About Bulgaria

With superb skiing through pine forests and national parks, stunning scenery and uncrowded slopes, it’s easy to see why Bulgaria is becoming increasingly popular with couples, families and groups alike. Ski schools vary from resort to resort, but in general they offer four hours of instruction per day with fully qualified, English speaking instructors.

Topflight offers a choice of three skiing destinations in Bulgaria - Bansko in the scenic Pirin Mountains, Europe’s sunniest mountain resort at Pamporovo, and the country’s oldest and still most popular resort of Borovets. Please note that as Bulgarian resorts develop, some building work may be expected.

Visitors will be delighted by the country’s competitive pricing, with local shops, bars and restaurants all offering great value for money.

Local Information

Currency

The currency in Bulgaria is the Lev.   approximate conversion is €1 = 1.95 lev. Bank opening times are between 9am and 3pm, Monday to Friday.

Food

Restaurants are usually open from 11am until midnight, although some may stay open longer. There is a large variety of establishments in which to dine, from luxury restaurants serving both national and foreign cuisine to pizzerias and pastry shops. Every taste is catered for.

Drink

The price of one 0.75litre bottle of good, local, dry wine varies between 3 and 5 Euro. Tea and coffee is offered everywhere and the products of Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and Bulgarian soft drinks can be found in every food or specialised shop. Water is usually good to drink but visitors are asked to seek information on the current state of tap water. Bottled mineral water is sold everywhere.

Languages

Bulgarian is the official language. English is widely understood.