Podcast in English
Text size
Bulgarian National Radio © 2024 All Rights Reserved

Bulgaria among most preferred destinations for Russian tourists

Photo: archive

Regular flights between Russia and Bulgaria are being resumed as of 28 June, the Bulgarian Foreign Ministry has announced. The return flights from Moscow to Sofia, Varna and Burgas will be 4 times a week. From Ekaterinburg and Rostov-on-Don to Varna and Burgas, from Samara to Burgas and from Mineralnye Vody to Varna will be once a week.

BNR’s correspondent in Moscow Angel Grigorov reports that at the height of the summer season Bulgaria is one of the most preferred destinations. Internet airline tickets platforms are registering an increased demand for flight tickets to Bulgaria.

The sale of package tours also begins on 28 June, the association of tour operators in Russia says. 



Последвайте ни и в Google News Showcase, за да научите най-важното от деня!
Listen to the daily news from Bulgaria presented in "Bulgaria Today" podcast, available in Spotify.

More from category

Tourist industry says summer season was successful, expects more tourists in winter

The number of tourists will go up by 20-25% during the coming winter season, tour operators believe. However, they say that the people intending to come to Bulgaria’s resorts are waiting to see a more stable weather forecast due to climate change...

published on 10/5/24 1:02 PM

Sofia for beginners – free Saturday sightseeing tour bringing out the spirit of Bulgaria’s capital city

“Sofia for beginners in 55 steps” – this is what the sightseeing tour of the Bulgarian capital, organized by the Visit Sofia municipal enterprise is called. The walking tour, which is free of charge, is 1 hour 45 minutes long, it is suitable for..

published on 10/5/24 7:00 AM

Chairski lakes are nature’s “superhero”

Chairski lakes are a protected area in the Western Rhodopes, known for their naturally formed landslide lakes. They are covered in a thick carpet of peat, surrounded by green meadows and centuries-old spruce forests. The lakes are located 19..

updated on 10/3/24 12:55 PM