The ski center is equipped with snow cannons which allows the center to have a remarkably long skiing season.
While the season starts mid-December and continues until May, the best time to visit is between late-January to April with fresh snow almost every day.
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British, Australian, New Zealand, US and Canadian passport holders do not need a visa for stays up to 90 days.
Please remember that countries to be visited may change entry requirements at any time, without prior notice.
The oldest country in Europe, Bulgaria was longtime dominated by Communism.
You can still easily see the effects of this political system in everyday living & architecture and introverted lifestyle of Bulgarians.
While you visit the country, let the modern history intellectually nourish you.
Food plays an important role in Bulgarian culture as to them, dinner is a social occasion and having a meal together is the key to strengthen family ties.
There are many restaurants, cafes, bars and clubs in Bansko town center, they are all within walking distance of your accommodation.
Food and alcohol are remarkably cheap compared to the rest of Europe, which makes Bulgaria a destination you can visit on a budget.
In Bansko town center, there are many ski & grocery stores as we as souvenir shops.
The prices are very reasonable in Bulgaria compared to other European ski centers.
All shops are within walking distance of your Bansko hotel.
Kuker Procession: Happens every 1st day of the year. Costumed men and women sing and dance together to clear their town of evil spirit. If you are spending the New Year’s Eve in Bansko don’t miss out on this spectacular ritual.
Bansko Film Festival: Looking for films & documentaries about ski & extreme sports & mountains in a snowy atmosphere? You just need to make your way to Bansko in November.