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Bulgaria is the most popular country among Russian buyers of foreign real estate. In 2013, more than 10 thousand of our compatriots purchased local real estate. The most popular apartments are on the country's Black Sea coast.

“Bulgaria’s seaside resorts are in demand for a variety of segments of the population. Young people prefer large, noisy resorts; they have almost no opportunity to buy housing. Young families as well as older people like calm and quiet places, but some prefer cities due to the availability of medical care, better infrastructure and the ability to rent out homes all year round. Some people prefer good apartments in large resorts (in gated complexes) for long-term stays or for renting out housing,” says Todor Stoyanov, financial director of Prime Property BG.

the site has compiled a list of the best resorts in Bulgaria for families with children and purchasing real estate. The rating is based on the following criteria: quality of beaches, infrastructure and attractions, level of safety, environmental conditions, cost of living and recreation.

Rating of Bulgarian resorts for holidays and home buying (maximum score - 10)

Sveti Vlas: a quiet resort for families

Sveti Vlas is a coastal town located 40 km from Burgas International Airport and 6 km from Sunny Beach. “Sveti Vlas is an ideal place for a quiet, measured holiday with the whole family. It feels like home, the complexes are cozy, and accommodation is inexpensive. The only drawback is that there is little greenery at the resort,” says Alexander D., who vacationed in Sveti Vlas in the summer of 2013 with his wife and two children.

This area has a special microclimate: the air is enriched with iodine ions, a fresh breeze blows from the sea, the Stara Planina Mountains and the surrounding hills keep it cool during the summer heat. There are sunny days from May to September or a total of 70 days. Due to the combination of a mild climate and healthy air, many come to Sveti Vlas to treat their lungs.

All three beaches with a length of 1.5 km (Camping, Marina and Central) are marked with the Blue Flag. This award is given for environmental friendliness. The beaches are sandy, wide, free (money is taken only for sun loungers and umbrellas), with small bays convenient for swimming.

The tourist infrastructure of the resort is actively developing. Now there is a marina, shops and restaurants. Most streets are under video surveillance, so crime here is almost reduced to zero. Attractions include the Church of St. Andrew and the Temple of Athanasius the Great.

Some Bulgarian government officials have acquired houses in this town. Available real estate offers include apartments in hotel complexes, apartments and villas. Housing in Sveti Vlas is sold at prices from 22.6 thousand to 376 thousand euros. Apartment rental costs 25–55 euros per day.

Kranevo: an ideal holiday for children

“In the summer of 2012, we sent our children to the AquaLife water sports camp in the village of Kranevo. From June to July we rented a house there to live near our children. We enjoyed our vacation so much that in the future we plan to vacation only in Kranevo,” says Olga K.

From Kranevo to Varna Airport is about 30 minutes drive. Buses and minibuses also run regularly to Albena, Balchik, Dobrich and Golden Sands. All these resorts are nearby.

The beach in Kranevo is clean, with golden sand, 6 km long and up to 100 m wide. There are paid and free recreation areas. The seabed is flat, without dangerous currents or depth changes, so children can swim here without fear. Some tourists believe that Kranevo beach is the most convenient on the coast. The village also has mineral springs, which are used to treat various diseases.

Kranevo is a village, but it has all the infrastructure necessary for recreation: bars, discos, restaurants serving Bulgarian, Indian and Chinese cuisine, shops, hairdressers, a market and even children's attractions. On the beach you can rent catamarans, jet skis and windsurfing equipment. And yet, Kranevo is famous not for its nightlife, but for its quiet relaxation, so young people who are accustomed to noisy parties may find it boring here.

The resort has both hotels and a private sector. Prices for apartments in Kranevo range from 37 thousand to 80 thousand euros, for houses - from 62 thousand to 337 thousand.

Review: beautiful nature and warm sea

There are several beaches - sandy, pebble, concrete; one of them is marked with the Blue Flag. The sea is clean, warms up well, and the slope to the sea is gentle. However, not everyone likes the beaches in Pomorie: the sand has a gray-brown color due to its high iron content, in some places there are stones, and in the morning, sometimes, the current carries algae.

In the surrounding area there are salt lakes, the healing properties of the water in which were known to the Byzantines and Thracians. It was used to treat wounds, rheumatism and skin diseases. Since Pomorie is located at zero elevation above sea level, the area is swampy, and the mud also has healing properties.

The city is located in the middle of the plains, so you won’t see the greenery of the forests here. But there are many vineyards here. Pomorie is famous for the fact that on its outskirts there is a wine and cognac factory called Black Sea Gold. It is believed that cognac made from grapes grown on salty soil is of special quality.

The resort has many hotels, sanatoriums, cafes, an open-air cinema, museums, monasteries and churches, but there is little entertainment for young people. “Pomorie will appeal to those who value peace and do not like crowds of tourists. It seemed to us that there are very few foreign tourists here; mainly Bulgarians come here from other regions of the country,” says Elena K.

The old part of the city has many buildings with interesting architecture, located on narrow winding streets, while the new areas are dominated by modern houses ranging in height from two to four floors. Pomorie is considered one of the cheapest resorts in Bulgaria. Both food and housing are inexpensive here. Apartments in Pomorie can be purchased for prices starting from 20 thousand euros.

Mermaid: rare birds and protected places

Rusalka is the northernmost resort in Bulgaria. It is located 80 km from Varna and 50 km from Albena in the Tauk Liman nature reserve, which translated from Turkish means “chicken haven”: many species of rare birds nest in the reserve. Nearby is Cape Kaliakra - an archaeological and natural reserve with secluded coves, exotic caves and mineral springs. You can get to Rusalka by bus, minibus or taxi from Varna, as well as by water transport from Kavarna and Kaliakra.

Rusalka has both sandy and pebble beaches. The average sea water temperature is +24 °C. The swimming season lasts from May to September. In summer the air warms up to +28 °C, and only a fresh breeze from the sea brings coolness.

The complexes at the resort operate on an all-inclusive basis. On their territory there are dozens of tennis courts, a riding club, a fitness room, a sauna, discos and bars, and swimming pools with animation. Here you can play football, go scuba diving and ride a bike.

