easyJet names the cheapest resort in Europe: what is known about the city.

Nessebar - the cheapest resort town in Europe

According to The Sun: Everyone loves great deals for vacations, and the little-known town in Bulgaria has been recognized as the cheapest option for travelers.

easyJet conducted calculations and presented the 'Cheap Beach Index', which lists the 20 best destinations for affordable holidays in Europe.

At the top of the list for affordability is Nessebar with its beautiful beaches, where a glass of beer costs £1.60 and a night in a three-star hotel is just £45. This town on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast is known not only for its beaches but also for its history and charming cobbled streets.

It's not just an ideal place to relax under the Bulgarian sun, but also very affordable. The average price for ice cream is £1.20, a family lunch will cost about £28, and dinner for two with three courses is £22.

Getting to Nessebar is easy: easyJet offers direct flights to Burgas starting from £32.99. Nessebar is only 35 minutes away from Burgas.

About the city

Nessebar is divided into Old and New Town. The New Town is full of seafood restaurants, shops, trendy bars, and hotels.

The Old Town, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983, is connected to the mainland by a narrow bridge.

At the approach to Old Nessebar stands a windmill, built in the 19th century, which is a symbol of the town's rich maritime history.

In Old Nessebar, several ancient ruins and monuments can be found, including the Church of St. Stephen, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 11th century.

Among the significant ancient monuments in Nessebar is the Thracian necropolis, dating back to the 6th century BC, with 40 tombs. There is also the Nessebar Archaeological Museum, which offers an intriguing insight into the city's history.

“One of the cheapest and most delicious ways to eat in the Old Town is at the 'Hemingway' restaurant. I enjoyed traditional Bulgarian dishes like banitsa (a pastry snack) and kebapche (fried meat dish), treating myself to stunning sea views. The lunch cost £6, and the cocktail was £4.”

The South Nessebar beach is famous for its golden sand and bright waters. Another popular beach is Irakli, which is about a 30-minute drive from Nessebar.

Thanks to mild temperatures in October, with an average daily temperature of 18°C, Nessebar becomes a pleasant place to relax in the autumn.

Other affordable resorts

Coming in second for affordability is the Budva Riviera in Montenegro. Here you can also enjoy beer for £1.90 and coffee for £1.50. Return airfare costs £70, accommodation in a three-star hotel is £55, and the average lunch for two costs £30.

The Budva Riviera is located on the Adriatic coast in western Montenegro, where life revolves around the ancient town of Budva. Visitors can go to Pетровац Beach or take an excursion to the beaches of St. Nicholas Island.

Another affordable destination is Costa de Almería in Spain, known for its unique Tabernas desert and golden beaches. Beers cost £3, ice cream is £1.80, and a return flight ticket costs £60.

Also, on Costa Dorada, Costa Blanca, and Costa del Sol in Spain, beer costs £2.55, making these destinations ideal for budget travelers.

Thus, Nessebar is recognized as the cheapest holiday destination in Europe, making it an attractive choice for anyone planning travels but not wanting to spend too much money. The town offers not only affordable prices but also a rich cultural experience that everyone should feel.