Slovenia

Wedged between the snowy Julian Alps and a slice of Adriatic coastline, Slovenia is a tiny country smothered in natural beauty. With more than half of the land covered in emerald forests, and over a third designated as protected area, it is one of the greenest countries on earth.

Glittering Lake Bled beckons, as do Ljubljana and the capital city’s medieval castle. Then journey into Slovenia’s mountains to experience local life. Wander the narrow streets and town squares, lined with stone built houses, terraced gardens and pretty painted murals.