Pros and Cons of Living in Slovenia
Last updated on Jan 08, 2024
Summary: The pros of living in Slovenia include its stunning natural beauty, with mountains, forests, and lakes, as well as its vibrant culture and friendly people. The country also has a strong economy and a high quality of life. Additionally, Slovenia is a safe and secure country with a low crime rate. On the other hand, the cost of living in Slovenia can be quite high, and the country is relatively small, so there may be fewer job opportunities than in larger countries.
What are the pros and cons of living in Slovenia?
Expats, digital nomads and retirees living in Slovenia responded:
"Expats and digital nomads living in Slovenia appreciate the country's stunning natural beauty, with its mountains, lakes, and forests. They also enjoy the country's vibrant culture, with its many festivals, museums, and galleries. Additionally, they appreciate the low cost of living, with affordable housing and food. On the other hand, some expats and digital nomads may find the language barrier to be a challenge, as Slovenian is the official language. Additionally, the country's small size may make it difficult to find a wide variety of activities and entertainment," said one in Slovenia.
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What do expats in Slovenia appreciate most about the local culture?
"No crime, great accessibility to other countries via train, good food, good wine. No traffic. Merchants operate on the honor system. Big Bang which is the electronics store, trusts you to walk your new electronic item to the front register on the floor below. Did I mention no guns, no crime," said one expat in Bled.
"Expats in Slovenia appreciate the country's rich cultural heritage, which includes a variety of traditional festivals, music, and art. They also enjoy the friendly and welcoming nature of the locals, who are always willing to help out and share their knowledge. Additionally, expats appreciate the stunning natural beauty of Slovenia, with its mountains, lakes, and forests. Finally, expats enjoy the country's excellent cuisine, which is a mix of traditional and modern dishes," said a person living in Slovenia.
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What do expats find most challenging?
"There is also a bit of nihilism here on the part of population who longs for the good old days with Tito and who are paid very poorly for the most part, even the professionals," replied an expat in Bled.
"Expats in Slovenia often find the local culture to be quite different from what they are used to. The language barrier can be a challenge, as Slovenian is not widely spoken outside of the country. Additionally, the local customs and etiquette can be difficult to navigate, as they are quite different from those of other countries. Expats may also find it difficult to adjust to the slower pace of life in Slovenia, as well as the more relaxed attitude towards punctuality. Finally, the cost of living in Slovenia can be higher than in other countries, making it difficult for expats to adjust to the local economy," remarked one in Slovenia.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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