Tourism Sector Alarmed: Over 70,000 Israeli Visitors Cancel Trips to Bulgaria

Bulgaria’s tourism sector is facing a significant setback after the cancellation of trips by Israeli visitors due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. According to the Bulgarian Hotel and Restaurant Association (BHRA), the country may lose more than 70,000 tourists from Israel, particularly affecting destinations such as Bansko and the Northern Black Sea coast. In a letter addressed to caretaker Tourism Minister Irena Georgieva, the association called on the state to take urgent measures to help the industry compensate for the lost bookings....