Bulgaria
‘Arc de Trump’? The 20 most over-the-top buildings ever constructed
The US president’s proposed monument would join a long and rapidly growing list of structures we could probably do without.
- Chris Moss
There’s a rude awakening (and no dining) on board this sleeper train
A ride on the comfortable Sofia-Istanbul Express includes a dramatic border crossing in the middle of the night.
- Tim Richards
Nine must-do highlights of Sofia, Bulgaria
This little-visited European capital has streets paved in gold and a fascinating Communist past.
- Belinda Jackson
Europe’s ‘unhappiest’ country should be on your must-visit list
Whether you’re looking for golden beaches, cities buzzing with creativity or snow-capped mountains, this underrated country has it all.
- Elise Morton
Amazing and crowd-free: 12 of the world’s most underrated countries
Look beyond the usual destinations and you’ll find outstanding countries that offer something different, and may well be bargain-priced and uncrowded too.
- Brian Johnston
14 outstanding travel experiences that will give you an insider’s view
Plunge into Morocco’s medinas, ride the rails in Japan or experience the sounds of America’s south with these insider trips.
- Brian Johnston
Plovdiv, Bulgaria: The European Capital of Culture in 2019 is a place few tourists have heard of
It's Plovdiv. Congratulations if you immediately know which country it's in without having to look.
- Jamie Lafferty
Bulgaria: A horse ride into the Balkans
Horseback is the best way to discover a new destination, Rachel Ward finds.
- Rachel Ward
Laugh locations; the world's funniest places
We travel to relax, or for thrills, or to be educated – but what if we just need some good cheer?
- Mark Juddery
All stops on the Danube Express
From Istanbul to Budapest, via Bulgaria and Transylvania, Ian Cowie watches the passage of ambition and history.