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UPCOMING FESTIVALS JUNE 2012
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
24
Fireworks
25 26 27 28 29 30
International Sand Sculpture Festival
International Sand Sculpture Festival
International Sand Sculpture Festival
International Sand Sculpture Festival
Aria di Festa
Aria di Festa
UPCOMING FESTIVALS JULY 2012
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
Vintage
Automobile
Roadshow
2 3 4 5 6 7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14
Festa del
Redentore
15 Fireworks
Festa del
Redentore
16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31
International Sand Sculpture Festival
International Sand Sculpture Festival
Bled Days amp Bled Night
Bled Days
Umbria Jazz Festival
Umbria Jazz Festival
FESTIVALS ARIA DI FESTA
The most famous event in San Daniele is its annual prosciutto festival Every year in June visitors from all corners of the world come to
this town to tour around its numerous prosciutto factories It is in these factories that they can admire thousands and thousands of legs of ham and to search for and taste the
best among them The prosciutto festival runs for four days The whole town of San Daniele turns into a giant canteen with long tables and seats in every piazza It is recommended that the best way to enjoy this festival is to get your prosciutto grissino (a long slender crusty breadstick)
from the dozens of counters and then sit and eat all day or all evening
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS SCULTURE DI SABBIA
Each year the city of Jesolo hosts an International Sand Sculpture
contest The annual contest has a different theme each year and this
yearrsquos theme is Venice and the splendours of the Most Serene
Republic
This yearrsquos festival runs from June 7 ndash July 14 directly in front of Piazza
Brescia on the beach euro2 per person Children under 1m are free
httpjdombstravelscomsculture-di-sabbia
FESTIVALS VERONA OPERA FESTIVAL
In the most famous open theater in the world the magic of the opera returns Friday June 22nd kicks off the opera season in the Verona Arena Donrsquot miss great classics such as Aida by Giuseppe Verdi Carmen by Georges Bizet Charles Gounodrsquos Romeo and Juliette and Turandot and Tosca by Giacomo Puccini to which will be added the new production of Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The 90th Opera Festival of the
Verona Area Foundation will take
place until September 2nd offering
6 titles for a total of 50
performances which will showcase
the talent of the biggest names in
the opera world Tickets and
schedule
httpjdombstravelscomverona-
opera-festival
FESTIVALS BIBIONE FIREWORKS
Fireworks display at the beachfront
opposite Piazzale Zenith beginning at 11pm on June 24th
and July 15th
In case of inclement weather the display will take place the following
day
FESTIVALS VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE ROAD SHOW
Vintage cars and Vespas will take to the streets on July 1st in
Bibione
See the vintage automobiles at Viale Aurora beginning at
230pm A parade through the central streets of Bibione Beach Lido del Sole and
Bibione Pineda begins at 6pm
httpwwwlatisanaveicolistoriciit
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
UPCOMING FESTIVALS JULY 2012
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
Vintage
Automobile
Roadshow
2 3 4 5 6 7
8
9 10 11 12 13 14
Festa del
Redentore
15 Fireworks
Festa del
Redentore
16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31
International Sand Sculpture Festival
International Sand Sculpture Festival
Bled Days amp Bled Night
Bled Days
Umbria Jazz Festival
Umbria Jazz Festival
FESTIVALS ARIA DI FESTA
The most famous event in San Daniele is its annual prosciutto festival Every year in June visitors from all corners of the world come to
this town to tour around its numerous prosciutto factories It is in these factories that they can admire thousands and thousands of legs of ham and to search for and taste the
best among them The prosciutto festival runs for four days The whole town of San Daniele turns into a giant canteen with long tables and seats in every piazza It is recommended that the best way to enjoy this festival is to get your prosciutto grissino (a long slender crusty breadstick)
from the dozens of counters and then sit and eat all day or all evening
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS SCULTURE DI SABBIA
Each year the city of Jesolo hosts an International Sand Sculpture
contest The annual contest has a different theme each year and this
yearrsquos theme is Venice and the splendours of the Most Serene
Republic
This yearrsquos festival runs from June 7 ndash July 14 directly in front of Piazza
Brescia on the beach euro2 per person Children under 1m are free
httpjdombstravelscomsculture-di-sabbia
FESTIVALS VERONA OPERA FESTIVAL
In the most famous open theater in the world the magic of the opera returns Friday June 22nd kicks off the opera season in the Verona Arena Donrsquot miss great classics such as Aida by Giuseppe Verdi Carmen by Georges Bizet Charles Gounodrsquos Romeo and Juliette and Turandot and Tosca by Giacomo Puccini to which will be added the new production of Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The 90th Opera Festival of the
