What resorts in Bulgaria do tourists go to relax in the summer and why? We figure out where and when it is best to relax in the country for various categories of people.

According to reviews, in Bulgaria you can have a good rest in Balchik- many tourists go there. This is a small, calm town, where the roofs of houses are decorated with red tiles, and the smell of roses is felt in the air. Some of the local beaches are sandy, some are rocky. The main decoration of the city is the royal residence and the botanical garden. This place is well suited for a secluded and romantic getaway.

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Where can you relax cheaply in Bulgaria in 2019?

According to the reviews of tourists for 2018, high prices in Albena, Sunny Beach and Golden Sands. The most prestigious one is in the Riviera, located not far from Varna among a huge old park. Once it was a place for the ruling elite of the country, and now it is an elite resort with excellent opportunities for family holidays. It is believed that it is best to relax in Bulgaria there, but the prices bite.

To budget resorts include small seaside towns, where there are many 2-3 * hotels and there is an opportunity for accommodation in the private sector. Locals living in cottages often rent out the upper floors of houses. You can save money by settling in Nessebar, Balchik, Kranevo, St. Vlas and Ravda, affordable prices for accommodation in Pomorie and Tsarevo.

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Cultural and excursion rest

In general, the climate of Bulgaria allows you to travel around the country at any time of the year, but May, June, September and October are the most favorable months. Tourists like to visit the Rila Lakes and the monastery, Driven stones, ancient Roman baths and temples of Varna, Sofia museums, the temple on Cape Kaliakra, ancient buildings and ancient buildings of Nessebar and Sozopol.

Where is it better to relax in Bulgaria with children in 2019?

With children in Bulgaria it is comfortable to relax anywhere. You can spend an expensive, comfortable and fun time in Golden Sands, Albena and Sunny Beach. There is a good bottom and wide beaches. In the resort of Sunny Beach there is a bay with shallow water, where the water warms up well and is suitable for kids. Many children's entertainment: playgrounds, rides, slides, water parks.

Close to Sunny Beach (5 km) are the quieter resorts of St. Vlas and Ravda. Ravda is a developing resort with good opportunities for sports and entertainment for children. St. Vlas is suitable for those who want to improve their lungs - the air is enriched with iodine vapor and phytoncides of coniferous forests. According to reviews, you can have a good rest with children in Bulgaria in the villages of Elenite and Kranevo - they are suitable for those who prefer a calm and comfortable family vacation.

On an excursion with older children, you can go to Nessebar or Sozopol. Sofia has an extreme amusement park and a zoo, and not far from Varna is the largest family theme park in the country, Happy Land.

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Resorts for youth

The most party and noisy resort in the country is Sunny Beach. No less vibrant nightlife in Golden Sands. Both resorts have a good entertainment area and rich opportunities for active pastime: there are water parks, centers for surfing, rowing and water skiing.

According to reviews, you can have a great rest in Bulgaria in the village of Ravda. It has a good base for sports and excellent beaches, while the rest itself will cost much less. Economical youth recreation in the southern resort of Kiten - there are campsites and many inexpensive hotels.

Not far from Sozopol there is the Golden Fish beach, popular among surfers, and the Smokini beach, which was chosen by nudists and informals. Both beaches have cafes, umbrellas and sun loungers. You can stay at campsites nearby.

Resorts for the elderly

St. Constantine and Elena is a respectable resort a few kilometers from Varna. Good hotels, green parks, thermal and hydrogen sulfide springs, balneological treatment center.

Balchik, Nessebar and Sozopol also have a measured rest. It is quiet here, compared to the crowded Sunny Beach or Golden Sands, a rich excursion program, and prices in local cafes are affordable. If you are interested in a passive beach holiday, then you should go to Pomorie.

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Weather in Bulgaria: where and when is it better to relax?

In Bulgaria, the climate is not hot, continental, with warm summers and cold winters, in the south - closer to the Mediterranean. The air temperature even in the southern latitudes rarely rises above +30°C.

Spring short and cool. In March, snow often still lies, during the day +6 ... + 10 ° С, in April the air warms up to + 15 ... + 18 ° С, everything blooms. In mid-May, summer is already coming in the south of the country, but the water in the sea is cold, so you can swim in the pool, and it’s better to walk along the promenade along the sea. In May, the night of museums takes place, at this time you can visit the museums of Nessebar, Sofia and other cities for free.

June often overshadowed by rains, the water near the coast is +20...+22°С, in the daytime +24...+26°С, so it is best to relax in southern Bulgaria - in Nessebar, Sunny Beach, Sozopol.

The best beach holiday in Bulgaria - in July and august. Water +24...+26°С, air +29...+30°С. This is the peak of the summer season, all resorts are filled to the limit with tourists.

AT September the air temperature drops to +23...+25°С, the sea cools down by 1-2 degrees. This is a good month for swimming, as well as trips around Bulgaria - at this time it is best to relax in Sofia, Nessebar, Balchik, Sozopol, Varna, Plovdiv. Resorts are still working, but there are fewer tourists.

AT October and november winds and precipitation begin to rage, during the day +12 ... + 15 ° С, a little warmer (a couple of degrees) in the south of the country. You can forget about the beaches, during this period we recommend visiting thermal springs and balneological resorts: Sapareva Banya, Sandanski, Velingrad and others.

in winter you can go to the mountains - in December, the winter ski resorts of Bansko, Vitosha, Pamporovo and others open their work. In the coastal zone it is damp due to rains, during the day +7°С, in the mountains in winter during the day 0...+3°С, at night down to −7°С. In the north of the country, snow lies until April, in the south - until March.

It occupies about a fifth of the Balkan Peninsula. Washed by the Black Sea, the country has long been a popular tourist destination for beach holidays, and the Pirin, Rila and Rhodope mountains attract thousands of winter sports fans to Bulgarian ski resorts every year. Speleotourism, rock climbing, health tours to resorts based on mineral springs and pilgrimages to Orthodox monasteries and temples are popular in the republic. The vast majority of guests come to the beach. Where is it better to go with the whole family or alone, with a group of friends or with a small child? The Bulgarian Black Sea offers dozens of resorts where everyone will find a vacation to their liking and affordability.

Foamy rustle of coastal waves

The Black Sea stretches for more than 350 kilometers, and the entire coastal strip can be conditionally divided into northern and southern parts. Above the Balkan mountain range are the famous Golden Sands and. If you are looking for where to go to Bulgaria by the sea so that it is very warm at the end of spring, pay attention to Sunny Beach, or.
The list of the main advantages of a beach holiday in Bulgaria undoubtedly includes:

• Short and relatively inexpensive flight. The cost of a ticket for a direct scheduled flight will be about 250 euros in the "high" season. You will have to spend only 3.5 hours in the sky.
• Pretty cheap accommodation. A 4 * hotel room near the beach can be rented for 30-40 euros. If you pay attention to private apartments rented out by local residents, the cost of vacation will be reduced even more significantly.
• Convenient infrastructure for family holidays. The entire resort area has a large selection of hotels, playgrounds, playgrounds, cafes and inexpensive restaurants with a menu adapted to the needs of young tourists.

Some resorts are literally "sharpened" for family needs and desires, and the question of where it is better to relax in Bulgaria with kids, the villages and the city of Albena can answer with hesitation. Their main advantage is a gentle entry into the water and a relatively shallow sea off the coast. There are no strong winds and waves in the coastal zone of these resorts, the water warms up early, and therefore kids can swim and sunbathe absolutely safely and comfortably.
In Albena, there are many entertainments that will allow you to spend your vacation varied and rich. In addition to traditional playgrounds, the resort offers small vacationers and their parents to enjoy the rides in the amusement park, learn how to ride a horse, take lessons at the archery school, and master children's water skiing. Each hotel in Albena has its own children's club, where you can leave your children in the care of qualified teachers.
The inexpensive hotel fund of Obzor, the cleanest beach and healing springs in the vicinity attract guests to the resort who want to take a break from the city noise and combine a beach holiday with wellness treatments. The cost of rest in this resort will be at least one and a half times lower than in the noisy and popular Golden Sands or Sunny Beach.
Elenite will especially appeal to tourists with very young children. Cozy apartments here can be booked very inexpensively, and playgrounds and clubs on the beach are equipped to meet the needs of young travelers.

Come on, youth!

