For Meeting Planners

1 The City Map

1 Town Hall 2 Town, Old and Upper Square - Old 3 Church of St James 4 Cobbler’s Bridge 5 Slovene Academy of Sciences and Arts 6 National and University Library 7 City Museum 8 Križanke 9 Roman Wall 10 Drama - Slovene National Theatre 11 12 Church of the Holy Trinity (Ursuline) 13 14 The Slovenian Philharmonic 15 Prešeren Square 16 Church of the Annunciation (Franciscan) 17 18 Central Market 19 Cathedral of St Nicholas Published by: 20 Dragon Bridge Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau , Krekov trg 10, 21 SI - 1000 Ljubljana, Tel. +386 1 306 45 73, Fax +386 1 306 45 94 22 Skyscraper E-mail: [email protected], [email protected], 23 National Opera and Ballet Theatre www.visitljubljana.com/meetings 24 National Gallery Editors: Museum of Modern Art Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau (Tatjana 25 Radovič, Jan Oršič) 26 National Museum Copy and text editing: 27 Republic Square Ljubljana Tourism / CB (Tatjana Radovič, Jan Oršič) 28 Cankarjev dom, Cultural and Design: Congress Centre John Morgan, John Morgan Studio 29 Slovene Ethnographic Museum Photo credits & archives: 30 Ljubljana Exhibition and B. Bajželj, B. Cvetkovič, A. Fevžer, M. Fras, B. Gradnik, B. Convention Centre Jakše Jeršič, S. Jeršič, S. Jeseničnik, B.Kladnik, I.Lapajne, A. Pavan, J. Pivka, S. Rančov, J. Skok, D. Wedam, Žiga Intihar, Zaklop; Tourist Information Centre Adria Airways, Ahotel, Allegro Hotel, Antiq Hotel, Antiq Lev Hotel Spa Palace (Ž. Koritnik), As Restaurant, Auditoria (J. Vinšek ), Austria Trend Hotel Ljubljana, Best Western Central Hotel Premier Hotel Slon (Ž.Koritnik), Biotechnical Faculty, Bi- - Executive rokrat Hotel, BTC City, Cankarjev dom, CEEREF, Cham- Grand Hotel Union - Business ber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia, City Hotel Ljubljana, City Museum of Ljubljana (M.Paternoster), Hotel Slon Best Western Premier Crystal Palace, Hotel Cubo, Cubo Restaurant, Domus Allegro Hotel Medica, Faculty of Economics, Faculty of Law, Faculty Lesar Angel Hotel of Social Sciences, Festival Ljubljana (M. Kerin), Grand Hotel Union, G Design Hotel, GR - Ljubljana Exhibition Antiq Hotel & Convention Centre, Hotel Lev, Hotel Mons - Archive City Hotel Ljubljana Monsadria, Jezersek Catering, Life events agency, Mrak Hotel Ljubljana Tourism, Lesar Angel Hotel, Ljubljana Resort, Luka Gourmet, Maya agency, M Hotel, Monolit, Movia Park Hotel Wine Bar & Shop, Museum of Architecture and Design, Emonec Hotel Museum of Contemporary History, National Gallery of Slovenia, National Museum of Slovenia, Nova Revija (Eva Cubo Hotel Holz – Henrik Costa, The Congress of Ljubljana), Park Antiq Palace Hotel Hotel, Plaza Ljubljana, Pri Mraku Hotel, Post of Slovenia, Vander Hotel Pri Vodniku Restaurant, Puppet Theatre of Ljubljana, Sa- lon Restaurant, Šestica Inn, Technology Park Ljubljana, (Austria Trend Hotel Ljubljana, Mons Time Out, TPC Krvavec, The Slovenian Philharmonic, Hotel, M-Hotel, BIT Center Hotel, Turizem Kras / Postojna Cave, Shambala Restaurant, Ljubljana Resort Hotel, Slovenian Convention Bureau (T.Bernik), Slovenian Tour- ist Board, University of Ljubljana, Vander Hotel, Viba Ahotel, Stil Hotel, Plaza Hotel, G Film, Vivo Catering, ZRC SAZU, Zvezda Patisserie Design Hotel, Birokrat Apart Hotel and Printed by: Grandvid Hotel are located outside the Tiskarna Littera picta d. o. o., May 2012 city centre map.)

2 Town Hall 30 Town, Old and Upper Square - Old Town Quarter

Church of St. James

Cobbler’s Bridge

Slovene Academy of Arts and Sciences

National and University Library City Museum

Križanke

Roman Wall Drama - Slovene National Theatre 29 Congress Square

Church of the Holy Trinity (Ursuline)

University of Ljubljana 24 25 Slovene Philharmonic 22 Prešeren Square 16 Church of Mary’s Annunciation (Franciscan) 23 20

Triple Bridge 26 15 17 18 Market 27 19 Cathedral of St. Nicholas 28 12 11 14 Dragon Bridge 13

Ljubljana Castle Zrinjskega 10 21 Skyscraper 16 National Opera and Ballet Theatre

National Gallery 8

Museum of Modern Art National Museum of Slovenia 9

Republic Square

Cankarjev dom, Cultural and Congress Centre

Slovene Ethnographic Museum

Fairgrounds

Museum, gallery Railway station Hotel Petrol station, open 24 hours Theatre Bus station Post office Swimming pool Tourist Information Centre Church Car park 3 Promenade Funicular Cultural and congress centre Covered car park Fairgrounds

ACCOMMODATION IN THE CITY CENTRE: Grand Hotel Union Pension Hostel Hostel Hotel Lev Business Pri Mraku Celica Vila Veselova Penzion Pod Lipo

Hotel Slon Best Hostel Central Hotel Western Premier Hotel Park Fluxus Alibi Hostel H2 OSTEL Grand Hotel Union City Hotel Hotel Executive Ljubljana Emonec Antiq Hotel B&B Slamič Zeppelin Hostel A Key to Ljubljana

Manual for Meeting Planners 2012/2013

Index 3 Map of Ljubljana

Build a Bridge, Find the Flow and Reap Success 7 The Flow of Communication 7 The Flow of Passion 7 The Flow of Knowledge 7 The Flow of Life 9 The Flow of Creativity 9 The Flow of Energy

The Right Key 13 Ljubljana Tourism / Ljubljana Convention Bureau

A Glimpse on… 17 Some Facts 17 Some Numbers 18 Some of the Timeless City Gems 20 Incentives Unlimited 22 Travel by Airplane 24 Travel by Car 24 Travel by Rail 24 Visa Information

»LJ* Convention Menu« Revealed *LJ = Ljubljana license plate 27 You Never Forget the First One... 28 Congress Standardisation & Meeting Facilities 30 Congress & Exhibition Centre 38 Hotels with Conference Facilities 49 Other Hotel Accomodation 50 Other Conference Facilities 60 Special Venues 76 Professional Congress Organisers - PCO 77 Destination Management Companies – DMC’s 78 Event Agencies 79 Catering 81 Map of Slovenia

The Pleasure of Discovery 85 Meeting After-Hours 85 Ljubljana Card, Souvenirs and Gifts 87 More than Just Dining Out 91 How About a Nightcap? 91 Catch a City Tour 93 Fall in Love with Slovenia

4 Build a Bridge, Find the Flow and Reap Success

5 6 The Flow of The Flow of Knowledge Communication To connect and exchange ideas, people need to open their minds to each other in the desire to grow and The purpose of meetings is facilitating perfect the existing. This is the essence leading to the communication. Through meetings we build flow of knowledge that is developed trough learning interpersonal bridges and establish a flow of and education. knowledge and ideas, which at the end lead to pro- Ljubljana, as the capital of Slovenia, is the centre gress and success. But for achieving this goal, “plain” of higher education and research of the country. meetings are not enough, as it is crucial where and The Ljubljana University has almost 60,000 students how they actually happen. Through the millennia, of graduate and post-graduate programmes and a certain spaces were established as natural meetings wide array of scientific and research institutes. The points, both for their position and the energy they most recognized include Jožef Stefan Institute, the have. Ljubljana is one of them. UNESCO International Centre for Chemical Studies The proof to this are the several thousand years of and the recently established Ljubljana Technology population on the territory that was the crossroads Park – providing space to an incubator program for of routes connecting Europe through the trade of young entrepreneurs bridging innovation and bronze, iron and amber and where Slavic, Germanic, implementation. Latin and other cultures would come together. To no surprise Ljubljana is the leading Central and What makes Ljubljana so unique is not just the fact Eastern European capital in innovation, research and that it was shaped by all of these historic influences, development according to the 2009 Roland Berger but it also possesses something natural and intangible, survey. Most citizens are fluent in at least one foreign which is impossible to describe and can only be felt. language, English being the most widely spoken. It has a certain intertwine of energy flows that enable The locals are known for their willingness to help and people to relax and open themselves to share their knowledge with foreigners looking for communication. insiders’ tips.

The Flow of Passion The Flow of Life

The flow of passion is crucial for breaking the Water is the source of life and the symbol for it. barriers. It is the vital element of invention and an It gives life to the city of Ljubljana which, on the other invisible thread that binds people who want to hand, has always been related to it. The communicate one with another regardless of their River is the cradle of human population in the origin. Passion is the source of love towards what one Ljubljana basin. It was the river that created the lake does. where people lived in houses built on wooden piles, also known as pile-dwellings, already 6,000 years Passion, as a vital part of Ljubljana, can be seen at ago. every footstep. This is not only reflected in the passion of the residents towards their city, but also via The flow of the river around the Castle Hill shaped the inspiration this city has given to so many artists. the medieval city into a compact centre and provided They are still remembered through their masterpieces natural protection as well as a vital transport artery. - statues, busts and plaques to be found all around. Today the Ljubljanica, also referred to as the River of seven names, brings a fluid contrast to the Old Town Practically all statues in Ljubljana are dedicated to built on its banks, with ancient façades mirroring in poets, writers, painters, musicians and scientists. the green water. Even the main downtown square is dedicated to the greatest Slovenian poet – France Prešeren. Before reaching the city, the Ljubljanica flows through His passion was the source of the most expressive the Ljubljana Marsh, a naturale park protected by EU’s sonnets written in our language. And his deep Natura 2000 project as a wetland habitat of yearning for Julia Primic, his only true love, international importance for the preservation and is immortalised in their enlaced gaze flowing from conservation of wildlife. Nature flows into the city with statue to statue, across the square. the river, which is therefore a popular spot for people to unwind from the everyday stress and relax in its green surroundings.

7 Night panorama from the Castle

Triple Bridge / Tromostovje

Trnovo Quay Cobbler bridge in the Old Town quater 8 The Flow of Creativity

The urge to create is instilled in each individual, and all it needs is to be stirred by the right impulse and then nurtured by patience, imagination and cooperation as to realise what would otherwise only remain a vision. Inspiration is found in abundance in Ljubljana, which is proven trough the creativity of different people who have and still work here. Jože Plečnik, the most notable Slovenian architect, was one of them. After studying and working in Graz, Vienna and Prague, he returned to his birthplace. Ljubljana at that time was undergoing an infrastructural transformation and Plečnik could start realising his vision of a capital city. With over a hundred of designed bridges, buildings, streets, fountains and statues he made a stronger impact on one single city than any other architect. Today his works continue to inspire the creativity of world-renowned thinkers and artists, such as the phi- losopher Slavoj Žižek, the interdisciplinary artist Marjetica Potrč and the physicist and poet Andrej Detela. Even Paulo Coelho was inspired to place his novel “Veronica Decides to Die” in Ljubljana.

Metelkova Arts Centre - statue of David The Flow of Energy

According to architect Plečnik Ljubljana has two vital lines, the water line of the Ljubljanica River and the green line connecting the two central forested parks - Tivoli and the Castle Hill. These lines actually meet at the Three Bridges, one of Plečnik’s most renowned masterpieces. They were designed in a funnel shape as to allow people coming down six streets to easily flow into one street leading towards the Old Town. The bridges therefore do not only connect different banks of the river but also bind different historic parts of town, bonding the lives of people on both sides. This is why the river is a meeting point, where many locals and visitors alike gather regardless of the season. It is all of these individual elements that provide the city of Ljubljana with a unique added value, which highlights its attractiveness as a meetings destination. It is an energetic, creative, passionate and lively city with a young beat, softened by a tinge of romanticism and nostalgia.

Street theatre performance 9 10 The Right Key: Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau

11 12 The Right Key: Ljubljana Tourism / Ljubljana Bureau

The Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau is the Promotional material for delegate packages is free prime source of neutral and qualified information on of charge. For international congresses with more meetings facilities and services in the greater than 500 delegates, Ljubljana Tourism / CB can offer Ljubljana area. Its main task is the related international an on-site staffed tourist information desk and also promotion and marketing of the Slovenian capital, assist as a liason to the civic authorities. including the support to bids for international congresses. With an extensive knowledge on the Professional networking is a must today, therefore meetings propositions, as well as the general tourist Ljubljana Tourism Convention Bureau has a proactive offer of the city, it provides professional and objective approach towards national and international trade information on the destination and the key partners - associations in the fields of the meetings its service providers. industry promotion, marketing, research and education. The Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau aims at being a valuable local adviser with many insiders’ Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau is also a tips, representing a shortcut to prospective meeting member of the following industry associations: planners in finding the best solution or local partner for staging an event in Ljubljana. It does not ICCA – International Congress and Convention operate on a membership basis and its support is free Association of charge. It works in close synergy with the Slovenian ECM – European Cities Marketing (both in the Convention Bureau in all key marketing and business Leisure Tourism and Convention Forums) development projects. MPI – Meeting Professionals International Ljubljana Tourism was a founding member of the Slovenian Convention Bureau and remains its important partner in creating synergies as well as maximising joint marketing and product development Contact projects. Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau Phone: +386 (0)1 306 45 84, +386 (0)1 306 45 73 The marketing is focused on attracting E-mail: association meetings, corporate events and [email protected] incentives to Ljubljana. Attendance at major industry www.visitljubljana.com/meetings trade shows and events, media relations, market research, familiarisation trips and partnership in organising events that showcase Slovenia and Ljubljana as a meetings destination are a part of the regular agenda. The Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau is a certified Local, regional or national Convention & Bidding for international congresses is easier with Visitors Bureau, based on the national congress our help. A standardised bid book for the destination standardisation. is available and the coordination of site inspection visits is secured in the destination selection process. Support to the congress pre-marketing with promotional and A/V materials is also provided. The Following international trends, Ljubljana is on key providers in the destination have joined forces the way to become a digital city: in spring 2012, in the Ljubljana strategic bidding team. This aims at a public-private partnership contract between increasing Ljubljana’s competativness on the interna- the Municipality, and the Telekom Slovenia / tional association market with a focus on events with Nil consortium will result by the end of 2012 in over 500 delegates. A standardised support scheme is a city widespread WiFi network, which will be being developed by mid 2012 free of charge for all users one hour per day. This will be a big advantage to meeting planners and conference delegates alike.

www.slovenia-convention.com www.iccaworld.com www.mpiweb.org www.europeancitiesmarketing.com 14 A Glimpse on...

15 16 A Glimpse on... winter influenced by the proximity of the Alps, being only 30 minutes drive from the nearest ski resort. During summer, instead, it reflects a strong ...Some Facts Mediterranean influence, as it takes only an hour to reach the coast. Ljubljana is the capital of Slovenia, a country of 20,000 sq km and 2,000.000 inhabitants. Slovenia And how are we seen from the outside? According to gained its independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 Readers’ Digest and Forbes, Ljubljana is the most hon- and it was quickly recognised by the international est capital in the world and the third most idyllic city community as a sovereign state. Slovenia has since for living in Europe, become a recognised and credible international respectively. partner with a stable economy and flourishing international relations. It became a member of the European Union and NATO in 2004 and, in 2007, adopted the Euro as its national currency. Slovenia has ...Some Numbers successfully hosted the Presidency to the EU in 2008.

