Even those tourists who constantly travel around the world and have extensive experience in exploring new countries, sometimes may not be able to navigate a particular country. If you want to go on vacation to a country you have never been to before, then start your search for information with articles and forums on the Internet. Unfortunately, travel agencies present holidays in specific countries only from the best side, sometimes forgetting to clarify possible dangers.

It's actually important to know some nuances to face danger with readiness. Bulgaria is famous for its low prices, but decent service, which has become attractive to the bulk of tourists from all over the world. If you want to have a decent rest and improve your health, then feel free to contact a travel company to complete all the necessary documents. But first, read this article, which will help you organize a safe vacation for the whole family. Let's look at the most common dangers of holidays in Bulgaria and methods to prevent them.

Basic tips for tourists in Bulgaria who want to have a relaxing, safe holiday.
- Don't ignore parking lots. Tourists often come to Bulgaria in their own car, because this gives them a certain independence and the opportunity to visit a huge number of attractions on their own. The car is also useful for those families who like to relax with small children. However, you should not neglect the parking lots where people responsible for the safety of your car work. If you skimp on parking, you may end up paying quite a lot. In Bulgaria, cases of damage or theft of a car are quite common.

- Change money in Bulgaria only at exchange offices. When tourists cross the Bulgarian border, the need to exchange money immediately arises. And here danger immediately lurks - scammers. People who want to deceive you offer to buy from them at a favorable price banknotes of an old denomination that are no longer used in everyday life. If you want to protect yourself from various types of fraud, then trust your money only to popular exchange centers that issue a check. The check is your guarantee, which is important in a country unfamiliar to you.

- Buy alcohol in Bulgaria only in stores. Unfortunately, in Bulgaria there are a lot of people who want to earn money in a not entirely honest way. If you like to try alcohol from different countries, then visit stores that offer licensed goods. In fact, this is really important, because cases of poisoning today are not so rare. The same goes for food, because temptation will lie in wait for you at every corner. Try to limit yourself from buying local delicacies second-hand.

- If you like camping, then do not forget about the danger of local Bulgarian inhabitants. In general, there are practically no poisonous insects or other forest inhabitants in Bulgaria, but the local viper can be dangerous not only to your health, but also to life. If you go on holiday with tents, then be vigilant, because in this country there are more than a million of them. Once bitten by a native viper, a person is paralyzed, so it is very important to provide medical attention. In general, going camping alone in Bulgaria with a tent is not an option; there should always be someone who will lend a helping hand.

- Sunbathe wisely in Bulgaria. In Bulgaria, the sun is quite active in the middle of the day, but many tourists don’t even think about it. There are many cases of severe burns that require immediate medical attention. In the first days, you should gradually increase the number of hours spent in the sun so as not to harm your body. Any doctor will tell you that prolonged exposure to the sun can harm not only a small child, but also an adult, so learn how to dose. Use sunblock with a high SPF level every day and drink plenty of fluids while sunbathing.

- In Bulgaria, do not drink tap water. Many tourists, upon arrival, forget about all safety standards and drink water from the tap, which is strictly prohibited. If you do not want to get an intestinal infection, then give preference to the water that is given to you during lunch and breakfast at the hotel. If you want to drink during the day, buy water in sealed plastic or glass bottles.

- When relaxing on a Bulgarian beach, give preference to paid areas. In fact, in Bulgaria you are always in danger of losing your personal property, and much of this depends on your attention. Do not under any circumstances neglect the rules that are drawn up for tourists in order to preserve your health and life. Swim only in the area that is specially designed for this and refuse water attractions at low prices in places remote from the tourist beach. Guarded beaches mean your safety and comfort, so in this case it is better not to save money.

- Beware of infections, as there are outbreaks of hepatitis A virus in Bulgaria. Of course, there are no infections dangerous to your health in Bulgaria, but some little things can significantly ruin your vacation. Hepatitis A today is not uncommon among tourists from different countries. To avoid such trouble, pay attention to the food you buy in local stores, visit only the most popular cafes among tourists, and try to eat at your hotel establishments. If you don’t have a bottle of mineral water on hand, be sure to boil the one from the tap to kill all possible microbes. The incubation period of a hepatitis A carrier can reach 6 weeks, so wash your hands thoroughly, watch your diet and practice good personal hygiene.

- Contact a Bulgarian hospital or local medical center for any symptoms that concern you. On the very first day, a few tourists find out the location of the pharmacy and medical center, so that in case of a dangerous situation they know where to go. In fact, you may need medical assistance on any day of rest; in no case do you neglect the help of specialists who work for your safety. In Bulgaria there are quite a lot of intestinal infections that are transmitted to the patient through food, so if there is the slightest disturbance in the body’s functioning, consult a doctor immediately.

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Nuances

Bulgarian resorts today are among the most developing in all of Europe. Every year in the reconstruction of hotels, improvement of infrastructure, etc. millions of euros are invested. Therefore, when choosing hotels, ask the managers of “1001 Tour” for up-to-date information on them - it may well turn out that last year’s nondescript “three ruble” is now quite a decent four stars. At the same time, hotel prices often (especially in the first year after renovation) rise more slowly than their quality. So there is always the opportunity to get good service for less money.