If you're under 30, have fun and easy-going friends, and don't have a very solid bank account yet, Bulgaria might be a smart choice for your upcoming student vacation or vacation. Where to go on vacation so as not to spend too much money, but at the same time enjoy the sun and the sea, and in the evening light it up to the fullest in a nightclub or at a beach party? Sunny Beach, Golden Sands and Albena are the most suitable for youth recreation. In these cities, the bulk of institutions for cultural and active leisure and hotels are concentrated, where you can rent a room or apartment inexpensively and not far from the sea.
Beach leisure at the youth resorts of Bulgaria will help to organize centers for the rental of equipment for water sports. On the Black Sea Riviera, you can learn to surf and water ski, play volleyball right on the sand and ride a jet ski or "banana".
Where is the best place to go to Bulgaria and which resort to choose if you are crazy about diving? Unfortunately, the Black Sea cannot boast the same rich underwater world as the Red Sea, but you can enjoy your favorite outdoor activity in Sozopol. The diving center at this Bulgarian resort offers diving equipment and instructor services for beginners. Sozopol Dive Sites is the area of ​​the old port where there are several ancient relics from sunken ships.

Winter holidays in Bulgaria

Where to go on vacation in Bulgaria for adherents of winter sports? What resorts should you pay attention to for those who cannot wait for the Christmas holidays to rush along the mountain slopes with the breeze and enjoy contemplating the magnificent landscapes that open their eyes? Do not expect Austrian complexity or French grooming from Bulgarian ski slopes. Local slopes are more suitable for intermediate-level athletes without any special pretensions, novice skiers and fans of leisurely family outdoor activities. But the cost of services in Bulgarian winter resorts is much more democratic than that of their "senior" Western European counterparts in arms:

• The Rila mountain range and the resort located near its highest peak are the most popular with beginner athletes and snowboarders. The season starts in December and lasts until mid-April.
• In a particularly nice climate for skiing. This resort boasts the most sunny weather throughout the ski season. Fans of skiing until the middle of spring in Pamporovo are supported by snow cannons.
• Another famous Bulgarian winter resort is located in the Pirin mountain range. Trails of Velingrad.
  At balneological resorts, doctors treat many diseases: dermatological and urological, pulmonary and endocrine. If you cannot imagine your summer vacation without the sea, you will be able to combine business with pleasure in the resorts of St. Constantine and Elena, and Golden Sands. They are located on the Black Sea coast, and therefore you can alternate medical procedures in sanatoriums with sea bathing and sunbathing.

Long coastline, clear water and warm fine sand, so appreciated by European tourists - all this makes a large number of very popular, moreover, this popularity is growing from year to year. You can at least every year relax in different places, while getting new emotions and impressions, because each place from our today's rating has its own unique features and advantages over others. It is difficult to rank large cities with centuries of history and small resorts, but you can come up with nominations for them. So, for a sea holiday for every taste, they are waiting for you in today's article.

So, in first place in the ranking of the most famous outside the country the best seaside resorts in Bulgaria, of course, Varna. This city is a real ultimate dream for all Soviet residents 30-40 years ago, such a Bulgarian analogue of Sochi or Yalta, where many interesting things are collected. A huge number of tourists still travel here, who like to combine a beach holiday and an educational one, and also want, as they say, to plunge into social life.

Varna for tourists traveling to, the pleasure is not cheap. In local hotels, a room can cost you 2 times more than in smaller resort complexes. And despite the fact that there are no ideal beaches in Varna itself, everything will have to be reached additionally. Among the advantages - excellent infrastructure. The presence of not only an airport, but also a good transport interchange, so that if you wish, you can quickly and conveniently get to anywhere on the Bulgarian coast from here. For those who want to get a complete impression of a resort holiday full of cafes, clubs, restaurants and parks, with visits to museums and excursions for every taste, Varna is definitely worth choosing.

The most beautiful city in the ranking the best seaside resorts in Bulgaria, undoubtedly, Nessebar, a city with a great history, the entire old part of which (it is located on a peninsula separated from the coastline) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is worth going here for those who love history, who want to feel the spirit of the old Orthodox country, in whose culture so many traditions are mixed, and this mixture turned out to be very bizarre. Can this holiday be called purely beach? As in the case of Varna, probably not, but if you are of school age, inquisitive and energetic, then it is in such places that you will find the maximum number of interesting sights.

If for you the concept of "expensive" is identical to the concept of "good", then you need to consider the most expensive options among the best resorts in Bulgaria on the sea. Rating, compiled by tour operators, gives the palm among all Bulgarian premium-segment holiday destinations to Riviera, a complex located near Varna.

Since the Riviera complex is quite small, consisting of several hotels, you need to book places here in advance. For a lot of money you will find the right level of service, good beaches, mineral springs, well-groomed park area, a quiet, relaxing holiday. It is the hotels of the Riviera that are consistently included in the ratings of the best hotels on the entire Black Sea coast.

Not far behind the Riviera is another small town, which over several decades has turned from a fishing village into a fashionable resort. We are talking about it is called the resort of millionaires for its features, for example, for an ideally equipped bay with a berth for ships and yachts, where the richest people not only in Bulgaria, but also in neighboring countries keep their boats (worth hundreds of thousands of euros). The port itself and the Marina embankment leave an excellent impression on any tourist, especially since here you can watch the annual sailing regatta, a big event even on a national scale.

A closed resort that operates on the popular all-inclusive system is Elenite. In our the best resorts in Bulgaria on the sea ranking it can be classified as one of the most closed. It has everything that you can find in an ordinary resort town, but in a concentrated form in a small area. These are restaurants, and shops, and tennis courts, and large swimming pools, and a riding club, and a water park. All this makes Elenite a resort from which you do not even need to leave, since everything you need is literally at hand.

Among the fashionable complexes, Ravda is considered the champion in security. It is located at a distance of 1.5 kilometers from Nessebar and is considered an excellent village for children and youth recreation. should have all the set of qualities that Ravda has: it is very clean, a safe protected area, a mild climate and good beaches.

The best seaside resorts in Bulgaria

Respectability is not needed by all tourists who discover Bulgaria. Most often, young people are interested in completely different categories, so for them the list the best seaside resorts in Bulgaria has been heading Sunny Beach for many years. And the point is not only in its two beaches, which are marked with a blue flag, a valuable quality mark for every beach resort, but also in the abundance of entertainment and accommodation for every taste and budget.

Coming to Sunny Beach, you can be sure that your vacation will be very successful. But only if you are good with a large number of people, cheerful discos, an abundance of beach attractions and all that, you will not be bored for sure. Even nature itself has taken care of your impressions of the rest, since the local beach is located clearly on the east side and it is here that you can watch majestic sunrises (if you are able to look at them after evening discos).

Even more detached is the Golden Sands resort complex, which is a real Mecca for young people. To pour into its atmosphere, as in the Spanish Ibiza, should be to the fullest, but lovers of a quiet family holiday should still look for a vacation in any village in the neighborhood. Or do not choose hotels located on the 1st and 2nd lines, as well as near the central embankment. But here you will find incredibly warm water, which even at night does not cool down to a cool temperature. That is why very often tourists choose Golden Sands to relax in or even at the beginning of October, which become much empty with the beginning of the school year.

In addition to Sunny Beach and Golden Sands, the village of St. Constantine and Elena, which is located near Varna, can be attributed to popular and high-quality holiday destinations. But besides clubs and restaurants, you can still improve your health here, as Bulgarian aristocrats have done for many years, coming here. There are magnificent old parks and many mineral springs.

The best seaside resorts in Bulgaria: rating

Children are the main target audience that tour operators rely on when offering tours to Bulgaria, because the mild climate, quality food, warm sea and all this is close to home and relatively cheap - all these factors are very important for every caring parent. If singled out among best resorts in Bulgaria by the sea rating the most childish, then Kranevo will be in the first place, with its famous and favorite water park "Aqua-Life". Not without reason, most of the local hotels are designed to receive a large number of children's and youth groups, in each hotel you will find decent animation, rental of sports equipment, bicycles, so you will not think about what to do with little fidgets.

Most often, it is Kranevo that is recognized as an ideal place for children to relax with its spacious and clean beaches. But parents can also be advised to turn their attention to the town. There, in addition to beaches with blue flags, the entertainment complex "Castle" awaits kids.

