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The project ‘Assenovgrad- the sacred gate of Rhodope Mountain’ approved
The project ‘Assenovgrad- the sacred gate of Rhodope Mountain’ was approved and therefore it will be financed under the operational program ‘Regional Development’.

The archaeological discovery Kozi Gramadi becomes an attractive tourist attraction
Will the archaeological landmark Kozi Gramadi become the pearl of Sredna Gora?

Bansko attracted the attention of many attendants at Ski World Cup Opening in Austria
Bansko ski resort, Bulgaria attracted the attention of attendants at Ski World Cup Opening in Austria.

Bulgarian and Romanian regions develop joint projects for cultural tourism
The Bulgarian regions of Dobrich, Silistra and Rousse in cooperation with the Romanian Constantsa and Giurgio are included in a project for the development of cultural tourism ‘Eastern Pontika’.

Bourgas Airport modernized
Bourgas Airport is being modernized.

European bicycle riding routes boost the development of Bulgarian tourism
Fans of exciting bicycle riding enjoy their favourite sport in Bulgaria. European cycling routes promotes Bulgarian tourism.

The ski trail on Perelik Peak constructed
The director of the regional inspectorate of environment and waters in Smolyan city has approved the preliminary project for the construction of a stationery ski trail and a ski zone within the area of the sports and tourist centre ‘Perelik’.

A great number of Israeli tourists visited Bourgas coastal city
A representative of Bourgas municipality announced that there were many Israeli tourists who visited the coastal city of Bourgas.

A growth of the number of tourists from Russian and UK in Bulgaria’s resort Chepelare
Chepelare expects more tourists from UK and Russia during the new winter season.

Sofia city will preserve the folklore heritage of the Balkans
UNESCO has chosen Sofia city to preserve the folklore heritage of the Balkans.

Balkan Salsa Congress in Borovets ski resort
Borovets ski resort, Bulgaria is the official host of Balkan Salsa Congress that will be held within the period 29th-31st of October 2010.

Bulgaria's Bansko Named World's Best Value Ski Resort
Bulgaria's premier ski resort Bansko, winter capital of the Balkans, named one of world's best value ski destinations.

Romania Lags Far Behind Bulgaria in Tourism - Press
Romania generate income from foreign tourism four times less than Bulgaria.

Bulgaria is the honoured guest at Polish Tourist Trade Fair 'Tour Salon'
Bulgaria is an honoured guest at this year's edition of the International Tourist Trade Fair "Tour Salon" in Poznan, Poland.

Glenn Mitchell Promotes Bulgaria as Golf Destination
The famous producer of features for Golfing World, Glenn Mitchell, promotes Bulgaria as an attractive destination for golf tourism.

Rome Grants to Bulgaria Particle of Relics of St Nicholas
A particle of St.Nikolai the Miracle worker will be transferred from Rome to Bulgaria.

Tourism VAT Leveled at 9%
All hotel services will be levied with joint VAT stake of 9%, reads the amendments to VAT Act that was passed at first reading in Parliament.

Bulgarian tourist sector to benefit at the expense of Greece and Turkey
Bulgaria might benefit this coming winter from an up to three per cent increase in tourism, Bulgaria National Radio reported on October 18 2010.

Bulgaria's Economy Ministry to rekindle interest in tourism via two million leva campaign
Bulgaria is to invest about 2.1 million leva in a large-scale campaign, for the second time in the past two years, to encourage domestic tourism among Bulgarians, Deputy Economy Minister Ivo Marinov said.

Bulgaria's Economy Ministry to rekindle interest in tourism via two million leva campaign
Bulgaria is to invest about 2.1 million leva in a large-scale campaign, for the second time in the past two years, to encourage domestic tourism among Bulgarians.

Winter holidays become more expensive due to the new VAT
It is expected that the price for a winter holiday will be increased by 2% for the upcoming ski season.

Fashion Travel Show takes place in Bulgaria’s Bansko resort
Fashion Travel Show takes place in Premier Luxury Mountain resort, Bulgaria’s Bansko resort.

Kaleto Fortress in Vidin becomes a tourism attraction
Vidin city draws more tourists with the wealth of natural and historic landmarks. Kaleto fortress will be developed.

Sofia is the third most visited city in Bulgaria
The official report of Euromonitor International shows that Sofia city, Bulgaria is the third most visited Bulgarian city.

Bulgaria presents tourism opportunities at a fair in Bucharest
Bulgaria presents its tourist product at International tourist expo in the Romanian capital Bucharest. The event will be held from 21st of October to 24th of October 2010

Bulgaria has great potential to develop ornithology tourism
Bulgaria has a great potential to develop birdwatching due to the location, natural resources, extinct and endangered species.

