Q: What is the climate like in Bulgaria during the summer?
A: Average temperatures for the summer season are: May 21′C, June 26′C, July 28′C, August 28′C – 30′C, September 25′C, October 20′C.
Q: What is the time difference?
A: Bulgaria is 2 hours ahead of Ireland.
Q: What is the flight time from Dublin to Bourgas Airport in Bulgaria?
A: Approx 3 hours 30 minutes1 flying time.
Q: How far is Sunny Beach from the Airport in Bourgas? Who can we book a taxi with?
A: Max 30 min by car, taxi costs LEV 60 approx €30. You can fill out the form here to book a taxi or you can contact Bob at 00359 8842 89646 or Vania at 00359 8968 69679 or our office 00359 5695 0187 to arrange pick up with no danger of a rip off (Please remember that fuel prices are almost the same in Bulgaria as they are in Ireland).
Q: Though whom can flights to Bulgaria be booked?
A: Currently Aer Lingus have 4 flights per week from Dublin to Bourgas from April to October, Monday, Wednesday Friday, and Sunday, Wizzair also operate a service during the season from Cork and also tour operators Falcon Travel, Sunway Travel, Concorde Travel and Balkan Tours have flight availability from Ireland both North and South.
Q: Are there any alternative flights if the flights to Bourgas Airport are booked out? Who can we book a taxi with?
A: Option 1: Book a flight to Varna, take a taxi to Sunny Beach/Nesebar, 120km, approx 1 hour and 30 min by car, taxi costs LEV 140 or €70. You can fill out the form here to book a taxi or you can contact us for pick up Bob at 00359 8842 89646 or Vania at 00359 8968 69679 or our office 00359 5695 0187 (Please remember that fuel prices are almost the same in Bulgaria as they are in Ireland)
Q: What is the Bulgarian currency?
A: The currency is called LEV and 1 LEV consists of 100 Stotinka. Stotinka’s are the coins, the same denominations 1, 2, 5, 20 and 50 as the Euro coins. €1 = LEV 1.95 and to remember its value if paying something in Bulgarian LEV just divide it by two to convert it into Euro to the nearest. Money is best changed in banks or, if using a Bureau de Change, look for 1.95 LEV to 1 Euro where it says ‘no commission’, ask for a printed receipt of what you will get before giving your money over the counter, you are entitled to it by law. Ensure the amount that you are receiving is correct before parting with your money. Do not fall for the currency dealer on the street; there are none who are legitimate. Beware of the displayed word trick misrepresentation displayed on a lot of Bureau de Change outlets, re currency exchange rates. Consult our representative for the location of Bureau de Change with best exchange rates.
Q: Where exactly is the Sunny Beach resort?
A: 30 minutes from Bourgas Airport by taxi.
Q: What are the living costs in Bulgaria?
A: It is fairly accurate to say that everything one would do on a holiday in Bulgaria will cost you less than half of the price you would pay for the equivalent in Ireland.
Q: How safe is it to use credit cards as a method of payment in Bulgaria?
A: It is safe, please take the standard precautions that you would take when using them anywhere in the world and most credit cards are accepted in bigger stores, hotels etc. but cash is by far the best and the most popular way of paying for your purchases in Bulgaria.
Q: Are there any medical requirements e.g. shots for certain diseases, to be taken before going to Bulgaria?
A: None.
Q: What is the population of Bulgaria?
A: 7.7 million.
Q: Are there major language problems?
A: No, most Bulgarians particularly those under 30 and in the resort areas all have a good knowledge of English.
Q: Is crime a problem?
A: Usual care of oneself and ones belongings should be taken. We have experienced no thefts or malicious damage to our properties.
Q: Are there Irish theme pubs in the resort?
A: Yes, of course, several of them.
Q: What are the Bulgarian people like?
A: The ordinary Bulgarian male and female we have found to be very friendly and helpful, they are proud people, who may not be that well off but take a pride in their appearance and their manner. In business we would advise caution and the use of a solicitor of repute before engaging in any dealings directly with Bulgarian business people.
Q: What are the main religions?
A: The Orthodox Church is the predominant religion at approx 81% of the population, after this the Catholic Church would number 8% – 10% of the population, with the remainder made up of small minority religions such as Muslims, Protestants and Jews.
Q: What is the VAT rate in Bulgaria?
A: 20%
Q: What is the Capital Gains Tax in Bulgaria?
A: If sold within 5 years of purchase 15% of the profit margin. No Capital Gains Tax is charged in Bulgaria if owned and disposed of after 5 years.
Q: Is there a double taxation agreement in place between Bulgaria and Ireland?
A: Yes, there is and this can be viewed on www.revenue.ie
Q: Are there mosquitoes?
A: Yes as in all sun resorts, usual creams and sprays should be used by those susceptible.
NOTE: In the compilation of all the information contained herein every effort has been made to ensure full accuracy in all details, both in figures and in words. If there are any mistakes contained within this information, they are caused solely by human error and should be brought to our attention for correction.