The best seaside resorts in Bulgaria

So far, we have mostly told you about the best seaside resorts in Bulgaria which are widely known to our tourists. But there are also several interesting places, which so far remain practically a purely Bulgarian place, which the Bulgarians themselves are not too eager to reveal. Most often, such towns and villages are very calm, quiet, it is there that you can admire the unique Black Sea wildlife and get a real charge of health and vigor for the whole next year. In addition, as in all places “for their own”, prices here will be much lower than in popular complexes and resort towns.

Learn more about the fishing village of Lozenets, because besides the fact that, according to biologists, this is the cleanest sea on the entire coast, it is also here that all seafood lovers can take their souls away. In the immediate vicinity of the Strandja Mountains, on the coastline, which consists of six beaches, you will find a dozen different cafes and small restaurants where you can taste fresh catch of fish and mussels, squid and octopus, crabs and shrimps. Such a holiday will become a real holiday, which will be remembered for another whole year.

If you love wild nature and appreciate the protected sea corners for this, then be sure to take a closer look at Primorsko and Kiten. They are located at a distance of 5 kilometers from each other and it is they who hold the first places in the ranking of the most interesting in terms of natural diversity. You can visit the island of St. Thomas to watch turtles, enjoy the views of flowering water lilies, look at the wildlife of the Black Sea coast. It is in Primorsko that surfers love to come, for whom the north beach, open to all winds, is ideal. But the south side is perfect for children's recreation, the descent into the sea is gentle, and the water is very warm.

But in these places, get ready to plunge into the local Bulgarian flavor, so do not expect luxurious conditions and faceless chain hotels. On the other hand, everyone chooses the type of vacation that gives him the greatest pleasure, it remains only to choose a resort that will perfectly satisfy all your needs.

To be honest, Bulgaria has never been for me the country where I would definitely like to go. It's not that she didn't interest me at all. just to see Italy, Spain or Greece I wanted a lot more. Apparently, somewhere in the subconscious, a common saying has settled: “ A chicken is not a bird, Bulgaria is not a foreign country» .

Although in Soviet times vacation in Bulgaria it was considered very cool. What has changed here since then? I decided to fly and find out.

In addition, I found a tour where, in addition to visiting the resorts of Bulgaria, a 2 day excursion to Istanbul . And I have long wanted to go to Istanbul. So, the tour was booked and the bags were packed.

In this article I will tell you which resorts I liked in Bulgaria, which hotels you can book and which excursions are worth visiting.

Bulgaria: first impressions

On the way to the airport, I kept doubting whether to take a warm windbreaker with me, or whether a light summer raincoat would be enough. It was the middle of May on the calendar, and in our city there was already quite a summer heat. And I decided: since it’s so hot here, then in sunny Bulgaria I definitely won’t need a warm windbreaker.

When the plane descended and began to land at the airport Varna, I looked out the window and experienced an obsessive feeling of deja vu. Painfully familiar architectural structures in the form of block and panel houses built in the 70-80s of the last century floated below, mixed in abundance with local Khrushchev houses. If it weren't for the seashore and the blue "drops" of hotel pools, these areas are very difficult to distinguish from similar ones somewhere in Samara. The similarity was complemented by the Zhilugev classics parked in the yards and plowing the roads in abundance.

Sunny Bulgaria met us with cloudy weather and not at all a resort temperature - at Varna airport it was only + 12 degrees. Having quickly run down the gangway to the given bus (which was also clearly from the era of Soviet influence), I regretted the windbreaker left at home. And when we received our luggage, another “surprise” was waiting for us - the lights suddenly went out in the airport building, the escalators and the luggage belt froze, and an unusual silence hung in the building. In the dim emergency lighting, the faces of the tourists seemed not even surprised, but rather frightened. Yes, okay, so the trip began, I thought.

Where to relax in Bulgaria: resorts and hotels

Golden Sands

Our first resort in the program - Golden Sands ("Golden Piastsy" ). It is located 18 km from Varna and is famous for its fine golden quartz sand. While we were driving, I kept my camera at the ready - I always bring a lot of photos from trips, from which it is easy to compile a detailed report on the country. But somehow there were no successful shots - very ordinary residential areas floated past, and these were clearly not shots for the cover of National Geographic.

Half an hour later we arrived at the hotel. Melia Grand Hermitage 5 *, which pleased with the quick check-in and good rooms. But I didn’t really want to undress in the room - the temperature was not much warmer than on the street. So we went for a walk.

In general, Golden Sands is conducive to measured walks. Along the beach, separating it from the territory of the hotels, there is a promenade, where at every step there are tents of souvenir merchants mixed with all kinds of cafes, restaurants, shops. Everything is on fire, music is playing from everywhere, but there were almost no people anywhere - after all, May obviously does not indulge the resorts of Bulgaria with warm weather. So, to be honest, you should not go here until June.

Dinner was not at the hotel. We were taken to Bulgarian evening . Everything is there, as usual - traditional national songs and dances, tables with treats in a large room, stylized as antiquity. In short, a typical tourist spectacle. No one usually claims high art (both in terms of choreography and in terms of cooking) in such establishments. But to rest in Bulgaria and not attend such a national evening would be at least illogical.

Hotels in Golden Sands

The next day was dedicated to visiting hotels in Golden Sands. Most of them looked like a classic Soviet boarding house - buildings of the 70-80s, with the corresponding interiors and rooms. I had a feeling that I returned to my childhood and ended up in the Energetik boarding house on the embankment of my favorite Abkhazian resort of Gagra. And, on the other hand, maybe it is this - nostalgia for the Soviet past - that attracts Russians to the resorts of Bulgaria?

If you are one of the nostalgic people, then you will be quite comfortable in the hotel. SHIPKA 3* or ROYAL 3+*(Quite good rooms, clean everywhere, 200-300 m to the sea). But in the hotels TSAREVETS 2 * or WARSHAVA 2 * everything is already quite modest and clearly gives away the last century. I would recommend them only if you really have never been anywhere else, except for the resorts of Abkhazia or Crimea. Or are you not going to just spend the night.

But there were hotels of a different plan. For example, the same «Admiral» 5*, located in the center of the resort, on the first line, was built in a modern style, and the rooms delight with new furniture and decoration, as well as bathrobes and slippers. From the same series hotels MARINA GRAND BEACH 4*, ATLAS 4* and PARK HOTEL ODESSOS 4*. Of the "treshki" newer and more interesting AKATSIA/GLADIOLA 3-4*(1 line), PERUNIKA 3*(150 m from the sea, next to 2 discos), LYULYAK 3 * (good rooms, food and beautiful territory).

So, if you decide to spend your holidays in Bulgaria, in Golden Sands you can find accommodation for every taste and budget. This is the conclusion we made at the end of the tour of the hotels. And, having caught a taxi, with a clear conscience, we went to see the sights of Varna.

Varna: what to see, where to go

The taxi took us to Varna's Seaside Park, slightly neglected, with the museum of military equipment closed for repairs, and with the attributes unchanged for the park - playgrounds, attractions, a summer stage. And again there was a feeling that we were in one of the Russian seaside resorts. Having passed through the park, we turned onto one of the streets of Varna and soon found ourselves at the picturesque ancient ruins - Roman baths. In antiquity, in the VII BC. e. Greek settlers from Miletus founded a city here on the site of a fishing village. After visiting Rome, where such ruins are everywhere, it is difficult to surprise me with such things, but in general, traces of the ancient era always make any city more attractive in terms of tourism.

After the term, we decided to walk around the city center. It is a pedestrian streets, built up with 2-3-storey mansions of the beginning of the last century. It was noticeable that these objects of antiquity require repair, because the seal of time in the form of peeling plaster, faded and lost its original color of paint on many of them is very noticeable.

All the first floors of the mansions are shops, cafes and souvenir shops. Globalization, of course, has also penetrated Bulgaria: all souvenirs are made in China, and leather goods and clothes are made in Turkey. Nevertheless, we came across local products that have become islands in the international trade sea - cosmetics based on rose oil, famous since Soviet times, as well as clothes made in Bulgaria. Clearly capturing the conjuncture, signs of street vendors and menus in all kinds of food and entertainment establishments almost everywhere on the coast have been translated into Russian in addition to English and German.

However, on the streets of cities and resorts, in addition to Bulgarian, almost exclusively Russian speech is heard. And Bulgarian signboards practically do not need translation - the linguistic Slavic community, reinforced by a single Cyrillic alphabet, affects. So we felt at home in Varna.

In two large multi-storey stores located on the central square with a fountain, international brands and brands are represented - ZARA, MANGO, NEW YORKER, etc. Their prices are noticeably lower than in Russian similar stores.

