Ordinary tourists in Bulgaria. Bulgarian coast
Bulgaria is an amazing country for beach holiday and acquaintance with the sights both for independent tourists and for lovers of vacation packages. To prevent possible troubles from ruining your holiday, take advantage of our tips for tourists in Bulgaria.
In Bulgaria you can find holidays for every taste. Resorts like Sunny Beach and Golden Sands consist of hotel complexes. From here you can go on any excursions around historical places Bulgaria. Connoisseurs of unique architecture, cobbled streets and cozy restaurants can recommend Sozopol and Nessebar. These cities also have new areas consisting solely of hotels and entertainment venues. These areas are noisier than in the historical part of the city; such a holiday is suitable for lovers active pastime. It is worth going on excursions to ancient Bulgarian monasteries, as well as ancient capital Bulgaria - Veliko Tarnovo is one of the most unusual small towns in the world, standing in the mountains on the edge of a gorge, extremely beautiful and cozy.
In Bulgaria you can limit yourself to breakfast alone, or you can take All-Inclusive. It's a matter of taste. In tourist areas there are many cafes and restaurants with fairly affordable prices. A good lunch with first, second and dessert can cost from 5 EUR. In tourist areas they sell pizza (serving from 1 EUR), kebabs (from 2 EUR), pancakes with various fillings (cheaper than pizza).
In Bulgaria it is not necessary to stay in a hotel. You can rent an apartment or an apartment for your vacation. Many residents of coastal cities and towns, as well as ski resorts, rent out one of the floors of a private house to tourists for a low fee. IN Bulgaria has a fairly low crime rate, even local gypsies are mainly engaged in animal husbandry or blacksmithing.
Change currency in the morning. There are a few things to keep in mind when exchanging currency. At bank branches you will be asked for a passport. In simple exchangers, as a rule, it is not needed, unless you may be asked for your last name. The exchange rate is higher in the morning. If you need to exchange a large amount, then do not delay it until the evening. For example, in the morning the euro cost about 1.93 Bulgarian leva, in the evening it was already 1.91.
The weather at sea can change very quickly, That's why on the beach watch out for the flags, which are posted by rescuers. The principle is like a traffic light: green - you can swim, remembering the buoys; yellow - be careful and careful; When the flag is red, the lifeguards will whistle as soon as you go more than three meters into the sea.
Getting around Bulgaria most convenient on buses that run regularly between all relatively large cities. Buses are municipal (cheaper and simpler) and private (more expensive and more comfortable). Convenient for Russians is that the schedule and directions are written in Cyrillic. It makes sense to use railway services only for popular destinations, for example: Sofia - Varna or Sofia - Burgas, in other cases it is easier to get there by bus. When traveling by taxi, you need to be careful: it is best to order a car by phone.
In Bulgaria, the language barrier is practically not noticeable, but you shouldn’t relax too much. Holidays in Bulgaria are comfortable because hotel and restaurant staff, as well as most local residents, speak Russian tolerably well (the only exceptions are small towns in the mountainous and central parts far from the sea). It's somewhat relaxing. However, to avoid misunderstandings, orders in cafes and restaurants must be stated clearly and clearly, without hesitation to ask again whether you were understood correctly.
It is worth remembering that a nod of the head, indicating agreement- "yes" means negative in Bulgaria- "No", and vice versa.
In cafes and restaurants it is customary to leave a tip of about 10% of the bill value.
As souvenirs from Bulgaria are being transported Bulgarian ceramics, textiles with embroidery, rose oil and cosmetics based on it, rose petal jam, Turkish delight and alcoholic drinks: Bulgarian wine and rakia, as well as handmade leather, copper and silver products. It is cheaper to buy alcohol, jam and Turkish delight in supermarkets. Ceramics and magnets in large quantities sold in tourist areas, in the old town. At the same time, in Duty Free at the airport the same clay plates cost almost three times more. The cheapest place to buy leather products is in Nessebar. In Sofia best stores located along Vitosha Boulevard and in the gallery in front National Palace culture (NDK).
