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Albena

Albena seaside resort, Bulgaria-Overview

The charming Bulgarian coastal resort Albena is one of the pearls of Bulgaria North Black Sea coast. The beloved and quiet seaside resort is located in a picturesque bay 30km away from Varna city and 502km northeast of Sofia. The infinite beach stripe stretches over 5km and it’s about 150 m wide. The coast of Albena is a unique combination of pollutant-free air, finest sands, crystal clear waters, breeze, a wide choice of entertainment options and tranquil atmosphere for your summer vacation. Albena is both a family-friendly resort and a place which ideally suits couples, looking for romance. Albena has something for everyone and its beauty is everything, but overcrowded streets and clamour of overexcited tourists.
Albena is a unique blend of breathtaking sceneries, great atmosphere, a peculiar charm and magnetism. Albena has another key feature which makes it one of the best Black Sea resorts. Have you ever heard that added value really matters? This is exactly the case of Albena which attracts all holidaymakers who appreciate the mineral springs and their curative properties. We are all sunseekers and love reading a book while listening to the waves, however, there is something else that can totally change our holidays. Albena has been awarded with the prestigious prize ‘Blue Flag’’ which is a testimonial for the clear waters of Albena’s coasts.

The climate, the diverse plant species, finest beaches and good infrastructure are some of the reasons why Albena continues to develop. Albena is one of the most famous modern and largest summer resorts in Bulgaria, so it boasts luxurious hotels and many entertainment options. The greatest landmark of Albena, though, is Black Sea. It is interesting to know that most hotels’foundations are built with limestone and sandstone from the Black Sea. Another curious fact is that hotels in Albena are constructed in accordance with the principle of terraces and the aim is not to hide the sun by the high buildings.

Black sea resort Albena disposes of first-rate hotels /2,3,4*/ that are located at the beach and most of them provide seaview and beautiful vistas to the national reserve ‘Baltata’.
In case you are a fan of alternative forms of tourism, I advise you to look for three campsites in Albena- Albena, International and Exotic. They all offer various opportunities for those of you who appreciate the informal setting and quiet atmosphere.
Albena offers a variety of attractions which might be of interest even for the fussy travellers. The coastal resort has many restaurants, nightclubs and discos. Albena is famous for its SPA centres where you can pamper yourself and enjoy an active holiday.

Albena is the ideal choice for family vacations due to the serenity, a variety of entertainment options and care for the kids. In case you are looking for quiet atmosphere, splendid seascapes, crystal clear water and silky sands, Albena is truly yours!

Transport

There are regular buses between Albena and Balchik, as well as Varna city and Golden Sands. We also organize comfortable transfers, so you can always rely on our expertise and hospitality.

History tells about Albena

Today’s famous seaside resort Albena was founded on 24th of August 1969. The beautiful nature and wonderful climate attracted people here in 2-3rd century. This was the period when the first settlement Geraneya was founded. The area was chosen for a resort thousands of years later primarily due to the unique nature: great beach stripe, finest sands and lush vegetation. Do you still wonder why they call it Albena? The melodious name of the resort comes from the heroine in the most famous story of the prominent Bulgaria writer Yordan Yovkov. The word itself is derived from Latin and its root means ‘white’. Albena was chosen for the best coastal resort in Bulgaria in 2008.

Albena- discover unique SPA and wellness world

Finest beaches, gentle breeze, mineral springs, curative mud, quiet places and vibrant nightlife make Albena a truly special resort where you can find a real source of energy. It makes you feel the vitality and health.

One of the key features of Albena is that it offers exceptional SPA centres, each of them has its own appearance and charm. No matter which one you will choose, you will enjoy SPA experiences, professional care and latest technologies in SPA industry.

SPA centre ‘Medica-Albena’ in 3* hotel Dobrudzha has cemented its reputation due to the traditional balneology methods, combined with contemporary wellness tendencies and professional beauty therapies.

In case you are on the lookout for boutique SPA journey, SPA centre Ralitsa Superior is the perfect place where you can revive the harmony and balance of your body and soul, find the way to the healthier way of life. In addition to the relaxing and comfy atmosphere of the SPA centre, you will love the diversity of programs and procedures which are testimonials for the high quality SPA product.

Boutique Spa & Wellness Center is a luxurious SPA centre in Flamingo Hotel. You will find there indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam bath, massages.

Sport and health in Albena

The charming coastal resort Albena offers one of the biggest sport and recreational centres in Eastern Europe. The great combination of professional sport equipment, modern hotels, high standard of service, opportunities for SPA and the intact nature make Albena a magnet for all sports fans. Albena offers opportunities for practicing 42 kinds of sports. The tranquility of the area and the mild climate in winter make Albena a great venue for various training and sport programs.

Unique multifunctional sports hall, 7 football playgrounds, a licensed terrain for hockey, horse-riding base, numerous tennis courts, swimming pools and a wide choice of water sports equipment await you for an active holiday in Albena. The resort is the ideal place for hosting football tournaments, sports competitions in spring and autumn. In summer Albena becomes a magnet for kids and youth sports team from Europe. They like the combination of summer vacation by the sea and sports emotions.

Sports centre ‘’Albena’’ offers various opportunities and diversity, so it can be classified in one category with famous centre in Antalya, Cyprus and Western Europe. Yet, the ratio value for money is the competitive advantage of Albena. A team of experts takes care of every sports event in Albena. Guests can also enjoy horse-riding or learn how to master this great sport activity. Sports centre Albena serves 42 sports upon request.

Modern beach resort Albena has a contemporary tennis centre, offering: 3 indoor tennis courts, 13 outdoor tennis courts near Ralitsa hotel, Orchidea hotel, Flamindo, Dobrotitsa.

Owing to the good climate and modern equipment, tennis courts can be used from the beginning of April until the end of October.

Albena offers unique opportunities for water sports:

Jet
Parachute
Water ski, surfing
Scuba diving Albena
Sport, sport and again sport for a healthier way of life, surprises in Albena:
Archery
Bowling hall
Mini golf playground
12 playgrounds for beach volleyball
Beach football
Darts
Horse-riding
Carting
25 mineral water swimming pools
Bowling hall

Albena regularly hosts local and International sport tournaments. Some of the events which worth mentioning are: rally Albena, Championship of motorcycling, National championship of sport dances, International football tournaments, darts contests etc.

Climate conditions and eco place for a summer vacation

The combination of the relief of Albena and the specific microclimate are excellent preconditions for a memorable summer vacation. It’s interesting to know that Albena has an active eco policy, focused on the preservation of the environment. Regularly the main parameters of the sea water and the nature are being inspected and all standards are in compliance with the regulations of EU.

Congress tourism, business travels and team building events in Albena

There is a congress centre in Albena and this is the reason why the resort is suitable for the hosting different conferences, congresses, business forums and discussions. First class hotels in Albena are equipped with the necessary equipment for an important business meeting and team building events.

Events in Albena:

Rally Albena
Afolk festival for songs and dances
Golden Antenna International TV festival
International bridge festival Albena
Beach volleyball tournament in June and July
Football tournaments

Fees and expenses

The parking fee in Albena is 5 BGN per car. The fee is payable at the hotel reception. The price of overnight in Albena hotels includes the use of a parasols and 2 sunlounges at the beach. Parasols and sunlounges close to the sea /first line position/ are payable as well, 3 BGN per person per day.

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