There are about 600 country houses available for rent in Rusalka, where tourists, mostly British and Germans, stay in the summer. The houses are equipped with air conditioning, telephones and televisions.

Primorsko: a haven for surfers and exotic nature

Primorsko is located in the Burgas region, near Sozopol and Tsarevo, at the foot of the Strandja Mountains. From here you can take a bus to Burgas, Pleven, Plovdiv, Sofia and Tsarevo.

The surrounding area of ​​Primorsko is a protected area with pristine forests, rare plants and wild animals, as well as unusual rock formations. In the Ropotamo Nature Reserve, which covers an area of ​​1 thousand hectares, you can go hiking or boating on the river. Tourists also visit St. Thomas Island, where white water lilies grow and turtles live.

The resort has a clean beach 2 km long with fine sand. The northern beach is open to all winds, which is why it is chosen by surfers. The southern beach is calmer, it is reliably protected from the wind, there is a gentle shore and a warm sea. “We vacationed in Primorsko from July to August, it was very hot and sunny, but thanks to the dry air, high temperatures were easily tolerated,” says Alla B.

Primorsko is an affordable resort for the whole family. Hotels, goods and services are cheaper here than in other resorts in Bulgaria. Apartments in Primorsko are sold at prices from 20 thousand to 100 thousand euros, houses - from 95 thousand to 700 thousand euros.

Elenite: healthy air and all-inclusive system

Elenite is a resort located in a picturesque bay on the southern slopes of the Stara Planina mountains, 40 km from Burgas airport and a few minutes by bus from Sunny Beach and Sveti Vlas. The resort was named “Elenite” (Bulgarian for “deer”) because deer live in the local forests.

In Elenite, iodized sea air is combined with the air of coniferous forests growing in the surrounding area, which creates a special microclimate that is beneficial for pulmonary patients. There is no sweltering heat here: the average air temperature in summer is about +28 °C. From May to October the water heats up to an average of +24 °C. Stara Planina Mountain protects the resort from northern winds.

This is a closed resort, and outsiders are not allowed into its territory. In Elenite there are several hotels and residential complexes with apartments located on the first line of the sea, along an 800 m long beach. There are many shops, benches, restaurants serving European and Bulgarian cuisine, bars, an outdoor seawater swimming pool, tennis courts, a yacht club , volleyball and football grounds, a fitness room, table tennis and billiards, a riding club, and a water park. The complex operates on an all-inclusive basis. The holiday is comfortable and inexpensive, meets European standards.

“Externally, Elenite reminded me of Ibiza - the same white villas with red tile roofs. Beautiful resort. But the entrance to the sea is inconvenient - the sand is strewn with stones, you can get hurt, and the beach seemed narrow to me,” says Svetlana S. from Kazan.

Prices for apartments in Elenite range from 35 thousand to 260 thousand euros.

Golden Sands: lots of tourists and discos until the morning

The Golden Sands resort is located in a national park 18 km northeast of Varna. There are bus connections to all coastal resorts.

There is a legend associated with the name of the resort. According to it, a long time ago, pirates buried a gold treasure somewhere on the coast, later they could not find it, and then this gold turned into fine-grained golden sand. Beaches of amazing yellow color, from 50 to 100 m wide, stretch along the northern coast for 3.5 km. The average air temperature in summer does not fall below +27 °C, and the water remains warm even at night.

“Golden Sands has a lot of entertainment and is a great place for young people. But for older people this is rather a disadvantage. We lived in a house on the first line of the sea, nearby discos were open until the morning, and because of the resting youth and loud music it was impossible to sleep. There are also a lot of tourists at the resort,” says Alexander Sh.

The resort has many attractions for adults and children, restaurants, discos, hotels, casinos, sports centers and amusement parks. Cultural attractions include the Chapel of St. John the Baptist and the 14th-century Aladzha rock monastery.

At the Ambassador balneological center, arthritis, arthrosis, bronchitis, neuroses, stress and chronic pharyngitis are treated using sea water, rich in salts and microelements, as well as healing mud and various types of medicinal plants.

Prices in Golden Sands restaurants are approximately twice as high as in Varna. Real estate is also not cheap: apartments with an area of ​​30–40 m² are sold for 30–40 thousand euros. Apartment rental costs 40–50 euros per day.

Kavarna: historical sights and rock concerts

The resort town of Kavarna is located 64 km from Varna, 49 km from Dobrich and 18 km from Balchik. From here there are buses to Bolgarevo, Balchik, Varna, Dobrich, Durankulak and Sofia.

The sandy beach is located about 2 km from the center of Kavarna and has a length of about 1.5 km. In summer, the air temperature varies from +22 to +30 °C, there is almost no rain - precipitation only falls closer to autumn.

Kavarna has cafes, snack bars, fish restaurants, an ethnographic museum, and many ruins of Roman villas and medieval churches. The city is famous for hosting the International Rock Fest every summer, where many world-famous performers have performed. Among them are Accept, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Glenn Hughes, Ronnie James Dio and Scorpions.

The city has a large selection of residential complexes with apartments. Prices range from 24 thousand to 350 thousand euros. A house can be purchased at a price from 60 thousand to 2 million euros. Rental housing costs 30–50 euros per day.

Lozenets: seafood cuisine and the cleanest sea

The fishing village of Lozenets, surrounded by greenery, is located in the Burgas region between the resort towns of Kiten and Tsarevo, 60 km south of Burgas. The sea and the proximity of the Strandja Mountains create a unique landscape here.

The village has more than 10 restaurants and bars where you can listen to music and taste different dishes from freshly caught fish: mussels, crabs, octopus, squid, shrimp, mackerel and much more. There are six sandy beaches: Babeshki, Coral, Oasis, Maly, Mechata Dupka and Central. Activities include surfing, fishing, horse riding, jet skiing, and, of course, swimming and sunbathing. According to scientific research, sea water in Lozenets is the cleanest on the entire Bulgarian Black Sea coast. It is rich in microelements - bromine, iodine, calcium and magnesium.

