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Bulgaria Air celebrates its 19th birthday!
Expansion of the flight network with new destinations, new partnerships and code sharing collaborations worldwide, updated more profitable program for loyal customers Fly more, new even more convenient youth fares for students with Bulgaria Air and surprises for passengers - with this and other good news this year was marked for the national carrier.
On the occasion of its big holiday, the airline launched a Facebook game in which everyone can win two tickets on a direct flight of the national airline. In a comment below the game's Facebook post, those wishing to participate in the game must share a photo of their favorite destination and mark the person with whom they would like to share a second plane ticket if they win. All participants who meet these conditions will be included in a raffle for two tickets to their chosen destination of Bulgaria Air. In this way, the airline shares the celebration with all its passengers and thanks them for their trust over the years.
Despite the challenges which the Coronavirus pandemic represents for the aviation, Bulgaria Air constantly works on improving its services and invests in passenger’s comfort. This is the reason why on the occasion of its 19th birthday, on 4th, 5th and 6th of December, the airline organizes one more surprise – on the day of the celebration, all passengers on board on all flights of the airline will be given vouchers with 19% discount for their next flight.
On 4th of December 2002, was the first flight of Bulgaria Air in the direction Sofia – London – Paris – Sofia. Now, 19 years later, the airline operates up to 29 direct destinations in Europe, maintaining two domestic routes, connecting Sofia, Burgas and Varna. Thanks to its dozens of partners, the airline ansures its passengers the possibility to visit almost every corner of the Earth. Bulgaria Air is also a partner with world-renowned airlines such as Aegean, Aeroflot, Air France, Air Serbia, ITA Airways, Iberia, KLM and Qatar Airways.
Bulgaria Air has dozens of awards behind it. Several times, the national carrier has been named the most preferred airline on the Bulgarian market by the annual prestigious Sky Awards competition. The airline was awarded in two more categories of the same big competition - "Most preferred airline for short and medium flights from / to Bulgaria" (Sky short / middle haul) and "Most preferred airline by professionals" (Sky Friend).
Since the beginning of November, traveling with the national carrier has become even more enjoyable. The airline has resumed offering food on board, both in economy and business class. Passengers who choose to fly in economy class receive a free packaged hot sandwich and a drink of their choice, and business class passengers have the opportunity to enjoy a varied and very tasty 4-course menu. Everyone can make their trip more spacious and tasty by taking advantage of the Upgrade to Business Class service from 24 hours to 40 minutes before the flight. On the occasion of the resumption of catering, the airline allows more passengers to enjoy the culinary delights with attractive prices for business class tickets. Information about all current promotions of Bulgaria Air can be found on the company's website and social networks. Tickets can be purchased online at www.air.bg, as well as through the Bulgaria Air mobile application.
In the interest of the safety and health of passengers, the wearing of safety masks during a flight with Bulgaria Air remains mandatory for all. For maximum protection, the airline's aircraft are disinfected with both special detergents and ultraviolet (UV) rays through the HoneywellUV Cabin System II. The technology has been proven to destroy all viruses and bacteria from smooth surfaces.
The air quality in the aircraft is guaranteed by special HEPA filter systems, which ensure constant circulation of heat-treated air up to over 200 degrees, limiting the possible spread of any contamination by air.