The history of the earliest population on the territory 270,000 Residents of Ljubljana goes back 6,000 years. - a Roman 59,600 University students colony dating from 14 A.D. is considered as the 1000 Post code foundation milestone for today’s city. Medieval 398 Metres above sea level Ljubljana developed under the shelter of Castle Hill, 275 Square kilometres (surface area) spreading alongside the banks of the Ljubljanica River 116 Mayors since 1504 in the area which we call the Old Town today. 72 Diplomatic missions The historic growth of Ljubljana can be traced through 68 Bridges the still preserved elements of medieval, Baroque, Art 37 Galleries Noveau and modern architecture. The ultimate touch 30 Fountains was bestowed on his native city by Jože Plečnik, who 26 Member institutions of the University signed unique architectural projects and landmarks, 20 Dragons on the Dragon Bridge and reshaped the urban tissue of Ljubljana by 15 Museums connecting all these styles. 9 Theatre groups 8 Creeks Ljubljana, the nation’s cultural, urban and 5 Lakelets university centre is the biggest city of Slovenia and 3 Symphony orchestras lies in its very heart. It has a continental climate in 2 Rivers 01 Telephone code

Summary of main accommodation facilities in Ljubljana

City area Metropolitan area No. of properties Rooms Rooms City area Metropolitan area 5 star hotel 173 / 4 star hotel 1235 170 12 5 3 star hotel 803 183 9 6 Budget and B&B 155 124 14 12 Hostel 152 12 / Apartment 70 18* /

Indicative rack rates, per room in Euro (city area) Rates are approx. 25% lower in the surroundings Single room Double room 5 star hotel 200 240 4 star hotel 98 - 250 125 - 280 3 star hotel 63 - 110 75 - 160 Budget 39 - 64 35 - 77 Hostel 15 - 43 31 - 63 Note: Most hotels in Slovenia include breakfast in the room rate. *18 providers / agencies with multiple appartments

17 …Some Timeless City Gems

Križanke Ljubljana has just the perfect size to maintain a high The entire south-western part of walled Ljubljana was quality of life, together with a cozy and safe feel. in the possession of a Teutonic order, the Knights of It fosters a lifestyle that treasures personal the Cross (Križniki). St Mary’s Church is first connections – also measured by the number of hello’s mentioned in sources from 1268, while the present-day one exchanges while shopping on a Saturday morning church, designed by the Venetian Domenico Rossi, at the picturesque central market or when attending was built on the same site in 1714. The entire monastic a concert. It’s large enough, if talking of its spiritual complex, following to Plečnik’s reconstruction, mostly energy, to attract the prime international names in arts serves today as the venue for the Ljubljana Festival and culture on its stages. Be it the institutional or the performances. avant-garde ones. It’s handy & compact enough to be a true walking and cycling city. Its heart, as well as its The Slovene Philharmonic creative potential, is extra large. The building was erected on the foundations of the former Provincial Theatre, which had been destroyed Ljubljana’s Old Town by fire. The Slovene Philharmonic ranks among the Three medieval squares – from the Old, across the oldest music societies in the world, since its New and down to the , embrace the foot forerunner, the Academia Philharmonicorum, had of Castle Hill and flow one into another. They have been established as early as 1701. preserved their typical Gothic, wreathed design. Most of the houses along the squares are Baroque and only Prešeren Square some, with their axes at right angles to the street, The square is named after the greatest Slovene poet, have retained their medieval layout. France Prešeren (1800-1849), whose monument (arch. Maks Fabiani and sculptor Ivan Zajc) was Town Hall unveiled in 1905. Special features of the square are The first building erected on this site in 1484 was re- the Art Nouveau facades of the “Ura “ and built in 1718 to the plans of arch. Gregor Maček. “Centromerkur” buildings as well as that of It has preserved a number of memorials on Ljubljana’s the Franciscan Church, designed on the Italian model. past, including the Hercules and Narcissus fountains, as well as the Gothic auditorium. Today it is the seat of Market the Ljubljana Municipality. Close by, at the beginning Built in 1939-40 to the plans of arch. Plečnik. of Town Square, stands the famous Fountain of the Its monumental colonnade runs in a soft curve from Carniolan Rivers (F. Robba, 1751). the Triple to the Dragon Bridge. By locating the covered market beside the river he erected a barrier Ljubljana Castle between the Ljubljanica and the city, as it had been Its construction began in the 12th century, during the earlier separated by walls which once stood there. dominion of the Spanheim Carinthian Dukes. In 1335 the castle, which was the centre of the Carniolan Ljubljana Skyscraper / Nebotičnik province for many years, became the hereditary When completed in 1931, the Skyscraper broke the property of the Hapsburgs. It acquired its present existing local regulations and rose with its 13 floors to silhouette through several successive reconstructions the height of 70 metres as one of the tallest buildings between the 2nd half of the 15th century and the 17th in Europe at that time. Today the top floors feature century. The lookout tower (1848) provides attractive views and spaces reminiscent of the past, a wonderful view on the city. The gothic Chapel of yet modern and functional. A restaurant, the popular St.George is decorated with coats of arms of café with a terrace, a lounge club and a VIP floor offer the Carniolan provincial governors. a variety of reasons to visit this city landmark.

Cobbler’s Bridge Tivoli Park A first bridge, named Butcher’s, stood on this site as The central and largest park in the city has been early as the 13th century, and connected the Town delighting generations of Ljubljana residents since it with Novi trg (New Square) on the left riverbank. was opened in 1813. Set just a short walk from the Old The present-day bridge was built in 1931 to the plans Town, it offers a number of cultural and recreational of arch. Plečnik. opportunities, among which the Tivoli Manor (home to the International Centre of Graphic Art), the Museum of Contemporary History, the Tivoli Sports Hall and other sports facilities – a swimming pool , tennis and basketball courts. The main promenade functions as an open-air gallery, featuring selected photo exhibi- tions all year round.

18 Town Hall

Ljubljanica riverbanks in the Old Town

Tivoli castle Monument to the poet F. Prešeren 19 … Incentives Unlimited

When thinking of Slovenia as a possible destination Not all the available programmes have been for incentives, the first thing that comes to mind is the included, since some outdoor specialists offer even incredible diversity of possibilities that spur exciting up to several dozen different activities. It is intended experiences. Selecting Ljubljana as a “base camp” more as a selection of tips, or a menu of ingredients, allows an incentive organiser to combine the elements that a meeting / incentive planner can blend to of city lifestyle with strikingly different elements, create the most suitable experience for her or his which are an added value to our destination. client group. Ljubljana alone has many qualities – including sights, attractions, a multitude of events and trendy places, which helps in building up interesting incentive Organisers are generally recommended to proposals. contact our established DMC partners, especially when wishing to combine several activities into One of the inventive programmes that are really a well-balanced programme. Relying on local unique for our destination is a catered brunch expertise can maximise the positive experience under the market colonnades. An ideal intermezzo of both Ljubljana and Slovenia in a given time for smaller corporate events running in one of the frame. The list of our professional partners, DMC downtown hotels, or a tailor-made culinary trekking agencies and Incentive / Event Organisers, is based on fresh seasonal ingredients that are on offer provided separately. A special designation marks right in front of the guests. those who have received the Slovenian Meetings Industry certification. With Ljubljana’s central position in the country, many Ljubljana Tips for Incentives can be downloaded from attractive locations for outdoor pursuits or special www.visitljubljana.com/meetings events are close at hand – within a maximum of 1.5 hours’ drive. In this time, one can reach our lush Adriatic coastline, explore the Karst region and its fantastic underground caves, play golf or dine in Bled, a stunning lakeside resort, go further into the alpine region, crossed by emerald rivers, like the Soča, that are a paradise for white-water adventures.

Alternatively, follow the traces of history in old towns, or indulge in invigorating spa and wellness treat- ments. This is just an initial sample from a much longer list of activities that can be combined into exciting in- centive programmes. The main ingredients are culture, history, an active lifestyle, the cuisine and wine culture along eno-gastronomy routes, green nature and an unspoilt environment, and the universal Slovenian fondness of the great outdoors.

A special brochure – Ljubljana Tips for Incentives, presents over 80 suggestions of diverse activities, both in Ljubljana and at other locations around Slovenia.

20 Tribal leader in the Battle of Tribes

Teambuilding in the Postojna Cave

Programme in the House of Experiments Spy Games in Rakov Škocjan 21 Find the way… ...By Airplane

All flights to and from Ljubljana are operated through commercial standards and requirements. the Jože Pučnik Ljubljana Airport, which is located at With the aim to simplify the planning and 25 km from the city centre. Adria Airways, Slovenia’s management of air travel for conference organizers national carrier, has an experience spanning 50 years and, consequently, to offer efficient travel to an event in charter and scheduled flights. Today, Adria at a favourable price for delegates, Adria Airways operates around 200 direct scheduled flights per offers a Meetings & Incentive Travel programme for week from Ljubljana to 20 destinations, mainly in European events, where it stands as the official carrier. Europe. For international congresses Adria offers the tailor-made Star Alliance »Conventions Plus™« Adria is a member of the Star Alliance product which entitles both delegates and network, which confirms that Adria is a modern and accompanying persons to reduced airfares. efficient airline, meeting all safety, technical and www.adria.si

Flight connections with the highest frequencies from Ljubljana to major European destinations: Weekdays Weekends Flight time Amsterdam 1 / day 1 / day 2:00 h 2 / day 2 / day 1:50 h Belgrade 1 / day 1 / day 1:00 h Frankfurt 4 / day 1 to 2 / day 1:25 h Istanbul 1 to 2 / day 1 to 2 / day 3:00 h London 1 to 2 / day 1 to 2 / day 1:20 h Moscow 1 / day 1 to 2 / day 2:55 h Munich 3 / day 3 / day 1:00 h Paris 2 / day 1 to 2 / day 2:00 h Prague 1 to 2 / day 1 / day 1:25 h Skopje 1 to 2 / day 1 to 2 / day 1:25 h Tirana 1 / day 1 / day 1:25 h Vienna 3 / day 3 / day 0:50 h Zurich 4 / day 2 to 4 / day 1:00 h

Other destinations with non-stop connections are: Barcelona, Belgrade, Bucharest, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Kiev, Madrid, Manchester, Ohrid, Podgorica, Pristina, Sarajevo, Skopje, Stockholm and Tel Aviv.

Distances from the neighbouring airports Apart from the national carrier, other airlines to Ljubljana by road: currently flying to Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport include: Austrian, Aeroflot, Air France, ČSA Czech Airlines, EasyJet, Finnair, JAT, Lot Polish Airlines, Graz Airport, Austria: 187 km Montenegro Airlines, Swiss International Airlines, Klagenfurt Airport, Austria: 85 km Turkish Airlines and Wizz Air. Zagreb Airport, Croatia: 140 km Trieste Airport, : 130 km More information on scheduled flights is available Venice Airport, Italy: 230 km at www.lju-airport.si

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Copenhagen Moscow Manchester London Amsterdam Brussels Frankfurt Prague Paris Munich Vienna Graz Zürich Klagenfurt Trieste Zagreb Venice Belgrade Sarajevo Priština Barcelona Podgorica Skopje Istanbul Tirana

Network of scheduled flights from / to Ljubljana

Tel Aviv Network of scheduled flights from/to Ljubljana Airport. The neighboring airports to Ljubljana are marked in red

23 ...By car …By Rail

Slovenia’s road network has been modernised over Modern comfortable trains serve the capital as well as the past decade as to provide an efficient road almost every important tourist destination in Slovenia. system, improve road safety, and ensure wider Euro- There are good connections to neighbouring countries pean integration. as direct train services connect Ljubljana / Slovenia with Austria, Germany, Hungary, Croatia, Italy, Serbia, The construction of the motorway cross is nearly etc. completed and the access from the border crossings with Italy, Austria and Hungary towards Ljubljana is Railway travel is convenient and inexpensive. swift. Motorways are complemented by a good Information on international timetables is available network of main roads and regional roads. from this website of the , www.slo-zeleznice.si Distances: Amsterdam 1,230 km Belgrade 540 km ...to Visa Information Berlin 995 km Business travellers are urged to consider whether Brussels 1,180 km they need a visa to travel to Slovenia to participate in a conference or meeting. EU citizens do not need Budapest 570 km to possess a visa, simply travelling on either a Frankfurt 800 km passport or ID card. Non-EU citizens are kindly advised to check the requirements at the website of London 1,490 km the Slovenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Madrid 2,040 km www.mzz.gov.si/en Milan 500 km Slovenia has in 2007 entered the Schengen Moscow 2,290 km Agreement. Those already possessing a Schengen Visa can enter Slovenia if the visa is still valid for Munich 400 km a sufficient period of time and if it was issued for Paris 1,250 km Schengen states (Slovenia included). Prague 650 km Slovenia doesn’t have embassies in all countries. Rome 750 km In some cases embassies of other Schengen states represent Slovenia in visa procedures. If there is Stockholm 2,080 km neither a Slovenian embassy nor a representative Venice 245 km embassy of a specific country, the visa applicant must visit the nearest Slovenian embassy. It is Vienna 375 km recommended to begin the visa application procedure Zagreb 135 km two months before the travel date, as while the procedure usually lasts a few days, it can take longer Zürich 710 km due to the need for documentation verification. Business visa applications must be accompanied Moving Around the City by a letter of guarantee. The public city bus network makes it easy to travel within the city. The city lines connecting all districts, which run according to regular schedules throughout the day, are complemented by suburban buses, which link Ljubljana to its close surroundings. A smart card, Urbana, has to be purchased before use of pubic transport. It is also convenient to travel by bus to reach other localities around the country. Ljubljana also has a well-organised taxi service, which is not exceedingly expensive. There are fixed spots in the city where taxis are stationed, or they can be ordered by telephone. In 2011 a self service bike system - BicikeLJ has been introduced in Ljubljana

24 »LJ* Convention Menu« Revealed *LJ = Ljubljana license plate

25 26 »LJ* Convention Menu« Revealed *LJ = Ljubljana license plate You Never Forget the First One...

Ljubljana stands at the crossroads of historic routes that connect all parts of Europe. It has therefore always been a city where people from all over would meet. Its location between Vienna and Venice has enabled it to develop a unique cultural blend while at the same time to remain intimate. And it is no surprise that in 1821 Ljubljana had already been chosen an international congress. And what a congress it was, even by today’s standards! In 1821 Europe was still strongly affected by the consequences of the Napoleonic Wars and the reestablishment of the old regimes. This was led by the Holy Alliance, created at the initiative of the Russian emperor Alexander I who, together with Austria and Prussia, founded this political and military union. They would later be joined by almost all European monarchs in attempting to suppress the emerging national and revolutionary movements. To check any possible uprisings or liberal movements, the members met at a congress and sent an army, which was also the reason for calling the Congress of Ljubljana. The Congress of the Holly Alliance took place in Ljubljana from 10 January to 22 May 1821 and it was attended by almost all of the political leaders of post-Napoleonic Europe. Among them the Russian tsar Alexander I, Russia’s first minister and state secretary Capo d’Istria, Ferdinand IV of Naples, the Austrian Emperor Francis I and the originator of the congress - the Austrian Chancellor Prince von Metternich. They were joined by approximately 500 ministers and representatives of France, Great Britain, Prussia and the individual Italian states. The city that had at the time approximately 20,000 residents was constantly patrolled by almost 300 soldiers in the city Old Town houses along the Ljubljanica riverbanks centre alone. There were 630 business envoys and merchants from all over Europe and even as far as Rio de Janeiro. Ljubljana also attracted visitors who were interested in the event alone and we can say that the capital of was turned into a true centre of tourism during four months. The city of Ljubljana left nothing to coincidence before the arrival of the emperors, the housing for the numerous visitors had to be prepared, the old Capuchin monastery was razed and in its place an open space was created, today known as the Congress Square, where the main processions and festivities then took place. To ensure that there would be enough entertainment for the guests throughout the duration of the congress, there were all kinds of programme prepared such as military parades, the music of the Philharmonic Society, dances, masquerades, fireworks, theatre and opera performances by national and international groups, sailings across the Ljubljanica River and hunting expeditions.