It was getting dark, our strength was running out, and after catching a taxi, we drove back to our hotel in Golden Sands. But after a hearty dinner at the hotel, strength reappeared from somewhere. It was decided to go to a night club, to get acquainted with the night life of the resort.

The guide recommended to us during the day Arrogance Music factory club .This club is located in the hotel "Astera", in the center of the resort. It is interesting because it has 4 halls with different types of music: the first is with electronic, the second is retro, the third is pop-folk and ethnic music, and in the last hall, equipped with large leather sofas, there is a lounge. Each of the rooms has a bar, and the first three have a large dance floor.

There were few people in the club, which again was explained by the beginning of the season. But the cocktails in the bar are of very high quality, which allowed us to cheerfully dance until 3 am. In order to avoid being late in the morning for the departure of the bus, it was decided to go to bed. Moreover, we had a busy day ahead of us: visiting the Rusalka and Albena resorts, an excursion to Balchik and Cape Kaliakra.

Albena

Started from Albena .

Albena is a beautiful, very green resort, 30 km from Varna. But the entrance to it is paid, that is, it is such a quiet, intimate resort. In my opinion, Albena is even too quiet and calm, just some kind of paradise for pensioners. I would recommend it only to deadly tired tourists. However, there is a tourist infrastructure in Albena: restaurants, bars, swimming pools, etc. And you can move around the resort itself on a horse-drawn carriage. You can get to Varna by taxi.

But from Mermaids - another Bulgarian resort, 90 km northeast of Varna - there really is nowhere to go nearby. Which is probably not bad for those parents who send their children to the vacation club "Rusalka" - they can be sure that their children will not go on nightly exploits to the nearest town. But the nature here is of extraordinary beauty. For lovers of silence and solitude, Rusalka is just the thing!

Excursion to Cape Kaliakra

After dinner we were taken to Cape Kaliakra . The place is incredibly beautiful! Already at the entrance to the place of the historical battle of the Russian-Turkish fleet, we witnessed a fantastic picture. The bus driver just braked, making out the entrance to the cape (or nose) of Kaliakra, and through the windows of the bus, on the steep banks, going beyond the horizon, rows of electric "windmills" could be seen shining in the sun. This is how they use the power of the wind, and the winds are constant here, converting it into electricity, without which it is impossible to imagine today's world. The spectacle was so mesmerizing that our entire group clung to the windows of the bus and clicked cameras.

At the entrance to the cape, which, by the way, is the longest on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria, we were met by a monument erected in 2006 to the victorious naval commander Ushakov. The cape itself is a golden-purple rock that cuts into the sea for 2 km. Sometimes it is so narrow that you can see the sea both to your right and to your left. According to a beautiful but sad legend, from one of the local rocks (and the height of the rocks in this place is at least 70 meters), 40 Bulgarian girls, fleeing Turkish slavery and desecration, sang their luxurious hair in one braid and threw themselves into the sea.

The sea here is not just blue, but in places emerald-aquamarine, of extraordinary beauty. This confirms the name “kaliakra”, translated from Bulgarian as beautiful. Drawn by the guide, we went to explore the surroundings. The ruins of a Roman fortress, fortified by the Byzantines who replaced the Romans, followed by the Bulgarians, and then the Turks, are conveniently located on the cape.

Cape Kaliakra: beautiful and sad...

We were struck by a bright yellow Mercedes standing on the edge of a cliff. On the one hand, it contrasted very much with the whole situation, and on the other hand, it emphasized the colors of nature, introducing its bright note into the landscape ...

You can book this tour here: Excursion to Cape Kaliakra. This journey will introduce you to the pearls of the northern Bulgarian Black Sea coast.

Balchik

No matter how sorry it was to leave this memorable and beautiful place, but ahead of us was waiting for Balchik . This is a small resort town immersed in greenery almost no matter what it differs from many others scattered along the coast, and would not attract tourist crowds if it were not for the bottom of the bright sights of Balchik - botanical garden and residence of the Queen of Romania, Mary of Edinburgh (1921).

By order of the queen, Italian designers created a palace park, a chapel, and a summer residence. Shady alleys, streams with millstones, earthenware jugs from Morocco and, in fact, the queen's castle with a minaret - all this pleases the eyes of tourists to this day.

After spending the rest of the day in such a stunningly romantic place, it was already dark when we returned to Golden Sands and decided to go out for dinner somewhere. Walking along the promenade, we found a nice restaurant and celebrated our farewell to Golden Sands with a "modest" dinner. Everything was very tasty, and the portion sizes just shocked us! As surprised by their low cost. So eating tasty and inexpensive in Bulgaria is not a problem at all. And in general, after that day, my opinion of Bulgaria has clearly improved. Rest in Bulgaria is interesting - let's write it down.

Riviera

And the next day we left the hotel and headed towards another famous Bulgarian resort - Sunny Beach. But first we stopped at the southernmost part of Golden Sands, in the area called the Riviera. The Riviera Leisure Club is located in a very beautiful place, surrounded by greenery, right on the beach. The former seat of government, today it is 5 hotels - Riviera Beach 5*, Oasis 5*, Lotus 4*, Imperial 5* and Nympha 3*. All of them are perfect for lovers of a relaxing holiday, who sometimes do not mind getting somewhere outside the hotel. And the nature of this place somehow reminded me of the Kemer region in Turkey, only there are no such high mountains.

First we went to sunny day , which is located 8 km south of Golden Sands. The day was indeed very sunny and (finally!) warm. Maybe that's why this small resort seemed so cozy to us. And by the way, excellent conditions for recreation here are provided by nature itself - a small quiet bay, greenery of park alleys, an excellent beach with a sandy sloping bottom.

And all this is complemented by a good resort infrastructure. On the territory of Sunny Day there is one five-star hotel - PALACE, two "fours" - MIRAGE and MARINA, and one three-star hotel VERONIKA. All of them offer a high level of service, are located on the seashore. Even a three-star hotel has an outdoor pool, a children's playground, a wonderful bar and much more. Add to this two balneological SPA centers offering more than 100 types of modern procedures, and the largest casino in the Balkans with a variety show. Famous discos are also held here: "Dulcinea", "Iceberg", "Golden Apple", and in the summer theater the festival of pop Bulgarian songs "Golden Orpheus" is held annually. The result is a resort ideal for a family holiday in Bulgaria.

Literally next door to Sunny Day there is another great resort place - St. Constantine and Helena . This holiday complex is located 10 km from Varna and is set in a beautiful park. The hotel base of the resort is quite decent - about 20 hotels from 2 to 5 stars. The local hotels have excellent, large and green areas (which again they reminded me of Turkish Kemer), and the same stunning beach with golden sand. The resort has its own mineral springs, and treatment is carried out on their basis. And also some hotels have swimming pools with mineral water. In general, if you are traveling to Bulgaria with young children or are going to spend most of your time on the beach and swimming in the emerald sea, and also plan to improve your health with mineral water, then you will not find a better place.

Considering, again, the proximity to Varna, you can easily get out there for shopping, and just like that (2 leva by bus, 15 lev by taxi). So I also boldly recommend this resort to discerning tourists who love good service and comfort.

Resort Obzor: for families with children

After passing Varna, our bus headed south along the coast. And about an hour later we arrived at the resort village Review , which is located 60 km from Varna. Its population is only 4 thousand inhabitants. But it is immediately clear that as the Obzor resort is actively developing, new hotel complexes and boarding houses are being built, so the number of accommodation options is increasing every day. Modern-looking hotel complexes lined up on the 1st line: OBZOR BEACH RESORT 4* RIU HELIOS BAY 4*, CLUB HOTEL MIRAMAR 4*, SOL LUNA BAY RESORT 4*, PARAIZO 3*. All of them can be recommended for a relaxing holiday with children, because have good infrastructure and work on "all inclusive" (except for the last 2). But due to the inexpensive prices for Obzor hotels, it can be a good option for a budget holiday for any category of tourists, incl. youth or the elderly.

Sunny coast of the Black Sea

Well, at the end of this busy day, we got to our hotel in the resort sunny Beach .

We were sheltered by the hotel MERIDIAN 4*. It is located about 250 m from the sea, so the walk to the beach was postponed until the morning. But we were immediately invited to dinner at the main restaurant, which is located on the top floor of the hotel, and from it we had an excellent view of the entire resort. Dinner was very decent - a good selection of dishes, everything is delicious. And they gave us good rooms, so we immediately liked the hotel.

