Slovenia FAQs

For US, Canadian and UK passport holders a visa is not required for stays of up to 90 days as Slovenia is part of the Schengen border free zone. For any other nationalities who do require a visa before arrival please make sure you have enough time to complete the process before arrival.

Please note that requirements can change and we recommend that our guests contact the local embassy in the country where you live for the most recent and up to date information.

Passports 

US and Canadian passport holders will need more than 3 months left on your passport from your intended departure date. UK passport holders cannot travel if their passport is more than 10 years old, regardless of the expiry date. 

We will confirm certain elements of your trip such as domestic flights, permits or train tickets using your current passport details. If a member of your party changes their name in their passport after booking (for example, through marriage or adoption) this could mean having to reissue important parts of the trip at an extra cost and subject to availability. 

Yes, once your trip is confirmed it is essential that you take out comprehensive travel insurance to cover you in case anything unexpected happens. 

We always recommend that our guests get the maximum level of coverage that you feel comfortable investing in. Read more about travel insurance for US travellers here and for travellers from other countries here.

Yes, it is always recommended to talk to your Travel Doctor before taking a trip. You should discuss your itinerary and international travel arrangements to hear any recommendations or advice they may have.

No vaccinations are required for travel to any part of Slovenia.

Flights within Europe are usually with standard commercial airlines and airports are generally large and easy to transit. Two hours is the recommended time needed before check in for European flights. Most airlines will allow seat selection up to 48 hours prior to departure although seats are subject to change on most airlines. If you do have flights within your trip we will be sure to share the relevant ticket information with you before travel.

Travel pack

Before you head off on your adventure you will be sent a travel pack. The travel pack is full of great information and is also a beautiful keepsake. It is not necessary to travel with vouchers or confirmations on your trip but we do recommend having a printed copy of your travel itinerary to hand when you arrive into Slovenia.

Bon Voyage email

Around 2 weeks before you depart we will email you an electronic version of your travel pack including your domestic flight tickets. Once you’ve received this email your Travel Designer will reach out to arrange a time for you to talk on the phone to go over any last minute questions and talk you through the information we’ve sent over.

The currency in Slovenia is the Euro and no other currency will be accepted. ATMs are generally easy to find (they will often charge a small fee for withdrawals) and credit cards are accepted widely in the main cities, towns and larger shops and restaurants. 

Towns and airports will often have a bureau de change and you can exchange US Dollars and other currencies here, you will need to show ID (typically a passport) when you exchange currency in Slovenia.

If you’re travelling to very remote areas then ATMs become less frequent so we recommend making sure you have the cash you need before leaving larger cities or towns.

As a rule tipping is not really necessary to tip in Slovenia, locals don’t tend to tip so as travellers we can follow suit. However, tipping is still a good way to show appreciation for good service and you can use our rough guide below to help you plan.

• In restaurants a 10% tip is a good guideline for good service. 
• In bars, rounding up is a good guideline or a few euro will be appreciated 
• €1 or €2 is sufficient for taxi drivers, who do not expect tips. However, if a taxi driver helps you with your bags then around €2 extra is a good guideline
• €2 is a good amount to tip a porter 
• For tour guides tipping is entirely discretionary but €20 for a half day and €40 for a full day is a good guideline.

Most Slovenian trips include a wide variety of climates and packing should be done accordingly. The cities feature a predominantly Mediterranean climate but the temperature can be considerably cooler in the mountains or by the lakes, with a higher chance of rainfall. Layers are a good recommendation for travelling to Slovenia. What you need to pack for a trip to Slovenia will also depend greatly on the activities you’ll be taking part in. For a personally tailored packing list please speak with your travel designer or concierge who will be able to help you.

We highly recommend that you make restaurant reservations in advance of your trip. Once your trip is confirmed you will be introduced to your concierge who will be able to assist you in not only making the reservations but also  making  recommendations based on your preferences.

Taxis are widely available in cities and towns and your hotels or restaurants will be happy to help you flag one down. However, we will include as many pre-arranged transfers to your trip as is necessary to save you having to think about the logistics of travel too much. If you do wish to have some free time and arrange your own taxi we recommend only using them for short journeys and to have a good idea of how much the ride should cost, or if possible, agree on a price before your journey begins.

Slovenia uses the European plug types, C and F. Wifi is generally available in hotels but may not be easy to find outside of the main areas. Cell phone coverage can be a little patchy in remote areas. It’s recommended to speak with your cell phone provider to ask about roaming charges.  If certain types of connectivity are very important to you at certain times during your trip please let your travel designer or concierge know so that they can help you to plan.