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Thursday, December 11, 2025

Welcome to Plovdiv

Plovdiv & Around

Central South Bulgaria

Get Ready for the Winter

With Kids

IB Drama + ATL: Telling Stories with Your Whole Self

Discover how ATL skills work in IB Drama: from script work and devising to reflection and ensemble performance. A student-friendly guide to MYP Drama and DP Theatre.

Gourmet

Traditional Bulgarian Kyopolu (Кьопоолу)

Make authentic Bulgarian Kyopolu: roasted eggplant and red peppers mashed with garlic, parsley, and vinegar. Regional variations, serving ideas, and tips.
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Photography & Lens

Modern Vintage-Style Lens Makers

Discover modern vintage-style lens makers blending classic optical charm with digital precision — from Lomography and Thypoch to Voigtländer, Leica, and Cooke.

What You Don’t Know About Doing Business in Bulgaria

Learn what really matters when doing business in Bulgaria. Hidden bureaucracy, cultural norms, banking issues, labor law traps, and how to succeed as a foreign entrepreneur.

Water & Sewerage (ViK) Outages & Leaks

Water off, low pressure, or a street leak in Bulgaria? Learn when to call 112, how to report to your regional ViK, what’s your responsibility, and city contacts for Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas.

In-Home Plumbing Emergencies

Burst pipe, leak, or blocked drain at home in Bulgaria? Follow immediate steps, learn when to call ViK vs a licensed plumber, typical prices, and local contacts in Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, and Burgas.

Can EU/EEA and Swiss citizens live in Bulgaria without a visa?

Yes – citizens of the EU, EEA, and Switzerland can live in Bulgaria without a visa. They enjoy freedom of movement rights, requiring only a valid passport or ID card to enter.

How to Stay Safe in Extreme Heat

Extreme heat can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and even trigger heart attacks or strokes. It can also worsen conditions like heart, kidney, or lung disease.

Do third-country nationals (non-EU citizens) need a visa to live in Bulgaria long-term?

Short stays: Many non-EU nationals (e.g., from the USA, Canada, Australia, etc.) do not need a visa to visit Bulgaria for up to 90 days. Entry/Exit System (EES)
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Cape Akin, Chernomorets

A cinematic aerial of Cape Akin, Chernomorets, a rocky headland, turquoise coves and wave-carved cliffs on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Pomorie from Above: A Jewel Between Sea and Salt

Discover Pomorie, Bulgaria—a picturesque coastal town seen here from above, framed by turquoise waters and historic streets stretching into the Black Sea.

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