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Ljubljana Airport Transfers: Bus, Taxi, Shuttle & Car Hire Guide
How to get from Brnik to Ljubljana, Bled, Bohinj, Kranjska Gora and the coast, with prices
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The Bright Side of Maribor
The oldest vine in the world still bearing fruit, a medieval synagogue, a tower lifted out of the river, a bishop who brought learning and a police officer who saved sixteen girls: what Maribor is proud of, and where to find it
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The Dark Side of Ljubljana
Witch trials, a castle prison, the 1895 earthquake, a city fenced in barbed wire and the 25,671 Erased: the history beneath Ljubljana's cafés, and where to find it
· 10 min read
December in Ljubljana 2026: Christmas Market, Lights & Tips
Festive December along the Ljubljanica: dates, market stalls, free concerts, New Year's Eve and a Postojna day trip
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Slovenian Phrases for Travellers: 58 Useful Words with Pronunciation
Greetings, restaurant, transport, shopping and emergency phrases, plus the dual and who speaks English
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Cross-Country Skiing in Bohinj and Pokljuka: Trails and Practical Tips
Where to cross-country ski around Bohinj: the valley trails, Pokljuka's biathlon centre and Soriška planina, with trail lengths, tickets, the ski bus and rentals.
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Driving in Slovenia: Vignette, Road Rules and Practical Tips
The e-vinjeta, speed limits, winter rules, mountain passes and parking: what you need to know before driving in Slovenia.
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Portorož Beach Guide: Where to Swim in Portorož, Piran and Strunjan
Which beaches on Slovenia's short coastline suit families, swimmers and quiet-seekers, from Portorož Central Beach to Fiesa and the Strunjan cliffs.
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Things to Do at Lake Bled Beyond the Island Church
A practical list of what to do around Lake Bled besides the island: the castle, the lake walk, swimming, viewpoints, Vintgar Gorge, cycling and the local cream cake.
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Slovenian Istria Food and Wine: Truffles, Refošk, Malvazija and Olive Oil
What to eat and drink in Slovenian Istria, from Refošk and Malvazija to protected olive oil, Piran salt and autumn truffles, and how to plan a food trip inland from the coast.
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Triglav National Park: First-Time Visitor Tips and Park Rules
What first-time visitors to Triglav National Park need to know: where to base yourself, how parking and shuttles work, the rules on camping, drones and swimming, and hut season.
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Lake Bled at Sunrise: Viewpoints, Timing and Beating the Crowds
Where to watch sunrise at Lake Bled, how early to set off for the hillside viewpoints, and how to plan the rest of the morning before the crowds arrive.
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