The memory of the congress remained long after its conclusion. In Ljubljana, the names Congress Square, the Road of Two Emperors, the Bavarian Court and the Inn of the Russian Tsar still remind us of the biggest political event in Ljubljana of the 19th century: the Congress of the Holy Alliance. Once upon a time.. the first congress in Ljubljana

27 Congress Standardisation Going Green

The standardisation of Meetings Industry suppliers Ljubljana’s green outfit can be summarised by the in Slovenia was first introduced in spring 2008, with following words: wherever you stand in the city, you can a validity of three years. Among other things, this always see (at least) a tree. But this is just a fragment of project led by the Slovenian Convention Bureau is the full picture. The growing environmental awareness intended to simplify and shorten the client’s search of the local residents as well as the endeavours of for venues and event organisers. the city authorities aimed at a sustainable mid- to The preparation of the Slovenian Meetings Industry long term development, embodied in a project vision standardisation was based on existing standards and of turning Ljubljana into environmentally friendly recommendations from the business tourism field as destination by the year 2025. provided by DIN (Deutsche Industrie Norm), ICCA In addition to turning most of the Old Town into (International Congress and Convention Association), a pedestrian zone the municipality has applied a IAPCO (International Association of Professional recycling policy with regards to the separation of Congress Organisers), APEX (Accepted Practice solid waste and over 95 percent of the sewage system Exchange), AIPC (International Association of Congress is conveyed to a recently built waste-water recycling Centres), MPI (Meetings Professionals International) and plant. The landfill gas is used as a renewable, green other Meetings Industry associations. energy source, mainly for the production of electricity. In a transparent way, the client can get a clear insight The green character of Ljubljana can be immediately into who is offering which service and a better recognised by the number of cyclists pedalling along overview of the quality of comparable services offered the designated lanes, which are organised in a true by individual service providers. city network. A city bike - BicikeLJ self-service rental The Ljubljana Tourism / Convention Bureau has been scheme was introduced in 2011 with 30 rental spots actively involved in this project, and many of its local that permit anyone with a registered Urbana card to suppliers, who are also members of the Slovenian rent a bike for up to one hour free of charge. Convention Bureau, have proven their quality by meeting the certification requirements. Several Parking lots have introduced the “park & ride” suppliers are certified in more than one category. package. The growing size of the pedestrian zones and the introduction of low emission buses in the A special designation marks those partners who have public transport are other important elements aimed received the Slovenian Meetings Industry certification, at improving the quality of life in Ljubljana now and in which is also an obligatory prerequisite to acquire the future. membership in the Slovenian Convention Bureau. The congress and meeting facilities in Ljubljana are Categories following closely the development of these new trends and technologies, investing in and implementing new, Category A: LOCAL, REGIONAL OR NATIONAL CONVENTION & VISITORS green solutions. Equally so, the recent renovations BUREAU (CVB) and refurbishments in the city hotels contribute to Category B: PROFESSIONAL lowering the carbon footprint of these facilities and CONGRESS ORGANISER their guests, respectively.

Category C: DMC AGENCY Last, but not least, conference organisers and service providers are increasingly applying the ecological and CSR aspect of running meetings. Local produce Category D: EVENT AGENCY for the catering, recyclable badges, use of public transport when possible, tap water instead of bottled Category E: CONGRESS AND are some items that are highly recommended to EXHIBITION CENTRE clients as a common standard. Some advantages of Ljubljana are that it has excellent tap water, main Category F: CONVENTION HOTEL venues within walking distance and local food produce at easy reach. Category G: HOTEL WITH CONFERENCE FACILITIES Meeting Facilities and Service Providers Category H: OTHER CONGRESS SERVICES Ljubljana is large enough to provide all the services Category I: SPECIAL VENUE that even a major meeting may require and, as an elegant lounge, small enough to make the delegates Categories A to D and category H are congress service feel at home during their stay. The data on conference providers, while categories E to G and category I are function space or / and accommodation providers. venues and service providers is presented here to The standardisation critera for different room settings: assist you in selecting the most suitable location and theatre: 1 m2/person organisational support for your event. classroom: 1,4 m2/person reception: 0,7 m2/person

28 Zvezda Park / Congress Square

The mighty Ljubljana Dragon

Relaxing on the Gallus embankment The 29 Congress & Exhibition Centres

Cankarjev dom Cultural & Congress Centre

The CD Congress Centre boasts Central Europe’s most remarkable a central location at a walking locations for gala events. The Address: distance from several hotels and the venue, with a total surface area of Prešernova cesta 10, Ljubljana attractive Old Town. Its 22 multi- 36,000 sq m, can welcome up to Phone: purpose halls and function rooms 5,000 visitors at a time and also +386 (0)1 241 71 22 and a maximum plenary capacity of provides extensive exhibition space. E-mail: 2,000 delegates make it the largest [email protected] In line with the green policy, purpose-built congress centre in www.cd-cc.si CD has adopted energy-saving Slovenia with auditorium-style measures and integrated seating and an established venue on new, environmentally-friendly the international conference market. technologies and materials. As CD features a well-conceived a contribution to increasing design aligned with contemporary Ljubljana’s biodiversity, beehives functional and aesthetic criteria have been installed on the building’s as well as extraordinary acoustic roof. Approx. 150,000 buzzing properties of its halls. Its premises Carniola bees are now pollinating are being constantly upgraded and city plants and providing honey as a Cankarjev dom is a member of refurbished: Foyer I and II are now unique CD product. ICCA (International Congress state-of-the-art convention areas, and Convention Association) while the redesigned top-floor CD and IAPCO (International Club offers stunning views of the Association of Professional CD’s role as a PCO is described city. Recent modernisation includes Congress Organisers). separately on page 76. the Grand Reception Hall, one of

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Gallus Hall 1,545 / / / 2,000 (2,000 with additional seats) Linhart Hall 616 214 / / 880 Kosovel Hall 204 170 / / 273 Štih Hall 253 / / / 323 (round space) E1, E2, E3, E4 Conference Rooms (* each) 70 48 * 70 * 40 * 100 * E1+E2, E3+E4 Conference Rooms 150 120 150 80 200 E1-E4 Conf. Room 280 192 280 160 400 M1 Conference Room 100 54 50 30 117 M2 Conference Room 40 30 / / 52 M3 Conference Room 60 30 40 / 74 M4 Conference Room 60 40 50 / 92 M3 + M4 Conf. Room 120 60 100 / 165 Duša Počkaj Room 60 40 80 / 116 Lily Novy Club 40 30 50 / 90 CD Club 220 110 270 180 427 Four Boardrooms / 15 / / 20 (capacity for each) (hollow square) Grand Reception Hall 700 560 800 550 1,127 First Foyer / / 600 400 997 Second Foyer / / 700 500 1,350 CD Gallery / / 200 100 364 Small Gallery / / 150 / 303

30 Gallus Hall

Cd Club

Grand Reception Hall Linhart Hall 31 Gospodarsko razstavišče / GR – Ljubljana Exhibition and Convention Centre

GR – Ljubljana Exhibition and The entire GR premises are fitted Convention Centre is the leading with state-of-the-art technical Address: Dunajska cesta 18, Ljubljana events centre in Slovenia comprising equipment and the majority of the Phone: 24 multifunctional halls that occupy function rooms also feature daylight, +386 (0)1 300 26 39 a surface area of 26,031 square but can also be darkened. E-mail: metres, which are complemented GR is an example of modern [email protected] by 10,194 square metres of external functionalist architecture and was www.gr-congress.si exhibition space. completely renovated between 2001 The function rooms, providing and 2008. In 2011 four new halls Oda, a high degree of versatility, can Gazela, Sonet and Meduza were be arranged to welcome any added to the GR premises. kind of meeting from 15 to 4,000 GR organises and hosts all kinds delegates. The largest hall provides of events on a turn-key basis: a seating capacity for around 2,200 congresses, meetings, conferences, people theatre-style, or 1,200 if a seminars, various workshops, trade banqueting set-up is arranged. The GR is a member of the fairs, concerts and other similar three larger halls are complemented following entertainment or cultural events. by an array of different-sized international organisations: Owing both to its spatial flexibility conference rooms, with a capacity ICCA (International Congress and its professional, experienced from 15 seats upwards. Several and Convention Association), and dedicated team, GR has over among them can hold in between 70 CEFA (Central European Fair the recent period welcomed and 500 seats. All halls and function Alliance), UFI (The Global approximately 400,000 visitors per spaces offer unlimited possibilities Association of the Exhibition year. Industry). for exhibitions.

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Kocka 2,200 1,200 2,100 1,200 2,456 Kupola 1,600 950 1,600 950 1731 Kupola Hall Foyer L 120 60 130 50 136 Kupola Hall Foyer R 20 15 40 16 56 Gallery 200 150 500 230 715 Steklena - - 1,600 900 1,700 Marmorna 1,400 800 1,500 800 1,618 Marmorna 1 600 400 700 400 806 Marmorna 2 600 400 700 400 806 Marmorna Hall Foyer - - 200 150 730 Stebrna - - 1,000 930 1,310 Forum 40 30 40 20 63 Urška 500 300 500 300 645 Urška 1 100 60 110 60 131 Urška 2 80 40 90 40 86 Urška 3 200 100 210 100 197 Urška 4 230 130 240 120 231 Povodni mož 560 300 600 300 665 Povodni mož 1 135 105 145 70 163 Povodni mož 2 85 60 95 50 117 Povodni mož 3 100 60 110 50 131 Povodni mož 4 190 135 200 110 230 Sonet - - 1500 800 1,636 Oda - - 3,000 1,400 3,692 Gazela - - 1,800 1,000 2,211 Meduza - - 700 - 5,353 Jurček - - 350 150 498 Platform (external) - - - - 10,194

32 OCSE Ministerial Meeting, Kocka Hall

Diners Black Card event

Congress in the Marmorna Hall GR – an external detail 33 Convention Hotels

Grand Hotel Union - Hotel & Conference Centre

The Grand Hotel Union, set in a association and governmental privileged central location close meetings, cultural events and to the Old Town, is the largest diverse social gatherings, ranging convention hotel in Ljubljana. Built from receptions to gala dinners. Address: in 1905 in the Art Nouveau style, it The refined cuisine and the Miklošičeva cesta 1, Ljubljana combines elegance and a long- attentive, professional service are Phone: term tradition in hosting successful also qualities to be stressed. Other +386 (0)1 308 12 70 events and prominent guests. The hotel amenities include an indoor E-mail: hotel features 327 comfortable swimming pool, a sauna, a fitness, [email protected] rooms divided among the a massage parlour, 24/7 exchange www.gh-union.si Executive and Business part. An office, a business centre and a extensive renovation, completed in secured garage. 2010, has revamped the property The Grand Hotel Union belongs and enhanced its overall quality. to a hotel group which also The Grand Hotel Union is incorporates the 4-star Central especially proud of its stunning Hotel and the 5-star Lev Hotel. main hall, which was restored to The Central Hotel, with 74 guest its original splendour in 2002. The rooms and 3 meeting rooms, is Grand Union Hall accommodates located just 300 metres up the up to 800 delegates and additional same street, while the Lev Hotel, space is provided in as many as featuring 173 guest rooms and 20 other halls and function rooms, 11 function rooms, is 800 metres which are suitable for corporate, away.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2)

Grand Union Hall 800 390 950 435 (550)* 504 *Note: the max. banquet capacity can be increased to 550 guests using the adjoining Garden Hall.

Garden Hall 260 216 300 180 240

Grand Foyer / / 350 / 282

White Hall 270 198 300 190 250

Glass Hall 270 216 300 180 263

West Room 48 36 55 30 50

Blue Room 180 80 200 90 132

Banquet Hall 80 36 90 40 70

Green Room 40 20 80 58 86

Red Room 75 36 100 36 84

Silver Room 120 64 150 70 118

Iris Room 75 36 100 40 88

Orchid Room 140 70 160 60 126

Rose Room 60 20 80 40 70

Golden Room / 12 30 / 26 (board set up)

Lotus Room / 12 45 / 35 (board set up)

Restaurant / / / 200 186

Union Café / / 150 110 146

Union Cellar / / 150 82 128

34 Grand Union Hall

White Hall

Grand Union Hall banquet GH Union – an Art Nouveau masterpiece 35 Hotel Mons - Hotel and Congress Centre Ljubljana

hotel and congress centre Ljubljana The Mons Hotel & Congress Centre, This 4-star business hotel has 111 the first design hotel in Slovenia, modern, air-conditioned and well- Address: delights guests with its modern appointed guestrooms and three Pot za Brdom 4, Ljubljana and elegant architecture in a green suites, as well as two restaurants Phone: setting along the western Ljubljana – one refined à la carte and the +386 (0)1 470 27 00 ring road, just 10 minutes from the other a self-service, »marché E-mail: city centre. style« that offer selected local [email protected] and international cuisine. Other www.hotel.mons.si The congress centre, created amenities include a fitness, a with a flexible concept in mind, sauna, a billiard room, free Wi-Fi comprises six conference halls Internet access, laptop-size safes and three smaller boardrooms. in the rooms, a spacious parking, The maximum plenary capacity etc. The hotel also organises free is 600 seats. All function spaces of charge transfers to the city feature state-of-the-art and centre. user-friendly technical facilities. The Mons Hotel is a member of The highly qualified hotel team, ICCA (International Congress in cooperation with preferred and Convention Association) and external partners, ensure a flawless a Green Globe certified member. professional organisation of events.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Plečnik A 180 135 200 96 185 Plečnik B 315 240 345 144 280 Plečnik C 420 315 460 192 375 Plečnik D 600 350 650 330 615 Note: Although the maximum plenary seating can reach 600 in the largest unit - Plečnik D, it is more recommendable for conferences to use a slightly smaller area – Plečnik C (420 seats).

