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Introducing Slovakia

Slov-what-ia? Aren’t they at war? Ok, so wee, peaceful Slovakia isn’t among the most-touted destinations. Big mistake. Here, you can climb alpine peaks in East Slovakia like the High Tatras, explore a clifftop castle in Trenčín, ski in Malá Fatra National Park and sit in as many old-town cafés as your rear can stand in Bratislava. Having emerged from its frumpy, communist-era chrysalis in time to welcome a horde of low-cost carrier junkies, the increasing numbers of flights and EU membership have pushed costs up in the capital. Outside the city and you’ll find traditional villages, terrific trails and prices a fraction of those in Western Europe.

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Last updated: Jun 3, 2010

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    RE: 2 1/2 weeks in France

    by Nice_But__ 27 May 2012

    I am a teacher, I have worked in China, UK, Slovakia, Spain, Australia, Korea, NZ., in primary and secondary schools, universities and…
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    RE: Eurovision semifinals...

    by Ria 26 May 2012

    Netherlands wasn't bad, nor was Slovenia. Love Slovakia. Why on earth is Sweden a fav? Dreadful song...
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    by travellinglefty 26 May 2012

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