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TST: Soon you will open a tourist resort, the Eco Resort beneath Velika Planina, in the village of Godič pri Kamniku. What is your idea and what is the tourist offer?

Matjaž Zorman: I've been preparing for five years for this project. When I've travelled, I've seen resorts and villages throughout Europe that are all the similar and do not consider the ethnological value as we have and, as such, we will also be a novelty in Slovenia and abroad. In terms of preserving cultural heritage, the value of this resort is immense. The resort will be opened in September 2016 and will consist of around 30 houses, 20 Glamping tents, a biological swimming pond and next to the resort there will be a wildlife zoo. In the zoo there will be autochthonous Slovenian animals, a biological swimming pond, a beach near the Kamniška Bistrica River which is the second cleanest river in Slovenia, a small wellness centre and much more.

TST: How will the tourist offer introduce guests to the tradition of Velika Planina?

Matjaž Zorman: The resort is based on the symbol of Velika Planina where we introduce its tradition and ethnological value. Guest accommodation is based on the architecture of the huts on Velika Planina, as is the overall design of the ethnological resort.
We will offer our own seasonal organic vegetables, all the food products that will be offered in our gastronomic shop and market will be produced in the subsistence gardens of the surrounding farms.

TST: What activities will the resort offer and what is the profile of the guests that you want to attract?

Matjaž Zorman: Through the story of the small farm we want to acquaint guests with autochthonous Slovenian animals. There will be different workshops for adults and children, presenting traditional customs and habits such as milking cows, cheese production, care of the animals, etc. The resort will offer water activities as we will have a biological swimming pond and a beach beside the crystal clear waters of the Kamniška Bistrica River.
In the mini-wellness centre, guests will be able to relax in the sauna, have a massage or even kneipping.

With the activities within the Eco Resort beneath Velika Planina, we will create a welcoming atmosphere for families and individuals. With the ethnological activities, which will take place on sustainability-oriented elements, we will care for all generations. Everyone will find a place for tranquility, adventure and activities.

TST: Why did you choose Glamping and from which countries do expect guests?

Matjaž Zorman: The Eco Resort beneath Velika Planina is so-called Glamping as we want to offer holidays in a completely natural environment and at the same time a high level of comfort. With the additional offer we will follow the criteria and requirements of the modern tourist.

We expect guests from all around the world, particularly the slightly more demanding guests who are looking for new experiences, a high quality offer and, at the same time, wish to experience a holiday in unspoiled nature, in an environment coloured by tradition and with a wide range of activities.