As in many southern countries, at lunchtime, when the sun is especially hot, Bulgarians relax. That's why Many private service establishments are closed in the summer from 12 to 16 hours.
Telephone communications in Bulgaria
You can call in Bulgaria from almost anywhere. A call from a post office or a call center will cost much less than, for example, from a hotel. Calls within the country by mobile phone are very cheap, so in order to call each other within the country, we recommend that Russian tourists purchase local SIM cards. The most convenient way to pay for local mobile communications is with payment cards, which are sold everywhere and cost from 5 to 60 leva. You must remember that payment cards must correspond to the company whose SIM card you purchased.
Bulgaria is an amazingly multifaceted country: here you will find sunny beaches of seaside resorts, snow-covered ski slopes, picturesque natural parks, ancient monuments, delicious cuisine and excellent opportunities for health improvement for adults and children. The locals are friendly and hospitable, and the prices, which is important, are quite affordable - not at all European.
The country is located in South-Eastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula. From the east it is washed by the Black Sea: length sea coast here - 400 kilometers. Bulgaria's southern neighbors are Greece and Turkey, in the west the country borders with Serbia and North Macedonia, and in the north with Romania.
Bulgaria has always been a crossroads of roads from Europe to the Middle East and Asia, and therefore in all historical periods it was of interest to neighboring peoples who left traces of their presence on Bulgarian soil. There are the graves of Thracian kings, theaters of the ancient Greeks, ancient Roman stadiums, medieval castles kings of the First and Second Bulgarian Kingdoms, Ottoman mosques, etc. On the territory of present-day Bulgaria there are nine sites included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The natural landscape of Bulgaria is very diverse. Thus, the Balkan Mountains stretch across the entire territory of the country: from the farthest northwestern regions to the Black Sea coast. Mountains and river valleys occupy almost all of the western and southern regions of the country. The highest peak Bulgaria and all of Eastern Europe is Mount Musala (2,925 meters above sea level), rising on the Rila ridge. In the south of the country there are lowlands and low mountains of Strandzha and Sakar, in the north the territory is low-lying, and in the east there is the Black Sea coast.
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From a tourism point of view, modern Bulgaria is a diverse country that will appeal to lovers of several holiday destinations. In our guide to Bulgaria we will tell you about the best beach and ski resorts, the main attractions, and the most delicious local cuisine. The time spent in Bulgaria will certainly be remembered by its guests, because, according to the local residents, their country is a paradise, as an old Bulgarian legend tells about this: “When God gave the peoples of the world their lands, he forgot about the Bulgarians. There was no free land left for them. And then he gave the Bulgarians a piece of heaven.”
How to get there
You can get to Bulgaria by a variety of means of transport - by air, by land and by water.
Airplane
Airplane is the most convenient way to get to Bulgaria. The country has four airports: in Sofia, Plovdiv, Burgas and Varna. Most regular flights fly to Sofia airport, while charter flights fly to Varna and Burgas, located on the coast, in the summer.
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Story
People have settled on the territory of Bulgaria since ancient times, as evidenced by the numerous burial mounds, burial grounds and fortifications found by scientists.
Pre-Slavic period
Cities and regions
There are several options for dividing Bulgaria into regions.
For example, administratively the country consists of 28 regions, which, in turn, are divided into 264 communities. The names of communities and regions correspond to the names of the cities that are their administrative centers: Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Ruse, Gabrovo, etc.
In accordance with EU Regulation No. 1059/2003, the territory of Bulgaria is divided into two first-order regions and six second-order regions. They are not administrative units and are created for EU statistical purposes only. These two regions are Northern and South-Eastern Bulgaria and South-Western and South-Central Bulgaria.
Tourists will be interested in another division of the country into regions related to geography, climate and recreational opportunities.
Black Sea coast
Most tourists go to Bulgaria for the sea and the sun, so the country’s 350-kilometer-long Black Sea coast is the most popular region. It is here that the famous Bulgarian resorts are located, which are considered one of the best in Europe. In summer they offer excellent recreational conditions for every taste and budget. The history of most cities and villages located on the coast goes back to the times Ancient Greece or the Roman Empire - this is evidenced by archaeological sites, which are literally at every step here.
