Tag: local experience

Jeruzalem is the land of sun, counts and wine. It lies on the northeastern part of Slovenia between Mura and Drava rivers. With its rolling wine hills, hospitable people and endless natural and cultural attractions it is a perfect destination for wine and food lovers, natural enthusiasts and active families.    My top things to …

Savinja valley is truly a kingdom of nature where you can find picturesque landscape parks worth visiting. Traveling to Savinja valley, only an hour drive from Ljubljana, you will not only be overwhelmed by its lush landscape but also by charming local people. And of course, yummy local cuisine. We were visiting Savinja valley during …

Foraging wild edibles and medicinal plants at Herbal Rooms Homestay starts every year in the spring time, mainly late February. This is the time when the nature awakes and turns green. In our herbal garden around 30 different medicinal plants are planted and each of them has a name written in Slovene and Latin language …

Easter in Slovenia is for sure the greatest Christian holiday and a culinary gathering of the whole family. It is a truly festive time when family gets together. Easter traditions in Slovenia are vibrant. Easter time begins with 40-days fasting period. Holy week is accompanied by vibrant folks habits and customs. Everything starts with Palm …

December is the most festival time of the year. Many Slovenian cities and towns are nicely decorated and Christmas markets become the center of socializing. A fairytale-like setting in Ljubljana Ljubljana vibrant Christmas markets with numerous food and drinks stalls held place in its historical city center at 6 locations. Walk along Ljubljanica river, observe …