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Safe town Ljubljana
6 Reviews snap taken from the castle over the city ....looks nice and larger than i guess at first sight.. by the way the castle....mmm i didnt like so much ..its not like spanish or french castles ..it looks...
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Slovenian drivers have very high opinion of their own driving skills, but that is not the truth. Some of them cannot see other drivers if driving faster than they do it, and some are not willing to let you surpassing slow cars before they have done it. But, on the other hand, aren't we all like that in our own country?
Travelling along Mountain roads, we came across many Motorbikes. A lot were in groups, some were on their own. They were going quite fast most of the time, we hardly met any slower, and what I call, more sensible ones. The roads are windy, and I guess this is what they like, but they do cut corners, and by the signage, it looks like there might be quite a lot of accidents. We took extra care, and tried to look ahead if possible, so we could be ready for them!
Advising that you fill up your rental vehicle with the correct sort of fuel sounds so obvious that you must wonder why I have to mention this, but for fear of making us sound like complete numbskulls, let me share this cautionary - and ultimately inspiring - tale from the Soca Valley in Slovenia!It turned out that the people carrier that we rented in Italy ran on diesel, but this hadn't been brought to our attention when we rented it (and of course, we hadn't read the manual), so we happily filled it up for the first time with unleaded petrol in blissful ignorance, and drove off.Less than a kilometre down the road, the vehicle started to judder and the engine started to knock. With sinking hearts we realised what the problem was immediately, and managed to limp back to the petrol station, where they confirmed our mistake.What to do? It was early afternoon on a Sunday in a small mountain...
Warning to all Canadians Their is a very good chance your Canadian ATM Card will not work in Slovenia! bring euros in from other countries. I had to go to the main branch of the bank Of Slovenia and take a cash advance on a credit card so i would have some spending money! even the atm's that should work did not! this was the only place I had problems in europe.In Ljubljana the main branch of the bank of Slovenia is a short 5 min walk from the triple bridge.
You may well feel, as I do, that Slovenia is the safest country you have visited. Yes, there may be the odd opportunistic pickpocket around (there always is) but, in general, I felt entirely comfortable alone wherever I was, whatever time of day. Take the usual common-sense precautions, and see how many bored police-people you can spot as you travel round!The strict rules about driving (5 tests to pass, twice-yearly MOTs for older cars, on-the-spot fines for driving too close) mean that travelling by road is far less stressful than anywhere else I've been (and that includes the UK). Stick to the rules and you'll have a most pleasant road-trip.
Be warned: Slovenian food is exceptionally good, and Slovenians really care about the quality (they aren't into the fast-food convenience rubbish at all). It's influenced by Slovenia's neighbours: Italian pizza, pasta, ice-cream......Austrian schnitzel, meat, cakes........Slavic meat, stews, veggies, sausage........all very more-ish. And portions are huge!Then there are the beers (try Temno Lashko for starters), and the wines (Slovenian wines are lovely) and the local spirits (honey liqueur, cherry schnapps......).So be prepared to take in far more calories than you expected, but I guarantee you will do so with the greatest of pleasure!
This is not a warning!!! is just to say dont worry about the money in this country, as now you dont need to exchange money, cause the slovenian money is now just the EURO, since jan-2007The old money of Slovenia (tolar) is now only a "souvenir"
More a reminder than a danger, but do not underestimate the hiking tracks in Slovenia. Stout hiking boots and a good map are a must-have. Some hiking tracks are only for people with good physical fitness - inform yourself with a guide book or the local tourist information before you start on how demanding the hike will be. Other routes are totally easy, like the roundtrip along Lake Bohinj or Vintgar Gorge. We did part of the Valley of the Seven Lakes - hike, which is pretty steep at the beginning (roughly 1 hour 30 minutes ), then less so so once you reach the valley. I would not recommend the real mountain hikes in rainy weather, as some tracks can get very slippery when wet.
Laundromats are almost nonexistent in Slovenia, and public laundries are few and far between (and expensive). I finally had my clothes washed at a hotel, and it cost me $20 for two pairs of pants, two tops, three pairs of socks, and a nightshirt!I'd advise you to bring (1) garments (especially underwear and socks) that you can wash in the sink and that will dry quickly, and/or (2) more changes of clothing. (I'm a minimalist traveler, but this time it bit me.)
On my way from Ljubljana to Bled along a busy but not overly-busy road I was pulled over by the local highway police for riding where it was 'forbidden'. Though the only other choice was a mucky goat path beside the highway which dwindled into a field somewhere, that was too bad. If I went back onto the road they would fine me. As it turns out the tiny roads I did find were exceptionally beautiful and quiet, so I was quite lucky. I forget what the fine would have been but it was quite steep.
Best Western Premier Hotel Slon Ljubljana
5 Reviews and 322 Opinions Would recommend this hotel being very central, staff very friendly, one thing the hotel heating...
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1 Review and 17 Opinions This medium size hotel is situated is about 1km along the coast from Piran in Fiesa. Take the...
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Q: My husband and I are planning two nights in July - is it better to base ourselves In Bled or Bohinj, or do one night in each?
A: Personally I liked Bohinj more mainly because it's more remote & natural. You can wander through the woods and discover Slap Savica, by crossing wooden bridges, climbing...
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