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Bulgaria Trip Cost Calculator & Planner

Estimate your Bulgaria travel budget with our practical trip cost calculator. Compare destinations, seasonality, accommodation styles, transport choices, and family travel costs across Bulgaria.
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2026 Bank Holidays in Bulgaria

Planning a trip to Bulgaria in 2026? Use this travel calendar guide with official public holidays, school breaks, and practical tips to avoid peak traffic on roads and at Sofia, Varna, and Burgas airports.

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Sozopol in Winter: A Quiet Seaside Escape with a Touch of Magic

Winter in Sozopol unveils a different, quieter charm—where the old town’s cobbled streets, historic houses, and rugged coastline take on a serene, almost mystical beauty.

Camping in Bulgaria: Rules, Campsites & Campervan Tips

Discovering the Rich Culture of Zlatograd

Parorian Monastery

Ropotamo River Mouth

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FAQ About Bulgaria

FAQs

Locksmith & Broken Keys in Bulgaria?

Stuck key, lost key, or locked out in Bulgaria? This locksmith FAQ explains non-destructive entry, car key programming, typical costs, and trusted contacts in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas.

Navigating Home Renovation in Bulgaria

How to Register a Company in Bulgaria as a Foreigner?

How to Survive Scorching Summer Days in Bulgaria: Your Ultimate FAQ

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Weather

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30.9 ° C
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30.4 °
33 %
2.6kmh
5 %
Thu
32 °
Fri
28 °
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30 °
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32 °
Mon
33 °

Stay Safe in Extreme Heat | The Omega Stream | BG-ALERT in Bulgaria | Forest Fire & Safety | Camping in Bulgaria
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Moments from Bulgarian History

Migration Period and Early Byzantine Control

4th – 6th century AD
The Migration Period and Early Byzantine control marked a turbulent era in Thrace, defined by invasions, cultural shifts, and the rise of Byzantine power.

Bulgaria’s Role and Legacy in World War I

1915 - 1918
Bulgaria's involvement in World War I was marked by ambitious territorial goals, strategic military alliances, and significant consequences that reshaped the nation’s political, economic, and social landscape for years to come.

The Starčevo–Körös–Criș Complex

6200 BC - 5500 BC
Explore the Starčevo Culture (Starčevo–Körös–Criș): early farming villages, pottery styles, Danube networks, and how this horizon connects to Bulgaria’s Early Neolithic.

Unification and Independence

1885 – 1908
Between 1885 and 1908, Bulgaria experienced significant economic and social transformation, driven by modernization efforts, infrastructure development, and the pursuit of national independence.

The Boian Culture

4300 BC - 3500 BC
Explore the Boian culture (c. 4300–3500 BCE): Lower Danube settlements, pottery traditions, and its transition toward Gumelnița and KGK VI in Bulgaria.

Kids

Operation Serdica: A Hidden Sofia Adventure for Teenagers

Destinations
A 3–4 hour Sofia adventure for teenagers: Roman ruins, a hidden rotunda, hot mineral springs, street art and a Cold War time capsule.

Cognitive Space: A Teen Guide to Spotting and Stopping Manipulation

Age 15+
Kids
A practical guide for teenagers explaining how the online information space works, how manipulation and misinformation spread through social media and algorithms, and how young people can recognize warning signs, fact-check content, and make smarter decisions online.

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