Minister Nikolina Angelkova: We Expect 10% Growth in Tourism in Summer - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Minister Nikolina Angelkova: We Expect 10% Growth in Tourism in Summer - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

I tend to take all estimates and published figures of tourism in Bulgaria with a pinch of salt, as they are unreliable, badly collated and generally questionable.

However, one does feel that, because of events in the Middle-East, Bulgaria is becoming a more attractive option.

Minister Nikolina Angelkova: 'We Consider Tourist Police' - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Minister Nikolina Angelkova: 'We Consider Tourist Police' - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

Not altogether a bad idea.Normally in the summertime, the local police are augmented by a contingent of around 700 from other parts of Bulgaria and, in the Varna and North area, a token contingent of Romanian cops.Tourist Police would presumably be better trained and, moreover, have language skills

Hot Water Stops in Half Sofia till May 19 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Hot Water Stops in Half Sofia till May 19 - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

Looks like it's swimming pool time !.

Bulgarian Teachers to Receive 15% Pay Rise on September - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgarian Teachers to Receive 15% Pay Rise on September - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

About time, prior to this 400/500lv a month was not uncommon.

Pound at 2.30lv no better time to renovate or build or buy in Bulgaria

Prices are stable in Bulgaria, property offers are at an all time low, bargains are here to be had. So forget Brexit, your property rights are secure.E mail info@gobg.co.uk or visit www.gobg.co.uk

Trombones, strawberries and ‘Lafka’: “The other day I woke up in Sofia” | The Sofia Globe

Trombones, strawberries and ‘Lafka’: “The other day I woke up in Sofia” | The Sofia Globe:

Nicely written commentary on Sofia.

Constanta Airport new flights to Paris and Rome

Blue Air has announced that Paris Beauvais and Rome have been added to the Brussels and Luton routes from the Romanian coastal airport of Constanta. Constanta is two hours from Balchik.

Heavy Traffic and Rain During the Weekend - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Heavy Traffic and Rain During the Weekend - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:


And of course St.George's Day Bank Holiday.

The National Gallery and the Museum of Socialist Art Present the Exhibition 'Mythologems of the Heroic' - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

The National Gallery and the Museum of Socialist Art Present the Exhibition 'Mythologems of the Heroic' - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

It seems a fascinating place.After the fall of communism, these statues and other pieces of artwork were scooped up from their prominent locations and deposited here. 

28 People Injured in Road Accidents in the Past 24 Hours - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

28 People Injured in Road Accidents in the Past 24 Hours - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

Theresa May faces fresh accusations of 'hiding' after Scotland rally publicly listed as child's birthday party | The Independent

Theresa May faces fresh accusations of 'hiding' after Scotland rally publicly listed as child's birthday party | The Independent:

Ha Ha, Tories hide event as Children's Birthday Party, pathetic !.

General election 2017: Labour gains again in new poll as Tory lead narrows | The Independent

General election 2017: Labour gains again in new poll as Tory lead narrows | The Independent:

7-1 Looking like a good bet !.

BSR Organizes Attraction Ride With a Steam Locomotive For Saint George's Day - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

BSR Organizes Attraction Ride With a Steam Locomotive For Saint George's Day - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:

Theresa May Poundshop Joyce Grenfell ?

Spot the Difference!

Theresa May warned of fresh court challenge over Brexit as ‘law requires second referendum' on any agreement | The Independent

Theresa May warned of fresh court challenge over Brexit as ‘law requires second referendum' on any agreement | The Independent:

Bomb Scare evacuates Varna Airport

At 9.30am this morning the alarm was raised for a suspicious luggage at Varna Airport.From 11 am the airport was evacuated and reopened at midday. A minimum of disruption was reported.The package was reported as harmless.

On a positive note, at least it showed that their security policies worked.

May 1st long weekend in Bulgaria: Wetter than wet on crammed roads | The Sofia Globe

May 1st long weekend in Bulgaria: Wetter than wet on crammed roads | The Sofia Globe:

Macedonia: protesters storm parliament and attack MPs | World news | The Guardian

Macedonia: protesters storm parliament and attack MPs | World news | The Guardian:

The chaos in Macedonia is brought on by an election that provided an indecisive result between Social Democrats and Conservatives, but, moreover, that 25% of the population are Albanian and are pushing for language rights; such as Albanian to be declared the second language of FYROM.
Another legacy of the collapse of Yugoslavia.

Russian warship collides with freighter in Black Sea | World news | The Guardian

Russian warship collides with freighter in Black Sea | World news | The Guardian:

Russian reconnaissance ship sinks after collision with Togo registered freighter.

Bulgaria Ranks Lowest Among All EU Countries in Reporters Without Borders’ World Press Freedom Index - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency

Bulgaria Ranks Lowest Among All EU Countries in Reporters Without Borders’ World Press Freedom Index - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency: