Travel Research: Slovenia
A digestible entrée into Eastern Europe that offers many of the continent's magical landscapes within a short drive.
Europe in a Microcosm
From snow-capped mountains, dazzling Mediterranean beaches, thick evergreen forests, rolling vineyards, and quaint villages, Slovenia is essentially the ‘undiscovered’ Europe that the well-travelled dream of – a microcosm of the unique experiences for which the continent is renowned, all captured in a country half the size of Switzerland.
Start in the postcard village-capital of Ljubljana--which hosts a surprising number of excellent restaurants along its pedestrianized riverfront--easily seen within a day or two. Head north to the iconic Lake Bled and traverse the mountains and forests of the north, before heading south the explore countryside villages and
vineyards. It's a great spot to escape the typical European crowds this summer.
Above: Lake Bled. From top left: Soča River; Ljubljana; Hiša Franko; Old Town Waterfront in Ljubljana.
Photo Credit: Tourism and Hotel websites
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