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We choose the best holiday resort in Bulgaria: from Rusalka to Varna for vacation, treatment and a wonderful pastime.
Holidays on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria are familiar to Russians from the Soviet past. The friendly country of roses has been attracting our compatriots for decades with its comfortable climate, gorgeous beaches and affordable prices. If you are looking for a destination for a quality summer holiday with a short flight, good hotels, Russian-speaking staff, and do not want to spend a lot of money on your vacation, Bulgaria will be an ideal option. We will tell you which resorts on the Northern coast of Bulgaria are best suited for holidays with children, where you can relax for no more than 15,000 rubles per person, and where even the most demanding tourists will receive service and comfort like those of Arab sheikhs.

When to go. Best time to visit the northern coast of Bulgaria

Swimming season begins in mid-June. By this time, the water warms up to 23-24 degrees, and the air temperature fluctuates around 27-28 degrees Celsius. Those who plan to visit the beaches in northern Bulgaria in May - early June may be disappointed by cool water and cloud cover. But this is the time that is best suited not so much for swimming, but for walks along the coast and sightseeing in the region; There are still very few tourists at the resorts, but sunbathing is already very comfortable. In addition, the time from May to June is ideal for balneotherapy and cosmetic procedures in resort spa centers. The peak season is July–August. But the distinctive feature of the northern coast of Bulgaria is that even during the “European holiday” season, most resorts, such as Rusalka, Topola and even Albena, have much fewer people than the beaches of their southern counterparts, and prices are still much lower.
The swimming season ends in mid-September, giving way to the velvety Bulgarian autumn. The beaches are empty again. Since Bulgaria is most often considered a favorite place for children's holidays, when school starts, the main contingent leaves the coast. But if you have the opportunity to visit the resorts of Bulgaria between September and the first ten days of October, you will be rewarded with surprisingly comfortable weather (there are times when the sea and air temperatures fluctuate around the same level of 23-24 degrees Celsius), delicious gastronomy of dishes, created on the basis of new harvest fruits and vegetables, and a refreshing sea breeze.

How to get to the northern coast of Bulgaria

To relax at the resorts of the northern coast of Bulgaria, you need to fly to Varna airport, from which even to the northernmost beaches of the country the transfer will take a maximum of an hour and a half. Flights (charter and regular) from Russia to Varna are carried out daily. Moreover, if we talk about flights from Moscow, then you can choose even the most convenient airport for departure, since flights are carried out both from Vnukovo, Sheremetyevo, and Domodedovo.

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Features of choosing a resort on the northern coast of Bulgaria

Holidays on the Northern coast of Bulgaria are good because the local beaches are much less crowded than their southern counterparts. The beaches here are much wider, and the entrance to the sea is more convenient. All beaches are sandy, their width ranges from 20 to 150 meters.
As for prices, a vacation, for example, in the Albena resort will be more expensive than in Golden Sands. A week in Topol would cost the same as a month of living in Balchik. But who's counting when it comes to safety and a comfortable stay for you and your children?

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Mermaid

The Rusalka club complex is located in the picturesque Kavarna region. This is the northernmost resort in Bulgaria near the border with Romania. To get to it you should fly to Varna, located 80 kilometers from the resort (transfer from the airport takes about an hour). Just 20 kilometers from it is the administrative center - the city of Kavarna, which can be reached at any time if you suddenly get bored with the views of the exotic Bird Bay. You shouldn’t come here if you like noisy parties throughout your vacation. In the Rusalka club complex, it is customary to enjoy a quiet, measured holiday, listen to the sound of the sea, merging into a single symphony with the rustling of the crowns of centuries-old oak trees, sunbathe on secluded beaches and walk along the rocky coast, examine numerous architectural monuments, which are thousands of years old, or taste the delights of ecotourism.
The Rusalka club complex occupies the area of ​​a former nature reserve known for its rare species of plants, birds and untouched nature. Most of the vacationers at the resort are ornithologist tourists from the Czech Republic and Romania, who, if you are interested, will be happy to share their extensive knowledge about the world of birds. And you can always independently take advantage of the unique opportunity to observe the world of birds and inhabitants of coastal waters, for example, dolphins - frequent guests of Bird Bay.
There are mineral springs on the territory of the resort complex, so relaxation on the beach can be combined with wellness programs, enhancing the effect of physical activity from a variety of water sports. Another feature of the resort: mineral springs flowing on the territory of the Rusalka complex.
For whom: The Rusalka resort complex is ideal for contemplators and for those who prefer to relax in Bulgaria with their family, each time discovering new treasures of the hospitable country.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN RUSALKA RESORT
One of the best options for living in the Rusalka resort will be the villa complex of the same name Russalka Holiday Village, consisting of small houses on a hill, like swallow’s nests inscribed into the landscape of the resort. All villas Russalka Holiday Village located on the seashore, there is a private beach with good infrastructure. Sun loungers and umbrellas are provided free of charge for hotel guests, both on the beach and by the pool.

Kavarna

A charming resort town with a rich past and a great future. In Kavarna, travelers can expect spacious sandy beaches, much wider than those of its neighbor, the Rusalka resort complex, and a more affordable and budget holiday than at the Topola resort. This is a very soulful place where you should come to take a break from the everyday hustle and bustle, stroll along the beach, sit in a local restaurant, and in the evening have a blast at the local disco. At the same time, Kavarna is almost always not as noisy and crowded as in popular resorts such as Golden Sands. The only exception is the rock festival “July Morning”, which takes place in Kavarna in late June - early July.
Convenient location (to get from the airport to Varna it will take a maximum of an hour by bus, and if you rent a car, you can easily cut the travel time in half), numerous attractions, such as Cape Kaliakria, picturesque landscapes, national color and developed infrastructure made Kavarna one of the favorite summer holiday destinations for tourists from all over the world.
For whom: for families with children of senior preschool and school age, for young people and the elderly. You will enjoy a holiday in Kavarna if you are interested in event and gastronomic tourism. In addition to the rock festival, Kavarna hosts a “Dance Festival” in the summer, and a fish and mussel festival in September.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST KAVARNA HOTELS
The best option for a holiday in Kavarna would be to book a room in one of the mini-hotels in the resort town. The atmosphere in them is so homely and cozy that after staying there you will get the impression that you have visited your grandmother in the village. Very good for a long stay, charming Villa Allegra Apartment with elegant interiors, swimming pools and a prime location.

