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GOLF HEAVEN AT ROYAL BLED

In the foothills of the Julian Alps, Bled is a small Slovenian town set along the glacial Lake Bled. This serene, picturesque setting attracts athletes, business travelers, wellness seekers and keen golfers. Royal Bled caters to all of the above: The world-class resort is comprised of the renowned 18-hole King’s Course and the nine-hole Lake Course, along with excellent practice facilities including a driving range and golf academy; a divine restaurant that focuses on seasonal produce; a pro shop that stocks the finest in contemporary and traditional fairway fashion and technical sportswear; a fully equipped gym; and boutique accommodations — all in the shadow of the Slovenian Alps and surrounded by verdant countryside. The course first opened in 1937: After the First World War, then-Yugoslav King Aleksander

Photos Aleš Fevžer, Miran Kambic