In summer it can be hot - up to +30 °C, but the heat is softened by a light fresh breeze blowing from the sea. Lozenets is protected from strong winds by the Strandja Mountains.

The resort is dominated by two- and three-story houses, many of which have been converted into small hotels. The low-rise buildings of the village are reminiscent of European suburbs. Apartments in Lozenets are sold at prices from 30 thousand to 300 thousand euros, houses - from 90 thousand to 400 thousand euros.

Sozopol: architectural monuments and bohemia

Sozopol is the oldest Bulgarian city on the Black Sea coast. The first settlement in these places arose in the Bronze Age - in the 4th–3rd millennium BC. e. The resort is located 34 km from Burgas, on a small peninsula that juts into the Black Sea. By bus you can reach Burgas, Kiten, Primorsko and Sofia.

There are three sandy beaches in Sozopol - Zlatna Ribka, Harmanite and Central. Harmanyte is awarded the Blue Flag. There are several campsites nearby - “Veselie”, “Gradina”, “Zlatna Ribka”, “Kavatsi” and “Smokinya”. The city has more than 600 restaurants, taverns, bars and discos. This is a museum city: there are many historical and architectural monuments of the 18th–19th centuries, beautiful churches, old white houses with red tile roofs and narrow cobbled streets. The special atmosphere of the resort attracts creative people - artists, musicians and painters.

It is hot in Sozopol in summer. From May to September, the air temperature is +27–33 °C, the water temperature is +25–28 °C.

Apartments in Sozopol cost from 27.5 thousand to 500 thousand euros, houses - from 100 thousand euros.

Balchik: magnificent park and bad beaches

Balchik is the third most important port in Bulgaria after Varna and Burgas. It is located close to Albena, Varna, Dobrich, Golden Sands and Kranevo.

In ancient times, buildings here were built from white limestone. The Roman poet Ovid, sailing past the city on a ship, wrote about what he saw: “I greet you, white-stone city, with your unique beauty.” Balchik remains a beautiful city to this day. The most picturesque place is the residence of the Romanian Queen Maria with a palace park in which there are about 200 species of trees, more than 3,000 rare and exotic plants, more than 250 species of cacti, the collection of which is the second largest after the collection of Monaco. Other attractions include churches, remains of the Temple of Cybele, medieval walls and stone fountains.

“I didn’t like the beaches in Balchik. There is no sandy beach area as such, people sunbathe wherever they can, even on the parapets,” says Olga L. Due to the fact that there are no good beaches in Balchik, this resort is not as popular as others. The other side of the coin is low prices for holidays in local hotels and restaurants.

Here you will find a yacht club with 60 yachts, a 20-hole golf course, nightclubs and bars. In general, Balchik is a calm and quiet resort where young people may get bored.

The sea water temperature is 2–3 °C lower than in the south of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. For many Balchik homeowners, landslides are a big problem.

Among the property owners in Balchik there are many English, Irish and Russians. Apartments cost from 40 thousand to 200 thousand euros. The average cost per square meter is 300 euros.

Tsarevo: a boring resort for a lazy holiday

Tsarevo is a small port city in the Burgas region, located on a peninsula with a heavily indented coastline. There is a bus connection with Ahtopol, Burgas and Malko Tarnovo.

There are more than 200 sunny days a year, the air temperature in the summer months ranges from +24 to 35 °C, the water temperature reaches +25 °C.

This is a quiet, relaxing resort, where there are no noisy discos and crowds of tourists. There are not many hotels, since this resort is not the most popular among foreigners. In addition to Russians, Germans and Norwegians vacation here. There are three picturesque beaches, regattas and surfing competitions are held here, and you can go spearfishing. 9 km from Tsarevo there is a private botanical garden “Raiskata Gradina” with more than 2,000 species of plants, including bananas, kiwi, magnolia and cacti. There are no historical values ​​in Tsarevo, since most of the old buildings burned down during a fire in the 19th century.

Housing prices in Tsarevo start from 20 thousand euros.

Ravda: a relaxing holiday without the fuss

The seaside village of Ravda is located 30 km from Burgas Airport and 1.5 km from Nessebar. This is primarily a children's and youth resort with good sports facilities. Here you can surf, swim and water ski. The main advantage of Ravda is safety.

There are beaches in Ravda for every taste - both rocky and sandy. On the approach to the beach there are undeveloped areas. The vacation spots are protected from cold winds by rocky capes, making the climate here mild. Every summer, about 5,000 tourists vacation in the village, mainly from Germany, Macedonia, Slovakia and the Czech Republic. Most vacationers stay in small private hotels.

The village has shops, restaurants, entertainment complexes, a post office, an outpatient clinic, a fitness center and discos. However, active young people may find it boring here. On the outskirts of Ravda there are vineyards and melon fields, where you can buy watermelons and melons.

Ravda is one of the cheapest resorts in Bulgaria. You can rent a studio here for an average of 25 euros per day in the middle season. You can buy apartments for a price starting from 19 thousand euros.

Riviera: luxury hotels and luxury holidays

Riviera is a private resort located 14 km northeast of Varna, next to Golden Sands. It is surrounded by a magnificent park of 12 hectares and consists of several five-star hotels such as the Imperial, Lotus, Oasis and Riviera Beach. Local hotel rooms are some of the most expensive on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast.

The beach is located in a cozy cove, right behind it is a park with centuries-old trees. The Riviera has entertainment for every taste - from beach and water sports to get-togethers in bars, night discos, day excursions and animation. You can water ski and yacht, surf, fish, play tennis, and take bicycle rides. There are swimming pools with mineral water and healing springs that lead directly to the beaches.

The sea at the resort is clean and warm: the water warms up to +24 °C. It is hot in summer, but due to the light breeze and abundance of greenery the heat is almost not felt.

Varna: a major transport hub and a bustling resort with discos

Varna is the largest city in Northern Bulgaria and on the country's Black Sea coast. It is often called the “sea capital”, “summer capital”, “Bulgarian pearl” and “pearl of the Black Sea”. This is a major transport hub and a starting point for tourists coming to other resorts in the country. Flights from many major cities in Europe and Russia arrive here. Seasonal trains depart from Kyiv, Minsk and Moscow. There are ferry connections to Batumi and Istanbul.

