Slovenia: main airports
Slovenia is served by Jože Pučnik Airport, the country's only international airport, near the capital Ljubljana.
The country offers a compact mix of the Julian Alps, the famous Lake Bled, spectacular karst caves and a short stretch of Adriatic coast.
Slovenia: recommended activities
Slovenia: visa and entry requirements
Slovenia is part of the Schengen area: EU citizens can enter with a valid ID card, while other non-Schengen countries can stay for up to 90 days in 180 without a visa if coming from exempt countries (including the US, Canada, Australia).
A valid passport or ID document is required.
Slovenia: safety
Slovenia is among the safest countries in Europe, with violent crime very rare.
Usual precautions apply for mountain activities: always check weather conditions before hiking or skiing.
Slovenia: health situation
No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry. Tap water is drinkable throughout the country, among the highest standards in Europe.
For hikes in the Julian Alps, consider adequate acclimatization and equipment suited to weather conditions.
Slovenia: currency, payments and connectivity
The currency is the euro (EUR). The official languages are Slovenian, alongside Italian and Hungarian in some border areas; English is widely spoken.
Taxis have meters and fares are generally higher than in other Balkan countries, in line with the rest of Western Europe.
