Recent Storms

Saturday 21 June Filed in: About Bohinj Chalet

Over the past few weeks there have been some summer storms in Bohinj and some of our guests have experienced a few wet days on their holiday. However we hope that the storms are behind us now and that July and August will be dry and warm. Unfortunately this year’s storms have also taken their toll on the roof of Bohinj Chalet which is over fifty years old. The availability of roofers in Slovenia is in very short supply and we hope to replace the roof later in the autumn. Until then we have covered the roof of Bohinj Chalet with black black poly-vinyl as a protection. This should not interfere with your holiday and we hope that the spectacular surroundings of Bohinj Chalet will speak for themselves.

The roof of Bohinj Chalet is over fifty years old.

Guardian & Julian Alps

Saturday 14 June Filed in: Things to do in Bohinj

This Saturday (14th June) the UK Newspaper ‘The Guardian’ had featured 100 holidays to Eesesurope’s Lakes and Mountains in the Travel Section. The Julian Alps in Slovenia was featured at number 12 for multi activity holidays. We think that the short quote below sums up Bohinj very well and perfectly illustrates the type of holiday which you will enjoy in Bohinj Chalet.

To quote:

"Multi Activity- The Julian Alps in Slovenia may not be well known as their western counterparts, but they are just as dramatic, with rugged limestone peaks above the treeline. Winding through the Julians is the emerald river Soca - in places it is fast flowing, in others it lazes past beaches - which is perfect for whitewater rafting and kayaking."

2008 Summer Events in Bohinj - Focus on July

Monday 02 June Filed in: Things to do in Bohinj

For guests in July, there is an opportunity on the 25-26th weekend (Fri & Sat) to experience a traditional wedding feast and traditional Bohinj wedding. These events are held for tourists and are aimed at keeping traditional Bohinj customs alive. You will experience local traditions, dress and music. Don’t forget your camera!

25th July - Visit a Traditional Bohinj Wedding Feast!

On the 25th July, you can visit a traditional Bohinj Wedding Event. This is called a "Vasovanje" or wedding feast and takes place at the "Pod Skalco". Music will entertain tourists before and after the event. This event has a long tradition and was first organised in 1961. It presents old habits and customs of Bohinj and is full of laughter and dance. See for yourself!

26th July - Traditional Bohinj Wedding

A traditional rural wedding takes place only one day after "Vasovanje" and will give tourists a traditional weekend. The event takes place at several locations in Bohinj and is concluded with a party, held at "Pod Skalco" event place. Various dancing and musical performances also take place during the entire event. Come and enjoy!

Bohinj Chalet on TV!

Saturday 24 May Filed in: Bohinj Chalet Featured

Last Thursday afternoon Bohinj Chalet was on UK terrestrial Channel 4's Season Highlights of 'A Place In The Sun - Home or Away' presented by Jonnie Irwin and Jasmine Harman (22nd May 3pm). We found Bohinj Channel by participating in the programme last year after looking at three houses in Kent, UK and three in Slovenia. Without this help we would still be thinking about the idea!. If guests wish to receive a copy of our original episode, please get in touch and we can arrange to send you a copy. We also keep a copy in the chalet for guests to watch.

Bohinj Chalet has a New Property Manager

Thursday 15 May Filed in: About Bohinj Chalet

For summer 2008 Bohinj Chalet has a new property manager 'Real Team' who are based in Bled. Real Team have extensive experience in looking after holiday properties and will ensure that Bohinj Chalet is always kept 'spick and span' for our guests.

Real Team are part of the "M tours' tourist agency in Bled and will also be able to offer our guests advise on what to see and do as well as special events taking place in the area. They are very easily to find in the centre of Bled and guests can pick up the chalet keys either at the M Tours Office or directly at Bohinj Chalet. We can also offer a 24 hour emergency number for guests, which will go directly to Real Team if guests have any issues that need sorting. We have made this change because Katja (who did an excellent job for us -as many past guests will know) has several new exciting projects, which now demand a considerable amount of her time. One of these projects is the youth hostel in Bled and a direct link can be found here. We have enjoyed working with Katja and wish her all the best in her new projects and look forward to a new summer season with Real Team.

2008 Summer Events in Bohinj - Focus on June

Thursday 08 May Filed in: Things to do in Bohinj

With the winter-spring ski season now drawing to a close at Vogel, we thought it was now time to turn our attention to what is happening in Vogel this Summer. As usual there is a rich variety of events for guests to choose from. Today we highlight a few of the events happening this June.

24th May - 7th June 2008 2nd International Wild Alpine Flower Festival

This festival celebrates the rich variety of Alpine flora in Bohinj and consists of several hemes: wild flowers in the arts, wild flowers in sciences, and wild flowers at home. There will be exhibitions of exhibitions of paintings, photographs, botanical illustrations and musical events and concerts linked to ‘botanical’ themes. Botanical talks and guided walks are arranged for visitors with excursions for all abilities to Bohinj areas rich in wild flowers. There will also be a special markets of local produce, for example, cheeses and meats from the local alpine pastures. The tourist information office at Ribcev Laz will have full details and a detailed programme of each day's festival events.

11th June Concert in Stara Fužina

Concert of classical music at 9.30 p.m. in Stara Fužina Hall. Pianist: Simon Krečič. Violinist: Drago Arko

1. A. Corelli: Sonata v E
- Adagio
- Allegro
- Adagio
- Vivace
- Allegro

2. J. M. Leclair: Sonata v D
- Adagio molto maestoso
- Allegro
- Sarabanda - Largo
- Tambourin - Allegro vivace

3. A. Vivaldi: Sonata v A
- Preludio e Capriccio
- Corrente
- Adagio
- Giga

4. N. Paganini: Cantabile
5. P. I. Čajkovski: Melodija
6. J. Massenet: Thaїs - Meditacija
7. F. Kreisler: Marche miniature viennoise

23rd June Pink Floyd Tribute Concert at Bohinj Lake

This tribute concert 'School is Out' will be held at "Pod Skalco" at Bohinj lake. Entrance is 5 euro. In case of the rain the event will be placed in Sports Hall Danica in Bohinjska Bistrica (near camping site).

Performing:

20.00 Gadi (45 min)
21.00 Day Out (45 min)
22.00 Omar Naber / Karem (70 min)
23.30 Seamus Band - Pink Floyd tribute band (120min)