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Download the Slovenia Media Kit 2025 for Travel Inspiration

Kostas Raptis

Travel bloggers, writers, and influencers now have access to Slovenia’s new media kit for travel inspiration in 2025.

1 year ago

Lea Sirk to Represent Slovenia at Eurovision 2018

Aleksandr Shatskih

Slovenia’s national selection for representation at Eurovision 2018 ends with singer and songwriter Lea Sirk’s win over a lineup of Slovenia’s best talent. Lea’s song, “Hvala, ne!”was chosen by a 50/50 split of jury and public votes.

8 years ago

Slovenia and Croatia See Tourist Overnights Boost

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to news from Eurostat, Slovenia and Croatia are two of three countries which saw the biggest tourist overnights increase in the European Union (EU) in 2017. 

8 years ago

Slovenia Will Play Host to International Golf Travel Market 2018

Argophilia Travel News

The International Golf Travel Market (IGTM), the world’s premier global event for the golf tourism industry, has announced that its 2018 event will be hosted in Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana. The IAGTO Undiscovered Golf Destination of the Year 2015 will welcome IGTM 2018 to The GR Exhibition and Convention Centre, located in the heart of Ljubljana, from October 15-18, 2018.   

8 years ago

NATURO Travel Fair in Gornja Radgona Is a Must Next Week

Aleksandr Shatskih

NATURO international travel and tourism fair will take place in Gornja Radgona, Slovenia, from April 21 until April 23, 2017.

9 years ago

Slovenia “Year of Healthy Waters 2017” Begins

Aleksandr Shatskih

2017 is the ‘Year of Healthy Waters’ in Slovenia, a celebration of the tradition of natural thermal springs and wellness. Visitors to this eastern European spa paradise can receive traditional and innovative treatments based natural and sustainable practices at 14 state-verified natural and thermal spas and resorts. The springs of Radenska in the Radenci Health […]

9 years ago

Mozirski Gaj Is Getting Ready for the Spring

Aleksandr Shatskih

Mozirski Gaj, a beautiful grove and horticulture park in Slovenia, will open its gates mid-April with an exhibition of tulips.

9 years ago

Seven Things to See in Novo Mesto, Birthplace of Melania Trump

Mihaela Lica Butler

Although Melania Trump was born in Novo Mesto, she grew up in Sevnica. Yet, Novo Mesto is attention worthy for historical and natural attractions.

9 years ago

Slovenia to Complete Rateče-Obrežje Cycling Route

Aleksandr Shatskih

To be regarded as a European cycling destination, Slovenia steps up marking and securing routes for cyclists near Italian and Croatian borders.

9 years ago

Five Spa Experiences in Slovenia You’ll Always Take With You

Phil Butler

Slovenia is a country at the crossroads European cultural and trade routes. Famous for its magnificent mountain environs, this magical place has been inhabited since pre-historic times. Slovenia is also famous for its unbelievable spas, winemaking, and its Julian Alps. On the subject of spas, Argo takes a look at a selection any traveler can categorize on their return home as – unforgettable.

9 years ago

Fraport Wins Ljubljana Airport Bid

Aleksandr Shatskih

Fraport AG, along with a consortium led by the Slovenian Sovereign Holding (SDH), have agreed to the acquisition of Ljubljana Airport (Aerodrom Ljubljana) in Slovenia. Winning the award versus international competitors, the consortium closed the bidding process on July 4, seeing Fraport selected to negotiate for the sale of Aerodrom Lubljana d.d.

12 years ago

8th Annual Wild Flower Festival Starts This Month in Bohinj, Slovenia

Aleksandr Shatskih

This month, May 24th, the 8th International Wild Flower Festival comes to Bohinj, Slovenia. This alpine flower festival shows off one of the country’s most treasured nature attractions, some of the most beautiful wild flowers in all Europe, AND one of Slovenia’s most fascinating towns.

12 years ago

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