Ken Drewitt
@Fingers
English expat in Bulgaria
Forum posts
30
Contacts
1
About me
English
Lives in Kabile close to Yambol
Speaks English
Registration: 26 May 2014
Sports in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The Olympic Games are now just a few days away and we would like to talk about sports. What sports are the most popular and/or unusual in Bulgaria? Are sports facilities easily accessible there? Where and how can one find ...
I have in my life been an avid sportsman. I was an international swimmer and water polo player and an avid runner, specialising in the mile, with a best time of 4 minutes 10 seconds. Now, aged 80 years, I am no longer an active sportsman but I am an ... Read More
Expand your social circle in Bulgaria by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Moving to Bulgaria means leaving one's family and friends behind. Creating a circle of friends or joining an existing one should therefore be paramount in order to fight loneliness in your host country. But how can one develop ...
St190dnr - So you have been in Bulgaria 3 years and find it difficult to meet likeminded people. Perhaps you should alter your parameters as people do not wish to be like you. I have been in Bulgaria for 6 years and have countless Bulgarian friends ... Read More
A breakdown of living costs in a village by Corter
I have been lucky enough that an expat living in a village not far from Veliko Tarnovo has let me borrow and reprint here a breakdown of actual living costs. It originally appeared as a post in The Pavlikeni Post a Facebook group and there was a ...
Hello again Kristian, You suggest that I try Mastika to accompany home grown vegetables. I do not like Mastika and have a similar aversion to Rakia. I have been in Bulgaria for 6 years and have managed to get myself a Bulgarian wife, 40 years my ... Read More
A breakdown of living costs in a village by Corter
I have been lucky enough that an expat living in a village not far from Veliko Tarnovo has let me borrow and reprint here a breakdown of actual living costs. It originally appeared as a post in The Pavlikeni Post a Facebook group and there was a ...
Hi Kristian, I have difficulty understanding how you put a numerical value on the taste of a vegetable. Personally I do not see any difference between shop bought vegetables and home grown other that the effort one is required to expend to cultivate ... Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Hi Beezone. Whilst it is not Lea & Perrins you can get, in Kaufland, Heinz Wocestershire Sauce. I use it and have failed to notice a great difference. Marmite I used to get in our local English Shop but the owner died and I have not found ... Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
I have never been able to find nail brushes in BG and always ask visiting friends to bring some from the UK. Also getting insect repellents containing DEET has proven impossible and I now order via the internet. Read More
Essentials to live in Bulgaria by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Bulgaria, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Bulgaria? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would ...
Well Ianinbg this is not true. Both Kaufland and Billa stock teabags of Ahmad Tea, London as well as their loose tea. Iwould strongly recommend it. It is excellent. Read More
Driving in Bulgaria by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Bulgaria? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
I told you I did not know of any restrictions for cyclists and trap drivers. I suggest you sober up and research it for yourself. I will tell you about an experience I had with the police whilst cycling in the UK. I was pulled over for doing 46mph ... Read More
Driving in Bulgaria by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Bulgaria? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
Krisoxo: You think that driving at 200 kph is okay if you feel confident to do so. What a load of rubbish. We are talking about driving on public highways not racetracks. If you have a blow-out at this speed you are going to crash and your next ... Read More
Driving in Bulgaria by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Bulgaria? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
The official drink/drive limit in Bulgaria is 0.05mg which is practically zero tolerance. Also the police have been following zero tolerance of late so it is best not to drink at all. Regarding cyclists and horse drawn vehicles I have no knowledge, ... Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Respects to your suggestions but I think I will stick with the wife. Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Stepool I have spoken to the mayor in our village on many occasions and this has never happened. I always had to get the services of an interpreter until I married a Bulgarian and my wife now acts in that capacity. The mayor in your village is ... Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Hello again Phil & Les, In the last post I made to you I did not answer your question on how you would find out about the total gypsy population. Another post suggested you enquire of the local Bulgarian residents which is a good idea. Also do ... Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Hello Phil & Les, The village in which we live is Kabile, which in Roman times was the capital of Bulgaria, close to the city of Yambol. It has a population of around 1500 and is looked upon, by Bulgarians and others alike, as a prestigious ... Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Hello Gadge. I am by no means the greatest authority on Bulgaria but I'll just mention a few things to you. Properties in coastal resorts that are frequented by tourists are more expensive. If you feel you must be by the sea or up in the ... Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Just read your blog 'Fancy a pint/' So my suggestion of having a beer will certainly not go astray. Read More
What do you like the most in Bulgaria? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Bulgaria? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Bulgaria and the reason why you enjoy ...
