Bulgaria Away - 6th June 2009

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06/04/2009, 4:44 PM
northerncelt

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Originally Posted by finbarrk

Those flights from Bourgas are gone expensive now, only business class left. Varna is an option for anyone in Sunny Beach but its about �50-�70in a taxi to the airport and a journey of an hour and a half maybe.
The trains are sh*te and I dont fancy driving the journey to Sofia.

Yeh flights to Sofia from both of them airports are surprisingly expensive. Im thinking renting a car and driving up from Sunny beach to sofia on the day of the game might be the best option. 4 hr drive maybe. Hotel in sofia and drive down back on the sunday. looks like about 120 euro will cover the car rental for the 2 days so if theres a car full of us its cheap as chips. Just a pity its 200k journey;(!!

Package with Thomas Cook from Belfast Mon 01 June - Tues 09 June �375 each (4 people 2 rooms). That seems ok to me. anyone disagree?;)
07/04/2009, 10:39 AM
finbarrk

Quote:

Originally Posted by northerncelt

Yeh flights to Sofia from both of them airports are surprisingly expensive. Im thinking renting a car and driving up from Sunny beach to sofia on the day of the game might be the best option. 4 hr drive maybe. Hotel in sofia and drive down back on the sunday. looks like about 120 euro will cover the car rental for the 2 days so if theres a car full of us its cheap as chips. Just a pity its 200k journey;(!!

Package with Thomas Cook from Belfast Mon 01 June - Tues 09 June �375 each (4 people 2 rooms). That seems ok to me. anyone disagree?;)

I might be intrested in that car. Would the journey be done in 4 hours do you think?
07/04/2009, 1:49 PM
NeilMcD

Just a reminder that this Thursday is the final day for applying for tickets for the Bulgaria game.
07/04/2009, 2:32 PM
Claret Murph

Quote:

Originally Posted by NeilMcD

Just a reminder that this Thursday is the final day for applying for tickets for the Bulgaria game.

Jezzzz that was quick , thanks Neil :)
07/04/2009, 3:35 PM
AidoM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NeilMcD

Just a reminder that this Thursday is the final day for applying for tickets for the Bulgaria game.

Correction :confused:

It's the final day for requesting an application form to be sent to you for tickets :p
07/04/2009, 3:38 PM
eaststand85

Only the FAI would think of this:

"The closing date to apply for an application form for this fixture is Thursday April 9th 2009".
07/04/2009, 5:54 PM
NeilMcD

Quote:

Originally Posted by AidoM

Correction :confused:

It's the final day for requesting an application form to be sent to you for tickets :p

Yeah sorry that is what I meant, sorry.
07/04/2009, 6:14 PM
Colie

What's the chances of another charter. That'd save my day.
08/04/2009, 5:18 AM
mypost

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Originally Posted by reder

We are staying in the Arena Di Serdica Hotel in the city centre. Got a great deal on an executive room. Cheaper than the Radisson.

It won't say Arena di Serdica of course. It'll be "Арена ди Сердика". ;)
08/04/2009, 8:08 AM
cobra

Quote:

Originally Posted by northerncelt

Yeh flights to Sofia from both of them airports are surprisingly expensive. Im thinking renting a car and driving up from Sunny beach to sofia on the day of the game might be the best option. 4 hr drive maybe. Hotel in sofia and drive down back on the sunday. looks like about 120 euro will cover the car rental for the 2 days so if theres a car full of us its cheap as chips. Just a pity its 200k journey;(!!

Package with Thomas Cook from Belfast Mon 01 June - Tues 09 June �375 each (4 people 2 rooms). That seems ok to me. anyone disagree?;)

Were flying into Sofia on the friday for the game, then Sunday heading down to the coast and flying home on the thursday with aer lingus from bourgas to Dublin.
On hiring a car, I have driven over there and I can honestly say they are the worst drivers I have ever came across.
08/04/2009, 9:45 AM
northerncelt

Quote:

Originally Posted by cobra

Were flying into Sofia on the friday for the game, then Sunday heading down to the coast and flying home on the thursday with aer lingus from bourgas to Dublin.
On hiring a car, I have driven over there and I can honestly say they are the worst drivers I have ever came across.

what was the damage for this Cobra?? u getting train down to coast?

