
Very popular since the mid 2000s, Bratislava is in Vogue again as the prices are offering better value than it has done in several years. That coupled with easier flights (you can fly to Bratislava or Vienna) have put the city back on centre stage! Bratislava's a stunning destination, it's cobbled streets housing numerous, bars and restaurants. The target shooting is not to be missed and the hotels are comfortable!
| language: | Slovak |
| population: | 450,000 |
| time difference: | GMT +1 |
| flight time: | 2 hours 15 minutes |
| currency: | Slovak Crown or Koruna, symbol SKK |
| exchange rate: | €1 : 30 SKK (see www.xe.com for up to the minute exchange rates) |
| climate: | mild with hot summers and sharp winters, see here |
| tipping: | 10% is standard for good service, taxis round up to nearest 10. |
| cost of a pint: | from 35 SKK |
| not to be missed: | mud wrestling, target shooting, rafting, strip dinner |
| visas*: | not required for EU passport holders, varies for other nationalities (* always check) |
| Bratislava airport: | 20 minutes |
| Vienna (Austria) airport: | 50 minutes |
| tourist trail: | Bratislava Castle, St Martin’s Cathedral, The Primate’s Palace |
| must have: | travel insurance (including health), European health insurance card |
| gifts to bring home: | wine |
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