The eagerly awaited travel event "Erlebe Bulgarien" is set to take place from June 11 to 15, 2025, at the picturesque Goldstrand. Following its successful kickoff at the Sonnenstrand last year, this year's gathering promises to be equally exciting, featuring numerous activities.
Among the highlights, participants will enjoy guided tours and hotel inspections around Varna and Albena, where they can experience first-hand the attractions of the Goldstrand. A key component of the event is the Fachkonferenz, where Bulgarian tourism professionals will meet with notable experts from German tour operators and airlines to discuss perspectives and future plans for tourism.
The agenda also includes a Fachmesse, where hoteliers and regional representatives will showcase their offerings to travel agencies. An elegant Gala-Abend will round off the event, adding flair to the proceedings.
Notably, Bulgaria's tourism sector is thriving, with significant growth anticipated this summer from the German-speaking countries. This spike can be attributed to several factors: not only is the country known for its excellent value for money, but recent renovations across the hotel sector have also played a role. Major airlines are increasing their summer flights from Germany and Austria, providing easier access to this beautiful destination.
The registration for "Erlebe Bulgarien 2025" is officially open for travel sales employees and operators. The participation fee is 80 Euro, which covers round-trip flights, accommodation at the Grifid Noa Hotel, participation in the conference and the gala evening, as well as meals and excursions.
Travelers can register through the provided online form, with registration confirmations sent via email afterward.
A noteworthy aspect of this year's event is the extensive flight options. Electra Airways has partnered with Sun Express to increase the available connections to Varna, which serves the northern coastal resorts such as Goldstrand and Albena, as well as to Burgas for the southern regions. From May 16 to September 14, Electra Airways will operate 16 weekly flights connecting Varna and Burgas with seven German airports.
This year, travel arrangements to and from the event will be predominantly facilitated by Electra Airways/Sun Express, flying from Frankfurt. Limited options are available for Eurowings from Köln and Electra from Leipzig as well.
For those seeking to participate only from June 11 to 13, which includes the conference, select tours, and the gala evening, registration will open separately in mid-March. Updates and information will be disseminated by fvw|TravelTalk.
This year's prestigious event enjoys the backing of several organizations, including the Bulgarian Ministry of Tourism, Fraport Bulgaria, the Association of Incoming Agencies (AIA), Sun Express/Electra Airways, the Bulgarian Black Sea Alliance, MTS Globe Bulgaria, the Grifid Hotels, and fvw|TravelTalk.
For those interested, images from last year's event are available to provide insight and excitement about the upcoming festivities. Whether seasoned travelers or new recruits, participants can expect to gain invaluable experiences and insights about Bulgaria's tourism potential.