The spa Olimia in Podčetrtek offers a unique approach to health and wellness, providing personalized attention in a tranquil environment enriched by natural thermal springs. With a variety of accommodations and an emphasis on relaxation and regeneration, the spa caters to diverse visitor needs and preferences. Its facilities include modern wellness centers, therapeutic programs, and numerous attractions nearby, making it an ideal destination for both leisure and health-focused guests.

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THE IDEA
A spa in the dreamy village of Podčetrtek (Windisch Landsberg) was the inspiration for this book. The municipality consists of 26 villages and hamlets and is located in the historical
region of Lower Styria (Lower Styria)

3. PREFACE
Visitors to the spa Olimia soon realize that
the management is following a completely
new approach. If one dwells as a guest in
the spa and health oasis, you will be surprised by the personal attention and the high
level of comfort.
Olimia is not comparable with other health
and leisure facilities and the management is
working hard to further expand this difference. The proximity to the visitors is a top
priority in all areas of the spa. There is a permanent change of claims and expectations
from our regular visitors. Therefore we are
subject to a continuous learning process to
adapt to the new challenges and create the
surroundings, which everybody expects.
tive idea allows increasingly guests to become recurring friends.
In particular, the health and wellness guest
proves the spa a high level of confidence
with his visit. Guests who are coming back
to the spa Olimia are the reward for our work
and proof that the chosen path is correct.
The team of spa Olimia will spare no effort in
the future to further expand the circle of
friends.
Zdravko Počivalšek, Dipl.-Ing. agr.
Managing Director
The spa Olimia is a place of relaxation and
well-being. To give our visitors the feeling,
both technical as well as personal aspects
are constantly maintained. The harmonious
teamwork in the thermal complex leads to
relaxed staff and it is this harmony rubs off
on the guests. In guest care we just put on
the scale, as we want to be cared for themselves as a guest. This simple but very effec-
Photo: Spa Olimia
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BODY & SOUL
For centuries, the locals know and take advantage of the
healing effect of the brine thermal spring. Today there are
five hotels featuring six wellness areas to provide every
visitor optimally recreational opportunities.

5. The power of water is ubiquitous
in the Spa Olimia.
The springs on the slopes of the Rudnica
Mountain enjoy a good reputation as a place of
healing. Through holes in the mid 1960s, today's
"Atomske Toplice", a modern spa, with hotels and
spas originated.
The guests desire for a relaxing stay is always in
the foreground at Spa Olimia. Visiting the health
oasis you'll feel, that the offerings are constantly
adjusted.
The feel-good holiday starts right upon arrival and
the stay regenerates sole and body.
It does not matter, if you want to visit this place
just to let your thoughts flow, to regenerate and fill
up the batteries or as an athlete to prepare
yourself for the coming season. The natural power
of the healing and relaxing water helps to reach
the individual goal. The broadness of the offerings
are the ideal prerequisites for every age-group.
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THE HOTELS
Visitors to Olimia have five options of accommodation to
choose from. Three hotels, one apartment complex and a
camping area leave no wish unfulfilled. Holiday makers are
able to create a stay to measure.

7. WELLNESS-HOTEL SOTELIA
The hotel blends harmoniously into the landscape. Large windows and grassed roofs impressively proof, that even big hotels can be both, very comfortable and nature consciously.
An extensive underground tunnel system interconnects the
entire thermal area.
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8. WELLNESS HOTEL SOTELIA
• 25 Single rooms
• 123 Double rooms
• 2 Three bed rooms
• 10 Apartments
A very modern conference centre is located
in the hotel. In addition there is a build in wellness centre, restaurant, vinothek, bar and
parking garage with direct access to the hotel.
For further information on the Internet, please click here:
Wellness Hotel Sotelia
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9. CONGRESS CENTRE OLIMIA
Striking are the fresh colors and the large
open spaces in the access area. It's quite
normal for the Spa Olimia that even the convention centre meets highest demands. Hotel Sotelia features five combinable rooms,
one room in Hotel Breza and two rooms in
Hotel Rosa.