Vurnik A 135 72 150 72 150 Vurnik B 218 135 200 96 241 Fabiani A 180 135 200 96 190 Fabiani B 81 54 100 48 95 Šubic 75 51 95 48 91 Ravnikar 70 50 / / 83 Martin Krpan 60 40 80 35 88

3 boardrooms 15 12 / / 21 (Skica, Risba, Grafika - each) Polna skleda Restaurant (free-flow) 240 seats Atrium Restaurant (a la carte) 70 seats

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An elegant coffee break

A translated international event The impressive and artsy lobby hall 37 Hotels with Conference facilities

Hotel Lev

The 5-star Lev Hotel enjoys a and superior category, offers all the central location, just a short walk services and amenities a modern from the main city sights and traveller is looking for. Wireless major institutions. The hotel’s 13 internet access is available in the Address: storeys are enclosed in a glass entire building. Vošnjakova 1, Ljubljana facade which unfolds, the higher Phone: Its conference centre, consisting of one goes, stunning views of the +386 (0)1 433 21 55 a large and flexible congress hall downtown area, Ljubljana Castle E-mail: for up to 360 delegates and nine and the central Tivoli Park. [email protected] meeting rooms, provides a blend www.hotel-lev.si The hotel’s 45th anniversary in 2009 of spaciousness and state of the was marked by a partial renovation art technological facilities. A wide and the creation of new products. range of events can be organised The award-winning à la carte at the Lev Hotel – ranging from Restaurant Pri Levu was opened meetings, seminars, conferences at that time and it continues to to fashion shows, gala dinners delight guests with a true gourmet and weddings. The attentive and experience. The property, which professional staff is always at hand features 173 elegantly appointed in order to ensure an excellent guestrooms and suites of standard support to all events.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Karantanija Hall 360 150 500 220 379 1/2 Karantanija Hall 22 80 250 120 1/4 Karantanija Hall 80 55 90 80

Grad (and all following, 13th floor) 78 60 90 40 85 Center 64 40 70 40 65 Ljubljanica 58 36 75 32 69 57 30 60 24 59 Rožnik 35 24 40 16 39 Park 35 18 42 16 39 Silvija 15 10 15 / 24 Lucija 10 8 10 8 11 Restaurant 100 (seats) Pri Levu Restaurant 40 (seats)

38 Hotel Antiq Palace & Spa

The Antiq Palace can be defined as a with a Jacuzzi tub. A number stylish property combining modern of facilities are available for the amenities with a distinct historic flair. guests’ convenience, such as 24- The building was first mentioned hour concierge service, luxury spa, in written records in the early sauna, executive business centre, 1500’s and served as a residence to one conference and two boardroom Address: several noble families. Continuous suites, several reading and relaxation Gosposka ulica 10, Ljubljana alterations, from baroque to areas, three lounge bars, a private Phone: classicistic style, are still reflected in garden and a courtyard. +386 (0)8 38 96 700 its architectural traits. The ideas and The Antiq Palace is a member of the E-mail: inspiration for the renovation of the renowned collection of the Historic [email protected] Antiq Palace were taken from the Hotels of Europe and Schlosshotels www.antiqpalace.com building’s original features, such as & Herrenhauser. the walls, staircases, windows and frescoes, which also became the centrepieces for the interior design.

The hotel has a prime and quiet location just a few steps from the (in process) Old Town and the lively riverbanks. It offers 13 boutique suites and exclusive residential apartments, each equipped with a master bedroom, living room, kitchen, dining area and a spacious bathroom

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Forum suite 75 25 100-150 * 60 106 m2 (399 m2)*

Bibliotheca 15 15 30 20 55 m2 (130 m2)** 22 m2/ fixed Business centre / / / / boardroom style suite for up to 10 pax Atrium II (courtyard) 100 / 120 80 120 m2

* including the outdoor areas (2 courtyards and pre-function spaces)

** including the break-out room areas

39 Austria Trend Hotel Ljubljana

The 4-star Austria Trend Hotel The meeting facilities on a total Ljubljana is located in a newer of 580 sq m are flexible and business and residential district, the largest unit, which can be next to the ring road and close to partitioned into three sections, the city centre. can cater for up to 450 delegates. The hotel provides VPN tunnel The property offers modern connection, wireless microphones, Address: amenities and is a suitable choice simultaneous interpreting into three Dunajska cesta 154, Ljubljana for business and leisure travellers languages, congress recording, Phone: alike. The 214 spacious and well- digitalized recordings, a record of +386 (0)1 588 25 00 appointed rooms and suites all events on DVD and much more. E-mail: provide standard amenities, such [email protected] as air-conditioning, a safe, mini In terms of the culinary experience, www.austria-trend.at/ bar, LCD TV, cable/satellite TV and delicious domestic specialities and hotel-ljubljana WLAN. international favourites are served at the hotel’s restaurant and bar; The congress centre at the Austria the latter is also quite a popular Trend Hotel Ljubljana is equipped place for business parties, stand- with state-of-the-art technology, up comedies, fashion shows etc. which enables an excellent event visualisation (individual screens may Among other amenities in the be divided into several windows) property, a cosy wellness centre is and supports videoconferences to be mentioned. using a multi-point function for up to 12 calling partners.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Ubiquitus (Janus+Horus+Kronos) 400 230 450 300 580 Janus 200 120 240 120 300 Horus 100 70 105 60 140 Kronos 100 70 105 60 140 Andromeda (Orion+Centaurus) 60 40 100 72 115 Orion 30 20 40 / 56 Centaurus 30 20 40 / 60 Casiopea 40 30 80 50 50 2 suites 6 - 10 seats board room / / / Marco Polo Restaurant / / / 140 /

40 Best Western Premier Hotel Slon

The Best Western Premier Hotel With the recent refurbishment Slon is a high-quality business of the conference facilities, the tourism venue in Ljubljana at a hotel has acquired stylish, flexible privileged location – only steps and multi-functional event space away from the Old Town, the main featuring five versatile function city sights and the governmental & rooms which can welcome a max. financial district. In 2012 all is set to of 250 delegates, as well as up to Address: celebrate 460 years of its tradition date technical equipment. To add Slovenska cesta 34, Ljubljana in hospitality. the human touch, a dedicated and Phone: professional team is there to assist +386 (0)1 470 11 00 This modern 4-star superior hotel the clients and help to maximize E-mail: offers 168 comfortable and well- their event’s success. Renowned [email protected] appointed rooms with all the for its creative and health-oriented www.hotelslon.com modern facilities and amenities cuisine, the Slon proposes an array that a business guest comes to of culinary delights to suit a wide expect, including complimentary variety of requests - from working Wi-Fi internet, valet parking and breakfasts and business lunches to an in-house Health Club with a receptions, parties and gala dinners. state-of- the- art Fitness room open 24/7, equipped with Technogym machines and relaxing saunas.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2)

Kavarna / Café 250 100 200 140 490 Kavarna I 120 70 70 40 100 Kavarna II 100 50 70 40 94 Kavarna III / 30 / / 49 Kavarna I extended 150 85 100 60 150 Tivoli Club (I+II+III) 150 96 100 60 160 Tivoli Club I 50 32 30 16 55 Tivoli Club I+II 100 64 70 40 110 Slon Restaurant & Lounge 100 / / / (seats) Ljubljana Restaurant 100 / 150 / (pre-booked events only)

41 Central Hotel

Incorporated in the Grand Hotel Additional on-site advantages Union Group, and just 300 m feature a large car park and guests up the same street from the can use wellness ammenities of historic Grand Hotel Union, the the Grand Hotel Union Business . Central Hotel is a smaller property featuring 71 rooms and 3 suites in Address: a convenient downtown position. Miklošičeva cesta 9, Ljubljana Its soft refurbishmentb has been Phone: completed in 2010. +386 (0)1 308 43 00 The conference area, which E-mail: seats up to 120 theatre-style, is [email protected] partitionable into three separate www.centralhotel.si units. Catering services from the Grand Hotel Union may be included in the arrangement of events at the Central Hotel. In warmer months, an airy terrace with a view stretching towards the Old Town is ideal for business refreshments.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Soča Salon 18 10 20 / 28 Sava Salon 46 28 50 / 58 Drava Salon 46 28 50 / 56 Soča + Sava + Drava 120 100 120 90 142

42 Cubo Hotel

The four-star Cubo Hotel, opened Internet throughout the property is in 2011, boasts a privileged location complimentary. just a short way from the Old Town A well-equipped conference room and many important city institutions. that can welcome fifty participants It has been developed from a 1930’s to business meetings can be aso residential building following a major privatised for other functions. refurbishment and an investment Address: worth 2.4 million Euro, partly The name Cubo is otherwise well- Slovenska cesta 15, Ljubljana financed by the European Regional known to gourmets, as it originally Phone: +386 (0) 1 425 60 00 Development Fund. stands for one of the most favoured E-mail: fine dining restaurants in Ljubljana. The property features 26 rooms [email protected] The concept of its creative & suites decorated in a modern, www.hotelcubo.com culinary art has been successfully yet warm style with a touch of transplanted into the city centre, sophistication –reflected in the under the roof of the Cubo Hotel, choice of both excellent materials whose restaurant offers seasonal and room amenities. menus influenced by contemporary On top of the trendy comfort Mediterranean fusion cuisine, provided, a strong focus is given to based on selected and fresh local excellent service and an attention ingredients. (in process) to each individual guest. As an added value, the use of Wi-Fi

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Cubo 48 20 50 53 50

43 Plaza Hotel Ljubljana

Plaza Hotel Ljubljana, opened in Six function rooms, with 35 seats June 2012, is a 4-star property theatre-style each, provide up to 120 and the first hotel in the BTC City seats as the largest capacity and are commercial and business district. complemented by the trendy Sky Aiming to become the hotel of Lounge on the hotel’s roof terrace. choice for business and leisure Committed to investing back into the travellers, a stay there has been Address: environment, several sustainability designed as a specially tailored Bratislavska cesta 8, Ljubljana measures have been applied: experience blending productive Phone: electricity and heat produced in +386 (1) 243 00 04 working environment, relaxing cogeneration from a power plant E-mail: and comfortable sleep, thoughtful distribution, modern ventilation [email protected] service and numerous nearby systems enabling the recuperation of www.plazahotel.si entertainment options. 97 % of heat from the air, 90% of the The hotel features 208 superior lighting based on LED technology, as guest rooms (27 sqm) and 28 suites well as other green features. (40, 60 and 150 sqm, respectively) The project, worth roughly 21 million with a number of amenities and Euros, was partly financed by the services enhancing its overall quality European Union. and value for money. Flexible top- (in process) floor meeting facilities offer an attractive and functional space for hosting meetings, events, receptions or gala dinners with a view.

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Foyer / / 130 /

Boardroom / / / / 25

Lencia/Maximus

I, II, III 35 22 50 25 53 I + II 80 50 100 60 106 I + II + III 120 90 160 100 159 Sky Lounge 80 / 200 / 120

44 City Hotel Ljubljana

The City Hotel Ljubljana boasts an Among other amenities, the City excellent downtown location and, Hotel also proposes conference with its extensive refurbishment facilities that are ideal for smaller completed in 2007, a fresh and meetings. original interior design that Four individual units can be flexibly distinguishes it from others. arranged (6 combinations) to a Address: The property features 203 suitable size for an event, the Dalmatinova 15, Ljubljana guestrooms and 2 deluxe suites maximum capacity being 200 Phone: that offer on top a magnificent seats. +386 (0)1 239 00 00 view of the Old Town and Ljubljana E-mail: Garage and free wi-fi are also Castle. Although it is a 3+ star [email protected] available. hotel, the rooms in the new wing www.cityhotel.si correspond by all means to a 4-star standard. A spacious restaurant in an open area and a summer terrace contribute to the comfort of guests.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) CITY Conference Centre 200 130 200 120 166 (C + I + T + Y)

Note: the above capacity is the maximum, if all four rooms are joined together. Individually, two rooms can take 60 seats theatre-style, while the two others 30 seats theatre-style.

C + I Room 100 80 100 80 115 C + I +T Room 120 100 120 100 140 I + T Room 80 60 90 65 83 I + T + Y Room 100 80 100 80 109 T + Y Room 45 35 45 40 51 Restaurant 140 (seats)

45 M Hotel

The M Hotel enjoys a quiet yet room is 100 seats theatre-style. convenient location close to both This underlines the fact that M the city centre (1.5 km) and the Hotel is suitable and also in high Address: motorway network, making it an demand for smaller functions. Derčeva 4, Ljubljana attractive base for leisure and Phone: business travellers alike. Close to The banqueting offer is well +386 (0)1 513 70 00 some of the sports parks, it is also geared to propose refreshments, E-mail: a popular hotel among buffet lunches or dinners during [email protected] sportsmen and a number out events. The restaurant seats 120 www.m-hotel.si of its 154 modernly appointed guests, and in warmer months, a guestrooms feature longer beds terrace is also available. for tall people. An advantage for guests is free of The conference facilities are charge Wi-Fi Internet access. composed of 9 units, some of which can be flexibly combined. The total capacity is for up to 300 participants, while the maximum capacity of the largest meeting

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Encijan & Forzicija Rooms 100 64 110 / 95 Jasmin Room 50 / / / 93 Forzicija Room 40 32 65 40 56 Aralia, Begonija, Ciklama, Hortenzija & Encijan Rooms (each) 28 24 / / 32 - 38 Gardenija & Dalija Rooms 24 / 30 18 / / 30 / 32 (each) Restaurant 100 + garden 100

46 A hotel

The Ahotel Ljubljana is a boutique conference rooms are bright and hotel with 26 rooms, which opened airy, furnished with state-of-the- its doors to guests in early 2008. art technical equipment, and Address: Due to its pleasant ambience, suitable for seminars, workshops, Cesta dveh cesarjev 34d, friendly staff and quality modern presentations, educational events, Ljubljana furnishings, it provides a pleasant meetings, etc. Phone: stay even for the most discerning Those organizing events at the +386 (0)1 429 18 92 guests, including business Ahotel can avail themselves of E-mail: travellers. The hotel’s location the hotel’s catering service, the [email protected] by Ljubljana’s south approach refreshment service available at www.ahotel.si road (exit Center) to the city the hotel’s Lounge Bar and its ensures fast and easy access to covered terrace, and a large free the downtown area, which is two car park located right next to it. kilometres away, as well as to all other districts. A hotel offers two conference rooms providing seating for 50 and 30 people, respectively. Both

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Conference room 50 30 55 / 37 Meeting room 30 16 35 / 43

47 G Design Hotel

As of its opening in early as well as enjoy both a trendy decor summer 2012, the G-Design Hotel and a homely comfort. harmoniously blends the concept The strong business orientation of refined modern design with of G-Design Hotel is underlined the 200-year tradition of an Address: by a flexible boutique conference ancient guesthouse, all set amid a Tržaška cesta 330, Ljubljana centre comprising several function preserved natural environment at Phone: rooms of various size that allow the city outskirts, yet close to the A1 +386 (1) 423 11 11 the organisation of a wide array of motorway. E-mail: events. Free of charge parking is [email protected] The property features 22 spacious available. www.gdesignhotel.si and stylishly appointed rooms of A part of the experience not to be three different types with original missed is the culinary heritage of the design solutions and selected Gorjanc Inn that spans two centuries. artwork signed by Slovenian Regardless of time, the genuine authors that contribute to its hospitality, authentic Slovenian identity. Together with great views recipes and long-standing tradition towards Ljubljana with the Alps as remain the pillars of this familly-run a backdrop, guests can experience property. a sense of freedom and open space

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Red Room 20 8 / / 18

Orange Room 20 8 / / 18 Yellow Room 1 22 12 / / 19 Small Hall 30 15 / / 25 Blue Room 1 30 14 / / 24 Blue Room 2 25 14 / / 21 Grand Hall 70 30 70 50 61 Gorjanc Inn / / 100 100 200 Super club / / 45 35 160

Three smaller break-up rooms are also available.