The Bulgarian coast is divided into southern and northern parts by the Stara Planina mountain range and Cape Emine. The unofficial capital of the northern part is Varna, and the southern one is Burgas.
One of the most interesting resorts in Bulgaria from a historical point of view - Nessebar, founded in the XII - XI centuries BC. e. Its old town, picturesquely located on a small rocky cape, surrounded on all sides by the sea, is so rich in attractions that it is completely included in the list World Heritage UNESCO.
Not far from Nessebar there is another Bulgarian resort - Pomorie, founded in the 4th century BC. e. Today it is a famous balneological center with its own healing mud, which is famous for its beaches covered with volcanic sand. It is worth seeing the Antique Domed Tomb, the Historical Museum of Pomorie and the Salt Museum. Salt Lake and the reserve "Old Houses of Pomorie".
Central part of Bulgaria
The central region of Bulgaria borders Romania in the north along the Danube River, and Greece and Turkey in the south. The Balkan Mountains, also known as the Stara Planina, divide this region in half, being the longest and largest in area mountain range countries. It was the Balkan Mountains that gave the name to the entire Balkan Peninsula.
This area is part of the larger historical-geographical region of Thrace and is replete with historical monuments from that period. For example, the Panagyur treasure is one of the most famous artifacts of Thracian culture, or the Thracian tomb in Kazanlak of the 4th century BC. e. - UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What to see
So, tourists should definitely see Old town of Nessebar. Nessebar (Nessebar) is one of the oldest European cities and probably the most beautiful city Bulgaria. Founded more than 2,000 years ago, it lies on an 850-meter-long peninsula connected to land by a 400-meter isthmus. It is here that the old city center is located, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1983, and since 1956 it has been a museum city. On the territory of the old center there are concentrated almost 50 temples and other historical monuments, among them are the Fortress Walls, Byzantine Baths, the Church of St. John the Baptist, St. Sophia, Christ Pantocrator, etc.
Also, tourists in Nessebar can see a part of the city that went under water several centuries ago - it is clearly visible from the shore in clear weather.
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Things to do
Most often, tourists go to Bulgaria for a beach holiday, recreation and skiing, but the country, in addition to this, has a lot of the most different types pastimes: diving, ecotourism, horseback riding, and cycling.
Beach holiday
Bulgaria is famous for its beach holidays; local seaside resorts are considered among the best in Europe. They are especially suitable for families with children: the beaches are well equipped, covered with fine golden sand, the entry into the sea is gentle, the water is warm, there are no serious storms and almost no strong currents. Many Bulgarian beaches are marked with the European sign of environmental cleanliness - Blue Flags.
At the same time, some beaches are dotted with darker sand - this means that it contains a lot of iron, and this composition has healing properties. For example, the beach areas of Pomorie are distinguished by dark sand, next to which there are a number of balneological health resorts. And the widest beaches in Bulgaria are in the resort of Albena: up to 150 meters wide.
At the same time, on Bulgarian coast There are also a few pebble beaches. They are located in the area of Nessebar and Sozopol, and, as a rule, they are “wild”, not equipped. On some rocky shores, special concrete platforms are created for tourists.
Ski holiday
Ski resorts in Bulgaria are known throughout Europe for their high level of service and affordable prices.
The skiing season here usually lasts from November to March, and sometimes until early April. During this period, tourists have every chance to experience good snowy weather. Moreover, almost all ski resorts in the country are equipped with snow cannons - in case there is a sudden thaw in the middle of winter.
In general, infrastructure ski resort in Bulgaria is very developed and deserves all praise, as does the picturesque nature in whose bosom the winter centers are located.
Ski resorts are located in the highest Bulgarian mountains - on the Rhodope, Pirin and Rila ridges, at altitudes of 900 - 2,600 meters. Almost all of them are suitable for skiers with a wide range of skill levels, with slopes of all difficulty levels. Ski schools operate on the territory of the complexes.
Ecotourism
Bulgaria is famous for its national parks, there are eleven of them in the country. These places are exceptionally suitable for ecotourism.
