From the pine-clad ski resorts of Pamporovo and Bansko to the glistening sun-kissed beach resorts on the Black Sea. A country so many still consider “off the beaten track”, Bulgaria is more accessible than you might think, very affordable and incredibly beautiful. Bulgaria has a unique charm, from the stunning natural attractions, quaint towns and …
A beautiful, ancient fishing village perched on a narrow peninsula above the glistening Black Sea. This is Sozopol Bulgaria Summer Holidays in Bulgaria We have spent a lot of time in Bulgaria, exploring mountain villages, towns and cities but had never made it to the coast. Our first introduction to the Bulgarian coast and …
Discover the Cities on the Danube on an Eastern Europe River Cruise 40 years of communism, followed by horrific civil wars have meant much of Eastern Europe has been virtually closed to the last two generations of tourists and travellers. Eastern Europe Today, Eastern Europe is shedding its bleak past and emerging as the new …
Bulgaria is becoming an increasingly popular ski destination. Word is getting out about the very affordable prices and stunning wintery landscapes. The Bulgarian ski season runs from approx mid-Dec – mid-May with heavy snowfall on the highest peaks, sometimes right into June. Throw in extensive snowmaking facilities, and you know why Bulgaria is attracting skiers …
Is Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s culture capital? Named the European Capital for Culture 2019, It is quite likely Plovdiv will surpass Sofia as Bulgaria’s new cultural capital. The second largest city in Bulgaria, we were immediately enamoured with this pretty city. Much in the way Riga, Latvia’s culture capital won our hearts. Let’s look at the best …