Yes, a car gives you flexibility. But travelling by train and bus gives you the freedom to sit back and relax whilst watching mountains rise on the horizon, rivers wind through valleys, and forests stretch far beyond the edge of the window.
If you’re looking for the most impressive underground cave in Slovakia, Demänovská Cave of Liberty has a very strong claim to that title.
Quiet during the off-season and busy, vibrant and full of life during the summer months, Banská Štiavnica makes a perfect weekend escape.
Tucked away in the heart of central Slovakia, Kremnica is a small, quiet mountain town with a fascinating history of gold mining, coin minting, royal privilege, and centuries of prosperity. It’s a place where medieval streets, historic walls, hidden courtyards, and centuries-old buildings continue to tell the story of what was once one of Central…
Show me a child — or even an adult — who isn’t fascinated by trains. There’s something about the sound of a whistle, the slow movement as the train pulls away, and that quiet sense of anticipation — you know where you’re going, but not quite what you’ll discover along the way. That feeling of…
It might not be the capital of Slovakia — but as the second largest and one of the oldest cities in the country, Košice deserves a place on any Slovakia itinerary. This small, historic city with a centre that’s easy to explore on foot has a more lively, slightly cosmopolitan feel — shaped by its…
Some places don’t need to shout to get your attention, and Bardejov is one of those places. Tucked away in the north-east of Slovakia, close to the Polish border, this UNESCO-listed town may be slightly off the main tourist route, yet it is home to one of the country’s most beautiful town squares. Within its…
Why Levoča Should Be on Your Slovakia Itinerary If you’re planning a trip to Slovakia — or already travelling through the country — you may have come across a small medieval town called Levoča. Tucked away in the Spiš region of eastern Slovakia, the UNESCO-listed medieval town may be slightly off the main tourist route,…
Here’s why Slovakia belongs on your travel list. Slovakia might not be the first country that comes to mind when planning a European getaway — but it probably should be. Often overlooked in favour of its more famous neighbours, this small Central European country offers a surprising variety of things to do — from exploring…
If you’ve heard of the High Tatras, there’s a good chance you’ve also come across Štrbské Pleso. Set around a glacial lake at 1,358 metres above sea level, this small alpine village has been welcoming visitors for generations. It’s a place I keep coming back to — sometimes for the skiing, sometimes for the walks,…
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