Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I finally visited Slovenia, one of Europe’s smaller and more overlooked countries, and was genuinely surprised by how much I loved it.
From the clean streets and green spaces to the calm, understated lifestyle, I felt incredibly safe and comfortable.. even walking around at night.
But I wanted to know more: How do Slovenians see themselves? Balkan or Central European? And what actually makes Slovenia culturally unique?
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:52 Why Slovenia surprised me
1:20 My experience with the "Balkan" mentality
3:15 Slovenia's history
3:55 Asking Slovenians if they consider themselves Balkan or not?
7:53 My personal thoughts on Slovenia
9:17 Chatting to an American-Slovenian couple
11:15 Is Slovenia more understated?
12:03 How safe is Slovenia?
13:20 The perks of living in Slovenia
13:30 Slovenia is at the top for drinking in Europe?
14:55 Why Slovenia is one of the best countries to live in
Filmed in: Slovenia
I finally visited Slovenia, one of Europe’s smaller and more overlooked countries, and was genuinely surprised by how much I loved it.
From the clean streets and green spaces to the calm, understated lifestyle, I felt incredibly safe and comfortable.. even walking around at night.
But I wanted to know more: How do Slovenians see themselves? Balkan or Central European? And what actually makes Slovenia culturally unique?
Say hi to Aaron and Petra: instagram.com/lifewithaaronarnold
❤️ RESOURCES & DIGITAL GUIDES
📚 Dating Guides & Playbooks: Grab our European dating guides to understand regional social codes and attraction: https://payhip.com/DatingBeyondBorder...
☕ Dating in Scandinavia? Read my book "Sex Before Coffee": https://shorturl.at/rwIK2
✉️ DBB Newsletter: Join our inner circle for cultural deep-dives:https://datingbeyondborders.eo.page/n...
🧳 ON THE ROAD: TRAVEL LOGISTICS
🛂 Secure your visas hassle-free via iVisa: bit.ly/4fgG3Rh
📶 Skip airport SIM card scams and use Holafly: bit.ly/4vnrwco (Code: DATINGBEYONDBORDERS for 5% off)
💸 Best exchange rates when you send money abroad with Wise: bit.ly/4wCdF2U
🚌 How I travel across Europe by bus & train:
• Compare routes and book transit: https://omio.tpo.lv/ijzZSYqw (Use code TRAVEL7 for 7% off your first booking — active until July 31st!)
🏨 My Go-To for Accommodations:
• Find the best places to stay: https://booking.tpo.lv/m7VmVg3a (Applies your personal Genius loyalty perks & free cancellation automatically)
⚙️ BEHIND THE SCENES CREATOR GEAR
📷 The interview camera & mic I use on the road: amzn.to/44pWbe8
🎵 Music I use in the videos: bit.ly/2TqSmBE (first month FREE)
🎬 Transitions & video assets: https://1.envato.market/m5JjYO
Dating Beyond Borders is a Youtube channel that focuses on highlighting the cultural differences that come into play while dating people from other countries.
Videos out every Thursday - hit the bell button to receive notifications! 🔔
Follow DBB on Social Media!
Facebook: bit.ly/2K6uezQ
Instagram: bit.ly/313MSO9
TikTok: bit.ly/3D6Cha0
Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:52 Why Slovenia surprised me
1:20 My experience with the "Balkan" mentality
3:15 Slovenia's history
3:55 Asking Slovenians if they consider themselves Balkan or not?
7:53 My personal thoughts on Slovenia
9:17 Chatting to an American-Slovenian couple
11:15 Is Slovenia more understated?
12:03 How safe is Slovenia?
13:20 The perks of living in Slovenia
13:30 Slovenia is at the top for drinking in Europe?
14:55 Why Slovenia is one of the best countries to live in
Filmed in: Slovenia
