To Bulgaria in the winter

Sadly after a promising start, Bulgarians are still waiting for the real winter to arrive!

Whilst the rest of Europe is battling with unwanted snow,  here the famous ski resorts are desperate for some good snow coverage. After the worst start to the season, businesses in the resorts already hit by the recession now have to face additional woes as more and more tourists stay away.

One can but be optimistic that the snow will come soon.
Then at last it will be off to the mountains for some sunshine and winter fun. For those who want to avoid the hustle & bustle of the bigger ski resorts there are still plenty of charming places off the beaten track.
Winter in the cities is less pleasant especially if you have to move about by car or on foot. Un-cleared snow quickly becomes unattractive and pavements can be treacherous.
In Sofia there is as always at this time of year a full diary of cultural and charity events to choose from.

You will find the most interesting listed in our events section.
This is also the season for traditional holidays of which the Kukeri Masquerades are probably the most spectacular.
You should be able to find plenty of reliable information about Sofia and Bulgaria on the pages of our site. Don’t forget to post your photos and stories on our Insider’s Sofia page and to add your reviews to our restaurants.
In fact, feel free to write to us with any comments or questions regarding your experiences in Sofia or Bulgaria.
Wishing you a lovely & safe winter
Paromita & Christine