Finbarrk..... ill keep you posted if we do it that way.
08/04/2009, 9:45 AM
jbyrne

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Originally Posted by eaststand85

Only the FAI would think of this:

"The closing date to apply for an application form for this fixture is Thursday April 9th 2009".

maybe its this kind of thinking that has led to a very efficient ticket system for away matches that has resulted in me never once being left outside an away match stadium without a ticket. if your statement was a slag on the FAI you are way off the mark
08/04/2009, 9:51 AM
eaststand85

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Originally Posted by jbyrne

maybe its this kind of thinking that has led to a very efficient ticket system for away matches that has resulted in me never once being left outside an away match stadium without a ticket. if your statement was a slag on the FAI you are way off the mark

Well done you. I'm simply laughing at the absurdity of making people apply for application forms.
08/04/2009, 10:00 AM
finbarrk

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Originally Posted by eaststand85

Well done you. I'm simply laughing at the absurdity of making people apply for application forms.

Whats the problem with applying for an application form?
08/04/2009, 10:01 AM
jbyrne

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Originally Posted by eaststand85

Well done you. I'm simply laughing at the absurdity of making people apply for application forms.

it gives them an opportunity to have an early idea of what the ticket requirement will be and base their ticket quantity application to the home association accordingly. i'm sure there are other benefits also. the whole process is pretty well handled
08/04/2009, 10:09 AM
finbarrk

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Originally Posted by northerncelt

what was the damage for this Cobra?? u getting train down to coast?

Finbarrk..... ill keep you posted if we do it that way.

This flight is reasonable. Varna- Sofia Fri dep 17.55, Sofia- Varna Sun dep 09.30. Around €65 total.
It might be a better option. Thats if we can get away with 2 nights!

http://wftc2.e-travel.com/plnext/bul...0914!741456316
08/04/2009, 10:14 AM
eaststand85

Quote:

Originally Posted by jbyrne

it gives them an opportunity to have an early idea of what the ticket requirement will be and base their ticket quantity application to the home association accordingly. i'm sure there are other benefits also. the whole process is pretty well handled

Didn't realise people were so sensitive about the "benefits" of FAI bureaucracy, surely it's just as easy and beneficial to ask people to apply once rather than twice? Never mind, was just a thought.
08/04/2009, 11:37 AM
cobra

Quote:

Originally Posted by northerncelt

what was the damage for this Cobra?? u getting train down to coast?

was �202 for the flights when we booked them, just checked them there now and same flights are �280
ryanair dub-ltn, then wizz air ltn-sofia

Undecided about way down yet, coach can take 5-6 hours(maybe longer) only about �12 though, train can take longer:rolleyes: cheap too though, flights are working out dear enough and dont leave til late sunday night.
Taxi company i know of are charging �160 for 4 people/ 180 for 6. Journey taking 4- 4 1/2 hours.
Might opt for the train just to see the countryside, done the journey last December but was an overnight train
08/04/2009, 2:00 PM
gspain

Quote:

Originally Posted by eaststand85

Didn't realise people were so sensitive about the "benefits" of FAI bureaucracy, surely it's just as easy and beneficial to ask people to apply once rather than twice? Never mind, was just a thought.

I imagine it is to ascertain demand at the moment. Otherwise they will have to wait until they know prices.

By accepting applications now they can tell the Bulgarians they'd sell X tickets. This increases the chances of getting an increased allocation. It means in most cases all travelling fans (that apply in time) end up with a ticket.
09/04/2009, 10:23 PM
Tipperary_Man

wizzair fly out early sunday and monday morning to rome (Da Vinci) arrive at 0655, you have 4 hours to get to the other airport in Rome (Ciampino) where you can fly to Dublin with Ryanair
If people want to come out on the Saturday Easyjet have a flight from Gatwick at 6am to Sofia and the price is reasonable, might mean sleeping the night in Gatwick itself though but you can get a cheap flight over from Dublin or Shannon late Friday night
10/04/2009, 9:09 PM
galah

anyone know the cheapest flight to get over either on the thursday night or friday ....?
11/04/2009, 8:51 AM
Curtains

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Originally Posted by galah

anyone know the cheapest flight to get over either on the thursday night or friday ....?

