Slovenia
(photo: J Skok, Slovenia Tourist Board)
Once part of former Yugoslavia, Slovenia's popularity as a holiday destination has been growing steadily since its independence in 1991. This is thanks to its beautiful landscapes, Habsburg and Venetian-flavoured towns and cities, and the spectacular Julian Alps. It enjoys hot summers and winters that are sometimes a little too wet.
Capital – Ljubljana
Major cities - Maribor and Kranj
Places of interest – Dovje-Mojstrana and Mt Triglav
Time Zone – GMT +1
Language – Slovene
Slovenia currency - Slovenia uses Slovenia Tolars. £1 is worth around SIT351. For up-to-date exchange rates see:
www.xe.com/ucc