Category: Sport

Happy landing

28/9/2017

Slovenian smallest international airport is the one on the coast, Aerodrome Portorož. In case you are wandering how small is that, let me tell you it has 11 employee, counting everyone from cleaning personnel to director.

But you are used to small things in Slovenia, aren't you? So this might not come as a surprise to you. How about receiving a welcome drink after you have landed?

When flying directly to the coast, visitors are greeted in a traditional way for this parts of Europe with a shot of home made brandy!

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ZIPline Planica

1/6/2017

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What attracts visitors in the winter as a ski jump turns into a great summer activity. The Wold's biggest ski jumping hill becomes Wold's steepest zipline. Is it really? Try it out and let me know whether it is or it isn't.

If you are not into an adrenalin rush you can walk up ski jumps, small or big, the view is better than at the bottom of a valley. Last renovation brought a cable railway, making it even easier to see the view.

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The most photogenic waterfall

8/5/2017

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Many people call this waterfall, Waterfall Kozjak, one of the most beautiful or one of the most picturesque waterfalls of them all. I would definitely agree with them.

It is situated not too far from Kobarid in western Slovenia. The trail to the waterfall starts not far from town Kobarid, near the Kobarid – Drežnica road. Coming from Kobarid, there is a turnoff to the falls soon after the intersection beside the Napoleon Bridge.

The trail is undemanding and quite rewarding at the end. A perfect combination for many. The last part of the trail takes you through the forest along the Kozjak stream, but you don’t get to see the waterfall till the very end, since it is caught within a stony natural amphitheater.

You reach the waterfall by crossing elevated wooden bridge-trails, which lead you to the edge of a cave. The waterfall itself is only 15 m tall, but as I said,it is truly beautiful.

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Around Ljubljana

5/5/2017

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There are a few events in Ljubljana that bring together young and old and if you happen to be in Ljubljana tomorrow, consider yourself lucky.

This years is the 61st edition of march along where used to be a barbed wire fence which surrounded Ljubljana during World War II. It is approximately 35 km long path leading around Ljubljana and there are 8 points (a bar, shop or a restaurant) which can serve as starting or ending point. Of course you can only join for a little part of the circle if you don't feel like marching all the way.

On the eight points you can get a paper for collecting stamps on every point. You don't need to finish the circle in one year, though. And even if you are not here tomorrow you can pick up your paper for collecting stamps any day in the tourist information center and start walking. The stamps are in restaurants through the year.

PST, as is most often called by the locals, meaning The Path of Remembrance and Comradeship (Pot spominov in tovarištva) is popular for recreational run, bike ride, walk and even cross-country skiing in the winter. Today they are promoting it under more contemporary name: The Green Ring, but note that signs on the path refer to it as POT (which means a path).

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One of the most spectacular trails

3/5/2017

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It is strictly personal, but Škocjan Education Trail is one of the most spectacular one in the country. And even though you don't need to be very fit to manage this trail, you will be highly rewarded. I can't emphasize this enough, but for everyone on the lazy side, I assure you, it is not a hard walk.

50 minutes
2 kilometers
sports footwear

The trail is circular and explanatory signs with illustrations, photographs and a short text begin in front of the Information Centre in Matavun, that is where tickets for Škocjan Caves tours are purchased. With signs you'll be able to understand the natural phenomena and cultural heritage. The walk will take you through villages Škocjan, Matavun and Betajna, into the karst doline, huge sink hole, and to the edge of the abyss. Amazing vies, tranquil nature and antique villages. A must do while in Slovenia. And absolutely free.

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Hen Hill

19/4/2017

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Kokoš - name of a hill - might remind you of a coconut but it has nothing to do with it. Kokoš is a hen. Or, in this case, a hill that offers an easy and pleasant walk.

1 h walk
230 m ascent
sports footwear needed

You can start the trip on Karst Plateau (Kras) in a village called Lokev. The signs are easy to find in this tiny village and the trail is well marked. At first the slope is gentle and then it become more steep. On top of Kokoš there is a nice Mediterranean style mountain hut with simple offer.

If you are in the area on 30 April, be sure to join the traditional, organized night hike that commences at Bazovica on the Itaian side of the border.

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Spring is here, time for mini golf?

3/4/2017

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Spring is back and eighties are also back. Well, if we want to be honest, they have been for a while. But when was the last time when you've played mini golf?
You can play it while visiting Ljubljana, mingling among mainly locals. Mini golf is situated almost at the centre of Ljubljana, at the edge of a Tivoli park, near the sport halls and National Museum of Contemporary History.

You check in, rent golf clubs and ball in a bar, little wooden house alongside the mini golf playground. They have children’s golf clubs as well. Mini golf has 18 holes, each with its own trick to figure out. Playing is not limited by time.

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Tjaša

After writing a blog in Slovenian language for 10 years I have finally come to my sense and started writing one in English as well. I'll share with you beautiful places worth visiting in Slovenia and around it. I'll also talk about general things tourist should know and of course I'll write about food, drinks and accommodation, essentials for any visitor. I am writing about my personal recommendations that are not influenced by any sponsors.

Happy landing

ZIPline Planica

The most photogenic waterfall

Around Ljubljana

One of the most spectacular trails

Hen Hill

Spring is here, time for mini golf?

Tjaša

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