Plan your stay

Slovene and Italian are the official languages in Portorož and Piran. English is also widely used, especially among the young. Tourist centres and hospitality areas might employ staff who speak other European languages (German, Croatian,…) but that is not guaranteed.

The official currency of the Republic of Slovenia is EURO (€). All prices already include taxes unless stated otherwise. Tips are not necessary.

By road, on sea, by rail or in air - Portorož and Piran are easily accessible by most means of transport and are an ideal starting point for travel of nearby locations.

Look through our instructions and some useful advice on how to reach us and how to organise your transportation during your stay.

Drivers of motor vehicles not exceeding 3.5 tonnes are required to purchase a vignette to be legally allowed to drive on most Slovenian fast roads and all highways. It can be purchased at all petrol stations in Slovenia and the nearby countries, at the post offices and some newsagents. The fine for driving without a vignette ranges from 300 to 800 €. You can purchase a weekly, monthly, 6 monthly or yearly vignette. Read here for more information about the vignette and which roads it applies on.

All towns and their surrounding areas offer reliable internet connections  through either mobile data or Wi-Fi services at most hospitality areas and accommodation. If you venture further into the countryside you may experience a bad signal and interruptions to your connections.

When you call home please ensure you dial »00« or »+« and two/three code for your country before the phone number.

Most shops are closed on public holidays but some grocery stores may remain open on a shorter timetable. Public transport also operates on a holiday specific timetable so we kindly ask you to plan your trips carefully. Most restaurants, bars and inns remain open even on public holidays.

Please be aware! The following is a list of Slovenia's non working public holidays:

Portorož and Piran are considered to be very safe loactions with low crime and safe access to the sea.

Tap water here is generally considered safe to drink so you have no reason to dehydrate during your well earned holiday. Please do not drink water where there is a sign asking you not to.

Disability friendly accommodation, accessible beaches, disability friendly vehicles and other infrastructure ensure that you make the most of your holidays. Don't let mobility issues, illness or other issues prevent you from enjoying yourself and celebrating your well deserved time off.

Please have a read for more information on our accessible tourism.

Many accommodation locations allow our to bring your pet with you. For more on this please read here.

Don't forget! If you are arriving from abroad please ensure that you carry with you the valid passports for your pets.

Smoking is strictly prohibited inside public service buildings. This includes hotels, bars, restaurants and other covered premises. Please make sure to ask for special provisions afforded to smokers and smoking rooms within a building.

The sale of tobacco products is strictly prohibited to people under 18.

Alcoholic drinks may be purchased in hospitality areas such as restaurants and inns, grocery stores and speciality shops. The Slovenian law prohibits the sale of alcoholic beverages to people under 18. It is also prohibited for shops and petrol stations to sell alcohol between 9pm and 7am. Bars and inns are prohibited from selling alcohol from the time they open to 10am.

Portorož and Piran are a very pleasant holiday destination due to the warm Mediterranean climate and many days without rain. The winters are mild with temperatures rarely falling under zero with little precipitation (between 1.000 and 1.100mm a year).

Check the current weather prediction.

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