Bulgarian Travel Abroad Surges: Turkey, Greece, and Romania Top Destinations
In March, there was a significant uptick in Bulgarians traveling abroad, marking a 19.1% increase from the previous year, amounting to 679.1 thousand trips
Bulgaria: 5% Increase In Tourists Since The Beginning Of The Winter Season
- Tweet
Send to Kindle
Wikimedia Commons
For the first two months of the winter season, the tourism sector in Bulgaria reports a growth of over 5% compared to the same period last year. There is a significant increase in visits from Italy, while tourists from Israel are about 70% fewer. Bulgarian tourists have increased by 8% during the same period. The most popular ski destination is the municipality of Bansko with a total of 86,772 registrations, according to information from the Ministry of Tourism provided in response to an inquiry from the Bulgarian News Agency (BTA).
According to the latest data from the Unified Tourism Information System (UTIS) for the period from December 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024, the total number of tourist registrations in Bulgaria is 937,527. This figure has increased by just over 5% compared to the period from December 1, 2022, to January 31, 2023, according to information provided by the Ministry of Tourism.
The primary markets in the current winter season are the following: Bulgaria leads with 683,477 registrations, Greece (33,281), Romania with (30,619), Turkey (31,955), the Republic of North Macedonia (20,842), the UK (19,008), and Italy with 17,118 registrations.
During the period from December 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024, the number of Bulgarian tourists increased by 8%, tourists from the Republic of North Macedonia increased by over 15%, and British tourists increased by 6%. The highest growth was observed among Italian tourists, with an increase of over 30%. The situation is most challenging in Israel, with registrations of Israeli tourists at 7191, representing a decrease of 69% compared to the same period in the previous winter season.
From December 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024, the total number of tourist registrations in the municipalities with developed ski tourism - Bansko, Samokov, Smolyan, and Chepelare, reaches 187,201. Bansko is the most popular ski destination with 86,772 registrations. In Samokov, the number of registered tourists is 55,518, which is an increase of 16.2% compared to the previous winter season, while in Smolyan and Chepelare, there are 44,911 registrations, showing a growth of 10.2%.
We need your support so Novinite.com can keep delivering news and information about Bulgaria! Thank you!
Related Articles:
Optimistic Outlook: Ministry of Tourism Forecasts Successful Summer Season in Bulgaria
Along the Southern Black Sea coast, preparations are in full swing for a successful and peaceful summer season, as confirmed by Minister of Tourism Evtim Miloshev following discussions with local authorities and control institutions
Winter Tourism: 1.8 Million Visit Bulgaria
Bulgaria has witnessed a bustling winter tourism season, with a total of 1.8 million tourists gracing its picturesque landscapes from December 1 to March 25
President Leads Push for Bulgaria's Bid to Host 2028 Winter Youth Olympic Games
President Rumen Radev, along with experts in winter sports and infrastructure development, has spearheaded discussions on Bulgaria's potential bid to host the 2028 Winter Youth Olympic Games
Sports | April 23, 2024, Tuesday // 12:20
Taxi Drivers in Bulgaria Demand Significant Fare Increase
Amidst growing discontent among taxi operators across Bulgaria, drivers in major cities like Burgas, Varna, and now Plovdiv are demanding a substantial hike in fares to cope with rising operational costs
Society | April 19, 2024, Friday // 15:30
Shocker: Bulgaria Drops from UK Tourists' Cheapest Summer Spots List
In an unexpected turn, Bulgaria and Turkey have been notably absent from the list of the ten cheapest European summer destinations for British tourists
Bulgaria Air Offers Seasonal Flights to Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca and Malaga
It's that time of year when the sun rises earlier, the days are warmer, and the desire for rest and adventure calls more and more often
Direct Low-Cost Flights Connect Istanbul and Sofia
In a significant stride towards enhancing connectivity between Turkey and Bulgaria, the launch of direct flights between Istanbul and Sofia marks a milestone in air travel
Bulgarian Travel Abroad Surges: Turkey, Greece, and Romania Top Destinations
In March, there was a significant uptick in Bulgarians traveling abroad, marking a 19.1% increase from the previous year, amounting to 679.1 thousand trips
Sofia Airport's Terminal 3 Construction Set to Begin in Early 2026
The director of "SOF Connect," the airport's concessionaire, stated to BNR that Sofia Airport anticipates accommodating 7.4 million passengers this year
Optimistic Outlook: Ministry of Tourism Forecasts Successful Summer Season in Bulgaria
Along the Southern Black Sea coast, preparations are in full swing for a successful and peaceful summer season, as confirmed by Minister of Tourism Evtim Miloshev following discussions with local authorities and control institutions
Bulgaria's Summer Struggle: Staffing Crisis Threatens Seaside Hotels
As summer approaches, Bulgaria's seaside tourism industry faces a daunting challenge as hotels may remain shuttered due to a severe shortage of staff
