts in Slovenia
Camping is so last season (or so they say). Forget your tents and sleeping bags at home and spend your next holidays in Slovenia in a unique type of accommodation, which combines a bit of luxury for pampering your senses and sleeping under the stars. Read more …
The Slovenia Restaurants: Top 201
THE Slovenia Restaurants top 201 predstavlja najboljše iz slovenske kuhinje sodobnih kuharskih šefov in restavracij.
23. – 29. 3. 2020
Covid-19 death toll rises to nine as two more deaths reported
Official coronavirus in Slovenia case count in now at 632. Almost 15.000 people were tested for a possible Coronavirus infection in Slovenia. The coronavirus death toll in Slovenia rose to nine on Friday as two persons died, the second day in a row that more than one fatality has been confirmed. By Thursday midnight the total number of confirmed infections rose to 632…
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Food delivery during Coronavirus in Slovenia
Support local farms, companies, and restaurants by ordering products online during the Coronavirus outbreak! We have gathered local food producers, farms, restaurants, gostilne and online whops, which are offering delivery in these times.
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TOP movies to watch while in quarantine
With all that “free time” on our hands, the most frequent question is which movie to watch while in quarantine? There are so many good movies it is almost impossible to pick one to watch!
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TOP things to do in Soča Valey
As one transcends the winding road up from Tolmin, or descends the southside of Vršič ountain pass, they become mesmerised by flashes of turquoise appearing at their side. Steal a glance or two and you realise it is an enchanting river.
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TOP Slovanian sparkling wines
We have gathered top 13 Slovenian Sparkling wines from the best Slovenian vineyards for you to choose the bottle, which will suit your special occasion in the best possible way. Cheers!
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THE Slovenia Book: Top 100 Destinations (3rd Edition)
THE Slovenia Book is packed with tips and advice from our experienced foreign journalists who reside in the country. It doesn’t matter what type of trip you are going on, THE Slovenia Book is a reat companion on any visit to Slovenia and is the perfect souvenir to take home with you.
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