April 11th, 2010
Slovenia is one of the producers of the best skiers around the globe. One shouldn’t wonder because the country surely comprises of the world’s finest ski centers and resorts which has a lot of offer. Plus, skiing is the number one sport in Slovenia. Children even start skiing at an early age which is really considered a Slovene passion. Ski centers also contain ski lifts and ski schools which will surely suit your ski holidays. During snow fall, the countryside transforms into a scenic white area suitable for any form of winter adventure. Listed below are some of the most popular ski centers you can visit when you’re in Slovenia.
Kranjska Gora. This ski center is recognized as the largest as well as the best equipped winter tourist center within Slovenia. It has become more popular because the World Cup Alpine Skiing is usually held there. It contains more than 30 kilometers of well maintained alpine ski trails, along with more than 40 kilometers of cross country trails.
Pohorje. Considered also as one of the popular choice, Maribor’s Pohorje is very accessible plus contains short lift queues with varied downhill pistes. It usually hosts the annual World Cup women’s downhill Golden Fox competition. Other special events there are the Pohorje Torch Parties.
Krvavec. This ski resort is located at the northeast of Kranj and is considered as one of Slovenia’s premier ski resort. It contains very long lift queues because of its proximity ot Kranj and northeast of Kranj. The resort also has well maintained slopes.
Planica. It was there in Planica wherein the world record for ski jumping was set. Planica has been recognized as the cradle of ski flying. It hosts the 3 day ski jumping World Championship every year.
Other Slovenian ski resorts are as follows: Vogel and Kanin, Cerkno, Stari Vrh. Pokljuka, Rogla, Kobla, Soriska Dolina, and Golte (Savinja Alps).
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April 11th, 2010
If you’re a vacationer who looks for a healthy vacation in a magnificent romantic place, then Lake Bled is surely the place for you. Lake Bled has been very popular because of the picturesque view, with the unspoiled nature setting, and the relaxing ambiance the place has to offer to their visitors. It is considered as one of the most beautiful tourist places in Slovenia with its popular natural springs, thermal pools as well as revitalizing climates.
Lake Bled, located at the edge of the Triglav National Park, has a beautiful island situated on the middle. This island contains the St. Mary church wherein you’ll witness the scenic beauty of the entire lake. Bled is just a small town wherein you must not miss walking the path around the lake which is approximately 4 miles long.
Visitors must also try the gondola trip which takes you to the Lake Island with its baroque church. It is something one shouldn’t miss because of the splendid fairytale cliff top castle which is the highlight of the place. The castle now contains a museum as well as a restaurant. The lake is as well surrounded with numerous cafes and elegant accommodation offers. You can also try the horse drawn carriage which will take you around the lake. Plus, you can as well practice fishing, kayaking, golfing, mountain biking, rafting, and adventure sports. If you’re lucky enough, you can also witness the rowing competition held there since Lake Bled is considered as one of the most beautiful venues of the Annual World rowing competition on still water.
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April 11th, 2010
Slovenia is not just famous for the in land sports, but as well the right place for fresh water sports adventure. Their water sports surely will test your stamina and courage in their various outdoor water activities. Slovenia’s biggest thrills come from their lakes, rivers and seas aside from those nonstop entertainments given in their splendid cities and towns. Here are some water sports you can choose from when spending your vacation in Slovenia.
Canoeing, kayaking and white water rafting. Considered as one of Europe’s best places of canoeing, kayaking and rafting is the Soca River. Slovenia’s lakes as well as big enough to cater for eager oarsmen. Bovec as well presents an overwhelming wild water experience for their visitors.
Fishing. Slovenia’s rivers are considered abundant with fishes particularly trout. You can get some first class fishing at the Sava river bank which is near Naklo. You can obtain the permits from any inns situated near the banks of the river.
Paragliding and Parachuting. Gorenjska contains a lot of cliffs, rock walls and waterfalls suitable for rock and ice climbing. You can also opt to go paragliding or perhaps parachuting if the condition fits such activities.
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April 10th, 2010
Slovenia is recognized as one of Europe’s emerging best mountain bike region today. Together with hiking, biking is one of the best ways for tourists to know better about the Slovenian people as well as the Slovene scenery. Plus, you get to stay fit while enjoying the beauty of Slovenia. Biking is also a great avenue to tour around and discover the hidden beauty of Slovenia.
The Cycling Tours within Slovenia presents a great variety of places to visit. It covers places from carst plateau near the Adriatic coast, gentle hills of central Slovenia to the northeastern flatlands and vineyards. Even in the mountainous areas, bikers can find a great challenge however comforted with the spectacular view they can see on top.