48 Other Hotel Accomodation

Allegro Hotel  Antiq Hotel  Gornji trg 6, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Gornji trg 3, SI-1000 Ljubljana Tel. +386 (0)59 119 620, Tel. +386 (0)1 421 35 60, www.allegrohotel.si Fax +386 (0)1 421 35 65, 12 rooms; 23 beds. www.antiqhotel.si Boutique hotel in the Old Town. 16 rooms and 1 apt.; 36 beds Boutique hotel in the Old Town.

Lesar Hotel Angel  Vander Hotel  Gornji trg 7, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Krojaška ulica 6, SI-1000 T: +386 (0)1 425 50 89, Ljubljana, www.angelhotel.si Tel. +386 (0)1 430 79 00 8 rooms and 4 apt.; 32 beds www.vanderhotel.com Boutique hotel in the Old Town. 16 rooms; 32 beds Boutique hotel in the Old Town.

Birokrat Apart Hotel  Ljubljana Resort Hotel  Dunajska 191, SI-1000 Ljubljana Dunajska 270, SI-1000 Ljubljana Tel. +386 (0)1 530 02 12 Tel. +386 (0)1 568 39 13, Fax +386 (0)1 530 02 19 Fax +386 (0)1 568 39 12, www.birokrathotel.si www.ljubljanaresort.si [email protected] 62 rooms; 179 beds 21 rooms; 54 beds

Park Hotel  Pri Mraku Hotel  Tabor 9, SI-1000 Ljubljana Rimska 4, SI-1000 Ljubljana Tel. +386 (0)1 300 25 00, Tel. +386 (0)1 421 96 00, Fax +386 (0)1 433 05 46, Fax +386 (0)1 421 96 55, www.hotelpark.si www.daj-dam.si 239 rooms and 2 apt.; 340 beds 36 rooms; 72 beds

Stil Hotel  Emonec Hotel  Litijska 188, SI-1261 Ljubljana- Wolfova 12, SI-1000 Ljubljana Tel. +386 (0)1 200 15 20, Tel. +386 (0)1 548 43 43, Fax +386 (0)1 200 15 21, Fax +386 (0)1548 43 44, www.hotel-emonec.com www.hotel-stil.si 41 rooms; 86 beds 46 rooms and 5 apt.; 87 beds

49 Other Conference Facilities

Biotechnical Faculty

The Biotechnical Faculty is located Forestry and Department of Wood in the Biotechnical Campus, set Science and Technology are within only a few minutes’ drive from the walking distance from the Student downtown area and the ring road Campus and neighbour the Zoo in the north-west of Ljubljana. as well as the wooded slopes of It can also be reached by public Rožnik Hill. transport and has its own parking Address: All lecture rooms are equipped lot. Jamnikarjeva 101, Ljubljana with computers and LCD Phone: The Faculty is organised in seven projectors. +386 (0)1 423 11 61 departments housed in five E-mail: different buildings. Out of these, [email protected] four are in Ljubljana and one is www. bf.uni-lj.si 15 km away, near Domžale. The larges facilities that can be used for meetings are located at 101, Jamnikarjeva Str. Not far away, the buildings of the Department of Biology, the Department of

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) New Lecture Room A1 300 Lecture Room 156 A4 Lecture Room 120 A5 Lecture Room 63 A6 Lecture Room 63 8 other rooms 20 - 40

Note: All lecture rooms have fixed classroom seating. The function rooms are available upon request, as priority is given to the regular study programme or events organised by the Faculty.

50 Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia - GZS

The GZS building is a highly These comprise seven conference functional and modern rooms and a top-floor Business architectural project from the Oasis, plus six seminar / board end of the 1990s. Its location is in rooms in a building close by. Bežigrad, a residential quarter that Clients can count on a full in-house is now developing into a newer organisational support, including business-governmental district, catering. just 2 km from the city centre. Close by are also some of the larger faculties. Address: The GZS Business & Conference Dimičeva ulica 13, Ljubljana Centre was initially set up for their Phone: internal needs – educational +386 (0)1 589 84 44 seminars, business conferences, E-mail: etc. In recent times, however, GZS [email protected] is placing these facilities on the www.gzs.si market.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Hall A - Triglav 150 100 150 / 184 Hall B - Kum 50 40 80 / 84

Note: this function room is most often used for a hollow square set-up. Hall C - Nanos 60 50 60 / 63 Hall D - Kanin 40 30 60 / 67 Hall E - Mangart 40 30 60 / 69 Hall F - Planjava 40 30 60 / 69 Hall G - Peca 40 30 60 / 69 Business Oasis / 40 60 40 150 (various setups, except classroom)

Note: At the GZS, receptions or standing lunches / meals are commonly served only if connected to a business event. The foyer by the halls is quite ample and allows the necessary space for catering functions alongside working sessions.

51 Crystal Palace

The recently opened Crystal Palace The Crystal Palace is also intended (Kristalna palača) is a new business for meetings and events. Its multi- centre with conference facilities and purpose hall for up to 200 people a shopping arcade, providing an theatre-style, dividable into two attractive space for both work and individual sections, offers daylight relaxed socialising. and state-of-the-art conference technology, including wireless With its 89 metres of height, Crystal Internet, three simultaneous Palace is now the tallest building in interpretation booths and system, Address: Slovenia and a city landmark that large-screen monitors and event Šmartinska cesta 152, Ljubljana sets an array of new engineering recording. On the second floor a Phone: standards. With its first-class large park-like open air platform – +386 1 585 13 93, technological and ecological the Green Terrace, can function as an + 386 1 585 13 19 materials, its own solar power plant, event space. A gourmet restaurant E-mail: modern sophisticated architecture on the spot and the top-floor cafe [email protected] with a shimmering glass facade and provide a versatile gastronomic www.kristalna-palaca.com an elegant and comfortable interior experience for event catering. design it creates a unique new type of public space in the city.

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Congress Hall 200 32 200 / 185

Green Terrace / / 600 / 2,370

52 Domus Medica

Domus Medica, the home to four The function rooms are new, Slovenian medical organizations, modern, spaciuos and offer a lot located on Dunajska cesta, next to of light. They have a warm and the city ring and near to the WTC- pleasant atmosphere. Easy access, building, was opened in 2011. comfortable places, nice surrounding and professional staff offer great Domus Medica provides organization conditions for the meetings. of various events: congresses, seminars, workshops and other The qualified staff, together with a Address: professional meetings. The Medical network of external partners, ensures Dunajska 162, Ljubljana Education Center has a conference the organization of meetings at the Phone: hall, three classrooms and two highest level. They can always ensure +386 (0)1 30 72 191 meeting rooms. All rooms are adequate working space, technical E-mail: equipped with the most advanced equipment, snacks during breaks, [email protected] and user-friendly technical lunches and gala dinners and other www.zdravniskazbornica.si equipment. Below the Domus things that are very important to the Medica is a garage with more than success of each meeting. 240 parking spaces. The city- bus stops directly in front of the building.

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) 260 (with foldable Blue Hall / / / 310 tables) Julija 46 24 50 50 61

Ana 20 16 25 25 46

Viktorija 20 / 25 25 48 20 (conference Rantova Room / 25 25 57 room) 32 (conference Grand Meeting Room / 40 40 69 room) 10 (conference Akvarij / 15 15 33 room) Reception Room / / 260 200 236

Passage Room / / / 220

Club Domus Medica 60 35 70 70 157

53 Faculty of Economics

The Faculty of Economics has The Faculty premises have been a long tradition in research and the venue for a series of prominent education as it was founded in international conferences with up 1946. Today, it is the largest faculty to 900 delegates over the past of the University of Ljubljana with years. almost 8,000 undergraduate and Address: graduate students and occupies a Kardeljeva ploščad 17, Ljubljana part of a spacious campus close to Phone: the city centre. +386 (0) 1 589 24 00 In line with the reorganisation E-mail: and modernisation of the [email protected] study programmes, the Faculty www.ef.uni-lj.si was awarded with the EQUIS accreditation in 2006. This is the leading international system of quality assessment, improvement and accreditation of higher education institutions in management and business administration.

Meeting facilities FA CU LT Y OF Name No. of seatsEC ONOMICNo. ofS seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Big Hall 407 Small Hall 283 Blue Hall 260 Lila Hall 150 P19, P21 Lecture Halls (each) 122 P-217 Lecture Hall 107 P216 Lecture Hall 81 P211 Lecture Hall 79 P212 Lecture Hall 61 P225, 125, 126, 127, 128 (each) 54 10 other Lecture Rooms 36 - 54

Note: the function rooms are available upon request, as priority is given to the regular study programme or events organised by the Faculty.

54 Faculty of Law

The Faculty of Law is housed After the Second World War the in what used to be the Catholic printing works were taken over Printing house. Completed in by the company Ljudska Pravica, 1908, the new building was the then by the Dnevnik newspaper first reinforced concrete industrial publishers. edifice in Ljubljana with an internal At the end of the 1990s, when the Address: reinforced concrete skeletal printing works ceased operation, Poljanski nasip 2, Ljubljana construction. the building was renovated for the Phone: The facade in the Secessionist requirements of the Law Faculty. +386 (0)1 42 03 113 style is adorned with characteristic E-mail: Due to its convenient central Wagnerian ornamental motifs [email protected] location and modern premises, around the windows and under the www.pf.uni-lj.si the Faculty is a popular academic roof projection. On the corner of venue for small to medium-sized the building beneath the cornice conferences. are five identical relief portraits of bearded men that personify A parking garage is available printers. nearby.

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Gold Hall 255

Blue Hall 196

Violet Hall 210

Gray Hall 330

Red Hall 298

S5 Seminar Room 70 S4 and S3 Seminar 40 Rooms (each) S2 Seminar Room 56

S1 Seminar Room 63 Note: the function rooms are available upon request, as priority is given to the regular study programme or events organised by the Faculty. All rooms have al lthe neccessary technical equipment. Gold Hall also offers unequiped translation booths

55 Faculty of Social Sciences

qualified team, in cooperation The Faculty of Social Sciences with preferred external partners, is the central Slovenian ensures a flawless professional interdisciplinary, educational, organisation of events. Upon scientific and research institution request, the faculty provides full in the area of social sciences, video and audio support for events and ranks among the biggest Address: institutions of its kind in Europe. Kardeljeva ploščad 5, Ljubljana Phone: More than 3,000 undergraduate +386 (0)1 5805 110 and postgraduate students are E-mail: enrolled in various programmes [email protected] at the Faculty, which hosts many www.fdv.si modern lecture halls with full IT support and free Wi-Fi. The biggest conference hall meets all of the state-of-the-art technical standards, while the lobby is suitable for receptions. The highly

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2)

FDV Big Hall + lobby 400 Lecture Hall No. 1 282

Lecture Hall No. 2 and 3 (each) 80

Lecture Halls No. 4 and 5 (each) 35 Lecture Hall No. 6 66 Lecture Hall No. 7 161

Phonetics lab 11 and halls 10, 14, 15, 16, 17 (each) 36

Lecture Halls No. 12 ,13 (each) 60

Lecture Halls No. 8, 18, 19 (each) 25

Lecture Halls No. 20, 21 (each) 90 Lecture Hall No. 22 77 Lecture Hall No. 23 100

Computer labs 24, 26, 27 (each) 50 Computer lab 25 30

56 Technology Park Ljubljana

Technology Park Ljubljana was es- employees. In addition to its im- tablished in 1996 as an organisation age, reputation and credibility, the representing a support and stimulat- organisation also offers its members ing business environment enabling full entrepreneurial support, including the development of technological the search for business and strategic Address: entrepreneurship of the highest level. alliances. Tehnološki park 19, Ljubljana By providing appropriate infrastruc- TLP’s main premises in Ljubljana Brdo Phone: ture, services and promotion, it provide some functional meeting +386 (0)1 620 34 03 motivates the technological entre- facilities with AV equipment and free E-mail: preneurial potential in the region Wi-Fi that can be rented for smaller [email protected] and helps realize knowledge-based conferences, seminars, lectures and www.tp-lj.si entrepreneurial initiatives with great meetings. The larger unit (max. 170 potential. At the same time, it allows participants) is flexible and partition- alliances and synergies to be estab- able. The location’s advantage is the lished with both the domestic and close vicinity (500 m) to the motor- foreign developmental, research and way ring, while the city centre is 5 km market environment. away.

Under its umbrella, Technology Park Ljubljana brings together over 290 companies with more than 1,400

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Conference Hall / 170 200 200 273

Meeting Room / 15 / / 35

57 TR/3 Business Building

The TR/3 business building, a close neighbour of Cankarjev dom Cultural and Congress Centre, is located right in the city centre, not far from some of the main government and cultural institutions. Apart from a number of Address: companies that have their seat in Trg republike 3, Ljubljana this building, office premises are Phone: rented there by several embassies. +386 (0)1 470 08 89 The ground floor is occupied by E-mail: two conference rooms, the largest [email protected] of which can accommodate 200 seats theatre-style, while a board room is available on the 14th floor. A foyer by the larger function room can be used for refreshments or a smaller exhibition. Parking spaces are available nearby.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) TR/3 Conference Hall 200 150 360 / 224 (with foyer) Round Room 98 / / / 144 (fixed seats) Board Room 40 / / / 92 (21 - round table)

58 University of Ljubljana

The University of Ljubljana was home and abroad. founded in 1919 on the The University has achieved very foundations of a long-established good results in the quality of its pedagogical tradition. higher education and it remains The University of Ljubljana, successful in obtaining funds for residing in an elegant end of scientific-development projects. 19th-century building that boasts It is ranked among the 500 best a prime downtown location, is universities in the world. Address: renowned for the quality of its Kongresni trg 12, 1000 Ljubljana social and natural sciences as well Phone: as its technical study programs. +386 (0)1 241 85 00 Its projects keep pace with the E-mail: latest developments in the areas [email protected] of arts, sciences and technology at www.uni-lj.si

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Senate Hall 100 / / / Corner Room / 20 / / (fixed round table) Hall / 30 / / (fixed round table)

Hall of Rectors 50 30 50 30 Balcony Hall / 80 50

Note: the function rooms are available upon request, as priority is given to the events organised by the University or its members.