The convention centre Olimia can accommodate conferences for up to 800 participants.
For exhibitions, concerts and sporting
events, there is an event hall opposite the entrance to the grounds.
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10. HOTEL BREZA
Who rather prefers a traditional hotel, will love to stay in Hotel Breza. It
has its own thermal water facility and an onsite health centre. Because
of the tunnel system, which interlinks all hotels and spas, you don't
have to worry about season and weather when moving around in
Olimia.
Photo: Spa Olimia
Hotel Breza has 167 modern double rooms, including 42 rooms
suitable for allergy sufferers. For higher demands also 18 apartments to
choose from.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Wellness Hotel Breza
Photo: Spa Olimia
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11. APARTHOTEL ROSA
Here you can either come with your whole the family or spend a
romantic holiday for two. The hotel is surrounded by idyllic countryside
and promises a quiet and relaxing stay.
Like all the other hotels in the complex, from the Aparthotel Rosa all
wellness areas and the other hotels can easy be reached by the spa
wide tunnel system.
The size of the apartments are in the range from 33 to 78 m². A total of
42 apartments with 90 beds are available. The individual equipment
comprises living room and bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, TV,
dishwasher, microwave, hair dryer and vacuum cleaner.
Spa Olimia features a wide range of training, seminar and exhibition
spaces. In addition there is a conference hall located in the Aparthotel
Rosa with a capacity of 120 people.
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12. APARTHOTEL ROSA
• 94 apartments
• 345 beds
Photo: Spa Olimia
The hotel has a car park with 120 parking
spaces. Each apartment comprises out of a
living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom,
satellite TV and telephone.
For further information on the Internet, please click
here: Aparthotel Rosa
Photo: Spa Olimia
Photo: Spa Olimia
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13. APARTMENT VILLAGE LIPA
A small village with apartments, especially for people who prefer tailormade holidays in a homely environment. The apartments consist of
living room and bedroom, kitchen and bathroom.
The complex consists of 25 houses. Depending on your needs, you
can choose an apartments from two to five people. The apartments
meet international standards. Some of the features include a fully
equipped kitchen, satellite TV, telephone and under floor heating.
As is typically for small villages, that there are shops, a pub and a cafe
located at the village centre. In the evening live music is on offer.
Just a short walk and you are right inside the spa resort. For visitors
which are after an exciting day at the water slides, the Thermal Park
Aqualuna is an excellent alternative.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Apartment Village Lipa
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14. APARTMENT VILLAGE OF LIPA
• 25 houses
• 136 apartments
• 541 beds
The apartments feature living room,
bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, satellite TV,
telephone and under floor heating.
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15. Photo: Spa Olimia
Photo: Spa Olimia
CAMP NATURA
If your style of living prefers "back to nature", then the Camp Natura is
the ideal place for all campers and individual tourists.
Along with the possibility to camp at Camp Natura, you can also book
one of the many holiday homes. The cottages are a fully equipped
including electricity and water supply, satellite TV and telephone.
The comfortable features guarantee cosy, carefree and relaxing holiday
for you and your family and friends.
In Camp Natura, there are 110 designated camping plots. It does not
matter whether you arrive with a tent, booked a room in a house or live
in the motorhome, Camp Natura is the ideal location for a great holiday.
Camp Natura is located in proximity to the Thermal Park Aqualuna,
which offers numerous water attractions for both children as well as
adults.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Camp Natura.
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16. 4
SURROUNDINGSS
Nearby the Thermal Spa Olimia there are numerous exciting
places to visit. The offer includes cultural, culinary and sporting attractions. Everything is close and is also accessible by
bike or road train.

17. HALER BREWERY
About 3 km from the Spa Olimia is the Haler yard. With 160 seats in
the restaurant and an additional 50 seats on the covered patio even
larger groups are very welcome in this great place.
