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Bulgaria's Black Sea coast is a wonderful assortment of large sweeps of soft golden sand that are gently lapped by azure blue waters. The beauty of Bulgaria's coast has long been a well kept secret but, little by little, word has spread and resorts such as Golden Sands and Sunny Beach are steadily growing in popularity. And it's not difficult to see why. Aside from the glorious beaches, there is plenty to see, do and experience - ensuring you'll never get bored. Bulgaria has everything from water parks to world heritage sites, as well as numerous traditional and international restaurants in which to enjoy long, lazy meals. The main resorts also have an excellent selection of buzzing bars, as well as venues hosting traditional folk dancing and music.

Bulgaria is a beautiful, original choice for a rewarding, sun soaked holiday liberally peppered with culture, history and excitement. 

Famous for: Its cuisine - Because of its geographical location Bulgarian food is a mixture of the best elements of the Slavonic, Greek and Turkish cuisine.

Excellent bargains - Best buys include antiques, leather goods, perfume, ceramics and woodcrafts.

When to go: Bulgaria has a typically Mediterranean climate with long hot summers and mild but much cooler winters. The resorts are busiest and the sun shines the most between May and September. 

Flight time: Approx 3 to 3.5 hours from UK

Airport: Vama, Bourgas

Fly from: Gatwick, Glasgow, Manchester

Flying days: Monday, Tuesday

Language: Bulgarian

Currency: Bulgarian Lev

Time Difference: 2 hours ahead

Average Costs: Typical three course meal without wine £5, bottle of wine £2, glass of beer 60p.

Albena - 45 minutes from Varna airport
	6km sweep of golden sand Good choice of bars Good range of water ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Bansko - 1.5 hours from Sofia airport
	Most modern ski centre in Bulgaria Great for all skiing abilities Traditional apres ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Borovets - 2 hours 30 minutes from Varna airport
	Purpose built ski resort All ski abilities Lively après ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Elenite - 1 hour from Varna airport
	Purpose-built holiday village Bars and eateries Quiet and ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Golden Sands - 45 minutes from Varna airport
	4km of golden beach Plenty of eateries Plenty of water ... View hotels Add to shortlist

Nessebur - 40 minutes from Bourgas airport
	New and old town Cafés, bars and restaurants Beautiful ... View hotels Add to shortlist