Were flying from london heathrow on the thursday evening at 6pm with bulgaria air. Flying out on the thurs and back on either the sunday or monday comes in at �150 all in. Were goin from belfast so flying aer lingus into heathrow each day.
11/04/2009, 10:53 AM
Sligo Hornet

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Originally Posted by Curtains

Were flying from london heathrow on the thursday evening at 6pm with bulgaria air. Flying out on the thurs and back on either the sunday or monday comes in at �150 all in. Were goin from belfast so flying aer lingus into heathrow each day.

let's hope you are not wearing those gay "Pink hats";)
11/04/2009, 8:10 PM
Curtains

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Originally Posted by Sligo Hornet

let's hope you are not wearing those gay "Pink hats";)

Those pink hats are legendary. They are the first thing packed when we go over. I dont care how warm it is, the pink ireland hats will be on!! :D
13/04/2009, 9:37 AM
Moscow Mule

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Originally Posted by Curtains

Those pink hats are legendary. They are the first thing packed when we go over. I dont care how warm it is, the pink ireland hats will be on!! :D

Enough said!!
13/04/2009, 3:19 PM
JT,New'09

Wizzair

Hi,
Im new to this forum. I have just booked the trip this week with 3 of the girls:p. Flying from Dublin on the Thursday@6pm to london luton, then take wizzair flight at 9.30 to Sofia. Flying back on the sunday at 11am In total got both flights and accomodation in Sveta hotel for 3 nights total price inc taxes etc was �380.00 euro cant go wrong, :cool:
14/04/2009, 8:31 AM
Doire Abu

Quote:

Originally Posted by JT,New'09

Hi,
Im new to this forum. I have just booked the trip this week with 3 of the girls:p. Flying from Dublin on the Thursday@6pm to london luton, then take wizzair flight at 9.30 to Sofia. Flying back on the sunday at 11am In total got both flights and accomodation in Sveta hotel for 3 nights total price inc taxes etc was �380.00 euro cant go wrong, :cool:

We're on the same flight, although Wizz have changed the time to 9.55. It now doesn't arrive until 2.55am. Now we just have to find a nice late bar.
14/04/2009, 9:13 AM
JT,New'09

Viva Sofia

Im sure we will find one :D, anyhow our body clocks will still only be 12.55 as we land 2.55 Sofia time ( two hours ahead ) what hotel have you booked?
Im sure there will be some amount of alcohol consumed between Dublin Airport , London Luton and then Viva Sofia !!! :p
Have you sorted out your tickets for the match yet ? A couple of us have sent in emails to ticket requests , still waiting to hear though,
11 of us have booked now all flying on the Thursday , going to be good crack :cool:
14/04/2009, 9:18 AM
green army

Quote:

Originally Posted by Doire Abu

We're on the same flight, although Wizz have changed the time to 9.55. It now doesn't arrive until 2.55am. Now we just have to find a nice late bar.

3 of us on the same flight. dublin to luton. luton -sofia at 9.55pm on 4th june. coming home on the sunday, think the flight to luton is 11am. looking for accomodation now.
14/04/2009, 10:34 AM
JT,New'09

Try Sveta Sofia, ( hotels.com) we got 3 nights tripple room for �26.00 euro a night each B&B !
15/04/2009, 9:43 AM
Doire Abu

Quote:

Originally Posted by JT,New'09

Im sure we will find one :D, anyhow our body clocks will still only be 12.55 as we land 2.55 Sofia time ( two hours ahead ) what hotel have you booked?
Im sure there will be some amount of alcohol consumed between Dublin Airport , London Luton and then Viva Sofia !!! :p
Have you sorted out your tickets for the match yet ? A couple of us have sent in emails to ticket requests , still waiting to hear though,
11 of us have booked now all flying on the Thursday , going to be good crack :cool:

