Bansko For Digital Nomads: Everything You Need To Know
You might never have heard of Bansko, a little mountain town in Bulgaria. I didn’t until a bunch of years ago and I have travelled around the world A LOT. But Bansko is winning the hearts of many digital nomads and word is spreading fast: Bansko is amazing for digital nomads! It is very affordable, it is so much fun for outdoor lovers and it has an amazing expat & nomad community, so you won’t be bored easily. I have been living here for 3,5 years and enjoy my time to the fullest. In this article you will find everything you want to know about Bansko for digital nomads. Think…
Hike To Sinanitsa Peak: Everything You Need To Know
I have hiked A LOT in Pirin National Park, and still one of my absolute favourites is the hike to Sinanitsa. It’s a full day hike with a diverse trail, a mountain hut at a picturesque location next to a lake and the Sinanitsa ridge. The Sinanitsa Peak looks so impressive and majestic from the hut side! On top of that you have nature pretty much all to yourself during this hike, since it’s one of the furthest peaks from the Vihren Hut. I have done this hike in August 2023 and July 2024. In this article you will find everything you need to know to also enjoy this beautiful…
Hike To Vihren Peak For Sunrise (July Morning Tradition!)
Vihren Peak is one of the highest peaks in Bulgaria, so it’s definitely on the bucket list for many hikers. I have done this hike dozens of times, but I love the hike to Vihren Peak for the sunrise the most. Most people do this night hike for July Morning. So far I have done the night hike to Vihren Peak to see the sunrise 3 times, and it was every single time a beautiful experience. In this article you will find everything you need to know to hike to the Vihren Peak for sunrise. Last updates & prices in the article are from May 2025. Also read: Hike To…
7 Vegetarian Hotspots In Sofia That You Want To Try Out
Bulgarians love their meat, but it’s definitely not impossable to find vegetarian dishes and nice options for vegetarians and even vegans in Bulgaria. Especially in Sofia there are a bunch of restaurants with delicious vegetarian food! In this article I’ll share 7 vegetarian hotspots in Sofia that you want to try out. Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Also Read: Where To Eat As A Vegetarian In Plovdiv? 6 Nice Hotspots! 7 Vegetarian Hotspots In Sofia 1. Cute Coffee Place: Barista Coffee And More A place where I often come back when I’m in Sofia is Barista Coffee and More. This coffee place has a…
How Much Is The Cost Of Living In Bansko For 1 Month [In 2025]?
Bansko in Bulgaria is considered a cheap place in Europe where you get good value for little money. But how cheap – or expensive – is it actually to live in Bansko? In this article I will share the cost of living in Bansko for 1 month with you, so you get an idea of the budget that you need to stay in this amazing mountain town in Bulgaria. I live since 2021 in Bansko, so I know what I am talking about. I have seen the prices change through the years, but in this article I will share the most recent updates about cost of living in Bansko in…
Hike The Donchovi Karauli Ridge in Pirin (near Bansko)
One of the more difficult and remote hikes in Pirin is the hike on the Donchovi Karauli ridge. It’s one of the hikes that I could not find ANY information about online, so I’m excited to share some and make it easier for you to do this hike as well. I have done this hike June 2024. In this article you’ll find everything you need to know about the hike over the Donchovi Karauli ridge in Pirin National Park. Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Also read: Hike To Vihren Peak For Sunrise (July Morning Tradition!) Practical info about the hike over the Donchovi Karauli…
Hike To the Mighty Todorka Peak: 3 Different Routes To Get There
Pirin National Park has many amazing mountain peaks, but there is one that probably everyone in Bansko knows: the Todorka Peak. It’s the peak that you can see from pretty much every corner in Bansko. And although Vihren is the highest, Todorka is the most recognizable: standing all by itself, looking dramatic with steep drops on both sides. In this article I will share everything you need to know to hike to the Todorka Peak. Since there are multiple trails to get there (and I have done them all) you can choose which one suits you best. Last update & prices in this article are from April 2025. Also read:…
Picturesque Hike To Muratov Peak (& Muratov Lake) in Pirin
Pirin National Park has many beautiful hiking trails. If you’re searching for a hike that is not too difficult and not technical, but will offer amazing views, look no further. The hike to Muratov Peak is perfect for you! In this article you will find everything you need to know to hike to Muratov Peak, with a nice stop at the lovely Muratov Lake. I have done this hike to Muratov Peak several times, especially in 2024 when I was training for the Pirin Ultra. You can easily connect the hike to this peak with other trails if you want -like to the Donchovi Karauli ridge or to Sinanitsa. Last…
Spring Tradition: Ancient Ritual Of The Kukeri in Eleshnitsa
One thing that I love about Bulgaria is how much they are still tied to their traditions and ancient rituals. One of the most interesting things that you can see and experience in Bulgaria is the kukeri. This is an old ritual where villagers dress up as scary beings to scare away the evil spirits. They do this by dancing through the streets of the village while making loud music. You can see the kukeri in different places in Bulgaria, but one of the best places to see it as a foreigner is Eleshnitsa. In this article I will share everything you need to know to experience this ancient ritual:…
