Varna

This densely populated district town is possibly the most frequented seaside resort in entire Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. Rich in history it dates back to Grecian era and is dotted with archaeological relics, this town has a flavour all of its own.

Golden Sands

Famous for mineral water springs which are said to have healing properties. A steeply sloping seaside and a comparatively deep sea make this place great for water sport enthusiasts.

Albena

This is a jewel among all the seaside resorts on the Black Sea coast. Golden beaches with glorious sunshine, every kind of water sports, pulsating night life, and ample accommodation together with mouth-watering Bulgarian cuisine and generous doses of famed local wine at unbelievably cheap rates have an addictive quality.

Riviera

It's situated right in the middle of a forest full of very old trees on the coast. This is an ideal place to hold business conferences where work and fun can be had in equal measures.

Roussalka Resort

Nestled in a rocky beach lapped by gentle waves, this place has rightly got its name which means ëmermaidí in Bulgarian. For those interested in ancient archaeology, a visit to the Yaylata caves will be a life time experience.

St. Constantine and Elena

For those in search of calm and quiet this is an ideal place. A stones throw away from Varna, surrounded by woods; it's famous for the chapel inside St. Constantine and Elena monastery.

Sunny Beach

This is a popular destination amongst tourists and has the best amenities available on the entire Black sea coastline. Numerous hotels, taverns and apartments take care of accommodation and their spas rejuvenate the body.

Nessebur

This is a veritable treasure trove of ancient history. If you’d like to experience the march of time from the Grecian era to the present day, wander through the relics and monuments which dot this place.

Primorsko

This town is more known for Georgi Dimitrov International Youth Centre which served as a meeting place for indoctrinated youth during communist era. The Northern beach offers a rougher sea making it popular among surfers while the Southern beach has calmer waters more favoured by families.

Sozopol

This ancient Greek colony has a small fishing harbour with a charm of its own. You can spend the whole day watching small fishing boats enter the harbour with their catch or venture out in search for a bountiful crop that the sea has to offer.

Accommodation

Demand for property along the Black Sea Coast with its two airports of Varna and Borgas is rapidly increasing in line with its popularity as a holiday destination for Europeans.

Rental property is a fast growing area, popular with holiday makers looking for an affordable second home.

Conclusion

The biggest downside of Bulgaria was derelict and insufficient accommodation. As the borders have opened up to tourists, a boom in the construction sector is trying to solve this lacuna once and for all.

Mark Strauss writes regularly on real estate and business topics