A Slovenia points of interest as told with photos — including things to do, where to stay and must-visit destinations including Ljublana, Lake Bled and Triglav National Park
“We’re not lost… wait… yes… no… I don’t know, but let’s go and find out.”
About two weeks into working with Taylor Burk, I didn’t mind getting lost. Quite frankly, I didn’t know much about Slovenia, so for all we knew we were headed towards paradise.
At this point, we were not. We were definitely lost. I’m unsure if we were even on a real road, but surrounded by green mountains, great music, and even better company, exploring the unknown was worth the risk.
Per usual.
I’ll take getting lost and spontaneous viewpoints any day. Triglav Valley was one of those days. We did however, road trip through some of Slovenia’s mystical dwellings, so unfamiliar to Americans and Canadians yet treasured by Unesco World Heritage rankings.
Triglav Valley, Slovenia. Photo of me @StephBeTravel by @TaylorMicahelBurk
They looked a little something like this:
1. Lake Bled, Slovenia
It’s a fairy tale land. Row boats, a clock tower, and a castle along a lake cradled by mountains. Call Tinderalla because dreams do come true.
I got stuck hanging out with these two. They’re alright. So are their photos.
@TaylorMichaelBurk at Lake Bled, Slovenia – photo collaboration @StephBeTravel
Lake Bled, Slovenia by @SeanParkerPhotography
Lake Bled, Slovenia by @TaylorMicahelBurk
Lake Bled, Slovenia by @TaylorMicahelBurk
2. Ljubljana, Slovenia
Enchanted by a royal sunset, the former king’s manor continues to thrive with architecture and canal moments as gracious as its snapshots (or Snapchats, whatever floats your row boat).
Ljubljana, Slovenia canals via The Triple Bridge @StephBeTravel by @SeanParkerPhotography
Ljubljana, Slovenia view from Castle Hill via @StephBeTravel
Ljubljana, Slovenia view from Castle Hill via @StephBeTravel
Dinner at Gostilna Na Gradu, Ljubljana, Slovenia via @TaylorMicahelBurk
3. Triglav National Park
A windy road leading to canyons, peaks, and rivers — Triglav is a nature-lovers playground.
Mount Triglav Valley at Triglav National Park, Slovenia via @StephBeTravel
Mount Triglav Valley at Triglav National Park, Slovenia via @TaylorMicahelBurk
Vintgar, Slovenia via @TaylorMicahelBurk – @StephBeTravel
Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia @StephBeTravel
Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia via @TaylorMichaelBurk – @StephBeTravel
Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia via @SeanParkerPhotography – @StephBeTravel
Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia via @SeanParkerPhotography
Blejski Vintgar Trail, Triglav National Park, Slovenia @StephBeTravel via @TaylorMicahelBurk
Bridge in Triglav National Park, Slovenia via @TaylorMichaelBurk
Where to Stay & Eat:
Ljublana |
Antiq Hotel for charm and great service.
Grand Hotel Union Business for traditional hotel style.
Na Gradu – exquisite family owned restaurant on Castle Hill
Lake Bled |
Hotel Park – Refined luxury hotel directly on Lake Bled with phenomenal views.
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Had such a blast with you and Taylor! I’m sorry about your photos!
Let’s do it again!
Just a beautiful photo essay. So captures the feeling of Slovenia.
Keep us the great work Steph.
Thank you so much Brian. Happy travels!
Great blog post. Next time visit Soca valley as well which is only a drive away with a car train from Bled and Bohinj lake. Worth to visit!
I’ll keep that in mind, thank you! And thank you for reading :)
Slovenia is VERY high on my list to visit soon. Lake Bled and Triglav National Park look absolutely gorgeous. Love these photos!
SO under-rated. Definitely check it out!
Slovenia looks like an underrated spot to discover. My contributor Priya just wrote a post for Dining Traveler about spending the day in Slovenia. Between her post and yours I am sold!
SO under-rated. Definitely check it out!
Just as I am planning a trip from Athens to Ljubljana this coming Spring, I came across your travel blog, and am adding Lake Bled, and Triglav National Park to the itinerary. Thank you and you take Amazing Photos
Yay! I’m so glad that I could help. Thanks for reading.
Wow~ These photos make this place look like a perfect picture postcard. Looks like Slovenia has a lot of beauty to offer day in and day out. If only I could take photos as gorgeous as these!
Haha you can always learn! Taylor and Sean taught me a few tricks. They offer courses if you’re interested!
Slovenia is top on my bucket list for 2017, and I want to check out all the places you highlighted! I love that there is so much natural beauty there and lots of outdoors activities. Can’t wait to visit there one day :)
Thanks for reading, definitely check it out!
I’m dying to see Triglav National Park! he’s on my travel wish list before age 40! I loved your text, thanks for sharing so many amazing tips!