Verona Area Foundation will take
place until September 2nd offering
6 titles for a total of 50
performances which will showcase
the talent of the biggest names in
the opera world Tickets and
schedule
httpjdombstravelscomverona-
opera-festival
FESTIVALS BIBIONE FIREWORKS
Fireworks display at the beachfront
opposite Piazzale Zenith beginning at 11pm on June 24th
and July 15th
In case of inclement weather the display will take place the following
day
FESTIVALS VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE ROAD SHOW
Vintage cars and Vespas will take to the streets on July 1st in
Bibione
See the vintage automobiles at Viale Aurora beginning at
230pm A parade through the central streets of Bibione Beach Lido del Sole and
Bibione Pineda begins at 6pm
httpwwwlatisanaveicolistoriciit
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS ARIA DI FESTA
The most famous event in San Daniele is its annual prosciutto festival Every year in June visitors from all corners of the world come to
this town to tour around its numerous prosciutto factories It is in these factories that they can admire thousands and thousands of legs of ham and to search for and taste the
best among them The prosciutto festival runs for four days The whole town of San Daniele turns into a giant canteen with long tables and seats in every piazza It is recommended that the best way to enjoy this festival is to get your prosciutto grissino (a long slender crusty breadstick)
from the dozens of counters and then sit and eat all day or all evening
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS SCULTURE DI SABBIA
Each year the city of Jesolo hosts an International Sand Sculpture
contest The annual contest has a different theme each year and this
yearrsquos theme is Venice and the splendours of the Most Serene
Republic
This yearrsquos festival runs from June 7 ndash July 14 directly in front of Piazza
Brescia on the beach euro2 per person Children under 1m are free
httpjdombstravelscomsculture-di-sabbia
FESTIVALS VERONA OPERA FESTIVAL
In the most famous open theater in the world the magic of the opera returns Friday June 22nd kicks off the opera season in the Verona Arena Donrsquot miss great classics such as Aida by Giuseppe Verdi Carmen by Georges Bizet Charles Gounodrsquos Romeo and Juliette and Turandot and Tosca by Giacomo Puccini to which will be added the new production of Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The 90th Opera Festival of the
Verona Area Foundation will take
place until September 2nd offering
6 titles for a total of 50
performances which will showcase
the talent of the biggest names in
the opera world Tickets and
schedule
httpjdombstravelscomverona-
opera-festival
FESTIVALS BIBIONE FIREWORKS
Fireworks display at the beachfront
opposite Piazzale Zenith beginning at 11pm on June 24th
and July 15th
In case of inclement weather the display will take place the following
day
FESTIVALS VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE ROAD SHOW
Vintage cars and Vespas will take to the streets on July 1st in
Bibione
See the vintage automobiles at Viale Aurora beginning at
230pm A parade through the central streets of Bibione Beach Lido del Sole and
Bibione Pineda begins at 6pm
httpwwwlatisanaveicolistoriciit
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS SCULTURE DI SABBIA
Each year the city of Jesolo hosts an International Sand Sculpture
contest The annual contest has a different theme each year and this
yearrsquos theme is Venice and the splendours of the Most Serene
Republic
This yearrsquos festival runs from June 7 ndash July 14 directly in front of Piazza
Brescia on the beach euro2 per person Children under 1m are free
httpjdombstravelscomsculture-di-sabbia
FESTIVALS VERONA OPERA FESTIVAL
In the most famous open theater in the world the magic of the opera returns Friday June 22nd kicks off the opera season in the Verona Arena Donrsquot miss great classics such as Aida by Giuseppe Verdi Carmen by Georges Bizet Charles Gounodrsquos Romeo and Juliette and Turandot and Tosca by Giacomo Puccini to which will be added the new production of Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The 90th Opera Festival of the
Verona Area Foundation will take
place until September 2nd offering
6 titles for a total of 50
performances which will showcase
the talent of the biggest names in
the opera world Tickets and
schedule
httpjdombstravelscomverona-
opera-festival
FESTIVALS BIBIONE FIREWORKS
Fireworks display at the beachfront
opposite Piazzale Zenith beginning at 11pm on June 24th
and July 15th
In case of inclement weather the display will take place the following
day
FESTIVALS VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE ROAD SHOW
Vintage cars and Vespas will take to the streets on July 1st in
Bibione
See the vintage automobiles at Viale Aurora beginning at
230pm A parade through the central streets of Bibione Beach Lido del Sole and
