Oct 14 2010
Tips For First-Time Visitors To Bulgaria
Looking for a great place to spend your summer vacation? Head out to the country of Bulgaria. While this may not be one of the usual countries travelers visit in Europe, it is definitely one that you should discover and explore. Located on the southeastern side of Europe, the country of Bulgaria opens to the Black Sea which borders the country on the east. It is now slowly gaining popularity among Europeans and travelers from other parts of the world as one of the best countries to travel in the continent.
Bulgaria is a land known for its rich cultural and historical heritage, pristine beaches, and captivating landscapes. To get the most out of your travel here in Bulgaria, especially if this is your first time to visit the country, here are just some tips that would be useful for you.
As with any country in Europe, all travelers are required to have a valid passport before taking a trip to Bulgaria. Make sure that the validity of your passport extends six months after your arrival to the country of Bulgaria. It would be a good idea to have your passport first renewed before you travel to Bulgaria if your passport is to expire within the same year. If you are visiting the country as a tourist, immigration in Bulgaria would allow tourists from some countries to visit the country without having to acquire a visa for as long as the stay is no longer than 30 days. To make sure if you are eligible for this, you can contact the embassy or consulate of Bulgaria in your country for more details.
During the winter months, the country can be quite chilly and experiences a substantial amount of rainfall. In the summer months, travelers should be prepared for rain and wind. During the first few months of summer in the country, travelers are sure to experience frequent rains often accompanied by blustering winds.
Bulgaria takes pride in its rich cultural and historical heritage. In fact, Bulgaria is home to nine different UNESCO World Heritage Sites, all of which are top tourist destinations in the country. Each of these heritage sites offers travelers a unique glimpse of a particular aspect of the rich culture of the country. One of the most visited UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited in Bulgaria is the Madara Rider located on the Madara Plateau.
It is important to make sure that before you travel to Bulgaria, you bring along a copy of your itinerary which not only show how long you would be staying in Bulgaria but also your accommodations in Bulgaria as well. Immigration officers would require you to submit this to the local police as soon as you arrive in your country to prevent any possibility of overstaying in the country.
Shopping malls, hotels, and other businesses in Bulgaria accept major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa and American Express. If you do not have a credit card, and would need some extra cash during your stay here in Bulgaria, not to worry.
You can use your ATM or debit card in the ATM machines in the major cities of the country which would dispense the amount you need in the local currency. It is important to remember, though, that international ATM cards used are subject to additional fees and a limit in the number of transactions that could be done in a day.
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