All beaches at all resorts in the country are public. Therefore, you can use any, despite the proximity of a “foreign” hotel.

Another thing is that the sunbeds and awnings on them do not belong to hotels, but, frankly speaking, to someone unknown. And these “it’s unclear who” set their own arbitrary prices - from a dollar all the way up to ten for a package of a sun lounger and an awning. You don’t have to buy it, but just lie on the towel provided by the hotel. Or you can save money - then choose beaches or near three-star hotels, or near rental points for jet skis and other entertainment - prices are lower there.

However, when choosing beaches near inexpensive hotels, keep in mind that in these hotels there are a lot of “Germans” who came there to relax under the German social program. It is not uncommon to meet on the way to the sea a 70-year-old woman weighing over a hundred kilograms and naked at the same time. The spectacle, frankly speaking, is for strong-willed people.

But on many beaches there is a system of discounts and reservations for umbrellas and sun loungers. If you reserve a sunbed for seven days, you get one day absolutely free; for 14 days - two days, etc. After paying for the reservation, you will be given a receipt, which will indicate: the exact date of the reservation, which day is free; row number, umbrella number and number of sun loungers (mattresses), in conclusion the amount paid is indicated and a sign with the inscription “Reserve” is attached to your umbrella.

In principle, the working hours of the beaches are until the last client. But in life everything is a little different - after 18:00 the cashiers begin to slowly collect the free sunbeds.

But the good thing about Bulgarian beaches is that you don’t need to buy any special shoes. Firstly, there is fine sand almost everywhere here, and secondly, there are no sea urchins or other prickly things.

In the evenings, if you decide to drink a couple of bottles of local wine on the shore, you will almost certainly be approached by security from one of the nearby hotels. Moreover, it is suitable not for the purpose of making a remark, but simply to communicate. If you treat them, you can get an additional guide to the resort. Or you don’t have to give them a treat - and they’ll calmly go home.

If you want to learn something from a Bulgarian, then first contact him in Russian (and not in English, German, etc.) - they treat us with warmth. Even if he doesn’t understand you, he will still try to help.

But if you go deep into Bulgaria, then in some towns there may be problems with understanding: not everyone there knows Russian. And especially the younger generation. Also, few people know English. For ease of communication, it is better to get a phrasebook.

When talking to a Bulgarian man or woman, remember that an affirmative shake of the head means “no” for us. And vice versa. It can be confusing at first.

Many Bulgarian beaches have a blue flag, which is a guarantee of environmental cleanliness. If this is important to you, then ask the managers of “1001 Tour” about such beaches.

When choosing a hotel (especially a three-star one), always look at the year of construction or reconstruction. If it is from 2000, buy it calmly. The rooms there will be quite decent by European standards. The same applies to those hotels whose owners are, for example, Germans or well-known hotel chains.

But in relation to three-star hotels built in Soviet-Bulgarian times and reconstructed before 2000, one must be careful. The service there is often, frankly speaking, bad. True, the prices are low.

If you are traveling with children and decide to take a trip deep into Bulgaria, then keep in mind that in many hotels there porn channels work after 11 pm. And free of charge. This almost never happens at resorts. It is absolutely impossible to say whether this is good or bad.

If you travel deep into Bulgaria and away from popular resorts, you may have problems with your credit cards - finding an ATM is not always possible. It is also not always possible to change money there. So on such trips it is worth changing money in advance.

You can have a good rest in Bulgaria not only at sea, but also in the mountains. Reaching a height of almost 3000 meters, the Bulgarian mountains of Rila, Pirin, Stara Planina, Rhodopes and Vitosha offer good conditions for hiking, rock climbing and mountaineering, mountain orienteering, mountain biking, caving, hunting and fishing, rafting and photo tourism.

In Bulgaria there are three national and eight natural parks, 90 nature reserves and reserves that have preserved the beautiful Bulgarian nature. Near almost any resort there is either a park, or a nature reserve, etc. There is no need to skimp on excursions there - the places there are truly very beautiful. In addition, in some of these places, folklore villages have been preserved, where, in addition to contemplating patriarchal life, you can buy original souvenirs.

For wine lovers, let us inform you that, according to a long-standing tradition, varieties are grown in the south of Bulgaria for the production of red wine, and in the north - for white wine. Accordingly, depending on where you are, you need to buy this or that homemade wine.

What is curious is that it is customary to drink red wine in the months that have the letter “r” in their names, and white wine in the rest. Therefore, in hot weather in the summer, they drink cold white wine. Which is right.

But the drink, familiar to everyone since Soviet times, which the Bulgarians call cognac after the Slynchev Bryag resort, should be drunk only by those who are nostalgic for the time when it was considered the 16th Soviet republic. Because its taste is, let's say, strange.

