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Tour Slovenia and its Neighbors On Line (Video + Stills)

IntrepidBerkeleyExplorer — Thu May 28, 2009 7:26 pm

Author: IntrepidBerkeleyExplorer

Posted: Thu May 28, 2009 7:26 pm

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The Intrepid Berkeley Explorer

Trip to island Hvar in Croatia

orerciard — Sun Jan 18, 2009 7:49 pm

Author: orerciard

Posted: Sun Jan 18, 2009 7:49 pm

I am planning a trip with my wife to Croatia next summer,
and looking for a company that rents apartments
on Cratian island Hvar.

Does anybody have any experience with Croatian travel agencies?

DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS IN SLOVENIA / EMBASSIES IN SLOVENIA

Slovenia Info — Tue May 15, 2007 10:05 am

Author: Slovenia Info

Posted: Tue May 15, 2007 10:05 am

DIPLOMATIC MISSIONS IN SLOVENIA

ALBANIA
Embassy of Albania
Ob Ljubljanici 12,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 432-2324
Fax: +386 1 432-2053

AUSTRIA
Embassy of Austria
Prešernova cesta 23,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 479-0700
Fax: +386 1 252-1717
E-mail: austroamb@austrianembassy.si

BELGIUM
Embassy of Belgium
Trg republike 3/IX,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 200-6010
Fax: +386 1 426-6395
E-mail: ljubljana@diplobel.org

BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
Embassy of Bosnia & Herzegovina
Kolarjeva 26,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 432-4042
Fax: +386 1 432-2230

BULGARIA
Embassy of Bulgaria
Stari trg 1,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 426-5744
Fax: +386 1 425-8845

CHINA
Embassy of China
Koblarjeva 3,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 420-2855
Fax: +386 1 282-2199

CROATIA
Embassy of Croatia
Gruberjevo nabrežje 6,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 425-6220
Fax: +386 1 425-8106
E-mail: croemb.slovenia@siol.net

CZECH REPUBLIC
Embassy of the Czech Republic
Riharjeva 1,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 420-2450
Fax: +386 1 283-9259
E-mail: ljubljana@embassy.mzv.cz

DENMARK
Royal Embassy of Denmark
Eurocentre,
Tivolska 48,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 438-0800
Fax: +386 1 431-7417
E-mail: ljuamb@um.dk

FRANCE
Embassy of France
Barjanska 1,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 479-0400
Fax: +386 1 425-0465
E-mail: info@ambafrance.si
Website: www.ambafrance.si

GERMANY
Embassy of Germany
Prešernova cesta 27,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 251-6166
Fax: +386 1 425-0899

GREECE
Embassy of Greece
Trnovski pristan 14,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 420-1400
Fax: +386 1 281-1114
E-mail: emb.gr.slo@siol.net

HUNGARY
Embassy of Hungary
Ulica Konrada Babnika 5,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 512-1882
Fax: +386 1 512-1878

IRELAND
Embassy of Ireland
Palača Kapitelj,
Poljanski nasip 6,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 300-8970
Fax: +386 1 282-1096
E-mail: irish.embassy@siol.net

ITALY
Embassy of Italy
Snežniška ulica 8,
Ljubljana
Tel.: +386 1 426-2194
Fax: +386 1 425-3302
E-mail: amblubiana@siol.net

MACEDONIA
Embassy of Macedonia
Dunajska 104,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 568-4454
Fax: +386 1 568-5181

NETHERLANDS
Embassy of the Netherlands
Palača Kapitelj,
Poljanski nasip 6,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 420-1461
Fax: +386 1 420-1470
E-mail: lju@minbuza.nl

NORWAY
Royal Norwegian Embassy
Ajdovščina 4/8,
Ljubljana
Tel.: +386 1 300-2140
Fax: +386 1 300-2150
E-mail: emb.ljubljana@mfa.no
Website: www.norway.si

POLAND
Embassy of Poland
Rožna dolina,
cesta XV št. 18,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 423-2882
Fax: +386 1 423-2881
E-mail: ambpo.si@siol.net
Website: www.poland-embassy.si

ROMANIA
Embassy of Romania
Podlimbarskega 43,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 505-8294
Fax: +386 1 505-5432
E-mail: embassy.of.romania@siol.net

RUSSIA
Embassy of the Russian Federation
Tomšičeva 9,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 425-6875
Fax: +386 1 425-6878

SLOVAKIA
Embassy of Slovakia
Tivolska cesta 4,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 425-5425
Fax: +386 1 425-5425
E-mail: velepos.slovakia@siol.net

