Black Sea Safety Update: Bulgarian authorities say drones washing ashore near Varna are being treated as reconnaissance or decoys with no explosives, after multiple finds across Kabakum, Pasha Dere and nearby beaches; Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov urged people not to approach any debris as strong winds and currents linked to the Ukraine conflict are blamed for the growing incidents. Tourism Spending Watch: Bulgaria’s domestic travel spending rose by about 21% in Q2 2026, with higher food and accommodation costs, while spending abroad also increased—an indicator that Bulgarians are still traveling despite price pressure. Seaside Season Reality Check: Analysts point to 2026’s early stumble in Bulgarian seaside tourism, with “it became too expensive” cited as a key driver behind weaker demand before the season later steadied. Eurovision in Burgas: The government earmarked €20 million for Eurovision 2027 preparations, with funding aimed at security, transport, accommodation, infrastructure and tourism promotion. Cross-Border Travel: Renovation work at the Kapitan Andreevo border crossing (Bulgaria–Türkiye) is underway to boost capacity and ease congestion for trucks and seasonal travelers. New Route for Flyers: Direct Sofia–Yerevan flights are set to resume on November 7, operated twice weekly by GullivAir.