Of the strong drinks, the main one in Bulgaria is rakia (Bulgarian vodka). Prices are low - from 2 to 7 levs, the choice is wide - from grape (which is not very good) to peach (which is better) and apricot (which is also not bad). How good is nutmeg. Although everything, of course, is not for everyone.

. Almost all bartenders, if you are a man, will recommend you try mastic. According to the firm Bulgarian belief, it increases male strength. We won't lie - we didn't check it. But the taste, thanks to a herb called alteyka, is original.

If you are satisfied with the services of the bartender or waiter, then it is customary to leave a tip of 10 percent of the order value.

To say that there is something to see in Bulgaria is to say nothing. There are more than 30 thousand historical monuments of different eras, 36 cultural and historical reserves, 160 monasteries, 330 museums and galleries. Therefore, when planning your trip budget, it’s worth bringing money for at least a couple of excursions. Ask your agent about their approximate cost. By the way, out of three hundred world cultural monuments and natural phenomena included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, nine are located in Bulgaria.

But here is some advice on which monasteries in Bulgaria are worth visiting if you are near any of them. These are Rila, Bachkovo, Rozhen, Troyan, Zemen, Preobrazhensky and Aladzha rock monasteries.

If you are going on excursions to monasteries, and especially caves in Bulgaria, then even in the heat you should take warm clothes with you: the caves are always cool and damp.

. If you want to feel the local flavor, then next to any more or less famous resort there are folk restaurants. They are typically located in the mountains and are shown on most resort maps. In addition to tasting local dishes, they also entertain with local fun - such as walking barefoot on coals.

If you come to a folklore restaurant even during the day, then keep in mind that many of them have a tradition of treating guests on an empty stomach with rakija at the entrance. In principle, it is not accepted to refuse.

Also in most of these establishments you can buy very good light homemade wine inexpensively. And inexpensive.

When choosing a resort, follow a simple rule. - the place is the most respectable, Albena is a little simpler, a little cheaper and ideal for a family holiday. Sunny Beach is currently the cheapest resort, although good hotels are being actively built there. In addition, it has the most entertainment venues, discos and nightclubs.

In Albena, the main contingent of vacationers are Germans and French, there are many Russians on Golden Sands, and Sunny Beach has everything. However, when choosing a hotel there, ask your agent whether there is construction going on next door.

If you are vacationing in the Varna area (Albena, Golden Sands), then do not be lazy and visit the ancient capital of Bulgaria, Veliko Tarnovo, located nearby in the mountains (just over an hour by car or bus). This town is one of the most beautiful places in the world. In addition, there is the largest number of beautiful girls in Bulgaria.

If you find yourself in Tarnovo, there is a light show there in the evenings several days a week near the old fortress. The spectacle is impressive - but you should book tickets for it in advance.

On some Varna beaches you can take a hydrogen sulfide shower. There are many sources. The skin becomes soft and silky. The only problem: the smell, which not everyone likes. And some people can’t stand it at all.

Tap water in Bulgaria is safe to drink. Drinking water can also be found on many beaches - it flows from small marble fountains.

Please note that in Bulgaria you do not have to buy a hotel. In small towns like Nessebar, the private sector is also active, where for a reasonable fee you can rent part of a house, or the entire house. Ask the managers of "1001 Tour" about this.

By the way, Nessebar is an ideal place for budget shopping. Many things here have the lowest prices along the entire coast.

In general, you can buy leather goods, handicrafts, handmade silver, the famous rose oil, wines, and honey in Bulgaria.

Shops are usually open from Monday to Saturday, and on Sunday only in the first half of the day. Lunch break from 13 (14) to 16 (17) hours. Small shops in resort areas are often open until lunchtime and until 10 pm.

In Sofia, the best shops are located along Vitosha Boulevard and in front of the NDK Palace of Culture. In Varna, all the shops are located along the pedestrian zone, which starts from the intersection between the Black Sea Hotel and McDonald's. There are a lot of new and modern shops along the street from the Cathedral.

But when shopping, keep in mind that bargaining in Bulgaria is accepted only at the clothing market.

But it’s worth knowing that in many stores, when you make a repeat purchase, you get discounts ranging from 5 to 20%.

To raise the imperial spirit and simply because it is beautiful, it is worth going on an excursion to Shipka. Just keep in mind that you can only climb to the very top of the mountain on foot. True, the view is worth it.

In general, I would like to note that the rather vulgar saying is “a chicken is not a bird, etc.” has long been morally obsolete. Bulgarian resorts have been quite modern resorts for several years now. Hurry up before they become European-style expensive. Moreover, the service there is already European.

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Bulgaria blooms with bright colors in June and attracts tourists like a magnet. This European country, located in the southeast, is famous for its magnificent nature and attractions. The Black Sea washes the eastern part of the country. As for the south, there are borders with other states - Turkey and Greece. Bulgaria also neighbors Romania, Serbia, and Macedonia. Over 7 million people live in Bulgaria, which, of course, is very small by Russian standards. Many envy the residents of this state, because they, like no one else, have access to holidays in Bulgaria in June and in any other month.

