Prekmurje, Slovenia’s northeastern region beyond the Mura River, brought us storks, thermal baths, a memorable meal at Rajh, and wine at Marof. On the way there, I was mostly concerned about the birds. Photographing Prekmurje’s white storks was high on […]
Editor’s Note: Updated October 2026. This guide is based on our earlier visit to Velika Planina. Access and seasonal information were checked separately for this update. Wondering what to do in Velika Planina? Start with a walk among the shepherds’ […]
Cheese from Velika Planina gave us a good reason to slow down during our stay on the plateau. We tasted young and matured cheeses, chose one to take back to our cabin, and stayed for herbal tea with the shepherd. […]
Editor’s Note: Updated October 2026. This story recalls our earlier summer stay on Velika Planina. The practical notes below were checked separately and do not describe conditions during that trip. Before setting off on longer travels, Ian and I chose […]
Shopping centers rarely feature in my plans for a wine tasting. On a trip through southeastern Slovenia, however, Vivi and I found a Šturm wine bar among the shops, and the afternoon improved considerably. Familiar labels and French Champagne lined […]
Editor’s Note: Updated October 2026. This article describes our earlier visit and was first published in 2017. Current visitor information has been checked separately; prices and tour times may change. Our Postojna Cave visit took us by train into chambers […]
In Slovenia, we met a number of welcoming people who were excited about our story. To picture the atmosphere, let us tell a story that says it all. When we were photographing food for the restaurant Jakse, we got invited […]
As you drive by the restaurant Jakse and you see a full parking lot, you know it’s worth walking through the metal forged door. Tall centuries-old trees rising above the building anticipate everyone. Magnificent linden and chestnut trees have been […]