My First Trip to Slovenia 🌹 Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Piran, and My Great Grandparents' Hometown VLOG

thank you slovenia for being absolute magic!
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🌹 ljublana part 1:
dragon bridge - maps.app.goo.g...
central market (veggie sandwich at meetmeat) - maps.app.goo.g...
stow 2 go coffee - maps.app.goo.g...
prešeren square - maps.app.goo.g...
raw pasta - maps.app.goo.g...
renaissance specialty coffee - maps.app.goo.g...
franciscan church of the annunciation - maps.app.goo.g...
saint nicholas cathedral - maps.app.goo.g...
house of dreaming books - maps.app.goo.g...
ljubljana castle - maps.app.goo.g...
klobasarna - maps.app.goo.g...
čajnica chai - maps.app.goo.g...
abi falafel - maps.app.goo.g...
cacao ljubljaba - maps.app.goo.g...
🚣 bled/drive to piran:
bled castle (cafe in the castle) - maps.app.goo.g...
bled island (boats by vila bled) - maps.app.goo.g...
confectionery zima - maps.app.goo.g...
st martina church - maps.app.goo.g...
radova memorial - maps.app.goo.g...
garden restaurant - maps.app.goo.g...
cerkev sv. janeza krstnika (lake bohinj) - maps.app.goo.g...
pizzerija jezero (most na soči) - maps.app.goo.g...
most kanal (kanal ob soči) - maps.app.goo.g...
🐚 piran:
tartini plaza - maps.app.goo.g...
rostelin - maps.app.goo.g...
mersii gelato - maps.app.goo.g...
naša pekarna - maps.app.goo.g...
minorite monastery - maps.app.goo.g...
walls of piran - maps.app.goo.g...
duomo di san giorgio - maps.app.goo.g...
fritolin pri cantini - maps.app.goo.g...
postojna caves - maps.app.goo.g...
predjama castle - maps.app.goo.g...
🍷 ljutomer and my ggparents area:
st james church, dobrovnik - maps.app.goo.g...
park prijateljstva - maps.app.goo.g...
hiša gibanice - maps.app.goo.g...
church of the most holy trinity, lendava - maps.app.goo.g...
st catherine's church, lendava - maps.app.goo.g...
🌹 ljubljana part 2:
knjigarna azil - maps.app.goo.g...
yauya patisserie - maps.app.goo.g...
tozd - maps.app.goo.g...
burek olimpija - maps.app.goo.g...
brot pekarna - maps.app.goo.g...
čajnica chai - maps.app.goo.g...
tri marije coffee trailer - maps.app.goo.g...
bogoslovno semenišče (library) - maps.app.goo.g...
lolita cankarjevo - maps.app.goo.g...
lana's corner - maps.app.goo.g...
national gallery - maps.app.goo.g...
kava bar tam tam - maps.app.goo.g...
slovene ethnographic museum - maps.app.goo.g...
🏠 where we stayed:
city hotel ljubljana - maps.app.goo.g...
mlino alpino (bled) - maps.app.goo.g...
bella tara (piran) - maps.app.goo.g...
sibon resort (jeruzalem) - maps.app.goo.g...
neu residences ljubljana - maps.app.goo.g...
other spots we didnt have time for in LJ:
VRT - maps.app.goo.g...
Lolita Eipprova - maps.app.goo.g...
Trta - maps.app.goo.g...
Druga Violina - maps.app.goo.g...
AKC Metelkova mesto - maps.app.goo.g...
moderna - maps.app.goo.g...
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My First Trip to Slovenia 🌹 Ljubljana, Lake Bled, Piran, and My Great Grandparents' Hometown VLOG

[@caricakes]

also no one warned me that ljubljana's symbol/mascot is a dragon and i had to exercise *so much* self control to not buy every dragon-themed souvenir :'''')

[@kitsuvil]

you're just like me LMAO

[@ryebowen]

@@caricakes so real for that

[@StashaA.]

