Slovakia is a charming landlocked country in Central Europe. With a population of around 5.4 million people, it’s a relatively small, the capital, Bratislava, sits along the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary, making it a key cultural and economic hub. The country covers about 49,000 square kilometers, roughly the size of the U.S. state of New Hampshire, yet it packs in dramatic landscapes—from the peaks of the High Tatras to vast caves and rolling vineyards.
Economically, Slovakia has transformed since its independence in 1993 (after the peaceful split of Czechoslovakia)…