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Ljubljana - With a population of around 300,000, the Slovenian capital is large and vibrant yet not daunting. In contrast with the historical and traditional heritage which small town Slovenia has to offer, Ljubljana is a dynamic, thriving university city with great academic and modern cultural potential.
The top-class theatres and concert venues mix with fascinating museums and galleries. The numerous cafés, restaurants, boutiques and shops are always full of an infectious and colourful hustle and bustle.
Hotels Ljubljana
Smiling Pohorje
Pohorje and the Maribor region is a green oasis on the eastern end of the Alps. Maribor Pohorje covers an area of about 1000 square km and is covered with coniferous forests. Pohorje is divided, according to its boundaries into: Maribor and Hocke, Slovenjska Bistrica, Konjice and Zrecke, Ruše, Lovrenc, Ribnica and Slovenj Gradec Pohorje. Maribor and Hocke, Konjice and Zrecke, and Slovenj Gradec Pohorje are winter tourist areas where skiing centres have developed (Areh, Rogla, Kope); in the Maribor Pohorje region there are competitions for the World Cup in Alpine skiing for women.
Sunny Alps
The mighty but easily accessible Julian Alps, the tourist area in this attractive geographical area is linked by the offer of four developed tourist towns: Bled, Kranjska Gora, Bohinj and Bovec with the Socka Valley. Most of the area is within the Triglav National Park which measures 85 hectares and is one of the largest natural parks in Europe. The park lies in the vicinity of high stony mountains including Mount Triglav (2864 m); the highest mountain of Slovenia - and deep river gorges, highland karst potholes and friendly highlands.
GREEN MEDITERRANEAN
The Slovene coast which measures 46.6 kilometres is covered with abundant
vegetation. Here is a natural reserve with a rich supply of marl and
sandstone and the unique Strunjan cliff which ascends 80 metres above the
sea and is the highest flysch wall on the Adriatic coast. Here are the
Secovlje saltworks, first mentioned in the 13th century. Due to their
extremely abundant natural and historical heritage they were named a
regional park and are a rich sanctuary of plant and animal worlds.
Mysterious Karst
It is ’’the fault’’ of limestone and water that the Karst has two faces –
one above and one under its surface. At the surface they create karst
sinkholes, karren, springs, karst windows and poljes (Planinsko, Cerkniško
polje), and under the surface there are numerous potholes and karst caves –
it is said that the Slovene Karst is the most beautiful part of our planet’s
underground world. In Slovenia there are more than one thousand karst caves
and potholes, 20 treasures of limestone masterpieces by disappearing karst
waters are opened for tourists.
Hotel Orel Maribor
Hotel Orel is located in the old town centre and has a long tradition. It is just a few minutes walk from the casino and theatre. It is in the immediate vicinity of the business and shopping centre as well the historical and cultural sights of Maribor. The hotel was completely renovated in May 2006. Hotel rooms are comfortably and modern ...
Postojna Caves and Predjama Castle Tour from Ljubljana
On this day we take you to the biggest and worldwide known Slovenian cave system - the Postojna caves. A two million years old and 27 km long system of subterranean caves is one of the most easily accessible network of underground caves in the world. A ride by electrical train will be followed by a guided walk through a series of cave halls with ...
Hotel Golf Bled
Bled is in the northwest of Slovenia, less than 50 km from the capital Ljubljana and 35 km from Ljubljana Airport. A mild climate, an eternally enchanting lake embraced by a necklace of majestic peaks and an idyllic island have made it a favorite destination for travelers for centuries. The Golf Hotel is situated in the heart of Bled and offers ...
Recommended hotels Slovenia
Grand Hotel Union Executive 
Grand Hotel Union boasts a premier location in the very heart of Ljubljana, only
a stone's throw from the Old Town and less than 30 minutes from the
international airport. The fine Art Nouveau building, constructed in 1905, has
long been one of the most beautiful and elegant hotels in the region.
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Bled - Bled is in the northwest of Slovenia, less than 50 km from the capital Ljubljana and 35 km from Ljubljana Airport. A mild climate, an eternally enchanting lake embraced by a necklace of majestic peaks and an idyllic island have made it a favourite destination for travellers for centuries.Bled is famous and eternally charming for being one of the most beautiful lakes in Europe. The mysterious castle brooding mightily on a sheer cliff above the lake is perfect as a viewpoint across the lake, forests and nearby Alps. Alternatively, you may wish to hire a traditional ‘pletna’ boat and be eased across the lake to the island by the powerful arms of the oarsmen. Once on the magical island, climb the 99 steps to the medieval chapel and ring the wishing bell. Lastly, you may finish off your perfect day with a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride around the lake.
The high mountains of the Julian and Karavanke Alps, the fresh air and the clean rivers and lakes are a paradise for lovers of active holidays. The possibilities are endless. You may choose from fishing, mountaineering, cycling, rafting and kayaking on alpine rivers, riding, flights of every kind, golf and many others. The Bled Golf Courses (18 and 9 holes), considered to be among the most beautiful and best maintained in this part of Europe.
Bled is a wonderland in winter, a world of snow and ice under a blue sky. Wrap up warmly and go for a romantic stroll hand in hand, or feel the adrenaline flow as you take on the challenge of ice-skating or skiing. There are a number of ski centres in the vicinity as well as a small ski slope in the very heart of Bled itself. Pokljuka is only twenty minutes away and is a famous centre for cross-country and off-piste skiing.
Hotels Bled