Regular readers will know that Bulgaria features at the top of nearly every survey into the cheapest destinations in Europe. But there’s more to the eastern European country than its price tag. Allow us to introduce you to the reasons Bulgaria really should be your next holiday. 1. It’s cheap as chips First things first, let’s address the cost. Sunny Beach, one of the country’s most popular beach...
Bansko municipal administration are about to launch a free mobile application "I Mayor". The platform allows active citizens to report on specific issues in the city and get quick feedback from the administration. By "I-mayor" can quickly and easily to capture and report various problems: pollution, damaged roads, improper parking, technical malfunctions, abandoned animals, crime, or any other problem that...
Tom Hines, Head of Political Section at the Embassy, delivered a talk to the Bulgarian Industrial Capital Association (Асоциация на индустриалния капитал в България) on 24 March. Tom explained to the business the UK’s objectives in the upcoming negotiations for our departure of the EU and presented the UK’s views on the future relations with the EU. He stressed...
During the last 15 years, I have lived in 6 different countries, often in amazing places like Munich, London, St. Petersburg, Salzburg and the Silicon Valley. And I traveled to at least 35 more countries to explore what the world has to offer. But now some of my friends are wondering why I moved to a Bansko, a small mountain village in Bulgaria, of all places and I will share with you how I decided that...
Extraordinary compliments from FIS were given to BFSki and “Yulen” for the debut of Bansko in the World Snowboard Cup. The race director of the competitions Uve Bayer expressed superlatives for the organization, preparation, tracks and the conduction of the starts during the only one in the calendar long weekend. Top selection! Apartments for sale in Bansko! Check here This, the enormous...
According to sources Pirinsko.com 2 deputy mayors of Bansko Sashka Vachkova and Stoycho Banenski will leave the team of Mayor Ikonomov after a series of scandals in the resort municipality. At this point the reasons are unclear however we expect an official statement from the municipal administration of Bansko in due course. Top selection! Apartments for sale in Bansko! Check...
If you’re planning a winter ski or snowboarding holiday, don’t miss out on the fun! Avoid injury and expensive medical costs by following our winter guidance. insurance Travel insurance Make sure your insurance covers the activities you want to do. Medical costs and returning to the UK unexpectedly can be very expensive. Many policies will not cover damage to rental equipment or skiing off-piste...
Infographic compares a trip for four to the French resort of Courchevel against Bulgaria's Bansko ski region Flights to Bansko cost more but a one-week hotel stay is ten times cheaper - £335 compared to £3,502 A bottle of wine in Courchevel will set you back £250, whereas in Bansko it will cost only £3.50 Skiing is expensive at the best of times - but if you're looking for a bargain this...
Lovers of snow sports wishing to get on the slopes will pay a nominal fee for use of the facilities at the ski area. Marking the occasion Ulen declared preferential prices for a one-day lift card for children aged 12 years (including) will cost 1lv, Adults and students will pay just 10lv to use ski lifts The world day of snow is a global initiative International Ski Federation (Fis) which promote skis as...
Every school child smiled when given the big news: No school until Monday, January 9th, 2017. The education ministry finally accepted a suggestion by the Health Inspectorate to extend the Christmas vacation for several reasons: The flu is spreading, so far in 4 Bulgarian regions. Chances are, it will spread further. The authorities are alarmed, since the annual influenza epidemic is hitting the country a...
