The Nomads Are Coming...

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In this week’s Buzz:

• UBB banking services go down across the country

• Local municipality set to target unlicensed landlords

• Gold medal for young mathematics champion from Bansko

• Bansko is host city for the European Rafting Championship

• Bansko Run Club legging it around town on Tuesdays

Over 750 digital wanderers are set to arrive for
Bansko Nomad Fest

If you’re in Bansko at the moment, you might have already seen the town feeling a little busier than usual, with nomads and wanderers returning to town before the nomad fest begins on Sunday (22nd).

The Bansko Nomad Fest organisers are expecting around 750 people to attend the event. It all starts next Sunday, from around 5pm (either in the town square or in the town park, location to be confirmed) when attendees will meet for registration and a group photo. Then, every day, presentations are held in the main lecture halls in town, and in the afternoons, unconferences and other events will take place in the town park.

From the 22nd to the 29th, if you’re thinking about going out for lunch or dinner, consider making a reservation. Additionally, please note that due to other events occurring in Bansko and its surrounding towns during the same period, a large number of individuals may be present in town at the same time.

Bansko Nomad Festival

Starting on Sunday (22 June) for an entire week, join fellow digital nomads, business owners, and entrepreneurs for 50+ expert speakers delivering talks on entrepreneurship, remote work, personal development, travel, adventure, and much more.

Over 100 unconference sessions, with workshops, keynote talks, and networking events. In 2024, there were over 800 participants from 43 countries, so you’ll make some great connections.

Get your ticket here (use code buzz for a discount).

Inside the Bansko Notice Board Group

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Is The Chairlift in Dobrinishte (Bezbog Hut) Running?
Michael asked whether the chairlift to Bezbog Hut in Dobrinishte is running. It appears to be still in maintenance mode at the moment. See what people had to say.

Travelling From Bansko To Thessaloniki On The Bus
Silvia wanted to know whether you can take a bus from Bansko to Thessaloniki in Greece. See what advice people had to say.

Has Anyone Moved To Bansko From The UK?
Jodie is considering moving to Bansko from the UK and is seeking fellow Brits to answer a few questions. See who offered to help.

UBB Account Services Go Down
John posted that UBB’s whole banking network went down on Friday. This meant you weren’t able to use any of their services, and some card machines in restaurants and bars also stopped working.

(The above posts are publicly accessible. You don’t need a Facebook account to view them.)

Local/Municipality News

Local Municipality Targets Unregistered Landlords 
Local hoteliers in Bansko have been requesting that the municipality enforce regulations on individuals renting out their apartments in town without being registered with the local authorities. The hoteliers have complained that it is unfair because these individuals won’t take tourist tax payments and register guests correctly. Read more. [Translation required.]

Gold Medal for Young Talent at National Mental Arithmetics Olympiad
Martin Cheresharov from Bansko won a gold medal at the national mathematics competition in Plovdiv this month. Six out of the 400 participants were from Bansko. Read more.

Awards for Bansko Male Singing Groups in Simitli
Two male singing groups from Bansko won awards at a recent festival in Simitli. A five-member jury evaluated the participating groups, and one of the groups from Bansko was awarded second place. Read more.

Municipality Reminds Residents and Tourists About Fire Safety for Summer
Bansko Municipality has reminded both residents and visitors of the importance of fire safety awareness as temperatures rise and the area becomes increasingly dry. Read more.

Bansko Student Scores High in Bulgarian Language & Literature Competition
Local Bansko student from PGEE - gr, Ivan Kuelev, scored the maximum available points (100/100) on the state maturity exam in Bulgarian language and literature. He joins a small number of top achievers in the country. Read more.

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Events Next Week

Bansko Run Club
On Tuesday (17th) at 6.30pm, meeting at Altspace Coworking’s central location on Gotse Delchev Street, the Bansko Run Club will set off on a 5km run around town and will finish at Pivoteka for refreshments. More info.

Cocktails & Salsa Open Wonderland
On Tuesday (17th) from 7pm, the organisers of Bansko Nomad Wonderland (a coliving popup) are organising an evening of cocktails and dancing at Danny’s bar (here). The event is free, and anyone is welcome to attend.

Pulse Yoga Festival
A three-day yoga festival at Grand Hotel Bansko will take place from Friday (20th) to Sunday (22nd). This is a three-day yoga event dedicated to inner harmony, movement and awareness. More info. [Translation required.]

Kolibata Cacao Dances & Summer Glow Parties Return
Starting on Friday (20th) and running on a number of Saturdays over the summer, the Caco & Ecstatic Dance parties return to Kolibata at 5.30pm to 9pm. Straight after (9pm to 2am), a Glow UV Party is on with DJs playing progressive house and techno. More info.

International Dance Festival
On Saturday (21st), from 10am in Dobrinishte, this year’s International Dance Festival will be held in the main local community center. The organisers invite people to a show featuring stylish choreographies, a rich variety of dances, and moments of emotion and inspiration. More info.

Bulgarian Clothing & Traditions Event
Returning for its second year on Saturday (21st), from 9pm in the village of Elesnitsa, there will be a three-hour performance, special decor and artistic lighting, and a live performance on Elesnitsa Square celebrating Bulgarian clothing and traditions. More info.

Local Football Competition
On Saturday (21st) and Sunday (22nd), there will be a football competition in Razlog that includes different age categories (U10, U12, U14, U16, and adults). There is a prize of 1,000 BGN for the team that wins in the adult category. More info.

108 Sun Salutations Yoga Event
On Saturday (21st), from 7.30am at the gondola area, Lotus Vibe is running a free yoga event for the International Day of Yoga. More info.

Bansko is Host City for the European Rafting Championship
From Monday 23rd to Sunday 29th of June, the European Rafting Competition will take place on part of the Struma River (Kresna Gorge). Bansko has been chosen as the host city, which means that some competitors and media personnel may stay in Bansko, and there may be some events or ceremonies in town. However, I doubt they’ll be using Glazne River for training 😂. More info.

Bansko Fringe Festival
On Wednesday 25th and Thursday 26th of June, the Bansko Nomad Fringe Festival returns to Altspace Coworking’s Summit location from 6pm to 9pm. Different talks include Tantra, Death, Overcoming Anxiety, The Dangers of Spirituality, and The Power of Less. The event is free, and anyone is welcome to attend. More info.

Photo of the Week

The case of the disappearing dragonfly.

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