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Slovenia may not be known for its golf, but it’s a popular destination! Here’s our guide to the best golf courses in Ljubljana and Slovenia.

That's a pretty usual question for locals and foreign visitors of Ljubljana. Before we attempt to answer the question we have to ask ourselves what it is that we expect from this coffee.

If you really want to get to know a country, you have to visit its market. And the Central Market in Ljubljana is something very special. Here is where the farmers bring their finest produce - the treasures of Slovenia, the very best that the season has to offer.

You’ll find many walks through Ljubljana in various guidebooks – but mine is a very special one. I’m taking you to see some ‘uniquenesses’. Strictly-speaking, that might not be a word, but it’s the best way to describe this collection of fascinating objects and sights.

I’ve always loved jogging, and during some of the marathons I’ve run in the past, I’ve seen how well it works to explore a city whilst running. Now SightJogging, or SightRunning, has become a real trend. It’s green and it’s good for you, and Ljubljana is the perfect place to do it.

When you don’t feel like spending the night at home, Ljubljana’s nightlife has some great go-to places to offer, whereas you’re into classic clubbing or if you’re a bit on the mellow side. 

Slovenia’s gourmet capital of Ljubljana is full of interesting places to eat. Are you wondering where to go for New Year’s Eve dinner? To help solve your dilemma, I’ve selected five festive locations in which you can appease your taste buds and satisfy your party mood at the same time, no matter what your budget is.

Listening to some smooth jazzy beats is perfect for unwinding after a long day or simply elevating the mood. Luckily, there are places in Ljubljana to do just that. Did you know that jazz has been a staple in Ljubljana’s culture for a very long time? Why not explore the scene yourself?

Krvavec is the local mountain of the "Ljubljančani" – in fact, flying into Ljubljana, you can almost shake hands with it on the way down. Part of the Kamnik Alps, this spectacular mountain group stretches up from 1,600 to 2,000 metres. Just 20 minutes from the city centre, It’s a fabulous year-round outdoor playground.

All great capitals of the world have something in common - little pockets or enclaves of culture, entertainment and fun outside the city centre. These areas, neighborhoods or streets are often the pulsing hearts of cities and offer experiences that are usually the perfect foil to the more sanitised and predictable ones in the more central locations.

What do you think of when you hear ‘Ljubljana’? Is it a lovely little capital of a beautiful country with a romantic Old Town along the river Ljubljanica… inviting taverns, good food, cosy people, lots to see, always good for a few relaxing days’?