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68th International Technical Fair Opens in Bulgaria

Aleksandr Shatskih

Yesterday Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov (below) opened the 68th International Technical Fair in the country’s second largest city, Plovdiv. Some 1,235 plus exhibitors from 44 countries offer industry products and services across business niches from transport to building materials and beyond.

13 years ago

The IFCO (International Foster Care Organisation) Conference – 21st-24th October, Sofia, Bulgaria

Aleksandr Shatskih

The IFCO conference provides a great reason to spend some time in the beautiful city of Sofia. As well as having the chance to meet others involved in the field of fostering from all around the world, visitors can linger around the city parks, gaze at the towering mountains and absorb the friendly and buzzing atmosphere which is Sofia.

13 years ago

Bulgaria Tourism Up for July

Phil Butler

Last month tourist to Bulgaria increase by some 5.0% compared with last year’s figures. Visitors from outside the country reported by Economy Minister Delya Robrev add credibility to the country’s optimism over overall 2012 numbers.

13 years ago

Augustus Collection Teams up with The Cliff Hotel & Spa

Aleksandr Shatskih

Augustus Collection, the boutique umbrella sales and marketing specialists for hotels, hotel groups, travel technology and travel media companies, has today announced a new partnership with one of Bulgaria’s most prestigious Black Sea resorts.

13 years ago

Bulgaria Gets A New Black Sea Airport

Aleksandr Shatskih

For travelers considering a Black Sea vacation this Summer, news that Bulgaria’s new Black airport in the northeastern town of Balchik is to open should come as a pleasant surprise. According to the news, the new facility will welcome its first passengers once its conversion from a military to a civilian facility is complete.

13 years ago

Bulgaria, the Cheapest Destination in Europe

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to a survey by the UK Post Office, Bulgaria is the cheapest holiday destination in Europe this year, followed by Turkey, Portugal and Spain.

13 years ago

Bulgaria Tourism 2012: Government Focus

Phil Butler

Ivo Marinov, Deputy Minister of Economy, Energy, and Tourism for Bulgaria, predicts 2012 will see a 5 to 6 percent increase in tourism to his country. Marinov was on hand Monday for the signing of contracts totaling over 20 million Lev slated to increase the country’s travel industry.

13 years ago

Sofia INTRO!FESTIVAL 2012 – Days Away

Phil Butler

In 44 days the very first Sofia INTRO!FESTIVAL kicks off May 10 to May 12. To begin the Bulgarian season of entertainment, music, and fun this year, organizers have put on this new music fest at the Sofia Airport, with a big focus on bands.

13 years ago

Bulgaria Ski Zone Expansion Angers UNESCO

Aleksandr Shatskih

UNESCO are threatening to take action in Bulgaria over controversial plans to expand the Bansko Ski Zone, site of last month’s Audi FiS Alpine World Cup, into protected lands.

13 years ago

Bulgaria Air Takes Delivery of First Brazilian Embraer 190

Aleksandr Shatskih

Bulgaria Air has just taken delivery of the airline’s first Embraer 190. News from Sophia says three more are expected to arrive before June, and a total of five more are slated to be delivered by the end of 2015.

13 years ago

Bulgaria Fury over Schengen Rejection

Aleksandr Shatskih

Dismay and anger at the news that Bulgaria has once again been denied entry to the Schengen visa-free travel area has led to calls for the country’s citizens to begin a boycott of all things Dutch, according to reports in the Bulgarian press.

13 years ago

Bulgaria Celebrates Liberation Day

Aleksandr Shatskih

Special festivities mark the event all over the country, most of them taking place in front of monuments, but the main site is the Shipka Pass.

13 years ago

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