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5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Slovenia This Winter

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When you hear the words “winter break” what instantly comes to mind? Is it the beautiful charm of festive markets in Munich and Prague? The snowy paradise of the Dalmatian coast in nations such as Croatia? Or is it the beguiling light show of the Northern Lights in Norway and Iceland? Well, winter holidays are definitely not short of options and there is one more cold season getaway that should definitely feature among the answers and that is Slovenia. This little-known country comes into its own during winter and here are five reasons why it is a worthy destination for memorable frosty escapades.

1) Lake Blade turns into an icy marvel
Popular Lake Bled just 60 minutes off the nation’s capital of Ljubljana is as picturesque as landscapes come with this enticing water body engulfed by serene nature and contours that make for a heavenly outlook. During winter, Blade’s beauty magnifies tenfold as the onlooking tree line is lined with the white of snow while the water freezes solid encircling the medieval island in the middle in a glossy, mirror-like embrace. The panoramic views of the icy oasis and snow-laden trails splendidly echoing off the frozen canvas coupled with the crisp winter air is breathtaking taking and beyond Instagram worthy. 

2) Ljubljana transforms into Christmas central
Slovenia’s capital city certainly knows how to turn up the holiday heat as the idyllic town is overrun by festive lights and all sorts of holiday markets and stalls as well as a vibrant mood that is so strong you can almost taste it. Seasonal delicacies permeate the air wherever you go with lovely little stone fronts and endearing structures having you thinking that you are right in the middle of a storybook Christmas.

3) Slovenia is a skiing mecca over winter
Perhaps the most well-known fact about a country that has surprisingly stayed under the radar is that it affords amazing skiing trails and backdrops quite unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Winter turns the evergreen Alpine ranges into snowy delight with the Pohorje ridge availing a landscape of exciting valleys and towering peaks spanning the towns of Maribor, Dravograd, and Konjice. Providing cross-country trails and challenges for all skill levels, skiing Pohorje alone is worth the plane ride over.

4) Winter is an excellent time for ice climbing and igloo camping
If you’ve wondered how a camping trip in a circular ice dwelling feels like, then the country’s Triglav National Park is where you need to be headed for such an experience. Aside from an assembly of serene igloo villages providing much in the way of peace of quiet, the park also affords plenty of frozen waterfalls for ice climbing in nearby locations such as Tamar valley, Mlačca Gorge, Trenta valley, and Logar valley.

5) World class soothing spas sure to take your troubles away
Hot spas, or ‘termes’ as they are natively known, are one of the country’s most prized treasures with Slovenia amassing a collection including 15 certified natural spas across both indoor and outdoor settings. While each affords different kinds of experiences, you can generally look forward to bubbling pools of healing waters and all sorts of beauty treatments that comprise these multi-package oases of wellness.

So the next time winter comes calling, look no further than gorgeous Slovenia for a cold season vacation that you’ll back on very fondly.

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An A-Z Of European Country Name Origins [Infographic]

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An A-Z Of European Country Name Origins

No matter whether you live in Europe or outside of it, there’s no denying what an utterly fantastic holiday destination it is.

One of the biggest reasons for choosing any part of Europe is for its fascinating and rich history.

Europe’s Many Landmarks

The list of fantastic cities and landmarks is almost endless. Just take a look at this article from USA Today which lists some of the best landmarks, all steeped in history.

Over the centuries, Europe has also changed a great deal. As empires, regimes, and governments have come and gone, borders have changed, and too to have the identities of nations.

With so many outside influences, every country in Europe has been influenced by those around it many times over.

Take a look at this fascinating three-minute video on Viral Forest. It maps the massive changes in European borders over the past 1000 years, its fascination just how much has changed.

Aside of borders, one of the simplest ways to learn a great deal about European history is from the names of different countries.

An A-Z Of European Country Name Origins

Throughout history, the names of many of Europe’s countries have altered. Because of this, a great deal can be learned from the current names.

A new infographic from globehunters.com explores this very idea. It’s called ‘An A-Z Of European Country Name Origins’ and you can take a look at it below.

The infographic contains a number of fascinating facts about Europe that you’ll likely never have heard before.

For example, did you know that Monaco derives from the Greek word Monoikos? This word translates as ‘single house’ or ‘single temple’ signifying a place to rest, which is very much still in keeping with modern-day Monaco.

Another good example is the origin of Kosovo. The name is taken from the Kosovo Plain, where the Battle of Kosovo, between Serbia and the Ottoman Empire was fought in the 14th century.

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An A – Z Of European Country Name Origins – An infographic by the team at Globehunters.com

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3 Things To Do When Launching A Career Abroad

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3 Things To Do When Launching A Career Abroad

Is it your dream to secure a job overseas? If you’re feeling a touch of wanderlust and harbour global career ambitions, we’ve put together 3 things to do before living and working abroad.

  1. Visit your chosen country

It goes without saying that moving abroad is a big step. Try and spend some time in the country you want to live and work in before you completely commit to it. One way to do this, as this infographic about overseas careers by payday loans experts Wizzcash explains, is to turn your summer holiday into a job scout. Discover more about day-to-day life in the country you want to visit and experience all that it has to offer – as well as hitting the beach, naturally.

  1. Learn the lingo

While you won’t always need to learn the language of the country you want to move to, it could well benefit you to do so. If your role will be a client-facing one or one that involves a lot of presentations, going bilingual could significantly help you. Such improved communication skills will not only help you in your job – they’ll help you in everyday life.

If English is your first language, actively seek English-speaking roles – employers will be chomping at the bit to recruit you.

  1. Don’t forget about internal transfer

One of the easiest ways to move abroad for work is through internal transfer. This is a particularly good option if visa laws and other regulations in the country you want to head to are particularly troublesome, as the employer should be able to handle this for you.

One way to do it is to get work at an international company, get a couple of years experience under your belt then speak to management about a transfer. If you’re a hard worker and respected colleague, there’s little reason they could say no.

So now you’re thinking of launching a career abroad but don’t know where to start looking? Have a look at our new infographic below that features top tips on what you should be thinking about.

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Are you looking to secure a move overseas? Let us know about your experience.

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European street food: The definite guide

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Every country is renown for their own takes on culture and society, and food plays just as an important role in that as everything else. So when travelling around Europe, what are the definite foods you really need to try out to get a real taste of the country you’re in? Continue reading European street food: The definite guide →