Dec 22nd, 2011 at 1:00PM: Recently, Gadling's Meg Nesterov talked about 10 reasons to travel to Ljubljana in Slovenia. The country has a lot to offer to visitors, and for those looking for an affordable and historical place to stay, a unique hostel experience, as well.
Hostel Celica, currently an artsy youth hostel, was once a military prison within the military barracks of Metelkova Street, dating back to 1882. Once ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Stay at a former military prison turned art hostel in Ljubljana, Slovenia
Dec 22nd, 2011 at 1:00PM: Recently, Gadling's Meg Nesterov talked about 10 reasons to travel to Ljubljana in Slovenia. The country has a lot to offer to visitors, and for those looking for an affordable and historical place to stay, a unique hostel experience, as well.
Hostel Celica, currently an artsy youth hostel, was once a military prison within the military barracks of Metelkova Street, dating back to 1882. Once ...10 reasons to travel to Ljubljana
Dec 13th, 2011 at 9:00AM:
When I found cheap airfare from Istanbul to Ljubljana, I didn't find many other travelers who'd been there or even say for sure which country it's in. The tiny of country of Slovenia is slightly smaller than New Jersey and its capital city isn't known for much other than being difficult to spell and pronounce (say "lyoob-lyAH-nah"). After spending a few days there last month, I quickly fell ...Knocked up abroad: international travel with a baby
Nov 15th, 2011 at 10:30AM: This is the third in Knocked Up Abroad's guide to traveling with a baby. Before you go, see tips on planning travel and flying with a baby.
So you've decided to travel abroad with your new family addition, well done! You've chosen the best baby-friendly destination, packed light, and even survived the long flight. Now that you're on the ground, possibly recovering from jet lag and hopefully ...Knocked up abroad: planning travel with a baby
Oct 25th, 2011 at 9:00AM: Let's get this out of the way: you can travel with a baby. Many new parents feel that once they have a child, their travel days are over, but many parents will tell you that the first six months are the easiest time to travel with a baby. Is it easy? Not exactly, but with enough planning and the right attitude, it's not as hard as you might think. Is it selfish? Probably, but so is most travel. ...Lost travel friends
May 5th, 2011 at 1:45PM: Before Facebook--hell, before mobile telephones and email--it wasn't all that easy to keep in touch with people you might meet on the road.
You could exchange addresses and telephone numbers, of course, but by the time you were in a position to make a call or scribble a letter, the immediacy of the connection you'd shared while staying up all night on that Sardinian beach would probably be ...Schengen and the disappearance of European passport stamps
Mar 1st, 2011 at 10:00AM:
Creative new use for border crossing posts at German/Austrian border.
In the late 1980s, an American spending a summer traveling across Europe with a Eurailpass would see his or her passport stamped possibly dozens of times. With a few exceptions, every time a border was crossed, an immigration agent would pop his or her head into a train compartment, look at everyone's passports, in most ...Photo of the Day (12.24.10)
Dec 24th, 2010 at 6:00PM:
For Santa, Christmas Eve must be a royal pain in the ass. First of all, he obviously has to work at an unreasonable, unfathomable pace. He is also forced to grapple with potentially uncooperative reindeer and salty elves--not to mention children who just won't go to bed. One imagines that by the time Santa hits Apia he's ready to jet back to the tundra and hibernate for a good long month.
...Local budget travel secrets
Nov 30th, 2010 at 9:45AM:
Most countries and territories have their own local domestic budget secrets that don't get a lot of press beyond their borders. To call these local travel habits secrets is to miss the point just slightly, as they're actually widely appreciated and utilized, though by locals. In this sense, they're the opposite of secrets, even as they remain more or less unknown to foreigners.
This post is ...From World Cup to contemporary tourist destination: part one
Jun 17th, 2010 at 8:30AM: The World Cup is first and foremost a sporting event, though it's also a chance for national brands to be disseminated widely, and for a sense of shared excitement to gather around the countries competing. No country has the opportunity to launch an ambitious branding effort like the host country, of course, and South Africa has done a good job drumming up interest in its people, history, and ...Gadlinks for Wednesday 12.2.2009
Dec 2nd, 2009 at 5:00PM:
I hope you're all having a good start to the final month of the decade! It's time to look ahead -- not back. So let's look to the future by taking a peak on the world's newest destinations, shall we?