The city has sandy beaches and hot springs with temperatures of +35–50 °C. Good beaches are located in the northern part of the city, including wild ones. In the center of Varna you can see the beach, separated from the rest of the city by a garden. In summer, the water temperature varies from +20 to +30 °C, and on hot days the sand on the beaches heats up to +65 °C. In September (“velvet season”), the sea, which has warmed up over the summer, is still quite warm, and there are fewer vacationers at this time than in July and August, since the school year begins.

Varna has many restaurants, cafes, museums, galleries, shops and nightclubs. There are Roman baths, churches, a large pedestrian area and a dolphinarium. Prices here are lower than Western European ones, but higher than at other resorts in Bulgaria.

A square meter in the city costs on average about 600 euros. Apartments and houses in Varna are sold at prices starting from 30 thousand euros. Rental costs from 25 euros per day.

Nessebar: city of churches

Nessebar is a beautiful, ancient city with a three-thousand-year history and a rich excursion program. There are about 50 churches here - more than in any other city in Bulgaria, many museums and various antiquities.

The nearest airport and train station are in Burgas. By sea you can reach Burgas, Sveti Vlas and Sunny Beach. Buses run from Burgas, Elenite and Sunny Beach.

The long coastline creates favorable conditions for the development of tourism. Nessebar is considered the largest tourist center on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. The city has 730 hotels, almost 3,000 private residences with more than 155 thousand beds and over 3,500 catering establishments. Tourists often stay in ancient houses of past centuries, equipped with modern amenities.

The beach in Nessebar is small. The bottom is sandy, without cliffs, but in some places there are sharp stones. On the beach you can play volleyball, rent a scooter or yacht, hire an instructor for diving and windsurfing.

Since Nessebar is a popular tourist city visited by foreigners from all over the world, crime here is slightly higher than in other, quieter and smaller resorts.

“There are always a lot of tourists in Nessebar during the beach season. Fraudsters know this and take advantage of large crowds of people for their own purposes. I would advise you to keep a closer eye on wallets and valuables. It happens that foreigners are deceived at exchange offices,” warns Dimitar K., a local resident who works in the tourism industry.

Prices for goods and services in the city are higher than in other resorts. Apartments in Nessebar are for sale
for 27–65 thousand euros. Rental costs 50–160 euros per day.

the site advises choosing Bulgarian resorts for holidays and buying real estate in accordance with your preferences, lifestyle and budget:

- Best beaches:

Albena, Dunes, Elenite, Golden Sands, Rusalka, Sveti Vlas, Sozopol, Sunny Beach

- Developed recreation and entertainment infrastructure:

Albena, Burgas, Varna, Golden Sands, Nessebar, Sveti Vlas, Sunny Beach

- Quiet and relaxing holiday:

Ahtopol, Balchik, Kavarna, Kamchia, Obzor, Ravda, Rusalka, Tsarevo

- The most expensive resorts:

Varna, Elenite, Golden Sands, Nessebar, Riviera, Rusalka, St. St. Konstantin and Elena, Sozopol

- Cheapest resorts:

Burgas, Kamchia, Kiten, Kranevo, Lozenets, Obzor, Pomorie, Ravda, Sunny Beach

Well, gentlemen, vacationers, it’s time to look for a place in the sun. And it’s better on an inexpensive but comfortable sun lounger! How do you like your holiday in Bulgaria - very close to home, a Russian-speaking country, safe and inexpensive!

"Sweet pepper, Golden sands and rose oil" -

These three phrases are associated primarily with Bulgaria: according to rumors, local residents use sweet peppers as an ingredient in all dishes, including rakia and cakes, and a wide range of cosmetics are made from rose oil.

And there is no need to say much about Golden Sands - this is the most famous Bulgarian seaside resort, tested by the grandparents of Russian youth.

Of course, this is the most superficial idea of ​​the beautiful Balkan country.

Bulgaria has not only beautiful beaches, but also excellent ski resorts, historical and cultural attractions.

Most holidays take place in the summer, so potential tourists are interested in holidays in Bulgaria from mid-June to early September.

Weather in Bulgaria by months: June, July, August, September

The country has access to the western coast of the Black Sea: the coastal strip stretches from north to south and is about 380 km. Due to the geographic location, the water and air temperatures vary slightly.

The first days of summer, seaside resorts can boast pleasant air temperatures during the day, but in the evening it becomes noticeably cooler.

A trip in the first ten days of June is called into question by the rather invigorating sea water temperature, fluctuating around 20 - 21°C and periodic rains. There is no season, but for cautious heat-loving tourists it is better to reschedule their travel dates to Bulgaria until July.

In order not to be upset by cold sea water or rain, plan your trip no earlier than June 10, and choose one of the southern resorts, where “beach” weather arrives a little earlier.

Weather in Bulgarian sea resorts in June

During the day, the air in the north of the country warms up to 24 - 26°C, and in the evening it cools down to 20°C.

The weather in the south is quite comfortable and suitable for tourists who cannot tolerate heat: the air temperature during the day is 26 - 28°C, at night it drops to 21°C. By the end of the month, the water in the sea quickly warms up, and its temperature exceeds 23°C.

An undeniable advantage of a holiday in June is the opportunity to sunbathe for a long time, but do not forget about sunscreen!

Weather in July

Midsummer is the ideal time for those who do not like heat, but do not have a love for cool sea water. The daytime air temperature in the north is 28 - 29°C, the sea water does not drop below 23°C, and its average value is a quite comfortable 24.5°C.

Southern resorts will greet you with daytime temperatures of 29 - 31°C, and sea water will be 24 - 25°C.

Fans of cloudless skies need not worry: there are almost no cloudy days in July!

Weather in August

The end of summer is the peak of the beach season. If you have no complaints about the hot rays of the sun and categorically do not accept water temperatures below 25°C, plan a trip to Bulgaria in August.

The air in the resorts of the north during the day warms up to 29 - 31°C, in the south it is a little hotter: 30 - 32°C. Sea water has a pleasant temperature: 25.5 - 26°C.

