Bulgaria

Super Skiing in Bulgaria’s Beautiful Bansko

As a ski destination, Bansko in Bulgaria has a lot going for it – especially for those who like their adventures to be a little different from the norm. With 75km of pistes and great snowfall in the ski season, the credentials of this resort aren’t to be doubted, but it’s what goes on around the town that makes it a really unique and interesting place to take your next ski trip. It’s situated between a heritage site and a

Hike and Bike Your Way Through Borovets

I know what you’re thinking – a post about Borovets? There’s no way this isn’t going to be about skiing. (Unless you’ve read the title. Then you might not think that.) Although it’s true that this lovely resort in Bulgaria is definitely flocked to by powder hounds every winter, that’s not all it has to offer. If you’re finished dreaming of a white Christmas and are ready to focus on an active summer adventure instead, there’s no better place to

Soviets and Snails: Some of Sofia’s Strangest Sites

Sofia is a magical place to visit and one that often goes undetected on the tourist radar. For any lover of hidden gems and off-the-beaten track experiences, Sofia, in beautiful Bulgaria, is a city that will definitely please. Here is my list of five must-sees for any avid city breaker looking to see the quirkier side of this magnificent city. Monument to the Soviet Army Built as a means of honouring the Soviet men who fought for the Bulgarian war

Summer Action in Bansko on a Budget

Bansko is becoming increasingly popular in the UK for those on a budget, but despite being a cheaper option, the place is packed with attractions catering to all tastes. The resort makes for a brilliant holiday with family or friends throughout the winter months, but there’s more to it than just the slopes! Read on to find out how you can make the most of Bansko as a summer holiday destination. For Adventurers… There are so many brilliant activities for

Sunny Beach: A Cheap as Chips Family Holiday Destination

With the falling value of the pound, British families are finding it harder this year than usual to get value out of their break. But Post Office Money which reported on the cheapest food and drink in 2018 in the 15 top destination around Europe found that Sunny Beach on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast was significantly cheaper than the competition – less than £40 a day on average, often three or four times cheaper than the competition. If it’s value

Cheap and Cheerful Skiing in Bansko

Though it may be less well-known than the bigger Alpine resorts, Bansko is well on the rise as a ski destination. It offers something really unique, while also giving the bigger names a run for their money when it comes to quality of runs and après options. Having recently overtaken Borovets as Bulgaria’s biggest resort, Bansko is one of the country’s best locations all year round. Read on to discover some of the best reasons you should choose Bulgaria for

Sunny Beach: The Ultimate Clubbing Destination

Summer is almost upon us, which means that every true lad will be thinking about one thing: where to go for a booze-fuelled boys’ holiday this year! Ibiza will, understandably, be one of the first places mentioned, but where are some alternatives?

I think that Sunny Beach is a real hidden gem that surpasses Ibiza in many respects. This resort is located on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast – perhaps not the first place you think of for a summer holiday, but, as the name suggests, this place offers plenty of sun, sea and sand. It also has a pulsating nightlife which any party animal will love. Those who have been seem to return year after year and this could easily become a new favourite with your troops.

Another reason I love this destination? It is ridiculously cheap with pints costing less than 50p! Perfect.

Check out our guide to top lads’ activities in Sunny Beach here!

Here is a closer look at the fun that you and the lads could have once the sun goes down:

Bulgaria

Country Profile: Bulgaria

Introduction Overshadowed by the indomitable Balkan Mountains, with roots suggesting it as the oldest civilisation in Europe, Bulgaria is one of the most mysterious of all the Eastern European countries. From the delicate Renaissance beauty of Plovdiv and the storied medieval cliffside city of Veliko Tarnovo, to the vibrancy of the capital, Sofia, and the ancient secrets still undiscovered in the fertile landscape of the Valley of the Kings – for those who arrive with an open heart, Bulgaria is ready with a trove of culture, history and enduring mystery… What To Do One secret that is out are the

Sunny Beach

A Magic ‘Mates’ Break’ to Sunny Beach, Bulgaria

Boys, boys, boys… It’s that time of the year again. Time to start the long and delicate process of negotiations to convince your wife, girlfriend, kids, mother or boss that you’re perfectly capable of heading abroad with your mates for a relaxing few days in the sun without: a) spending six weeks’ wages shouting 300 strangers tequila jelly shots in the beach bar; b) drinking yourself into the next edition of Ripley’s Believe It or Not; c) waking up with amnesia in a foreign jail cell wearing a Spiderman costume and sporting a new tattoo of Beyoncé on your chest;