👏😄

[@candyhyojung1860]

you shouldn't go to Wales then either ahaha

[@caricakes]

I have been to wales and left with dragon earrings 😮‍💨 (heres the vlog kzbin.info/www/bejne/gnvQiYx5ppKiZsU)

[@calimero9840]

so surreal seeing my country in a cari video, you make sights i walk past every day seem so beautiful and exciting!! always love seeing cities from your perspective 💚

[@caricakes]

that makes me so happy!!!

[@kristinca99]

so interesting to see slovenia through the eyes of someone that’s never been here before, made me appriciate our small and calm country so much :,)

[@caricakes]

you live in a beautiful place!!

[@kristinca99]

@@caricakes next time you gotta visit the Soča valley as well (preferably in the summer when you can go kayaking/rafting)

[@caricakes]

@@kristinca99 we drove through a bit of it by most na soci and kanal but that night and morning had really heavy rain so it wasnt so safe - definitely need to go back!

[@biancaenrqz]

44min travel vlog from cari!?!? we ALL CHEERED 🥹🥳🫶🏻

[@caricakes]

lol thank youuuu!

[@tarafanlife]

when i saw the post i couldn't believe it. I love that you visited so many cities in Slovenia and not just Bled and Ljubljana. Fun fact: i work next to the cafe you went to and gotten a croissant in Ljubljana and the couple that owns that place is so lovely. They also make all the deserts themselves!

[@paperprint6658]

Thank you for showing us around Slovenia. This country had so many places to go to other than Ljubljana and Lake Bled, which most of the youtubers do not show. Any place we visit seems to be more relatable when we see locals are doing the same things that we do in our every day routine.

[@caricakes]

exactly :) one cute memory was in my great grandpa's hometown going to the local supermarket and talking to the people working there!

[@JayChon]

WOW! the views are amazing... the lakes, the small towns, and the sea! woah! I don't know how many times I wanted to jump into the video. thank you so much for sharing.

[@caricakes]

agreed!! this was a country that every day i thought 'it cant get prettier' and it DID

[@albamartinezcorredor9174]

Omg what a beautiful country, thank you for capturing it so magically and with such care. Your vlogs are magical💕

[@caricakes]

thanks for watching!!

[@StashaA.]

Great observation about the water color of lake Bled. It's among the bluest in the world from the fact that it's formed of glacier run-off. I cried happy tears watching this video as you went to so many places I visited as a kid when we went for our graduation trip in the elementary school. I am originally from Croatia (just across the border) and we spent seven days in Slovenia as a part of that trip. As I moved to Canada I haven't visited these places since I was 14. Beautiful memories. 🌟💖

[@caricakes]

so much of this trip looked photoshopped to me hahah and hopefully one day i'll visit croatia too!!

[@StashaA.]

@@caricakes Oh yes, Slovenia looks and feels like a fairytale country. When you decide to visit Croatia, go around the same time of year you went to Slovenia, or in May to early June. It will be warm enough (warmer than Slovenia), but without crazy crowds.

[@roumaissabenchalal7796]

Will save it till the morning but just wanted to comment, a 44 min long content will save lives

[@caricakes]

LOL sweet dreams!

[@AshleyAwe]

YES! It saved another life! Well written!

[@sawmea5308]

every shot is absolutely breathtaking aaaaah 😍✨️ my dark academia fall heart is longing for a place i can't immediately transport myself to. beautiful vlog, cari! 🤎🤍

[@caricakes]

thanks for watching!

[@nannyg666]

I was only in Slovenia once, in 2012, for only 3 days and only near Bled, but I found it beautiful. A true hidden gem. I would love to go back. I'm so glad you have a great trip!

[@caricakes]

bled was so stunning :')

[@JustEnea4444]

I've been following your book videos for a few years now and today I stumbled on this vlog of you in Slovenia. I work in the public library in Piran so I was so excited to see you wondering around the same streets I walk daily. Hope you had a wonderful time in our little corner of the world 😊

[@NinjaTherapist]

Swimming to the island in Lake Bled is one of my favourite memories, even though I lowkey wasn't sure I was going to make it, and very strongly considered begging my way to a boat ride to avoid the swim back 😂 totally worth it.