59 Special Venues

Ljubljana Castle

The medieval Ljubljana Castle has A number of different-sized indoor served to many different purposes function rooms are complemented in the past – it was first a fortress, by the spacious courtyard, which Address: then residence to the provincial can welcome up to 800 guests Grajska planota 1, Ljubljana governor, a barracks and even a at a reception or up to 1,000 Phone: prison. In newer times, we can add (seated) for a cultural event. These +386 (0)1 306 42 30, to its many roles that of a major abound throughout the year, but +386 (0)51 335 654 tourist attraction and city landmark. are especially attractive during the E-mail: warmer months. The exterior shell, as it now [email protected] appears, is predominantly from the The Castle is also the main venue www.ljubljanafestival.si mid-16th and the following century. for civil wedding ceremonies in The extensive renovation over the Ljubljana. A fast access to the more recent years, which is now premises is provided by a funicular being concluded, has provided railway, which departs from the this splendid location with modern Krekov trg square in the Old Town. and multifunctional meeting and banqueting facilities, thus transforming it into a unique venue for business gatherings and social functions alike. New programme contents to enhance the visitors’ experience have been created, and some further space developments are also planned in 2012 and 2013.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Estate Hall (plus Annex Hall) 180 40 200 130 166 (I shape) (+201, Annex Hall) Palatium 270 50 250 170 186 (I shape) Rock Room / / 150 50 195 White Hall / Blue Hall (each) 40 20 50 30 80 (I shape) Courtyard 1,000 120 800 500 600 (I shape) Pentagonal Tower 50 / 50 30 38 “S” Gallery 40 / 180 / 140 Friedrick’s Room 1 35 / 12 / 53 Friedrick’s Room 2 30 / 12 / 30

60 Ljubljana Castle – event in the courtyard

Ljubljana Castle

Križanke Summer Theatre Ljubljana Castle – event in the Palatium 61 Križanke Summer Theatre

The Križanke Open Air Theatre A distinctive feature of the is managed by the Ljubljana Entrance Hall (open-air) is the Festival. It was formerly the sgrafitto decoration on the walls, oldest monastery in the city that which were adorned with bas-relief belonged to the Teutonic Knight’s figurines that originate from the order. Renovated to the plans Czech medieval art. Special Address: of architect Jože Plečnik in the attention was also dedicated to a Trg francoske revolucije 1, 1950s, the Križanke complex is uniform pavement pattern, linking Ljubljana considered to be one of the most together the various architectural Phone: beautiful and acoustic open-air components of this space, which +386 (0)1 241 60 00 venues in Slovenia. The big stage is a popular setting for concerts, E-mail: with an orchestra pit is suitable performances or receptions in the [email protected] for various theatrical and musical warmer months. www.ljubljanafestival.si stagings (operas, operettas, ballet, Possibly the most picturesque etc.), for symphonic concerts, setting in the Križanke complex, theatre productions as well as the Devil’s Courtyard, was pop and jazz concerts. It has originally designed by Plečnik to also been occasionally used as serve as a venue for small chamber banqueting venue for larger performances. There is a net of events. The theatre is outfitted lights, built into the ceiling, giving with a large sliding roof that allows an impression of a starry sky. The performances to run undisturbed Devil’s Courtyard is a beautiful even in the case of bad weather. setting for receptions. Another function space is the Knights’ hall, once the monastery’s refectory.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Summer Theatre 1,270 / 3,500 / 2,700 Entrance Hall 600 / 800 / 693 Knights’ Hall 160 / 180 / 170 Devil’s Courtyard 100 / 150 / 143

62 Auersperg Palace - City Museum of Ljubljana

Just a few steps away from the suitable for smaller conferences, Ljubljanica riverbanks in the Old lectures, panels, round tables Town, the modernly renovated presentations, and where 30 more Auersperg Palace is becoming an seats can be added. The so-called increasingly popular special venue Mayor’s Room is most suitable for for the organisation of receptions, protocol receptions, award-giving Address: banquets, smaller conferences or ceremonies and formal social Gosposka ulica 15, Ljubljana seminars, as well as cultural and functions, with space for 60 guests Phone: other events. standing or up to 45 seats. +386 (0)1 241 25 21, The Museum’s atrium – or the Last, but not least, the museum +386 (0)1 241 25 00 heart of the renaissance palace, cafe stands on a 15th century E-mail: is distinguished for its pure floor and offers, through a glass [email protected] elegance and functionality. The bend, an original view of the www.mgml.si white marble, glass galleries courtyard and the cellar with an and solid stone columns and ancient, in situ Roman road. In this arches, which offer a view of the amazing atmosphere where the open inner courtyard, lend it a present blends with the distant special atmosphere. The atrium past, small, intimate receptions, can welcome up to 200 guests press conferences, concerts or (or 400 joined if joined with the poetry and prose readings can be courtyard) at receptions and up to organised – the capacity being 60 80 guests for a banquet /seated seats. dinner. The Museum’s premises An event at the City Museum of offer other original function areas, Ljubljana can be enhanced by a including the 81-seater Projection guided tour of the palace and the room, which is a conference room permanent collection.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2)

Atrium and 80 + 120 / 200 - atrium, 80 - indoor 143 + 185 Courtyard (Atrium and Courtyard, 400 - together atrium (indoor atrium + concert setting) with Courtyard courtyard) Projection or 81 / / / / Conference Room (30 extra, fixed seats) Mayor’s Room 45 / 60 / 107 Café 60 / 100 / 125

63 Cekin Manor - Museum of Contemporary History

The National Museum of The Knights’ Hall is suitable for a Contemporary History is a state variety of events – from lectures museum dedicated to the heritage and press conferences to Address: of recent Slovenian history, from presentations and social functions, Celovška cesta 23, Ljubljana the beginning of the 20th century including seated dinners. Phone: onwards. It resides in the Cekin +386 (0)1 300 96 33; +386 A foyer offers additional space for Manor (Cekinov grad), a mid-18th (0)1 300 96 10 standing receptions or cocktails. century two-storey pavilion with E-mail: Parking spaces are widely available a refined late Baroque facade, [email protected] close by, some even right in front located on the edge of both the www.muzej-nz.si of the venue. Tivoli Park and the city centre. The Baroque highlight of this building, on its first floor, is a ceremonial hall beautifully fully adorned by wall paintings and two decorative stoves.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2)

Knights’ Hall 90 / 120 75 103

64 Central Post Office

The central Post Office is a late 19th-century building along the main street in the city centre, Address: Slovenska. Its immediate Čopova 11, Ljubljana neighbours are the Slon Best Phone: Western Hotel and the Nama +386 (0)1 243 16 20 department store, while the busy E-mail: pedestrian Čopova Street [email protected] separates it from the Old Town. www.posta.si The building features a particular function space – the Atrium, which is an attractive setting for receptions, banquets and other events. Its style slightly resembles the atrium of the National Museum, as the two buildings were created at about the same time.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Atrium / / 250 140 495 (gross) Conference hall / 156 / / 204

65 Festival Hall - Pionirski dom

The Festival Hall is one of the events and balls, concerts, fashion most renowned inter-generational shows, wedding parties and other centres in Slovenia. Once known as social functions. Through latest the Baraga Seminary, the building refurbishment has this venue from the late 1930’s designed by become even more attractive as a architect Jože Plečnik houses today special location for meetings and the Academic College, the Mladinsko events. Address: Theatre and the Pionirski dom Vilharjeva cesta 11, Ljubljana educational & cultural institution, Phone: which manages the Festival Hall. This +386(0)1 2348 200 was created in the central space of E-mail: the original building in 1956 to the festivalna.dvorana@ plans of architect A.Bitenc. pionirski-dom.si A monumental staircase with www.pionirski-dom.si massive pillars and decorative sculptures accentuate the entrance and adorn both the foyer and the large hall. Throughout the year, the Festival Hall hosts a number of local and international dance

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Festival Hall 510 390 600 400 490

Red Hall 45 40 60 48 70 Ballet Hall 30 30 50 / 35 Classrooms (6) 30 15-25 30 / 25-35

The Festival Hall has a balcony with additional 150 m2, which can also be used during events.

66 Fužine Castle - Museum of Architecture and Design

The Renaissance Fužine Castle Quite a large parking space is also occupies a charming and quiet available. location along the Ljubljanica When choosing the Fužine Castle River, at the city outskirts. The /Museum of Architecture and spacious castle yard and the halls Design for an event, one should featuring remains of Renaissance not miss the opportunity to fresco works provide a unique visit their excellent exhibitions Address: setting for an array of business on architecture, design and Pot na Fužine 2, Ljubljana and social events alike. photography. Almost all the Phone: The function rooms are suitable prominent Slovene architects +386 (0) 1 5484-270 for business meetings, receptions, and designers from the twentieth E-mail: promotional events, lectures, century, as well as many [email protected] conferences, receptions, wedding photographers, are represented in www.mao.si ceremonies, cultural performances, the museum’s holdings, totalling to concerts, exhibitions, fashion more than 1,000 authors. shows or simply partie s. The well-established Vivo Catering The halls and the courtyard can has its seat in this property. welcome from 250 to 800 guests.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Reception Hall 60 / 150 50 87 Kisl Tower 40 / 60 36 50 Restaurant 50 / 60 36 50 Big Tower 250 / 350 110 to 160 150 South Hall 130 / 250 96 130 Club 40 / 60 36 50 Courtyard 500 / 800 / 450

67 Kino Šiška Centre for Urban Culture

The Kino Šiška Centre for events, such as concert and Urban Culture is a centre for theatre performances as well as contemporary and urban creativity conferences and corporate events. serving Ljubljana and even a The small Komuna Hall features wider space. This unique venue up to 150 seats for more intimate, is primarily dedicated to music, mainly experimental events, theatre, dance and experimental discussions or press conferences. Address: productions, while also being The two halls are complemented Trg Prekomorskih brigad 3, suitable for meetings, conferences by the Kamera exhibition space Ljubljana and other related events. in the lobby of the Katedrala Phone: Featuring 2,468 square metres of Hall, and by the Kralj Café, which +386 30 310 102 (Mr. Bravhar), architectural and technological reflects a modernist decor. It +386 30 310 100 innovations, Kino Šiška ranks is possible to hire / privatise E-mail: among largest and technically individual function rooms as well [email protected] most advanced venues of its kind as the entire venue, including the www.kinosiska.si in Europe. café. The large Katedrala Hall can welcome up to 800 visitors standing or 450 seating in various set-ups adapted to individual

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Katedrala Hall 450 / 930 / 743

Komuna Hall 150 / 200 / 205

68 National Gallery of Slovenia

The National Gallery of Slovenia, up to 1,000 guests at a standing founded in 1918, is the main art reception. museum in Slovenia containing the The old wing containing the largest visual arts collection from Gallery’s permanent collection the late medieval period to the exhibits features the Large Hall early 20th century. – a ceremonial function space Address: It resides in a building from 1896, being most suitable for protocol Prešernova cesta 24, Ljubljana to which an annex was added in receptions, award presentations Phone: the 1990s. In between the two, a and concerts with up to 220 +386 (0)1 241 54 00 spacious and modern new guests E-mail: entrance hall was built in 2001. [email protected] www.ng-slo.si This airy structure with a glass facade, facing the Tivoli Park, now represents one of the classier function spaces in the city centre, covering a surface area of 1,675 m2. Three levels can welcome

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) New Entrance Hall / / 1000 350 1675 Grand Hall / / 220 / 300

69 National Museum of Slovenia

The National Museum of Slovenia, conferences, concerts, receptions founded in 1821, is the oldest of all and gala dinners. Slovenian museum institutions. The most attractive among them is Its six departments collect, the Atrium, located just above the document, preserve, and entrance foyer, with a surface area investigate the mobile cultural of 422 m2. heritage of Slovenia and present it to the public. Address: Prešernova cesta 20, Ljubljana The displays are housed in a Phone: building from 1888, which is the +386 (0)1 241 44 04 first neighbour of both the national E-mail: Parliament and Opera & Ballet [email protected], [email protected] Theatre. www.nms.si Some function spaces in the Museum, if they are not in use for the primary mission of the institution, can be hired for diverse purposes: presentations, press

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Atrium / / 600 200 422

Note: Due to a semi-cylindric structure in the mid length of one wall, the entire atrium can be used for receptions / banquets, while only about half can be used for presentations / concerts with seats theatre-style (ca. 150).

70 The Slovenian Philharmonic

The Slovenian Philharmonic resides The Slovenian Philharmonic in a building, formerly called building, which was fully renovated Tonhalle, built in 1891 on the site in 2001, features two halls, the of the former State Theatre, which smaller of which is quite often burnt down in a fire. It has a prime used for receptions. downtown location overlooking With open windows, guest can the Congress Square on one side catch a view of the baroque Address: and the Ljubljanica riverbanks on Ursuline Church at the top of the Kongresni trg 10, Ljubljana the other. square, and the adjacent seat Phone: This highly respected musical of the Ljubljana University, an +386 (0)1 241 08 00 institution is proud of its tradition, imposing building from the turn of +386 (0)1 241 08 14 now more than 300 years old. The the 20th century. E-mail: Slovenian Philharmonic Orchestra [email protected] successfully continues the legacy www.filharmonija.si of its predecessors and has gained wide acclaim at concerts in Slovenia and abroad.

Meeting facilities Name No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Marjan Kozina Hall 489 / / / /

Note: 345 seats in the parterre and 162 seats at the balcony. A special feature is the imposing pipe organ. Slavko Osterc Hall 90 / 150 / 161

71 Stage under the Stars - Puppet Theatre of Ljubljana

The Stage under the Stars in the The hall’s dimension, 19 X 19 m, Puppet Theatre of Ljubljana ia a new provides space to welcome up special venue in the city centre. This to 300 guests and has the entire hall occupies the top floor of a 19th necessary infrastructure, such as century building which was originally wardrobes, lobby, dressing rooms Address: home to the Ljubljana fire fighters. and bar at disposal. Krekov trg 2, Ljubljana Today, two cultural institutions Phone: Its position next to the lower reside under its roof – the Šentjakob +386(0)1 548 45 40 funicular station connecting the Old Theatre and the Puppet Theatre of E-mail: Town to the Ljubljana Castle can be Ljubljana. [email protected] pinpointed as an additional feature. www.lgl.si The name of this function space was inspired by its architecture, as the ceiling and one third of the walls are made of glass. This allows an enjoyable open view of the sky while attending an event, such as a concert, fashion show, educational programme or a business gathering.

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Stage under the Stars 250 300 380 150 338

Foyer / / 232 / 200

72 Viba Studio

The Viba Film Studio Ljubljana, The Viba Film Studio has been located at just ten minutes drive the venue of numerous social and from the city centre, functions as business events demanding a larger the national technical film base. and very flexible custom-designed The highly functional space for film setting – from a cocktail reception production, postproduction plus the during the NATO Parliamentary Address: management offices are all united Assembly to a BMW car launch. Stegne 5, Ljubljana under one roof on approximately Phone: 10,000 sq m. Viba features two +386(0)1 5132 408 major studios alongside which E-mail: there are rooms for set design, [email protected] wardrobes for actors, mask rooms, www.vibafilm.si four audio suites, a large fully equipped video mixing-room, a small 45-seat projection room as well as other spaces. There is also a large wardrobe and rich requisite funds allowing the rental of costumes (themed events).

