Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
The website of the
Slovenian Queer Resources Directory
(
www.ljudmila.org/siqrd
)
contains a lot of stuff, both serious and recreational, but is in Slovene only. Much more up
to date and reliable for entertainment venues and parties is the
Slovenia for Gay Travel-
ers
(
www.sloveniaforgaytravelers.com
)
website.
Out in Slovenia
(
www.outinslovenija.com
)
, the first sports and recreational group for gays and lesbians in
Slovenia, is where to go for the latest on outdoor activities and events.
Narobe
(Upside
Down;
www.narobe.si
)
, a monthly publication, is in Slovene only, though you might be
able to at least glean from the listings.
It's not a helpline as such but for advice ring
Mavrična Svetovalnica
(Rainbow Coun-
selling; 031 258 685; 6-8pm Mon, Wed & Fri).
Insurance
A travel insurance policy to cover theft, loss and medical problems is a good idea. There
is a wide variety of policies available, so check the small print. EU citizens on public
health insurance schemes should note that they're generally covered by reciprocal ar-
rangements in Slovenia.
Some insurance policies specifically exclude 'dangerous activities', which can include
motorcycling and even trekking, so check the small print.
You may prefer a policy that pays doctors or hospitals directly rather than you having to
pay on the spot and claim later. If you have to claim later, make sure you keep all docu-
mentation. Some policies ask you to call back (reverse charges) to a centre in your home
country, where an immediate assessment of your problem can be made. Check that the
policy covers ambulances or an emergency flight home.
Paying for your airline ticket with a credit card often provides limited travel accident
insurance, and you may be able to reclaim the payment if the operator doesn't deliver. Ask
your credit-card company what it will cover.
Internet Access
Virtually every hotel and hostel in the land now has internet access - a computer for
guests' use (free or for a small fee), wi-fi or both. Most of the country's tourist informa-
tion centres offer free (or very cheap) access, many libraries in Slovenia have free termin-
als, and most cities and towns have at least one internet cafe (though they usually only
have a handful of terminals), or even free wi-fi in town squares.