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Topola

In the Dobruzhdan region, in the vicinity of the village of Topola, located near Kavarna and just 6 kilometers from the garden city of Balchik, there are some of the most expensive respectable resort complexes in Bulgaria with fashionable villas, magnificent hotels and three luxurious golf courses. Two of them: Thacian Cliffs And Black Sea Rama built according to the design of the greatest player in the history of golf, Harry Player, the design of the third course owned by the golf hotel Lighthouse Golf Course developed with the participation of golf legend Ian Woosnam.
Topola is considered the most beautiful eco-region on the northern coast of Bulgaria. The significant distance from Varna (55-60 kilometers) played into the hands of the area; it has not undergone massive development, and here, like nowhere else, you can feel an incomparable sense of space and freedom.
For whom: Topol offers a decent holiday for fans of sports, especially golf. And Kaliakria is perfect for a long vacation with children, a kind of luxury vacation at a dacha.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN TOPOLA
Currently, mostly luxury & VIP class apartment complexes are being built in these places near golf courses. Such closed-type complexes include Topola Skies And Kaliakria Resort, golf clubs Thacian Cliffs, Lighthouse Golf Course And Black Sea Rama.
Apartment complex Kaliakria Resort located on the southern side of a plateau above the sea in the very center of the Bulgarian golf riviera with an amazing panorama of the sea. It amazingly combines original landscape design and the aesthetics of local architecture with a stunning panorama of the bay from the town of Balchik to the town of Kavarna. Designed by Spanish architects Kloster & Notenson, the complex seamlessly combines Mediterranean architecture with elegant elements of traditional local style. Wooden canopies, wrought iron railings, buildings in pastel colors with stone paths laid between them, a charming garden with more than 60 species of plants, a swimming pool with a unique design - all this is in tune with the original Bulgarian style, creating a feeling of freedom and space. You can enjoy the picturesque landscape of emerald golf courses and the enchanting blue sea from the comfort of your own living room.
Luxury residence Black Sea Rama attracts golf fans from all over the world. Arab sheikhs and golfers from Australia, South Africa and Western Europe love to spend time there. In addition to the excellent 18-hole golf course, Black Sea Rama is famous for its ability to organize wedding ceremonies, which are held in an ancient amphitheater with stunning views of the sea. SPA and fitness centers are available for guests in the residence. The resort is located on a hill, but those who want to spend time on the beach can take a comfortable transfer to a luxurious Bendida beach, located near the complex Thacian Cliffs.

Balchik

The garden city, one of the brightest wonders of Bulgaria, is Balchik - a picturesque town with white houses, tiled roofs, immersed in the scent of roses. The coastal strip of the resort is one of the most valuable mineralogical zones. There is an excellent combination of sea climate and mineral, estuary baths.
You need to go to the resort of Balchik for pleasure, not so much physical as visual and gastronomic. Spend your days strolling through the luxurious gardens of the palace of the Romanian Queen Mary, tasting the wines of local winemakers, visiting local pottery workshops and wandering the shady alleys of ancient monasteries. Time flows slowly in Balchik, allowing resort guests to fully experience all the delights of a royal holiday.
For whom: Balchik is a great place for a honeymoon or for middle-aged and older couples who do not need to combine relaxation with constant childcare. In general, the resort is not suitable for families with children. There is practically no infrastructure designed for entertainment for children.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN BALCHIK
The resort has many hotels that replicate the Mediterranean charm of the south of France. One of these hotels Mistral with a wonderful view of the sea, located on the first coastline near the marina with yachts. A very cozy and welcoming hotel surrounded by greenery. Mistral offers its guests everything they need for a comfortable stay in a charming environment.
If you want to live in close proximity to the Royal Palace and the Botanical Garden, choose hotels Redjina Maria SPA, Ahilea and one of the most inexpensive options for a family holiday in Balchik Iceberg apartment type, with kitchenettes and swimming pool. To be closer to the beach you need to book hotel rooms Elite Spa And Wellness And Helios.