Mediterranean and continental climate

The weather in the country can be completely different depending on the area and time of year. Bulgaria runs through two, namely Mediterranean and continental. The hills and plains of the country's territory create natural channels or barriers for very warm and cold weather. Thus, with a relatively small area, the state is divided into areas with completely different weather conditions, and these zones are literally next door. The influence of the continental climate is clearly visible in winter. At this time, snow falls endlessly from the sky. And the summer weather in this country is influenced by the Mediterranean climate. June is quite warm and there is practically no rain. Therefore, many tourists flock here this month. In June, some people remember it for the rest of their lives, because they leave a lot of positive impressions.

The first month of summer is a great time to relax

June in this state is considered the most suitable time for relaxation. As a rule, the air temperature during this period reaches +25 degrees. To be fair, it should be noted that rain sometimes occurs at the beginning of summer, but this only makes it colder by two to three degrees. The beaches located in Bulgaria are especially attractive in June. The famous Golden Sands welcomes a huge number of guests from many countries of the world in the summer. The warm clear sea and luxurious beaches are the hallmark of Bulgaria. In June, the water temperature ranges from +20 to +23 degrees. This is not bad at all. The sea in Bulgaria in June invariably pleases vacationers. It should be noted that the tourism industry in this European country occupies a worthy, high position in terms of service and services offered, which means there is no doubt that the hotels and establishments of this state will delight even a very experienced traveler.

Tourists can also expect interesting excursions to the most remarkable places in Bulgaria. Here you can see and learn a lot of interesting information.

Balneological resorts

This country is also famous for its places where you can improve your health. Bulgaria in June provides the opportunity to heal a little. Unique springs on the coast, as well as in the mountains, will help with this. Which ones are the most famous? Perhaps these are the Starozagorskie and Slivenskie baths, the mineral waters of Velingrad and Hisar, as well as the springs of the city of Sandanski. Among other things, estuary muds are common at these resorts, which have a beneficial effect on the body.

June is a wonderful period to enjoy the nature of a hospitable and warm country, without exposing yourself to the torment associated with the heat and scorching sun.

Bulgaria in June: reviews

Tourists leave many reviews about this country. Some of them are ambiguous. After analyzing them, we can conclude that when going to Bulgaria in June, you can only hope for good luck. It depends on your luck here. Many people go to this country in early June and are satisfied with the fairly high water temperature, in which even small children can splash around. However, in resorts located near Varna, the sea can be cold at the beginning of summer. Therefore, it is better to choose another place to visit. Bulgaria in June does not always favor beach holidays.

A popular resort is Sunny Beach. The Bulgarian nature amazes travelers with its beauty, but local residents, according to reviews, do not evoke such delight. However, they can be understood: there is no normal work, most rely only on the holiday period, and they are interested in tourists only as long as they pay. If a person is generous, then everyone will smile at him and treat him kindly. Prices for various services are also not very pleasing to vacationers. In addition, holidays in Bulgaria are not very suitable for young people, because the entertainment there is only excursions, but, as a rule, there are no animators. From the reviews it follows that when it rains in Bulgaria, all children and youth can do is attend all sorts of excursions, which some are frankly bored with. Young tourists prefer to swim in the sea, but Bulgaria in June upsets many of them with gloomy skies and not too high air temperatures.

Finally

Now it will be easier for you to decide whether to go to Bulgaria in June or not. Perhaps you will only become stronger in your decision, or maybe you will postpone the trip to another month.

To visit some countries, a visa is issued in advance, for others - immediately upon arrival, for others, a visa is not required at all. It also happens that a valid visa to a third country allows you to visit another country along the way without obtaining a separate entry permit. Those who love to travel and are planning to visit Bulgaria are often interested in where they can go with a Bulgarian visa in 2019. The list of such countries is quite wide, which allows vacationers in Bulgaria to take their visit into account when planning their trip program.

How to get a visa to Bulgaria

There are different types of visas to Bulgaria, which depend on the purpose of visiting this country:

Bulgaria is very popular. Many vacationers choose this country with relatively low prices and the friendly attitude of local residents towards foreign tourists for a vacation on the Black Sea coast. An additional advantage of a holiday in Bulgaria is that you can visit only a Bulgarian visa.

Bulgaria became the first country to allow crossing its border with national visas of neighboring countries. The innovations came into force on July 9, 2014. After Bulgaria, a similar decision was made by the governments of two neighboring countries – Croatia and Romania.

Those who want to diversify their vacation in Bulgaria and see other neighboring countries need to worry in advance about obtaining a double-entry Bulgarian visa or. This requirement is due to the fact that you will need to be able to cross the Bulgarian border again when returning from a third country.

When tourists find out which countries they can visit with a Bulgarian visa, they are usually impressed by the list of opportunities available to them. In particular, from Bulgaria you can travel to the following countries:
Romania;

Macedonia;

It is noteworthy that some of the designated countries, however, allow entry into their territory under Schengen.