Slovenia also contains a lot of cycling trails plus these networks of trails are very well maintained. You can as well choose from a variety of trails that will suit your fitness, interest and level of competency. Plus, some cycling tours are coupled with train transports. Good thing it, bikers can travel for free in the luggage compartment of regional trains as well as intercity. So this sport surely will be a great way to spend time in Slovenia.
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April 10th, 2010
If you are dreaming for a fun and exciting adventure through hiking, then Slovenia is the place to be. This country certainly gives the hikers a totally diverse adventure from the meeting point of the Alps and the Dinaric Mountains together with the Pannonian Plain and the Mediterrian Region. Hikers with different level of skills are given a chance to taste all the adventure at any season of the year. Plus, hikers are offered refreshments in a lot of inns, cottages and tourist farms located across Slovenia. Professional hikers suggest that the best time to hike there is during late August to early September; however you can go hiking from April to November.
Slovenia will take you surely fulfill your hiking holiday adventure since they have 7,000 kilometers of mountain paths, with 10,000 kilometers of marked paths plus 165 mountain huts. You can also do hiking going to Slovenia since there are two European long-distance walking routes leading through Slovenia.
The Julian Alps is probably the most famous and most spectacular hiking spot in Slovenia. It contains well-maintained trails which are suitable for novices to professionals. Other suggested hiking spots are as follows: Kamnik-Savinja Alps, Pohorje, Idrija and Cerkno Hills, Skofja Loka Hills, Blegos, Posavje Hills, Dolenjska Region, East Posavje Hills, and Karst Edge.
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April 10th, 2010
Slovenia is a haven for any individual especially those golf enthusiasts. Slovenia has long been popular for their numerous excellent golf courses located all over the country. Their courses offer special features with splendid natural settings suitable for challenge and relaxation.
Slovenia consists of 8 golf courses as well as 14 practice areas. These courses and practice areas offers favorable points and tidiness. Plus, they also offer accessibility plus various levels of golf learning. This is why both pros and newbies can certainly enjoy the game on these 8 magnificently laid out golf courses and various practice areas across Slovenia.
From among the 8 courses, the oldest one is the Bled Golf course created in the year 1938. This course consists of the longest tradition which was even visited by players before World War II. The 18 as well as 9-hole courses are located over overwhelming mountain scenery. It was also the venue of the first golf tournament held in 1976. It was also recognized as one of the most challenging and most beautiful golf courses within Europe.
Aside from the Bled golf course, the other 7 golf courses in Slovenia are as follows: Golf course Arboretum/Volčji potok, Golf course Lipica, Golf Course Otocec, Golf course Olimje/Podčetrtek, Golf course Livada/Moravske wellness, Golf course Golden Hill/Slovenjske Konjice, and lastly, Golf course Ptuj.
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April 10th, 2010
Slovenia, though a small country, is well known for its healing thermal as well as mineral waters which have been utilized since the Roman period. They also have been famous for Slovenia contains a lot of major health resorts with wellness programs. A few of these health resorts offer classical massage, complementary therapies, beauty, nutrition, weight loss programs, and a lot more. When you visit Slovenia, you can choose from the different wellness resorts presented below which will pamper you physically, mentally as well as spiritually.
Podetrtek. A wellness resort located in eastern Slovenia offers a healthy along with an unpolluted environment.
The Olimia Thermal Spa. This spa offers therapeutic thermal waters and water parks, as well as massage, fitness classes plus beauty services. They have been famous for their specialty which is an on-staff allergy specialist who utilizes bio-resonance therapy. Plus, the place is surrounded by nature trails suited for hiking and biking.
Balnea Wellness Center. Opened in 2003, this wellness center is located with the Dolenjske Toplice Health Resort. The resort is famous for its picturesque scenery plus their 3 thermal springs.
Dobrna Thermal Spa. This thermal is famously recognized because they specialized in infertility, rheumatism, neurological and locomotor system diseases. They also offer thermal baths, fango, mud and peat compresses, acupuncture which are done by competent medical staffs.
Catez Thermal Spa. This spa is Slovenia’s largest spa and a top level health resort. They offer a combination of healing services based on 11 thermal water springs with a lot of wellness and beauty programs.
Zrece Health Resort. Located at the hilly north eastern region of Slovenia, the Zrece is one of the youngest spas in Slovenia. They have been given a licensed to treat rheumatic diseases as well as muscoskeletal problems. Plus, they also handle neurotic disorders, gynecological illness and respiratory infections in their Medical and Rehabilitation Center.
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