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@serago

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Spanish expat in Bulgaria

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Spanish

Lives in Sofia

Speaks English, français, español

Registration: 31 January 2011

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10 years ago
worldlywanderer

Tourism in BG by worldlywanderer

A correspondent on another thread suggested that the low tourist numbers in Bulgaria are a result of inadequate infrastructure. i don't see why he thinks that, surely, the need for infrastructure depends on the type of tourist. If you are the ...

serago

Well, in fact I didn't justify anything but... In fact, if you don't use those resorts or even don't travel there, you don't need to suffer. It doesn't matter if we like it or not, the trend is there, marketing is there. You ... Read More

serago replied to a thread
10 years ago
worldlywanderer

Tourism in BG by worldlywanderer

A correspondent on another thread suggested that the low tourist numbers in Bulgaria are a result of inadequate infrastructure. i don't see why he thinks that, surely, the need for infrastructure depends on the type of tourist. If you are the ...

serago

Hi there, regarding tourism a lot to say. In Bulgaria you may find those all inclusive resorts that you mention, just check the offers for Golden Sands or Sunny Beach. And, some people love it. Breakfast, beach, beer, and, ..., cheap!!! On the ... Read More

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10 years ago
Harry Palmer English

Help.....I'm coming to Varna and I'll need you to show me the ropes !! by Harry Palmer English

Mid may will be my arrival date, Radevo, near to Varna is the destination, 10 years ago, in my previous life, I bought a little run down house and garden in Radevo. Since then a thousand things have happened in my shambolic life, long story, I'll ...

serago

Hello, as per my knowledge. Once you "import" your car, you need to pay an import fee once registering the car in Bulgaria, amount depends on the year and engine. And, of course, registration fees. To drive in Bulgaria you need to buy a so ... Read More

serago replied to a thread
10 years ago
skuter33

Living in Sofia by skuter33

I'm moving to Sofia from 1st of July cause of that I have a lot of questions; my salary will be 1100 euro + provisions, is it well to live in Sofia? and what's typical prices in those city ( food, flat etc.) . AND MOST IMPORTANT SOFIA IS ...

serago

Hello, regarding salary and as mentioned at another post, 2100BGN is enough to live in Sofia, although it will depend on your expending level. Sofia can be really cheap or extremely expensive, so watch out. Flat, you may find a lot of nice place for ... Read More

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10 years ago
lcondeca

Moving to Sofia / cost of living by lcondeca

Hello guys, I'm in a kind of recruitment process, to work in Sofia, and I'm wondering if it really worth it. The job it's in a "multilingual contact center and BPO provider" (gaming related). Someone working on this ...

serago

Hi there, regarding those call center offers I have seen offers for about 2000BGN. I am not sure what you mean by "rent allowance" but I don't think you are going to spend such 800BGN. And, yes, you can live with that amount, but as ... Read More

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11 years ago
Julie

Places to visit in Sofia by Julie

Hi, For the ones living in Sofia, what would you suggest to discover the region? When you have friends or family visiting you, where do you go with them? What are the must-see places in Sofia, the tourist sites? How to visit the region in ...

serago

Take a walk at Vitosha mountain, climb if possible or use the lifts up and enjoy. During winter season, be ready for skiing. This is the open lift, you can also visit the Monastery that is very ... Read More

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11 years ago
kaminoge

Buying a bicycle in Sofia by kaminoge

Any tips on where is a good place to buy a bicycle? Either used or new. I want something decent enough to be comfortable riding around town (and possibly to work which is about 15k) but not anything flashy. So far I've just found one bike shop ...

serago

You are welcome. Regarding cycling, it is true, a lot of bad feelings about it. Enjoy your ride through "Borisova gradina". Regards Read More

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11 years ago
Christine

Buying property in Bulgaria by Christine

Hi, can a foreigner buy property in Bulgaria? If so, is it complicated? What is the process of purchasing a property in Bulgaria? Any tips for buying property, such as a check-list of items to verify ? Thanks in advance for ...

serago

Hi, the two ones reliable that I know, maybe somebody else knows any other one: yavlena.com/ mirela.bg/en/ Both websites with English version so you may search and compare. Cheers. Read More

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11 years ago
kaminoge

Buying a bicycle in Sofia by kaminoge

Any tips on where is a good place to buy a bicycle? Either used or new. I want something decent enough to be comfortable riding around town (and possibly to work which is about 15k) but not anything flashy. So far I've just found one bike shop ...

serago

Hi there kaminoge, some options, you may try at the big malls, as they use to have also bicycles, sport shops like Sport Depot: http://sportdepot.bg/en/cycling/sport-13 also online: http://www.bike.store.bg/ or even rent ... Read More

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11 years ago
ayee

Cost of living in Sofia by ayee

I have a job offer from Sofia and I'm trying to compare salary. Numbeo says that average salary is 800lv, I found data (wikipedia?) saying that average is 550USD =900lv. Why do u say I need 1500lv? In my country the average is about 1100USD and u ...

serago

Hello, don't be that surprised, in fact 900lv working at some places is a dream salary. You may ask at any shop, etc,... and you will discover that 600lv is usual. Another example, at a call center, with a couple of languages and no experience, the ... Read More

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11 years ago
kaminoge

Swimming in Sofia by kaminoge

Hi All, I'm after a good, year round, swimming pool in Sofia. Any recommendations. The bigger the pool the better, I'm only interested in lap swimming so I don't care about extra facilities like spas etc. Thanks for any tips.

serago

Hi there, a friend of mine is swimming at this pool, see link: http://sportnapalata.com/pool.html It is not for recreational bath, as you mention, only lap swimming by the lane. Enjoy. Cheers. Read More

serago replied to a thread
11 years ago
pumkin8

Can I get cheap flights bulgria from france. by pumkin8

Can any one tell me the cheapest way to visit Bulgaria from Paris France.

serago

Hello, Wizz Air has flights to Paris Beauvais. It is a budget company so expect the usual. Be careful with your luggage. Regards. Read More

serago replied to a thread
11 years ago
Pw

Retirement in Bulgaria by Pw

Thinking about retiring somewhere warm with a low cost of living? Bulgaria would be a good place to start, well so it seems according to the press. So what is the big attraction for retirement in Bulgaria? A very low cost of living is a major ...

serago

Hi there, although not the way to get a bargain, most reliable way is through some of the well established agencies. In my opinion, yavlena. com and mirela.bg both good options that will do all the job. Maybe that is why they didn't failed ... Read More

serago replied to a thread
13 years ago
Yud

Shopping in Bulgaria by Yud

Hello dear members, I guess this could be an interesting topic. I invite all members in Bulgaria (both locals & expats) to share their daily/weekly/monthly experience about shopping. You may also include some shopping tips/suggestions! So can you ...

serago

Hello greenergrass, for the cash and carry take a look: http://www.metro.bg/default.aspx?1 Regards. Read More

serago replied to a thread
13 years ago
buster900

Buying in Bulgaria by buster900

Has anyone had the experience of buying a property off E-Bay or other sites in which they have not viewed the property before they bought it?.There are 4 or 5 sellers in the area in which i am going to buy some say they will help in arranging travel ...

serago

Hi all, my 2 stotinki here. I live in Bulgaria. I am permanently working and living in Bulgaria. I have two kids. So after the introduction. Bulgaria is not UK, that is obvious and one of the reasons people is coming here. Not only for the good but ... Read More