So the choice is quite wide, and you can go on a trip not only along your own route, but also by joining one of the excursions organized in Bulgaria.
To Croatia with a Bulgarian visa

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A foreign citizen can stay in Croatia for as long as a visa from one of the above-mentioned countries is valid for. However, in any case, the period of stay should not exceed 90 days over six months.

The Republic of Cyprus officially became a member of the European Union on May 1, 2004, but Cyprus is still. Despite this, entry into the country is open if you have a valid one, designed for double or multiple border crossings. The only condition is that you have previously visited any Schengen country with this visa, that is, it must be “open”. A single-entry visa is not suitable in this case, since you can visit Cyprus only from the territory of the Schengen countries, which already involves crossing the border of a Schengen member state.

You can also get to Cyprus with a Bulgarian visa, but you must first visit Bulgaria itself and thereby “open” the visa. The same applies to Croatian and Romanian visas. A single-entry visa will not work - at least a double-entry document must be issued.
You can stay in Cyprus for the number of days provided for by a Schengen visa or a national visa of Bulgaria, Croatia and Romania, but no more than 90 days within six months.
Entry into the country is possible subject to the following requirements:
the tourist is not on the “black list” of entry into the territory of Cyprus;

the citizen has a visa, the validity of which covers the travel time to Cyprus;

the person is able to confirm the purpose of his stay in Cyprus;

there is a bank account statement or other document confirming the financial solvency of the citizen.

At the same time, it is worth considering one feature of a trip to Cyprus: the region of entry and exit must coincide. You cannot come to the country and leave the state through the southern border - this is a violation of the law, which entails the closure of entry in the future.

Another nuance regarding the Schengen visa, as well as visas from Bulgaria, Croatia and Romania: the relaxation of the visa regime applies only to those traveling by air. If you choose a land method of travel, you will have to (or pro-visa).

To Montenegro with a Bulgarian visa

Citizens of Russia, Ukraine and Belarus can fly to the territory of Montenegro. However, the periods during which citizens of the mentioned countries can stay in the country differ:

for Russians this is 90 days during the summer holidays and 30 days at other times of the year;

for Ukrainians – 90 days in any case;

Belarusians can vacation here visa-free for up to 30 days.

The conditions for a visa-free regime for all visitors are:

registration upon arrival at the local municipality;

refusal to try to find a job;

Availability .

Based on this, it can be argued that no CIS citizen travels to Montenegro by air with a Bulgarian visa, and if you need to cross the border by car or bus, then you will need a visa from the country from which you are entering. So, from Bulgaria you can enter Croatia with a national Bulgarian visa, and from Croatia you can enter Montenegro. At the same time, at the entrance to citizens

If your stay in Montenegro exceeds the established maximum period for visa-free entry, you can apply a visa. Again, a visit to Croatia will help out - you can go on an excursion without applying for any visa, and when you cross the border again, a new entry stamp will be affixed, giving the right to an additional month of stay in Montenegro.
To Romania with a Bulgarian visa

Another opportunity provided for by the special visa regime is traveling to Romania on a Bulgarian visa. Excursions are regularly organized from Bulgaria, usually lasting 2 days and certainly including sightseeing in Bucharest and a visit to “Dracula’s Castle” in the city of Bran.
Romania is very hospitable towards all tourists from Bulgaria who independently arrived on its territory, regardless of what type of transport the border was crossed - by car, train or bus.
The conditions for staying in Romania with a visa from another state are the most attractive compared to other neighboring countries. There are no requirements regarding the “multiplicity” of the entry document - you can cross the border of Romania with a single-entry visa from Bulgaria, Croatia and Cyprus.
What other countries can you visit while on holiday in Bulgaria?

Having a Bulgarian visa also allows you to enjoy educational excursions to Greece, Turkey and Macedonia. Such trips are usually carried out by tourist buses.
Organized trips to Greece as part of a group involve exploring the port city of Kavala and crossing to the greenest island of Thassos in the Aegean Sea, rich in ancient relics. However, you should keep in mind that to visit Greece for 2 days you will need a Schengen visa, which has already been used to enter any of the Schengen countries.
Several types of excursions are offered to Turkey from Bulgaria:
shopping in Istanbul;

boat trips along the Bosphorus, visiting the Blue Mosque and the Top Kapi Palace;

day excursions to the Hagia Sophia Museum, visits to the hippodrome and other attractions;

two-day full-fledged trips visiting a large number of tourist places.

Upon arrival at the Turkish border, you can visit Macedonia on your own - just go to the checkpoint in Gyueshevo.

Macedonia either cancels the visa regime or again requires Russians and CIS citizens to obtain visas. However, in 2017, the country again opened visa-free entry for Russian citizens until March 15, 2019, and visa-free entry for Ukrainians until 2019 was allowed earlier.
You can also cross the Macedonian border with a double or multiple Schengen visa (category C). At the same time, it is important that Schengen includes entry into all Schengen states, and not just into some of them. There is also one condition: the duration of each entry should not exceed 14 days, while the total period of stay in the country can be 90 days.
Those who are interested in whether it is possible to enter Poland with a Bulgarian visa should know that you cannot cross the Polish border with a national Bulgarian visa. Poland is a member of the Schengen Agreement, therefore a Schengen visa is required to enter its territory.

