I am a german who is married to a bulgarian woman. We have a house in a little Village in the center of bulgaria. In the balkan mountains. I speak the language and we often go there. The nature in Bulgaria is a dream!
Gennaro Coppola Hey, Francis Ford/ Gattuso. I always have the impression that people from the Balkans want to discuss with you if you speak the language. (when I go somewhere almost everyone says something to me when I pass them) But I don‘t speak the language. 😁
I am a Belgian, ex-Ghent living in Sofia. The good food, the chill lifestyle, the safety and non-agressive life compared with West EU ... and yes it is not expensive
@@TravelingwithKristin Yes indeed, no value for money. They seem to keep inventing new taxes for the deficits. Popular country for those who want a handout from the government, many people I know who can did or plan to relocate ... seems not to have a bright future, sad.
Very true, it’s because it’s not multicultural yet. They have their own ancient culture and are not being forced to change everything constantly by hordes of immigrants and migrants.
@@purplefabian That was decade or more ago and the kidnapped people weren't like you and me. Most of them were linked strongly with criminal circles. It's relatively safe, not that different than Western Europe.
Bulgaria was to me, a retiree , a dreamscape for one week in 2012. It seemed to me that young natives had a difficult life and were seeking to emigrate. However for one in the later chapters of life with modest financial security, I would have chucked the US and happily learned to read cyrillic and studied speaking the Bulgarian language. I loved being in a land that has Greek, roman, byzantine, ottoman, soviet, gypsy, macedonian, orthodox christian and 4000 year old proto-bulgarian cultural flavors streaming through it.
Yeah it really is amazing. I went there and saw some prehistoric sights (from Thracians, proto-Bulgairans etc, -4000 AD) and a really old gold treasure of some kind. Skiing is also a dream there. Overall a really nice place!
Bulgaria is really becoming a Digital Nomad destination. It's a great place where to live, it's cheap and is digitally well developed. Everyday there are more international people around like students, expats and tourists, and everyone (at least in Sofia) speaks English!
@@TravelingwithKristin I see that digital nomadism means you live in a center of a capital, eat every day in restaurants and live in hotels. I think there are no more superficial people then they. You just visit the best 1% and say that the country is fantastic..
Omg! Thank you for this video, Kristin. That's the best video I've seen ever made by people from another country. Thank you very much that you show to your subscribers and rest of the world how beautiful is my country. :)) Kisses from Bulgaria to you. People like you are always welcome to visit Bulgaria and always will stay in every Bulgarian's heart which you meet with :)
I loved the video!😍 I’m a Bulgarian who’s been out of the country for a while now and this makes me so homesick. But i’m glad that there are lots of foreigners enjoying the life there. The only thing that didn’t seem so accurate to me from the info in the video was the rent cost, because I was recently checking the prices in Sofia and they seemed much higher, also my impression is that the overall cost of living has increased throughout the last few years unfortunately. But probably outside of Sofia it’s still cheaper. Regardless, it’s a great place that offers beautiful scenery, amazing food, warm hospitality, and it’s quite affordable! I miss it so much!
It seems like most Bulgarians living abroad miss their home country! I see that a lot in the comments. I was just in Sofia renting for $10-20 per night on Airbnb so it’s still cheap but probably has gone up in past years. I’ve only been there in 2018-2019 so cant compare it with before. Hope you get to go back soon!
@D Legionnaire The median salary here is about USD 1,000. Your half a million USD gives you about 41 years of life 😂 Given inflation, you would definitely be able to make it for a quarter of a century with that kind of money in BG.
Hey Kristin. Thank you soooo much for showing the beauty of Bulgaria, We all Bulgarians really appreciate that. I have an online business as well and thanks to you I find out that there are such places in Bulgaria where Digital Nomads hang out. I have a house in one small village 5-6 km away from the Greece border and I'm thinking now to move and work from there and would be happy to invite digital nomads to join me. Around the house there is a lot of land and I will be growing my fresh food there. Thank you one more time. I'm looking for more videos of yours. Best wishes!
