11 Jan 2016
Bansko in Bulgaria offers the best value ski holiday for British families this season, according to an annual TripAdvisor cost comparison study of 42 selected destinations conducted by independent research firm, Ipsos MORI.
Located in southwestern Bulgaria at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, a week on the slopes of Bansko, including hotel, ski passes, ski hire, ski lessons, evening meals and drinks for a family of four will set you back £1,279, almost four times less than the price of a similar holiday in the most expensive destination, Switzerland’s Zermatt, which costs £4,809.
Not only has Bansko once again
31 Oct 2015
Just like us here in the UK, Bulgarians celebrate Christmas on December 25, however this is somewhat unexpected because Bulgaria is an Orthodox country. The traditional Eastern Orthodox celebration of Christmas actually occurs on January 7th. Bulgaria's Orthodox Church follows the Gregorian calendar, which means its religious observances are in keeping with those of the West. If you're in Bulgaria during the winter season, you can see cities like Sofia covered in Christmas lights with the Sofia Christmas Market an ideal place for travellers to go during the month of December to experience Bulgarian Christmas cheer. A typical
22 Oct 2015
Plovdiv is one of the most renown and charming cities in Bulgaria, famous for its exceptional landmarks. Without doubt the biggest attraction to the city however is the ancient theatre of Philippopolis, located in the Plovdiv Old Town. The theatre was built during the 2nd century and is believed to be one of the most preserved antique theatres in not only Europe but the entire world. The theatre was discovered in the early 1970's after a landslide exposed the theatre for the very first time beginning a major archaeological excavation to reveal the full beauty of the theatre, including the removal of approximately 4.5m of earth covering
29 Sep 2015
Essex became even closer to Slovenia this year with the introduction of regular scheduled services by flagship carrier Adria Airways for 2015. Flights from London Southend operate trice weekly to the historic city of Maribor - host to the European Capital of Culture in 2012, surrounded by vibrant wine-making regions.
Our experienced tailor-made department can create various bespoke holidays in Slovenia to suit most requirements.
19 Sep 2015
Visiting Primorsko has become an even more attractive proposition with the arrival of the very first underwater chapel to the Bulgarian southern Black Sea coast. Named after the patron of fishermen and seafarers, St. Nicholas the Wonder Worker this unique chapel was erected some 10 meters below the surface and is fully compliant with the canon of Orthodox Christianity.
Designed by sculptor Nikola Dikov, the image of the saint was made from brass and the alter from ancient stone with a cross and candlestick placed on it. A plate completes the design with an image glorifying the Saint Trinity. All visitors to the chapel will be able to
13 Sep 2015
Croatia is becoming an increasingly popular holiday destination, well known for it's 1244 beautiful islands and stunning towns & cities offering incredible value for money holiday opportunities. Every year millions of tourist are attracted by the natural beauty of Croatia and the crystal clear warm waters of the Adriatic sea.
There are a number of interesting historic and cultural sites to discover while on your holiday to Croatia, seven of which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A UNESCO World Heritage Site is a place that is listed by the UNESCO as of special cultural or physical significance. The list is maintained by
18 Aug 2015
Balkan Holidays are delighted to announce that infants and children are now able to enjoy access to a selected number of airport lounges across the UK. Until recently all airport lounges were restricted to adults only however 7 UK airports have eased their restrictions allowing families with children and infants the opportunity to escape the airport crowds and relax in the comfort of an airport lounge.
The airports available are as follows:
Aberdeen
Birmingham
Bristol
Edinburgh
Humberside
Manchester
Newcastle
These Executive Airport Lounges offer a welcome refuge from the airport crowds. Enjoy a complimentary bar
15 Aug 2015
1. Find A Holiday You Like.
By visiting our website you can check the availability and book online with total peace of mind, at your own convenience. Search through hundreds of our latest holiday deals to Bansko, Borovets and Pamporovo, Bulgaria from 6 UK airports.
2. Grab Your Online Discount.
Look out for the Online Discount amount shown on the result pages, to see how much you are saving by booking online. The online discount applies to all elements within your package holiday, with the exception of taxes such as airport taxes and fuel surcharges, which cannot be
21 Jul 2015
Opatija is often referred to as the “Croatian Monte Carlo”, so it is no surprise that EU-backed website European Best Destinations has listed this beautiful resort among the best for a romantic break on the seaside.
Once the playground of the Austro-Hungarian and Italian aristocracy who would flock here to enjoy its clear blue waters, long beaches and sub-tropical greenery, Opatija is now a synonym for luxury and the perfect choice for anyone who wishes to have a pleasant, peaceful and relaxing holiday.
There are also plenty of events that take place in Opatija during the summer months such as concerts, exhibitions and
05 Jul 2015
Food lovers have long since appreciated the merits of Bulgarian cuisine with the verdict that is it tasty, spicy and varied. Abundant in fresh vegetables and fruit, juicy meat, grilled or served with piquant sauces, mouth-watering vegetarian dishes, banitsa that melts in your mouth or Bulgarian yoghurt, there is something appealing for everyone.
Food lovers have long since appreciated the merits of Bulgarian cuisine
The Bulgarian culinary “geography” overflows with delicious meals: Bansko style Kapama (meat and vegetables stewed in a clay pot), Rhodope Cheverme (lamb roasted on a spit over
