AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoCulture & Letters: Bulgaria marks May 24 with nationwide celebrations for Saints Cyril and Methodius, the alphabet, education and culture—plus a reminder of how the holiday’s anthem “Varvi, narode vazrodeni” was first performed 125 years ago. Tourism Pulse: Florence is reporting record momentum heading into 2026, with 2025 arrivals and overnight stays up year-on-year, driven by international and cultural travel. Travel Safety Watch: Northern Bulgaria is still dealing with severe flooding after rivers overflowed, triggering evacuations and emergency measures in places like Veliko Tarnovo, Sevlievo, Apriltsi and parts of Gabrovo. Black Sea Season Prep: On the coast, mayors and the tourism ministry say beaches are in excellent condition and extra cleanliness, medical coverage and cross-border police support are being lined up for summer. Deals & Demand: Jet2 says May half-term departures hit record levels, while new research flags Bulgaria’s Bourgas area as the cheapest all-inclusive option for British travellers in 2026.
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