Bulgaria Ski discussion board

We seem to be asked the same questions on a forrtnightly basis so here is an update on the most frequently asked questions.

1. What sort of money should I take, and are there cash dispensers in the resorts?
A. Best to take Sterling from the UK as apposed to travellers cheques as you will get a better exchange rate. Also, take some Levs, say a hundred pounds worth to get you started on arrival. These you can get from most high street Travel Agents, although you may have to order in advance at some. The exchange rate in resort is approx. 2.6 lev to the pound. Cash dispensers are in every resort and are easy to use.

2. Where is the best place to change my money?
A. Always change your money at your hotel reception or at a bank. NEVER change money with strangers or at money booth or you will regret it. Regardless of what rate they quote you, you will be ripped off.

3. Is it safe to drink the water?
A. Yes.

4. What is the electicity connection?
A. Standard 2 pin European adaptors will work fine.

5. What is the food like? Hotels - Mountains - Resturants
A. Well you will get many differnt answers to this one, but I think it's great. Lots of Chicken, and Pork, salads are fantastic and very cheap to eat out. Hotel breakfasts may seem a little bland, but remember this country is still quite new to our ways of life and there are still things that are not available in Bulgaria. For those who would prefer a good hearty breakfast in Pamporovo, the White Hart do a FULL English for about 3 quid which includes bottomless coffee pot. Food on the mountains is superb, no other word for it. Music plays all over the mountains and the atmosphere is simply electric. Lots of good resturants in the resorts all selling quality and cheap food if you fancy a special night out. My favourite in Pamps is the Taverna in the Perelik. Huge menu and expect to pay about 10 pounds a head for a full 3 course meal with wine. You can also get a T-Bone Steak in the White Hart for a fiver.

6. What is Ski School like?
Brilliant!!!!! Starts at 10am then a break at about 1pm. Then again from 2 till 3.30pm. The theme is fun fun fun and you will learn loads. All instructors speak good English, and most females fall in love with at least one of them.

7. What are the airports like?
Sofia is fine. It is a full international airport with all the facilities. Plovdiv is very basic, and is nothing more than a converted air base, but it is much more handy for Pamporovo as it is 2 1/2 hours closer than Sofia.

8. Where is the best nightlife?
Well I can only speak for Pamps as I have not visited the other resorts. From previous postings you will know I favour the White Hart. Not because it is run by English friends of mine, but simply because it is the best bar, and the only bar in the area that serves English draught beer and lager as well as Guinness.Other good night spots include Daks Bar and BJ's.

By all means ask any other questions you like, the guys on here will do their best to give honest answers.

Pamporovo Pete