05 Sep 2018
As Bulgaria's second largest summer beach resort, Golden Sands on the northern Black Sea coast boasts all of the same amenities as its southern counterpart, Sunny Beach, but is perhaps set in a more relaxed, less busy environment. Situated approximately 25 kilometres from Varna airport, the short transfer from the airport will bring you to the doorstep of one of the most beautiful beaches in Eastern Europe, with over 3 kilometres of Blue Flag pure gold and white sandy beach, there certainly is plenty of space to relax, sunbathe and try out some of the fantastic water sports on offer.
Mainly attracting families and couples, the
09 Jul 2018
Balkan Holidays’ local resort reps in Bulgaria are always on your disposal to make your summer holiday to Bulgaria more exciting and unforgettable. A wide range of excursions, daytrips, sightseeing trips are available locally.
When on a summer holiday in the Varna region in Bulgaria, such as Golden Sands, our reps can arrange a lovely daytrip to the Dolphinarium in Varna. Varna Dolpinarium is situated in Primorski Park in Varna, and has 40 minute Dolphin Shows where sometimes clowns and actors perform together with the dolphinsa and spectators have the chance to help in feeding the dolphins.
In most Dolphinariums around the world
22 May 2017
Find out about some of the best and most popular Bulgarian summer holiday resorts in our two part blog special featuring the stunning beach resorts of both the north and south of this fantastic country. Put your feet up and relax as we kick start part one of the northern resorts with the most popular and well known resort of Golden Sands...
1. GOLDEN SANDS
Escape to a summer holiday by the sea with glorious scenery and wooded hillsides sweeping down to meet one of the world's most beautiful beaches and blue sparkling sea. There is plenty to do by day and by night but if you want to take it easy, the friendly, relaxing atmosphere is
16 Mar 2017
Since the fall of communism in 1989, tourism in Bulgaria has continued to grow with over 10 million annual visitors to the country in 2011 alone. The number of UK holidaymakers arriving in Bulgaria also increased during 2012 by 4.5% due to the incredible value for money offered in the Bulgarian resorts during harsh economic times for the average UK tourist.
As a significant contributor to Bulgaria's economy, new types of tourism have developed over recent years including cultural, architectural and historic tours, eco-tourism and adventure tours, opening the doors for a new range of experiences for visitors to the country.
The main
08 Feb 2017
Every parent knows that keeping the kids entertained is key when it comes to having a happy and relaxed holiday.
Luckily this is not a problem at the resort of Golden Sands in Bulgaria, as there are so many activities for kids of all ages to enjoy, they won't know where to start.
Well, we recommend the beach as their first stop, as building sandcastles and splashing around in the sea are always top family activities and Golden Sands has a safe clean expanse perfect for these sorts of fun and games.
Once they have exhausted what to do on the shore, then they can always head out on the water to enjoy
06 Feb 2015
As a popular alternative to the southern Bulgarian resort of Sunny Beach, holidays to Golden Sands provide holidaymakers with everything they need from a summer break plus so much more. Located just a few kilometres from the bustling historical city of Varna, Golden Sands offers a fulfilling mix of entertainment and relaxation all set in one of the most picturesque natural environments found in the Balkan region. Named after the nearby national park, the resort of Golden Sands extends a warm welcome to all who visit it with wooded hillsides sweeping down to meet one of Europe's most beautiful coastlines, the Black Sea
04 Jan 2013
As the UK recession officially hits its fifth year in 2013 overtaking the previous record of four years set between 1930-1934 and talks of a "triple dip" recession escalate, many holidaymakers are finding it increasingly difficult to save their hard earned cash for a summer holiday. Although currently not as deep as the downturn of the 30's, this recession has steadily been eating its way through the population's wallets, leaving travellers searching high and low across the country for the best value deals they can find to help get the most out of every penny they spend.
Research has found that holidaymakers are
