About Slovenia
Yes, Slovenia and Slovakia are two different countries.
So, for our international guests - see below (almost) everything you should know when planning your journey.
How to get to Slovenia
The closest airports are Ljubljana (capital of Slovenia), Trieste, Venice, and Zagreb. Ljubljana airport is not amongst the busiest in Europe, so your best bet is probably Trieste or Zagreb.
From Ljubljana it's just a short drive to the venue (~30min). In the RSVP form you can let us know whether you might need a lift from the city centre (Ljubljana or Kranj).
Things to see & do in Slovenia
Thinking of travelling around Slovenia while you're here? We've got you covered!
We know many of you will be travelling for the first time here so we've compiled some of our favourite spots around the country - feel free to reach out if you have any questions!
Miha “El Maestro de Ljubljana” & Laura’s best tips to travel in Slovenia
Ljubljana
If you’re a good walker, you can see the city in just a morning. Start at Metelkova look at street art and then go past the Dragon Bridge up to Ljubljana castle. You can go inside the castle - it's free unless you want to go to the lookout tower (which is also cool!). There’s several ways up and down so choose a different way down – we recommend Osojna pot (this is a great sunset spot by the way!).
Walk to Stari Trg (Old Square), around the old town and by the river to Kongresni Trg. Our favourite ice cream shop is just around the corner – Romantika. If you need a caffeine boost there’s a nice café called Makalonca - you sit on the river watching Tromostovje or “Three bridges”.
Enjoy the buzz of Prešeren square and walk along the river, either side is gorgeous – you can also visit the market and get some fresh fruit and local produce (check for opening times).
If you have extra time – Tivoli park is nice for a stroll too.
Not Ljubljana
Note: a car is definitely handier to move around but you can already do a lot with public transport.
Food
In Ljubljana: Baščaršija for best balkan food (čevapčiči v lepinji z kajmakom) or go to odprta kuhna in the market (food stalls of various cuisines, it's only on certain days of the week). Verace is a nice Napolitan pizzeria too. Skriti kot for traditional Slovenian food. Mandala is a nice vegan place near the centre.
In general, the Balkans are not particularly veggie-friendly, but you can find some nice places around! Don’t leave without trying burek for a deliciously… greasy option.
Slovenian desserts to try: potica (although it’s more typical of Easter), gibanica (Laura’s favourite, has poppy seeds) štruklji (some sort of filled dumplings) and if you’re near Bled, try kremšnita.
If you need help pronouncing these words:
- š = "sh" as in shoe
- č = "ch" as in chimney
- ž = "soft s" as in measure
- j = "y" as in yellow
... you'll be fluent before the weekend is over!
Don't worry too much about it, most Slovenians speak English really well.