Wednesday, 31 May 2017
Tuesday, 30 May 2017
Romanian air traffic controllers to go on general strike Tuesday 30th May
Romanian air traffic controllers to go on general strike next week:
Should mean disruption to all flights crossing Romanian airspace including U.K. ones.
Should mean disruption to all flights crossing Romanian airspace including U.K. ones.
Bears keep tourists from getting to Vlad the Impaler’s citadel in Romania - Romania Insider
Bears keep tourists from getting to Vlad the Impaler’s citadel in Romania - Romania Insider:
But Bobo the friendly bear here says you are welcome !.
But Bobo the friendly bear here says you are welcome !.
Today it Will be Mostly Sunny with Maximum Temperatures 20°-25° - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
Today it Will be Mostly Sunny with Maximum Temperatures 20°-25° - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:
The good weather finally turns up !. 27C tomorrow.
The good weather finally turns up !. 27C tomorrow.
Monday, 29 May 2017
Sunday, 28 May 2017
New Craft Beer shop opens in Sofia
Probably need to explain what craft beer is.Real Ale is an English thing brewed in a traditional manner from wheat and hops, barley malt etc.Craft Beer is basically American and includes fruit and other experimental options.
Saturday, 27 May 2017
Code Yellow Warning Issued Over Heavy Rain in 18 Bulgarian Districts - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
Code Yellow Warning Issued Over Heavy Rain in 18 Bulgarian Districts - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:
Lighter rain along the coast, although thunderstorms expected.
Lighter rain along the coast, although thunderstorms expected.
Friday, 26 May 2017
Where to put Europe’s bank regulator? Try Bulgaria – Breakingviews
Where to put Europe’s bank regulator? Try Bulgaria – Breakingviews:
Interesting argument that the European Banking Authority (EBA) should move to Sofia.Might be a good bet politically with Bulgaria's Russian tug of war over gas and sphere's of influence. Another series of job losses in the City of London over Brexit.
Interesting argument that the European Banking Authority (EBA) should move to Sofia.Might be a good bet politically with Bulgaria's Russian tug of war over gas and sphere's of influence. Another series of job losses in the City of London over Brexit.
International Conference on Bulgarian Church’s Contribution to Saving Bulgarian Jews to Take Place in Sofia - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
International Conference on Bulgarian Church’s Contribution to Saving Bulgarian Jews to Take Place in Sofia - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:
Editor's Note: The Bulgarian Jewish population were not sent off to death camps due to the activities of various groups: including church, king and some politicians.
The Bulgarian government was anti-semitic for most of this period, and where Bulgarian troops were fighting alongside the Germans in area's outside Bulgaria, there was some assistance given in rounding up and deporting Jews.
Editor's Note: The Bulgarian Jewish population were not sent off to death camps due to the activities of various groups: including church, king and some politicians.
The Bulgarian government was anti-semitic for most of this period, and where Bulgarian troops were fighting alongside the Germans in area's outside Bulgaria, there was some assistance given in rounding up and deporting Jews.
Thursday, 25 May 2017
Bulgaria Celebrates Day of Education, Culture, Slavonic Alphabet - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
Bulgaria Celebrates Day of Education, Culture, Slavonic Alphabet - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:
It is important to note that this is the earliest alphabet used in this part of Europe in the early modern period.
It is important to note that this is the earliest alphabet used in this part of Europe in the early modern period.
Tuesday, 23 May 2017
Condor inaugurates flights from Leipzig to Bourgas | The Sofia Globe
Condor inaugurates flights from Leipzig to Bourgas | The Sofia Globe:
Another budget airline flies to Bulgaria.
Another budget airline flies to Bulgaria.
Monday, 22 May 2017
8 Bulgarian spices that define the local cuisine - kashkaval tourist
8 Bulgarian spices that define the local cuisine - kashkaval tourist:
Personally, love the chilli flakes, oregano (rigan) and red pepper ideal for chilli con carne and curries, when made up into a paste.
Personally, love the chilli flakes, oregano (rigan) and red pepper ideal for chilli con carne and curries, when made up into a paste.
Sunday, 21 May 2017
Enhanced Security Measures Along Bulgarian Summer Resorts - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
Enhanced Security Measures Along Bulgarian Summer Resorts - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:
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| Joint Bulgarian-Romanian Black Sea Police Patrol |
Friday, 19 May 2017
Sofia’s Municipal Council Approves Measures Against Air Pollution - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
Sofia’s Municipal Council Approves Measures Against Air Pollution - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:
Terrible air quality in Sofia due to the preponderance of old cars and traffic jams.The Metro system has helped but still a big problem.
Terrible air quality in Sofia due to the preponderance of old cars and traffic jams.The Metro system has helped but still a big problem.
Tuesday, 16 May 2017
US Warship Visits Varna Port - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency
US Warship Visits Varna Port - Novinite.com - Sofia News Agency:
This comes amidst increased tension in the Black Sea region, with both Russia Naval and Air force manoeuvres.The destroyer is obviously there as a NATO muscle flex.
This comes amidst increased tension in the Black Sea region, with both Russia Naval and Air force manoeuvres.The destroyer is obviously there as a NATO muscle flex.
Flight and hotel deal at White Rocks Castle, Balchik with Wizz
https://wizztours.com/en-gb/travel/accommodation/varna/white-rock-castle-suite-hotel/
Located at the entrance to Balchik, ideal for the Royal Palace and the beach.Wizzair is offering 7 nights accommodation and flights £196pp.
And for the first time putting Balchik on the map for UK package tourism.
Located at the entrance to Balchik, ideal for the Royal Palace and the beach.Wizzair is offering 7 nights accommodation and flights £196pp.
And for the first time putting Balchik on the map for UK package tourism.
Monday, 15 May 2017
Sunday, 14 May 2017
Denis Petkov death: Man denies murder in Rettendon - BBC News
Denis Petkov death: Man denies murder in Rettendon - BBC News:
Bulgarian man allegedly murdered by another Bulgarian man in Essex.
Bulgarian man allegedly murdered by another Bulgarian man in Essex.
Saturday, 13 May 2017
Thursday, 11 May 2017
Birdstrike over Bulgaria as cause for flight delay: No compensation for passengers | The Sofia Globe
Birdstrike over Bulgaria as cause for flight delay: No compensation for passengers | The Sofia Globe:
There are now calls for European legislation to be amended.What are your compensation stories ?.
There are now calls for European legislation to be amended.What are your compensation stories ?.
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| Not the plane concerned |
Wednesday, 10 May 2017
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.
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
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
Tuesday, 9 May 2017
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 !.
Looks like it's swimming pool time !.
Monday, 8 May 2017
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.
About time, prior to this 400/500lv a month was not uncommon.
Sunday, 7 May 2017
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
Saturday, 6 May 2017
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.
And of course St.George's Day Bank Holiday.
Friday, 5 May 2017
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.
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.
Thursday, 4 May 2017
Monday, 1 May 2017
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 !.
Ha Ha, Tories hide event as Children's Birthday Party, pathetic !.
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