Bulgaria еxpects 2-3% growth of winter holidays
Bulgaria’s deputy Economy Minister, Ivo Marinov, has announced that the country expects a growth of 2-3% of the winter holidays.

Information boards will be installed at 22 tourism sights in Vidin region
A new tourism information centre will be opened at the old Turkish post office in Vidin on 22nd October 2010.

Bansko fulfills a project for cultural tourism
Cultural landmarks in Bansko will be restored under a project which is financed by EU funds.

Veliko Turnovo city among top 10 preferred destinations in Eastern Europe
The number of tourists who have visited Bulgaria’s city of Veliko Turnovo since the beginning of the year exceeded 1 million people.

Bulgaria expects long and successful winter season
Blagoi Ragin expressed his opinion that the winter season will be as successful as the summer one was.

Bulgaria's ski federation build ski jumping complex in Sofia
The Bulgarian Ski Federation: We will construct of a huge ski jumping complex in Sofia city. Thus, the city will have chances to host rounds of the world cup.

Arbanassi Churches Listed in UNESCO
Ancient churches in the village of Arbanassi and Veliko Turnovo may be included on UNESCO's list of cultural and historical heritage sites if they meet certain criteria.

IV Sofia Baroque Arts Festival
A real touch for your senses is IV Sofia Baroque Arts Festival. It will take place from 22nd of October 2010 until 9th of October 2010.

Bulgarian tourism has a potential to expand at 10 major markets
Two are the factors that are crucial for Bulgaria’s image abroad- travel destination and sea vacation venue. These decision-making factors were chosen by potential holidaymakers who confirmed that they would recommend the country to a friend.

There is no danger of power outage in Bulgaria’s winter resorts
All winter resorts in Bulgaria are provided with power supply for the upcoming ski season 2010/2011.

Foreign tourists spend 348 EUR on alternative tourism holidays in Bulgaria
What do you think about alternative tourism opportunities in Bulgaria? Why does a foreign tourist spend 348 EUR on a cultural holiday in Bulgaria? Find out now

Bansko suprises its guests with new tourism attractions
Bansko comes up with new tourism attractions for ski season 2010/2011.

Ski lift passes in Pamporovo ski resort cost only 25 EUR
Although ski lift passes in Pamporovo mountainous resort have not been officially confirmed yet, it is expected that the price will remain 25 EUR.

International conference ‘Trends & Innovation Travel Distribution Summit’’
International conference Trends & Innovation Travel Distribution Summit will give a light to the innovations and difficulties that tourism would face. The conference takes place in Sheraton Hotel, Sofia city, Bulgaria within the period 3rd-5th November 2010.

Tourists are likely to get lost in Pamporovo resort
What do you expect from your winter vacation in Pamporovo ski resort, Bulgaria? How to find your hotel on the map?

Nearly 500 000 tourists visited Kaliakra Cape
Although the tourist season has not been closed yet, it has become clear that nearly 500 000 tourists visited Kaliakra Cape.

Borovets- the most sensuous ski resort in Bulgaria
A recent survey has revealed World's sexiest resorts. Bulgaria's ski venue Borovets ranks fourth.

Bansko develops successfully cultural tourism
Visitors are particularly attracted by cultural and historic landmarks in Bansko.

Bulgaria should actively promote tourism opportunities to attract Japanese
21st Days of Japanese Culture will take place 14th of October until 23rd of December 2010 in Sofia, Plovdiv and Varna.

Portuguese TV reveals Bansko’s landmarks
A promotional tour of Portuguese media group gets acquainted with landmarks in Bansko, Bulgaria’s premier ski resort.

Bath in Bankya becomes a balneology venue
Sofia municipality plans to turn the bath in Bankya into a balneology center.

Bulgaria a year-round tourist destination
A recent poll reveal that tourists are attracted by rural tourism places, SPA, cultural and historic landmarks in Bulgaria, but they consider the poo infrastructure a shortcoming in the country.

Pamporovo ski resort drops prices for the upcoming winter season
Hotel owners in Pamporovo ski resort, the sunniest winter venue in Bulgaria, drop prices by 10-17% for the upcoming winter season 2010/2011.

Bansko differentiates from other popular resorts with cultural tourism
Undoubtedly Bansko has much to offer, however, the region should find its specific characteristics and work towards the improvement of all services.
olivier Buirette - France, 15.12.2010 14:32
and a long long stay in France now... ;-))