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) Studio I / / 600 / 665

Studio II / / 450 / 475

Projection room / 45 / / 100

73 ZRC SAZU – Research Centre of the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts

ZRC SAZU is one of the leading work. Besides that, an array of research and educational centres in other events – from symposiums to Address: Slovenia and ranks among the most children’s workshops or receptions, Novi trg 2, Ljubljana prominent academic institutions in take place in its premises. With the Phone: Central and SE Europe. More than ZRC Atrium, the Research Centre +386 (0)1 470 64 16 300 associates are organized into also attracts the general public, E-mail: 18 independent but coordinated especially by holding cultural [email protected] and interconnected institutes. events such as literary evenings and www.zrc-sazu.si Work at ZRC SZU is distinctly classical music concerts. The popular interdisciplinary and based on LP bar functiones in the hallway cooperation, complementation, leading to the atrium adding to and synergy. The diverse research flexibility of the venue. areas can be summed up in the With its glass roof, arcade halls study of cultural, social, and and massive arches, the renovated natural phenomena, processes, and premises of the ZRC Atrium are also practices. attractive for evening wgatherings. The Atrium is heated and equipped ZRC Atrium is in charge of with suitable AV equipment. It can promotional activities and often accommodate up to 200 visitors hosts events, meetinga and and can also be rented by similar presentations that focus on art and institutions from Slovenia and abroad. science as well as on the research

Meeting facilities No. of seats No. of seats Capacity Capacity Surface area Hall Name theatre classroom reception banquet (m2) ZRC Atrium 100 / 200 100 160

74 75 Professional Congress Organisers - PCO’s

Cankarjev dom – Congress and Events Management

The Congress and Events business, gala and other functions Address: Management team at Cankarjev have been entrusted to CD by Prešernova cesta 10, dom (CD) are one of the leading numerous clients representing SI – 1000 Ljubljana PCO’s in Slovenia and certainly the various scientific, economic and Phone: ones with the longest history, governmental sectors. +386 (0)1 241 71 24 having been on the market since E-mail: 1980. The CD Congress and Events [email protected] Management provide an integral A wide array of international, organisation of events – from the (Ms.Dušica Todorovič) European and national meetings – initial idea to the final analysis, www.cd-cc.si from scientific congresses, as well as a partial organisation. symposia and seminars, They operate both in-house and in presentations, educational, other venues across Ljubljana and Slovenia. GO®MICE Address: Štihova ulica 4, SI – 1000 Ljubljana Go.Mice is a very outgoing and corporate events, they also Phone: company, their young and flexible work as consultants and mitigators +386 (0)1 430 51 03 team is active in various fields for transfer of knowledge to E-mail: within the meetings industry. Next achieve optimal results. Go.Mice [email protected] to their prime activity, professional are the proud organiser of the (Mr. Gorazd Čad) organisation for both association yearly Conventa exhibition. www.go-mice.eu www.kongres-magazine.eu

Toleranca marketing A part of the Go Mice story is also solutions for tailored marketing Toleranca Marketing, a marketing campaigns . They are the publish- Address: agency specializing in travel mar- ers of Kongres magazine, the lead- Štihova ulica 4, keting solutions and travel brand ing meeting industry magazine of SI – 1000 Ljubljana development. Their knowledge of South East Europe, and a member Phone: the travel industry means great ad- of International Meetings Review. +386 (0)1 430 51 03 vantage when providing complete E-mail: [email protected] (Mrs. Jana Apih) www.toleranca.eu www.kongres-magazine.eu

Albatros Address: Ribenska cesta 2, Albatros Bled is active as a Profes- events, their coordination, techni- SI – 4260 Bled sional Congress Organizer (PCO) cal equipment and supervision in Ljubljana Office: Cankarjeva 10, and a Destination Management Ljubljana and all of Slovenia . Their SI - 1000 Ljubljana Company (DMC) since 1986. They vast knowledge and experience Phone: provide the complete financial make them one of the most estab- +386 (0)4 57 80 350 management of congresses, lished in the country. E-mail: conferences, meetings and other [email protected] (Mrs. Majda Zidanski) www.albatros-bled.com

Independent Meeting Planner / PCO Address: S5 Kongres Štihova 18, SI - 1000 Ljubljana Srečo Peterlič s.p. Phone: Consulting, marketing and event +386 40 164 040 organisation E-mail: [email protected] www.s5kongres.si

76 Destination Management Companies – DMC’s

Intours DMC

Intours DMC are a dynamic INTOURS has an in-depth Address: and experienced team, full of knowledge of the destination Dalmatinova 3, innovative suggestions, creative and is keen to demonstrate how SI – 1000 Ljubljana ideas, smart solutions and cost diverse and interesting Slovenia is Phone: effective proposals. and how much of the unexpected +386 (0)1 430 35 50 it has to offer. E-mail: Many satisfied clients from all over [email protected] Europe and USA have so far highly (Mr. Tomaž Krušič) appreciated the professionalism www.intours-mice.si and dedication that Intours delivers to the organisation of events and experiences.

Kompas

Where else in the world could client considering to bring a Address: one spend a mere four days and future event to Slovenia. Kompas Pražakova 4, experience such a great diversity? aims to organise highly creative SI – 1514 Ljubljana Slovenia, with its wealth of programmes that are both Phone: contrasts, is among the possible original and memorable. All the +386 (0)1 200 64 09 answers. suppliers involved are carefully E-mail: selected and supervised by the [email protected] With more than 50 years of Kompas staff, which is there for (Mr. Viljam Kvalić) experience and the highest the client throughout the selected www.kompasmice.si customer satisfaction scores, programme. Kompas business and incentive trips are a smart choice for any

Liberty Incentives & Congresses Slovenia

The professional team at Liberty The team are professional Address: Incentives & Congresses Slovenia is consultants on hand to provide Dunajska 109, committed to ensuring that any visit expert knowledge and a SI – 1000 Ljubljana to Slovenia, often labelled as the personalised service, assisting the Phone: “Best kept secret in Europe”, is taken client in every stage of a +386 (0)1 232 11 71, beyond the special into the unique. function’s organisation, from +386 (0)1 620 25 60 planning to implementation. Whether a client wishes to take E-mail: a group event to the coast or to LIC Slovenia prides itself on the [email protected] the lakes & mountains region, or attention to the detail, which (Mr. Boštjan Horjak) experience culture in an urban scene ensures, whatever the client’s www.liberty-incentive.net and taste the traditional or the more requirements are, a tailor-made sophisticated cuisine, LIC Slovenia experience meeting and exceeding can make it happen! all expectations.

Maya

Maya, founded in 1998 as the first The Team Spirit organises and travel agency in the Soča river implements a variety of Team Address: Basin specialised in the field of Building, Team Bonding and Padlih borcev 1, active holidays, today includes Incentive activities SI – 5220 Tolmin three brands covering different Phone: The Slovenia Experience brand segments: +386 5 380 05 32 looks after all visitors wishing E-mail: The Outdoor Centre looks after to spend an activity holiday in [email protected] the organisation of individual Slovenia. It devises and organises www.maya.si and group one-day adventure a variety of programmes and experiences (rafting, mini-rafting, packages for families and www.Events-Teambuilding.com kayaking, canyoning, hydrospeed, individuals. cycling, trekking, etc.) and variety of different BBQ for groups.

77 Event Agencies

Koren Sports, outdoor & incentive specialist

Koren Sports is a leading specialist and themed evenings complete Address: in the field of outdoor events, the range of services available. Pot na Bistriško planino 10, notably teambuilding and The programmes are designed and SI – 4290 Tržič incentive programmes for groups tailor-made in line with the Client’s spanning from 10 to 500 wishes. Phone: participants. +386 (0)1 232 23 64 Koren Sports also own and E-mail: A highly-motivated team of manage three adrenaline parks, [email protected] dynamic instructors guide them two adventure parks and two (Mr. Matija Koren) safely through challenges as unique Igloo hotel villages (2008 www.koren-sports.si diverse as adrenaline adventures, best / most innovative tourism group motivational events and project in Slovenia). sports activities. Social events

LIFE Events

LIFE Events provides solutions Having run over 400 events for an array of highly creative around Slovenia, Croatia and Address: and unique corporate events, beyond, the Lifetrek team has Bleiweisova cesta 30, incentives, team buildings, acquired the experience, the SI - 4000 Kranj meetings and conferences, knowledge and the expertise Phone: delivering participants or to ensure that any event runs +386 (0) 4 20 1 48 75 delegates all the ingredients for smoothly from start to finish. E-mail: reaching their business or team [email protected] objectives a successful event. (Mr. Matej Mejovšek) LIFE Events was founded in 1998 www.spiritowin.com with the aim to offer customers a stimulating experience through dynamic and participative programmes.

iDMC iDMC is specialized in the design in a unique way, events can tell a Address: and implementation of special story tailored to a specific idea Cesta Ljubljanske brigade 23A, events, incentives, teambuildings or group. 1000 Ljubljana and business events, with the goal Being fresh, reliable, inspiring Phone: to deliver an unforgettable first- and innovative, iDMC has stead- +386 5901 77 46 class experience to the client and ily earned a very good reputa- guests alike. E-mail: tion among clients seeking for [email protected] Whether in the Mediterranean or the right partner in Slovenia. www.www.idmc.eu in the Alps, Slovenia offers beauty, comfort, safety and an array of choices. By experiencing Slovenia (in process)

Promo

Promo is an event management as multimedia events. Promo is Address: specialist which provides incentive a member of the International Mirje 4, and teambuilding programmes, Video Rental System. SI – 1000 Ljubljana while also carrying out promotions and presentations. Organisational Phone: and technical support for a variety +386 (0)1 438 24 70 of events and all types of meetings E-mail: is available. [email protected] (Mr. Marko Križnik) The first-to-last service includes www.promo-ag.si total flexibility in line with clients’ needs and requirements for the most demanding of functions, such

78 Pro Fit

“Through all senses to emotions communicates the presentation Address: and the mind!” is the agency’s of the product or service, but Kalingerjeva 7 approach to its custom-made also incorporates the mission of events (private or business), as it is the company, its philosophies, Phone: based on a detailed profile of the awareness and current strategies. +386 30 650 660 guests and their needs, which are E-mail: Their events often go beyond the subsequently combined with the [email protected] clients’ expectations, because the goal of the event. (Mr. Uroš Zajec) ideas, executed to the last detail, For each event, Pro Fit’s may exceed even the realm of creative team develops a possibility. multilayer scenario that not only

Catering

Jezeršek Catering

The Jezeršek family have been Alternatively, Jezeršek has a specialist caterers and organisers long tradition of catering for any Address: of a great variety of culinary event at a location of the client’s Sora 1a, receptions, banquets and other choice, such as forest clearings, SI - 1215 Medvode functions for more than 20 years. meadows, Karst caves, Phone: museums, galleries or ships, just +386 1 361 94 13 The company offers an to name a few special settings. E-mail: opportunity to enjoy [email protected] outstanding cuisine in its own (Ms. Maja Jezeršek) luxurious premises, providing www.jezersek.si guests with unforgettable hospitality, décor and service.

Vivo Catering

Vivo Catering has established itself dishes which are served with a at the top of Slovenian catering touch of artistic presentation. Vivo Address: companies over the 15 Catering can deliver a high-profile Pot na Fužine 2, successful years of its presences culinary event at the same time SI – 1000 Ljubljana on the market. It boasts for even more than one thousand Phone: international experience and guests at different locations. +386 1 54 61 657 provides catering both in Slovenia E-mail: and abroad. With the increasing [email protected] congress-related business in (Ms. Mateja Čemažar) The company is specialised in Slovenia, the company is more and www.vivo.si organising event catering and is more present in this specific market famous for its tasty and original sector.

Other recommendations:

Gostilna na Gradu Maxi Catering Maxi has an extensive experience Grajska planota 1, SI - 1000 Ljubljana, Phone: with catering events and is one of Phone: +386 (0)1 476 69 80 the preferred partners of +386 (0)8 205 19 30, E-mail: Cankarjev dom Cultural and E-mail: [email protected] Congress Centre. [email protected] www.maxi.si/catering www.nagradu.si Maxi Catering operates under the Gostilna na gradu (the Castle Res- umbrella of the Maxim taurant) is a joint venture of two Restaurant, which in 2008 and highly ackwnoledged Slovenian 2010 received the Ljubljana Quality restauranteurs: As from Ljubljana award as the best fine-dining and Hiša Franko from Kobarid. restaurant in the city. Their innovative cuisine is based on Slovenian tradition. Hiša Franko is distinguished by a more sophis- ticated cuisine and presentation.

79 80 Map of Slovenia

81 82 The Pleasure of Discovery

83 84 Town displaying a variety of graphic arts production, The Pleasure of Discovery prints, sculptures and antiques in different price ranges. In the same area along the river banks the Meeting after-hours antiques market takes place on Sundays. Art & Culture, plus Shopping Tips... Foreign visitors have found that in Ljubljana culture is Strolling around the , you not merely a matter of prestige, but an entire way of might get an inspiration about what to carry home- life. The are apparently the only nation that maybe purchase a bouquet of aromatic herbs, dried has a Culture Day as a national holiday. It is precisely boletus mushrooms or the famous Karst air-dried ham, in Ljubljana that this creativity is expressed most which should be accompanied by at least one among intensely. the surprisingly high-quality Slovene wines.

Music Lovers... Major credit cards are widely accepted in all shops. ... can attend regular opera and ballet performances, or concerts of excellent vocal and instrumental groups who perform Slovene and foreign works. The traditional International Summer Festival, the Jazz Festival and the Druga Godba world music Ljubljana Card, Souvenirs festival also bear witness to the liveliness of this and Gifts city’s musical scene - along with many other events of classical or popular music in the atria, squares and streets of the Old Town. The Ljubljana Card opens the doors of the city for up to three days, by providing over 25 free of charge Theatre Goers... services, and free public transport throughout the city. ...Despite the language barrier, Ljubljana is an important centre for those who appreciate the Although the immediate thought would be that a dramatic arts. In addition to the professional theatres tourist card is a practical destination discovery tool Ljubljana is also home to numerous other theatre only for the leisure traveller, it can undoubtedly groups, such as the Glej Theatre, Betontanc, be of interest to meeting planners and conference Koreodrama, the Ljubljana Dance Theatre who, delegates, too, as it showcases an array of discounted with their modern theatrical language and specific services. Larger quantities can be arranged at approaches, reap great success at international discounted rates for conference delegates, if the order festivals and guest performances abroad. Thanks to is placed by the event organiser / main client. the fame of the Ljubljana Puppet Theatre the Unima International Puppeteering Festival was hosted in the For those wishing to take a little something of city several times. Ljubljana home with them, the TIC Ljubljana Shop offers an array of items reflecting the diversity of Fine Arts Fans... traditional craft and the quality of contemporary ...In addition to its two central galleries - the National Slovenian design. Some of the most authentic pieces Gallery, and the Museum of Modern Art, numerous are branded as Souvenir of Ljubljana. other galleries, exhibition areas and sales galleries round up the fine arts scene in Ljubljana. The most The shop’s most popular souvenirs include T-shirts, notable event in this sphere is the International caps, anoraks, umbrellas, cups and other items Biennial of Graphic Art, which will reach its from the Ljubljana Is a Beautiful City and Ljubljana 30th edition in 2013. with a Heart collections, souvenirs depicting the dragons adorning Ljubljana’s Dragon Bridge and the Going Alternative… characteristic Ljubljana frogs, and souvenir items from …Ljubljana is home to many young artists who the Breakfast with Plečnik collection, uniquely based expressing their creativity in several venues dotted on the oeuvre of Ljubljana’s famous architect Jože across the city. The main alternative centre, is the Plečnik. unique and eclectic with several galleries, ateliers and clubs,. Other alternative culture centres An assortment of practical items labelled with the staging steady programmes and initiatives are KUD “I FEEL SLOVENIA” brand is also on sale. France Prešeren, famous for its month-long Trnfest festival in August, ŠKUC Gallery, the legendary K4 music club, the Stara elektrarna Centre for Modern Meeting planners bringing an event to Ljubljana Performing Arts and the last arrival on the scene – are invited to consider selecting one of the the Kino Šiška Urban Culture Centre. Ljubljana- or Slovenia-branded souvenirs as give-aways for invited speakers / delegates. Shopping... Discounts are applicable for larger orders. ...Ljubljana has an array of department stores, shopping malls and boutiques that offer everything from major brands, to local fashion design, crystal or even salt. There are a number of galleries in the Old

