Visiting Bulgaria on a Budget

Using public transport in Sofia, Bulgaria

Sofia public transport system works very well if you are well armed with patience. The price for one way ticket is 1.60 lv and there’s several ways to get it. You can buy it from kiosks usually...

Phones and tech in Sofia, Bulgaria

When in Bulgaria make sure you know the National Emergency phone number – 112 You can dial it directly without the national code (which FYI is 00359) If you come from outside the EU but still...

Currency and payment in Bulgaria

Bulgaria is one of the few European Union member states that still uses its own currency – the Bulgarian LEV (BGN). The Bulgarian lev has a fixed exchange rate for the EUR with a currency rate of...

24 Hours in Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Planning a day trip to a city you've never been to can be quite challenging. After all, there’s just so much that you can do in a day right? Plovdiv is a charming and lively city that will...

24 Hours in Varna, Bulgaria

Getting the most out of a day in Varna can be a challenge, especially if you’re visiting the city for the first time. Luckily the city is very pedestrian-friendly and many of the key sites and...

Top 5 Places To Visit In Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Plovdiv is certainly a very unique place to visit and it’s no surprise that this charming little town is growing in popularity with each passing year. The town is claimed to be the oldest in...