How cool would it be to take a green break to start the new decade? Here are five clean holidays for those eco-friendly travelers out there. [via Green Traveller]
Eastern Europe must be on my ...Leaf peeping in the northern hemisphere
Oct 6th, 2009 at 4:30PM: Let's face it: autumn is here. But why not embrace the fall by heading to the hills and enjoying the turning of the leaves from green to fiery red? It's no secret that New England is one of the world's top fall foliage destinations, but I bet you didn't know that there are several other places in the northern Hemisphere where you can see the trees in their autumn glory. An additional bonus? Fewer ...Multisport Adventure Destinations From Around the Globe
Mar 24th, 2009 at 8:00AM: When most people go on vacation they like to visit someplace relaxing, maybe spend some time on the beach or hop a cruise ship and spend their days in a deck chair. Others prefer something a bit more active, preferring to hike, bike, and paddle their way across the destination of their choice. For those active travelers, Backpacker Magazine has put together a list of the best multisport ...Bargain Europe: Camping Across The Continent
Mar 10th, 2009 at 9:30AM: In these economic times we're all looking to find ways to save a little cash without giving up our travels. Airfares are more affordable than they have been in a long time, which means that we can at least afford to get to the places we want to visit. But what happens once we get there? Are there any affordable places to stay? Most travelers making their way across the pond to Europe tend to stay ...20 Great Mountain Huts
Feb 17th, 2009 at 8:00AM: Looking for a great mountain lodge to book for you next ski vacation? Something that affords stunning views with limited crowds and great access to the backcountry? Then look no further than this list created by Eric Kendall for The Guardian. The list is broken down into subcategories, such as "Gourmet/Luxury", "Easy Access", and "Glorious Isolation". There are even suggestions for non-skiers who ...Travel sans visa coming for European, Caribbean, Mauritius, and Seychelles nationals
Feb 13th, 2009 at 2:00PM: A mutual agreement allowing Europeans, nationals from four Caribbean countries, and citizens of two island nations in the Indian Ocean is expected to be passed and approved by the end of March, which will allow for hassle-free and smoother travel. If you hold a passport from any of the following countries, it means you're that much more free to travel between those listed sans visa: Austria, ...The new face of army food
Jan 11th, 2009 at 5:00PM: The U.S. Culinary Arts Team ... yes, there is such a thing ... faced an incredible challenge. The team had to cook 150 three-course meals in six hours without the benefit of a real kitchen. The crew had to work "in the field" – as the army calls being away from the plumbing, walls and heat of the barracks – which is never an easy task. The IKA/Culinary Olympics, which occurred back in ...My night with the Balkans's beloved Rakia
Jan 14th, 2008 at 3:30PM: Aaron's post on the Czech alcohol Becherovka had me thinking about the Balkans's beloved drink, Rakia, which I had the displeasure of tasting on my recent travels in Slovenia. Rakia (?ganje), you see, must be the complete opposite of Becherovka (of which I've never tried), at least in terms of Aaron's "gingerbread and Christmas" description. Long ago I stopped taking shots of hard alcohol because ...Photo of the day (01/14/08)
Jan 14th, 2008 at 10:30AM:
Here is a cool picture of the Dragon Bridge in Ljubljana, Slovenia. The author, pirano, says that according to the legend, the dragons that sit atop the bridge wave their tales when a virgin crosses. Apparently, no wavings have been seen since the bridge was constructed 1901.
Well, that is certainly a legend that will keep the planeloads of drunken British tourists coming! One day, maybe one ...Where on Earth? Week 34: Vintgar Gorge - Bled, Slovenia
Nov 30th, 2007 at 12:00PM:
Nobody correctly guessed this week's Where on Earth, but that's OK -- it was a tough one. Tom G. guessed Slovenia, but that "G" stands for "Glow" -- sorry Dad, but family members are ineligible. Where the hell is the Corvath river anyway? Vintgar Gorge is located just a few kilometers outside of the lovely town of Bled in Slovenia. The water is known as Radovna river, a tributary of the Sava, ...Slovenia's Mini-Riviera
Jul 26th, 2007 at 6:06PM: With all the publicity the coast of Croatia has been getting lately, it makes you wonder why not many people talk about the coast of Slovenia. Perhaps because it is only 46km (not quite 30 miles) long? Croatia, on the other hand, has over 200 miles of coastline. Somebody got ripped off after the split of Yugoslavia!
I happen to be a fan of Slovenia. I have even heard people compare the Slovenian ...