Albena

The history of the Albena resort dates back to February 1969, when the first youth health resort in Bulgaria opened on the Black Sea coast, 40 kilometers from Varna. Initially, the resort was supposed to be made as a democratic continuation of Balchik, even its name “Balchik - South” testified to this. But later it was decided to make it a separate recreation area, naming it in honor of the heroine of the story of the same name by the Bulgarian writer Yordan Yovkov, as a symbol of purity and innocence.
Albena resort is one of the three most popular holiday destinations in Bulgaria. Tourists are attracted by the excellent natural conditions; near Albena there is one of the most beautiful natural reserves, Blatata, with a liana forest unique to this area. And, of course, the beach strip, stretching for 7 kilometers and rivaling the Brazilian Copacabana. The width of the beach is 150 meters, the shore is flat with silky white sand, the sea is shallow and very clean. The beaches of Albena annually receive the international Blue Flag award.
The main feature of Albena is that all 42 hotels and 4 campsites located on its territory are under a single management. The resort administration carefully monitors the quality of services in hotels and infrastructure. Much attention is paid to the safety of vacationers; you can enter the territory only with a “resort” bracelet, there is your own police and ambulance. For guests' convenience, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort.
Every year new restaurants and cafes open in Albena, hotels are renovated, and the number of entertainment options for children and adults increases. The first water park will open on July 1, 2014 "Aquamania". The first visitors to the water park will be hotel guests PrimaSol Ralitsa Club (Ralitsa Superior, Ralitsa Aqua Club And Vita Park), and all attractions for them are provided free of charge. At the hotel Dobrugja And Ralitsa Superior There is a medical center. There is a modern SPA complex in the hotel Flamingo Grand. All hotels except Flamingo Grand operate on an “all inclusive” system.
The resort has the famous Tsar discotheque; it is located at the end of the resort area, so there are no people unhappy with the noise in Albena. For those who like something “hot”, the resort even has erotic bars. And those who prefer to admire the scenery will always find a free seat in one of the many beach cafes with magnificent views of the sea. For children and adults, from 11.00 to 22.00 there are a variety of animation programs, as well as colorful evenings dedicated to the national culture of Greece and Bulgaria, with dancing, wine and gastronomy tastings.
The resort area is very large, therefore, for the convenience of vacationers, mini-trains constantly run between the hotels, the resort center and the beach, and a developed transport network between the city of Varna and nearby settlements.
For whom: Without undue modesty, the Albena resort is a resort for all categories of tourists. Lots of entertainment, playgrounds, large green areas and calm seas make the resort an ideal place for children's holidays. Those who prefer silence and a high standard of hotels, who want to combine a beach holiday and treatment, will also find their own piece of paradise in Albena. The resort has ideal conditions for youth recreation and sports fans: clubs and discos, an equestrian school and a chess club run by Anatoly Karpov, all kinds of water sports.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN ALBENA
A real gem of a resort hotel Flamingo Grand & SPA. This is the only 5* hotel in Albena that does not provide meals under the “all inclusive” program. The hotel has comfortable studio rooms and apartments with a kitchenette, has its own spa center, restaurants and bars.
For those who want to devote most of their vacation to wellness treatments, the best choice would be a hotel Dobrugja, which houses a medical center "Medica": balneo-climatic center, clinic and ambulance, hemodialysis center, minimally invasive surgery. Particularly popular at the center is the “Vital” program, created by nutritionists for everyone who wants not only to control their weight, but also to achieve internal balance in the body. Married couples who know how to count money, but at the same time want to relax in a calm and comfortable environment, prefer the hotel Kaliakra Superior: super beach, super relaxation, super food. The hotel is located on the first line, 5 minutes from the beach.
Decent hotels on the second line, that is, located across a small road along which a local bus and a mini train run, PrimaSol Ralitsa Superior , PrimaSol Ralitsa Superior Aqua Club , PrimaSol Ralitsa Superior Garden Park. Of these hotels, the beach is 800 - 900 meters away. They are calmer, have much better service than some hotels on the first line and have a higher level of relaxation.
For a budget holiday, without any special requests for quality of accommodation (everywhere it is at a decent level and corresponds to the stated stars) Orchidea- a hotel complex of two three-story buildings 500 meters from the beach, as well as Magnolia Plus, Vita Park And Villas Vita Park .
For a holiday with children, it is better to choose a hotel Com at the top of the resort, 900 meters from the beach, with a huge swimming pool, children's club and very green area, the hotel Elitsa, Nona And Borjana– on the first line (but if you have a small child, you need a clear sleep schedule, it is better to choose rooms not overlooking the sea, but facing the park, so you can combine a variety of children's entertainment and animation and restful sleep according to your daily routine).

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Kranevo

A small resort village with national flavor, where you can have a decent rest without spending a lot of money. The resort is located in a picturesque area with a nice beach with golden fine sand. The entrance to the sea is gentle and level.
The life of vacationers in Kranevo is organically combined with the everyday life of the local population, who are hospitable and friendly. During the day, vacationers will find numerous cafes serving national Bulgarian cuisine. You can stroll through the local market and buy fresh vegetables and fruits grown in local gardens. And in the evenings, resort guests are invited to discos and restaurants, each of which offers its own entertainment program.
The undoubted advantage of Kranevo is that while relaxing at a very economical resort, you can always walk or drive to more “expensive” places, for example, just half an hour of a leisurely walk along the beach - and you are already swimming in the Albena resort. True, in this case you should not attract special attention to yourself by occupying sun loungers or screamingly diving into one of the hotel pools; you will simply be asked to leave the territory.
For whom: groups of children and youth, couples traditionally vacation in Kranevo.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST KRANEVO HOTELS
There are no 5* hotels in Kranevo. The most common holiday option is 3-2* hotels, small family boarding houses and villas.

