The Julian Alps stood tall and majestic as my wife, Susan, and I set out on our thrilling expedition through Slovenia’s renowned Vršič Pass. We planned a full day for this journey, knowing the drive required careful navigation on a narrow road with only about a pencil’s length of distance between passing vehicles. Even more…
Welcome to the captivating beauty of Lake Bled, a true gem nestled in the heart of Slovenia. With its pristine waters, charming island church, and majestic castle, Lake Bled is a destination that has it all. Join me as we embark on a journey to explore the rich history, breathtaking sights, and delightful experiences this…
Deep in the heart of Slovenia’s Triglav National Park, the scenic Vintgar Gorge trail hike is an exhilarating workout, and tantalizes your senses with beauty and serenity. When it comes to exploring this natural wonder, rushing through it just isn’t the way to go. We actually planned to make it a whole day’s journey, and…
Radovljica, Slovenia is a bucolic village nestled in the heart of the Julian Alps. From the cobblestone streets to the pastel alpine houses, storefronts, and office buildings, you can feel a sense of history throughout the charming village. Radovljica is known as the “Beekeeping Capital of Slovenia,” with a rich history that stretches back centuries….
As we stepped off the plane in Ljubljana, Slovenia’s capital city, our weariness from overnight travel gave way to excitement and anticipation. We thoroughly researched this charming little city with a river running through it after reading Rick Steves’ Croatia & Slovenia travel guidebook. Admittedly, Slovenia wasn’t even on our radar until after we started…