Hi there Terry. I have now lived in Bulgaria for just over 5 years and I love it. When I lived in England my wife died and this was the greatest contributing factor to my leaving the UK. It resulted in my viewing a house in the village of Kabile, ... Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
Hello Annanirvanna. You ask for suggestions of villages in the Yambol area. The one in which I live, Kabile, is probably the nearest to Yambol being a distance of 6km. There are 3 shops and 2 nice bars come cafes. Kabile, in Roman times, was the ... Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
Happymeet: One thing that is very important. When you receive your insurance certificate keep it safe and only present a copy of it if you require treatment. The reason for this is they retain the certificate and if you use the original you will ... Read More
current rules to live in Bulgaria full time by annanirvanna
Hi looking for precise info on moving to Bulgaria (BG) & living there permanently. I am a 64 year old UK citizen receiving pensions. I left UK 8 years ago to live in Sinai Egypt where hubby studied & later worked in the diving industry. ...
Happyneet: I moved to Bulgaria at the age of 73 yrs. and I had my medical documents from the NHS transferred to my doctor here. I, as a result of this, received a non-contributary health insurance backed by the NHS. I have used it on 2 or 3 ... Read More
Using foreign degree for obtaining driver's license by perjas
I would like to get a driver's license here in Sofia, where I live. I never had a driver's license before, so I will have to go through the whole system. The main hurdle seems to be to get my Belgian high school degree recognised here, ...
perjas I suggest you do not bother with a Bulgarian licence. Just use your American licence and renew it as and when necessary. I drive on a British licence and have done for the 5 years I have been here. I also think that you can, if you wish, get, ... Read More
Driving in Bulgaria by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Bulgaria? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving ...
The standard of driving in Bulgaria varies a lot. The Bulgarians are, in general, extremely poor drivers. They do not abide by the rules of the road and will often ignore red lights, undertaking is a constant worry, driving the wrong way down a ... Read More
I bought, but not moved over...yet! by GeorgieB
Hi Everyone - I decided to view in the Winter, when conditions and viewing houses are not ideal. That way, I'd be pleasantly surprised come Spring and Summer. I began my online search a year ago, and fell in love with one particular house near ...
Hi Terry. Bulgarian people are very friendly, sometimes too friendly, and many speak English and will readily help you with translation. You state that you plan to learn Bulgarian but do not assume that will be an easy task. I have been in Bulgaria ... Read More
Veliko Turnovo or Yambol ? by Roka44
Hi Me and my partner are moving to Bulgaria in March.We found houses we like in both Veliko Turnovo and Yambol area but we can not decide which area to go for.Any information about both areas i.e weather,population break down,access to ...
Sara Brunger. the 2 areas information was required on were VT and Yambol - not VT and Varna. Read More
Veliko Turnovo or Yambol ? by Roka44
Hi Me and my partner are moving to Bulgaria in March.We found houses we like in both Veliko Turnovo and Yambol area but we can not decide which area to go for.Any information about both areas i.e weather,population break down,access to ...
Hi! I live in the village of Kabile which is about 6KM from Yambol. The population of the village is approximately 1500, having 2 bars and 3 shops. Yambol has a population of around 80k and has a variety of restaurants, bars and shops and there are ... Read More
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Well Wags without enjoyment life is hardly worth living. Read More
New Member
Whilst I have lived in Bulgaria for 4 years I am new to this site. I live in Kabile, about 6km from Yambol, where I have a villa I am still working on. Does it ever stop? Luckily I have a beautiful Bulgarian woman living with me who helps me a lot. ... Read More