Bankso: the city that ‘has it all'?

The Bulgarian city of Bansko continues to blossom into a thrilling ‘resort for all seasons', argues one company.

From its modest beginnings as a small ski resort, Bansko has welcomed multi million euro investment programmes; achieved record growth in tourism arrivals (with a 25% increase between the 2005/06 and 2006/07 seasons); witnessed a property boom and transformed itself into one of the most exhilarating and fun resorts in Europe.

Year round appeal

The city and its surrounding slopes, mountains, geography and environment have so much more to offer adventurous holidaymakers than just ski runs; there is true year round appeal in Bansko with those particularly in search of winter fun able to enjoy themselves for at least six months of the year.

Tam Stanley, director of Property Growth International enthused: "Bansko has it all which is why it is one of our most requested locations among all real estate seekers, not just those hunting for a ski property.

"For example, Bansko has a new five million euro mega-mall for shopoholics and there are five star hotels and residential resorts in and around the town with a fantastic array of onsite amenities.

"From indoor pools and saunas at the residential developments to complete wellness centers and indoor sports facilities at the superior hotels in Bansko, this is not just a resort for all seasons it's a resort for all tastes as well."