[@ajdaklicic1999]

I was so excited for this vlog, seeing my country being explored is so exciting and for someone who commutes daily to Ljubljana and hates it, it’s refreshing to see someone love it so much😅 glad you enjoyed it!

[@karlato1504]

Cari, ever travel vlog you give us is such a treat for does off of us who can’t physically travel to the beautiful places. I am living them through your eyes. This is my new favorite trip of yours. What an exquisitely autumnal place for this time in our time of the year. ❤

[@malindamoore8]

I am always so thankful you share these moments with us. As someone who cannot travel right now, I really appreciate you taking the time to show us your adventures. 🫂Travel Safety!

[@ryebowen]

When I tell you I’ve been waiting for this vlog?? I loved seeing Slovenia through your eyes! That turquoise water was gorgeous!!

[@caricakes]

right?! it didnt look real!!

[@malisorozco5210]

I loved Piran, it gave me Kiki's delivery service vibes ❤❤❤❤ It's so pretty 😍😍 I didn't knew Slovenia could be so pretty for a short trip, but now it's in my top 3 places to visit, thanks to you😅 It's like everything I would enjoy in a trip, cozy, autummy, architecture and whimsical, love it ❤❤❤

[@nathalyrondon5021]

I'm glad that you have connected and taken all the time to record those details of each place in Slovenia. A hug Cari. Thank you! 🍀☄️😊

[@caricakes]

Thanks for watching!

[@atarikatari]

Bohinj is so gorgeous, that was my fave part of Slovenia! The food in that country is outstanding ❤

[@caricakes]

my jaw was on the floor when i saw the perfect reflection in lake bohinj! worth the little detour :')

[@pendragon2012]

You're back! Missed you last week! Can't wait to hear of your adventures!

[@caricakes]

thank you!!

[@wgima3857]

❤ Wow, you literally just returned from Slovenia. What a lovely country! The architecture, the painted interiors of the churches, and it's dome and arches. The beautiful mountains and reflective lakes. At first I was put off of the graffiti, but it gave the city some character and color from it's original manicured buildings. Another magical place from your worldly travels Cari, thank you for sharing! ❤️❤️❤️💕

[@caricakes]

i agree, i usually like graffiti hahaha it was a stunning place!

[@elenasreadingcorner]

Great, now I want to go to Slovenia as well😂 Such a lovely vlog, loved the countryside shots so much, that morning coffee view in Ljtomer nearly killed me🫠

[@msaditu]

I am in awe. One gorgeous clip after another. I can't believe how beautiful this country is. You are also a most talented guide. 😊

[@itaplotajs]

i have never clicked on a video so fast, i can't believe one of my favourite vloggers visited my hometown

[@rznyamr]

This makes me want to visit Slovenia so bad!!! You’re a total gem for listing (and linking!!) all the places

[@caricakes]

yessss put it on your list!!

[@thekendranater]

Such a beautiful country and a wonderful vlog! I recently found your channel and have been so inspired to travel around to my own local cafe's and bookstores to slow down and appreciate where I am. Thank you for sharing your adventures!

[@ilgattodivenezia]

Can't wait to watch your slovenian journey.

[@caricakes]

happy to share it^^

[@kui-is-ghost]

The amount of times I teared up from the beauty of this country is unreal 🥺💚 I really hope to get to go there someday :) And in the meanwhile, I just keep listening to Slovenian music. Thank you for this absolute masterpiece of a vlog

[@itsflowerside]

seeing my hometown/country through somebody else’s eyes is so surreal. so, thank you! i’m just kinda lowkey pissed you came here literally the second i moved abroad hahaah 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️ not gonna lie, when you said that people seem so chill here I had to laugh.

[@summerg.2934]

Such a great vlog :) Loved the grey skies with the old architecture. Lake Bled reminded me so much of the Upper Peninsula here in Michigan lol.

[@caricakes]

oh why have i been hearing so much about minnesota and michigan lately? i feel like i need to plan a trip hahaha

[@lightchibizero]

I love traveling and exploring in my corner of the world. This makes me want to expand my horizons and see what else is out there.

