Is Bulgaria really one of Europe’s best-kept secrets — or is it simply not the right fit for everyone? After living in Sofia for a full year, I’ve experienced both sides. This article is not just a list of facts pulled from the internet or generated by ChatGPT — it’s built from real-life experience. The…
By 2025, many countries have introduced special digital nomad visas to attract remote workers. Bulgaria is often mentioned as a promising destination for freelancers and remote professionals due to its low cost of living and favorable tax regime. UPDATE August 2025. Bulgarian parliament approved the introduction of a Digital Nomad Visa. The details will soon…
If you’re a remote worker or digital nomad trying to figure out where to base yourself in Europe, Bulgaria probably isn’t the first country that comes to mind. But maybe it should be. In this article, I’ll break down which city in Bulgaria is best for digital nomads and remote professionals—based on first-hand experience, cost…
After spending about 1,5 years in Southeast Asia, and then relocating to Sofia, Bulgaria, we’ve had a lot of time to compare the two. This article is about sharing when and why one destination might suit you better than the other. As I’m writing this, I’m in Bangkok, Thailand. It’s Saturday, and I sent my…
Bulgaria is a country in Southeastern Europe which over the last decade has experienced one of the fastest population declines in the world, with an 11.5% decrease, equivalent to 845,000 people. Despite this trend, we decided to move and make Bulgaria our new home. Here’s why. Freedom of Movement with EU Membership in Bulgaria As…