The same idyll was observed by elderly Germans on the balcony of the hotel opposite. And looking ahead, I’ll say that it was here, in Sunny Beach, that we met many foreign tourists - Germans, British, Poles. Generally, Sunny Beach is a Bulgarian resort of international level I, tourists from all over the world come here with pleasure, including Europeans who are accustomed to a high level of service. A clean beach stretching for 8 kilometers, good quality hotels, a lot of entertainment for every taste, and prices - lower than in Turkey or Cyprus, make Sunny Beach so popular.

And in terms of the number of hotels, it ranks first among other resorts. There are more than 200 of them here. So it took us two whole days to examine them.

From what I liked:

• ROYAL PALACE HELENA SANDS 5*, ROYAL PALACE HELENA PARK 4* — an excellent hotel complex, with a huge territory. But the price, especially in high season, can bite.
• VICTORIA PALACE 5*– a hotel in a palace style, there are both rooms and apartments, not cheap;
• MAJESTIC 4*-good large area, active animation, evening shows, mini-club, in short, the hotel pulls all 5 stars.
• LTI NEPTUNE BEACH 4 * - 1 line, good numbers, the main contingent is Germans;
• CHAIKA BEACH RESORT 4 *, but you can give all 5 stars;
• ALBA4*— the hotel is very good for 4*, it is located at the beginning of the city promenade, which can cause inconvenience with the noise of the crowd from the street, but if you ask for rooms overlooking the courtyard, then there will be no noise;
• FENIX 4*- very affordable 4-ka, 1 line (across the road), the contingent of vacationers are mostly foreigners, so I recommend those Russian tourists who do not like to rest in the company of compatriots;
• IMPERIAL 4 * - far from the center of Sunny Beach, but an excellent beach, a gorgeous view from the window and all-inclusive meals more than compensate for this.

Let's move on to 2-3 star hotels. These are mostly buildings built in the 70s and 80s. Therefore, their prices are very democratic. Although they can be located on the 1st line from the sea, sometimes this does not compensate for the old number of rooms. So let's go:

• Hotel KUBAN 3*- in the very center of nightlife, there is a water park with it. Young people adore him both for the location and for the water park.
• POMORIE 3*- on the 1st line from the sea (across the road), modest but clean rooms;
• SLAVYANSKI 3*- 1st line (via promenade), good rooms and view from them. Hotel for everyone;
• BAYKAL 3 * - 2 line, relatively new hotel (2004), rustic rooms. For any unpretentious tourists;
• ISOLA PARADISE 3 * -5 line from the sea (really far), but good rooms and "all inclusive".
• PLISKA 2*- good 2 stars. Remember a good Soviet sanatorium? This is what he is;
• OREL 2*- already quite nondescript 2 *. I won't send anyone there. But if you only need an option to spend the night, then the "Eagle" may be of interest to you;
• CONTINENTAL 2*– I didn’t even go to look at the rooms, the lobby was enough for me. Built in 1970, a typical "scoop", looks like a camp site of my childhood.

In general, the recommendations are for the Sunny Beach resort - do not look for a hotel closer to the sea, but look for a newer and more comfortable one. Walking to the sea is not a problem. Sunny Beach is a gently sloping town, and while walking to the sea, you do not have to climb or descend from the mountains, which is very important for many tourists, especially for families with children. The sea is with a gentle slope, shallow. Beach - sandy free of charge, but about the sunbeds and umbrellas should be interested specifically in your hotel.

In the evening, Sunny Beach becomes very lively: music is heard from everywhere, numerous shops and shops are open, there are almost no empty seats in bars and restaurants - tourists love to taste Bulgarian cuisine and wines! In the center of Sunny Beach, perpendicular to the sea, there is a pedestrian street, which is a place for walking and meeting. Shops, restaurants, clubs, an amusement park - all this is presented on it, and you will not pass by it for sure.

It was here, walking in the evening and resting after visiting the hotels, that we met two Muscovite guys. They, having heard that we speak Russian, approached us themselves. As it turned out, for the previous 3 days here they almost did not have to hear the Russian language. We got talking. It turned out that they came to Bulgaria to buy real estate and look at 5-6 options every day - villas, town houses, apartments.

— Oh, my head is already spinning from all these options! they complained to us.

Yes, we understand! We inspect 15-20 hotels a day! we answered.

- And why do you need it - you buy hotels, or what? they were surprised.

No, we're selling! We are travel agents, we answered proudly.

On this high note, we began to respect each other and decided to celebrate our acquaintance in a restaurant, of which there were in abundance around. At dinner, the guys told that buying property in Bulgaria is practically a “must have” for their circle of friends.

- All friends already have villas or apartments here, but we still can’t get it! But we won’t leave without a purchase - the prices and conditions are very good here! they assured us.

The conversation about the advantages of Bulgaria as a permanent residence ended after midnight. The guys kindly escorted us to the hotel, trying, however, to persuade us to go with them to see the next Bulgarian villas the next day. But we refused - we had our own rich program. Nessebar and Sozopol were waiting for us.

Nessebar

Nessebar - a small but very picturesque town, located on one of the peninsulas very close to Sunny Beach, from which an ordinary city bus even goes there.

Nessebar is a real pearl of Bulgaria, is under the protection of UNESCO as a world natural and cultural heritage site. Nessebar can rightly be called a city-museum. After the typical architecture of Varna and the quarters of other resorts built up with high-rise hotels, here the eyes of tourists get a real aesthetic pleasure! Book an excursion Photo walk around Nessebar. This should stay in your photo archive!

A walk along Nessebar will not leave anyone indifferent! Wandering through the narrow streets, admiring the old houses against the backdrop of picturesque nature, as well as enjoying the pleasant smell of vines and fruit trees, you will feel peace and lose track of time, as happened with us.

After Nessebar, I was simply filled with warm feelings for Bulgaria! Sitting in a small restaurant on the embankment of Nessebar, drinking cool white wine and looking at the captured photos, we unanimously admitted that there is, there is charm and charm in Bulgaria, whatever one may say!

Sozopol

Sozopol - also from such cozy small towns that immediately fall in love with tourists. This is one of the oldest and therefore most interesting places in Bulgaria.

The old part, located on the peninsula, is very beautiful: amazing wooden houses, mills and architectural monuments are in abundance here. Staying in one of the quiet little hotels here is the dream of any tourist. And in the new part of the resort there are also new modern hotels with all amenities (air conditioners, satellite dishes, etc.), as a rule, the level of three and four stars. They are distinguished by the best prices for accommodation, food and entertainment.

The two parts of the town are united by the presence of many taverns and bars, where you can taste the delights of Bulgarian cuisine and taste world-famous real Bulgarian wines accompanied by traditional bagpipes and national dances. They also call Sozopol city ​​of leisurely happiness . It is this definition, which we read in one of the local guidebooks, that characterizes it most accurately.

And this definition is very accurate for the whole of Bulgaria as a whole.

Summary of Bulgaria

A relaxing holiday on excellent sandy beaches and swimming in the warm clear sea, contemplation of local beauties and attractions, tasting local cuisine and wines - this could be your holiday in Bulgaria! And it will be quite budgetary, in comparison with other European countries.

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We choose the best holiday resort in Bulgaria: from Rusalka to Varna for vacation, treatment and wonderful pastime.
Holidays on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria are familiar to Russians from the Soviet past. The friendly country of roses has been attracting our compatriots for decades with its comfortable climate, gorgeous beaches and affordable prices. If you are looking for a quality summer holiday destination with a short flight, good hotels, Russian-speaking staff, and do not want to spend a lot of money on vacation, Bulgaria will be an ideal option. We will tell you which resorts on the Northern coast of Bulgaria are best suited for families with children, where you can relax for no more than 15,000 rubles per person, and where even the most demanding tourists will receive service and comfort like for Arab sheikhs.