[@morganinwanderland]

Slovenia has never even been on my radar but now I so want to go!🤩 Piran reminds me of Dubrovnik where my grandparents are from. I’m glad you got both sunny and rainy days because that foggy, gloomy footage is gorgeous!

[@pattyky1286]

What an absolutely exquisite vlog - bravo bravo ❤

[@caricakes]

thank you!!

[@poppycalliope]

What a beautiful trip Cari ✨️ from the lakes, to the sea and the architecture, everything is so beautiful in Slovenia! Especially loved seeing the library at the monastery 😍

[@snowfall-love]

you’re seriously so talented and hardworking cari! this video is gorgeous.

[@caricakes]

omg thank you :'''')

[@snowfall-love]

@@caricakesofc!! it’s easy to have a pretty subject/background, but it’s a lot more difficult to accurately capture it. your composition in your shots is so good 😭 the photographer in me is jealous

[@Hnieh]

9:00 Oh my goodness!! The buildings looks like fancy cakes!! Soo pretty!! Also Cari, loved that your used this song at 0:33. It reminded me of your older videos from couple of years ago and the fact that Autumn's here and the air is crisp and cold now, it brought me a good sense of nostalgia :')

[@maryr329]

I knew this would be beautiful, but the music! 😘

[@llosam]

literally such an enjoyable comforting watch

[@Shirley-AnneDickner-lt4zo]

Cari thank you sooo much for this video. Slovenian was not on my radar but it’s definitely on my list ❤❤❤! Just love your vlogs 😊

[@Nana_Olafsson]

What a beautiful video❤ I have been to Slovenia two times but for some reason never visited Piran. Now, I fell in love and have to go next year. Truly an underrated country for traveling. The cakes and biscuits alone are worth the trip. And don't let me start about the breathtaking nature🌲🌳🏞️

[@PoisonedApathy]

So excited for this vlog! You actually inspired me this last summer to book a flight to Ljubljana this fall! I'm going in just a few weeks. I can't wait to check all your recommendations!

[@thequietinside3201]

Wow wow wow, so obviously I need to travel to Slovenia now. *_* Parts of it really reminded me of being in Switzerland, but with differently shaped mountains. So stunning.

[@BarbaraBoholm]

Cari i am first of all so happy you had this trip with your parents,so important to take the time with our loved ones!!! And you are a natural when it comes to capturing the beauty in the everyday,buildings,a rooftop, a view over a city or lake,a cute cafe... Your vlogs as a neuro divergent makes me calm,happy,it relaxes my anxious mind,so thank you for being you!!!

[@mattkean1128]

I really need you to become a travel agent. So beautiful!!! Your grandparents being Slovenian explains all lot 😝

[@ceecee103]

Watching this jogged memories of a book I've read years ago, The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova, especially Lake Bled. Nice.

[@Littledreamer0324]

Wow this was so magical to watch and I could see how much you loved being there! Thank you for this video, I loved that it was longer than your usual videos, what an amazing experience for us as viewers!!

[@ravenvrchon7526]

What a lovely vlog, thank you for sharing it with us! It was great seeing my home country through your eyes, we do have some beautiful places. I'm glad you enjoyed your time here.

[@rosarodriguez8984]

What a gorgeous country and video. Thanks Cari for bringing us along.❤❤

[@milenkovic.katz01]

can’t believe you were in my country for two weeks and I didn’t get the chance to meet you 😢 but hope you’ve had an amazing time 🥰❤

[@caricakes]

i will definitely be back! you live in a beautiful place :'''')

[@hefangfei]

Been to LB exactly five years ago with my best friends, it was our first trip together. Been to every place you showed. How nice 🥹💖

[@leandrawoods8568]

The pure joy this woman gives me...

[@rubyrubear]

Sunsets just hit different in Slovenia!! Fantastic vlog! Really enjoyed Cari thank you ❤❤❤

[@debbiefondow7871]

Such a beautiful, amazing video, Cari. So glad you got to visit this special place. ❤❤

[@nathansnook]

what a DREAM! and so wonderful to find that the water is cool bc from this side of my screen, it looks chilly 🥶🥶🥶

[@caricakes]

us lil california babes and our freezing cold pacific :''''')

[@_tialipovsek]

Slovenia

[@roumaissabenchalal7796]

I'm afraid it might be the best video on youtube.