The brewery brews light and dark beer. The natural yeast beer is
brewed according to an old German recipe. At the Haler pub, beer
can be enjoyed on tap. The beer is sold in two-liter bottles, 1.5 l
plastic bottles and in a 6 pack of pints.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Haler Brewery.
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18. GOLF AMON
One of the sports attractions is a small and fine 9-hole golf course in
Olimje. If you want to improve your handicap, or simply wish to indulge in this relaxing sport, there are two resident Pro's at Golf Resort Amon: Bogdan Palovšnik and Nikola Smoljenović.
Already in 2004 the golf course was awarded by the Slovenian Golf
Association as friendliest facility in the country.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Golf Amon.
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19. FAIRY TALE & FANTASY LAND
In 1967, the hut Tončka was built by Jože Brilej, his wife Vida and
their daughters Dušica and Mojca. 1990, the land of fairy tales and
fantasy emerged. Since 1992 the road train stops at this popular
tourist destination.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Fairy Tale and Fantasy
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20. DEER ALP
On the so called "deer alp", the inn Jelenov Greben, the deli Zlata
skrinjica and the wine shop "Star' ata", which is dedicated to the
grandfather of the home side, Ivan Adman, is found.
In the wine cellar guests can participate in various wine tastings.
The charming inn offers seating for up to 350 people. Especially
bracing is the smell of freshly baked bread, which flows through the
restaurant.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Jelenov Greben
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21. CHURCH OF THE VIRGIN MARY
The impressive late Gothic church of the "Blessed Virgin Mary in the
Sand" perched on a small hill overlooking a picturesque country
cemetery and is already visible from afar.
The mighty early baroque octagonal bell tower with a steep conical
roof is very noticeable and gives the building a very special touch.
The colorful buttresses at the corners of the nave round off the impressive appearance of the church.
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22. MONASTERY AND PHARMACY
A few kilometres away from the Spa Olimia, is a beautifully restored
castle. In this worth seeing building, a Minorite monastery and one
of Europe's oldest pharmacies is located.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: The Monastery.
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23. CHOCOLATE BOUTIQUE SYNCERUS
At the turn of the last century, until 1915, Alfonz Videtič was chocolatier in Vienna. The raw Materials shortages for the chocolate production, which prevailed in the early years of the last century, led to
the cessation of his activities.
In 1990 his descendants revived the chocolatier Tradition again and
started in Olimje with the manufacture and sale of fine chocolate.
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24. THERMAL PARK AQUALUNA
About a kilometer away from the Spa Olimia is the Thermal Park
Aqua Luna. The Thermal Park is in walking distance, but you can
also use a bicycle which you can obtain at the hotel. The water
Eldorado offers something for everyone and is especially popular
with younger visitors.
The park is open from early May to late September.
In Thermal Park Aqua Luna is also Slovenia's wildest water slide.
Even the bravest water enthusiasts get a startling thrill when
shooting down this monster slide.
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26. GOLD AWARD
The picturesque village of Olimje
received the Gold Award of
AEFP in 2009 - European Association for Flowers and Landscape.
In 2013 Podčetrtek reached a
gold medal.
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27. 5
WELLBEING
It is very impressive how well professional and technical
standards are applied in the health centre Olimia. The combination of water, light, air and Fango contribute to the wellbeing of the visitors.

28. POWER UP YOUR ORGANS
Along with professional medical backing and a relaxing atmosphere,
proper and balanced nutrition is part of a healthy and fulfilled life. At the
Spa Olimia the traditional wisdom of Chinese medicine has been implemented successfully in the kitchen. The dishes are color coded and
help the guests to build up their diet targeted to individual organs of
their body.
GREEN - LIVER
Wheat, rye, yeast, bread, tomatoes, leeks, spinach, broccoli, lamb, chicken, duck,
turkey, eggs, goat's milk, raspberries, pineapple, oranges, strawberries, etc.