85 Selected souvenirs of Ljubljana

86 More thanJust Dining Out Downtown As Restaurant €€€ Ljubljana provides a wide choice of restaurants and Čopova 5, (Knafljev prehod), Ljubljana inns serving exquisite meals, both in the downtown Phone: +386 (0)1 425 88 22 area and the city suburbs. Their cuisine can be www.gostilnaas.si defined as national, ethnic (from different countries of origin), specialised (seafood, grill…) or international. 9.00 - 01.00, daily The price range includes all budget categories, from Indoors 80 and 160 in the Lounge low to upmarket, the latter for fine dining or gourmet Seafood, international, slow food restaurants. Some restaurants that would be regarded Dvorni bar €€ as rather expensive for an à la carte meal, also offer Dvorni trg 2, D5 daily lunch menus at affordable prices. Phone: +386 (0)1 251 12 57 www.dvornibar.net The restaurants in Ljubljana give a full portrayal of the national cuisine, consisting of the culinary heritage Monday to Saturday 8.00 - 1.00, on one hand, and on the other, the search for modern Sundays and holidays 9.00-24.00 orientations and the striving to recreate specialities Wine bar with an array of Slovenian labels and tapas. from around the world with a tendency towards light, Figovec Inn €€ healthy food. Gosposvetska 1, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)1 426 50 00 A selection of restaurants and inns in Ljubljana, most www.figovec.si of which have facilities large enough to welcome Monday to Friday 9.00 - 24.00, Saturdays, Sundays groups, is presented below. They are divided by and public holidays 12.00 - 16.00 location criteria (central, city, surroundings), and by Indoors 72 / outdoors 130 price range (moderate, medium, upmarket). Major Slovenian, international credit cards are widely accepted. JB Restaurant €€€ Several restaurants are willing to open for larger Miklošičeva 17 – 19, Ljubljana group bookings outside their regular opening Phone +386 (0)1 433 13 58 schedule. As many are concentrated in the old town www.jb-slo.com area, at a short distance one from another, Ljubljana is Monday to Friday 12.00 - 23.00, Saturdays 18.00 - ideal for dine around dinners. 23.00, Sundays and public holidays closed Indoors 75 / outdoors 30 Slovenian (modernised), Mediterranean and French Data presented cuisine; slow food Price range (€ - moderate; €€ - medium; €€€ - upmarket) Manna Restaurant €€€ Opening time Eipprova 1, Ljubljana Seating capacity Phone: +386 (0)1 283 52 94 Cuisine, specialities www.kulinarika-manna.com Parking Monday to Friday 12.00 - 22.00, Saturdays 18.00- 23.00, Sundays and public holidays closed (can open on request for groups of at least 40 persons) Indoors 55 / outdoors 30 Slovenian (modernised), international; slow food

Maxim Restaurant €€€ Trg republike 1, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)1 476 68 90 www.maxi.si/maxim Monday to Friday 12.00 - 18.00, 19.00 - 23.00, Saturdays 12.00 - 16.00, Sundays and public holidays closed Indoors 100 / outdoors 30 International

Most Restaurant €€ Petkovškovo nabrežje 21, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)1 232 81 83 www.restavracija-most.si Monday to Saturday 11.00-23.00, Sunday 12.00-17.00 Indoors 40 / outdoors 60 Mediterranean, Slovenian (modernised)

87 Salon Restaurant

As Restaurant – separé Polna skleda free-flow, Mons Hotel

Smrekarjev hram Restaurant (GH Union) Pri Vodniku Restaurant 88 Gostilna Na gradu €€ / €€€ Valvas’or €€€ Grajska planota 1, Ljubljana Stari trg 7, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)8 205 19 30 Phone: +386 (0)1 425 04 55 www.nagradu.si www.valvasor.net Monday to Saturday 9.00 - 24.00, Sundays 9.00-18.00 Monday to Saturday 12.00-22.30, Sundays and public Modenrised Slovenian holidays closed Indoors 34 / outdoors 20 Pri Vitezu Restaurant €€ / €€€ Fine dining, modern international Breg 20, Ljubljana Phone : +386 (0)1 426 60 58 Monday to Saturday 12.00 - 23.00, Sundays and public City area holidays closed Indoors 80 / outdoors 30 Argentino €€ Mediterranean, modernised Slovenian Šmartinska 152, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)1 523 36 30 Pekorino Restaurant €€ www.argentino.si Nazorjeva 5, Ljubljana Monday to Thursday 8.00-23.00, Friday to Saturday Phone : +386 (0)8 205 56 30 8.00-24.00, Sundays and public holidays 10.00-17.00 www.pekorino.si Indoors 210 / outdoors 200 Monday to Saturday 10.00 - 23.00, Sundays and public Argentinean holidays 12.00-23.00 Mediterranean Cubo Restaurant €€ / €€€ Šmartinska 55, Ljubljana River House €€ Phone: +386 (0)1 521 15 15 Gallusovo nabrežje 31, Ljubljana www.cubo-ljubljana.com Phone: +386 (0)1 425 40 90 Monday to Saturday 11.00 - 22.00, Sundays and public www.riverhouse.si holidays closed Indoors 50 / outdoors 40 Indoors 130 Mondays to Saturdays 11.00-24.00, Mediterranean Sunday 10.00-24.00 Mediterranean Pod Rožnikom Inn €€ Cesta na Rožnik 18, Ljubljana Shambala €€ Phone: +386 (0)1 251 34 46 Križevniška ulica 12, www.gostilna-cad.si Phone: +386 031 843 833 Daily 11.00 – 23.00 www.shambala.si Indoors 220 / outdoors 220 Monday to Saturday 12.00-24.00, Sundays and public Grilled meats holidays closed. Fusion Asian Pr’ Noni Restaurant €€ / €€€ Cesta v Gorice 1, Ljubljana Šestica Inn €€ Phone: +386 (0)1 242 58 20 Slovenska 40, Ljubljana www.copia.si/nona Phone: +386 (0)1 242 08 55 Monday to Friday 7.00 - 22.00, Saturdays and public www.sestica.si holidays 12.00 - 22.00, Sundays 12.00 - 18.00 Monday to Friday 10.00-23.00, Saturdays 12.00 - Indoors 90 / outdoors 140 23.00, Sundays 12.00-17.00 Slovenian, Mediterranean (picnic barbecue for groups Indoors 170 / outdoors 180 in summer) Slovenian, international cuisine Sofra Restaurant €€ Špajza Restaurant €€ / €€€ Dunajska 145, Ljubljana Gornji trg 28, Ljubljana Phone: +386 (0)1 565 68 00 Phone: +386 (0)1 425 30 94 Monday to Friday 11.00 - 23.00, Saturdays 12.00-23.00, www.spajza-restaurant.si Sundays 12.00-16.00, public holidays closed Monday to Saturday 12.00 - 24.00, Sunday 12.00-22.00 Indoors 75 Indoors 60 / outdoors 60 Bosnian - Sarajevo cuisine Slovenian, Mediterranean, international

89 Movia wine bar & shop

Cubo Restaurant A traditional inn, Šestica

As Restaurant lounge Shambala Restaurant 90 Surroundings So going out for another drink after dinner or to beat the jet lag is not a problem. There are a lot of small Dvor Jezeršek €€ bars all throughout the city centre, and often they can Zgornji Brnik 63, 4207 Cerklje na Gorenjskem be hidden from direct views from the street. Those Phone: +386 (0)4 252 94 00 looking for more party atmosphere should spot out www.dvor-jezersek.si several bigger pubs and clubs in and outside the city Monday to Saturday 12.00-22.00 centre that can fit any musical preference. Indoors 80 / outdoors 30 / Extra banqueting facilities for up to 190 guests Slovenian, international

Pri Poku Restaurant €€-€€€ Catch a City Tour Podpeška 1-3, 1351 Brezovica (8 km from Ljubljana) Phone: +386 (0)1 365 74 10 Both conference delegates and accompanying persons appreciate having the chance to get to know www.pripoku.com better the congress host city or country, especially if Monday to Friday 12.00 - 22.00, Saturdays and visiting for a first time. Ljubljana and Slovenia provide Sundays closed (can open on request for groups) an exciting array of discovery options which range Indoors 120 from historical & cultural to natural sights, rounded up Slovenian (seasonal, modernised) by a multitude of outdoor and wellness activities. Due and international, slow food to its central location in the country, many attractions are close at hand - at a maximum of two hours’ drive €€ Spodnji Kirn Restaurant from the capital. Even Venice or Salzburg are not too Jezero 19, 1352 Preserje (15.km from Ljubljana) far, at 240 and 275 km respectively from Ljubljana. Phone: +386 (0)363 10 13 Wednesday to Sundays 12.00 - 22.00, Mondays and The Ljubljana Tourism is pleased to propose Tuesdays closed sightseeing tours with licensed local guides as a most Indoors 100 / outdoors 40 pleasant and informative way to discover and feel the Slovenian (venison, roasts, sausages, lamb..) spirit of the Slovenian capital. Following below is a sample of programmes one can Kuren Tourist Farm €-€€ experience in the frame of social programmes for Stara Vrhnika 97, 1360 Vrhnika (25 km from Ljubljana) accompanying persons or pre- and post conference Phone: +386 (0)41 350 670 tours, which offer diversity for every day. Weekdays by the prior agreement, Friday to Sunday Tours on request give visitors the opportunity to get 12.00-24.00 acquainted with the city’s different aspects and, apart Indoors 90 / outdoors 100 from the standard tour available in 17 languages, both Up in the hills, an ideal setting for an informal function groups and individuals can choose from a diverse with wood-oven baked specialities. range of sightseeing programmes. Some of these run according to a regular schedule (R), but can also be Pr’ Krač booked at a custom departure time, while others are Dolsko 191262 Dol pri Ljubljani (19 km from Ljubljana) available on request only (OR). Phone: +386 (0)1 563 82 60 The many options include: [email protected] • the standard city tour (R, OR) Weekdays by the prior agreement; Fridays and • the cycling tour of Ljubljana (OR) Saturdays 13:00-24:00, Sundays 13:00-20:00 • the boat tour along the Ljubljanica river Indoors 34 (1 hour - daytime, at night, special tours in December; R, OR) • the tourist train ride (R, OR) • a hot-air balloon flight over Ljubljana (OR) • the boat and walking tours of Ljubljana by night How About a Nightcap? (R, OR) • a number of special interest tours covering, Ljubljana has a number of cosy and original pubs, bars respectively: Ljubljana in Antiquity, Baroque and clubs that stay open until late at night. These are Ljubljana, Art Nouveau Ljubljana, the masterpieces a part of the evening atmosphere in the city whose by architect Plečnik (OR). inhabitants enjoy staying outdoors fairly late, filling the streets throughout the week in the Explore www.visitljubljana.com (link to Tours and warmer months. Excursions) for detailed information on programmes, seasonal schedules and prices. To beat the winter cold breezes, gas heaters are installed in front of the bars and it is fascinating A funicular to the Ljubljana Castle, one of the city to see the banks of the Ljubljanica River packed landmarks and a popular event venue, is since with people drinking mulled wine or mead a few years making the access to the “roof of at midnight in December. Ljubljana” even easier.

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A candle-lit walk to the Tivoli Mansion

One of the trendy downtown bars Busy downtown at nigh 92 a museum. In a cave just behind the castle are the Fall in Love with Slovenia remains of an even older structure - the first Predjama Castle to be built on this site, which was home of a Note: the quoted distances indicate the return trip renowned robber knight, Erazem Predjamski. Lake Bled - (half day, 110 km) Bled certainly is one of the trademarks of Slovenia’s Lipica Stud Farm - The Škocjan Caves - (full day, 200 km) tourism, and it also boasts the longest tradition in the hospitality industry in our country. Its development as In the middle of a green oasis and typical Karst sur- a resort destination was strongly marked by the Swiss roundings, interspersed with shady linden trees and physician Arnold Rikli who, in 1855, established an air-, oaks, lies the Lipica stud farm - the cradle of all solar- and thermal health spa in Bled. Lipizzaner horses in the world. The Austrian Archduke Nevertheless, the source of the town’s magnetic allure Karl, son of Emperor Ferdinand, founded the stud is still the deep blue lake with its picturesque island farm in 1580. True to its more than 400-year and breathtaking landscape, as well as the medieval tradition, the stud farm breeds full-blooded castle. Perched on a high cliff, it dominates the entire Lipizzaners for dressage, carriage rides and surrounding countryside on one side, and the lake on recreational riding. The regular programme of the other. The castle has an interesting museum dressage includes performances of trained Lipizzaner collection and a restaurant, and is also a function stallions, demonstrating traditional equestrian skills of venue. A “must” in Bled is to take a boat ride to the the Spanish Riding School. Not far from Lipica lies one island with an 18th century church. This beautiful of the world’s most beautiful underground canyons: alpine holiday resort also has thermal water and a golf the Škocjan Caves. These huge caves are traversed by course set in a stunning landscape. A host of outdoor a torrential underground river, which makes its way activities are available in the area. through huge underground caverns in a wonderful world of limestone formations. In 1987, the Škocjan Caves were added to the UNESCO list of the world’s Bled - Bohinj - (full day, 180 km) national and cultural heritage sites. The visit to Bled in the morning can is continued to the picturesque Bohinj, which is the largest natural lake in Slovenia. The surrounding mountain peaks are The Coastal region - Portorož and Piran (full day, 270 km) reflected in the lake’s limpid waters, and nature still Halfway from Ljubljana towards the coast, the Karst is very much unspoiled here. At the far end of the region starts showing its features. On a clear day, lake, a hiking path winds its way through the forest to a view on the Trieste bay opens while slowly the 60 m high Savica waterfall. It is also possible to descending towards the coast. visit the Alpine Herdsmen’s Museum in Stara Fužina Portorož, the “Port of Roses”, has been known as a and the Oplen House beneath Studor Hill. The Alpine health resort from as early as the mid-13th century, Herdsmen’s Museum is located in what used to be when the Benedictine monks from the Monastery of the village cheese manufactory, where all the original St Lawrence carried out preventive therapies for cheese-making equipment is preserved. In the various diseases by means of seawater, saline museum, the life and work of the alpine herdsmen and solutions, algae and salt mud. Today, it prides itself cheese-makers is depicted. The Oplen House is with elegant hotels, several of which offer very good a typical Bohinj homestead, where all the r ooms still meeting facilities, restaurants, thermal and wellness contain the original equipment and furniture, repre- programmes, sports centres, a marina and a casino, senting an interesting portrayal of the past way of life and a lively cultural and entertainment agenda. in Bohinj. Other sights worth visiting in the area are the Gothic church of St John the Baptist, as well as In terms of architecture, Piran is something of a Mt Vogel, which is easily accessible by cable car. From miniature extension of Venice, and is one of the three the altitude of about 1,600 m, a wonderful panorama historic towns of medieval origin on the coast (besides on the Julian Alps unfolds. Izola and Koper). The view from the town cathedral exhibits a wonderful harmony of slanted roofs, irregular angles, small terraces reaching out towards

The Postojna Caves - (half day, 120 km) the daylight, mansard roofs and characteristic chimneys, as well as little shady squares and secluded The Postojna Caves, listed among the largest cave gardens. systems in the world, are located only 50 km from Ljubljana. With its vast caverns and 27 kilometres of Not far from the coast, the beauties of Slovene Istria passageways and tunnels featuring amazing limestone with its picturesque villages deserve attention, too. formations, this unique sight attracts thousands of One among them is Hrastovlje, featuring the Holy visitors every year. The caves are easily accessible and Trinity church, which is decorated with narrative late a part of the sightseeing is by an electric train. The Gothic frescoes including a marvelously preserved underground cave waters offer shelter to a unique Danse Macabre. Many activities are available in the resident - the amphibian Proteus Anguinus or “human area. An idea can be to take a pleasant boat tour fish”. Not far from Postojna Caves, lies the Predjama along the coastline, rounded up by a good Castle - a Renaissance structure built into a cave in Mediterranean meal in one of the local restaurants a vertical cliff-face, which has been converted into or taverns.

93 Lipizzaner horses / Lipica Stud Farm

The historic town of Piran

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