Mountain Posts

Staying in Sofia; in style

Alexander Nevski Cathedral is the number one historical building in Sofia. It is even more impressive inside. But any visitor to Sofia should ensure they spend some time exploring this historical centre of Sofia. I like it here. It is not flooded with tourists — like some cities. Sofia is compact and, in […]

Apr 27th 2012

Sofia accommodation surprises

Spring is here, the ski season is over and it’s Sofia. Take a look at this Sofia wikipedia link for the history. Planning a visit Sofia? Then read on for my hotel apartment review and part 2 in a few days. More on this later. But from shopping, dining out and music, Sofia usually surprises those […]

Apr 25th 2012

Bansko iphone App v 1.1. A new look

The Bansko app is here. In fact it’s now in its second version and the feedback has been great. Please give your feedback on itunes. For Android users we have the android version. Download at Google play. Everyone has the mobile version of this site which gives a lot of the functionality of the app, with the […]

Apr 22nd 2012

Off piste dreams, and death, in Bansko

James Hughes, friend, Bansko Blog food reviewer, and long time Bansko resident is venturing into Bansko’s back country. James explains why he loves it — and speaks candidly about the risks he faces. Read on for the ride… I’m no pro skier, I’m not sponsored by any manufacturer or filmed on a daily basis as […]

Apr 10th 2012

The Essential Guide to Bansko

It’s now out. Ready for free download. The new Essential Guide to Bansko E-Guide. 71 pages of tips and info to help transform your Bansko experience, in both summer and winter seasons. Like many Bansko businesses, here at Bansko Blog I receive emails from both regular and new Bansko visitors wanting to know Bansko tourist information. Firstly, I […]

Mar 30th 2012

How to get Bansko lift Passes for half price

Bansko ski lift pass prices reduced. Half price. Yes fantastic news. Ulen, the Bansko lift operator, have not just announced the new prices but are saying that the Bansko ski season will keep on going until the 16th April. Assuming there is enough snow, we hope and snow dance that this will all be true […]

Mar 29th 2012

Snow or rain for Bansko?

The last week has seen high temperatures. Glorious Bansko days. All this meaning melting snow. So I’m taking a look at the weather charts and we will have lower temperatures arriving today. So a little good news; the rate of melting snow will slow down. BUT the heavy rain will really cause severe damage to […]

Mar 25th 2012

Kohinoor: More than an Indian restaurant in Sofia

Staying a few nights in Sofia means many things to different people. Alexander Nevski Church, Vitosha mountain, NDK (for concerts), Opera house Sofia restaurants and many late night clubs. But there’s one place that has become my regular Sofia restaurant… it’s the 100% no smoking Kohinoor indian restaurant in the centre of Sofia. Dining ambiance […]

Mar 21st 2012

Dedo Kotse, a mehana so fine

It was with as much cuation as walking on ice that I agreed to the suggestion of visiting the mehana, Dedo Kotse. Whilst I had heard good reports, I am notoriously fussy when in comes to the oft touted (‘scuse pun) delights of a Banako mehana. But today, I am so enthusiastic about Dedo Kotse […]

Mar 18th 2012

Snow forecast: another treat in store

Oh yes, the fresh snow in Bansko has injected yet more excitement into this vintage snow season. I was out again testing freestyle WhiteDot skis in some safe off piste areas. Happy days. There’s no doubt about it, my having joined several group skimania classes my technique has improved no end this season. Taking some […]

Mar 11th 2012

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