02 Nov 2022
A Closer Look At Sunny Beach
A lot of people have pre conceptions of Sunny Beach, many people think it’s a party resort and not for them, but when you look a bit further into the resort you find a different side of Sunny Beach, quite a few sides actually.  There is indeed a party scene in Sunny Beach. Flower Street, in the centre of the resort does have bars and clubs where you’ll find the partygoers and it’s great fun. However, when you walk just one street away it’s so much quieter and then you have the rest of this glorious and varied resort to discover and enjoy.  Sunny Beach is a large resort and the vast majority of it is
02 Nov 2022
Holidays to Albena - Excursions for the Summer 2023 season
Our resort reps can arrange a number of exciting excursions and daytrips from your hotel to various parts of the region you are staying in. Our summer holidays to Albena come with a wide choice of excursions, such as Bulgarian folklore nights, visits to Varna Dolphinarium, exciting jeep safaris or visits to a traditional Bulgarian home. All excursions for your Albena holiday should be booked through your local representative who can provide you with a full excursion programme. For a taster, here is a list of our weekly excursion schedule, each of them bookable by our representative in
20 Oct 2022
History and Adventure in Nessebar
Nessebar is one of those destinations that feels like the complete package. Luxurious hotels and villas are complimented by a vibrant local life and fascinating Old Town. And we haven't even started on the the resort's coastline, which is among the best and most charismatic in Bulgaria. If there's one thing Nessebar is known for, however, it's history. The town contains a great many links to the past and it's well worth exploring these during your time here. Take a look at our some of our favourites below. The Church of Saint Sofia Located in Old Mitropolia, this place of worship was once the centre of an ancient
13 Oct 2022
Discover 6 Hidden Secrets of Bulgaria
Besides the many well known places to visit in Bulgaria such as the Rila Monastery, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia and of course the Black Sea Coast resorts, this diverse and interesting country is also home to numerous hidden gems, less known to the many annual tourists, but just as worth seeing as the main attractions. Join us now as we take you through 6 of these magical attractions we think you should experience on your next holiday to Bulgaria... 1. Belogradchik Rocks The stunning Belogradchik Rocks are a group of oddly shaped sandstone and conglomerate rock formations found on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains
03 Oct 2022
Why Bulgaria Should Be Your Next Summer Family Holiday Destination
Family holidays to Bulgaria can be both an interesting and rewarding experience, especially if you have taken some extra time before travelling to ensure you have considered all the factors important to you and your family on a summer holiday. Whether you are planning your summer holiday to Bulgaria with teenagers or young children, the right choice of resort and accommodation is essential. Besides the time you spend together as a family, there may be occasions when they will require their own activities and entertainment to continue having fun while giving you a much needed opportunity to relax and unwind during your holiday. With the
15 Sep 2022
Summer Holidays in Lumbarda, Croatia
The small resort town of Lumbarda, with 1200 inhabitants, lies in a shallow bay on the island of Korcula, 7 km from the town of Korcula. It has its own marina, some Roman ruins, a medieval church and a few villas. Its sandy beaches have made Lumbarda a popular summer destination, especially for those traveling with children. The main attraction of the island is the grk (greek) wine produced here. The uniqueness of this wine comes from the fact that the Eastern part of the island is actually a yellowish-redish sand bank. Add an enormous amount of sunny hours, and you get the special essence of grk wine. The wine produced from these grapes
12 Sep 2022
Summer Holidays to Cavtat, Croatia
Cavtat is a small, idyllic seaside resort town 15km south of Dubrovnik, one of the southernmost ones in Croatia, with a population of just 2000. This town in Southern Dalmatia has a vary old and rich history, it was founded as Epidaurus in the 6th century B.C. by the Greeks. It became a part of the Roman Empire in 228 B.C., when its name was changed to Epidaurum. Later it got occupied by Byzantine, Ancient Avar and Slavic conquerors, then it was demolished in the 6-7th century A.D. The town got rebuilt in the medieval ages. Its current name comes from the Latin term “Civitas Vetus”, or Old City. It has become a popular tourist
25 Aug 2022
10 things to do in Sunny Beach
10 things to do in Sunny Beach   1. Beach  It’s not named Sunny Beach for no reason, here we have a 5km long beautiful Sandy beach, perfect for chilling out or enjoying the water sports on offer! Perfect for making memories!   2. Dine out  with so many places to eat and with a great price tag too, Sunny Beach is a perfect place to test those taste buds! Fancy dinner with entertainment, then Khans tent is where it’s at!! We’d recommend sampling Banitsa & Shopska salad for sure    3. Shopping  Did we mention Sunny Beach wins the best value for money
23 Aug 2022
Find your perfect holiday on the Island of Brac
Brac, also called the island of grapes and olives, with a population of 13,000, is the largest island of Dalmatia. It is also the location of the highest peak of all Adriatic islands: Vidova Gora at 774m above sea level, provides a spectacular view from the top, where all other islands are visible in clear weather. Brac is famous for its marble, the building material of the White House in Washington, DC. The numerous towns of the island give you varied experiences, such as quiet relaxing holidays, night parties, historical or ancient monuments and cultural entertainments. Supetar, the town with the highest population of the island
22 Aug 2022
Value is Always in Style!
With the cost of so many things increasing we need to look for value for money and savings in everything else we buy, ‘every little helps’ has never been more relevant.   This is where Balkan Holidays and Bulgaria prove our worth! We offer the best value overseas holidays, of that there can be no doubt. Having said that we do recommend you consider booking early for next summer, and by that we mean before this summer season ends, ie by the end of September. The cost of living is a big part of the overall cost of a holiday and here Bulgaria is a winner, local prices are still much lower than other countries and yet again Sunny
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