Bulgaria is part of the European Union, but is not part of the Schengen zone, and therefore there is no unhindered movement with a Bulgarian visa. At the same time, Bulgaria itself can be visited with a double-entry Polish visa.
Which European countries can you visit without a visa if you have a residence permit in Bulgaria?

Due to the fact that Bulgaria is not located in the Schengen zone, in order to enter the Schengen countries, Russians and citizens of CIS countries with residence in Bulgaria will have to obtain an entry permit to one of these states. To do this, those who have a residence permit in Bulgaria need to contact the embassies of these countries in Plovdiv and Sofia.

All states that citizens with a Bulgarian residence permit have the right to visit without a visa are divided into two categories:
Countries with a visa-free regime for foreigners who have obtained a residence permit in Bulgaria.

Countries from and citizens of the CIS.

Cyprus;

Romania;

Croatia.

Each of the three listed countries allows you to stay on its territory for up to 90 days within six months.
Obtaining a personal card in Bulgaria will give you the opportunity to stay in more countries without a visa. In addition, Bulgaria is expected to join the Schengen Agreement, which will subsequently allow free movement throughout all Schengen countries.
An alternative option is to obtain a visa to the country that you need to visit without leaving the territory of Bulgaria - having a residence permit allows citizens of the Russian Federation and the CIS to do this.
Countries that have established a visa-free regime for Russians and CIS citizens include Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Serbia, Montenegro, and Turkey. Each of them has its own requirements regarding entry into the country and the length of stay in it.

Instructions

Select a resort. The cost of accommodation and meals at different resorts in Bulgaria varies. On the most popular ones, such as Albena or Golden Sands, prices are approximately twice as high as on little-known ones. At resorts located north of Burgas, payments for all types of services will be an order of magnitude higher than at those located south of this city. One of the best places to go is Primorsko. This is an inland resort. Mostly Europeans also vacation here. There are very few Russians here.

Choose an inexpensive hotel. The cost of living in different resort towns depends on the hotel’s proximity to the sea and level of comfort. In Primorsko you can choose a hotel located just 30 meters from the beach. There is a smooth descent to the sea, which is undoubtedly convenient for parents with small children. The room usually has a TV with Russian channels, air conditioning, shower, toilet, and refrigerator. Half of the rooms have sea views. During the season, such a double room costs 25 euros per day. And, for example, the cost of the same room in Golden Sands will cost you 100 euros per day.

To save on food, it is better to go eat in inexpensive cafes, of which there are plenty at the resorts. Even during peak season, you will spend 10-15 euros on a family dinner, if you do not overdo it with expensive wines. You won't remain hungry, because... The portions of side dishes and salads are huge. Dinner for one adult at the hotel is about 7 euros.

You can get to your destination in different ways: by train, by plane, by your own car. But if we are talking about an inexpensive vacation, preference should be given to the bus. For 24 hours of moving you will pay about 75 euros. If you decide to fly from Moscow to Varna, Burgas or Sofia, you can fly on Bulgaria Air and Aeroflot flights, the flight duration is 2 hours 55 minutes. Aeroflot offers flights 6 times a week, and Bulgaria Air - 7 times. The average ticket price is $400, but there are special offers. If you travel by train, the trip will cost you approximately 200 euros.

There are things that you should take with you so that you don’t have to pay extra money for them later. Take a boiler. It will be very useful to you. If you smoke, then buy in advance and take with you a carton of cigarettes (depending on how long you are going on vacation). In Bulgaria, cigarettes are very expensive, so think about this point in advance. And don't forget to take a first aid kit and water with you. Moments of acclimatization may be difficult for you, so everything needs to be taken into account. Bring your camera with you. It’s better to capture your vacation yourself than to pay for the services of private photographers.

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where to relax cheaply in Bulgaria

For several decades now, holidays in Bulgaria have been very popular among Russian tourists. The wonderful mild climate of this country allows us to call it a real health resort of Eastern Europe. Why is Bulgaria so attractive? Golden Sands, Sunny Beach: these names are already familiar to many tourists. After all, there you can not only improve your health, but also take a break from the noisy city and everyday bustle. Bulgaria conceals a lot of new and unknown things, and every tourist can make some discoveries for himself by visiting cultural and historical monuments and mountain ranges. Great opportunities for recreation and developed infrastructure make Bulgaria an excellent place for a holiday with the whole family or alone. Moreover, the absence of a language barrier and low prices significantly distinguish holidays in Bulgaria from other countries. You will have positive impressions of your holiday in this country not only in summer, but also in winter, as you can visit many well-equipped ski slopes and admire the winter forests. What places will undoubtedly leave a lot of positive emotions from a visit to Bulgaria? Here are some of them.

