There has never been a better time to take a holiday in Bulgaria. The country has thrown off its dour Communist linked past and is bursting with a new found optimism and energy. For a country that is heir to one of Europe’s great civilizations the Bulgaria’s lack of a clearly defined image abroad is puzzling. Bulgaria sits in what’s historically been called the Balkans but it has remained untouched from all the recent Balkan troubles (in Bosnia, Serbia and Kosovo). It shares borders to the south with Greece and Turkey, to the east by the Black Sea and to the North the Danube. Its varied geography of beautiful beaches – with a selection of resorts ideal for a beach holiday in Bulgaria including the big three of: Albena, Sunny Beach and Golden Sands - fertile plains and mountains reachable from its capital Sofia in 30 minutes, makes for a rich choice of holiday options. And thanks to Bulgaria’s varied climate, these holiday options fit neatly into distinct seasonal pleasures.
Summer Beach holidays - June to September
Snow bunnies - December to May
Untouched countryside
Culture and history - nine sites in Bulgaria are on UNESCO’s world heritage list