For example, the Rila National Park is very popular among tourists, on the territory of which the famous Rila Monastery, “Bulgarian Jerusalem”, and the unique natural attraction of the Seven Rila Lakes are located. The park was equipped with an area for intensive tourism, where trails for cycling, walking and horseback riding, recreation centers, etc. were created.
Another famous one national park— Pirin, included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. It was founded in 1952 to preserve its unique ecosystem. There are picturesque glacial lakes, karst caves, fir and beech forests, the age of individual trees in which reaches five hundred years.
Among the most unusual national parks in Bulgaria is the Belogradchik Rocks Park, located near the borders with Serbia and Romania, near the city of Belogradchik. There is a unique fortress of the same name, the largest in Bulgaria and probably the most unusual: its bizarre shape is explained by the fact that man-made structures were inscribed into pre-existing rock formations.
The oldest national park in Bulgaria is located on Mount Vitosha near Sofia. It was founded in 1934 to preserve the local unique pine forest. Today the park is one of the favorite recreational places for residents and guests of Sofia - it is called the “lungs of the capital”, and also the “roof of Sofia”. There are a lot of camp sites and holiday homes here, there are cable cars and hiking trails.
You can read about other protected areas in Bulgaria in the Reserves section.
Other active recreation activities
In addition to hiking in the national parks of Bulgaria, this country has a lot to offer tourists. For example, they are very popular among guests horse riding tours. This journey will be less tiring than hiking, and communication with horses will bring a lot of positive emotions. Horse riding routes are offered in almost all mountainous regions of the country - in the Balkan Mountains, in the north of Stara Planina, etc., and on the coast. For example, the famous riding club works in Albena.
Another popular type of active pastime is bike tours. Bulgaria's mild climate and comfortable weather make this method of traveling around the country very pleasant. Tourists go to cycling routes not only in national parks, but throughout the entire country to see as much as possible at once interesting places. You can rent a bicycle at almost any hotel in the resorts of Bulgaria.
Lately on Black Sea coast Bulgaria is actively developing diving. Thus, the largest dive center in the country is located in Nessebar, near the old pier. Although undersea world The Bulgarian coastline is not as picturesque as, for example, Egypt or the Maldives; there are a number of interesting dive sites here - wrecks (sunk ships) and ancient cities that sunk long ago.
Health tourism
Bulgaria is a well-known destination for health tourism in Europe. There are at least five hundred springs with healing properties. mineral water, on which hospitals and sanatoriums were built. All of them are equipped with the latest medical technology and are staffed by experienced professional specialists.
At the same time, Bulgaria has developed and medical tourism. There are medical centers specializing in the treatment of various diseases and rehabilitation programs in almost all seaside resorts. The big advantage of local clinics is the absence of a language barrier for Russians and affordable prices by European standards.
Event tourism
Throughout the year it takes place in Bulgaria. Firstly, tourists can find Religious holidays, like Orthodox Christmas or Easter. Secondly, at the end of May - beginning of June, the country hosts a traditional Rose Festival, dedicated to the main folk craft - growing oilseed roses.
If you are planning to visit Balchik in August, you can go to Marine Festival. Its dates vary from year to year and should be checked on the event website.
Connection
mobile connection
Currently mobile connection in Bulgaria it is represented by three operators:
- A1 (formerly M-Tel)
- Vivacom
- Telenor
SIM cards are sold in the offices of these operators in every Bulgarian city and at all airports. The purchase procedure is simple, but foreigners will need a foreign passport for registration.
Each operator has tariffs with and without a subscription fee. With a subscription fee, call minutes are cheaper, but the contract will have to be concluded for at least a year. For tourists for short trips, prepaid tariffs (“prepaid packages”), especially from Telenor and Vivacom operators, are more suitable, since they are much cheaper than A1, the oldest mobile company in Bulgaria. Remember that the validity of the SIM card is automatically extended for a year from the date of the last top-up.
The cost of outgoing calls to Russia per minute of conversation averages from 0.37 leva to 0.72 leva. Cards are replenished with vouchers in denominations of 5, 6, 10 and 20 leva.
