surfing

Mercy: Piran, Slovenia; 2007

Surf in the Adriatic is a very fickle thing indeed. What is required is a major weather system to drill around at the entrance of the Adriatic around Albania to send anything resembling swell up into the northern reaches. Last stop of any swell in the Adriatic is the shoreline of Slovenia. There is only around 25 kilometres of coastline here, so a nationwide spot check in the morning is not out of the question. Don't bother checking unless the mother of all storms has been stirring the pot for a few days becasue it is very rare to have swell pushing this far inland. To put it in perspective, if you catch a wave here you are around 2000 kilometres from the nearest ocean - cool huh? Try the points to the east of Piran when it all comes together.

what to pack

Pupils info: Some folded scarves, 20 December 2005

Going in winter will require appropriate clothing. You can also pack an electric blanket to keep you warm during nights. In the summer, it can be scorching hot all over Slovenia, so take plenty of sunscreen and beach clothing & sandals. Try to choose classics, and items that you can mix and match. Have at least one set of nicer clothing for more formal occasions.

A small backpack makes a good carryon bag and will be useful in daily life. Women: remember to take a good flat pair of shoe's.... And for everybody: pair of comfortable walking shoes will be great for sightseeing. 

Definitely take along some bug repellent spray!

The story with the medicines is pretty much the same as in all European countries. Better take your medicines with you, though you will still be able to by them on the spot. Just keep in mind that the brands can be unfamiliar and cost more