Bibione Pineda begins at 6pm
httpwwwlatisanaveicolistoriciit
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS VERONA OPERA FESTIVAL
In the most famous open theater in the world the magic of the opera returns Friday June 22nd kicks off the opera season in the Verona Arena Donrsquot miss great classics such as Aida by Giuseppe Verdi Carmen by Georges Bizet Charles Gounodrsquos Romeo and Juliette and Turandot and Tosca by Giacomo Puccini to which will be added the new production of Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The 90th Opera Festival of the
Verona Area Foundation will take
place until September 2nd offering
6 titles for a total of 50
performances which will showcase
the talent of the biggest names in
the opera world Tickets and
schedule
httpjdombstravelscomverona-
opera-festival
FESTIVALS BIBIONE FIREWORKS
Fireworks display at the beachfront
opposite Piazzale Zenith beginning at 11pm on June 24th
and July 15th
In case of inclement weather the display will take place the following
day
FESTIVALS VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE ROAD SHOW
Vintage cars and Vespas will take to the streets on July 1st in
Bibione
See the vintage automobiles at Viale Aurora beginning at
230pm A parade through the central streets of Bibione Beach Lido del Sole and
Bibione Pineda begins at 6pm
httpwwwlatisanaveicolistoriciit
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS BIBIONE FIREWORKS
Fireworks display at the beachfront
opposite Piazzale Zenith beginning at 11pm on June 24th
and July 15th
In case of inclement weather the display will take place the following
day
FESTIVALS VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE ROAD SHOW
Vintage cars and Vespas will take to the streets on July 1st in
Bibione
See the vintage automobiles at Viale Aurora beginning at
230pm A parade through the central streets of Bibione Beach Lido del Sole and
Bibione Pineda begins at 6pm
httpwwwlatisanaveicolistoriciit
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS VINTAGE AUTOMOBILE ROAD SHOW
Vintage cars and Vespas will take to the streets on July 1st in
Bibione
See the vintage automobiles at Viale Aurora beginning at
230pm A parade through the central streets of Bibione Beach Lido del Sole and
Bibione Pineda begins at 6pm
httpwwwlatisanaveicolistoriciit
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS UMBRIA JAZZ
Are you a jazz lover From early
afternoon you can enjoy free
concerts while relaxing with a
beer and something to eat in
the gardens at the end of Corso
Vannucci which look out across
the plain towards Assisi
In the new Arena which sits
against a background
dominated by the Convent of
Santa Giuliana you can hear
the Festivalrsquos major groups
perform
However the spirit of Umbria Jazz doesnrsquot stop here The concerts and jam sessions go on until
dawn all around Perugia
If you are lucky you might arrive when a gospel choir is performing in the Cathedral or in the
square in front of it next to Perugiarsquos famous thirteenth-century fountain Each year Umbria Jazz
features gospel choirs from Chicago and New Orleans a homage to the profoundly religious
identity of Umbria
2012 Program and Tickets
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS FESTA DEL REDENTORE
The festival is the third Saturday and Sunday of every
July For this weekend only each year a bridge of barges
is built connecting Giudecca to the rest of Venice On Saturday
evening at 7pm the 333m-long bridge called the Ponte
Votivo (votive bridge) is opened and there is a special
religious ceremony at the Il Redentore Beginning at 1130pm a 45 minute
firework display is lit over the Il Redentore and the lagoon which is filled with boats decorated with lights and
garlands httpjdombstravelscomfesta-del-redentore
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS BLED DAYS amp BLED NIGHT
The most famous of Bledacutes events is the Bled Days This
happens on the 4th weekend of July each year It is a beautiful sight with floating lights on the lake and fireworks to set the
scene as well as the Home and Art Craft Fair and various
concerts on the Bled promenade to enjoy
2012 Program of Events
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FESTIVALS GARLIC FESTIVAL
The Fiera dellrsquoAglio di Voghiera or Garlic Festival is held every August when the yearrsquos crop is harvested Set at the Castello del Belriguardo fair goers can sample garlic gelato (yes I tried it) garlic bread typical Ferrarese raviolis with cheese and garlic and grilled meats with garlic
of course
This yearrsquos festival takes place August 3 ndash 5 Free entry
httpjdombstravelscomfiera-dellaglio-di-voghiera
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
ITALY
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
CASERA CASAVENTO
On the morning of September 30 1994
a group of students visiting the Parco
Naturale Regionale delle Dolomiti
Friulane discovered by chance the first
fossil footprints of the ldquoDinosaur of the
Parkrdquo They were imprinted on a
Dolomitic boulder dating back to the
Triassic period that is more than 200
million years ago