We're in the Hotel Lion by the Lion bridge. Dodgy area by all accounts, and �328.00 for a twin and a single for 3 nights, no triples unfortunately. Just the tickets to get now.
15/04/2009, 11:37 AM
Green Tribe

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Originally Posted by NeilMcD

Yeah sorry that is what I meant, sorry.

don't be sorry neil, he'll have you flag folding, 2 hail marys and ironing as your penance!
15/04/2009, 12:05 PM
JT,New'09

Another friend went on line this morning to book same trip. Wizzair flight on the Thursday to Sunday has not gone up to �400:( , not adding on ryaniar to london and hotel
she should of moved faster !! :( Going to cost her �540 now and would of been �360 forthnight ago
15/04/2009, 1:27 PM
eaststand85

Lufthansa still have availability from Dublin via Frankfurt on Thursday and Friday and returning Sunday for �395 and Air France are available via Paris for �470. Saves on the London flights and travelling with the one airline removes the risk of missing connecting flights and being left stranded.
15/04/2009, 1:53 PM
Green Tribe

not sure if this posted already but another option which might suit some people is British Airways 168 sterling return Heathrow to Sofia. Times aren't great though but there are other times which are more expensive.

08:30
4 Jun 13:40
4 Jun Heathrow (London) Sofia BA0890
British Airways Euro Traveller

Currency calculator
Email flight details
Change flights
Inbound - Sunday 7 Jun, 2009
06:45
7 Jun 08:00
7 Jun Sofia Heathrow (London) BA0893
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Price breakdown
Passenger Price Taxes, fees, charges and surcharges* per person Inclusive total
1 Adult � 97.00 � 71.00 � 168.00
15/04/2009, 1:54 PM
jbyrne

spent a bit extra and went for a direct flight only charter to Bari. getting a direct flight to and especially from the match actually makes the trip twice as good IMO. worth every cent.
i know the packages can appear to be very expensive but when the destination is difficult it can be the way to do it
15/04/2009, 2:50 PM
JT,New'09

When will tickets for the match be available, Do you think they will be expensive ? :cool:
15/04/2009, 3:55 PM
magnumpi

finally got round to booking a hotel, am in the sveta sofia. was gonna go for hotel downtown, as i think someone said breakfast in sveta was "inedible". probably won't be up in time for breakfast if friday night is good.

anyone else heard the the food in bulgaria is terrible?

anyway, can't wait now. hope atmosphere/result is as good as bari.
15/04/2009, 4:02 PM
EastTerracer

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Originally Posted by magnumpi

anyone else heard the the food in bulgaria is terrible?

I spent a few weeks working out there a few years ago and the food isn't any worse than anywhere else. There are all the usual fast-food joints if you are happy with Micky Ds or KFC. Beyond that there are plenty of pizza places and a few chinese and indian places as well. JJ Murphys do all the usual Irish pub grub (I think there are a couple of newer Irish bars as well)
http://www.jjmurphys.com/index-c-bro...gory-el-9.html

For something a bit different you could always try this place - Beyond the Alley, Behind the Cupboard (one of the more upmarket places in Sofia)
http://www.beyond-the-alley.com/indexe.htm

Knowing my away trips it will be a kebab hunt after the pubs close....
15/04/2009, 4:54 PM
Newryrep

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Originally Posted by galah

anyone know the cheapest flight to get over either on the thursday night or friday ....?

Posted this on YBIG

Fri Dub - Duss 07.15 - 10.00 Aer Lingus (e100rtn)

Fri Col - Sof 18.00 - 21.35 Germanwings (e150rtn)

Mon sof - col 15.55 - 17.40 Germanwings

MonDuss - Dub 21.10-22.00 Aer Lingus

Dusseldorf airport is about 40min from centre of Cologne plenty of time to get from cologne airport .

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