Destinations
Bulgaria
Roman ruins under Sofia's streets, the painted old town of Plovdiv, rose valleys and rugged monasteries — Bulgaria is Europe at a fraction of the price.
Best Time to Visit
May–September for warm weather; the Rose Festival is in early June.
What to Expect
- Language
- Bulgarian (Cyrillic script)
- Currency
- Bulgarian lev (BGN)
- Cards & ATMs
- Cards widely accepted in cities
- Plugs
- Types C/F, 230V
- Getting Around
- Cheap car rental; a motorway vignette is mandatory
- Safety
- Safe; standard city precautions
Stories in Bulgaria