Pack a picnic and hike to the waterfall
and dinosaur footprints Download the
trekking guide for the Parco Naturale
Regionale delle Doloniti Friulane
httpjdombstravelscomdinosaur-footprints-in-casera-casavento
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
LESSINIA NATURE PARK
A drive up the steep slopes of the pre-Alps will bring
you to SantrsquoAnna drsquoAlfaedo where the Museo
Paleontoglogico e Preistorio will help you to discover
how 50 million years ago this area was covered a big
sea rich in many fish and plants
Nearby is the Ponte di Veja the largest natural bridge
in Europe at 50 meters high
Stop by the Trattoria Ponte di Veja after exploring
the bridge and surrounding area The menu
includes several specialties with tartufo nero (black
truffles) from the park
Visit the nearby village of Molina and its Parco delle
Cascate (waterfalls park) where you can swing right
Highlights bullPonte di Veja
bullMuseo Paleontoglogico e Preistorio
bullParco delle Cascate
httpjdombstravelscomlessinia-regional-nature-park
into a waterfall or zip
across one
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
LAGO MAGGIORE
Isola Madre the largest of the three islands is home to an English style botanical garden where peacocks game fowl exotic birds funky chickens and other avian strut flit and roost freely amid the gardens The botanical gardens themselves are renowned for the collection of camellias and rhododendrons
The Borromeo family home is open to visitors on Isola Bella to marvel as its sumptuous extravagances Of particular interest is the grotto with its intricate stuccoes and mosaics
On Isola Pescatori yoursquoll find shops selling ceramics local candies spices and dried pasta The traditional occupation of fishing still exists and there are a number of restaurants serving the daily fresh catch such as lake trout
Highlights bullIsola Madre
bullIsola Bella
bullIsola Pescatore
httpjdombstravelscomthe-borromean-islands-where-nature-and-art-meet
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
STADA DEL VINO FRIULI
The green and sunny hillside of Collio is famous for the production of Pinot Grigio Tocai Friulano Ribolla Gialla and Collio Bianco Established approximately 40 years ago Colliorsquos ldquowine and cherry roadrdquo was the very first Italian wine road The road snakes its way among the vineyards passing through the little towns of San Floriano Capriva del Friuli Cormons and Dolegna del Collio
Pick up a Guida ai del Vini at many wine shops or at Emisfero for euro10 Wineries of the Fruili area are all listed with hours and notable wines
Or download the Wine Traveller iPhone app for over 1400 of Italyrsquos best wineries with hours location and notable wines
Highlights bullWine Guide
bullWine Traveller App
bullCollio
httpjdombstravelscomla-strada-del-vino-friuli-the-friuli-wine-road
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
FERRARA
Ferrara is still surrounded by more than 9
kilometers of ancient walls mainly built in the
15th and 16th centuries Together with those
of Lucca they are the best preserved
Renaissance walls in Italy Today you can walk
or even take a bicycle ride along the top of the
walls
The most iconic building of the town is the
imponent Castello Estense which is situated in
the very center of the city Surrounded by a
moat it has three entrances with drawbridges
and dungeons
Highlights bullAncient Walls
bullCastello Estense
httpjdombstravelscomferrara-italy
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
MODENA
Modena is well known in culinary circles for its
production of balsamic vinegar and also for its
Military Academy Italys Westpoint which is
housed in the Ducal Palace
Visit Acetaia di Giorgio to see how traditional
balsamic is made and have a tasting
Nearby is the Ferrari Museum which houses
cars and trophies You can test drive a Ferrari
with Motor Stars Driving Experience located just
outside the museum beginning at euro100
Highlights bullModena
bullAcetaia di Giorgio
bullGalleria Ferrari
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
BEACHES
Caorle is the closest and most picturesque beach with a stretch of sand running from the seaside church
Jesolo is the most family friendly beach with a plethora of activities like Aqualandia mini golf Sea Life Aqaurium and long stretches of sandy beach
Plutorsquos Beach There are two hundred places available all with beach umbrella deckchair and sun lounger with lead holder for your dog too as well as poop bags bowl and running water
Highlights bullCaorle
bullJesolo
bullPlutorsquos Beach (Bibione)
httpjdombstravelscomseaside-in-caorle
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
SLOVENIA
LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
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Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
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3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
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LAKE BLED
Visit the Iglica Waterfall located 4km southwest of Bled in the caves of Iglica near the village of Bohinjska Bela If you go up the stairs you have a beautiful view over the whole area
