| The climate here is mild in winter with snow | | | | options available for all size of party. |
| cover from December to April but there is | | | | |
| plenty of snow around. The Bulgarian | | | | Entertainment in Borovets |
| government has recently committed to | | | | |
| developing the resort further under a scheme | | | | The resort offers all kind of options for |
| called 'Super Borovets', with the aim of | | | | eating-out and night-life. There are many |
| turning it into a world-class, year-round | | | | restaurants, bars, cafes, discos and clubs in |
| resort. | | | | the town to suit all tastes. Many visitors |
| | | | like to try out local cuisine but restaurants |
| Skiing in Borovets | | | | also offer a full range of other options here |
| | | | from simple snacks through to classic modern |
| Although a well established resort, Borovets | | | | European cooking. |
| has all the facilities and comforts of a | | | | |
| modern winter sports centre. The resort has | | | | Local attractions |
| hosted the Alpine ski World Cup twice and | | | | |
| offers visitors a wide range of world-class | | | | Many visitors describe Borovets as being like |
| ski runs to suit all abilities from novice to | | | | a big friendly village. Although the town |
| expert. Skiers here can also take part in | | | | isn't large it is still full of local charm |
| cross-country skiing, ski-doo, ice skating, | | | | and tradition. The countryside in the area is |
| snowboarding, biathlons and ski jumping. The | | | | lovely in both winter and summer and many |
| biathlon track here is held to be one of the | | | | people choose to spend their spare time |
| best in Europe. | | | | walking and hiking and horse riding is also |
| | | | available. Taking a trip up Mount Musala is a |
| The resort's ski facilities are excellent and | | | | popular option for many. Visitors should also |
| will be improved further during the 'Super | | | | make sure to visit the Bistrista Palace. This |
| Borovets' initiative. The resort has around | | | | old royal hunting lodge is worth a trip in |
| 19 ski runs split into three areas | | | | itself but make sure to take a look at the |
| (Sitniakoyo, Markoudzhik and Yastrebets). | | | | local woodcarvings there which are a local |
| International signs and markings are used | | | | tradition. |
| across the resort which well maintained and | | | | |
| serviced. There are a range of lifts | | | | Those looking for attractions further afield |
| including a gondola, chair lifts, drag lifts | | | | can visit Sofia which is around an hour's |
| and baby drag lifts. | | | | drive away. There are a lot of museums and |
| | | | churches worth a look here including the |
| Accommodation in Borovets | | | | National History Museum and the St Nikolai |
| | | | Church. |
| The resort offers a full range of | | | | |
| accommodation both for people who wish to go | | | | Conclusion |
| self-catering and for people who wish to stay | | | | |
| in hotels. The hotels in Borovets include | | | | It's not surprising that so many people |
| high-quality luxury hotels and mid-range and | | | | choose to return to Borovets after their |
| smaller options. There are plenty of hotels | | | | first ski trip. The resort offers high |
| here due to the size and popularity of the | | | | quality skiing and facilities, the locals are |
| resort. People looking to rent accommodation | | | | friendly and there is plenty to do in the |
| are also given plenty of choice. | | | | town. Although the most popular resort in the |
| Self-catering options include chalets, | | | | country, costs are still relatively low |
| bungalows, houses, villas and apartments. | | | | compared to the UK which makes it even easier |
| Visitors can choose to rent new properties or | | | | to enjoy a stay in Borovets! |
| older, traditional homes and there are | | | | |