RED - HEART
Buckwheat, rice, spelled, cucumbers, asparagus, lettuce, goat meat, pheasant,
fish, feta cheese, rosemary, sage, black coffee, tea, apricot, grapefruit, etc.
YELLOW - PANCREAS
Rice, barley, red millet, corn, spelled, squash, carrots, potatoes, zucchini, peas,
beef, white fish, cream, butter, milk, cheese made from cow's milk, sugar, honey,
etc.
WHITE - LUNGS
Oats, yellow millet, garlic, onions, radishes, leeks, watercress, parsley, peppers,
celery, turnip greens, chicken, feta cheese, mint, mustard, pepper, ginger, lemon,
almonds, etc.
BLACK - KIDNEYS
Beans, black beans, soybeans, lentils, chickpeas, sauerkraut, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, mushrooms, ginseng, broccoli, goat cheese, salted olives, capers,
chestnuts, etc.
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29. Photo: Spa Olimia
SELFNESS OLIMIA
Life expectancy is increasing and so also grows the desire to stay
healthy and fit. Everybody wants to achieve a quality of life and be
active and agile in age. The team of Spa Olimia has developed a
sensational program called "Self Ness Olimia" a new combination of
diagnosis and therapy.
The combination of modern medicine, traditional Eastern teachings
and the latest self-regeneration techniques sound very promising. The
thermal water, demands some effort from the visitor whilst swimming
and as a drink it supports the natural pH balance of body.
At the Spa Olimia different therapies are applied. Particularly interesting
is the program "Better aging" - which has been created as a
countermeasure to the aging process.
People with back problems will love the treatment In Olimia. The health
centre also provides help for guests which are in convalescence after
surgery, or suffer of arthritis and sports injuries. The treatment rooms
feature a very high standard of the equipment.
For further information on the Internet, please click here: Selfness Olimia.
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30. WELLNESS ORHIDELIA
Wellness Orhidelia is the most modern part of the Spa Olimia. Extravagant coloring and much glass and wood offer a sensational recovery factor. Directly above the thermal baths is the spacious
sauna area. The "Wooden Fairyland" features the following saunas:
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The classic Finnish Sauna (80 °C - 100 °C)
The circulatory system-friendly Bio Sauna (45°C - 60°C)
The cleaning bath (38°C - 55°C)
The detoxifying infrared Sauna (50°C)
And of course spacious relaxation areas, plunge pool and hot tubs
will round up a wonderful sauna session.
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31. WELLNESS TERMALIJA
The spa Termalija features a varied sauna area, which is an experience
for every sauna friend. The four Finnish color saunas offer a temperature range of 70 °C - 100 °C:
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Violet Sauna - 70°C - 80°C.
Red Sauna - 80°C - 90°C
Natural Sauna - 85°C - 95°C (outside area)
Blue Sauna - 90°C - 100°C
In addition you will find four Turkish baths (steam saunas) with a temperature range between 40°C to 50°C. Depending on the nature of the
steam bath, the humidity is between 40% to 100%:
• Salt steam sauna - 40% humidity
• Green steam sauna - 90% humidity
• Orange steam sauna - 100% humidity
• Japanese steam bath - 100% humidity
Further facilities at the Wellness Termalija include:
• Laconium - 30 to 40% humidity
• Tepidarium - with a temperature of 37°C - 40°C
For swimmers Wellness Termalija offers more than 2000 m² outdoor
and indoor swimming pools, waterfalls, underwater massage and hot
tubs. The water temperature is between 28°C and 35°C.
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32. SPA & BEAUTY CENTRE ARMONIA
Right next to the swimming pool, you find the
entrance to the "beauty and relaxation temple" The offer is very extensive and will satisfy
the desires of every holiday maker:
Photo: Spa Olimia
• Hamam
• Water bed and baths: Cleopatra's bath,
bath in chocolate bath in goat's milk butter, dip in beer bath in Chardonnay, hay
bath, swim in algae and bathroom into nutritious oil.
