Maria Petrova
As Tours Bulgaria's Bulgaria travel editor with editorial experience in tours and activities, I focus on publishing practical guides that help readers make better travel decisions.
Credentials & Expertise
Credentials
- ✓Lead editor for Tours Bulgaria
- ✓Focused on tours and activities coverage
- ✓Research and fact-check workflow ownership
- ✓Ongoing update cadence for priority pages
Areas of Expertise
- •Tour comparisons
- •Activity selection
- •Booking-aware planning
Recent Posts
Ruse Christmas Market: 2026 Guide to Dates, Zones and Tips
Plan your visit to the Ruse Christmas market with 2026 dates, the three main zones, food and drink tips, and logistics for a day trip from Bucharest or Sofia.
7/30/2026
Ruse Danube Cruise Guide: Port Logistics, Excursions & Itineraries
Planning a Ruse Danube cruise stop? This guide covers port logistics, the Veliko Tarnovo vs. city-center trade-off, and 2026-2027 itineraries.
7/30/2026
Ruse Parking Guide 2026: Blue Zone Rates, Garages & Free Lots
Plan Ruse parking in 2026: Blue Zone rates and hours, PayPark app steps, underground garages, free lots, and TIR truck parking near the border.
7/30/2026
Shopping in Sozopol: Where to Buy Bulgarian Souvenirs and Local Goods
Shopping in Sozopol: find the Mall of Sozopol, Apollonia and Ropotamo streets, and the Isthmus Market for rose products, ceramics, and Bulgarian wine.
7/30/2026
Sozopol 2 Day Itinerary: The Complete 48-Hour Plan (2026)
A practical Sozopol 2 day itinerary for 2026: Old Town fortress walls, beaches, a Sveti Ivan boat trip or Ropotamo excursion, and parking tips.
7/30/2026
Sozopol Boat Trips 2026: St. Ivan Island, Ravadinovo Castle & Costs
Sozopol boat trips for 2026: compare the St. Ivan Island water taxi, sunset cruises, and Ravadinovo Castle day tours, with real costs and wind-day backups.
7/30/2026
Sozopol Parking Guide: Where to Park in the Old and New Town
This Sozopol parking guide covers municipal lots, private yards, and free street parking, plus costs, the URBO app, and what to do if you're towed.
7/30/2026
Sozopol With Kids: A Family Guide to Bulgaria's Black Sea Coast
A practical guide to visiting Sozopol with kids: safest beaches, stroller-friendly routes, 2026 costs, and family activities in the Old Town.
7/30/2026
Car Rental in Varna, Bulgaria: 2026 Costs, Pickup Options, and Driving Rules
Car rental in Varna, Bulgaria: compare airport vs. downtown pickup, 2026 price ranges, parking zones, driving rules, and day-trip routes worth planning around.
7/29/2026
Golden Sands Boat Trips: Pirate Parties, Yacht Picnics & Day Trips (2026)
Compare Golden Sands boat trips for 2026: pirate parties, yacht picnics, sunset cruises, and day trips to Balchik and Nessebar, with prices and logistics.
7/29/2026
Golden Sands Parking Guide: Where to Park and Avoid Fines in 2026
Golden Sands parking explained: hotel and public lot costs in BGN, blue zone payment rules, and how to avoid Bulgaria's Spider tow trucks in 2026.
7/29/2026
Golden Sands Water Sports Guide: Jet Skis, Parasailing, and Boat Trips (2026)
Plan Golden Sands water sports for 2026: jet skiing, parasailing, pedal boats, yacht charters, and Aquapolis, mapped across the resort's 3.5km beach.
7/29/2026