This year’s World Tourism Day is focusing on the slogan “Tourism and Green Investments”. The World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) wishes to emphasise the importance of more and better-targeted investments for people, planet and prosperity.

  • A panoramic aerial view of the Bled islet and its church, surrounded by the lake Bled, forests, hills, and mountains. Slovenia's Lake Bled, often named as the planet's most photogenic lake, has been included in the top 10 of Lonely Planet's Ultimate Travel List. Photo: Jošt Gantar/www.slovenia.info
  • Table flag with the logo sign that marks Slovenian Days of Tourism World Tourism Day was declared in 1979 by the UNWTO General Assembly, of which Slovenia is an active member state. Many events organised by municipalities and tourist associations will take place in Slovenia on World Tourism Day. Photo: Nino Verdnik/www.slovenia.info
  • Aerial view of Ljubljana castle and the Slovenian flag on it. You can learn about the mysteries of the halls of Ljubljana Castle and the building’s underground secrets or attend an experience tour of the history of Ljubljana exhibition. Photo: Dražen Stader/www.slovenia.info
  • A couple is sitting at the Ljubljanica river bank, hugging and holding white balloons. In the background is a bridge and Ljubljana red church in the center. Ljubljana Tourism organised Ljubljana Tourism Week, an event featuring free visits to institutions, attendance at art workshops in museums, various performances, etc. Photo: Nikola Jurišič/www.slovenia.info

The vision of Slovenian tourism

Slovenia is a green and diverse country. Accordingly, Slovenian tourism is concentrated on boutique tourism, green and healthy environment and sustainable development.

One of the challenges presented by the unstable situation in the world is integration. As a result, Slovenia is directed towards innovative and creative tourism.

  • Aerial view of Štanjel village on a hill, surrounded by a castle wall. Under the village is a big garden. Štanjel is the medevial village at the Karst Plateue in the Municipality Komen. Photo: Dejan Suc/www.slovenia.info
  • Food stalls at the Ljubljana city market in the city centre. "Open kitchen" is one of a kind food market and one of the most popular culinary project. You can enjoy culinary adventure from all parts of the Slovenian cuisine every sunny Friday from March until November. Photo: Jošt Gantar/www.slovenia.info
  • Aerial panoramic view of the city Ptuj and its castle on the hill by the Drava river. Ptuj Foto: Vid Ponikvar

Lively atmosphere

This week, Slovenian towns invite visitors to view its many interesting sights and buildings and attend diverse events. Each town is unique, so do not miss an opportunity to get to know at least one of them somewhat better.

 

  • Outdoor water park featuring a lazy river with adults and children floating in inflatable tubes, surrounded by greenery, with a multi-level play structure and slides in the background at Terme Čatež. Welcome to the largest waterpark in Slovenia Terme Čatež. Photo: Ciril Jazbec/www.slovenia.info
  • A panoramic view of the coastal town Piran by the Adriatic sea. Medevial city Piran is city of salt pans, Tartini square, Sea Museum, etc. Photo: Alan Kosmač/www.slovenia.info
  • A woman is getting a massage by another woman at the thermal baths Ptuj. Thermal baths Ptuj. Photo: Ciril Jazbec/www.slovenia.info