mithras53
English expat in Bulgaria
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English, 72 years old
Registration: 10 July 2023
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Vets in Bulgaria. by frenchcollector29
Hi we are thinking of retiring to Bulgaria in the next couple of years , we have 2 dogs and were wondering how the vets are in Bulgaria . Thanks Ian
I live near Asenovgrad. The veterinary clinic here is excellent. Three young guys are the partners, they speak fluent English and have demonstrated a high degree of competence and compassion.And far less expensive than their UK equivalents! Read More
Where to buy a propane bottle? by CarlS1986
Hi all,Currently renovating my house (if I can call it that), I don't have any way to cook at the moment, I was going to buy one today at pratiker but it's 199 Lev for a small one! I found garages that refill them for 33 lev but none will sell me ...
I live near Asenovgrad and bought mine (large size) for 80lev at a local hardware store. Any small town will have a place that sells them. I have a wood burner but in this mild weather am only using the gas heater. Read More
Driving from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv by GuestPoster1102
Hi all, Will be in Bulgaria for the very first time in Feb and planning to go from Sofia Airport to Plovdiv (and back) by a rental car - thinks it's the easiest as we have a 1.5 years baby. One question is, how's the driving from Sofia to Plovdiv, ...
Roads are fine I've lived here for ten years and always use TopRentaCar. Good prices and very efficient. Read More
British Corner Shop by SimCityAT
Sad news that the British Corner Shop has gone bust. Very surprised as they 1000's of customers worldwide.You can read their statement on their website HERE.
Hi jimj,I've never dealt with them, only sokoni, who provide an excellent service. You may well be right about British Lion. Read More
British Corner Shop by SimCityAT
Sad news that the British Corner Shop has gone bust. Very surprised as they 1000's of customers worldwide.You can read their statement on their website HERE.
Ha ha! Back in Qatar i had a couple of Aussie friends. Tried to convert them to Marmite. A hopeless cause. Read More
British Corner Shop by SimCityAT
Sad news that the British Corner Shop has gone bust. Very surprised as they 1000's of customers worldwide.You can read their statement on their website HERE.
Sokoni sell Marmite. Enough said. Read More
British Corner Shop by SimCityAT
Sad news that the British Corner Shop has gone bust. Very surprised as they 1000's of customers worldwide.You can read their statement on their website HERE.
Also British Lion Food Store! Read More
British Corner Shop by SimCityAT
Sad news that the British Corner Shop has gone bust. Very surprised as they 1000's of customers worldwide.You can read their statement on their website HERE.
Here in Bulgaria we have Sokoni, a family run store which provides a wide range of British foods and an extremely efficient next day service. Read More
Looking for building company or competent builders near Pernik/Sofia by Yuri1976
Hello,NOTE: If you have to say ''Ask in the village'' JUST DON'T...THANK YOU!I have been trying to get a builder/building company/quote for a month. So far I didn't even get a quote. The only one I am currently in touch with that, at the least, ...
Well done, Kath, you clearly have the pioneer spirit. Like you, I've encountered both useless rip off builders/tradesmen and very competent, fairly priced ones. It's very much a case of hit and miss in the first instance. Read More
Bringing two cats into Bulgaria from USA by jetmon135
Hi,I am looking for tips on bringing my two cats into Bulgaria from USA in early March 2024. I have one under seat cat carrier and will need to purchase another. Both cats are chipped but I think they will need updated rabies shot prior to travel. I ...
We brought our two cats from Qatar. Chipped, rabies certificates etc. When we retrieved the cats from the plane and took them to Customs, I proffered the folders of documents. The officer waved us through with a welcoming smile. Read More
Buy new car in Bulgaria by philip Mckay
Dear allWhen I finally get to the point of having my Bulgarian residence card I wish to buy a new car. Has anyone here done this and if so is it the same as UK dealers. Is the registration dealt with by the dealers ? Phil
Not a problem at all. I just bought a new Kia. The dealer dealt with everything with one exception. Both he and I had to go to a Notary to get document authorised (you'll need to bring your passport with you for this) Read More
From village to apartment by mithras53
I have lived in Bulgaria, in a village house with a big garden, since 2015. I'm now almost 70, but fit and healthy.聽It's time to move on and I am thinking of retiring to the coast and buying an apartment in either Burgas or Sveti Vlas. The ...
@kaththomas700 Thanks for the additional gen. I'll be taking a trip out that way in September. I want to check the whole area out when the vacation folks are gone, or at least thinning out.And no, definitely not Sunny Beach! Read More
From village to apartment by mithras53
I have lived in Bulgaria, in a village house with a big garden, since 2015. I'm now almost 70, but fit and healthy.聽It's time to move on and I am thinking of retiring to the coast and buying an apartment in either Burgas or Sveti Vlas. The ...
Thanks Kath. I'll check it out. Sounds like a definite possibility.BTW I hope everyone's enjoying the weather, due to hit 40c here next week. As a previous long term resident of Qatar this feels like home. Read More
From village to apartment by mithras53
I have lived in Bulgaria, in a village house with a big garden, since 2015. I'm now almost 70, but fit and healthy.聽It's time to move on and I am thinking of retiring to the coast and buying an apartment in either Burgas or Sveti Vlas. The ...
Thanks so much for your reply.I've checked prices and that's not a problem. I've reached an age where the hassle of looking after a big garden and keeping the house in good condition is no longer worth it I'm sure you're right about Sunny Beach. ... Read More
From village to apartment by mithras53
I have lived in Bulgaria, in a village house with a big garden, since 2015. I'm now almost 70, but fit and healthy.聽It's time to move on and I am thinking of retiring to the coast and buying an apartment in either Burgas or Sveti Vlas. The ...
@Cheryl Hi Cheryl,I've lived in both apartments and houses. My question is really about the positive and negative aspects of Burgas and Sveti Vlas as a permanent place if residence. Read More