Bulgaria Ski discussion board

Without tourism the people wouldn't have as much as they have. You ask any working Bulgarian and they would be horrified at the thought of no tourists or foreign investment. At least by visiting and talking to locals, issues are highlighted and brought to our attention. You've only got to read some of the threads on this board alone.
Having visited Bulgaria for 19 years and watched the fall of communism, the changes have been immense. Yes, there's still a long way to go but Bulgaria is heading in the right direction. Ask any Bulgarian.

So what would you prefer me to do - stay away?

I go there because I love the people, the country and the atmosphere. Now that I have a better understanding of their culture I feel that I am in a position that means I can help In a very small way, so I am. Bulgarian people are not bad people, but they are somewhat behind most of Europe when it comes to human rights and the care of less fortunate citizens.

What they need is education on how to correct this and the resources to do it.Sitting back or walking away from it will solve nothing, nor will 'kicking them in the back pocket' as you put it.

If enough people make enough noise then we will be heard, so I will continue to beat my drum for as long and as loudly as I can.


Pete

Well said Pete, They do need help, I remember my first visit to Orphanage 10 years ago, I sat in Directors office, they offered coffee, each cup of water was heated with an element, On my next visit I bought an Electric Kettle in Varna, still in Use. The laundry lady had an old iron where you lifted the handle up and placed hot coals in, this was for (60kids) I got an Electric Iron, had to replace after four years. It hurts when you have to show kids that you have to take the paper off a lolly before eating. I could go on all night about things, so the people out there who disbelieve, I can only hope you will change your thoughts. F.V.