The last month of summer is the sunniest and warmest month of the year!

Weather in September

The first two weeks of autumn are perfect for a beach holiday, especially if you are not too happy with the scorching sun. The number of rainy days is minimal, the sea water temperature does not drop below 23°C. The air cools down a bit: daytime temperatures are 25 - 27°C, but very warm days are possible, around 30°C.

Every time those who constantly go on holiday here in the summer year after year know the nuances of the right and best holiday in Bulgaria. And especially for those who are interested in where is the best place to relax and where to go with children, for example, we have selected several places popular among Russians for a beach holiday in this country.

Balchik

An amazingly beautiful ancient city in the north of the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. White cliffs with terraced streets and white houses with red and yellow roofs are framed by bright greenery in spring and summer.

Balchik looks very attractive from the sea.

The city is perfect for tourists who experience discomfort in noisy party resorts. Magnificent sandy beaches, calm seas, excellent service and a convenient location that allows you to easily visit various nearby attractions - these are the advantages that will help you decide on the choice of a Bulgarian resort.

Perhaps the decisive argument will be the opportunity to improve your health at a famous balneological resort located 5 km away.

Albena

This is a relatively young resort in the north of the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria, which began to develop in the 70s of the 20th century.

Do you view resorts solely from a parent's perspective? Albena is the best Bulgarian resort for families with children: clean sandy beaches with gentle entry into the water - all, without exception, have a Blue Flag certificate, a large number of children's entertainment, a nature reserve located near the border, saturating the air with freshness.

Golden Sands – traditional holiday in Bulgaria

The most famous and popular resort, located in the northern part of the Black Sea coast, which first comes to mind when planning a holiday in Bulgaria.

Golden Sands is located in a National Park, so the tourist complex is surrounded by lush vegetation, delighting with its untouched beauty.

The resort's magnificent beach, covered with the purest sand of a truly golden color, is 3.5 km long and up to 100 m wide. The infrastructure is designed for the most active tourists: here you can practice a variety of water and land sports.

Fans of entertainment and gambling will also not feel deprived: they will find a full range of fun opportunities, from open-air theater to casinos.

Vacationers with children should also pay attention to this resort: according to reviews, many hotels are designed for family vacations.

The popularity of Golden Sands, paradoxically, is its drawback: it is quite noisy here. However, by choosing housing further from the center, you will solve this problem.

Varna

Another famous and visited resort in Bulgaria is the capital of the country’s maritime territories. Varna is so popular that it has its own airport. If you decide to go to Europe and choose Bulgaria for your holiday, then feel free to purchase trips to Varna. This is an ideal place to relax with children.

Your child will not be bored: dolphinarium, planetarium and Happy Land (children's park). And adults will be able to have fun here to the fullest - in addition to the magnificent beaches, you should visit the monastery on the Alanja rock, the Assumption Cathedral.

Sunny Beach – the best holiday in Bulgaria

A wonderful large resort complex is located in the middle part of the Black Sea coast. It is famous for its cleanest beaches, certified “Blue Flag” with a gentle approach to the sea and crystal clear water without noticeable waves, and the surrounding nature, creating a wonderful microclimate.

Sunny Beach is perfect for a family holiday with children: in addition to a magnificent beach, there is a large water park.

The resort is actively being developed: if you're a fan of new hotels and pristine sun loungers, consider a trip to Sunny Beach!

Nessebar

The tiny town, one of the oldest in all of Europe, is located on a small piece of land, connected to the mainland by a narrow 300-meter strip.

This is the best place for those who consider the presence of picturesque attractions near the hotel, if not mandatory, then desirable!

Nessebar has preserved picturesque architectural monuments located in the Old Town area. This part of Nessebar is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The resort is located just a few kilometers south of Sunny Beach.

Sozopol

The cute old town is located in the southern part of the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. Ancient buildings, narrow streets and an indescribable romantic atmosphere.

This resort is perfect for lovers of a relaxing holiday. Lush greenery, clean beaches and excellent scenery - what else does a tourist who prefers silence and leisurely walks need?

Where is the best place to relax in Bulgaria with children - For the little ones

Choose inexpensive and safe Bulgarian resorts if you plan to vacation with small children. Everyone has their own taste, but most parents recommend these:

• Children almost never acclimatize upon arrival,
• the road takes a little time,
• beautiful beaches, ideal for little tourists,
• a variety of entertainment for children,
• good "children's" menu in hotels.

As mentioned above, the best places to relax with a child in Bulgaria are the resorts Golden Sands, Varna, Sunny Beach and Albena.

Do you need a visa to Bulgaria?

So, we’ve decided where to relax in Bulgaria. It's time to study visa and financial issues.

Russian tourists need a visa to visit Bulgaria. The cost of a visa is $35, and for an urgent one (within one day) they ask for $70.

Please note that a “packet traveler” has fewer problems obtaining a visa. But in any case, getting it is quite simple, and it won’t be difficult to complete the package of documents yourself.

If you have a valid multiple-entry Schengen visa, or national visas of Cyprus or Romania, the issue of obtaining an entry permit has been resolved for you.

Holidays in Bulgaria: prices, food, excursions

Prices for tours to Bulgaria

Holidays in Bulgaria are considered one of the most affordable: in summer, the cost of a seven-night tour for two starts from 400 €.

It is most profitable to order a package tour with early booking. This way you can save up to 70%. Services that provide the opportunity to find and buy a tour at a minimum price are listed below (scroll through).

A weekly budget, if you eat modestly and buy groceries in supermarkets, is $100-150. In addition, this price includes a short trip around the country. In order not to deny yourself anything, you should take it with you - $300-400 per person.

How to eat - What does the stomach say?

Bulgarian cuisine is tasty and satisfying: locals have a weakness for meat dishes with vegetables and seasonings. Fermented milk dishes and a variety of alcoholic drinks are very interesting.

What are the prices in cafes in Bulgaria:

• inexpensive cafe - 3-6 levs (national currency (LV), in rubles - 100-200), this food is already included in the price of the hotel room;
• good lunch – 25 LVL (900 rub.);
• restaurant - 10-40 LVL (350-1450 rubles) - depends on the prestige of the resort, location (tourist area is more expensive), variety of cuisine and level of service.

