Bulgaria’s Supreme Court Declares Sarafov No Longer Acting Prosecutor General

Bulgaria's Supreme Court of Cassation (SCC) issued two rulings on October 2, 2025, which determined that Borislav Sarafov no longer holds the role of Acting Prosecutor General and therefore has no authority to request the reopening of criminal...

Bulgaria Showcases Tourism at Japan’s Leading Travel Exhibition

The Ministry of Tourism of Bulgaria took part in Tourism Expo Japan (TEJ), held from September 25 to 28, 2025, at the Aichi Sky Expo in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. The country was featured at the European Tourism Commission (ETC) stand, joining...

Bulgarian Central Bank Governor: Euro Adoption Is a Gain in Sovereignty, Not a Loss

In an exclusive interview for the Noblesse Oblige magazine of the Bulgarian Industrial Association (BIA) in late September, Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) Governor Dimitar Radev shares his first impressions from attending European Central Bank...

Bulgaria Participates at Tourism Expo Japan 2025 World Exhibition in Aichi

Bulgaria took part in the world exhibition Tourism Expo Japan 2025 from September 25 to 28, in the Japanese city of Aichi, the Bulgarian Embassy in Tokyo announced on its official Facebook page on Thursday. The Bulgarian stand was organized by the...

39 Countries Will Require Fingerprints From U.S. Travelers—Is Your Next Trip On The List?

For years, we at Travel Off Path have been tracking the buzz around the European Union's new high-tech border systems. It's been a confusing journey of delays and speculation, but the first major change is finally here, and it starts next month....

This Gorgeous Beach Town Is One Of Europe’s Cheapest Destinations This Fall

Planning a little escapade across the pond, but the sudden increase in prices, the low availability of rooms, and the sight of crowds are suddenly coming to haunt you again? It may no longer be the peak of summer, but across much of the...

The Rhodope village of Momchilovtsi is showcasing Bulgarian yoghurt in Shanghai

A clay pot and a wooden bucket from the village of Momchilovtsi are part of an exhibition at the Milk Museum, which has just opened in Shanghai, the village's mayor, Siika Surkova, told the Bulgarian news agency BTA. Representatives of the Rhodope...

Discover Prague This Autumn: Convenient Flights from Bulgaria

Autumn in Europe takes flight with comfortable journeys to Prague from Bulgaria. With the new season, travelers can explore the Czech capital and its rich culinary traditions, starting at just €79 for a one-way economy ticket and €169 for...

I’m travelling to the EU after October 12 — what do I need to know about EES?

EU borders are about to look different for British passport holders (Picture: Metro) British passport holders and non-EU nationals are about to become subject to the European Union’s new Entry-Exit System, more commonly known as the EES. The smart...

Poor Conditions for Mountain Hiking on Thursday, Hurricane-force Winds at Botev Peak

The conditions for mountain hiking are poor on Thursday morning, the Mountain Rescue Service with the Bulgarian Red Cross reported. Hurricane-force winds blow on Botev Peak. The weather is cloudy, foggy with snowfall in the higher parts of the...

First Snow Blankets Vitosha and Petrohan as Weather Warnings Issued Across Bulgaria

The first snow of the season has arrived in Bulgaria, covering parts of the mountains overnight. A thin white blanket was recorded on Vitosha, where cameras near the Aleko hut at 1,810 meters above sea level showed fresh snow in the early hours,...

Bulgaria regards Vietnam as leading important partner in region: Diplomat

Hanoi (VNA) – Bulgaria always attaches importance to developing relations with Vietnam, its leading important partner in the region, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikolay Pavlov affirmed during talks with his Vietnamese counterpart Le Thi Thu...

Bulgaria regards Việt Nam as leading important partner in region: Diplomat

SOFIA — Bulgaria always attaches importance to developing relations with Việt Nam, its leading important partner in the region, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikolay Pavlov affirmed during talks with his Vietnamese counterpart Lê Thị Thu Hằng...

Over 1 Million Winter Seats Added on Bulgaria–Tel Aviv Routes

Wizz Air, a major airline in Europe and Bulgaria, is significantly expanding its winter 2025 flight schedule to and from Tel Aviv, offering over 1 million seats across 18 European routes. Direct flights from Bulgaria to Israel’s capital will...

Visa waiver policy accelerates tourism growth

Hanoi (VNA) – The Government’s resolution on visa exemption for citizens of 12 countries has been assessed as a strategic move, giving fresh momentum to Vietnam’s tourism recovery and strengthening the country's position on the global tourism map....

Bulgaria’s inspired run at Men’s World Championship ignites national pride

Bulgaria’s run to the final of the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship has stirred national pride and celebration ahead of the team’s official welcome in Sofia. Thousands of supporters gathered at Alexander Nevsky Square to watch the final as...

UK tourists heading to Europe on holiday face strict new rules from this month

Terminal 2 departure terminal at Manchester Airport.(Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News) UK tourists with plans to travel to Europe this month are being reminded of some major changes coming into effect that will have an impact on their...

Bulgaria’s Volleyball Nationals Return from Philippines to Hero’s Welcome

They are the new favorites of the nation, and Bulgaria loves them! Thousands gathered at Alexander Nevsky Square in Sofia to chant their names during the official welcome of the national volleyball team, which returned from the World Championship...

Off to Europe? From fingerprint scans to fees, these are the new travel rules for Brits you must be wary of... and they start NEXT WEEK

Thousands of families will already be planning to jet off for some winter sun. But the way we travel around Europe will drastically change next week with a shake-up of rules which will track the movement of non-EU citizens. So Britons trying to...

An increasing number of Bulgarians travel abroad, Greece is the most-preferred destination

In August 2025, the number of trips abroad made by Bulgarians totalled 1,078,900, which is a 19.4% increase compared to August 2024, according to data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI). The largest numbers of trips abroad by Bulgarians...