When to go. The best time to visit the northern coast of Bulgaria

Bathing season begins in the middle of June. By this time, the water warms up to 23-24 degrees, and the air temperature fluctuates around 27-28 degrees Celsius. Those who are planning to visit the beaches in northern Bulgaria in May - early June may be disappointed by cool water and cloudy skies. But it is this time that is best suited not so much for swimming as for walking along the coast and sightseeing in the region; there are still very few tourists in the resorts, and sunbathing is already very comfortable. In addition, the time from May to June is ideal for balneotherapy and beauty treatments at spa resorts. Peak season is July-August. But a distinctive feature of the northern coast of Bulgaria is that even during the season of "European holidays" in most resorts, such as Rusalka, Topola and even Albena, there are much fewer people than on the beaches of their southern counterparts, and prices are still much lower.
The swimming season ends in mid-September, giving way to velvety Bulgarian autumn. The beaches are empty again. Since Bulgaria is most often regarded as a favorite place for children's holidays, with the start of school, the main contingent leaves the coast. But if you have the opportunity to visit the resorts of Bulgaria from September to the first decade of October, you will be rewarded with surprisingly comfortable weather (there are times when the sea and air temperatures fluctuate at about the same mark of 23-24 degrees Celsius), delicious gastronomy from dishes, created on the basis of fruits and vegetables of a new crop, and a refreshing sea breeze.

How to get to the northern coast of Bulgaria

To relax in the resorts of the northern coast of Bulgaria, you need to fly to Varna Airport, from which even the transfer to the northernmost beaches of the country will take a maximum of an hour and a half. Flights (charters and regular) from Russia to Varna are carried out daily. Moreover, if we talk about flights from Moscow, then you can even choose the most convenient airport for departure, since flights are carried out both from Vnukovo, and from Sheremetyevo, and Domodedovo.

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Features of choosing a resort on the northern coast of Bulgaria

Rest on the Northern coast of Bulgaria is good because there are much fewer people on the local beaches than on their southern counterparts. The beaches here are much wider, and the entrance to the sea is more convenient. All beaches are sandy, their width varies from 20 to 150 meters.
As for prices, rest, for example, in the Albena resort will be more expensive than in Golden Sands. A week in Topola will cost as much as a month in Balchik. But who counts when it comes to safety and comfort for you and your kids?

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Mermaid

Club complex Rusalka is located on the territory of the picturesque Kavarna region. This is the northernmost resort in Bulgaria near the border with Romania. To get to it, you should fly to Varna, located 80 kilometers from the resort (transfer from the airport takes about an hour). Just 20 kilometers away is the administrative center - the city of Kavarna, which can be reached at any time if you suddenly get bored with the views of the exotic Birds' Bay. You should not come here if you like noisy parties throughout your vacation. In the Rusalka club complex, it is customary to enjoy a quiet, measured rest, listen to the sound of the sea, merging into a single symphony with the rustle of the crowns of centuries-old oaks, sunbathe on secluded beaches and walk along the rocky coastline, view numerous architectural monuments that are thousands of years old, or taste the delights of ecotourism.
Club complex Rusalka occupies the area of ​​the former nature reserve known for rare species of plants, birds and untouched nature. Most of the holidaymakers at the resort are ornithological tourists from the Czech Republic and Romania, who, if you are interested, will be happy to share their extensive knowledge about the world of birds. And you can always take advantage of the unique opportunity to observe the world of birds and the inhabitants of coastal waters, for example, dolphins - frequent guests of the Birds' Bay.
There are mineral springs on the territory of the resort complex, so relaxation on the beach can be combined with wellness programs, enhancing the effect of physical activity from various water sports. Another feature of the resort: mineral springs, beating on the territory of the Rusalka complex.
For whom: The resort complex Rusalka is ideal for contemplatives and for those who prefer to relax in Bulgaria with their families, each time discovering new treasures of a hospitable country.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN RUSALKA RESORT
One of the best options for living in the Rusalka resort will be the complex of villas of the same name Russalka Holiday Village, consisting of small houses on a hill, like swallows' nests, inscribed in the landscape of the resort. All villas Russalka Holiday Village located on the beach, has its own beach with good infrastructure. Sun loungers and umbrellas for hotel guests are provided free of charge, both on the beach and by the pool.

Kavarna

A charming resort town with a rich past and a great future. In Kavarna, travelers expect spacious sandy beaches, much wider than those of its neighbor, the Rusalka resort complex, and a more democratic and budget holiday than in the Topola resort. This is a very soulful place where you should come to take a break from everyday hustle and bustle, walk along the beach, sit in a local restaurant, and in the evening come off in full at the local disco. At the same time, Kavarna is almost always not as noisy and crowded as in popular resorts such as Golden Sands. The only exception is the rock festival "July Morning", which takes place in Kavarna in late June - early July.
Convenient location (it will take a maximum of an hour by bus to get from the airport in Varna, and if you rent a car, you can easily cut the travel time in half), numerous attractions, such as Cape Kaliakria, picturesque landscapes, national flavor and developed infrastructure made Kavarna one of the favorite places for summer holidays among tourists from all over the world.
For whom: for families with children of preschool and school age, for young people and the elderly. You will enjoy your holiday in Kavarna if you are fond of event and gastronomic tourism. In addition to the rock festival, Kavarna hosts the Dance Festival in summer, and the fish and mussel festival in September.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS IN KAVARNA
The best option for a holiday in Kavarna would be to book a room in one of the mini-hotels of the resort town. The atmosphere in them is so homely and cozy that after staying in them you will get the impression that you have visited your grandmother in the village. Very good for a long stay charming Villa Allegra Apartment with elegant interiors, swimming pools and a prime location.

KAVARNA HOTELS ON THE MAP

Topola

In the Dobruzhdansky region, in the vicinity of the village of Topola, located near Kavarna and just 6 kilometers from the garden city of Balchik, there are some of the most expensive respectable resort complexes in Bulgaria with luxurious villas, magnificent hotels and three luxurious golf courses. Two of them: Thacian Cliffs and Black Sea Rama were built according to the project of the greatest player in the history of golf, Harry Player, the project of the third course owned by the golf hotel Lighthouse Golf Course was developed with the participation of golf legend Ian Woosnam.
Topola is considered the most beautiful eco-region on the northern coast of Bulgaria. A significant distance from Varna (55-60 kilometers) played into the hands of the area, it was not subjected to massive buildings, and here, like nowhere else, you can feel an incomparable feeling of spaciousness and freedom.
For whom: Topola offers a worthy vacation for fans of sports, especially golf. And Kaliakria is perfect for a long vacation with children, a kind of vacation in a luxury cottage.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS TOPOLA
Currently, these places are being built mainly luxury & VIP class apartment complexes next to the golf courses. These closed-type complexes include Topola Skies and Kaliakria Resort, golf clubs Thacian Cliffs, Lighthouse Golf Course and Black Sea Rama.
Apartment complex Kaliakria Resort is located on the south side of the plateau above the sea in the very center of the Bulgarian golf riviera with amazing sea views. It surprisingly combines original landscape design and aesthetics of local architecture with a bewitching panorama of the bay from the city of Balchik to the city of Kavarna. Designed by Spanish architects Kloster & Notenson, the complex harmoniously combines Mediterranean architecture with elegant elements of traditional local style. Wooden sheds, wrought-iron railings, pastel-coloured buildings with stone paths laid between them, a charming garden with more than 60 species of plants, a uniquely designed swimming pool - all this, in tune with the original Bulgarian style, creates a feeling of freedom and space. You can enjoy the picturesque landscape of emerald golf courses and the enchanting blue of the sea from the comfort of your own living room.
luxury residence Black Sea Rama attracts golf fans from all over the world. Arab sheikhs and golfers from Australia, South Africa and Western Europe love to spend time there. In addition to a magnificent 18-hole golf course, Black Sea Rama is famous for its ability to organize wedding ceremonies, which are held in an old amphitheater with stunning sea views. For guests in the residence there are SPA and fitness centers. The resort is located on a hill, but those who wish to spend time on the beach, on a comfortable transfer in a matter of minutes, get to a luxurious Bendida beach located near the complex Thacian Cliffs.

Balchik

The garden city, one of the brightest wonders of Bulgaria - Balchik - a picturesque town with white houses, tiled roofs, immersed in the fragrance of roses. The coastal strip of the resort is one of the most valuable mineralogical zones. Here is an excellent combination of sea climate and mineral, firth baths.
You need to go to the Balchik resort for pleasure, not so much physical as visual and gastronomic. Spend your days strolling through the luxurious gardens of the palace of the Romanian Queen Maria, tasting the wines of local winemakers, visiting local pottery workshops and wandering along the shady alleys of ancient monasteries. Time in Balchik flows slowly, allowing the guests of the resort to fully enjoy all the delights of royal rest.
For whom: Balchik is a great place for a honeymoon or for middle-aged and older couples who do not need to combine relaxation with constant babysitting. In general, the resort is not suitable for families with children. There is practically no infrastructure designed for entertainment for children.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS IN BALCHIK
The resort has many hotels that replicate the Mediterranean charm of the south of France. One of these hotels Mistral with a wonderful view of the sea, located on the first coastline near the marina with yachts. Very cozy and hospitable hotel surrounded by greenery. Mistral offers its guests everything they need for a comfortable stay in a charming setting.
If you want to live in close proximity to the Royal Palace and the Botanical Garden, choose hotels Redjina Maria SPA, Ahilea and one of the most inexpensive options for a holiday in Balchik family iceberg apartment type, with kitchenettes and a swimming pool. To be closer to the beach you need to book hotel rooms Elite Spa And Wellness and Helios.