Excursions in Bulgaria – For the soul

Bulgaria is a country with a rich history. A visit to Varna - a cultural and tourist center, Plovdiv and Sofia - the capital of the country, will leave a lot of pleasant memories!

I love Bulgaria very much. Once upon a time, it was with her that my interest in foreign countries and Europe began. Having already visited many other countries, I was finally able to look here. Bulgaria will always remain a special place for me - it is similar to Turkey, Germany, and Russia, and therefore combines many of the advantages of the countries listed above. Bulgaria is also good because there are low prices for hotels, fruits, vegetables, food in restaurants and cafes, trips and excursions. The beaches here are clean and comfortable, suitable for a simple beach holiday for any Russian family.

Bulgaria is a beautiful country, picturesque and similar enough to Russia that you can travel around it without any worries. Bulgaria, of course, is not all interesting for tourists: mostly there are small towns and villages, half-abandoned, on simple plains. But there is also a stunning city - the capital Sofia, which is half like a Russian city, half like a German city and at the same time very authentic. The photo below shows the Golden Sands resort.

And the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria is absolutely breathtaking. There are incredibly beautiful traditional seaside towns, recently restored by the state, large resorts with large hotels and large-format beaches, as well as wild bays where you can come by bus or car to enjoy their pristine beauty.

Beach holiday

Beach holidays in Bulgaria belong to the Black Sea coast. There are small towns with boutique hotels and apartments for rent, large resorts with large chain hotels and entire tourist towns, as well as small villages with picturesque bays for a quiet, secluded holiday. For example, like in Sveti Vlas in the photo below.

Beach holidays in Bulgaria are especially good due to the climate. Usually all the cities and villages on the coast are small, they have clean and pleasant air, there are no traffic jams or increased traffic, or the noise of a big city. Another plus is the spacious sandy beaches for those who are tired of pebbles and who are sensitive to this vacation destination. The brightest and cleanest beaches are in Pomorie, near Burgas. And here is a gorgeous color.

I visited many cities in Bulgaria, traveled all over the country, somewhere I was only two or three days, somewhere for two or even three or four weeks, and I can say with confidence that almost every place could become home for me: It's beautiful, cheap and clean here. I would say that Bulgaria is a wonderful place to relax and live!

Conventionally, in Bulgaria there are four regions for beach holidays, marked on the map with stars of different colors. The North belongs to such resorts as Varna and Golden Sands; these are the most popular resorts where many Russians have been vacationing for many years. From north to south, the list of Bulgarian resorts looks like this:

• Varna is a large city with large shops and a port (there is also a beach here), and Golden Sands is an artificially created and very neat and beautiful resort village. These two resorts are located on the north coast.
• The center belongs to, Nessebar and, where in Nessebar you can plunge into Bulgarian culture, in Sunny Beach you can swim, and in Sveti Vlas you can relax from the hustle and bustle surrounded by green hills of wondrous beauty.
• Burgas is good for those who want to come to a real resort city, and not an artificial one, to walk around the city, streets, shops and parks, which is not the case in most Bulgarian resorts. At the same time, Pomorie is a good place to relax with children, the water here is the cleanest, the entry into the sea is very gentle, simply the best in Bulgaria. is a great little village with a beautiful Old Town, which is very loved by Europeans.
• And the wild south, where the villages of Sinemorets, Primorsko, Kiten and Ahtopol are located, is the last lower section for those who love a relaxing holiday by the sea in the wilderness, in the provinces, but with a pleasant climate and clean air. Below you will learn more about each region.

Varna and Golden Sands (north)

Varna is a large city with a population of 335 thousand people. There are a lot of places for walking, beautiful green alleys and parks, classical architecture, many shops, restaurants and hotels. The city lives more independently from tourists than other cities in Bulgaria, so it may be of interest to those who want to see real Bulgarian life with their own eyes. This city is perhaps the greenest of all. There are also good large beaches here that are convenient for tourists. The only negative is the presence of a port, which pollutes the surrounding waters. I would advise you to swim in Golden Sands, nearby, and go for a walk - specifically to Varna.

In August in Varna, an ideal vacation can be spent in a hotel for 50-60 USD per day for four in a good room of 40-60 square meters.

Golden Sands is a resort in which there are no local Bulgarian residents at all. Everyone who works here in the tourist service lives in Varna or at the hotel. Golden Sands is famous for its almost endless beaches, and the city itself, its streets, cafes and restaurants are very beautiful and well-kept.

In Golden Sands you can rent a room for four in a hotel on the first line for 100-200 USD in August and for 50 USD in a regular hotel.

Sunny Beach, Nessebar, Sveti Vlas (center)

Nessebar is a small traditional town on the peninsula, home to 22 thousand people, almost all of whom work in tourism. It is very pleasant to relax in this part of the country in peace and unity with the flavor of coastal Bulgaria. There is an Old Town with narrow streets, and a very large beach in the Sunny Beach area.

In the center of Nessebar you can rent a hotel room for four in August for about 60-100 USD.

Burgas is a very popular resort due to its low prices. In August, a room for four can easily be found for 40-50 USD.

Non-tourist areas

In principle, you can see the whole of Bulgaria if you focus on big cities and not urban villages. All of it is quite colorful, and the cities are very similar to each other, with tiled roofs in the old center and with panel and other low-rise apartment buildings in new areas. True, I advise you not to drive near the borders to Romania, Serbia and Macedonia, but the borders with Greece and Turkey are more friendly.

Where to go from Bulgaria

Many tourists who come to Bulgaria and realize that they are already in Europe are looking for which country else to visit during a 7-14-day trip. This is correct, since two absolutely incredible countries are located south of Bulgaria - and.

So, in Greece I advise you to visit, Kavala and Alexandroupolis, and in Turkey -.

How to get around Bulgaria

Many people choose the train as the best solution for those who do not like to get tired while traveling, but I suggest you modern air-conditioned buses. Traveling in them is quite comfortable, and there is much more privacy in relation to other passengers. Or you can rent a car and drive around the country on your own. Then, even in 14 days you can travel around absolutely the entire coast of Bulgaria, and in 7 days - half, which is also not bad!

