Samoplačniški PCR test – kje so trenutno najcenejši?

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Zadnji dve leti je PCR test postal nekakšna stalnica, ki jo moramo popotniki vkalkulirati v ceno potovanj. Jaz mu rečem kar (draga) turistična taksa. Negativen PCR test je pogoj za vstop v večino držav izven evropske unije, hitra širitev različice Omicron pa je v zadnjih tednih spremenila potovalne razmere tudi znotraj Evrope. Temu so se hitro »prilagodili« tudi številni ponudniki PCR testov v Sloveniji, nekateri so jih celo začeli zaračunavati po nerazumno visokih cenah. Najdražji samoplačniški PCR test trenutno stane 150 evrov, kar je 2,2-krat več od najcenejšega.

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The Wave hike – How to win The Lottery

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Some of you’ve seen it on Instagram, others remember it from Windows 7 desktop wallpaper. This wonderful structure on the photo above is called The Wave and it has become one of the most desired hiking goals in the past decade. That’s right, most desired, not most hiked. Because you don’t just hike The Wave – you need to win the lottery first. In this post you’ll find out everything you need to know about The Wave hike, including the detailed guide to the walk-in lottery system. Unfortunately, you won’t learn how to win The Wave Lottery, because you can’t cheat the system. That was just a teaser to get you here, sorry. 😛

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Angels Landing hike

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Here’s an embarrassing confession: the night before my first Angels Landing confrontation in 2019, I watched a YouTube video about the hike and almost had a nervous breakdown. I literally cried and even started writing a farewell letter to my parents. Luckily, Ales managed to calm me down, and I decided I’d hike as far as I felt safe. To cut a long story short, I made it safely to the top and back. Not only once, but three times – I did it again in 2021 and 2025! 😉

So, what is it about the Angels Landing hike that makes it so iconic? Is it really that difficult? Is there an easier way to reach the summit? And last but not least, is it worth the trouble? In this post, I will tell you everything you need to know about the Angels Landing hike.

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Hotel Review: The View hotel at Monument Valley (Utah, USA)

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Imagine that Monument Valley was something you’ve always wanted to see. Now imagine searching “where to stay in Monument Valley” and these words appear on your screen: “The view from each guestroom at The View Hotel is unlike anywhere else in the world. It is worth a journey from across the US or from the other side of the world.” And finally, imagine yourself not booking a room there. CAN you, seriously? Me neither!

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5 things to do in Arches National Park

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If you’re planning a road trip to Utah, Arches National Park is something that cannot be missed in your itinerary. This beautiful park, full of natural bridges in different shades of red is one of the most popular US national parks, for many reasons. First, it is small and you can easily do it in one day. Second, it’s on the way to other Southern Utah and Arizona attractions, including Canyonlands, Dead Horse State Park and Monument Valley. And last, but not the least, it is unique and simply beautiful. In this post you will find best 5 things to do in Arches National Park, including practical tips and important information.

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Lodge review: Red Cliffs Lodge (Moab, Utah)

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Utah is home to some of the United States’ most popular national parks. If your Utah itinerary includes Arches and Canyonlands national park, it is a good idea to stay somewhere in or near Moab. We stayed in Red Cliffs Lodge, which looked absolutely gorgeous on the web page. I admit, I felt for the photos. In this post you will find a detailed review of Red Cliffs lodge and see why it’s rated as one of the top places to stay in Moab.

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5 things to do in Phoenix

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So, you’re traveling to Phoenix, Arizona and you’re not sure what to do there? Well, me neither! 😀 Jokes aside, if you are an urban type of tourist, you will have to search for “things to do in Phoenix” somewhere else. But if you are somewhat like me, a nature lover and occasional shopaholic, you came to the right place. The capital of Arizona was the starting point and finish line on our USA road trip in October 2021. While searching for things to do in greater Phoenix area, I came up with the itinerary that involved a bit of everything. Here are 5 things to do in Phoenix for those who want so spend their days away from the hustle and bustle.

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