Albena

The history of the Albena resort dates back to February 1969, when the first youth health resort in Bulgaria was opened on the Black Sea coast, 40 kilometers from Varna. Initially, the resort was supposed to be made as a democratic continuation of Balchik, even its name "Balchik - South" testified to this. But later it was decided to make it a separate recreation area, naming it in honor of the heroine of the story of the same name by the Bulgarian writer Yordan Yovkov, as a symbol of purity and purity.
Albena resort is one of the three most popular holiday destinations in Bulgaria. Tourists are attracted by excellent natural conditions, near Albena there is one of the most beautiful nature reserves "Blatata", with a liana forest unique for this area. And, of course, the beach strip, stretching for 7 kilometers and competing with the Brazilian Copacabana. The width of the beach is 150 meters, the coast is gently sloping with silky white sand, the sea is shallow and very clean. The beaches of Albena annually receive the international Blue Flag award.
The main feature of Albena is that all 42 hotels and 4 campsites located on its territory are under the same management. The resort administration carefully monitors the quality of services in hotels and infrastructure. Much attention is paid to the safety of vacationers, you can get into the territory only with a "resort" bracelet, there is its own police and ambulance. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort for your convenience.
Every year, new restaurants and cafes open in Albena, hotels are renovated, and the number of entertainment for children and adults is growing. From July 1, 2014 the first water park opens "Aquamania". The first visitors to the water park will be hotel guests PrimaSol Ralitsa Club (Ralitsa Superior, Ralitsa Aqua Club and Vita Park), and all attractions for them are provided free of charge. At the hotel Dobrugja and Ralitsa Superior operates a medical center. Modern SPA complex is in the hotel Flamingo Grand. All hotels except Flamingo Grand work according to the "all inclusive" system.
The famous discotheque "Tsar" is located in the resort, it is located at the end of the resort area, so there are no dissatisfied with the noise in Albena. For lovers of "hot" in the resort there are even erotic bars. And those who prefer to admire the scenery will always find a free seat in one of the many beach cafes with a magnificent view of the sea. For children and adults from 11.00 to 22.00 there are various animation programs, as well as colorful evenings dedicated to the national culture of Greece and Bulgaria, with dancing, wine tasting and gastronomy.
The territory of the resort is very large, therefore, for the convenience of vacationers, mini-trains run constantly between the hotels, the resort center and the beach, a transport network has been developed between the city of Varna and nearby settlements.
For whom: Without too much modesty, the Albena resort is a resort for all categories of tourists. A lot of entertainment, playgrounds, a large green area and a calm sea make the resort an ideal place for children's recreation. Those who prefer the silence and the high level of hotels, who want to combine beach holidays and treatment, will also find their paradise in Albena. Ideal conditions have been created for youth recreation and sports fans at the resort: clubs and discos, an equestrian sports school and a chess club run by Anatoly Karpov, all kinds of water sports.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS IN ALBENA
A true gem of a resort hotel Flamingo Grand & Spa. This is the only 5* hotel in Albena that does not provide all inclusive meals. The hotel has comfortable studios and apartments with a kitchenette, has its own spa-center, restaurants and bars.
For those who want to devote most of their vacation to wellness treatments, a hotel is the best choice. Dobrugja, in which the medical center is located Medica: balneo-climatic center, polyclinic and ambulance, hemodialysis center, mini-invasive surgery. The Vital program, created by nutritionists for everyone who wants not only to control their weight, but also to achieve the internal balance of the body, is especially popular in the center. Couples who know how to count money, but at the same time want to relax in a calm and comfortable environment, prefer a hotel Kaliakra Superior: super beach, super vacation, super food. The hotel is located on the first line, 5 minutes from the beach.
Decent hotels on the second line, that is, located across a small road, along which a local bus and a mini-engine run, PrimaSol Ralitsa Superior , PrimaSol Ralitsa Superior Aqua Club , PrimaSol Ralitsa Superior Garden Park. Of these hotels, the beach is 800 - 900 meters away. They are calmer, much better service than some hotels on the first line and a higher level of relaxation.
For a budget holiday, without any special requests for the quality of accommodation (it is everywhere at a decent level and corresponds to the declared stars) Orchidea– a hotel complex of two three-story buildings 500 meters from the beach, as well as Magnolia Plus, Vita Park and Villas Vita Park .
For families with children, it is better to choose a hotel Com in the upper part of the resort, 900 meters from the beach, with a huge swimming pool, kids club and a very green area, hotel Elitsa, Nona and Borjana- on the first line (but if you have a small child, a clear sleep schedule is required, it is better to choose rooms not with a sea view, but facing the park, so you can combine a variety of children's entertainment and animation and a restful sleep according to your daily routine).

ALL ALBENA HOTELS ON THE MAP

Kranevo

A small resort village with a national flavor, where you can have a decent rest without spending a lot of money. The resort is located in a picturesque area with a good beach with golden fine sand. The entrance to the sea is gentle and even.
The life of vacationers in Kranevo is organically combined with the daily life of the local population, hospitable and friendly. During the day, vacationers are waiting for numerous cafes with national Bulgarian cuisine, you can stroll through the local market and buy fresh vegetables and fruits grown in local gardens. And in the evenings, resort guests are invited to discos and restaurants, each of which offers its own entertainment program.
The undoubted plus of Kranevo is that while relaxing in a very economical resort, you can always walk or drive to more “expensive” places, for example, just half an hour of a leisurely walk along the beach - and you are already swimming in the Albena resort. True, in this case, you should not attract special attention to yourself, taking sunbeds or dipping into one of the pools at the hotel with screams, you will simply be asked to leave the territory.
For whom: groups of children and young people, couples traditionally have a rest in Kranevo.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS IN KRANEVO
There are no 5* hotels in Kranevo. The most common option for recreation is 3-2 * hotels, small family pensions and villas.

ALL HOTELS IN KRANEVO ON THE MAP

Golden Sands

Pearl of the Bulgarian Riviera. This is the largest, noisiest and most developed resort on the northern coast of Bulgaria in terms of hotels and infrastructure. Both locals and tourists from other resorts come to hang out on Golden Sands, who decided to change the intoxicating silence for the noise of bars and discos. The developed infrastructure of the resort is both its advantage and its disadvantage. On the one hand, you can make magnificent walks along the shady paths of the national park, swim in the emerald waters of the sea and sunbathe on the sparkling golden beach, but on the other hand, the resort is always crowded, anyone can get to the beach, and the territory is not guarded.
But if you know how to turn even a minus into a plus, then this resort is for you. It will be especially good for those who do not plan to spend a lot of money on vacation, but want to have a good time. There is a water park next to the resort. Aquapolis where adults and children have fun from the heart. Many resort hotels have Spa & Wellness– centers with a wide range of services and procedures. Therefore, an active, beach holiday can be perfectly combined with wellness treatments.
If you want more budget, then next to the resort of Golden Sands is the "resort region" of the same name - the continuation of Golden Sands - hotels are more budgetary, due to the distance from the main resorts. This is the area between the resort complex Sunny Day and the resort complex Golden Sands, originally built up with country houses, departmental recreation centers (the international house of journalists, recreation centers of large industrial enterprises and holdings). Later, small private boarding houses and modern hotel complexes (new or already based on existing ones) appeared in the resort. The Golden Sands region occupies the territory along the sandy beach, which is quite wide (from 70 to 100 meters). The distance from the coast reaches 600 meters with a height difference of up to 30 meters. Mostly deciduous trees grow here, there are mineral springs, tennis courts, small supermarkets and fruit stalls. There are discos and nightclubs.
For whom: rest on Golden Sands is best suited for young people and a budget short vacation with children.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST HOTELS IN GOLDEN SANDS
The central hotel of the resort is the hotel Admiral 5* located just 10 meters from the beach. This is one of the expensive hotels in the resort, where people with high demands for relaxation prefer to stay. The hotel has a beauty salon and a good spa-center. Pets allowed. But, starting from 12 noon until late in the evening, the hotel and its surrounding areas are very noisy. To somehow avoid the din throughout the day, choose rooms with a view of the park.
In principle, all hotels on the first line, located to the north of the hotel, can be called "noisy" Admiral. For a more relaxing holiday on Golden Sands, you need to choose hotels at its southern tip.
For example, Astera- a very decent hotel for the price-quality, with its own balneological center. There is a kids club. Its undoubted plus: its close location to the Riviera resort and you can periodically go to its less "populated" beaches. Close to the Riviera resort and you can go swimming on their beach. Near the hotel Astera, with the same infrastructure, but on the second beach line, there is a hotel Atlas- a great option for those who want to get high service at a low cost. A very popular hotel with families coming on vacation with children - Pliska, located 300 meters from the sea, with good infrastructure for children and a low price for accommodation.