Also in the village Babji Zob (Hags Tooth) Caves includes rare helictites (calcium deposits) and a tooth-shaped pillar atop a 1128m peak Three-hour tours take place Wednesdays Saturdays and Sundays in the summer Meet at Bohinjska Bela 34
Be sure to take a pletna (wooden row boat) over to Bled Island Pletnas cost euro12 per person round trip and the rowers will typically wait to get a minimum of ten people on the boat before departing The entire trip takes 90 minutes including 60 minutes of rowing and 30 minutes on the island The pletnas depart from various locations around the lake
Highlights bullBled Castle
bullPletna
bullBled Island
bullIglica Waterfall
bullHagrsquos Tooth Caves
bullPanorama Restaurant
bullLectar Inn Museum
httpjdombstravelscomlake-bled-slovenia
Also visit the Lectar Inn
Museum which makes
traditional Slovene
gingerbread
One other treat to try is
the Kremsnita (cream
cake)
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
SOCA RIVER
Yoursquoll find an excellent museum in Kobarid reflecting
the regions importance as one of the main fronts
during WW1 (graphically described by Ernest
Hemingway in A Farewell to Arms )
Access the source from the lodge Koča pri Izviru Soče
along a protected path It is one of the most beautiful
springs in the Alps Around the source grow beautiful
mountain flowers and you can also find Trentarski
rjavček (Trenta Brown) and Mountain Apollo
butterflies
In winter time the main attraction is the Kanin ndash Canin ski center but arround Bovec there are pistes for cross country skiing and different sports agencies can take you on snow-shoe trips and sledding From spring time to autumn there are several biking hiking and mountaineering trails to be explored horseback trips to be taken golf games to be played and a wide array of different white-water sports on the Soča river to choose from
Highlights bullKobarid
bullBovec
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
PIRAN
Visit the beautiful buildings around Piran starting
with the main square Tartinijev Trg In summer you
can glimpse the monks chanting and singing at the
Minorite Convent St Georgersquos Church has a bell
tower modeled after the St Markrsquos Campanile in
Venice
After climb the city walls for views over the entire
peninsula
Visit the Tourist Information Office in Tartinijev Trg to
pick up hiking maps of the entire area
Rocky beaches run between Piran and Fiesa These
beaches are dog friendly
Highlights bullTartinijev Trg
bullMinorite Convent
bullSt Georgersquos Church
bullCity Walls
bullBeaches
bullHiking
httpjdombstravelscompiran-slovenia
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
PORTOROZ AND STRUJAN
Portorož is a modern tourist resort with numerous hotels its own marina airport casino congress and wellness centers and excellent culinary offerings of the region
Sample the unique salt of the salt pans of Strujan in chocolate sprinkled with salt flower or one of the specially created desserts from Cafe Central in Portorož
The Strunjan Tunnel path (8km) transports you from the bustle of Portorož to salt pans of Strunjan via the tunnel of the former narrow-gauge Trst-Poreč railway line The tunnel built between 1900 ndash 1902 is 544 meters long and is the longest of the railway line It is no longer used as a railway today it is a popular bike and footpath known as the Route of Health and Friendship
Highlights bullPortoroz
bullStrujan
bullSalt Flower
httpjdombstravelscomportoroz-and-strunjan-slovenia
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
LJUBLJANA
The castle dominates the hill above Ljubljana and is reached by an all glass funicular which is included in the entry ticket for the castle
Prešeren Square is the main square and concerts are often held here throughout the summer
A daily market is held at Vodnik Square below the castle with everything from handcrafted wooden toys to produce to clothing
Visit Ljubljanarsquos famous Dragon and Triple Bridges and consider a cruise down the river to admire the beautiful buildings along it
Be sure to stop at Cacao on Petkovškovo Nabrežje famous for their desserts The menu features no less than 50 ice-cream concoctions and ice-cream based cocktails
Highlights bullLjubljana Castle
bullDragon Bridge
bullTriple Bridge
bullPrešeren Square
bullSt Nicholasrsquo Cathedral
bullVodnik Square
httpjdombstravelscomljubljana-slovenia
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
SPECIAL OFFERS FROM OUR SPONSORS
Principi di Porcia Tasting
and Tour
Tour the Principi di Porcia farm in Azzano
Decimo with wine tasting Have time to
shop at their brand new shop for top
quality wine and local products
euro10 per person
Cook in Venice Cooking
Class
3 hour cooking course at my home in Prata
di Pordenone The chefs from Cook in
Venice will teach you how to make
tagliatelle chicken Burano style with
potatoes amp tiramisu Enjoy your meal with
wine after as Monica gives you insider tips
to visiting Venice
euro65 per person
Wine tasting tour and cooking less must be arranged through Jdombrsquos Travels