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Resorts in Bulgaria are very diverse and offer many varied holiday options. To understand where it is better to relax in Bulgaria, you need to consider several points:

1. Who are you traveling with? Some resorts are suitable for a family holiday with children, while others are suitable for a cheerful group of young people.
2. The preferred direction of recreation is beach, excursion or recreational. There are resorts in all of the listed areas in Bulgaria.
3. What month is the vacation planned for?
4. Budget for the trip. This point is put last, since almost any resort has different price offers. However, there are a number of resorts that generally have higher or lower prices than others.

Let's consider which resorts in Bulgaria are suitable for holidays with children and which for youth, where to go for excursions and where to go for medical procedures, which resort is better to choose in June, July, August, September, and where the prices are lowest.

Resorts for families with children

For a comfortable holiday with children, ideal cleanliness of water and sand, a smooth descent into the water without changes, a calm sea, and fine sand are important. For some, it is important to have animators, teachers, children's playgrounds where you can leave your child for a while, and various entertainment for children. If a child eats only home-cooked food, it is important to have apart-hotels at the resort where you can cook on your own. If the child is older and there are no problems with food, many parents prefer all inclusive.

Where is the best place to relax with a child in Bulgaria:

Albena. One of the most popular children's resorts in Bulgaria. The sea and beach are environmentally friendly, which is confirmed by the Blue Flag of the Environmental Education Foundation. There is a sandy beach here, the purest white-golden sand. There is a lot of entertainment for children in Albena: there is an amusement park for kids, an autodrome, a mini-railroad, and children's slot machines. There is a kindergarten and children's clubs. Older children will be interested in pedalos, go-karting, mini-golf, archery, and horse riding.

Elenite. This is a club complex with its own beach, so the prices here are a little higher. The complex operates on the All inclusive system. There are 2 children's clubs and equipped playgrounds on the territory.

Dunes. Calm and cozy place. It is located in the heart of the bay, so the sea here is very calm, with clear turquoise water. Prices are about the same as in Elenite.

Review . This is a small resort village. The beaches of Obzor are quite spacious even during peak season. There are sections of the beach with gentle shallows where it is convenient to swim with children. The beach is covered with fine golden sand. Prices in Obzor are generally 2-3 times lower than in large popular resorts.

Pomorie. There is a flat terrain and shallow sea, so Pomorie is suitable for a holiday with a small child. Prices in the city are low. You can also undergo medical procedures here.

Youth resorts

Clubs, discos, cafes, restaurants and other entertainment are abundant at the following resorts:

Golden Sands Life here never stops. In addition to clubs, bars, cafes, the resort has many opportunities for active recreation. Also throughout the tourist season, events are held: beauty contests, competitions, concerts of famous performers and much more.

Sunny Beach. The largest resort in Bulgaria - there are about 800 hotels. There are also more than 250 restaurants, many cafes, bars, casinos, and cinemas in the city. Concerts, fashion shows, and beauty contests take place here. If you are choosing where to relax in Bulgaria with a fun group, choose this resort - you won’t go wrong. Even the most experienced nightlife lovers will not get bored in Sunny Beach.

Excursion holidays

If, in addition to the sea and the beach, you want to see historical monuments, you should go to Sozopol or Nessebar. And also go on an excursion to Balchik.

Sozopol is the most ancient city on the territory of modern Bulgaria. It was founded in the 4th-3rd millennium BC. e. This is a small picturesque town with old houses. Sozopol is very loved by artists, writers and simply romantics.

Nessebar (Nessebar). The ruins of ancient towers and temples have been preserved on the territory of the city. There are also 7 beautiful ancient churches, each of which is an architectural monument and deserves special attention. By some estimates, it has the highest number of churches per capita in the world. The city is included in the UNESCO list of cultural monuments.

Balchik is interesting primarily for its Botanical Garden and the residence of Queen Mary. The garden contains about 200 tree species, many types of flowers - more than 3,000 exotic plants in total. The palace complex is a unique phenomenon: the park is an imitation of the Cretan labyrinth, and the church located here was originally located on the island of Crete and was moved to the park stone by stone. The Garden of Allah deserves special attention, where the Silver Well is located, alleys lined with millstones; African clay jugs from Morocco.

Where in Bulgaria can you relax and improve your health?

Bulgaria is famous for its balneological resorts, where you can heal, get in shape, and relieve stress and fatigue. Velingrad is considered one of the best climatic resorts in Bulgaria. It is located at an altitude of 750–850 m above sea level, surrounded by dense forest. There are more than 70 thermal water sources here.

Indications for treatment: diseases of the respiratory system, digestion, metabolism, cholelithiasis and urolithiasis, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, peripheral nervous system, gynecological diseases.

Devin. Located at an altitude of 710 m above sea level.

Indications for treatment: diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, reproductive system and skin diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, liver and biliary tract diseases, renal-urological and metabolic-endocrine diseases, diseases of the respiratory system.

Hisar. Located at the foot of the mountain range, among gardens and parks. There are 22 mineral springs here. Water is colorless and odorless, with a pleasant taste.

Indications for treatment: diseases of the kidneys, bladder, urinary tract, chronic prostatitis, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and hepatobiliary system, metabolic disorders, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, neurological diseases, gynecological diseases, vascular diseases, skin diseases, chronic stomatitis, upper respiratory tract diseases.

Sandanski. Located on the southern slopes of the Pirin mountain range (224 m above sea level), on the banks of the Sandanski Bistrica River. Local mineral waters are colorless and odorless and have a pleasant taste. Due to the absence of allergens, clean air and special climate, the resort is optimal for the prevention and treatment of upper respiratory tract diseases and bronchial asthma.

Indications for treatment: chronic nonspecific lung diseases in children and adults, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, diseases of the peripheral nervous system, skin allergic diseases, diseases of the urinary system, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver and biliary tract, slowly healing bone fractures, obesity .