SPAIN
Embassy of Spain
Trnovski pristan 24,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 420-2330
Fax: +386 1 420-2333
E-mail: embespsi@mail.mae.es

SWEDEN
Royal Embassy of Sweden
Ajdovščina 4/8,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 300-0270
Fax: +386 1 300-0271
E-mail: ambassaden.ljubljana@foreign.ministry.se

SWITZERLAND
Embassy of Switzerland
Trg republike 3/VI,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 200-8640
Fax: +386 1 252-1717

TURKEY
Embassy of Turkey
Livarska 4,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 236-4150/ 1
Fax: +386 1 436-5240
E-mail: vrturcije@siol.net
Web site: www.turkish-embassy.si

UK
British Embassy
Trg Republike 3/IV,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 200-3910
Fax: +386 1 425-0174
E-mail: info@british-embassy.si
Website: www.british-embassy.si

USA
Embassy of the United States
Prešernova cesta 31,
Ljubljana
Tel.: +386 1 200-5500
Fax: +386 1 200-5555
E-mail: email@usembassy.si
Web site: www.usembassy.si

HOTELS DIRECTORY IN SLOVENIA / SLOVENIA HOTEL GUIDE

Slovenia Info — Tue May 15, 2007 9:38 am

Author: Slovenia Info

Posted: Tue May 15, 2007 9:38 am

HOTELS DIRECTORY IN SLOVENIA

LJUBLJANA

Antiq Hotel
Gornji trg 3,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 421-3560
Fax: +386 1 421-3565
Website: www.antiqhotel.si

Best Western Premier Hotel Slon
34 Slovenska,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 470-1100
Fax: +386 1 251-7164
Email: slon@bestwestern.at
Website: www.hotelslon.com

Domina Ljubljana Hotel & Spa
Dunajska 154,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 588-2513
Fax: +386 1 588-2599
Website: www.dominagmljubljana.com

Grand Hotel Union
Miklošičeva 1,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 308-1194
Fax: +386 1 308-1015
Website: www.gh-union.si

Grand Hotel Union Garni
Miklošičeva 9,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 308-4301
Fax: +386 1 230-1181
Website: www.astralhotel.net

Hotel Lev
Vošnjakova 1,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 433-2155
Fax: +386 1 434-3350
Website: www.hotel-lev.si

Hotel Mons Ljubljana
55 Pot za Brdom,
Ljubljana
Tel: +386 1 470-2700
Fax: +386 1 470-2708
Email: info@hotel.mons.si
Website: www.hotel.mons.si

GETTING AROUND IN SLOVENIA / SLOVENIA TRANSPORTATION GUIDE

Slovenia Info — Mon May 14, 2007 3:14 am

Author: Slovenia Info

Posted: Mon May 14, 2007 3:14 am

GETTING AROUND IN SLOVENIA

BY AIR

Main airports: Maribor (MBX) in the east of the country and Portoroz (POW) on the Adriatic Coast.

BY SEA

Slovenia has ports at Izola, Koper, Piran and Portoroz.

BY RAIL

There are efficient Intercity and stopping services. Train travel is generally inexpensive.

BY ROAD

Traffic drives on the right. There is a good network of high-quality roads in Slovenia. For further information, contact the national automobile club Auto-Moto Zveza Slovenjie (AMZS), Dunajska 128a, 1000 Ljubljana (tel: (1) 530 5300; website: www.amzs.si). There is a good bus network. The emergency roadside help and information service of AMZS is well organised and can be reached by dialing 1 987. Speed limits are 130kph (80mph) on motorways, 100kph (62mph) on roads reserved to motor traffic and 90kph (56mph) on roads outside residential areas. In cities it is 50kph (31mph). School buses cannot be overtaken. The alcohol limit is 0.05 per cent. Safety belts are compulsory (even in the back, if provided). Dimmed headlights must be turned on at all times while driving (even during the day).

Documentation: Full national driving licences with a photograph are accepted. An International Green Card for non-EU members can be purchased at the border. International car insurance is mandatory.

URBAN TRANSPORTATION

Ljubljana has bus services and taxis are widely available.

SLOVENIA TOURISM GUIDE / TOURISM IN SLOVENIA

Slovenia Info — Mon May 14, 2007 2:50 am

Author: Slovenia Info

Posted: Mon May 14, 2007 2:50 am

SLOVENIA TOURISM GUIDE

GENERAL

One of the smallest countries in Europe, Slovenia lies in an enviable geographical position between the majestic Alps and the Mediterranean; visitors can thus travel between ski slopes and beach resorts within a matter of hours.

