Tourism zoning of Bulgaria (under the new law on tourism)
In the Law on Tourism of 2013 was introduced the idea and concept of tourism zoning of Bulgaria. This was developed in 2014-15. The purpose of such zoning is I quote: “Bulgaria is advertised not only as a homogenous whole but as a “bouquet” of tourist areas with their own
Scheme of cycling routes in Bulgaria
Since I created website Veloturing BG, I wonder and experiment on different ways of organizing and mapping of the cycling network that can be created in Bulgaria. An extremely difficult task, given that there should be national institutions much experienced and competent in the matter. Some time ago with Pesho
Malak Iskar River. Again, but not really…
In the morning it was still raining. I woke up at 7:30, but until 9.00 still waited at least a bit decrease. Again, I made spaghetti and I’m smart and clever dog, savored them with sugar that constantly carry and collect from cafes as a guide for my tourists. It
Along the river Vit. How not to fall in love with road 305?
I slept a lot. And I slept well. But the first thing I saw when I woke up, had a tick on the wrist. And while the coffee is made, I spinning the tick to pull it out. From what I know about pulling them direction and even rotation are
Along Iskar River. Selfie on the banks of the Danube and go back.
I slept a 27-8 kilometers from the banks of the Danube. When I reached the bridge over the Iskar River near the village Staroseltsi, I regretted that I had not come here to spend the night. Beautiful river, beautiful meadows. Road Knezha – Krushovene is nice. Straight, with little traffic
Along Iskar River. In the Danube plain.
Although all night in the surrounding fields howling jackals I slept well until late. Hooked saddlebags on bike when on the road began to appear people walked to gardens around. I had no water so unwashed and still sleepy headed to Tsarevets. No more than 50-100 meters from where I
Along Iskar River. In Iskar gorge
During a meeting of organizations related to biking tourism and project EuroVelo, I got the idea of cycling along the Iskar River from Sofia to the Danube. I created an event to Facebook, but unlike cycling through Etropole to Pazardzhik, now people were more reserved, and also weather was not
Mountain Rescue Service in Bulgaria now with App
Very useful small app has made for all tourists, skiers and hikers in Bulgaria. With this app you may connect with Mountain Rescue Service in Bulgaria sending SMS message with GPS coordinates and your condition. Or call directly. The mountains here are not very high, but in seasons late autumn,
European hiking trails in Bulgaria
Over the past few days I have been researching European hiking trails in Bulgaria. At present, the EHTs cover five of the high mountains here, but the creation and marking of paths proved to be incomplete. All of them must start from the border where they have completed the stage
Ice and fire mood
What better when everything is cover with snow and ice to go to outdoor hot mineral water pool. This one in Separeva banya have 6 different temperature pools… Good choose for start a new year.
Light and Cult (Exp.1) Pancakes allways make good first impression
A few days ago Margo – friend of mine from Outward Bound Bulgaria, call me and ask for some help with mounting climbing ropes on some rock in East Rhodope. I agree without any details for what to expect. Soon with coming departure date, I learn that will participate in
Starosel and Koprivshtitca – VeloRhodope 2014 day 7
Problem, when choose campsite tired is that you pick first acceptable place. On morning I see that on a hundred meters from my camp is a first of temples in Starosel. With nice parking, chapel and place for tent. I really recommend. But first in the morning I go big