Slovenia – Wandering Helene

The Interesting Evolution of Month Names in Slovene

Wandering Helene — Wed, 25 May 2022 09:38:19 +0000

When I first began learning Slovene, I was overjoyed to learn that the name of the months would be fairly easy to learn. Januar for January, februar for February, and so forth. Easy right? If you have been in a Slovenian home then you might have noticed that calendars have two names for each month. …

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Slovenia Travel Guide

Wandering Helene — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 11:54:47 +0000

Slovenia Travel Guide [2022] Slovenia is a tiny country in central Europe. It borders Italy, Croatia, Hungary, and Austria and still enjoys 29 miles of coast to the Adriatic Sea. With 2 million people, 48 dialects, 23 gastronomic regions, and 3 wine growing regions you can safely say there is a lot going on here. This …

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The Complete Guide to Visiting Tolmin Gorge in Slovenia

Wandering Helene — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 14:41:58 +0000

Saying somewhere in Slovenia is beautiful is probably starting to lose its meaning, but once you visit this incredible country you will understand. There are plenty of easy hikes at gorges around Slovenia, one of the most popular being Vintgar Gorge near Lake Bled. As a self-proclaimed local (how many years until I can say …

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11 Slovenian Words with Hilarious Literal English Translations

Wandering Helene — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 13:33:53 +0000

After living in Slovenia for a few years and stumbling through the language horribly, I can now safely share this ridiculous list of words I have been saving in the notes folder on my phone. This list is for Slovenian words that have amusing or interesting literal English translations. If you are learning Slovenian don’t …

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Kurentovanje: The Slovenian Festival You Don’t Want to Miss

Wandering Helene — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 07:46:01 +0000

There are many wonderful things about Slovenia and its culture that I have come to love since moving here, and Kurentovanje is one of them. Originating in one of Slovenia’s oldest cities, Ptuj, this festival is a culturally rich and vibrant celebration meant to scare away winter. It is part of the celebration of Pust …

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Hot Air Balloon Over Lake Bled: A Bucket List Experience

Wandering Helene — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 12:26:10 +0000

The ground beneath became distant until it disappeared as we quickly and quietly ascended in the hot air balloon into the clouds. I remember getting into the basket with Jaka, two German tourists, and the hot air balloon operator, but how it happened felt like magic. I have dreamt of that moment my entire life. …

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Do Slovenians Celebrate Halloween?

Wandering Helene — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 09:30:51 +0000

Since I moved from the US one question I get asked often is about holidays. Holidays in the American sense (sorry British friends). And each Halloween at least a few Americans ask me, “Do Slovenians celebrate Halloween?” or “Do they trick or treat there?” The answer is… it’s complicated. Through this article, I will explore …

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Food Delivery Services For Ljubljana

Wandering Helene — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 14:24:52 +0000

This is an ongoing project to help everyone access fresh and healthy food, especially during these tumultuous times. Below you will find all types of food delivery for the Ljubljana region. It will include delivery via grocery stores, farms, takeaway, fresh meat and fish, wine, and also resources to help during the hard times. Companies …

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Where to Buy Slovenian Made in Ljubljana

Wandering Helene — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 14:18:03 +0000

Here at Wandering Helene I am all about supporting local and that means if you are visiting Slovenia I’d love for you to buy Slovenian made! Here are a list of shops you can find in the center of Ljubljana that offer Slovenian products that make perfect souvenirs or gifts. Read | Why Supporting Local …

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13 Things You Should Know BEFORE Driving in Slovenia

Wandering Helene — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 12:47:20 +0000

Driving in a different country can be daunting and many travelers opt to go without a car. While traveling around Europe is the perfect place to be without a car because many cities have affordable and well-connected public transportation. Having access to a car and driving in Slovenia can help you to reach a lot …

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