23 Nov 2018
Head East for the Best Ski Value this Winter
For the sixth consecutive year the Eastern European resorts of Bansko, Bulgaria and Kranjska Gora, Slovenia have emerged as the cheapest ski destinations in the world, offering consumers the best value for their money this winter. This welcoming news was announced in the recent Post Office Ski Resort Report which compiles data from leading ski resorts around the world to put together a comprehensive report detailing which destinations provide the best choice available to clients. With the pound currently enjoying a better exchange rate against other European currencies and the US dollar, the report found Bansko over £80 cheaper
20 Nov 2018
World Ski Awards Winners Announced in Kitzbühel
Recognised as the very best in the global ski tourism industry, the World Ski Awards took place over the weekend of November 15th-17th in Austria’s winter sports destination of Kitzbühel. The event was attended by 200 handpicked guests who took part in a three day programme of unrivalled networking events, dinners, and exclusive ski experience activities.   Ski tourism figureheads and market leaders from North America, Europe Asia, South America and Australasia were in attendance as the World Ski Awards winners were unveiled during
19 Nov 2018
Bansko Shines At 2018 World Ski Awards
Bansko has once again been named "Bulgaria’s Best Ski Resort" at the 2018 World Ski Awards held on November 18th in Kitzbühel, Austria. This marks the fifth consecutive time that Bansko has won the prestigious award since the World Ski Awards were first launched back in 2013. Furthermore, a Balkan Holidays customer favourite, the 5* Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena in Bansko took home the "Bulgaria’s Best Ski Hotel" award, making it a good night for the resort. Launched in 2013, the World Ski Awards was created to drive up standards within the ski tourism industry by rewarding organisations that are
08 Sep 2018
Bulgaria Winter Ski Weekends With Balkan Holidays
Surely sometimes you've just wanted to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and get away for a holiday but end up finding you simply don't have the time available for an entire week off? On many of these occassions we will just give up the thought of getting away and leave it for another time, but that doesn't need to be the case any more with Balkan Holidays offering a range of Winter ski weekends to Bulgaria - ideal for those who only have 3 or 4 days to escape. With the widest choice of accommodation available in Bansko and Borovets to suit everyone, and with flights available departing every Thursday, Friday or
12 Feb 2018
New Winter 2018/19 Brochure Out Now
Balkan Holidays are pleased to announce the release of our new Winter 2018/19 1st Edition brochure packed with a choice of over 50 hotels and apartments in the countries of Bulgaria, Slovenia and Romania. Take a look at what we’ve packed inside... • Prices from £279pp. • Low Deposit – A low deposit of £70pp is available for a limited period. • Free Child Places & Great Discounts for Children. • Departures from 11 UK airports – Including Bristol, East Midlands, Gatwick, Manchester and more. • Free Luggage Allowance – 20 kilos per person on all package holidays. • 5%
13 Jan 2018
5 Great Things To Do In Bansko
The reasonable prices, the amazing slopes, the delicious food and the quality entertainment make Bansko one of the finest ski resorts in Europe. People flock there for five good reasons and we have listed them here for you to check out!       1. Skiing The cause for ski fans to go back to Bansko every season is that it is the perfect place for skiing: cheerful and cheap. The nature and beauty of the resort is so enchanting, people who visit Bansko often recommend the resort as an alternative to France, Austria and Switzerland to everyone they meet once they get home. The scenery from the
14 Dec 2017
Ski in Europe's Sunniest Resort This Winter
The stunning resort of Pamporovo is set at the foot of the Rhodopi Mountains and offers a compact yet modern winter resort that has a unique claim to fame of being the sunniest winter resort in Europe with an average of 240 sunny days per year, making Pamporovo Holidays an ideal destination combining plenty of snow and sunshine for everyone. Ski holidays to Pamporovo are particularly suited for beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders with 37km of marked runs and 25km of cross country trails available as well as an internationally renowned ski school. Excursions are also available from Pamporovo should you choose to take some
06 Oct 2017
A Mega Ski Resort for Winter Sport Enthusiasts
Exciting news is coming from one of the top Bulgarian resorts Pamporovo. After the announcements for huge development a couple of years ago of the area, the resort is getting quite the attention.   A high speed quad “Two bridges” (Dvata mosta) was built during the ski season 2015/2016 that services Malina ski area in Pamporovo and provides a link to Snezhanka peak. The 4 seats lift costs approximately 3.8 million euro and is 1 km long. The capacity of the new quad is 2000 people per hour, allowing faster transportation and minimal lines at the slope base.   There are initial plans to
16 Mar 2017
A Brief History: Balkan Holidays & Bulgaria Tourism
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
03 Feb 2017
Skiing in Bulgaria: Which Resort?
When it comes to skiing in Bulgaria, you may well be bowled over by the level of choice. Three major resorts stand out - but which one should you opt for? While Borovets, Bansko and Pamporovo all make efforts to cater to every type of visitor, they all have unique aspects that may do well in enhancing your holiday. Take a look below and see if you have an easier time making up your mind. Bansko Perhaps the best-known of the three, Bansko has attained international acclaim for its ultra-modern facilities and incredible 70km of invigorating slopes. But despite its popularity, it manages to retain
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