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Golden Sands

The pearl of the Bulgarian Riviera. This is the largest, noisiest and most developed resort in terms of hotels and infrastructure on the northern coast of Bulgaria. Both locals and tourists from other resorts come to hang out at Golden Sands, who decided to exchange the delightful silence for the noise of bars and discos. The developed infrastructure of the resort is both its advantage and its disadvantage. On the one hand, here you can take wonderful walks along the shady paths of the national park, swim in the emerald waters of the sea and sunbathe on a sparkling golden beach, but on the other hand, the resort is always crowded, anyone can get to the beach, and the territory is not guarded.
But if you know how to turn even a minus into a plus, then this resort is for you. It will be especially good for those who do not plan to spend a lot of money on vacation, but want to have a good time. There is a water park next to the resort Aquapolis, where adults and children have fun from the heart. Many resort hotels have Spa & Wellness– centers with a wide selection of services and procedures. Therefore, an active beach holiday can be perfectly combined with wellness treatments.
If you want something more budget-friendly, then next to the Golden Sands resort there is a “resort region” of the same name - a continuation of Golden Sands - hotels are more budget-friendly, due to the distance from the main resorts. This is the area between the Sunny Day resort complex and the Golden Sands resort complex, originally built up with country houses, departmental recreation centers (the international house of journalists, recreation centers of large industrial enterprises and holdings). Later, small private boarding houses and modern hotel complexes (new or based on existing ones) appeared at the resort. The Golden Sands region occupies an area along a sandy beach, which is quite wide (from 70 to 100 meters). The distance from the coast reaches 600 meters with a height difference of up to 30 meters. Mostly deciduous trees grow here, there are mineral springs, tennis courts, small supermarkets and fruit stands. There are discos and night clubs.
For whom: Holidays on Golden Sands are best suited for young people and short budget holidays with children.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN GOLDEN SANDS
The central hotel of the resort is the hotel Admiral 5*, located just 10 meters from the beach. This is one of the most expensive hotels in the resort, where people with high demands for relaxation prefer to stay. The hotel has a beauty salon and a good spa center. Pets allowed. But, from 12 noon until late evening, the hotel and its surrounding areas are very noisy. To somehow avoid the noise throughout the day, choose rooms with a view of the park.
In principle, all hotels on the first line, located to the north of the hotel, can be called “noisy” Admiral. For a more relaxing holiday on Golden Sands, you need to choose hotels at its southern tip.
For example, Astera- a very decent hotel in terms of price and quality, with its own balneological center. There is a children's club. Its undoubted advantage: its close location to the Riviera resort and you can periodically go to its less “populated” beaches. Close to the Riviera resort and you can go swimming at their beach. Near the hotel Astera, with the same infrastructure, but on the second beach line, there is a hotel Atlas– a great option for those who want to get high service at a low cost. A very popular hotel among families coming on holiday with children - Pliska, located 300 meters from the sea, with good infrastructure for children and low prices for accommodation.

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Riviera Club

Another prestigious resort, which is perfect for both short and long-term vacations, is located just 17 kilometers from Varna. Until recently, only the Bulgarian elite vacationed on the Riviera, a former government residence, closed to “outsiders.” The wide beaches with fine sand and the beauty of the small bay, on the coast of which high-end hotels are built, were in the old days accessible only to diplomats and politicians visiting the resort for negotiations. On the Riviera one could meet the Federal Chancellor of Germany, the President of Mexico and the Prime Minister of India. Now the resort is open to everyone who wants to have a decent rest on the well-protected Black Sea coast, closed to prying eyes, in a natural park area with rare plants, birds and centuries-old trees.
Excellent conditions for balneotherapy have been created here. At your service are modern SPA and wellness centers with a wide selection of health and beauty programs and procedures, swimming pools with mineral water, and fitness programs. There is a water park where sun loungers and umbrellas are provided free of charge for guests of hotels located in the resort. In addition, the proximity of Golden Sands with its never-ending resort fun makes it possible to fully appreciate all the charm of the respectable Riviera
For whom: Riviera Club is an oasis for all those who are looking for coziness, tranquility and comfort. An ideal place for a family holiday for people with the most discerning taste and substantial income.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST RIVIERA CLUB HOTELS
The resort is considered perhaps the most prestigious beach holiday destination in all of Bulgaria, so you won’t find budget hotels here. In total, there are 5 hotels on the territory of the closed club that can accommodate no more than 1000 people during the peak season (but even when fully occupied, the resort does not create the feeling of a crowd and there are always free sun loungers, places in restaurants and bars).
The best hotel in the resort is considered Imperial, which the Bulgarians themselves say is a 6-star hotel. Very nice area. Healing water from mineral springs is supplied directly to the hotel's isolated beach. There are five restaurants, one of them specializes only in fish cuisine. High level of service. In addition, they offer 1 or 2 bedroom apartments with sea views; if you like to sit on the terrace in the evenings and admire the sunset, it is better to choose rooms on the second floor.

sunny day

An environmentally friendly resort, located 15 minutes drive from Varna, between the resorts of Golden Sands and St. Constantine and Helena. For many years, the resort has been known for its warm springs of mineral water, the use of which for therapeutic and preventive purposes has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular and nervous systems, and is also suitable for the recovery of patients with musculoskeletal problems.
The resort lives up to its name; it actually has the longest sunny day throughout the entire swimming season. The beaches are well equipped and are annually awarded the international Blue Flag sign of environmental cleanliness. The length of the beach strip, completely covered with fine golden sand, is more than a kilometer, and the width ranges from 20 to 80 meters. Along the entire coast, the entrance to the sea is gentle and level, which is very convenient for swimming with small children.
Another pride of Sunny Day is the green, well-groomed territory of the natural park, which saves you from the summer heat and, in combination with the sea air, creates a special microclimate at the resort, giving a charge of vivacity and health.
For whom: Sunny Day resort is ideal for families with small children; for those who want to combine a beach holiday and treatment. A sunny day is not suitable for youth recreation; for those who want noisy parties and discos, it is better to choose Golden Sands.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN SUNNY DAY RESORT
There are only four hotels in the Sunny Day resort, and all of them, regardless of star rating, are located on the first coastline. The resort area is “closed”; you can only enter it if you have a special “resort” bracelet or a special pass for service personnel, which provides vacationers with complete safety and a guarantee that there will always be a free sun lounger and umbrella on the beach or pool.
For a budget holiday with children, it is best to choose a hotel Veronica, operating on an all-inclusive basis. The hotel has a children's playground and outdoor mineral water swimming pools for both adults and children. Hotel Palace suitable for a relaxing family holiday. The hotel has a spa center that provides more than 100 types of medical services: with mineral baths, treatments with sea, mineral water and herbs, as well as massages.