• Individual baths
• Massages, massage Olimia, Tui-na, lymphatic drainage, hot stones, classic body
massage, La Stone Therapy, Pantai Luar,
Aromatherapy, Herbal Pantal, reflexology
on the feet and hands, Traditional Thai
massage and chair massage.
• Facial and body care.
At the Spa Olimia you can literally find all the
requirements for a stay that fully recharges
your batteries.
For further Information on the Internet, please
click here: Wellness Center Termalija.
Photo: Spa Olimia
Photo: Spa Olimia
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33. Both at the Spa Olimia itself, as well as in the
surrounding area there are many possibilities
for sport activities.
Photo: Spa Olimia
• Gym
• Swimming
• Tennis, Inline hockey, basketball, beach volleyball, badminton and boules
• Golf
• Hiking and Walking
• Cycling
For further information on the Internet, please click here:
Sport Spa Olimia
Photo: Spa Olimia
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34. 6
HISTORY
Podčetrtek lies in the region Lower Styria in Slovenia. Štajerska stands for Lower Styria and is the part of the former
Duchy of Styria, which lies between the lower River Mur and
River Sava. Since 1918, Lower Styria is part of Slovenia.

35. THE CASTLE
One can assume that was already a fortress
in 1050 on the site of the present monastery.
Over time, even the holy Hemma of Gurk
was one of the owners of the property. A
building was first documented at this point in
the year 1208. Count Hans Erasmus of Tattenbach built the building to a castle in the
Renaissance style.
More than hundred years later, in 1663 a convent for the Pauline monks from the Croatian
Lepoglava was established. In the year 1782
Emperor Franz Josef II dissolved the monastery and founded a parish. The building and
the lands passed later into the possession of
the Counts of Attems. Due to the high tax
burden (taxes were calculated on the numbers of windows), the Count had two wings
of the monastery demolished.
In recent decades, the monastery is in hands
of the Friars Minor.
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36. THE PHARMACY
As the Pauline monks moved in, in 1663, medicinal herbalism has been consistently operated. While there is no accurate record of
when the pharmacy began operations, one
can assume the it originated with the arrival
of the Pauline monks. Through the exciting
history of the building unfortunately a large
part of todays again restored paintings were
destroyed. The Minorities Padres brought
back the tradition of herbal medicine and
maintain the herb garden and create natural
remedies.
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37. CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION
The construction of the baroque church began in 1665. It took 10 years for completion.
The high altar is dedicated to the Blessed
Mother Mary. The altar is now one of the biggest "gold altars" in Slovenia. Before the altar
room there are two more altars, one is the
suffering of Christ and the second St. Paul
ordained.
The side chapel, which was built in 1760, is
dedicated to St. Francis. The altar is one of
the most beautiful in the country.
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38. CASTLE PODČETRTEK
On a hill above the village is the impressive
castle, which was first mentioned as far back
as the 12th Century. The fort has been renovated in the 18th Century by Count Attems, in
whose possession it remained until the end of
World War II. In the 15th Century the village
received the market right. Every Thursday
was the day for market and court sessions. In
Slovenian četrtek means Thursday, that's how
the village got his name. From the castle hill,
you get a fantastic view. The inside of the
bow came unfortunately lost over time.
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39. Photos: Spa Olimia
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40. 7
INFORMATION
This section contains general information, addresses and
trivia about the Slovenia. In addition, there are still hints
about the journey and source information.

41. Graphic: Spa Olimia
GETTING THERE
The Spa Olimia is easy reachable. Only about 60 km south of
Marburg and 115 kilometers east of Ljubljana, the spa is also ideal
for a weekend getaway.
BUS TRAVEL
Many bus companies offer trips to the Spa Olimia.
