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We created Let’s Go Slovenia to help travellers discover authentic experiences, local insights and hidden gems across Slovenia.
From scenic road trips and local food recommendations to lesser-known destinations, we share Slovenia through the eyes of locals.
Latest Stories
How to Wake a Sleeping Dragon: Anika and Her Father Milan Are Bringing Alchemy to Life in Radovljica
If you ever find yourself in Radovljica, there is one museum you simply shouldn’t miss. It will undoubtedly charm you – and perhaps even cast a little spell on you. The Pharmacy and Alchemy Museum is located on Linhart Square, close to the Museum of …
Matjaž Rešek’s Inspiring Story: A Factory’s Closure Could Not Take Away His Love of Making Hats
You may wonder who still wears a hat these days. Yet many people still prefer one to a woolly bobble hat. And those are precisely the people who will find what they are looking for at his hat-making workshop in Škofja Loka. Matjaž Rešek first …
It’s All About Slovenia: Milica, the Woman Behind a Soulful Souvenir Shop on Ljubljana’s Trubarjeva Street
A colourful, lively shop window catches the eye of passers-by. Its vibrant display draws people closer, tempting them to peek inside. And once inside, there’s plenty to capture their imagination. Memories and tradition Every item on its shelves reflects the country’s rich cultural heritage. Each …
10 Hidden Gems in Ljubljana
Open your eyes, open your mind, and dive into the very best of “secret places” of Ljubljana. 1. The beautiful atrium of Križanke Križanke is a very popular Ljubljana open-air theatre venue. But the architectural complex is much more than this. It also includes the medieval monastery, a …
The Art of Cheesemaking: Meet Kristijan and David, Two Very Special Cheesemakers From Sinji Vrh above the Vipava Valley
A thousand metres above Ajdovščina, on Sinji Vrh overlooking the Vipava Valley, Golden Ring Cheese lets raw milk, dark tunnels and time do the talking. In this small Slovenian boutique cheesemaking operation, every wheel of cheese has a unique story. Golden Ring Cheese is a …
The LONCA Hotel, our very comfortable stay in medieval Škofja Loka
With inviting rooms, a private park, and wellness and fitness facilities, it makes a convenient base for exploring the town’s medieval streets and enjoying a relaxing break. The rooms feature carefully selected furnishings and materials, creating a welcoming setting for unwinding after a day of …
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