The Ministry of Tourism and the operator of Sofia Airport have launched cooperation in support of Bulgarian tourism

The Minister of Tourism Stella Baltova held a meeting with Jesús Caballero, executive director of the Sofia Airport Operator – “SOF Connect” AD. The two discussed the possibilities for supporting winter tourism in Bulgaria through various upcoming initiatives, such as the opening of new lines and promotion of destination Bulgaria throughout the whole year.

“We are working hard to expand travel opportunities and open new routes which to bring more tourists to the winter resorts of Bulgaria”, said Jesús Caballero. He shared with the caretaker Minister and the experts of the Ministry of Tourism the plans of the new management to turn Sofia Airport in a modern and competitive European airport, by improving the environment and the experience for passengers and tourists. In the meantime, it has the potential to develop and become a regional hub.

Sofia Airport is also developing a new corporate website, which will present the logo with a hyperlink to the national tourist portal of Bulgaria Bulgariatravel.org.

“Bulgaria is a beautiful country and has something to show all year round. Promoting it as a destination in Europa, the Middle East and North America is our common goal”, said the executive director of the airport operator.

Minister Baltova pointed out that the exchange of data and information between the Ministry of Tourism and Sofia Airport would be extremely useful cooperation. The talks also discussed how, in the light of the pandemic, to ease the visa regime for travelers from third countries outside the European Union, especially those from the Middle East.