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Riviera Club

Another prestigious resort, which is perfect for both short vacations and long-term vacations, is located just 17 kilometers from Varna. Until recently, the Riviera, a former government residence, closed to "strangers", was used exclusively by the Bulgarian elite. Wide beaches with fine sand and the beauty of a small bay, on the coast of which high-level hotels are built, in the old days were available only to diplomats and politicians who visited the resort for negotiations. On the Riviera one could meet the Federal Chancellor of Germany, the President of Mexico and the Prime Minister of India. Now the resort is open to everyone who wants to have a decent rest on the well-protected Black Sea coast, closed to prying eyes, in the natural park area with rare plants, birds and centuries-old trees.
There are excellent conditions for balneo-treatment here. At your service are modern SPA and wellness centers with a wide range of health and beauty programs and procedures, mineral water pools, fitness programs. There is a water park in which sun loungers and umbrellas for guests of hotels located in the resort are provided free of charge. In addition, the proximity of the Golden Sands with their unceasing resort fun makes it possible to fully appreciate the beauty of the respectable Riviera.
For whom: Riviera Club is an oasis for all those who are looking for coziness, tranquility and comfort. An ideal place for a family vacation for people with the most demanding taste and a solid income.

WHERE TO LIVE. BEST RIVIERA CLUB HOTELS
The resort is considered to be perhaps the most prestigious beach holiday destination in the whole of Bulgaria, so there are no budget hotels to be found here. In total, there are 5 hotels on the territory of the closed club that can accommodate no more than 1000 people at the peak of the season (but even with a full load, the resort does not feel like a crowd and there are always free sun loungers, places in restaurants and bars).
The best hotel in the resort is considered Imperial, about which the Bulgarians themselves say that this is a 6-star hotel. Very good area. Healing water from mineral springs is served directly on the isolated beach of the hotel. There are five restaurants, one of them specializes only in fish cuisine. High level of service. In addition to offering 1 or 2-bedroom apartments with sea views, if you like to sit on the terrace in the evenings and watch the sunset, then it is better to choose rooms on the second floor.

sunny day

Ecologically clean resort, located 15 minutes drive from Varna, between the resorts of Golden Sands and St. Constantine and Elena. For many years, the resort has been known for its warm springs with mineral water, the use of which for therapeutic and prophylactic purposes has a beneficial effect on the cardiovascular and nervous systems, and is also suitable for the recovery of patients with problems of the musculoskeletal system.
The resort lives up to its name, it really is the longest sunny day throughout the swimming season. The beaches are well-equipped and are annually awarded the Blue Flag international environmental cleanliness mark. The length of the beach strip, completely covered with fine golden sand, is more than a kilometer, and the width varies from 20 to 80 meters. Along the entire coast, the entrance to the sea is gentle and even, which is very convenient for swimming with small children.
Another pride of the Sunny Day is the green well-groomed territory of the natural park, which saves from the summer heat and, in combination with the sea air, creates a special microclimate in the resort, giving a charge of vivacity and health.
For whom: Sunny Day resort is ideal for families with small children; for those who want to combine beach holidays and treatment. A sunny day is not suitable for youth recreation, for those who want noisy parties and discos, it is better to choose Golden Sands.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS IN THE RESORT SUNNY DAY
There are only four hotels in the Sunny Day resort, and all of them, regardless of star rating, are located on the first coastline. The territory of the resort is “closed”, you can get to it only if you have a special “resort” bracelet or a special pass for the attendants, which provides vacationers with complete safety and a guarantee that there will always be a free sun lounger and umbrella on the beach or by the pool.
For a budget holiday with children, it is best to choose a hotel Veronica , working on the system "all inclusive". The hotel has a children's playground and outdoor pools with mineral water, both for adults and children. Hotel Palace suitable for a relaxing family holiday. The hotel has a spa-center, providing more than 100 types of medical services: with mineral baths, procedures with sea, mineral water and herbs, as well as massages.

Resort of St. Constantine and Helena

For more than a century, "Slavic Nice" has been treating the body and soul of travelers from all over the world. Back in 1878, merchants from Varna came to the monastery of Saints Constantine and Helena in order to at least temporarily find peace and respite from worldly bustle, and after one to correct their exhausted body.
The official date of foundation of the resort is 1908. At this time under the hotel Prague(now called Estreya Palace) the right wing of the monastery is being rebuilt and receives its first guests from the Czech Republic. After 40 years, the resort is renamed Druzhba, under this name the heavenly place of St. Constantine and Helena was known until 1992. After the resort, its original name was returned in honor of the patrons of the nestinars - Orthodox Christians, who have preserved and brought to our days the pagan tradition of purification by fire.
The resort of St. Constantine and Helena is the closest to Varna, it will not be difficult to get to it. Proximity to the seaside town, mineral springs, a large green area and a constantly updated hotel base have made the resort one of the favorite places for both local residents and tourists from Russia and other countries. The resort has a very nice wide sandy beach, which is always kept in perfect cleanliness. The entrance to the sea is shallow and gentle, relief seashore, small quiet bays, peace and tranquility. The resort has swimming pools with sea and mineral water, as well as a water slide. On the basis of a local hydrogen sulfide source, there is a balneological treatment center with modern equipment (anti-stress programs, physiotherapy, treatment with high and low frequency currents). The resort has excellent infrastructure, there are shops, souvenir shops and a functioning chapel.
For whom: holidays in one of the oldest resorts in Bulgaria are recommended for families with small children and the elderly. For those who are looking for noisy entertainment, bars and discos on vacation, it is better to choose other resorts not on the northern coast of Bulgaria. Ships come for a break from noisy cities. But we warn you: rest in the resort of St. Constantine and Helena cannot be classified as budget, all hotels and the services provided in them fully correspond to their price and quality.

WHERE TO LIVE. THE BEST HOTELS OF ST. KONSTANTIN AND ELENA RESORT
One of the most famous hotels in Bulgaria is located in the resort of St. Constantine and Helena. The hotel is located in a park area, the distance to its own sandy beach is about 200 meters. Guests enjoy a high level of comfort and service. Equipped places on the beach and by the pool are provided free of charge, as well as wi-fi and a place in a private guarded parking lot, and a car parking space does not need to be booked in advance, upon arrival at the reception you just get a parking space number and use it for the entire stay. The hotel is more suitable for tourists with claims for a luxurious holiday.
For families with children in the resort of St. Constantine and Helena, it is better to book hotel rooms Azalia Hotel & Spa , Dolphin Marina Hotel and Koral. Azalia Hotel & Spa located on the beach, in a cozy and quiet place. Very beautiful area, equipped with golf and tennis courts. For children there are separate pools and very good animation. Another plus Azalia- balneological center with hot mineral springs and pools. For families with small children and the elderly, that is, those who do not want to have fun all day long and jump under the “little ducks” and “aram-zam-zam”, the hotel is perfect Koral, located 450 meters from the sea, in a park area. The hotel has spacious rooms, a cozy lobby bar, two swimming pools: for adults and for children. And if you want to go to the promenade in Varna, then just 100 meters from the entrance to the hotel there is a bus stop, a few minutes on the way and you are already walking along the embankment of the summer capital of Bulgaria.
If you like a quiet and secluded holiday and do not want to live in large hotels, a villa will be an excellent option. white dove. The villa has only 6 rooms, each decorated in a marine style and has a very original layout.

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