The coverage of Bulgarian mobile operators is more or less the same. Communication in all major cities and on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria is good and stable.
Internet
As for the mobile Internet, Bulgaria is completely covered by at least 3G communications, and all cities and resorts have a stable 4G signal.
Mobile communications, although relatively expensive, are popular among tourists. Basically, these are prepaid tariffs for a certain number of megabytes for a certain period. For example, Vivacom has an Easy Traffic package for 30 days, which includes 20,000 MB of Internet, it costs 20 levs (about 10 euros).
Wi-Fi networks are available in in public places major cities: at train stations, in city squares. Hotels of categories 4-5* provide guests with free wifi, in hotels of lesser star rating they may ask for a fee for connecting to the Internet. In addition, you can “catch” Wi-Fi in cafes and restaurants in Bulgaria.
Buses operating on intercity lines are also equipped with free Wi-Fi hotspots.
The climate in Bulgaria is mild, with moderately cold, wet winters and dry, hot summers. Precipitation in summer is rare; if it does occur, it is heavy but short-lived downpours.
The main population of Bulgaria (about 85%) are Orthodox Christians.
They speak Bulgarian in Bulgaria, but many local residents understand Russian speech well and can even speak Russian. Young people, most often, do not know Russian, but, as a rule, they know English well. Just in case, it’s worth taking a Bulgarian phrasebook with you or learning the simplest questions and expressions in Bulgarian before your trip.
The sign language of the Bulgarians is different from ours - for example, nodding your head here expresses disagreement, and shaking your head - on the contrary, agreement. But many Bulgarians know this discrepancy and use these gestures the way we are used to.
Bulgarian emergency phone numbers are police 166, ambulance 150, fire brigade 160, roadside assistance 146.
Money |
The currency in Bulgaria is the lev. There are 100 stotinki in one leva. The lev to ruble exchange rate is one lev equals approximately 19-20 rubles. For one euro during exchange they give approximately 1.95 leva. For one dollar – about 1.5 leva. It is better to check the exact exchange rate immediately before the trip.
It is best to change money in Bulgaria in banks, which are usually open on weekdays from 8.00 to 18.00 with a break for lunch, and on Saturday - only until lunch. Find out in advance at the bank what commission is charged for the exchange.
The certificate you received when exchanging currency must be kept. You will need it if you want to exchange unspent leva for dollars or Euros.
You should not change money at street exchange offices; there are frequent cases of customers being defrauded.
You can withdraw local currency from major credit cards at ATMs. However, the conversion rate into levs may not be very profitable. You can pay with plastic cards only in large hotels and restaurants, when renting a car.
Traveler's checks are not exchanged at all banks.
If you are going to relax on Bulgarian beaches, you need to know that all beaches in Bulgaria are state-owned. That is, hotels do not have their own beaches, and hotels have no relationship with renting sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach. And if they promise you something different, then most likely it is a deception. Any information on the beaches can be obtained from lifeguards or from people “managing” umbrellas and sun loungers.
On many popular beaches, if you need them, you should book a sun lounger and an umbrella in advance, because by 11-12 o'clock all the places closer to the sea are already firmly occupied. If you plan to relax on the beach every day, it is better to reserve a sun lounger for several days at once, so you can be guaranteed to occupy a good place on the beach and in addition also get a discount.
Public transport in Bulgaria is buses, trolleybuses, and in the capital of Bulgaria, Sofia, there are also trams and metro. It is not customary to stop taxis on the roads; they get into them at parking lots or call them by phone. The fare is paid according to the meter, but the price seems quite low to us. Between resort towns there are buses and minibuses, which will cost less.
Bulgaria has many natural and historical monuments. You can visit them either with excursions or on your own, which will cost less.
The cost of living in Bulgarian hotels is low, but sometimes foreigners can be charged more than local residents.
As for souvenirs in Bulgaria, you can buy clothes and home textiles with embroidery, leather goods, silver, copper and handmade wooden products. Prices for souvenirs are quite reasonable. Cosmetics based on rose oil are popular among tourists.
