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
Etar Open Air Museum Gabrovo: Living History & Visitor Guide
Plan a visit to Etar Open Air Museum near Gabrovo, from water-powered crafts on Craftsman Street to the nearby Sokolski Monastery.
8/13/2026
House of Humour and Satire, Gabrovo: 2026 Visitor Guide
Plan a 2026 visit to the House of Humour and Satire in Gabrovo: hours, ticket prices, must-see exhibits, and how to pair it with Etar.
8/13/2026
Nessebar Day Trip from Sveti Vlas: 2026 Transport and Itinerary Guide
Planning a Nessebar day trip from Sveti Vlas? Compare bus, sea taxi, and private tour options, follow a one-day itinerary, and time it to dodge the crowds.
8/13/2026
Shipka Pass and Buzludzha Monument Day Trip from Gabrovo (2026 Guide)
Plan a shipka pass buzludzha day trip from Gabrovo: timed itinerary, transport options, and 2026 entrance costs for the Freedom Monument and the UFO.
8/13/2026
Sveti Vlas Beaches: Central, New & East Beach Guide (2026)
Sveti Vlas beaches guide: compare Central, New, and East Beach, check Blue Flag status and BGN sunbed prices, and see how the sand connects to Sunny Beach.
8/13/2026
Sveti Vlas Marina and Nightlife: Marina Dinevi's Yacht-Port Guide (2026)
Sveti Vlas marina and nightlife center on Marina Dinevi: yacht-port clubs, sunset lounges, live piano bars, and family-friendly evenings on Bulgaria's coast.
8/13/2026
8 Best Things to Do in Gabrovo, Bulgaria (2026 Guide)
Find the best things to do in Gabrovo, Bulgaria, from the House of Humour and Satire to Etar's water-powered workshops and Sokolski Monastery.
8/13/2026
9 Best Things to Do in Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria (2026 Guide)
A 2026 guide to 9 things to do in Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria: Marina Dinevi, beach zones, eco-trails, and day trips to Nessebar and Sunny Beach.
8/13/2026
Bachinovo Park Blagoevgrad: A Complete Guide to the Alley of Health
Plan a visit to Bachinovo Park Blagoevgrad: the Alley of Health walking route, Kokolandia's age-tiered rope courses, Bachinovo Lake pedal boats, and hotel options.
8/12/2026
Ledenika Cave Vratsa: A Complete Guide to Bulgaria's Icy Show Cave
Plan a visit to Ledenika Cave near Vratsa: driving vs. hiking access, guided tour highlights like the Concert Hall, current hours, and nearby karst sites.
8/12/2026
Rila Monastery Day Trip From Blagoevgrad: Bus, Taxi, and Hike Guide
Plan a Rila Monastery day trip from Blagoevgrad: bus and taxi options, museum fees in лв, the St. Ivan's cave hike, and dress code rules.
8/12/2026
15 Best Things to Do in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria (2026 Guide)
Discover the best things to do in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria: Varosha's old town, Park Bachinovo, mineral baths, and Rila Monastery day trips for 2026.
8/12/2026