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Preden odgovorimo na to vprašanje, se moramo vprašati, kaj sploh pričakujemo od te kave. Od naših pričakovanj je namreč odvisno, kam se bomo usedli oziroma ali se bomo sploh usedli – ali pa jo bomo spili kar po poti.

Unlike the zoo, playground in Tivoli park or Dragon Bridge, National Gallery doesn't sound like something you'd want to do with kids. But as someone who has taken their kids to this family friendly place often, I am here to tell you that you should. Because it is a great way to learn more about Slovenia and help kids appreciate art. It can be fun and here's how.

If you love architecture and if you love biking, then continue reading. I've got a fabulous idea on how to spend time in Ljubljana actively, see architectural gems and learn something on the way. It’s called the Plečnik bike tour, which will take you all over Ljubljana, where you’ll meet works from the city’s favourite architect.

The best thing about Ljubljana is you can wander around its picturesque and cobbled narrow streets in the old town and just few minutes later you can already be having a true wilderness adventure.

Cinema buffs have got it made in Ljubljana, although that hasn’t always been the case. It looked pretty grim for a while in the early days of the new millennium, when a new multiplex threatened to single-handedly ruin the indie cinema scene in the capital. Fortunately, good taste prevailed and these days Ljubljana has a variety of good film venues and events in its arsenal.

Under the bracing shade of trees, stretching 40 kilometres around Ljubljana, it winds an enchanting mostly car-free trail of historic importance. If the Trail of Remembrance and Comradeship or simply just POT is a popular walking, jogging and cycling route for outdoor enthusiasts, it also serves as a reminder of where the city used to be enclosed during the World War II.

Every time Simon and I travel to a foreign country, we try to visit places, which are off the beaten path and overlooked by most tourists. This way we do not just get to know the visited country on a deeper level, we often enjoy the hidden gems more than places everyone catches on their cameras.

Lovely. That’s the first word that pops into my mind when I think of Bogenšperk castle. It’s small and snowy white, surrounded by the blooming meadows and the woods. So cute! But the appearance can be deceiving. After all, the castle was the scene of some pretty heavy stuff in the past …

The answer is easy. Try them all and see which one will please you best. I’ll share my own favorite spots in town and give you a tip or two about where to find special flavors and unique delicacies that are worth trying.

When the weather is warm, but not too hot or too cold, it’s just perfect for any outdoor activities. We, in Ljubljana just love our bikes in any season. Why don’t you join us, feel the breeze, burn some calories and see how fun it is to explore our green city on a bicycle?