That's amazing, Angel! Maybe connect with Coworking Bansko? They go on road trips to Greece sometimes! They have a FB group if you want to check it out. Thank you for watching and I'm so glad you like the videos :)
Hi Angel, I'm planning move to Bulgaria after Xmas for 3 months(maybe for good), where are you at？cuz I'm also looking for houses and land to do some work on it, any way, could you contact me by email, then see how it goes, thx! Outsde48@gmail.com
@@TravelingwithKristin I really liked the archetecture styles, the difference between the really old buildings and the Communist era buildings. Also, I like the style of the people. Many of the people dress with real style and class, something I didnt expect in Eastern Europe. Im doing a lot more research of the country before my return visit in March because I really didnt have a clue on my last trip.
For who? It's a country one of the fastest depopulating in the world...It's seems great if you're a foreigner earning good money in euros or dollars.But living there as a local on minimum wages isn't easy,with not many opportunities for young people,that's why so many leave.The same goes for lots of digital nomad destinations.They are amazing because nomads earn good money in dollars or euros.For example,you live in Vietnam on $2000 per month teaching online or something.$150 apartment,cheap food etc...you live well of course. When the average salary is $300/400. See what I mean. I like to be clear on this because youtube is full of these videos about amazing digital nomads locations & expats living on $$$'s per month when locals only earn $200-400. It's important to not forget the local situation.
ppl move from countries to countries we are living in very specific, strange times... not all locals move ...everywhere is the same ...I came from UK ...and I don't understand ppl moving there thinking that there is such a paradise ...it is all about what are your priorities in this life...if you chase $$$ yeah ...go to Scandinavia, Luxemburg etc ...if you are looking for peaceful life only Balkans and Russia ...if it comes to Europe and near Asia ...but some ppl like metropolises and live in run ...I understand it ...and I guess you are one of them...as there we go ...it is all about $$$ but not everybody thinks like you .
Thank for your video, now I'm going to Bulgaria. And your previous video helps me to now one great city of Bulgaria i mean about Plovdiv, these videos are incredible. You are one of the best bloggers on RU-vid. I wish to you mere views and followers.
I come originally from Plovdiv, but we have lived with my family in the Netherlands and in Belgium for the past 13 years. Especially the Netherlands is a much more organised country. But maaan, do I miss the mountains in Bulgaria. Also, we have no rral winter in Belgium, almost no snow. Summer is also pretty rainy. The best thing about Bulgaria is that you get snow in the winter, beach in the summer. And if it's too hot for you in the summer, you simply go to the mountains.
@@TravelingwithKristin Indeed... We are missing the snow here... We are actually planning a trip to north Sweden in March, just to have all the snow we are missing.
Nope...that it was very comprehensive!!! And I love that you're featuring locations that aren't normally discussed as digital nomad spots. As a "new" digital nomad -- it's very much appreciated. I am 100% going to add Bansko to my itinerary because of your vids! :)
It is wonderfulSome of my favorite: the capital Sofia, Vitosha Mountain at the capital, town of Dobrinishte, Varna,and the resorts on the north side of Black Sea, but its so beautiful everywhere in the contry side also!
you're welcome to retire In Bulgaria, if you move your money. Otherwise, I don't see a reason for doing that in the fastest shrinking country in the world meaning the country with the biggest demographic crisis.
Warmed my heart ❤️ Bulgarian living in Chicago for the last 13 years, missing my country dearly and our wholesome tasty food. Thank you for the amazing video!
FYI.. make sure to properly use MB and Mb (megabit)... megabyte is usually specified for total transfer per month sent where as metabit is throughput. 1MB would be insanely slow but 1Mb would be reasonable...
Great video!!!😊👍 My husband and I usually visit Pamporovo and its next door neighbor town of Smolyan in the Rhodope mountains. Love the people, nature, and regional food.
Just bumped into your video. Very impressed with the flow of information, and we’re totally considering visiting Bulgaria after our Schengen exit. Thank you!
You better come back because the west is about to fall in the second great depression worse than the first . come home and work something here! Life there will be unbearable !
Държавата не прави достатъчно за да привлича дигитални номади. Нещо повече - прави твърде много за да ги отблъсква. Написах статия в блога си "Имиграцията на дигитални номади в България не е достатъчно лесна ".
