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New Bulgaria-Azerbaijan Direct Flights: Travel Made Easy with Bulgaria Air and AZAL

In May 2024, Bulgaria Air signed a key agreement and launched a new codeshare agreenment with Azerbaijan Airlines /AZAL/, which opened a direct air route between the capitals of both countries

Business » Tourism | June 4, 2024, Tuesday // 12:26 | Viewed: 3358

Can You Guess How Little a Week at Bulgaria's Beach Resorts Costs?

The summer tourist season has commenced, and hotels along Bulgaria's Northern Black Sea coast are already welcoming guests

Business » Tourism | June 4, 2024, Tuesday // 11:36 | Viewed: 4092

Wizz Air Expands Varna Operations with Four New Destinations

Wizz Air is expanding its operations from Varna Airport by introducing four new destinations and increasing the frequency of flights to existing ones

Business » Tourism | June 3, 2024, Monday // 12:08 | Viewed: 4925

Eye-Opening Comparison: Sofia's Restaurant Costs vs. Europe's

A recent comparison by the Bulgarian daily "Telegraph" reveals that indulging in a sandwich and a beer in Sofia's city center can leave a considerable dent in your wallet

Business » Tourism | May 31, 2024, Friday // 12:19 | Viewed: 8026

Bulgaria Turns to Nepal and Bangladesh for Tourism Workers Amid Labor Shortage

Acting Minister of Tourism Evtim Miloshev addressed Bulgaria's labor shortage, particularly acute in the tourism sector, highlighting the need for an estimated 27,000 workers for the upcoming summer season

Business » Tourism | May 30, 2024, Thursday // 11:37 | Viewed: 3217

Bulgarian Travel Trends: More Outbound Trips, Moderate Inbound Visits

In April 2024, the number of trips made by Bulgarian citizens to other countries increased by 4.9% compared to the same period in 2023

Business » Tourism | May 29, 2024, Wednesday // 12:09 | Viewed: 2350

Bulgarians' Travel Habits Revealed: Food Expenses Dominate

In the first quarter, according to data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI), 1,068 million Bulgarians embarked on tourism journeys, marking a 5.7% increase compared to the previous year

Business » Tourism | May 27, 2024, Monday // 12:02 | Viewed: 2746

Bulgaria Anticipates Strong Summer Season with 10% Rise in Tourists

A promising summer season with a 10% increase in tourists compared to last year is anticipated, according to Konstantin Zankov, a marketing and business consultant in tourism, speaking to the national radio

Business » Tourism | May 26, 2024, Sunday // 10:00 | Viewed: 4588

Bulgaria Ranks 40th in Global Tourism Destination Index

Bulgaria has secured the 40th spot in the global ranking of tourist destinations

Business » Tourism | May 23, 2024, Thursday // 09:48 | Viewed: 3835

Bulgarian Tourism Sees Strong Start, Faces Staffing Challenges

Coastal hoteliers are increasing employee wages by at least 20% to address the staff shortage

Business » Tourism | May 20, 2024, Monday // 14:34 | Viewed: 4236

End of an Era: Simeonovo Lift on Vitosha Mountain in Sofia Ceases Operations Forever

The Simeonovo lift, located on Vitosha Mountain, has ceased operations permanently due to unavailability of necessary parts

Business » Tourism | May 17, 2024, Friday // 12:45 | Viewed: 8791

French President Macron Recommends Varna as a Must-Visit Destination

French President Emmanuel Macron has designated Varna as one of his favored travel destination

Business » Tourism | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 11:13 | Viewed: 3806

Wizz Air Introduces New Varna to London Gatwick Route

"Wizz Air" has unveiled a fresh route from Varna to London Gatwick Airport, marking an expansion in its flight offerings

Business » Tourism | May 15, 2024, Wednesday // 10:46 | Viewed: 4107

Pristine Bulgarian Coastline: 23 Beaches Receive 'Blue Flag' Honors

The "Blue Flag" program's international jury has recognized the excellence of 23 Bulgarian beaches and the Marina "Dinevi" by awarding them with the prestigious certificate

Business » Tourism | May 13, 2024, Monday // 16:27 | Viewed: 3351

Bulgaria's Seaside Struggle: Shortage of Lifeguards and Medics Threatens Summer Season

The seaside resorts of Bulgaria are facing an urgent shortage of lifeguards and medical personnel, exacerbated by new regulations mandating a higher presence of medical specialists at rescue stations

Business » Tourism | May 12, 2024, Sunday // 09:48 | Viewed: 3069

Ryanair Expands Operations from Bulgaria with 5 New Destinations

Ryanair has announced plans to base its fourth aircraft at Sofia Airport and introduce flights to five new destinations this summer season

Business » Tourism | May 8, 2024, Wednesday // 17:04 | Viewed: 18093

Wizz Air is Expanding its Holiday Network from Bulgaria with a New Route: From Sofia to Heraklion

Passengers can now book tickets for attractions, museums, tours, sports matches, live events and theater performances through the Wizz Air website and app

Business » Tourism | May 3, 2024, Friday // 11:00 | Viewed: 4273

Bulgaria Air Offers Seasonal Flights to Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca and Malaga

It's that time of year when the sun rises earlier, the days are warmer, and the desire for rest and adventure calls more and more often

Business » Tourism | May 2, 2024, Thursday // 10:00 | Viewed: 3809

Direct Low-Cost Flights Connect Istanbul and Sofia

In a significant stride towards enhancing connectivity between Turkey and Bulgaria, the launch of direct flights between Istanbul and Sofia marks a milestone in air travel

Business » Tourism | April 30, 2024, Tuesday // 11:05 | Viewed: 5429

Bulgarian Travel Abroad Surges: Turkey, Greece, and Romania Top Destinations

In March, there was a significant uptick in Bulgarians traveling abroad, marking a 19.1% increase from the previous year, amounting to 679.1 thousand trips

Business » Tourism | April 29, 2024, Monday // 13:09 | Viewed: 6787

Sofia Airport's Terminal 3 Construction Set to Begin in Early 2026

The director of "SOF Connect," the airport's concessionaire, stated to BNR that Sofia Airport anticipates accommodating 7.4 million passengers this year

Business » Tourism | April 29, 2024, Monday // 12:46 | Viewed: 11976
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