LJUBLJANA

The Slovene capital is the starting point for a wide range of excursions. Situated in the heart of Slovenia, along the banks of the Ljubljanca River, the capital is within a two-hour drive of all the state borders. The old part of the town is particularly delightful. There are three bridges crossing the river, one leading directly to the Town Hall (1718) with its Baroque fountain and two open courtyards. Towering over the city are the twin towers of Ljubljana Cathedral (1708), which house some impressive frescoes. The Castle, situated on a hill, overlooks the river. The Castle is currently undergoing repairs and only part of it is open to the public. The tower offers a splendid view of the city. On the eastern bank of the river is the Town Museum with an extensive collection of Roman artifacts. Near to the University is the Ursuline Church (1726) with an altar by Robba. The National Museum, the National Gallery, the Municipal Gallery and the Modern Art Gallery with the quiet Tivoli Gardens are all interesting.

THE EAST

Maribor, in the east of the country, is Slovenia’s second-largest city (population: approximately 100,000). It lies only 16km (10 miles) from the Austrian border and is a three-hour journey by car from Trieste or Vienna. Maribor is a lively cultural, scientific and commercial centre with a University and numerous art galleries, museums and theatres. The city is a good starting point for visiting the nearby Alpine region of Pohorje, one of Slovenia’s main skiing resorts, which hosts major international competitions. Also worth visiting are the nearby wine-growing hills of Slovenske Gorice, where a number of Slovenia’s excellent white wines are produced. To the south of Maribor, Ptuj contains Roman remains, a medieval centre and is the scene of traditional carnivals.

THE JULIAN ALPS

The Julian Alps are a popular skiing area in the winter, particularly the resorts of Kranjska Gora and Bovec. Triglav National Park encompasses the splendour of these mountains, as well as the grassy slopes of the surrounding valleys. It is a great place for keen trekkers and visitors are attracted by the unusual tower on Mount Triglav. Podkoren is situated in the mountains near the Austrian border. The fashionable mountain resort of Bled, near the Austrian and Italian borders, is set on the idyllic Lake Bled, where skating and curling take place in winter, and swimming and rowing in summer. The trout and carp fishing are also very good. Sights include the neo-Gothic Parish Church (1904) with its interesting frescoes and Bled Castle, the former seat of the bishops of Brixen. Perching above a 100m (328ft) drop, the castle offers magnificent views over the city and lake. Another popular skiing resort is the Zgornjesavska valley, which borders Austria and Italy in the northwest. Situated between the Julian Alps and the Karavanke, the valley is surrounded by mountain peaks and a number of international skiing and ski jumping competitions take place there every year.

THE COAST

Portoroz is Slovenia’s most popular seaside resort, with numerous hotels and pavement cafes. The spectacular 20km cave of Postojna, only one hour’s drive from the coast, has been deemed one of the greatest sights of natural beauty, and features gigantic stalagmites and a cavernous hall which can hold over 10,000 people.

The port of Koper still retains an Italian atmosphere. The old town, entered through Muda Gate, is worth exploring. Passing the Bridge Fountain, the street widens onto the city’s central square. In general, the sights are clustered around the Town Tower (1480), which dominates the skyline. Fine examples of the Venetian Gothic style are the 15th-century Cathedral, the loggia and the Praetor’s Palace; also of interest is the Romanesque Carmin Rotunda (1317). Well worth a visit is the excellent Provincial Museum, which houses old maps of the area.

SPAS

Slovenia’s natural spas are scattered throughout the country and include the Radenci Health Resort (close to the Austrian border) and the Rogaska Health Resort, where legend claims that the winged horse Pegasus created curative mineral waters with a magic blow of his hooves.

SLOVENIA TRAVEL INFORMATION / SLOVENIA TRAVEL GUIDE

Slovenia Info — Mon May 14, 2007 2:41 am

Author: Slovenia Info

Posted: Mon May 14, 2007 2:41 am

SLOVENIA TRAVEL INFORMATION

Full Name

Republic of Slovenia (Republika Slovenija)

Capital City

Ljubljana

Area

20,273 sq km
7,827 sq miles

Population

1,935,677

Time Zone

GMT/UTC +1

Daylight Saving Start

last Sunday in March

Daylight Saving End

last Sunday in October

Languages

Slovenian (official)

A South Slavic language written in Roman alphabet and closely related to Croatian and Serbian.

Croatian (other)

Serbian (other)

German (other)

English (other)

This is the preferred language of the young.

Religion

57.8% Roman Catholic, 10% none, 2.4% Muslim, 2.3% Eastern Orthodox Christian, 1% Protestant, 3.5% unaffiliated.

Currency

euro (€)

Electricity

220V 50HzHz

Electric Plug Details

European plug with two circular metal pins

Country Dialing Code

386