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The magnificent city, located on the southern coast of Bulgaria, is considered one of the oldest in Europe. It arose from a small one founded by the Thracians in the 2nd century AD. Nessebar is divided into two parts: Old, located on the peninsula, and New. New Nessebar is the embodiment of the modern world: many restaurants, bars, comfortable hotels, discos.
Old Nessebar, located on a peninsula, is connected to the mainland by a long narrow isthmus (only 10 meters). The Old Eastern Gate with pentagonal towers adorns the entrance to Nessebar. The city is rich in beautiful churches, but the most indelible impression on tourists is St. Stephen's Cathedral. The architecture of the churches combines Slavic and Orthodox Greek traditions. Nessebar, without a doubt, can be called a museum city.

Varna is a wonderful city, an ideal place for the whole family. A widely known resort, famous for its sandy beaches and surprisingly calm Varna Bay, where even children will be safe to swim. Along the beach line stretches the famous Seaside Park with many museums, a wonderful aquarium and a dolphinarium. The rich history and culture of Varna are evidenced by numerous monuments: Roman baths built in the 2nd century AD, “Asporukhov Bridge” - the largest on the Balkan Peninsula, Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
Varna is not only a wonderful city for relaxation, but also useful. The thermal springs that flow in Varna and its surroundings provide everything necessary for effective treatment.

The Albena resort takes pride of place among the best resorts in Bulgaria. You will be captivated by the amazing combination of rich nature and the calm water surface of the sea. There are many different complexes concentrated here, where you can combine treatment with a pleasant holiday and enjoy spa treatments.
If we talk about attractions, we cannot fail to mention the Palace of Queen Mary, which is of great cultural and historical interest. In this residence, the Romanian queen received guests from different parts of the world. A unique place in the palace is the garden, which surprises with its design and diversity of flora. We can confidently say that a visit to the royal palace will delight everyone.
Albena is perhaps the most interesting and most suitable resort for families with children. There is absolutely everything for them here: from special children's clubs, playgrounds, swimming pools designed especially for children, to Luna Park, which, after visiting, children are incredibly delighted!
Adults will also find activities for themselves. Lovers of horses and equestrian sports will be able to visit the equestrian base. And for lovers of active recreation, tennis courts and football fields are open.
Having visited Albena only once, you want to come back here again and again!

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The Bulgarian resort of Golden Sands attracts tourists from Eastern Europe, Germany and Russia with its mild climate and low prices. To go there, you can purchase a ready-made voucher from travel companies or plan a trip yourself.

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Make sure that all travelers' passports are valid for at least another 6 months from the date of their intended departure from Bulgaria.

Book a hotel, apartment or villa on a specialized website. Select your arrival and departure dates. Choose the option that suits you best in terms of distance and price category. You can also read vacationers about a particular place of residence. Enter information about all travelers and make payment using a plastic card. Some sites allow you to deposit a small part of the amount; the rest must be paid in cash to the property owner upon arrival. Receive confirmation of your apartment or hotel reservation by email.

Buy air tickets to Bulgaria. The most convenient way to get to the resort of Varna. Non-stop flights from Moscow are operated by Siberia Airlines (S7 Airlines) and Bulgaria Air. There is a shuttle from the airport to Golden Sands, you can also use the services of taxi drivers, it is 18 km away.

Issue health insurance policies for everyone traveling to Bulgaria for the entire period of stay in the country. To do this, you must contact an insurance company licensed to provide this type of insurance.

Get a visa to Bulgaria. The list of documents required to obtain a visa can be found on the official website of the embassy of the republic in Moscow.

Purchase enough Bulgarian currency (levs) to cover your expenses during your trip. In addition to cash, large retail outlets and restaurants accept payment by plastic card, but it will not be possible to pay in souvenir shops, small catering establishments and small shops.

Go to the airport when check-in for your flight opens; for international flights, it starts three hours before.

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Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria, official website

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When going to Bulgaria, do not try to purchase an all-inclusive tour. In this country, literally at every step there are cafes and restaurants for every budget and taste. Most of them offer very reasonable prices, and in some you can eat for almost pennies. True, as everywhere else: the closer to the sea, the more expensive the prices. Having visited Bulgaria, you should definitely try “gyuvech” - stewed meat with potatoes and vegetables and local wines: “Kadarku”, “Melnik”, “Mavrud”.

Hotels do not have their own beaches; all beaches in Bulgaria are municipal, but at the same time they are well-groomed and clean, with many cheap shops and bars. Golden Sands and Sunny Beach are large resorts with water parks and many other attractions, but with higher prices. If you don’t want to overpay and like a relaxing holiday, go to the Obzor or St. Constantine and Helena resorts.

The most economical holiday option in Bulgaria is a trip "". Book a room in a private hotel in a small village in advance. Prices for food and all services are much lower than at large resorts. By the way, you can also rent an apartment upon arrival - you will see signs about housing for rent on every corner.

