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'''Slovenia''' is a country in '''Central Europe''' according to wikipedia, alternatively part of [[Southern Europe]]. It is a member state of the [[European Union]] as well as the [[Schengen Agreement]]. Hitchhiking used to be more common here in the past, but it is still very doable and safe. Drivers are happy to see a hitchhiker and will tell you stories, how normal it used to be, about hitchhiking when they were young. People in Slovenia mostly usually speak English well (< 60 yrsat least the basics), but German and Italian(on the cost) can also come in handy.
Hitchiking close to highways will take you far and fast, but if you have enough time, use it to hitchhike on the small roads. Slovenia can offer you a lot to see on its small territory. Geographic landscapes change fast and you can get from the foot of the Alps to the Adriatic sea in about 3h ride, or to Pannonian basin in 5h.
== International airports ==
*[[Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport]] - locals call it by its old name '''Brnik'''
*[[Maribor Edvard Rusjan Airport]]
*[[Portorož Airport]]
== Border Crossings ==
Since Slovenia is a part of Schengen, borders with Austria, Hungary and Italy are not a problem. Usually you just pass them without stopping, but sometimes the police would stop the vehicles and ask for documents (ID is enough for EU citizens). It is more strict on the Croatian border, because Cro is not a part of Schengen yet. Now letYou'll usually get stuck in the line of cars, waiting time depends on the traffic. Let's hope, it changes soon:)
When leaving the country, don't forget that Croatia and Hungary don't use Euro(€) as their currencies, but '''Croatian Kuna''' and '''Hungarian Forint'''.
== Legal stuff Useful information ==As everywhere in Europe it it not allowed and very dangerous to '''cross the highway ''' in Slovenia. Also be careful about crossing the red lights in Slovenian cities. You'll get a 20-40€ fine, if you get caught. (20€ if you pay in 1 week time)
'''Wildcamping''' in Slovenia is officially prohibited, but by my personal experience, that is not a big problem. As long as you don't make fires and follow basic ruls, people won't mind you. If you want to camp close the buildings on the private property, ask the locals. And don't try to put a tent up on the tall grass, since the farmers hate it to the bottom of their souls. As long as nobody calls the police you're good.Couchsurfing works well too. '''Tips''' are not mandatory or expected in restaurants, but it is always nice to tip, if you're happy with the service. Slovenians often tip in pubs. There are 2 main words for "hi" in Slovenian. '''Živjo''' (Ž is pronouced /ˈʒeː/) is used in Ljubljana and surrondings, and '''Zdravo''' is dominant around Maribor. You can make a good impression making a difference between the two;)
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