Located in the north of Bulgaria not too far from the border of Romania, there are plenty of things to do in Veliko Tarnovo that make it a destination worth visiting. As the former capital of Bulgaria, there is a lot of history here to explore and get to know. Today, it is a thriving student city with a youthful energy that seamlessly blends old and new. If you’re travelling … Read More
Mapping out the ideal Sofia itinerary is a highlight of visiting Bulgaria and spending 1, 2 or 3 days in Sofia is an unbeatable experience. Sofia is a city that is often overlooked, too frequently shunted and added to “skip it” lists without a second thought. And, to be honest, it might be understandable at first sight of Bulgaria’s capital city. Sofia is not beautiful and the few architectural gems … Read More
If you’re wondering what to do in Plovdiv, then this one or two-day itinerary is here to help you out. Bulgaria’s second city is one of the highlights of this beautiful southeastern European country. As one of the oldest cities in all of Europe (some say the oldest continuously inhabited city on the continent), Plovdiv is packed full of ancient history, a charming old town, and a thriving arts district … Read More
The Balkan nation of Bulgaria has long been overlooked on standard European travel routes, where traditional tourists rarely travel farther east than Hungary or Croatia. However, for those more intrepid visitors keen to see the delights that southeastern Europe has to offer, planning a Bulgaria itinerary is a fantastic idea. Though relatively small in size, Bulgaria has a lot to offer visitors and really can appeal to almost every personality. … Read More
Is Bulgaria expensive to visit? Is Bulgaria for travellers? Bulgaria is quickly becoming a sought-after destination in Europe, with travellers eager to explore its metropolitan cities, high mountain peaks, ancient history, and beautiful Black Sea coastline. And not only does Bulgaria have a lot to offer tourists in terms of natural and historical sites, but it is also known to be an affordable destination to visit. However, if you’re planning … Read More
If you’re undertaking a long trip through the Balkans, chances are at some point you might be wondering how to get from Sofia to Thessaloniki or vice-versa. Looping through Greece is a popular option for travellers who are spending a few days in Bulgaria and want to explore some of the highlights in Northern Greece such as Meteora before venturing to Albania. Luckily it’s incredibly straight forward to get from … Read More