The Life of Brad: November 2023

Day 40-41. Why wouldn't I go back to Bulgaria. I did like the coast and the food fit my diet and I always thought I would see Sofia on the trip so it all made sense. A quick 2.5 hr flight from the easy to get to Antalya airport (not what I heard about Istanbul) and I was back changing money at an incredible rate near my well appointed studio apartment near the city centre.

Last moments of Turkiye...and the flight over to Sofia.

But first how was Turkiye? Definitely some highs and lows here. Lots of beauty and new culture to take in, but as a single male traveller I did come against some restrictions of which places I could go and yet another country where reservations are a big thing. Lots to see and do, touristy yes and prices are up and you likely won't have a chance at the language, but overall an experience to have. I would recommend Turkiye and definitely to get out of Istanbul and head to the South and Southwest coast line.

Pretty busy

of course pricy

Goodbye Turkiye

Great to have a window seat

Safely landed in Sofia

Nice enough airport. I didn't have much expectation of Sofia, but after a few days visit I really liked it. Lots of down home foods I can eat, live music and comedy! and surprising amount of beautiful areas and structures including preserved ruins like in Varna.