[@sadiasattar7657]

the top view of Piran reminded me so much of the town by the ocean in kiki's dilvery service 😩🌷

[@AmberStace]

Thankful my power came back from the hurricane in time to watch this as soon as it dropped 🥹🥹

[@caricakes]

omg glad you're back on the grid and hope everyone around you is ok!!

[@patternandcraft]

Beautiful! The lake waters in Switzerland are also that turquoise color. So cool!

[@Siya0201]

A rare moment where I'm early😭 woke up with an upset stomach in the middle of the night and now I'm not sleepy anymore😅this came out at the most perfect time everrrr.. these 43 mins are gonna be so precious for me Thankyouu for uploading a longer vlog Cari🥺🫂🩷✨❤️‍🩹🫶

[@caricakes]

hope you feel batter and get some sleep after :''')

[@Siya0201]

@@caricakes Thankyou Cari wishing u a great day ahead❤️✨

[@marccolomayt82094]

Amazing & love your nice Slovenia lifestyle vibes so much!!❤❤

[@caricakes]

thank you so much :')

[@tinagarcia3571]

Cool, I'm going to go read about Slovenia. Thank you🌸🌼🌺

[@caricakes]

[@sanjab240]

Omg, I am watching you from Serbia, but my grannny is Slovenian. She was born and grew up in Lendava, and I spent a lot of my childhood there. We never go there anymore. And then there you are, being there and filming, that is so weird. And nice, so nice❤

[@marijkeaeissing1727]

I just got back from a two week trip to Slovenia yesterday. This vlog feels like an exctension of the trip! There are some simularities but also a lot of differences, so it's nice to see some places I've missed or different perspectives of the places I have been to. Definitely coming back sometime in the future.

[@seznamginb]

WAIT! You have some Slovenian blood?! Whaaat :D my Slovenian heart is so proud :D next time you visit you should see the Soča Vally and Bovec and Vršič pass and Pokljuka!

[@wladiaribeiro1925]

Woww! Slovenia is só beautiful! Thanks for share this gorgeous vlog!👏👏👏

[@beak1520]

Thank you Cari for the vlog ❤ Slovenia is such a hidden gem of Europe. It was so pleasant to see the island on the lake and Piran. I have great memories of that country, such a mixture of Italian and Alpine views☀️ Unfortunately, I didn't have a chance to visit Ljubljana. The dragon is lovely 😁 It is sad though to see all this tag graffiti there. Such a shame that people do not respect their beautiful city. It is a problem in many Eugopean cities, I'm afraid. Greetings from Kraków, Cari. I hope you'll visit my beautiful city one day 🍀🤗

[@grennygaraygay6779]

Yayy .. another sunday morning vlog routine 🥰🩷

[@caricakes]

🩷🩷🩷

[@indrianikurniawan7048]

Omgg this is my number one bucketlist country after south korea, what a treat to have your pov 💕💕💕

[@jjgarrett8225]

Wow so beautiful! Adding to my bucket list now. Btw Cari your editing is ART!! 🫶🏻

[@masongilligan2856]

Awesome has such a timeless beautiful vibe all it's own. That is cool that you have some fam from there. I love Lake Bled, I really wanna try some of that delicious white cake that they serve there. Thanks for sharing you're explorations with us Cari.

[@caricakes]

the bled cream cake was fantastic but definitely also try the gibanica cake because the baked apples in it are diviiiiiine!

[@SodawhanChannel]

I will definitely re-watch this vlog. So calming

[@marilynfishel3843]

you went to fairy land; right out of a book! so beautiful; wonderfully captured in your edited video. thank you.

[@ellenrik]

GORGEOUS GORGEOUS GORGEOUS!! Thanx for sharing! 👍❤

[@caricakes]

thanks for watching!!

[@lilifane]

This was such a beautiful, chill and relaxing vlog. I really feel happy and at peace after watching it. Also, lowkey planning a trip to Slovenia in my head now. It's not even that far from Germany, should be possible.

