Tourism
News, routes, and recommendations for travel within Bulgaria — landmarks, nature, seaside, mountains, and local culture.
Chaos at the border: Buses with Bulgarian tourists wait for hours due to new checks
The "Future for Tourism" association warns of massive queues and ruined trips due to fingerprint scanning at the borders. Drivers are losing their licenses.
Turkish Airlines revolution: New aircraft for flights up to 17 hours
Turkish Airlines is expanding its fleet with the Airbus A350-1000 for ultra-long-haul flights. See the new destinations and how the airline plans its growth through 2027.
Saint Vlas: Beach with its 20th BLUE FLAG! What makes it the best in the world?
Saint Vlas-East beach celebrates a jubilee season with the prestigious “Blue Flag” award for the 20th consecutive year. Find out how the beach achieves a world-class level of quality, safety and environmental management – everything that makes it a preferred destination!
Primorsko and Strandzha are building a new brand for health and energy tourism
A South Black Sea forum in Primorsko outlines a vision for a brand based on "solar health," energy, wellness, and mystical tourism in harmony with local nature, culture, and business.
"Flora Expo Center Burgas" – the green business card of the Sea Garden
"Flora Expo Center Burgas" is a modern, multifunctional complex for exhibitions, congresses, and cultural events in the Sea Garden, attracting thousands of visitors annually.
"St. Trinity" Park in Slaveykov: from old cemetery to modern green center of Burgas
"St. Trinity" Park in the "Slaveykov" residential complex is transforming into a modern neighborhood park with alleys, children's and sports zones, a temple, and monuments, situated on about 146 decares on the site of the old city cemetery.
"Veleka" Park in Burgas: a neighborhood oasis with children's areas, sports, and plenty of greenery
"Veleka" Park in the Izgrev residential district in Burgas is a modern neighborhood park with playgrounds, a skate zone, cycling paths, and cafes, which is gradually becoming one of the most visited green spaces outside the Sea Garden.
St. Cyricus and St. Julitta Island
St. Cyricus and St. Julitta Island near Sozopol is the only Black Sea island connected to the mainland by a breakwater, covering about 80 decares with ambitious plans for a port and tourist center.
Wizz Air with a massive summer 2026 program: 70 routes from 4 Bulgarian airports
Wizz Air has announced its summer 2026 schedule featuring a record-breaking 70 routes from Sofia, Varna, Burgas, and Plovdiv to 19 countries across Europe and the Middle East.
Ilin Dimitrov: Bulgaria is a safe tourist destination
Minister Ilin Dimitrov declared Bulgaria a safe destination. See the expectations for the summer season and what measures are being taken following the disasters in the country.
The "Life for Burgas Lakes" route: following the birds along the "Via Pontica"
The "Life for Burgas Lakes" route connects Lake Atanasovsko, Vaya, and the Mandra–Poda complex into a unified ornithological destination with observation hides, info centers, and unique biodiversity along the "Via Pontica" migration path.
Turkish Airlines resumes flights to Dubai: Travel again from June 9
Turkish Airlines officially announces the resumption of direct flights between Istanbul and Dubai from June 9. Learn the details about the schedule and the Turkish ambassador's message.
From Elhovo to Ahtopol: 180 km along the long ecological route in the heart of Strandzha
The long ecological route "Tour Strandzha" connects Elhovo and Ahtopol in a 180 km trek through Strandzha Nature Park, authentic villages like Brodilovo, Kosti, Zvezdets, Voden, and Sharkovo, living folklore, and mystical nestinari dances.
Ryanair: low ticket prices versus high stress levels — is it worth it?
The airline "Ryanair" attracts passengers with record-low prices, but strict rules, new fines, and frequent passenger complaints raise the question of whether the saved euros justify the frazzled nerves.
The Black Sea coast is already in summer mode: beaches are being arranged, and the first tourists are arriving
At the beginning of May, the Bulgarian Black Sea coast already has clean beaches, is setting up sunbeds, and opening establishments. The first tourists are present, but the big influx and consistently warm weather are expected at the end of May and throughout June.