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Maribor 2012 App Unleashed

Aleksandr Shatskih

For those readers who want to keep up to date with all the latest and events and news regarding The European Capital of Culture Maribor 2012, a great new app has just been released to make the party that much more accessible.

14 years ago

Maribor European Capital of Culture 2012: April Events

Aleksandr Shatskih

An action-packed month lies ahead for Maribor this April as the city continues with its program of events to celebrate its status as European Capital of Culture for 2012. Get ready for an orgy of cabaret shows, displays of Mediterranean flair and a celebration of Roma culture like never before!

14 years ago

Ski Jumping World Championships in Planica, March 15-18

Guest Author

For those who enjoy sporting events, the Ski Jumping World Cup is coming in March to Planica, Slovenia (March 15-18) and promises once again to be an entertaining event for people of all ages

14 years ago

MARIBOR 2012 Hosts Conference on Social Responsibility

Aleksandr Shatskih

As part of its celebrations as the European Capital of Culture for 2012, Maribor is welcoming speakers from around the world to participate in this year’s 7th edition of the International Institute for the Development of Social Responsibility (IRDO) Conference.

14 years ago

Exploring the Slovenian Coast

Guest Author

Slovenia doesn’t have much of a coastline at all, in fact, only 46kms of it, but those 46km however are one of the most interesting and attractive parts of the country.

14 years ago

Rock Climbing in Slovenia

Guest Author

Slovenia is an incredibly popular tourist destination, and with so many mountain and hill ranges, rock climbing is but one of the many activities you could undertake whilst you are there.

14 years ago

7 Things to Do In and Around Bled

Guest Author

Bled is one of the most popular areas of Slovenia and continuing to grow in popularity as the well-kept secret gradually gets out. This is just an example of some of the activities on offer so rest assured that there is plenty more.

14 years ago

Maribor Kicks Off European Capital of Culture Party

Aleksandr Shatskih

Out with the old, in with the new – with the dawn of the new year now fully upon us, it’s once again time for Europe to hand over one of its most prestigious awards. This month sees the title of Europe’s “Capital of Culture” handed over to not one, but two cities – the Slovakian capital of Maribor and the northern city of Guimarães, in Portugal.

14 years ago

Maribor 2012: A Pictorial I

Phil Butler

A few days ago we covered the upcoming Maribor 2012 and its place as one of the towns chosen to be the European Capital of Culture next year. In keeping with Argo Travel’s image and media focused core value, we contacted the Slovenia Tourism Board about more images. Their PR exec Jasmina Godec graciously responded with the FTP for their best images.

14 years ago

Maribor 2012: Slovenia Set to WOW the World

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Slovenia’s Tourism Board, the town of Maribor, in cooperation with other municipalities, are all set for an exuberant opening weekend as the European Capital of Culture, January 14th and 15th, 2012. Slovenia was recently honored at the World Travel Market in London as well.

14 years ago

Skiing in Slovenia: Kranjska Gora

Aleksandr Shatskih

With the opening of the Igloo Village this season from 20.12.2011 – 11.3.2012, Kranjska Gora becomes an ideal destination for romantics as well.

14 years ago

Romantic Winter Getaways in Eastern Europe

Mihaela Lica Butler

If romance is what you want for your winter holiday, you’re in luck: Eastern Europe isn’t short of romantic getaways, as long as you know where to look.

14 years ago

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