Resort of St. Constantine and Helena

For more than a century, “Slavic Nice” has been treating the body and soul of travelers from all over the world. Back in 1878, merchants from Varna came to the monastery of Saints Constantine and Helena to at least temporarily find peace and respite from the bustle of the world, and at the same time to improve their exhausted body.
The official founding date of the resort is 1908. At this time under the hotel Praga(now it is called Estreya Palace) the right wing of the monastery is being rebuilt and receiving its first guests from the Czech Republic. After 40 years, the resort was renamed Druzhba; under this name, the heavenly place of St. Constantine and Helena was known until 1992. Afterwards, the resort was returned to its original name in honor of the patrons of the nestinars - Orthodox Christians who preserved and brought to this day the pagan tradition of cleansing by fire.
The resort of St. Constantine and Helena is the closest to Varna, getting to it will not be difficult. Proximity to the seaside town, mineral springs, a large green area and a constantly updated hotel base have made the resort one of the favorite places among both local residents and tourists from Russia and other countries. The resort has a very nice wide sandy beach, which is always kept perfectly clean. The entrance to the sea is shallow and gentle, a relief seashore, small quiet bays, peace and tranquility. The resort has swimming pools with sea and mineral water, as well as a water slide. Based on a local hydrogen sulfide source, there is a balneological treatment center with modern equipment (anti-stress programs, physiotherapy, treatment with high and low frequency currents). The resort has excellent infrastructure, there are shops, souvenir shops and a functioning chapel.
For whom: A holiday in one of the oldest resorts in Bulgaria is recommended for families with small children and elderly people. For those who are looking for noisy entertainment, bars and discos on vacation, it is better to choose resorts other than the northern coast of Bulgaria. Ships come for a break from noisy cities. But we warn you: a holiday at the resort of St. Constantine and Helena cannot be classified as budget; all hotels and the services provided in them are entirely consistent with their price and quality.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN ST. CONSTANTINE AND HELENA RESORT
One of the most famous hotels in Bulgaria is located in the resort of St. Constantine and Helena. The hotel is located in a park area, the distance to its own sandy beach is about 200 meters. Guests enjoy a high level of comfort and service. Equipped places on the beach and by the pool are provided free of charge, as well as wi-fi and a place in a private guarded parking lot, and you don’t need to book a parking space in advance; when you check in at the reception, you simply receive a parking space number and use it for the entire duration of your stay. The hotel is more suitable for tourists with aspirations for a luxurious holiday.
For a holiday with children in the resort of St. Constantine and Helena, it is better to book hotel rooms Azalia Hotel & SPA , Dolphin Marina Hotel And Koral. Azalia Hotel & SPA located on the seashore, in a cozy and quiet place. The area is very beautiful, there are equipped golf and tennis courts. There are separate pools for children and very good animation. Another plus Azalia– balneological center with hot mineral springs and swimming pools. For families with small children and the elderly, that is, those who do not want to have fun all day long and jump to the tunes of “little ducklings” and “aram-zam-zam”, the hotel is perfect Koral, located 450 meters from the sea, in a park area. The hotel has spacious rooms, a cozy lobby bar, two swimming pools: for adults and for children. And if you want to go to the promenade in Varna, then just 100 meters from the entrance to the hotel there is a bus stop, a few minutes on the road and you are already walking along the embankment of the summer capital of Bulgaria.
If you like a quiet and secluded holiday and do not want to live in large hotels, a villa would be an excellent option White Dove. The villa has only 6 rooms, each decorated in a marine style and has a very original layout.

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According to reviews, in Bulgaria you can have a good rest in Balchik- many tourists go there. This is a small, calm town where the roofs of the houses are decorated with red tiles and the smell of roses is in the air. Some of the local beaches are sandy, some are rocky. The main decoration of the city is the royal residence and botanical garden. This place is well suited for a secluded and romantic getaway.

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Where can you relax inexpensively in Bulgaria in 2019?

According to tourist reviews for 2018, high prices in Albena, Sunny Beach and Golden Sands. The most prestigious is in the Riviera, located near Varna among a huge ancient park. Once it was a place for the country's leading elite, and now it is an elite resort with excellent opportunities for family holidays. It is believed that the best place to vacation in Bulgaria is there, but the prices are steep.

TO budget resorts These include small seaside towns, where there are many 2-3* hotels and there is the possibility of accommodation in the private sector. Locals living in cottages often rent out the upper floors of their houses. You can save money by staying in Nessebar, Balchik, Kranevo, Sveti Vlas and Ravda; reasonable prices for accommodation in Pomorie and Tsarevo.

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Cultural and excursion holidays

In general, the climate of Bulgaria allows you to travel around the country at any time of the year, but May, June, September and October are the most favorable months. Tourists love to visit the Rila Lakes and the monastery, the Hammered Stones, the ancient Roman baths and temples of Varna, the museums of Sofia, the temple at Cape Kaliakra, ancient buildings and ancient buildings of Nessebar and Sozopol.

Where is the best place to vacation in Bulgaria with children in 2019?

It is comfortable to relax anywhere in Bulgaria with children. You can have an expensive, comfortable and fun time in Golden Sands, Albena and Sunny Beach. There is a good bottom and wide beaches. In the Sunny Beach resort there is a bay with shallow water, where the water warms up well and is suitable for children. Lots of children's entertainment: playgrounds, attractions, slides, water parks.

Near Sunny Beach (5 km) are the quieter resorts of St. Vlas and Ravda. Ravda is a developing resort, with good opportunities for sports and children's entertainment. Saint Vlas is suitable for those who want to improve their lungs - the air is enriched with iodine vapor and phytoncides of coniferous forests. According to reviews, you can have a good rest with children in Bulgaria in the villages of Elenite and Kranevo - they are suitable for those who prefer a calm and comfortable family holiday.

