Soncna Hisa

Activities

• Indulge yourself at the in-house wellness centre. There's a whole host of treatments to try out, 2 types of sauna (Finnish and bio-herbal), an outdoor Jacuzzi and various loungers to stretch out on and doze. The room is tranquil, both in décor and atmosphere, and robes, slippers, drinks and towels are provided (be warned though, the Ayurvedic hot-oil massage is a naked one, something we weren't expecting!)
  
  
• Take a thermal spa; the region is famous for its natural hot springs, and the nearest one is in the village
  
  
• Read a book on the outdoor terrace, have a coffee and chat to other guests in the lounge, or retreat to your suite to watch TV
  
  
• Explore the region; although this side of Slovenia is less well known and not as spectacular as the Soca Valley, there's still plenty to do. Go for a picnic on Love Island, visit the local vineyards for some wine tasting (the local Sipon grape is wonderful), or go to a stables and see the beautiful palomino Lipizzan horses. Reception can organise bespoke day trips with excellent guides, as well as golf, fishing and hot-air balloon rides
  
  
• Borrow a bike and explore independently. You can pedal right to the river and take the traditional cable ferry over to Love Island, or go kayaking and rafting down the rapids
  
  
• Go hiking; the flat plains offer excellent walking by the river, through forests, and via the small but picturesque villages of the Prlekija region