RAIL TRAVEL
From Celje the journey takes about 40 minutes. There is a railway-station right
in front of the spa is called "Atomske Toplice hot".
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42. DISTANCES TO SPA OLIMIA
6 - Graz
2 - Klagenfurt
3 - Maribor
DISTANCES
1 - Spa Olimia
4 - Celje
2 - Klagenfurt
1 - Spa Olimia
3 - Maribor
4 - Celje
5 - Ljubljana
5 - Ljubljana
6 - Graz
Just click on the name of the
town on the map, or use the
numbers at the bottom of the
map to see the location of the
city and the distance to Olimia.
7 - Zagreb
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43. SPIRIT SLOVENIJA
SPIRIT Slovenija is the national organization for tourism. Whatever
travellers or operators need to know on Slovenia, will be answered
through the regional offices.
There are offices in Slovenia, Germany, Austria, Italy, Great Britain
and Japan. A list with addresses and contact details can be found
on the next page.
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44. 1. SLOVENIA
4. ITALY
The Slovenian Tourist Board
Ufficio del Turismo Sloveno
Dimičeva 13
1000 Ljubljana
Telephone: +386 1 589 85 50
Fax: +386 1 589 85 60
Galleria Buenos Aires 1
I-20124 Milano
Telephone: +39 0229 51 11 87
Fax: +39 0229 51 40 71
Tourist info:
Tourist info:
Milano@spiritslovenia.si
Agencies and Press:
Milano@spiritslovenia.si
info@slovenia.info
2. GERMANY
Slowenisches Fremdenverkehrsamt
6. GREAT BRITAIN / IRELAND
Maximiliansplatz 12 a
D-80333 Munich
Telephone: +49 89 29 16 12 02
Fax: +49 89 29 16 12 73
Slovenian Tourist Board Information Office, London
Tourist info:
info@slovenia.info
10 Little College Street
SW1P 3SH London
Telephone: +44 870 225 53 05
Fax: +44 207 222 52 77
Agencies and Press:
Slowenien.de@spiritslovenia.si
Tourist info:
london@spiritslovenia.si
Agencies and Press:
london@spiritslovenia.si
3. AUSTRIA
Slowenisches Tourismusbüro
7. JAPAN
Opernring 1/R/4/447
A-1010 Vienna
Telephone: +43 1 7154 010
Fax: +43 1 7138 177
Slovenian Tourist Board Information Office Tokyo
Tourist info:
info@slovenia.info
Agencies and Press:
Slowenien.at@spiritslovenia.si
7-14-12 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku
107-0062
Tokyo
Telephone: +81 3 5468 2217
Fax: +81 3 5468 2217
Tourist info:
tokyo@spiritslovenia.si
Agencies and Press:
tokyo@spiritslovenia.si
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45. SPA OLIMIA
In this picture book I have tried to give you a closer look at the Spa
Olimia. By paging through the book, you will be able to find out how
the area of Podčetrtek looks like. Furthermore there are some movies
included. The natural landscape is ideal for a walk or a bike ride. At
the Spa Olimia you can relax and be pampered according to all the
rules of the art of wellness.
The film on the following page will takes about 7 minutes and
provides an summary of the area and the spa.
Sit back and enjoy the video.
Video: Spa Olimia
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47. AT THE END
The area around Podčetrtek radiates something homey and familiar. Everywhere you
meet friendly people, there are quaint inns and
historically interesting places.
What really stood out was the warmth of the
staff and the kindness of the locals. Not only in
the hotel where the waiter treated us after just
one day as a valued customer, even in the
area outside the spa you feel that a smile is "included in the price".
As a guest you do not feel as king, but as a
friend and that's worth much more.
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48. THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT
Rudolf J. Strutz
Photographer and Author
COPYRIGHT
The support of Iztok Prevolek on site and Jan
Ciglenečki from the Slovenian Tourist Office in
Vienna made the production of the first book
about Slovenia possible.
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