You can go on an excursion with older children to Nessebar or Sozopol. Sofia has an extreme amusement park and a zoo, and not far from Varna is the country's largest family theme park, Happy Land.

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Resorts for young people

The most party and noisy resort in the country is Sunny Beach. No less vibrant nightlife in Golden Sands. Both resorts have good entertainment and ample opportunities for active pastime: water parks, centers for surfing, rowing and water skiing.

According to reviews, you can have a great holiday in Bulgaria in the village of Ravda. It has good facilities for sports and excellent beaches, while the holiday itself will cost much less. Economical youth holiday in the southern resort of Kiten - there are campsites and many inexpensive hotels.

Not far from Sozopol there is Zolotaya Rybka beach, popular among surfers, and Smokini beach, which is popular with nudists and informals. Both beaches have cafes, umbrellas and sun loungers. You can stay at campsites nearby.

Resorts for seniors

St. Constantine and Helena is a respectable resort a few kilometers from Varna. Good hotels, green parks, thermal and hydrogen sulfide springs, balneological treatment center.

Balchik, Nessebar and Sozopol also offer a relaxing holiday. It is quiet here, compared to the crowded Sunny Beach or Golden Sands, there is a rich excursion program, and prices in local cafes are affordable. If you are interested in a passive beach holiday, then you should go to Pomorie.

If you have already decided that you definitely want to visit Bulgaria, then one more question remains unresolved: which resort is best to choose? The answer to this depends on when you go on vacation, who you are going with and what exactly you expect from your vacation.

First of all, you need to remember that beach season in Bulgaria lasts from the beginning of June to the end of September. This means that you should not come to seaside resorts at other times.

In addition, the sea may still be cold in early June, and the peak tourist season is in July-August.

If you want to come at the beginning of the swimming season, then your choice should fall on the southern resorts. For example, in a shallow sea, so it warms up quickly. In September, when the sea is already starting to cool, the most comfortable conditions are in Sunny Beach and Dunes.

Where is the best place to relax with children in Bulgaria?

It is rightfully considered one of the best places to relax with children. This is due to the fact that there is excellent ecology here, and many beaches have a convenient gentle entrance to the sea. In addition, hotels and even entire resorts are focused on family vacations, and in this regard, teams of animators work, children's playgrounds are built, entertainment infrastructure is developed, and babysitting services are offered. Where can you have a good rest in Bulgaria with children? Here are some suitable options:

Albena- one of the best Bulgarian resorts aimed at families with children. There is an amusement park, a small railway, a children's racing track and much more. In addition, for older children they offer karting, archery, pedal boat rentals and even horseback riding. But what’s even more pleasing is that the sea here is ecologically clean, and the beach has been awarded the Blue Flag.

This is a great place for those who love a relaxing holiday. It is best to come to this Bulgarian resort with small children, as it is primarily interesting for its beach holidays. The nature here is truly magnificent, as the Dunes are located in the very center of the bay and attract with crystal clear water.

Pomorie Also perfect for having a good rest with a small child. There is a shallow sea, reasonable prices, and a good range of health treatments that are suitable for both prevention and treatment.

Where can you have a good and inexpensive holiday in Bulgaria?

Bulgaria attracts tourists not only with its beautiful ecology and warm sea, but also with the fact that here you can have a good rest at lower prices than in Mediterranean resorts. If you go to popular resorts, your vacation will be more expensive than if you choose more secluded places. If you want to travel to Bulgaria inexpensively, then it’s better to relax in Review or in Primorsko. These are small towns in which the tourism sector has just begun to develop, but nevertheless they become more and more popular every year. Local restaurants and cafes offer dishes of national cuisine at prices that are almost three times lower than in the main tourist centers of Bulgaria.

Where is the best place for young people to relax in Bulgaria?

What do young people need? A rich range of entertainment, especially rich nightlife. Sunny Beach and Golden Sands can delight you with these attributes.

If we talk about Golden Sands, they attract not only bars, restaurants and clubs, but also excellent opportunities for active recreation. In addition, concerts, festivals, competitions are constantly held here, including for tourists - in a word, you never get bored here. And Sunny Beach is generally the largest resort in all of Bulgaria, so here everyone can find something to their liking.

Where is the best place to go in Bulgaria to improve your health?

In Bulgaria you can not only have a good rest, but also improve your health. There are many balneological centers here that offer procedures for the purpose of prevention and treatment.

Devin It is worth choosing for those who want to get rid of problems affecting the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, cure skin diseases, diseases of the respiratory system, biliary tract, liver, gastrointestinal tract, reproductive system, and metabolism.

Interesting balneological resort Sandanski, which is located at an altitude of 224 meters above sea level, on the slopes of Pirin. The air here is clean, there are no allergens in the atmosphere, and the mineral waters have a pleasant taste and are devoid of any color or smell. It is better to relax here for those who want to restore the respiratory system; in particular, the treatment of asthma has become widespread.

Where in Bulgaria is a good place for lovers of excursions to relax?

If your goal is to combine a beach holiday and excursions to the sights of Bulgaria, then your choice should fall on Nessebar or Sozopol.

Nessebar It is interesting because on its territory there are a large number of ancient buildings, in particular, ancient ruins. Here you can see the ruins of temples and towers, as well as beautiful ancient churches, which are examples of architecture from different eras. The historical center of Nessebar is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

A Sozopol- This is generally the most ancient city in the country. Although it is small, it has a rich history, as it was founded around the 3rd millennium BC. e. Numerous ancient houses located on the territory of Sozopol are of interest.

As can be seen from everything written above, this Balkan country has many options for lovers of different types of recreation. For this reason, everyone will find a place in Bulgaria where they can best relax.

