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2007/11/05

The mild weather in Bulgaria, at the end of October and the beginning of November will come to an end this week, which will set in with temperatures below zero and snowfalls, forecasts say.

The lowest temperatures - between 5-7C below zero - will be recorded in Northeastern Bulgaria and in the plains at higher altitudes.

The week will bring scattered rain showers in Northern Bulgaria that will turn to snowfalls.
Highs are set at between 3 and 8C and are expected to start to rise at the...

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2007/11/05

Rila national park, in Southern Bulgaria, recently joined the PAN Parks European network of protected territories, whose purpose is to preserve what is most valuable in the wildlife on the Old continent. This fact entitles the park to be promoted on world markets as one of the few European destinations for eco tourism within the framework of PAN Parks.

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2007/11/05

Bulgarian wines became one of the most desired drinks at an exhibition in Moscow where they were awarded nine medals.
Despite being represented by only five companies, Bulgaria tried to get its fame for precious wines in the eyes of the real connoisseurs.
Chardonnay of Villa Hissar winery and Merlot, Traminer and Cabernet Sauvignon of Terra Tangra are among the prize-winners at the fair.
The event was organized by the Russian National Association of the Alcohol Market Participants and the...

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2007/11/05

The total number of holiday home units in Bulgaria “increased dramatically” over the first half of 2007, a Colliers Bulgaria report showed.
Supply of holiday homes in the mountain resorts increased by 52 per cent with more than 10 000 new apartments offered in the market.
Nearly 80 per cent of new apartments were built in the Bansko resort and the area.
Another 13 500 newly built apartments were offered for sale in the coastal resorts over the same period, amounting to a 39 per cent increase,...

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2007/11/02

Winter season is on the way now and everybody is looking forward to spending cheerful and snowy holidays. Better hurry up and book a holiday, because covers in restaurants and bars for the New Year and the International Students' Day - December 8th are selling like hot cakes at low prices all around Bulgaria.
There are special packages offered in hotels and rural houses all over the country. The tourists can choose amongst a variety of offers, from mountain and sea resorts to rural and cultural...

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2007/11/02

Bulgaria expects profits accounting for 2.5 bln. EUR from its tourism branch until the end of the current year. This was the opinion of the chairman of the Bulgarian Tourism association, Mr. Tsvetan Tonchev, during the thirtieth edition of the "Tourism and leisure time fair", which is taking place in the port of Varna. This is a rise of 10-15%.

Theis news id good, but the more shocking opinion is that Bulgaria could rise its profits up to 10-12bln. EUR per year. This could happen only if a...

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2007/11/02

Five Bulgarian companies take part at the International Tourism Expo Ski & Board Salon ‘2007.

The event started yesterday and will continue till tomorrow, November 3 in Moscow, State Agency of Tourism (SAT) informed.

Bulgaria’s participation is based on the fact that Bulgaria has confirmed as Russian tourism destination, which offers high-quality of services in the ski resorts and attractive prices.

The unique tourism expo demonstrates latest achievements and novelties on the...

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2007/11/01

In open letter to the public of Balchik, in the Day of Bulgarian revival Leaders, the city received the price Golden Stamp for Unique European City.
Other cities that had received this honor are Florence and Strasbourg.

The award will be bestowed by NGO's: ‘Official representation of unique settlements in Europe' and ‘European Experts' Forum'.

The same organizations already had been awarding Balchik with golden map for saving the ancient historical and cultural heritage.

The prize...

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2007/10/31

From 01 to 05 November the municipalities of Haskovo and Kardjali will participate in International Tourism Fair in Lugano, Switzerland. The Bulgarian stand will be under the motto “Bulgaria – the Sacred Land of Orpheus”.

The international tourism fair in Lugano is one of the most prestigious in Europe. This year the 1600 exhibitors will be presented on an area of 12 000 square metres.

Besides Haskovo and Kardjali, Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa will also take part in the exhibition. The...

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2007/10/31

The municipality and the citizens of Bansko ski resort will polish the city for the opening of the new winter season in the middle of December.

The people from Bansko will clean streets, pavements, green areas from rubbish. This is municipality initiative, which aims to transform Bansko in a cozy place for tourists.

The resort won't be in dust and dirt. Local people already used to the idea they should work harder for one more friendly image of the resort, shared Aleksander Kravarov,...

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