Food |
Food in restaurants and cafes is quite cheap for us. In mid-level restaurants you can have lunch for 5-10 dollars. In some street cafes it is even cheaper. In general, prices in the most luxurious and simplest establishments do not differ very much. At the same time, in many unpresentable-looking establishments the food is very good. In general, food in Bulgaria is very tasty because it is prepared from local, natural products. Some dishes are spicy. Among the traditional Bulgarian dishes you should try: tarator - cold yogurt soup with fresh cucumbers and garlic, grilled eggplants and sweet peppers, moussaka - casserole of minced meat with potatoes, meat cutlets - kofte or kebabche. Local or Greek fruits and berries are inexpensive all year round. And for dessert you can choose banitsa - puff pastries with different fillings, most often with cheese.
The most common drink here is coffee. And even in street coffee machines it is very tasty. Tea is not widespread. Among alcoholic drinks, rakia is popular in Bulgaria - a strong drink that tastes like brandy, Pliska cognac, and red and white local wines. Among the local beers, it is worth trying “Kamenitsa” and “Zagorka”.
National-style restaurants often host programs with folk dances and folk music in the evenings.
What to watch out for |
In many Bulgarian resorts, many petty street crimes are committed, mainly thefts, in which foreigners are often victims. You should be careful on shopping streets and other crowded places. At train stations and airports you can come across scammers selling various services. In large cities and airports, taxi drivers may be deceived, so it is better to negotiate the price of the trip in advance.
Much has already been written about this on the Internet, but some of the information is either not relevant or not entirely relevant.Therefore, I will try to write the most important tips for those who are going on vacation to Bulgaria for the first time.
Where to start, you’ve probably already decided where you want to vacation, summer rest at sea, or in the winter in the mountains (you can also have a good rest in the mountains in summer),pilgrimage tourism, balneotourism (SPA procedures), or just drive through picturesque places, villages and towns in Bulgaria.
Visa to Bulgaria. In any case, it is needed. Bulgaria is a country of the European Union, and you should get a visa (read the cost and terms of the visa).
Medical insurance for Bulgaria. For one month, the approximate cost of insurance will be about 2,500 rubles per person. It is best to get insurance from one of the large insurance companies with a good reputation.
Currency. The country is not part of the euro zone (yet), which means you need . It is better to immediately change rubles to levs. The exchange rate of the leva is tied to the euro and is always the same - 1 euro costs 1.95583 leva.
Advice: when changing money in Bulgaria, it is best to do it at exchange offices, and check whether they charge a commission. Banks exchange currency at a lower rate, and by converting a large amount you can significantly lose some of your money.
In addition, I do not recommend changing currency at the airport, because... The rate is always bad and there is a conversion fee. If you need to change, then change a small amount to get to the city, and then you can change it at the exchange offices.
It is best to withdraw money from terminals located inside bank branches!
Flight: It is better to buy air tickets in advance, so there is a chance to buy air tickets at more favorable price. As a rule, in summer there are many charter flights to Burgas and Varna. You can fly directly to Sofia only regular flights with Bulgaria Air or Aeroflot airlines.
Varna Airport: There is a stop for bus No. 409 next to Terminal 2; it travels through the center of Varna to the Golden Sands resort in 50 minutes. The bus ride to the city center takes 20 minutes ( Cathedral Varna). The same bus can also take you to the resort of St. Constantine and Helena. Interval – every 15 minutes from and to terminal 2 of Varna Airport. Who needs comfort there is a taxi.
Burgas Airport: There is a stop at the entrance of the airport; bus No. 15 stops and runs every 25 minutes. You can get there faster by taking a taxi.
Sofia Airport : The most convenient way is to use the metro. Almost without leaving the airport, you find yourself in the Sofia metro.
Line 1 of the capital's metro connects Sofia Airport with the city center and provides direct transport links between the airport and large residential complexes.
From Sofia Airport you can reach the city center in 18 minutes. With one transfer at the Serdika metro station from line 1 to line 2, in less than half an hour you can reach Central bus station Sofia or to Central railway station(they are nearby).Also, at the exit of the airport, taxis wait for their clients in a “live queue”.