I really appreciate this video by Kristin showing many good aspects of Bulgaria which is a best place to live for those with limited budget. Poor but nice , beautiful and friendly people. Landscape , rivers , mountains and travelling on old railway tracks in slow moving trains is a real pleasure to go with. Crime rate is low if compared to England. Property is very cheap in rural areas. Food prices are a bit high. Orphan and forgotten children of Bulgaria was an issue but things have improved now. I am planing to settle in Bulgaria after my retirement in the coming two years and would like to help in some way the abandoned and sick children of Bulgaria.
Very good video ! Well done. Just moved in Bulgaria, with some online work. Very informative (and comforting ^^) video. And as many others mention, very good filming and editing. Keep up the good work, your channel will pop eventually !
Went to Bulgaria when I was dating a fantastic girl I went to Uni with from there. Went to Dofia, Plovdiv, Primorsko & Rakovski - Fantastic. Never thought of living there. You've got my attention with this.
@@TravelingwithKristin I did... I went in 2013 for a few days. VERY nice. A year later there was a flooding incident. Bit weird because it's on a mountain...? Loved your visuals. Some nice memories came flashing back.
Looked up stuff on Bulgaria on a whim, glad I found this video. The cost of living in Bulgaria is very similar to New Mexico here in the USA, very neat.
The Rhodope Mountains are probably one of the best place for digital nomads in Bulgaria. Many people are starting to move to Smolyan and the villages around it. The area offers extremely fast internet connection, probably the lowest cost of living in the country, a ski resort which is at 10 minutes drive from Smolyan and the Greek beaches which are at around 2 hours drive from the city! 🤙
Definitely the best video format for people looking to move or retire to different countries. The only thing missing I can think of is "marriage prospects" to locals, and of course, related residency/visa laws & regulations, etc.
Great job with putting this video together! I like how structured the video is, and it provides a good presentation to how awesome Bulgaria is. I definitely should visit Bulgaria sometime. I would love to check out Sofia and Plovdiv!
I'm black American, and really want to go! Are your people accepting of black people? or black American people. or would I be hated/discriminated against?
Don't forget Stara Zagora. It's a bit quieter than Sophia and Plovdiv but a wonderful city just the same. Oh and Ravda rather than Burgas if you're looking for cheaper lodging ... then take the bus to Nesebar for the day! Oh ... and Sozopol's old town is worth the trip too. And don't forget Velingrad for the mineral baths!
I have been looking for a few years and studying the way and life style of this place and now thinking of taking the leap and buying a property and starting a business as U only have one life and I’m that person who the one who takes chances in life if my business don’t work out I will have a nice place to retire clean air warm weather and cheap to live 🙋🏻 Would like to say thank U for this short film that now gave me the final push many thanks Nj 🙋🏻👌🏻
I'll be there for Bansko Nomad Fest! PS gave you a shout out in my latest podcast - I need to introduce you to Mitch podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/van-life-episode-how-to-convert-van-travel-world-get/id1463468736?i=1000465400847
@@TravelingwithKristin may be because they know nothing about East Europe . Most people are not tought about East European Geography for a reason. Why do you think Cuba was off limits?
Hi Kristen I'm from India and seriously contemplating to settle down in Bulgaria with my family. Great video and a fantastic presentation. All the very best.
Hi @red chariots! Go for it but make sure that it's really what you want. If you are ready to relocate you can apply for my relocation program here: TravelingWithKristin.com/apply
nice video, so Bulgaria is now turned into a tourist location which is a good idea. Of course, there is lots of poverty in the country and 3.5 Million Bulgarians live outside of Bulgaria because there is not enough work inside Bulgaria. It is bigger than Austria and has many beautiful nature reserves
@@Beatusable The People's Republic of Bulgaria existed from 1946 to 1990 and it was ruled by the Bulgarian Communist Party (BCP), which in turn ruled together with its coalition partner, the Bulgarian Agrarian National Union.