Recreation centers in Bulgaria have been known to domestic tourists since the Soviet era, when almost everyone dreamed of going to its sanatoriums and health resorts, and the phrase “golden sands” steadily brought to mind this republic. Today, this Balkan country still attracts vacationers with a variety of tours.

The tourist wealth of Bulgaria consists of the Black Sea, low, medium and high mountain ranges, the beautiful Danube, the Balkan valleys, the Upper Thracian plains, diverse gorges, hills, mountain plateaus and lakes. In addition to natural treasures, Bulgaria has a very developed infrastructure, healing springs, convenient transport hubs, ancient architecture, rich history, and unusual sights. Prices for holidays in Bulgaria near the sea are pleasantly pleasing, as they are much lower than in similar European resorts.

Tours to the country of the Thracians, Turks and Bulgarians can be selected in the following areas:

When planning to go on holiday to Bulgaria in the summer, you can easily book yourself the most interesting destination if you study in advance the best places and resorts listed in this article.

Tours to Bulgaria

You can relax in Bulgaria in the summer with maximum comfort if you book an “All Inclusive” tour, or on a budget by choosing a good minimum package.

All inclusive

Booking an all-inclusive tour saves vacationers from many hassles associated with food and travel. Travel agents take care of all these concerns. Popular packages for this system most often include:

• check-in at a four- or five-star hotel;
• access to a buffet at any time or three meals a day;
• the opportunity to use the bar services for free;
• direct flight to the most convenient airport or free transfer to the hotel;
• many additional services at the hotel, access to the gym, spa center, swimming pool, tennis court, free Internet, car parking;
• The departure and start date of the vacation are selected in such a way as to take into account the wishes of the clients as much as possible.

Tour specialists often recommend similar offers to those who want to organize a holiday with children in Bulgaria, and this is also a good opportunity to comfortably enjoy the healing process at the balneological springs. It is possible to have an inexpensive holiday in Bulgaria on an all-inclusive basis if you book a place in advance or catch a last-minute ticket.

Minimum package

Active tourists who are not used to spending their entire vacation in a hotel, but only need it to have a place to spend the night, prefer to rent a cheaper room using the minimum package system. Savings on accommodation free up funds for the cultural and historical program.

Usually a tour with a minimum package includes only breakfast, sometimes half board. Such packages are included in excursion bus routes and ski tours. For convenience, travel agencies sometimes offer vacationers a private area near the ski lifts for an overnight stay in order to save travel time.

Best places

It is always easier for vacationers to decide where to go on holiday in Bulgaria in the summer if they are sufficiently informed about resorts, comfortable hotels, popular places for excursions, and historical attractions. This section contains the most interesting opportunities not only for a summer trip. Inexpensive holidays in Bulgaria in the fall will pleasantly surprise those who appreciate walking ecotours in nature reserves and national parks.

Summer holidays

Recreation centers in Bulgaria near the sea are located in the following resort towns:

• Mermaid;
• Valchik;
• Albena;
• Kranevo;
• Golden Sands;
• Riviera;
• Sunny day;
• Saint Constantine;
• Varna;
• Review;
• Elenite;
• Saint Vlas;
• Sunny Beach;
• Nessebar;
• Pomorie;
• Burgas;
• Sozopol;
• Dunes;
• Primorsko;
• Kiten.

Family holidays in Bulgaria in Golden Sands are familiar to many of our compatriots, since they have preferred to relax at this resort since Soviet times. Our grandparents and then our parents vacationed here for many years in a row. Perhaps someone spent their childhood in the camps and health resorts that were on these beaches in those days.

Today's younger generation still has this opportunity. Today, on the bases of former pioneer camps, there are prestigious children's health institutions equipped with the latest infrastructure facilities, and there are also many separate children's protected beaches.

Summer holidays in Bulgaria near the lake are an interesting alternative to a seaside destination. Such tours are appreciated by lovers of fresh water and relaxing fishing. You can enjoy the tranquility of the fresh air by purchasing a tour to the following places:

• Burgas Lake;
• Lake Batak;
• Lake Shirokaya Polyana;
• Lake Beloslav;
• Lake Varna;
• Lake Mandra;
• Lake Dospat.

Most of the lakes in Bulgaria are located in the mountains, some at an altitude of more than a thousand kilometers. Holiday homes, dispensaries, cafes, hotels, and children's camps are usually located along the banks. There are special places for swimming, relaxing and fishing right next to the water. In some places you can stay overnight with a tent. In the lakes themselves there are often small islands where local fishermen with boats fish professionally.

Holidays in winter

Holidays in Bulgaria in winter move from the coast to the southwestern mountainous regions located around Plovdiv and Sofia. Fans of ski tours are recommended to visit one of the three best winter resorts in Bulgaria, which include:

Bansko is an ancient town, peacefully located at the base of the Pirin Mountains, the most majestic peak of which, Vihren, reaches far into the sky, reaching almost three thousand meters. Holidays at the ski resorts of this place will provide an amazing opportunity to ski among the snow-capped peaks located on the territory of the National Nature Reserve, surrounded by glacial lakes. If desired, skiing can be alternated with exciting excursions through the ancient riches of the city, hidden in several museums.

Borovets is another ski resort, not inferior to the famous Bansko in its natural beauty and convenient skating rink. The skating rink in Borovets is located in a centuries-old coniferous forest that adorns the mountain slopes of Rila. From these places it’s a stone’s throw to the champion of the Balkan Mountains - the Musala peak, which has bypassed all the others and reached its maximum height. Once you start skiing near the hotel, you can immediately start an exciting skiing adventure. Here you can easily feel like a member of the family of the Bulgarian kings, for whom this amazing skating rink was built in the nineteenth century.

