{"id":48693,"date":"2022-11-07T08:26:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-07T07:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/slovenia\/slovenian-tourism-workshop-in-dubai-2022-copy\/"},"modified":"2022-11-07T08:51:19","modified_gmt":"2022-11-07T07:51:19","slug":"national-geographic-profiled-slovenia-among-25-most-extraordinary-places-to-inspire-your-next-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/en\/slovenia\/national-geographic-profiled-slovenia-among-25-most-extraordinary-places-to-inspire-your-next-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"National Geographic profiled Slovenia among 25 Most Extraordinary Places to Inspire Your Next Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>National Geographic, one of the world\u2019s most renowned media, recognized primarily for promoting a sustainable attitude towards the environment, unveiled its annual list of the 25 inspiring destinations for the renewed travel landscape to help individuals get a jump on planning for the year ahead. For the first time, Slovenia made the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/travel\/article\/best-of-the-world-2023\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best of the World 2023<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;travel list. What all destinations on the list have in common is that they include the positive effects of tourism in strengthening their local communities and environment.<\/p><p>Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board,&nbsp;<strong>MSc. Maja Pak<\/strong>&nbsp;points out the great importance of Slovenia\u2019s inclusion on the prestigious National Geographic list:&nbsp;<em>\u201cThe ranking of Slovenia among the 25 inspiring destinations of the world for 2023 and among the eight selected European destinations by National Geographic means an important strengthening in the visibility of Slovenia as one of the leading sustainable tourist destinations in the world.<\/em><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/sl\/product\/the-slovenia-book-v-nemscini\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/GER.jpg?fit=650%2C366&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/GER.jpg?fit=650%2C366&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><p><em>As one of the most recognized and influential brands specializing in nature, nature experiences and travel and with a reach of more than half a billion followers on social networks, National Geographic reaches a target audience of more discerning guests looking for unique experiences in pristine nature. And these are the guests we want to address.\u201d<\/em><\/p><p><strong>Upon profiling Slovenia on the list in the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/travel\/article\/best-of-the-world-2023-nature\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nature<\/a>\u201d category, National Geographic described Slovenia as a long-time leader in the field of sustainable tourism, where new sustainable tourism products are constantly being developed. Among them, sustainable gastronomic cycling routes that lead to tourist farms, cheese makers, and other food producers were brought to the fore.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/slovenia\/top-10-must-see-slovenia-attractions\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/lake-bled-castle-wedding.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/lake-bled-castle-wedding.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><p>Top 10 must see Slovenia Attractions \u2013 THE Slovenia<\/p><p>To find out other unique places in Slovenia and features the very best in Slovenian dining, chefs and restaurants all over Slovenia, check out our THE SLOVENIA RESTAURANTS BOOK Slovenia is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites and European Destinations of Excellence (EDEN). Its great cities o\u2026<\/p><p><strong>National Geographic highlighted&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.slovenia.info\/en\/stories\/slovenia-green-gourmet-route-a-cycling-route-with-culinary-stops\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Slovenia Green Gourmet Route<\/a>, a tourism product of sustainable cycling and gastronomic experiences, which was developed in partnership with the Slovenia Green consortium and the Slovenian Tourist Board (STB) in 2021, when Slovenia proudly held the title of European Gastronomic Region. At that time, the first Slovenia Green Cuisine providers joined the Green Scheme of Slovenian Tourism.<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>The cycling route connects destinations with the Slovenia Green label, offering culinary experiences in sustainably oriented restaurants, including those with Michelin stars, and at the same time inspires with routes between vineyards, spas, and tourist farms.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p><p>In the past, Slovenia and the STB were repeatedly underlined by National Geographic, especially in the field of successful promotion and implementation of sustainable development. In particular, it is worth highlighting the prestigious award National Geographic World Legacy Destination Leadership, which the STB received at ITB Berlin in 2017.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/lifestyle\/top-10-adventures-in-slovenia\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/F013140-bike_park_maribor_jost_gantar-photo-s.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/F013140-bike_park_maribor_jost_gantar-photo-s.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><p>Top 10 Adventures in Slovenia \u2013 THE Slovenia<\/p><p>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! From adrenaline-filled Slovenian adventures to more mellow o\u2026<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.slovenia.info\/uploads\/TTA%202022\/oktober\/F008009-dolina_soce_tomo_jesenicnik_1_orig_jpg-photo_1200.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.slovenia.info\/uploads\/TTA%202022\/oktober\/F008009-dolina_soce_tomo_jesenicnik_1_orig_jpg-photo_1200.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption><em>Phto: Tomo Jeseni\u010dnik<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Slovenia highlighted in the Nature category \u2013 wild, pristine, beautiful destinations<\/h4><p>National Geographic listed Slovenia among five destinations on a global level and among three European destinations in the \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalgeographic.com\/travel\/article\/best-of-the-world-2023-nature\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Nature<\/strong><\/a>\u201d category (along with Slovenia, the Scottish Highlands and the Azores made to the list), describing it as<em>&nbsp;\u201clong a leader in sustainable tourism\u201d<\/em>.