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Sofia Airport Grants Free Terminal 2 Bus Access for Winter Season
The initiative, designed to support Bulgaria’s active winter tourism industry and facilitate high-intensity transfers, was established through an agreement between the Minister of Tourism, Evtim Miloshev, and the airport concessionaire, SOF Connect. This measure will remain in effect until the end of March 2025
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Bulgaria Among New York Times’ Top Travel Picks for 2025
One of the most notable milestones is Bulgaria’s accession to the Schengen Area on January 1, 2025, which has eliminated border checks for travelers arriving from most European Union countries
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Tax Inspectors Uncover Receipt Violations in Bulgarian Winter Resorts
Between January 3 and 5, fiscal inspectors identified 28 businesses in violation of reporting rules, with issues ranging from unrecorded cash transactions to the issuance of non-compliant sales documents
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Tourism in Bulgaria Faces Workforce Decline but Shows Financial Growth
The sector saw an 11.5% reduction in employees compared to the previous quarter, while the overall economy experienced a smaller decrease of just 1%. This decline in tourism employment, however, stands in contrast to the sector’s financial performance, which showed positive growth signs
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Bulgaria Rises as Top Tourist Destination with Alluring Beaches, Mountain Resorts, and Spa Retreats
In recent years, Bulgaria’s mountains have gained significant popularity among tourists seeking tranquility, fresh air, and opportunities for outdoor adventures. Particularly in the winter, the country’s ski resorts experience a marked increase in international visitors
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Bulgarians Opt for Domestic Travel as Top Tourism Destination in Second Quarter of 2024
According to the survey, conducted for the second quarter of 2024, a substantial 71.3% of Bulgarians who traveled during this period chose destinations exclusively within Bulgaria
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Decline in Tourists on Bulgarian Black Sea Coast Amid Geopolitical Tensions
This trend was highlighted by Stanko Shterev, the regional representative of the Bulgarian Tourism Association, during an interview with BNR-Burgas. Shterev attributes the decline in part to the current geopolitical situation, which has deterred many potential visitors, especially Israeli tourists
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Tourism in Bulgaria Shows Robust Growth with Surge in Hotel Stays
This influx reflects a growing international interest in Bulgaria as a preferred travel destination. The total number of overnight stays also saw a substantial rise, reaching 611.1 thousand stays—an increase of 15.9% from May 2023
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Grieving Father Blames Authorities After Fatal Truck Crash Kills 12-Year-Old in Bulgaria
He described Siyana as a “wonderful” and “beautiful” child whose life was taken far too soon. His post also pointed to the poor state of the road infrastructure, blaming the Road Infrastructure Agency (RIA) for ignoring repeated warnings about the dangers of the accident-prone stretch where the crash occurred
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Sofia Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Brutal Attack on Wife
The victim suffered four moderate injuries, including disfigurement, muscle damage, and permanent difficulty in moving her right arm and leg. Heavy blood loss also put her life in temporary danger. Medical professionals had to administer 58 surgical stitches to treat her wounds
BG-Alert Early Warning System Fails to Send Messages During National Test
At precisely 11 a.m., only the sirens were successfully activated, while a significant number of people did not receive the expected text message alerts, according to widespread reports. The scheduled test had promised that messages from the BG-Alert system would be transmitted to mobile users across the country
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Flu Season in Bulgaria Yet to Peak: Rising Cases and Health Warnings
Although some regions, like Blagoevgrad, have already seen a significant rise in flu cases, areas such as Sofia and Burgas have not experienced a major surge. However, hospitals in Sofia are beginning to fill up with flu patients, and the situation remains closely monitored
Bulgarian Sailors Reunite with Families After 14 Months in Houthi Captivity
The two sailors were accompanied by a Romanian crew member, who was welcomed by Romania’s ambassador. The release of the sailors followed a complex diplomatic operation spearheaded by Oman, a key mediator in regional conflicts