Bulgaria Ski discussion board

Had a fantastic week! I've just been watching the DVD of my Ski-School class (60leva) and it's amazing how we progressed just over the first 3-4 days! By the end of the week we were going down the Bansko Road Run with few difficulties - even on the icy patches!

We didn't have one flake of natural snow all week, the skies were clear blue and it was BL**DY cold and icy!!! But don't fret! There's another big dump of snow expected in the next few days.

I ate out every night so I can't tell you what the Perun dinner was like but I would recommend trying to eat at a new place each night! I especially liked the food and the service in some typical Bulgarian Restaurants in the village centre. If you go down the hill to the right hand side of the Lion Bar (Brit pub) and keep going until you reach the square, there's a few typical restaurants there.

I only had a couple of drinks at the Happy End... but they were the most expensive of the week! 5 leva for a G+T. Bonde Bar was about 1.4 leva for a local G+T (local spirits, beers and wines are always much cheaper).

If you're in a Bulgarian Mexana ("Mehana") try the hot Rakia, I think it's a local Brandy but they add honey or jam to it - different places serve it differently, it's worth trying - honestly!

I recommend walking boots - I relied on mine to get me to and from places safely, the ice was treacherous and difficult to see - especially at night. I'f you're staying in the Perun I'd also recommend taking a small torch, the road can get a little dark.

Please feel free to ask me anything you wish I'd gladly answer any questions I can.

Diz

P.S. Don't forget your swimsuit!