Bansko

Bansko Ski Season Official Start Date: 18th December 2021

The Bansko ski season start date is due to be Saturday the 18th December 2021. The lift company, Ulen, said if there is sufficient snow before then, they would open some lifts early. I’m now getting excited to get on those skis. I can’t wait. Have you booked your trip(s)? Click here for all season […]

By |November 19th, 2021|Bansko, бан�ко, Lifts, ski season opening|Comments Off on Bansko Ski Season Official Start Date: 18th December 2021

4 considerations for your first solo travel adventure

Once upon a time it was utterly unheard of; the thought of jetting away on your own was something that would have been laughed out of the room. Now, the opposite is occurring. Even people who could pick and choose friends to go away with are opting to go on their travels alone. It’s part […]

By |April 14th, 2020|Bansko, Skiing & Snowboarding, solo ski travel, travelling alone|Comments Off on 4 considerations for your first solo travel adventure

At Home: The New Bansko Restaurant for Everyone

At Home is the name of the new restaurant that most people used to know as StoneFlower as is now completely renovated and under new management. This is not some sort of minor redecoration but a complete;y new place inside. A stage and a very comfortable vibe is all here. So I took Richard and [...]

By |January 28th, 2020|At Home restaurant, Bansko, Bars and Restaurants, Family entertainment, Tine Turner|Comments Off on At Home: The New Bansko Restaurant for Everyone

Nikola Todorov: the new Executive Chef of Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko

Not only has the Kempinski got a new General Manager, Christian Ruge, it also has a new Executive Chef, Nikola Todorov. Nikola’s childhood dream was to become a chef and he has not stopped pursuing his goal. He graduated from the Professional School of Tourism in his home-town of Varna, majoring in Culinary Arts. He [...]

By |November 21st, 2019|Bansko, Bars and Restaurants, kempinski grand arena, Nikola Todorov, Wine and Beer|Comments Off on Nikola Todorov: the new Executive Chef of Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko

Nikola Todorov: the new Executive Chef of Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko

Not only has the Kempinski got a new General Manager, Christian Ruge, it also has a new Executive Chef, Nikola Todorov. Nikola’s childhood dream was to become a chef and he has not stopped pursuing his goal. He graduated from the Professional School of Tourism in his home-town of Varna, majoring in Culinary Arts. He [...]

By |November 21st, 2019|Bansko, Bars and Restaurants, Nikola Todorov, Wine and Beer|Comments Off on Nikola Todorov: the new Executive Chef of Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko

Ski Lift Pass Prices 2020

Bansko lift pass prices 2019/20 are here. Bansko is still great value, especially since the prices have not increased for several years and that now 70% of the slopes are covered by snow cannon. The early opening ski lift pass deal could be 35 leva per day like last season. Click here for our discounted ski, [...]

By |September 9th, 2019|Bansko, Featured, gondola lift, ski hire, ski lift pass prices 2020, Weather|Comments Off on Ski Lift Pass Prices 2020

Martenitsa: The Baba Marta Tradition on 1st March

It’s Baba Marta day 1st March is a one of the most widely celebrated traditions in a country with a  a huge history and many traditions. One of the most uncommon celebrations is 1st March the day of Baba Marta. The word “Baba” means grandmother in Bulgarian and the “Marta” is connected with the word [...]

By |February 28th, 2019|1st March, Baba Marta, Bansko, Events, Living, martenitsa|Comments Off on Martenitsa: The Baba Marta Tradition on 1st March

FIS World Cup Bansko 2019: 22nd to 24th February 2019: Prices and Info

Bansko is host of the FIS World Cup 2019. This is the eighth time Bansko hosts The World Cup and is back for 2020 and 2021 for certain. This year’s participation is from 22nd to 24th February. If you are here now, you may see the big platform at the Banderishka Poliana. It is suitable for [...]

By |February 16th, 2019|Activities, Bansko, Events, Skiing & Snowboarding, World Cup|Comments Off on FIS World Cup Bansko 2019: 22nd to 24th February 2019: Prices and Info

Bansko International Art Gallery: Bansko

If you are planning on coming to Bansko and are still wondering what to do here, except skiing, snowboarding, skidoo safari, snow shoeing, hiking, MTBing, horse riding, spa, food and wine, then read on… There are many cool activities and things to do in Bansko and to make these more accessible we’ve launched a number of [...]

By |January 29th, 2019|Activities, art, Bansko, Gallery, International Art Bansko|Comments Off on Bansko International Art Gallery: Bansko

World Snow Day in Bansko: Sunday 20th January 2019 (1 leva Ski Pass)

World Snow Day in Bansko comes around every year. And this time it’s held on Sunday 20th January 2019. Bansko ski resort celebrates the World Snow Day by reducing the daily ski pass to just BGN 1 for all children up to 12 years. Whilst I can recommend a trip to Bansko, unfortunately you won’t [...]

By |January 18th, 2019|Bansko, Events, non skiing activities, Skiing & Snowboarding, snow forecast, World Snow Day|Comments Off on World Snow Day in Bansko: Sunday 20th January 2019 (1 leva Ski Pass)