Author of the historical research, material selecting and the text is the price winner of many gold awards on World Philatelic  Exhibitions in “Literature” class - Mr. Boris Kalinkov. With the help of archive and now-a-days photos, post cards and postage stamps , he traces the development of the tourism in the region. The interesting story of the old hotels in Varna, most not existing now, the building of the St.Constantine, Goldens Sands, Albena, Riviera, Sunny day resorts, the historical and cultural heritage in the region and many more little known facts are collected in this luxury book. It’s 128 full-colour pages, hard cover and additional cardboard printed in gold. The text is in Bulgarian and English.

            I am holding a book which is certain to be highly appreciated not only by professionals in the field of tourism – and not only by people living in Varna.

            Because this publication abounds in curious information, documentary evidence dating back to various ages, authentic historical facts on specific topics related to our national development and the international contacts of Varna and Bulgaria which so far have not been explored in any real depth.  The author, seeking to accomplish the ambitious goal of describing vividly the establishment and development of tourism on our lands, has actually achieved much more – he has succeeded in depicting a colourful historical picture of everyday life in Varna.

            This book gives us not only knowledge but also important evidence about the underlying European spirit of 26-century-old Varna, about its eternal aspirations to keep its ancestors’ traditions and, at the same time, to be an integral part of the modern world, to be trendy and popular (see the section on grape treatment in early 20^th century!), even coquettish (Beauty Contest on Varna beach in..... 1934!).... This book is an original presentation of the diverse and enchanting image of our Varna. Therefore it exudes a fragrance which is an exotic mixture of nostalgic past and successful future anticipating present.

            The reason is that the development of tourist industry in Varna has undoubtedly been among the priorities of our prospering city.

Kiril Yordanov

Mayor of Varna