Just recently, the search for the flattering Supermodel of Slovenia with a grand prize of $250,000 has begun. This autumn, POP TV will be presenting a one of a kind fashion show featuring the different Slovenian Supermodels who have joined the competition. This prestigious even as well as reality show which feature how a lot of women struggle and compete with each other to grab the chance of entering Slovenia’s modeling industry.

During the entire show, the audience will be able to witness the contestants as they participate in a lot of photo shootings, catwalks as well as other challenges related to fashion. The contestants are expected to show that they can cope and meet up with the high standards the fashion industry expects of them in order to win the title of Slovenia’s Supermodel.

Gorenje, Slovenia’s largest household appliances manufacturer is planning to sell a new share worth 50.2 million Euros of $67.5 million which increases their share capital to 26.9 percent. Each new share will be sold for 13.31 Euros each compared to the closing price last Friday of 14.72 Euros. The company stated that their shares which are worth 30 million Euros will be offered to the International Finance Corp (IFC), a part of the World Bank. The remaining shares will be offered primarily to the existing share holders then later will be offered to other interested investors.

The company as well shared that the purpose of selling new shares is for the expenses needed for takeovers, restricting as well as the development of new products. This May 28, the share increase needs to be approved by the shareholders. The IFC also stated that they will provide 50 million worth of loans for Gorenje as well as will raise another loan still for Gorenje worth 100 million Euros in syndication.

Last March, Gorenje reported 12.2 million Euros worth of group net loss which is their first full year loss since being listed in the year 1998. It was a great contradiction to their profit in 2008 amounting to 10.2 million. Gorenje which is Slovenia’s second largest exporter that sells 90% of their production worldwide was badly affected with the global crisis because of the low global demand.

Postojna Cave located in Slovenia is one of the most popular and most beautiful subterranean caves in the world. It has a length of about 22 kilometers of stalagmite and stalactite passages, galleries and chambers. The cave’s shape was formed over the course of millennia. Visitors are travelled around the cave via the cave train which is unique around the world.

Just recently, this cave has been recognized as a good place for team building adventures. There are a lot of underground activities you can do within the cave such as cave trekking, treasure hunts, problem solving and a lot more. You just need a carbide lamp plus caving equipment. You can also choose from serious as well as demanding team building programs.

The cave team building is the only unique type of team building activity in the world. The team building activities are organized by experienced analysts which includes solving of physical as well as logical problems. The activities aim to encourage teamwork, increase group motivation as well as learn about reactions in unforeseen situations.

This team building can be used by companies as well as conference guests who like to motivate plus reward their colleagues or partners at the same time. Plus, this will improve the working atmosphere in a company and a good way to spend quality time outside the work area.

Soca Valley, one of the most visited places of Slovenia is situated in the eastern part of the famous Julian Alps in northwest Slovenia. It is famous for its bountiful waterfalls, pools, canyons, flora as well as fauna. It covers the municipalities namely Bovec, Kobarid and Tolmin with a land area of 942 kilometers squared.

Triglav National Park, the only Slovenian park plus the oldest park within Europe can be located in the heart of Soca Valley. It was named as Triglav after the highest peak within Slovenia. Another reason behind its fame is it contains a botanical garden which is the first alpine botanical garden within Slovenia. It is the home of the legendary Goldhorn, a supernatural white chamois with golden horns, which is said to have the power to re-establish its strength in nature. Plus, the valley holds a indisputable and varied well-preserved landscape which is great for walking, hiking, and bicycling anytime of the year, plus it features a skiing facility. Furthermore, one of Soca Valley’s most popular spot is the Soca River which is said to have an emerald – like water with wonderful streams, waterfalls and lush meadows. Soca Valley also offers water sports within the Soca River suitable for fishing as well as water rafting. Tourists can also opt to go skydiving, gliding, mountain biking, ski touring, climbing, potholing, golfing and a lot more. Visitors shouldn’t also miss the valley’s local culinary specialties like compe and cottage cheese, frika, poštóklja and prepared Soca trout. Within the area, craftsmen also sell locally made products made from wool, wax and Soca river pebbles.

With the fun, excitement and experience Soca Valley can offer to their visitors, surely it is one of the best places to be visited when in Slovenia. It has unlimited opportunities for adventure, peace as well as relaxation for families, friends, lovers, and athletes. Tour guides are also available upon request to aid the visitors to understand more the valley’s nature, history and people and to ensure that visitors experience will be memorable.

For Sixth Annual “Places Rated” Destination done by The National Geographic traveler together with the National Geographic Society’s Center for Sustainable Destinations, Slovenia was ranked as the 5^th top world destination with 78 points. This honor given to deserving countries were based from a survey of the world’s most sought out travel destinations and magnificent tourism the country has to offer. Though one of the smallest countries in Europe, it never stopped Slovenia from getting the award. Here are the top 5 places in Slovenia which brought about its success as the 5^th top world destination.

1. Lake Bled

Lake Bled, a popular tourist attraction, is a glacial lake in northwestern Slovenia located in the Julian Alps. Its attractions include Bled Castle, Bled Island, churches, a variety of outdoor activities and natural sights, and more. Lake Bled itself is not large for an individual can possibly to walk around the perimeter of the lake in about three hours. Lake Bled has a breathtaking environment which happens to be surrounded by mountains and forest.

2. Soca Valley

Soca Valley is a hiking, kayaking, whitewater rafting, and fly-fishing haven for it is dominated by Europe’s most beautiful river, the Soca River. It is a 140 kilometer long river that runs from the western part of Slovenia to the northeastern part of Italy. The valley is full of wonderful colors, with pools, waterfalls, ravines and canyons. The emerald-colored water makes it know to be a “fairytale valley”. In the upper region of the Soca Valley, tourist could visit Bovec, town which offers world class adventure sports.

3. Julian Alps

If you’re an athlete who loves mountain biking, mountain hiking, or Nordic walking, you opt to go to Julian Alps. Julian Alps, carved with white limestone, is the highest mountain range in Slovenia which can be reached from three different directions, Dolina Sedmerih Jezer, Voje valley, or. Pokljuka. Its highest peak is Mount Triglav where the Triglav National Park protects the area. While traversing the Julian Alps, you can see the soaring peaks, rivers with clear water, thick forest, deep valleys, with meadows filled with flowers, and breathtaking waterfalls.

4. National Gallery (Narodna galerija)

The National Gallery of Slovenia is the main art museum which contains a lot of large visual collections. The building where the National Gallery can be located was constructed in 1896. It was also served as the city’s center for performances by numerous national societies because of its 160-seating capacity plus its basement contains a gymnasium. From 1918 upto the present time, the National Gallery has been the home of Slovenia art collections from the Middles ages upto the 20^th century. It is open from 10:00 – 18:00 Mondays, and admission is free on Saturdays after 14:00 and is closed during Holidays.

5. Saint Nicholas Church

Saint Nicholas Church located in Ljubljana, Slovenia was consecrated in 1707, 6 years after the construction of the building was started. The church was fashioned and dedicated to St. Nicholas by the boatmen and fishermen of Ljubljana. The interiors of the church are not remarkably huge however beautiful for it contains a lot of frescoes line which line the archways, with a vaulted ceiling above the altar. It has been a well-known tourist attraction for the ambiance within the church depicts 1,250 years of Christianity in Slovenia which brings excitement and amazement to its visitors.