@@lenny108 Politically, that´s true. But this has nothing to do with tourism of which I spoke of. As I said, Bulgaria started being a tourist land from 1956 till now. That´s a fact, my friend. Deal with it. You could read about it even in Western books. For example, in the 80´s (During Communism) Bulgaria was visited by 7 million ppl annually by mixed ppls. In the 70-80´s Bulgaria was visited by many many recurrent Western Germans and some Dutch..... You didn´t need a visum to come to Bulgaria as a Western citizen. You didn´t know about it??? Same applied to the Sweds and many others with free visum contract, but Bulgaria was also visited by those with visas. Western Germans were first to come. Prejudiced ppl like Sweds, etc, discovered Bulgaria LATER despide the Communistic door was open long time ago. I am so tired of prejudiced ppl, sorry. Sadly, still alive regarding historic knowledge. Ps. Bulgaria was not a real Eastern country. She was a bit of East, West and Own. And Bulgaria was the country least watched by Moscow.
Poverty in India is way big than Bulgaria . I dont know why you put Austria in this picture ? From Austria i know one guy with funny mustache , who screw all Germans at first , and whole east Europe at second , and whole world at third , but no-one say a word about Austrians ........but nevermind the Germans will pay the all bills
Hi Kristin love your videos 😍 my husband is in digital marketing and I am trying to convince him to embrace the digital nomad lifestyle..I am however disabled and in a wheelchair. So I would love information on medical care and accessibility to some of these countries it would be so helpful
Hi Janet. So happy to know you love my videos. These resources might help: For becoming a digital nomad resources, you can check out www.digitalnomadbootcamp.com/ These resources will also help: • Medium: How to Make Money Online Fast: medium.com/the-post-grad-survival-guide/how-to-make-money-online-fast-e1c5d03d77aa • RU-vid: Remote Work Playlist ru-vid.com/group/PLsTStwiO7jmpbxGQeeiiqO1P6WidS1K7_ • Podcast: Finding Remote Jobs www.travelingwithkristin.com/digital-nomad-podcast/remote-jobs and How I Make Money Online as a Digital Nomad: www.travelingwithkristin.com/digital-nomad-podcast/make-money-online-digital-nomad My "how to become a digital nomad" playlist on RU-vid is also a great place to start!: ru-vid.com/group/PLsTStwiO7jmqS6l8UT_Mrgou3F69b8BKa If you’d like to chat on the phone or Zoom for more personalized recommendations, you can always book a consulting call with Kristin here: bit.ly/30MinDiscoveryCallKW
Do you mean when I started as a digital nomad or before? When I graduated from college I had $200 in cash and $20k in student loans. I’m not very tech savvy but it’s possible to be a nomad anyway
A little advice may from me, while being in Bansko make a video about the landscape around there. Many facts that you have mentioned the Yogurt in the world original have come from Bulgaria the list is too long of things like this. Nice video congrts
@@TravelingwithKristin the fully restored church in Bansko as well you must visit to. Just a fact for you to that from the sky slope you can see 3 mountain ranges the 3 peek's Rila,Pirin and Rodopi mountain.
I first visited Bulgaria back in 2004. Back then the "cheap" prices you mention would have seemed outrageous! But if you were caught speaking English they would also double the price of everything on you too.
Sure, but my wife is a native so we were fairly gringo proof over all. But I do remember seeing signs for prices that would read "Пет лева" in Bulgarian and "ten leva" in English so it was pretty easy to be exploited back then.
Hello there :) I am from Bulgaria! Where are you from? Prizes for western people are cheap of course but not for locals. The minimum wage per month is about 260 euro in Bulgaria and you can't do nothing with this money. It's really sad to talking about this but it's true.
Impossible to find tickets to the US for 150€ or 200€ and impossible to find tickets to Bangkok for 300€... been looking for days on multiple sites... might be a once in a while promo thing
Hi Kristin, After paying taxes for over 30 years in Canada and seeing how the government wastes my hard earned money and in exchange receiving very little, I have decided to move and live somewhere else. Fortunately, unlike you Americans, I don't have to renounce my citizenship. I am working through Internet, so I don't have to be tied to any place. I watched your videos on Georgia and I was thinking of going there as soon as travelling becomes safe. But after learning about Bulgaria, I am not sure which country would is better. It looks like from tax point of view they are identical. Both countries charge 10% and that is fine with me. Which one did you prefer and would recommend?
I don't know if you chose already. Both countries are amazing and I would live in both. Bulgaria has two huge positives though, it's part of the EU and it's closer to the rest of Europe, which makes traveling and business easier. Whichever you choose, good luck.
