Holidays without frantic rushing, with interesting experiences for all family members

“Just running around wildly – no, that’s not for us.”

Tjaša from Kranj (34 years old) says her family likes to go to places where they can swim and be in nature. “Our seven-year-old and three-year-old are lively, they enjoy being in the water, but we don’t like large pool complexes because it’s hard to keep them under control there. In big water parks there is just constant running around. We prefer smaller thermal pools where it is calmer and we can keep track of what is happening so that we parents can also rest a bit. We also like that it is clean and has a nice atmosphere. At Terme Dolenjske Toplice, for example, everything is very nicely arranged and they have just the right amount of playground equipment so it is interesting for the children and they can play calmly and creatively.”

“After an active day, pampering feels good”

Mare from Ljubljana (39 years old) enjoys cycling with his family during holidays. “We rent bikes, so it is important for us that they also have child seats and helmets, and that they advise us on what we can visit. After a cycling trip, swimming and a sauna visit feel really good.”

“Yes,” adds his wife Nataša (38 years old), “first a trip into nature, then enjoying the pools and saunas. In Dolenjske Toplice, at the very end of the day, we also treated ourselves to a fragrant massage bath, as they even have a whirlpool tub in the bedroom.”

Matej from Žalec (45 years old): “My wife and I chose the Zen program for the two of us, in saunas with a view, and we were able to relax and enjoy two hours alone; the experience was additionally enhanced by a sound bath.”

At Vitarium Spa & Beauty wellness centre there is the luxury of as many as six saunas, with a unique Japanese thermal bath, a jacuzzi, an outdoor sauna with a terrace, and a zen room with water beds and plenty of space for resting.

Meta from Nova Gorica (40 years old): “I like the artistic Hotel Balnea. The interior is calming, yet interesting and fun. Our nine-year-old also noticed the unusual graphics and funny signs. I especially liked the saunas and mindfulness exercises, while Roku enjoyed the evening concert and the outdoor thermal pool with swim-out access. The food is also excellent; they offer a good selection of healthy dishes as well as local specialties. Most of it is organic and local.”

Taja from Brežice (8 years old): “I like that I can choose my own desserts and other food. Because everything is prepared in a healthy way, my mom doesn’t nag about what I can or cannot take. I also really enjoy joining the parties with Medo Tedo, when we dance hip hop or go treasure hunting.”

Simon and Urša from Grosuplje (44 years old) – with two school-aged children they come for a few days at least once a year to Terme Dolenjske Toplice, and sometimes even just for a day. “The swimming complex is very nicely designed and clean, and both restaurants – the pool and hotel ones – have a great offer for us. There is a large selection and enough quantity, since we are all good eaters. We like the pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff.”

During their stay at Terme Dolenjske Toplice, adults and children can also participate free of charge in various exercises and treatments aimed at increasing mindfulness and vitality. Practices such as forest and sound baths, mindful walking, heart coherence exercises, and breathing exercises help with dealing with everyday challenges and building relationships. For younger children, the sound fairy tale is especially interesting, while older children enjoy the sound bath; both strengthen mindfulness and focus skills.

Lovro from Tolmin (7 years old): “On the meadow we listened to a sound fairy tale and then played these cool instruments—the ocean drum, Koshi bells, kalimba, gong—it was awesome.”