On Friday, April 7, 2023, Slovenia will be celebrated at the home match of Dallas Mavericks vs. Chicago Bulls at the second “I Feel Slovenia” Night at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The basketball game will feature the NBA team of the amazing Slovenian player, Luka Dončić.

I feel Slovenia Night is part of a two-year partnership agreement with the Dallas Mavericks. A set of unique events to promote business, sports, science and tourism opportunities for the American market in Slovenia will take place between 6 and 8 April in Dallas, Texas. Next to I Feel Slovenia Night, the Business Investment Conference and the Slovenian Tourism Workshop will be held on 6 April.

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As a warm-up, we invite you to browse through exciting stories about Slovenia and discover the homeland of Luka Dončić. Also, you have a chance to win great prizes. 

I Feel Slovenia Night

The second-to-last game of the regular part of this year’s NBA season will feature the teams of the Dallas Mavericks and Chicago Bulls.

During the event, the Slovenian central national brand, I feel Slovenia, will be highlighted in the most prominent places in the American Airlines Arena, such as the LED screens along the court, on the basketball structure and on both levels of the arena.

Promotional activities will be carried out during the half-time break and the half-time show. Promotional materials will be distributed to fans at American Airlines Arena before and after the spectacle, and the Dallas Mavericks will highlight the event on all of their communication channels.

Take a walk down memory lane and watch the highlights from 2022.

Luka Dončić, the ambassador of Slovenian tourism

Embark on a journey to discover the homeland of Luka Dončić, his achievements and his favourite places in Slovenia.

WHEN I WANT TO SHOW SLOVENIA TO MY FRIENDS, IT'S REALLY DIFFICULT TO CHOOSE FROM AMONG ALL THE MANY BEAUTIFUL PLACES.

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How well do you know Luka Dončić and his homeland, Slovenia? Get answers right and win great prizes.

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A Podcast with renowned ESPN basketball reporter, Tim MacMahon

Anyone who follows NBA basketball news knows Tim MacMahon. He’s among the world’s best-known basketball reporters. Dr Noah Charney caught up with him on the last day of his visit to Slovenia, last autumn. They talked about what he saw during his first trip to Slovenia and about his time covering basketball, Goran Dragic and Luka Doncic.

 
 

Feel the beat of Slovenia’s sporting heart

Small in size, but big when it comes to sports. Find out why Slovenia is the homeland to so many top athletes.

Slovenia is a country of world-class athletes

Experience the active Slovenia and get to know its sporting heart.

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Reasons for Slovenian sporting success at the international level

We present some reasons why Slovenia is successful in the field of sports.

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Active holidays

Discover the world of active outdoor adventures in Slovenia.

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Green story of Slovenia

Plan your holidays in green.

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The USA market: tourism data

The USA are one of the most important distant markets for Slovenian tourism with excellent growth potential. The average daily spend of American guests in Slovenia is €158, while the average spend per trip is €1288. This means that the consumption of American tourists is significantly above the average. What is more, US tourists on average spend 8.4 nights in Slovenia.

The US market is also recovering rapidly after the Covid-19 epidemic. Last year, Slovenia recorded 116,944 tourist arrivals from the US, 201% more than the year before and 21% less than in 2019, when the number of US tourists visiting Slovenia was at a record high. The number of overnight stays by US tourists reached 267,131 last year, 180% more than the previous year and 17% below 2019.

Discover Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia

Ljubljana is a lively green capital of Slovenia and also the place where Luka Dončić spent his childhood. The city of thousands of events is surrounded by parks and areas of protected nature.

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Slovenia at a glance

Slovenia is located in the heart of Europe. Learn interesting facts about this green country and what you can experience, feel and explore in it.

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Currency

The Slovenian currency is the Euro.

Communication

In addition to Slovenian, most people in Slovenia speak English.

Arriving in Slovenia

It takes 2 hours to fly from London to Ljubljana.

Distances

In Slovenia, you can swim in the sea in the morning and climb mountains in the afternoon.

Top 10 sights

Must-see attractions in green Slovenia!

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Slovenia Unique Experiences

Enter the world of original adventures.

Slovenia Unique Experiences

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Food and wine

Love is experienced through the stomach.

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Arts and Culture

Slovenia boasts a rich cultural tradition.

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