Croatia Summer Safety: Slovak police officers will again be deployed to Croatia to help Slovak holidaymakers, with 8 officers split into July and August rotations, offering on-the-ground support and help contacting local authorities. LGBTQ Travel Warning: A new LGBTQ Risk Map 2026 says conditions worsened for LGBTQ travelers in several countries, including Slovakia, with legal and social risks rising in parts of Europe and beyond—while Western Europe stays the safest. Rail Boost for Central Europe: Leo Express plans a new daily direct train from 25 June 2026 linking Frankfurt am Main and Przemyśl near the Ukraine border, with stops including Prague, Krakow and Bratislava-area connections, aiming to make the trip a low-cost alternative to flights. Culture & Heritage in Bratislava: A travelling exhibition on the Gutenberg Bible and early Cyrillic printing opens 7 June in Bratislava’s Devin district, with workshops, liturgy, a concert, and a guided tour of Devin Castle. Wildlife on the Trails: A brown bear attack seriously injured a hiker on a Slovak trail; authorities urged visitors to avoid the area and set up monitoring. Air Travel Shake-up: Ryanair cut flights at 19 UK and EU airports, so passengers are advised to double-check schedules before flying. Slovakia–India Ties: Slovakia and India signed agreements to ease diplomatic mission operations, including visa-free travel for diplomatic passport holders and work rights for family members. Bratislava’s Rail Connections: Czech Railways expands the Ex41 “Slovan” service between Prague and Bratislava from mid-June, with faster links for travellers from the Zlín region.