Pamporovo is a rapidly developing new ski resort that has recently announced itself. It is located in the Radopa Mountains and attracts beginners with its professional ski school. Ski aces love this place for its sunny days, which are more numerous here in winter than in other places in Bulgaria. Downhill enthusiasts can expand their knowledge and sharpen their skills by attending several classes at a snowboard school. In addition to skiing, tourists here often spend time in small towns, studying local folklore. For lovers of majestic landscapes, there are observation decks at the foot of Mount Snezhanka, from which the Rhodope Mountains are clearly visible.

To Bulgaria for health

Mountains, beaches, glacial lakes - all this gives tourists not only beautiful landscapes, fresh air, pleasant walks, but also healing mud, hot thermal springs, and mineral salts. Bulgaria is one of the few countries in the world rich in a variety of balneological centers that can improve the condition of many systems of the human body. Therefore, it would be a good idea to spend your holiday in Bulgaria in the summer in one of the health spa hotels, the best of which are located in places such as:

Albena - specializes in the treatment of a wide range of diseases amenable to thalassotherapy. Here they practice drinking mineral water for medicinal purposes, as well as treatment with estuary mud. Vouchers to Albena health resorts are prescribed for recovery from injuries, improving the functioning of the digestive and respiratory organs, and for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

Hisar - twenty-two warm mineral springs serve as the resort’s healing base. For healing, drinking mineral water, taking baths in warm salty waters taken directly from springs, as well as inhalations with this water and medications are prescribed. Most often people come here to remove stones from the kidneys, gall and bladder, as well as to cleanse the liver, restore the functioning of the stomach, pancreas and duodenum. A fun place to take a tour in this city is the museum of kidney stones that were removed from vacationers during treatment.

Velingrad is the main balneological pearl of Bulgaria, awarded for its healing springs the title of SPA capital of the Balkans. The valley of the Yadenica River, hidden between the Rila and Rhodope mountain ranges, gives Velingrad its main health properties. These riches are contained in mineral springs, of which there are more than eighty. They all differ from each other in their composition and beneficial properties. Such diversity allows the balneological centers of this resort to specialize in a wide variety of diseases. Most often people come here to cure nervous disorders, gynecological diseases and restore joints.

Sofia, the ancient and at the same time modern capital of Bulgaria, has sheltered within its walls many traces of Thracian, Roman, Bulgarian and Ottoman culture. Architectural monuments coexist here with the latest modern complexes, creating an interesting combination of the past and the future. Of more than two hundred and fifty attractions, everyone will be able to find their own here, which will become a unique symbol of Bulgaria for you for many years.

Nessebar is a city that for many has become a symbol of ancient Bulgaria. It is located in the northeastern part of the country. It is part of the World Heritage Site, which to this day is able to surprise archaeologists with its hidden riches, and tourists with its unique rocky shores.

Rhodopes - walks through the mountain ranges of this region combine the study of architectural monuments of ancient civilizations that inhabited the country thousands of years ago with an acquaintance with unprecedented natural wonders. Here it is quite common to walk along natural mountain bridges, visit the natural amphitheater from the Smolyan Lakes, hide in the Devil’s Throat and Ukhlovitsa caves, explore the Trigrad Gorge, admire the figures of the Daughter-in-Law, Sokolitsa or Orpheus, created by the winds without human intervention.

Rila Mountains and lakes - walks through national reserves located at an altitude of two and a half thousand meters have never left anyone indifferent. These places are famous for their pristine purity and mountain crystal air, which has a beneficial effect on the nervous and respiratory systems.

The purpose of this article is to help site visitors choose a place to relax on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. The Black Sea coast of Bulgaria has about two dozen resorts of various sizes: from real resort megacities to very small resort villages. Some people want to relax where it is quieter; for others, vacation is associated with the motto “not a minute of peace.” Let's try to figure out what Bulgaria offers in terms of summer holidays. Let's go from North to South.

Balchik

Albena

Kranevo

Golden Sands (Zlatni pyasci)

Konstantin and Elena

Compared to Golden Sands, Konstantin and Elena are smaller. One of the advantages of the resort is the extensive park area. Prices at the resort are average.

Beach in Constantine and Helena

There is a functioning monastery in Constantine and Helena. Other attractions in this area have already been mentioned above.

Varna

Varna is a city with all the ensuing pros and cons. It should be noted that this is the third largest city in Bulgaria after Sofia and Plovdiv.

In the center of Varna

Russians choose Varna for vacation less often than other resorts, but in vain. The city is quite interesting. It hosts major international festivals, there is a Drama Theatre, museums, cinemas, cafes, and restaurants. There is everything for a very interesting holiday. Hotels in Varna for every taste and budget. The downside is that the city beach is not very wide. It might be a bit cramped.

Varna beach in the evening

Among the attractions, we can recommend a visit to the Aladzha rock monastery (photo of the Aladzha rock monastery), the ruins of the Roman Baths (photo of the Roman Baths), the Temple of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary (photo of the Temple of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Varna, video of the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary). There are many museums in Varna. You can have a pleasant walk along Slivnitsa Street and in the Marine Park.

Obzor and Byala

Saint Vlas (Sveti Vlas) and Elenite

Sunny Beach (Sunny Beach)

Nessebar (Nessebar) and Ravda

Pomorie

Burgas

Burgas is a city with all the advantages and disadvantages of city life. There is a very long and not very wide beach, industrial zones, a port, and a railway terminal. In short, the city. There is an international airport in Burgas, where vacationers who choose St. Vlas, Elenite and everything to the south fly. Yes, by the way, the emphasis in the name of the city is on the last syllable, although even Bulgarians sometimes get it confused.

Chernomorets

Sozopol (Sozopol) and Duni (Dyuni)

Primorsko

Kiten and Lozenets

Sinemorets

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