Stara Zagora. Located at an altitude of 360 m from sea level. In addition to mineral springs and a healing climate, the city is famous for a large park in which trees from different parts of the world grow.

Indications for treatment: diseases of the musculoskeletal system, diseases of the peripheral nervous system, gynecological diseases, kidney diseases and urological diseases, respiratory diseases.

Where to relax inexpensively?

You can relax on a minimal budget in the resorts of Primorsko, Obzor and Pomorie.

Primorsko is a relatively new resort that has not yet gained much popularity. There is picturesque nature and clean air here, and there are more sunny days a year than in many other resorts. Since there are not many tourists here yet, prices are quite low.

Obzor is a small and cozy resort village. There are many Bulgarians and foreigners among vacationers here. There are many restaurants serving national cuisine, the prices of which are 2-3 times lower than in popular resorts.

Pomorie. The city has many small cozy hotels, family boarding houses and hospitals where you can inexpensively relax and improve your health.

How to choose a resort according to the season?

The beach season in Bulgaria lasts from June to the end of September. However, in the first half of June and in the second half of September the sea can be cold. Therefore, at the beginning and end of the season, it is better to choose the southernmost resorts - there the sea heats up faster and cools down longer. At the beginning of June, a good choice would be Nessebar, where the sea is quite shallow and warms up quickly. In September you can go to Duny, Sunny Beach, Primorsko. In July and August, the sea along the entire coast is already warm, and you can choose any resort.

Holidays at Bulgarian resorts are very diverse. Each traveler can choose a resort to suit their requirements and preferences.

Perhaps, the question of where is the best place to vacation in Bulgaria is asked sooner or later by every traveler planning to go on vacation to this country.

When making a choice, you must adhere to the following criteria:

• interested in a family holiday with small children or a youth holiday with a group of friends;
• decide on the direction of your vacation: excursion, beach or wellness;
• choose a month for your trip. So for a beach holiday it is better to go from June to September, and from December to April the ski season lasts;
• decide on the budget you are willing to spend on the trip. In principle, at any resort in Bulgaria there are offers in different price categories. But at the same time, holidays on some of them have a higher price compared to others.

Where to have an inexpensive holiday in Bulgaria

Of course, no one wants to spend more, and in general, as we know, there is no such thing as extra money. Are there places in Bulgaria where you can save money?

It turns out that there are enough of them. The most budget options include Pomorie, Obzor and Primorsko.

Where to go with a child

If you decide to relax in the company of a baby, preference should be given to resorts such as Dunes, Elenite or Sozopol.

Elenite

The Elenite club complex has its own equipped beach and operates according to the all inclusive system, which is very popular all over the world. On its territory there are two children's clubs and playgrounds. Elenite is one of the most expensive resorts in Bulgaria.

Sozopol

On the one hand, Sozopol is the oldest city in modern Bulgaria, founded in 4-3 thousand years BC. But on the other hand... There are many parks and playgrounds, the beaches are superbly equipped, and in cafes or restaurants you will definitely be offered a huge assortment of children's menus.

Dunes

Dunes is located in the heart of the bay, thanks to which the sea here is quiet and calm, with clear turquoise water. Located in the same price category as Elenite.

If you decide to go on vacation with your child, try not to forget:

• bucket, spatula, molds;
• inflatable ring;
• several swimsuits;
• diving goggles;
• Panama hats;
• special children's sunscreen.

In case of emergency, all this, undoubtedly, can be purchased locally.

Where is the best place for young people to relax?

If you want to have fun with friends or make new acquaintances, try to visit Sunny Beach or go to Golden Sands.

Golden Sands

In addition to a lively nightlife, they can offer a variety of services for active recreation. During the tourist season, many events are held here: concerts, beauty contests and many others.

sunny Beach

This is perhaps the most famous resort in Bulgaria. Why? – The fact is that it has about 800 hotels of different levels. The city has more than 250 restaurants, a large number of cafes, cinemas, bars, and casinos. This resort regularly hosts beauty contests, concerts, and fashion shows. This resort is designed for a fun and enjoyable stay.

Those who have decided to visit Bulgaria for the first time will have to be extremely responsible when choosing their luggage.

First of all, it is worth paying attention to the important fact that at the height of summer in Bulgaria, as a rule, the weather is hot and very dry, which means that climate conditions will have to be taken into account.

For a comfortable stay, both on the beach and in the hotel pool, do not forget:

• large beach towels;
• interesting book;
• cream, both for tanning and, of course, after tanning;
• all necessary swimwear;
• favorite music in the player;
• Panama hat or cap;
• beach bag;
• beach sandals;
• Sunglasses.

Information for curious travelers

Recently, more and more travelers are seeking not only to relax by the sea, but also to get to know their destination better. Well, well... This is quite commendable. Which cities can tell the best story about Bulgaria, and do it in such a way that the emotions experienced will last for a long time?

Tourists usually highlight Balchik, Sozopol and Nessebar.

Those who plan to go on excursions may, among other things, need

• windbreaker with a hood, because the weather in Bulgaria is quite changeable;
• chargers for equipment
• spare memory cards;
• photocopies of passports.

The nuances of staying in the country or how not to ruin your vacation

1. Pay attention to climatic conditions. Tourists are advised to take into account the fact that the beach season in Bulgaria begins in June and ends around the end of September. Of course, as they say, it doesn’t change from year to year, but in May, most likely, it will still be quite cold.
2. The sea water temperature is not the same everywhere. Also, when planning a vacation with kids, you should be prepared for the fact that the sea will be cool at the beginning of June and at the end of September. Therefore, at this time of year it is recommended to go to the southernmost resorts (Nessebar, Dunes, Primorsko, Sunny Beach), here the water, of course, is much nicer. The rest of the time the sea has time to warm up along the entire coast and you can choose any resort.
3. It is better to take care of the first aid kit at home

In general, as is known, there are no problems with medicines in Bulgaria. However, it is worth paying attention to the important nuance that their names differ from Russian ones. Take with you:

• bandage;
• any pain reliever;
• the usual hydrogen peroxide;
• bactericidal patch;
• antidiarrheal agent;
• laxative;
• citramon, which is simply not produced in this country.