To make air travel cheaper, try to purchase tickets for a charter flight, both there and back. You will also have to apply for a visa yourself. Bulgaria is not part of the Schengen zone, but a multi-Schengen visa is valid on its territory. If you are traveling only to Bulgaria, and your plans do not include visiting other EU countries, you just need to get a Bulgarian visa. All the details of its design can be clarified on the website bulgariavac.ru.

It is quite possible to create an excursion program yourself. To do this, arm yourself with a map and get to attractions by rented car or public transport. If you love history, ancient cities with unique architecture and narrow streets await you - Sozopl and Nessebar.

Tip 5: What to see in Varna while traveling around Bulgaria?

Bulgaria is a country that is perfect for a summer holiday on the seaside. One of the largest seaside cities in Bulgaria is “beautiful sunny Varna,” as locals call it. It is here that numerous tourists come during their voyage to the resorts to get new impressions, plunge into local life with its national flavor, and at the same time buy souvenirs and cheap sheepskin coats. What to see in Varna so that you can get an idea about it and enjoy it in one day?

Tired of sunbathing on the beach? Let's find out what Varna has to offer to vacationers. People come to this city from neighboring resorts for one day or deliberately choose it as a place to stay during their vacation. At first glance, Varna may seem quite boring. Especially if you drive through it and go further to other cities. Meanwhile, the most interesting things await you in its historical center, in an area called Odessos, and a walk on foot is more in keeping with the spirit of the ancient city, which dates back about two thousand years.

So where should you go first in Varna? Start with the Cathedral - the visiting card of the city. It can be seen from afar, and any resident of the city will immediately show you how to find it. Walk around the cathedral, go inside, and see its magnificent paintings.

Then, with your back to the main entrance to the cathedral, cross the road along the underground passage and go to Independence Square, in the middle of which you will see a large fountain, and on the right - the magnificent building of the Opera House. The walking part of the city intended for tourists begins here. When you reach the New Yorker store, turn left and explore the shops, cafes, and architecture of this part of Varna. Turning right from McDonald's, you will reach the main entrance to the Seaside Garden.

This is a large coastal park where you can spend the whole day. In the summer, exhibitions, concerts and festivals are constantly held here; from morning to evening there are cafeterias, rental of bicycles and other vehicles, as well as an amusement park. There are also several play areas for children, and a mini-train will take you along the entire perimeter of the park. The Primorsky Garden has a zoo, a Naval Museum and an Aquarium, and there is an equipped area for roller skating. You can explore all corners of this park for a long time, and then go down to the sea. The city beach is quite suitable for swimming, and on the coast there are restaurants open 24 hours a day, where you can dance all night, and on weekends there are concerts of popular youth performers.

Another park where you can have a good time is “Asparukhovsky”. It is located at the foot of the Asparuhovsky Bridge, which in itself is a landmark of Varna. In the park itself there are children's playgrounds, cafeterias and the entertainment and historical complex "Phanagoria" with a show program that clearly demonstrates how the ancient Bulgarians lived, worked and fought.

By the way, opposite the Cathedral there is another interesting place: before reaching Independence Square, you can turn right and get to the souvenir market, where silver jewelry, beautiful shells, magnets and mugs with the symbols of Bulgaria and Varna, as well as tablecloths and famous cosmetics are sold every day of roses - the pride of this country.

Among other things, Varna has many museums, among which the largest is the Archaeological Museum. Guests of the city are impressed by the Roman Baths - an open museum in the historical center of the city. These are the preserved remains of Roman buildings, which are impressive in their scale and antiquity.

During the season, Varna lives a busy, active life both at night and during the day, and if you wish, you can find many ways to have fun in this seaside city of Bulgaria.

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First of all, you need to take care of your visa. It should be remembered that you can enter Bulgaria with a Schengen visa or, if you do not have such a visa, you need to get a Bulgarian tourist visa. The cheapest way is to apply for a visa yourself through the Bulgarian Embassy, which is located in Moscow on Mosfilmovskaya Street. You should plan your vacation in advance, then you can significantly reduce costs. When choosing a travel date, you need to take into account that Bulgaria has several seasons: low season (May, early June, late August, early September), high season (late June, July, early August). Accommodation prices are cheaper in low season. For accommodation you should rent an apartment. The price for a studio is 35 euros, for an apartment with one bedroom - 40 euros per day, 150 meters from the beach. All apartments have kitchens, so you can save a lot on breakfast and possibly dinner, and sometimes lunch. From personal experience, it is better to rent apartments from Russia in advance. Closer to the season, it is almost impossible to find good apartments at a low price. Having chosen an apartment and decided on a trip, you need to take care of travel. There are several options: travel by train, plane. If you are traveling for more than two to three weeks and there are more than two of you, you can choose to travel by car. If your trip is short, it is better to choose a plane. For charter flights. You can buy such tickets on travel websites and from travel agencies. Having planned your trip, you need to go to the insurance company and take out medical insurance, as well as car insurance or "". Medical care in Bulgaria is quite expensive. When leaving, exchange rubles for euros. Although in Bulgaria they willingly exchange rubles for the local currency, the Bulgarian lev, the exchange rate is quite unfavorable, especially during the season.