[@sammalneito]

I went to Slovenia last year, it was one of the most beautiful places I've been! especially loved Piran and all the views in the mountains, we drove the Vršič Pass and it was amaaazing!

[@ctthuss]

I have been all anticipation for this video! 🙌✨

[@caricakes]

thank you :''')

[@calicovery]

i don't really ever watch vlogs, but yours i adore, thank you for your amazing content! 🩷

[@Sthemingway]

Autumn in Slovenia is beautful. Awesome that you got to experience it with your family. "Midday Moon" by Vikings in Tibet paired very well with the clip in Bohinj.

[@caricakes]

hehe thank you for noticing :)

[@windingleaf6284]

this is so cool that you came to Slovenia. I also just moved here from abroad. I hope you had a blast!

[@michellemachesney1487]

what a beautiful vlog❤ thanks for sharing your trip with us❤

[@caricakes]

thanks for coming along :')

[@irynavoronyak2854]

Lovely video. Regarding accommodation prices, just because you can afford to pay more, doesn't mean that people from this country who want to visit these places too can. So, if you enjoyed it that much, give them a good tip, it will surely be appreciated.

[@amber4417]

You climbing the wrong tower TRULY gave me a chuckle. Sad, sad, sad!

[@caricakes]

i couldnt believe it hahahha

[@nissasbookcorner]

such incredible views!!! thanks for bringing us along :)

[@leles5959]

LOVE LOVE LOVE SLOVENIA, ❤❤❤

[@clyde3322]

cari this vlog is so beautiful. thank you for sharing this with us :)

[@AshleyAwe]

Cari! What a lovely time! Thank you for sharing. All of those architectural elements and manhole covers! Do you ever think to take a rubbing of the amazing things that are common there? I used to do that when I lived in Portland and in Japan. I made beautiful postcards, letter-writing sets, posters, and t-shirts from the rubbings. Your journeys are inspirational. That was so super awesome! YOU are from there! YOUR people. Was it surreal at times? You can tell. The color of the city is different. The air is different. I enjoyed it when you were in the jacuzzi and spoke about your people being farmers. So sweet. Sorry for the shorthand here. I hope you understand my thoughts. I hope you always read my words knowing that my tone is kind and conversational. What kind of souvenirs did you end up getting? Tea?🫖

[@polinalambina]

Love it! Watch u for 2 years 🥹🫶🏼

[@irenaihan5098]

Hello! It is a great video. I am glad you saw all parts of our country. It is better that you came in September/October. In summer was very hot here. I wish you have a good time at home.

[@judithrussell9162]

How beautiful, although I think people's kindness to you might have been influenced by your niceness to them. Either way, that's lovely and now I have another country to add to my fantasy travel planner.

[@kevlarcardhouse252]

So happy you enjoyed yourself. We went in 2021 (my Profile pic is actually me at a pizza place in Lake Bled after a long plane ride wearing a mask) and it totally met the hype. We had the exact same response where it feels like Italy, Switzerland and East Europe in a blender (which makes sense considering the history). I'm a sucker for tiny countries in general: Slovenia, Iceland, Taiwan... there's something thrilling where you feel like you can experience a lot of a country including regional changes in such a short time. I think you would enjoy the rest of the former Yugoslavia area if you get the chance. We also found Croatia, Bosnia and Montenegro charming, although I will admit Slovenia was still tops.

[@lunalentz1286]

i was trying to convince my boyfriend to go to Slovenia on our next trip, i think this vlog will do the trick, thank you!

[@booklover555]

So beautiful even in the rain. I must get there.

[@caricakes]

yes put it on your list for sure!

[@metka.]

So nice to see you in my country ❤

[@melyibarra809]

So excited😍😍😍

[@caricakes]

yesss excited to share!!!

[@TheMulle999]

I guess I have to go to Slovenia now

[@GlamPatrisha]

I am glad you enjoyed it. You can visit other areas when you are back.

[@Foxyfied]

As a German I just wanted to confirm that your pronunciation of “Scheiße, Scheiße, Scheiße” was PERFECT 😂