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Two Wheels, Two Countries, Boundless Options
Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, looking to enjoy the great outdoors with the family or just need a way to get to the next winery, rustic village or UNESCO World Heritage site, there are cycling adventures in Slovenia and Croatia for everyone. Pedal Through the Julian Alps There’s no better place to start exploring Slovenia by bike than the Juliana Bike , a 290 km mountain biking loop through the Julian Alps that’s the top choice of two-time Tour de France winner and Slovenia native Tadej …
Mountain Thrills: Hiking and Skiing in Slovenia and Croatia
Welcome to paradise. Between Slovenia’s hundreds of peaks, Croatia’s mountain-lined coast and the forests covering everything in between, you’re spoiled with hiking and skiing options. Epic Hikes Through Slovenia's Alpine Wonderland Among the most mountainous countries in Europe, you can call Slovenia King of the Mountain. With over 10,000 km of trails, hiking is essentially the national sport and three ranges make up the rocky playing field – the Kamnik-Savinja Alps , the Karavanke Alps and …
Beyond the Postcard: Uncovering Hidden Gems
It’s the possibility of discovery that tantalizes us into traveling and that’s exactly what’s on the menu in Slovenia and Croatia . Where ecotourism havens, as awe-inspiring as they are focused on sustainability, await you. Slovenia’s Garden of Eden Going off the beaten path will lead you to Eden, or actually, EDEN – European Destinations of Excellence: exceptional but as yet undiscovered places that foster sustainable tourism, of which Slovenia is home to nine . The Solčava region is a prime …
Croatia’s gingerbread craft
Taste the culture of North Croatia The craft of gingerbread dates to the Middle Ages, primarily to convents and monasteries across Europe, where nuns and monks worked diligently to produce votive candles, gingerbread cookies, honey-based beverages, and wax, among other things. From the very beginning, these hand-crafted products were sold at fairs and church feasts. Thanks to the appeal of gingerbread cookies, the stands selling them along with mead always had a special, picturesque …
Go local in the Netherlands
Cycle, eat, and see water as the Dutch do Without a doubt, the first thing you must master while in the Netherlands to “do as the Dutch do” is to cycle! The Dutch travel by bike as much as possible , which is why the Netherlands has more bicycles than its inhabitants! So, if you want to blend in during your visit, you must get on a bike. There’s simply no better way to immerse yourself in Dutch culture because the best stories the Netherlands has to tell are discovered while cycling. The …
Introducing a Luxembourg tradition
Discover the Péckvillercher, a historic symbol Since 1827, every Easter Monday a mass has been celebrated in the church of Saint Michel in Luxembourg for the brotherhood of potters. At the traditional Emaischen folk market held i n front of the church, potters from the village of Nospelt sell small, decorated, clay bird whistles called Péckvillchen in Luxembourgish. Blowing the whistle reproduces the cuckoo’s call, and children love to try out different melodies on it. The Emaischen …
Solo trips in the Netherlands
Exploring the country as small as a city The Netherlands is the perfect destination for all different types of travelers, and for the solo female traveler, there are many things about the country that make it a great European choice. After all, in a country almost as small as a city, there is so much to explore, easily. No matter what your interests are, the Netherlands has it all, from cycling to the coast, to spending a day on the water or immersing yourself in world-class art. Whether you …
Famous Czech Women
Meet four who make Czechs proud Among an elite group of famous women are a tennis player, an architect, a fashion designer, and an opera singer, but do you know what they all have in common? They are all Czech! Let us introduce you to them: Petra Kvitová No. 2 in the WTA rankings in 2011, two victories at Wimbledon , Gold at the WTA Finals, bronze in the singles at the Rio de Janeiro Olympics and several Fed Cup Championships…who hasn't heard of Petra Kvitová, one of the world's most successful …
Women traveling in Serbia
Experience solo travel with ease Do you want to travel alone? Do you want to take some time for yourself and visit destinations that you have been planning to visit for years? Do you want the choice of destination and type of vacation to be yours alone? In Serbia, you will find places that are real safe havens. Serbia is a safe place, a multinational and multiconfessional country where there are no religious prejudices or cultural restrictions. You will be welcomed everywhere, and hospitable …
Switzerland for solo females
8 reasons for women to visit Switzerland 1. Break the “glacier” ceiling in the birthplace of female mountaineering Following the first female ascent on record in the world – Mont Blanc, Europe’s highest peak, in 1808 by 18-year-old Marie Paradis – the next big feat was by British climber Lucy Walker, who, fueled by cake and champagne, made the first female ascent of the 14,692-ft Matterhorn above Zermatt in 1871. Two centuries later, women are still breaking records – such as forming the …