Please note that taxi prices can vary greatly, so look carefully at what is written on the price tag, usually a sticker on the glass.
Mobile connection: Also, upon arrival, do not forget to buy a Bulgarian SIM card (each telecom operator has its own offices) with a package for using mobile Internet. The most favorable tariffs are offered by Vivacom, SIM cards with prepaid 10GB traffic for 15 levs, and there is no roaming in Europe, and if you need to go to another EU country, you definitely won’t have to overpay.
I think everyone has smartphones with installed programs for Internet calls and correspondence.
Accommodation prices in Bulgaria: prices for rooms in private houses and rooms in hotels are also very different. On average, a hotel room costs from 30 – 45 leva, and for 70 leva you can find very good number in hotels. Anything that costs more usually means better service and includes at least breakfast.
Also, the price can vary greatly depending on the season; in the so-called “high season”, high season, after mid-June, July and August, prices increase by an average of 20 - 30%.
Advice, the earlier you book a room, for example in spring for summer, the more favorable the price will be. In September, prices fall, there are many fewer tourists, the sea is warm, you can swim and sunbathe in silence.
Food prices in Bulgaria: Prices different, but in a regular restaurant, lunch for one person will cost on average about 20 - 30 leva, for this money you can order soup, main course, salad, bread, dessert, drink juice or take a glass of white (red) wine, or beer , a matter of taste. By the way, Bulgarian beer is very tasty, since the water in Bulgaria is suitable for brewing this drink.
The portions are an order of magnitude larger than in Russia. Therefore, if you order fried potatoes, one serving is enough for two. Salads and omelettes are also huge and they contain Bulgarian cheese. Remember that Bulgarians are very fond of feta cheese (sirene), they put it everywhere they can, so if you don’t really like the taste of feta cheese, it is better to check with the waiter in advance.
Transport in Bulgaria.
Taxi: the services are quite expensive, since the price of gasoline is much higher than in Russia (about 1 euro per liter (2 leva). The price for 1 km during the day is 1 leva, and at night it is more expensive than 1.18 leva. If you take from Varna airport to Zolotye Sands, it is about 25 km, the cost will be from 40 leva. Therefore, when you plan your budget, you must definitely take into account the costs of transport.
Urban transport : the fare costs 1 lev, the price is the same in all major cities in Bulgaria. In Sofia it costs 1.60 levs. Travel tickets can be purchased directly on the buses.
Car rental: If you are planning to travel around the whole country, or want to visit different places in Bulgaria, or just take a ride along the Black Sea coast, swim and sunbathe at different beaches and resorts, then it is best to rent a car.
It is better to order a car in advance from large companies. They have a large fleet of vehicles, so the choice of cars will be large. The paperwork takes minimal time, and you will receive your car immediately in the airport parking lot. You can return the car to another location; this will be discussed additionally.
Rental prices start from 50 levs per day, there is an initial payment of 200 Euros, the amount is blocked on the card, and when the car is returned, the money on the card will be available again. Some companies also take cash.
Choose a car with economical fuel consumption (an engine with an average fuel consumption of 4 liters per 100 km).
Bulgarian language: The language barrier, you won’t feel it much, because... Many Bulgarians understand Russian, but not all speak Russian. Still, it would be a good idea for you to learn the most frequently used Bulgarian phrases and words in advance. This will help you more easily establish contact and get help from Bulgarians.
Good mood: take it with you. You’ve probably already heard that Bulgarians shake their heads the other way around when they say “yes” and “no” (not as is customary with other people in the world), but you definitely won’t be able to confuse the answer “yes” with “no”. But, the phrase “to the right” in Bulgarian means “straight”, this is something you should definitely pay attention to, especially when they are explaining to you how to get somewhere.
the site wishes you have a great holiday In Bulgaria.
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Holidays in Montenegro are chosen by tourists who want not only to get acquainted with the country’s culture and look at historical sights, but also to enjoy the magnificent nature. The plane flies from Moscow to Montenegro for 3 hours. Time in Montenegro is two hours behind Moscow. There are as many as 5 reasons to go to Montenegro Visa On the territory of the country
