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The Bulgaria Journal
Comparisons, lists, ideas and practical tips about a trip to Bulgaria — written by people who've actually been.
GuideBulgarian Wine, Beer and Rakia: A Foodie's Guide
From Melnik reds to homemade rakia and cold coastal beer — the guide to Bulgarian drinks for anyone who wants to drink like a local.
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GuideWeather in Bulgaria Month by Month: When to Go
An honest month-by-month guide to Bulgaria's climate — Black Sea coast and mountains — so you can pick the right window for your trip.
9 min read
GuideCamping on the Bulgarian Coast: A Complete Guide
Where you can legally camp, which wild beaches are worth it, and how to avoid fines — the honest guide to tents and campervans on the Bulgarian coast.
9 min read
GuideDriving in Bulgaria: Vignette, Road & Bridge Tolls
Everything you need before crossing into Bulgaria by car: the electronic vignette, the Danube bridge toll and the real cost of the road.
9 min read
GuideBulgaria in the Shoulder Season: Why May and September Win
May and September deliver warm water, lower prices and calm — the best value the Bulgarian coast offers all year.
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GuideRila Monastery and Bulgaria s Most Beautiful Monasteries
From the famous Rila Monastery to retreats hidden in the mountains, a guide to Bulgaria s most beautiful Orthodox monasteries and how to visit them respectfully.
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GuideHow to Get to Bulgaria: Plane, Car or Coach
An honest comparison of the three ways to reach Bulgaria — plane, car and coach — weighing cost, time and flexibility for both Romanian and international travellers.
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GuidePlovdiv: A Cultural City Break in the Heart of Bulgaria
A city thousands of years old with a Roman theatre, a colourful old quarter and a young creative scene — the complete guide to a cultural weekend in Plovdiv.
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GuideBest Spa & Wellness Resorts in Bulgaria
From Pomorie's therapeutic mud to the mineral springs near Varna, a guide to where Bulgaria does spa properly.
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GuideBulgaria in 7 Days: A Coast-to-Mountains Itinerary
A week-long route that ties the Black Sea beaches to the Rila and Pirin peaks, with cultural stops in Plovdiv and Veliko Tarnovo.
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ComparisonBulgaria vs Turkey Coast: An Honest Comparison
Bulgaria is closer and easier, Turkey plays the luxury all-inclusive game — an honest comparison of the two for holidaymakers weighing the drive south.
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ComparisonGolden Sands vs Sunny Beach: Which Resort to Choose
Two of Bulgaria's biggest coastal resorts, compared honestly: who Golden Sands suits, and who is better off at Sunny Beach.
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ComparisonVarna vs Burgas: Which Black Sea City to Choose
Varna vs Burgas, a direct comparison: beaches, sea garden, day trips, airport and which resorts each one serves. See which city fits you.
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Top & listsThe best all inclusive resorts in Bulgaria
All inclusive Bulgaria for families: Albena, Sunny Beach, Golden Sands, Duni and Elenite — what kind of resort each one is and who it suits.
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NatureBulgaria Lakes and Waterfalls: 5 Day-Trip Nature Spots
Bulgaria lakes and waterfalls for a day in nature: Seven Rila Lakes, Krushuna Falls, Smolyan Lakes, Raysko Praskalo and the Devil''s Throat. Trails and tips.
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Practical8 mistakes tourists make in Bulgaria (and how to avoid them)
The most common mistakes tourists make in Bulgaria and how to avoid them: the "no" head gesture, the vignette, the bridge toll, Sunny Beach, tap water, cash, season and the interior.
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Top & listsAuthentic Bulgarian mountain villages
Bulgarian mountain villages worth visiting: Shiroka Laka, Kovachevitsa, Leshten, Bozhentsi, Zheravna and Dolen — stone, timber and quiet.
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ComparisonBulgaria vs Greece Coast: An Honest Comparison
Bulgaria vs Greece coast? We compare distance, price, beaches, sea and food so you know honestly where your seaside holiday works out better.
7 min read
SkiSkiing for beginners in Bulgaria: where to learn without frustration
Skiing for beginners in Bulgaria: the best resorts and easy slopes (Borovets, Pamporovo, Bansko, Chepelare), ski school, gear rental and when to go.
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FoodBulgarian Food: 15 Dishes and Drinks You Must Try
Bulgarian food to try: 15 real dishes and drinks — shopska, banitsa, tarator, kavarma, kebapche, sarmi, mekitsi, rakia, Melnik wine — what they are and where to find them.
8 min read
SeasonWhen the Bulgarian Coast Is Cheapest: Months and Tricks
Cheapest time on the Bulgarian coast: which months are low-price? Shoulder months (early June, September), weekday vs weekend, last-minute and which resorts to pick.
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Top & listsOld towns in Bulgaria worth seeing
Old towns in Bulgaria: Nessebar, Plovdiv old town, Veliko Tarnovo, Sozopol, Koprivshtitsa and Melnik — history, house-museums and cobbled streets.
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ComparisonBansko vs Borovets: Which Bulgarian Ski Resort to Pick
Bansko vs Borovets, an honest comparison: slopes, altitude, apres-ski, prices and access. See which Bulgarian ski resort fits you best.
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ItineraryBucharest to the Bulgarian coast: the route, tolls and useful stops
The Bucharest to the Bulgarian coast drive, step by step: the Giurgiu–Ruse route, vignette and bridge toll, fuel, useful stops and rough timings to the resorts.
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SeasonBulgaria in October: Is It Worth It? Weather, Sea, Cities, Wine
Is Bulgaria in October worth it? Weather and sea temperature (rough), what's open on the coast, why cities and wine season beat the shore, plus falling prices.
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FamilyBulgaria with Toddlers: the Tired Parent''s Practical Guide
Bulgaria with toddlers, step by step: the calmest resorts, the drive with breaks, what to pack, food for little ones and pharmacies. A practical parent''s guide.
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Top & listsThe most beautiful wild beaches in Bulgaria
The best wild beaches in Bulgaria: Sinemorets, Veleka, Irakli, Silistar, Kavatsi and other undeveloped strips of sand on the southern coast.
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ComparisonSunny Beach vs Nessebar: Which One Is Right for You
Sunny Beach vs Nessebar, no spin: huge beaches and nightlife against a UNESCO old town. See which resort fits your trip and budget best.
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PracticalCheap Bulgaria Holiday: Can Two People Do It on ~€500?
Cheap Bulgaria holiday for two: can you do a short coastal break on ~€500 (rough)? Where to save, off-season, self-catering, cheaper resorts.
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Itinerary5 weekend escapes in Bulgaria from Bucharest (no fuss)
A weekend in Bulgaria from Bucharest is closer than you think: Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo, the coast, Belogradchik or a spa break. Five concrete ideas with a realistic pace.
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FamilyBulgaria Coast for Families: 7 Safe Resort Picks
Bulgaria coast for families: 7 resorts with shallow water, aquaparks and traffic-free zones — Albena, Sunny Beach, Golden Sands, Sveti Vlas, Duni, Kranevo. By age.
8 min read
PracticalHow Much Does a Bulgaria Trip Cost in 2026: A Real Breakdown
How much does a Bulgaria trip cost in 2026? An honest breakdown for travellers: fuel, vignette, bridge toll, lodging, food and beach, with three sample budgets.
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Experiences & tours
Tours & activities in Bulgaria
Day trips, guided tours, tickets and experiences — book online, many with free cancellation.
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Stays in the area · Bulgaria
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