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/top_hiking_cez_pohorje_lovrenska_jezera.jpg?resize=324%2C160&amp;ssl=1\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/top_hiking_cez_pohorje_lovrenska_jezera.jpg?resize=324%2C160&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/top_hiking_cez_pohorje_lovrenska_jezera.jpg?resize=324%2C160&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><p>top_hiking_cez_pohorje_lovrenska_jezera.jpg?resize=324160&amp;ssl=1<\/p><p>The Best of the world 2023 list was created by the National Geographic Traveler global editorial team, who research, report and write about inspiring destinations throughout the year and introduce them to a global audience of millions. As they announced, their annual selection celebrates destinations and travel experiences that shine a light on the world and the diverse communities that inhabit it. The destinations are classified into five different categories: Family, Adventure, Culture, Nature, and Community, with the latter being presented for the first time.<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flipsnack.com\/thesloveniamagazine\/the-slovenia-map-2022\/full-view.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/THE-Slovenia-banner.jpg?fit=560%2C145&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/THE-Slovenia-banner.jpg?fit=560%2C145&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flipsnack.com\/thesloveniamagazine\/the-slovenia-wine-map-2022\/full-view.html\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Artboard-1.png?fit=560%2C145&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Artboard-1.png?fit=560%2C145&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/figure><p>In 2023, the focus is on experiences that also have an educational note \u2013 in the Family category, destinations that offer experiences for all generations are highlighted, in the Adventure category, incredible experiences in breathtaking places, the Culture category focuses on researching history and heritage, and the new Community category highlights healing and sustainable travel, conservation and giving back to the community. The Nature category, where Slovenia is included, celebrates experiences in a wild, pristine, picturesque environment.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/slovenia\/best-places-one-hour-from-ljubljana\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/F014738-05_ljubljana_in_osrednja_slovenija_skofja_loka_kamniti_most_1-photo-s-1.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/the-slovenia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/F014738-05_ljubljana_in_osrednja_slovenija_skofja_loka_kamniti_most_1-photo-s-1.jpg?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><p>The Best Places Just One Hour From Ljubljana \u2013 THE Slovenia<\/p><p>Slovenia may be small, but boy oh boy is it perfectly formed. Lovely Ljubljana is the perfect base from which to explore the country, with a wide range of history, culture, entertainment, and activity within a two-hour drive of the capital. Two hours is good an all, but the modern world is a fast-mo\u2026<\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cBest of the World is Nat Geo\u2019s annual love letter to the most incredible places in the world, both near and far.\u201d&nbsp;<\/h4><p><em>\u201cWe have experienced so many changes and disruptions in the way we explore over the last few years, so with this year\u2019s list, we really wanted to get back to identifying positive stories about destinations and communities,\u201d&nbsp;<\/em>said&nbsp;<strong>Amy Alipio, senior editor at National Geographic Travel<\/strong>.&nbsp;<em>\u201cWith our team of travel experts and editors, we took a deeper dive into places all over the globe that are providing experiences that are unique and beneficial for both locals and travelers: locations where visitors ultimately sustain and support\u2014not damage\u2014the destination\u2019s environment and community. We also worked hard to provide lesser-known gems on the list, equally inspiring alternatives to destinations that have become overcrowded (think Choquequirao vs. Machu Picchu in Peru).\u201d<\/em><\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.slovenia.info\/uploads\/TTA%202022\/oktober\/nat_geo_vmesna_1200x800.png?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.slovenia.info\/uploads\/TTA%202022\/oktober\/nat_geo_vmesna_1200x800.png?w=696&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><figcaption><em>Photo: Matic Ritonja \/ Karata film &amp; Ciril Jazbec, Tent Film<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure><p><em>\u201c\u2018Best of the World\u2019 is Nat Geo\u2019s annual love letter to the most incredible places in the world, both near and far,\u201d&nbsp;<\/em>said&nbsp;<strong>Nathan Lump, National Geographic\u2019s Editor-in-Chief.<\/strong>&nbsp;<em>\u201cWe couldn\u2019t be prouder to shine a light on these 25 extraordinary places that most inspired us this year, and which we know will define travelers\u2019 itineraries for years to come. From craft breweries and Asia\u2019s top film festival in Busan, South Korea, to women-led Indigenous tourism in Alberta, Canada, and the densest leatherback turtle nesting ground in the world in Trinidad and Tobago, this year\u2019s list reminds us that there is still so much out there to explore and experience.\u201d<\/em><\/p><h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About National Geographic<\/h4><p>National Geographic Media is a worldwide digital, social and print publisher, operating in more than 170 countries and&nbsp;reaching 760 million households across their channels. They distribute to more than 461 million households in 172 countries&nbsp;on TV and have a readership of&nbsp;46 million for their magazine in 32 languages. They connect with over 25 million monthly users across digital platforms, with a whopping 5.9 billion content views across their digital and social media combined.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Geographic\u2019s \u201cBest of the World 2023\u201d list:<\/h3><p><strong>NATURE:<\/strong>&nbsp;Scottish Highlands, Botswana,&nbsp;<strong>Slovenia<\/strong>, Big Bend National Park, Texas, Azores<\/p><p><strong>CULTURE:<\/strong>&nbsp;Appian Way, Italy; Busan, South Korea; Longmen Grottoes, Henan Province, China;&nbsp; Egypt; Charleston, South Carolina<\/p><p><strong>ADVENTURE:<\/strong>&nbsp;New Zealand; Choquequirao, Peru; Utah; Austrian Alps; Revillagigedo National Park, Mexico<\/p><p><strong>COMMUNITY:&nbsp;<\/strong>Dodecanese Islands, Greece; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Alberta, Canada; Laos, Ghana<\/p><p><strong>FAMILY:<\/strong>&nbsp;Trinidad and Tobago; San Francisco, California; Colombia; Manchester, UK; Switzerland<\/p><p><em>Cover photo: Uro\u0161 Rojc, Vipava Valley<\/em><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/the-slovenia.com\/slovenia\/triglav-national-park-slovenias-highest-peak-and-only-national-park-2\/\"><\/a><\/p><p><\/p><!-- CONTENT END 1 -->\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>National Geographic, one of the world\u2019s most renowned media, recognized primarily for promoting a sustainable attitude towards the environment, unveiled its annual list of the 25 inspiring destinations for the renewed travel landscape to help individuals get a jump on planning for the year ahead. 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