Best fish restaurant in Vidin, Bulgaria
Personal review of the best seafood restaurant in Vidin Vidin is a city located in North-Western Bulgaria on the bank of the Danube river. The city is close to the Romanian and Serbian border and is a big transport center for this region. As it’s situated on the Danube river, fishing is popular among locals and fish is offered in almost all restaurants in the city. Vidin restaurants mostly offer alminute dishes and are budget places where you can have a quick bite and beer. Driving from Vidin to Craiova by E79 My favorite place to eat fresh fish in Vidin is Fish and Grill Dunava. This is a small…
Biggest shopping malls in Bulgaria
Bulgaria’s biggest shopping malls, ranked Four out of the five largest shopping centers in the country are located in the capital Sofia, with the fifth being in Varna, also called the sea capital of Bulgaria 1. Paradise Mall, Sofia This mall is a so-called lifestyle mall, located close to an expensive residential area in the city. The mall includes 80 000 sq. m. total retail floor area. Paradise mall features the best cinema in Sofia, two big restaurants (Mr. Pizza and Happy), bowling and recreation area and lots of retail brands. Some of the popular stores include Zara, H&M, New Yorker, Puma, Orange bookstore, Adidas and much more. Top 3…
Sofia has the dirtiest air in Europe
Record high levels of air pollution in the Bulgarian capital Sofia During the last few days, people living in Sofia have endured record high levels of air pollution. The air quality is so bad it can be compared to China or India. Locals grimly joke that at least “they can see what they breathe” Ultimate guide on using the Sofia metro The reasons for the bad air in the Bulgarian capital are very well known: high number of diesel vehicles with removed DPFs lots of homes using solid fuels such as coal no control over industrial pollutants such as factories etc. The city of Sofia is enclosed by mountain Vitosha,…
Ultimate guide on using the Sofia metro
Get to know and use the Sofia metro lines Sofia is the only city in Bulgaria so far with its own subway system, or metro as the locals call it. Since its commission in 1998, the metro system has grown and is now one of the most widely used methods of transportation in the capital. The most important things to know about the Sofia metro before you can use it: There are currently two active separate metro lines M1 and M2 The two lines M1 and M2 intersect in two stations where you can transfer from one to the other The metro ticket costs 1,60 lv The metro tickets are…
Our first hand experience with toll rates in Italy
Guide to Northern Italy’s toll roads What you must know before you drive in Italy: Their highways (Autostrada) are all toll roads and there are multiple toll points per highway Toll fees are irregularly applied – you can drive 50 km and see no toll points and after that pass three consecutive toll points for the last 20 km You get a ticket when you enter the highway and pay on the toll point exit pushing your ticket in the machines There are two types of payment: Telepass lane and cash (biglietto) lane – always go in the cash lane Be prepared: check your toll fee here There are three…
Milan is overrated – visit Bergamo instead
Why you should visit Bergamo instead of Milan – top reasons Bergamo is a city close to Milan, 60 km north-east. It’s mostly famous for its airport which many of the low budget airlines use instead of the Milan Malpensa airport. However, Bergamo is much more than an airport town. With its population of 121 000, Bergamo is a charming Italian city including both old heritage and modern vision. Climbing the infamous Milan cathedral Top reasons to visit Bergamo Most Italian cities look similar, but each one has its own charm. It’s the same with Bergamo. The city is unique in its own way and if you’re stopping there on…
3 easy steps to use Ryanair fare finder for cheap flights
Finding cheap hidden flights with Ryanair As I have written before, I like flying cheap so I am always on the lookout for budget flights. Ryanair is one of the companies I fly with because they often give out cheap tickets to good destinations. How to use Ryanair fare finder in 3 easy steps 1. Navigate to the home page of Ryanair and select Plan – Fare finder from the menu on the top. This will take you to the next page, where you can enter specifics for your search. 2. Select your origin airport / city, your destination and your preferred price. I like to select anywhere, if I…
Getting from Sofia Airport to the central bus station
How to reach the central Sofia bus station from Sofia airport Sofia airport is the biggest international airport in Bulgaria. Located in the capital, the airport has two terminals and serves more and more passengers each year. So, if you’re flying to Bulgaria you will most likely land in Sofia and from there you can take a bus to any other city you want to visit. You can find the schedule of intercity buses from Sofia on the Central bus station’s website. Ways to get to the central station by rental car or taxi by city bus by subway (metro) Rental car / taxi Sofia central bus station is located…
Using Wizz Air trip planner for cheap flights
Using Wizz Air’s trip planner to find hidden cheap flights – step by step guide with pictures The famous low-cost Hungarian company Wizz Air has recently introduced a new feature on their website which allows you to find a cheap flight quick and easy. Previously, to find your desired price range, you had to browse each date with available flights. Now the trip planner feature lets you select your origin, desired date range and price range and gives you the best budget-friendly options. My honest review of my experience with Wizz Air The new trip planner is very easy to use: select outbound city select desired category select date range…
Buses from Sofia Airport
Getting from Sofia Airport to the city center Bus 84 from Terminal 2 to city center Bus 184 from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 and city center Run every 30 minites No buses after midnight Ticket price: 1,60 BGN (0.8 EUR) Popular hotels in Sofia Bus 84 is a city network bus that runs from Terminal 2 of the airport to the city center. Last stop of the bus is behind Sofia University, which is in the heart of the city. The city landmarks (the cathedral Alexander Nevski, national theater etc.) are within walking distance. Finding parking near Sofia Airport Bus 184 will get you from Terminal 1 (the old terminal)…
