{"id":37557,"date":"2026-01-10T13:24:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-10T11:24:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/?p=37557"},"modified":"2026-02-11T20:45:43","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T18:45:43","slug":"second-cabin-in-bansko-foreigners-facebook-discussion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vbansko.com\/en\/second-cabin-in-bansko-foreigners-facebook-discussion\/","title":{"rendered":"Second booth in Bansko: Foreigners \u201cFOR\u201d and \u201cAGAINST\u201d (Discussion)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A topic posted a few days ago in the largest English-speaking group for the region \u2013 Bansko Notice Board<\/strong>, blew up social networks and raised again the eternal question of second cabin in Bansko<\/strong>. The post, which quickly garnered dozens of comments and reactions from the international community, reveals that the patience of loyal tourists is starting to run out.<\/p>\n

\u2139\ufe0f Context:<\/strong> The discussion is held entirely in English in a group with thousands of members, where regular visitors from the UK, Ireland and across Europe share their impressions without censorship.<\/div>\n

The charm of taverns versus the need for modernization<\/h2>\n

Steve Van Der Kruijf, the author of the original post and a visitor to the resort since 2005, sets the tone for the debate. He emphasizes that the city's appeal is no longer based solely on low prices, but on the "homely charm and hospitality" that are invaluable. But his warning is clear:<\/p>\n

If Bansko<\/a> wants to grow and maintain its status, it must improve its ski image and build second cabin in Bansko<\/strong>, as well as to expand the area. This requires massive investment, but it is the only way forward.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Many tourists in the comments support the thesis that without new infrastructure, growth is impossible. The clash of opinions regarding the comparison with Switzerland is interesting. Brian Ferris notes that many Swiss resorts still use old lifts, but Bansko's problem is not in the modernity of the facilities, but in the capacity to cope with the crowds.<\/p>\n

The Ecological Case: Protection of Pirin or \u201cGreen Terror\u201d?<\/h2>\n

As usual, the topic of second cabin in Bansko<\/em> divides the group into two camps. Some of the commenters directly blame environmental organizations (\u201cgreens\u201d) for the halt in development.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, users like Nikolay Abadzhiev recall the objective reality of the mountain:<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udca1 The expert argument:<\/strong> Pirin is a very steep mountain above Bansko. Even if we ignore the protection of nature, the terrain hardly allows for safe new slopes. The lift tails act as a natural \u201cvalve\u201d that protects the slopes from overcrowding and accidents.<\/div>\n

The price shock: 9 Euros for a beer?<\/h2>\n

Besides the lack of infrastructure, the discussion in the group also sheds light on another problem \u2013 prices. Comment on price from 9 euros for a can of Guinness<\/strong> and complaints about the \u201cgreed of restaurants\u201d are gaining serious approval. Foreigners are categorical: Bansko is losing its advantage as a budget destination, but it still does not offer the premium service that would justify the new prices.<\/p>\n

The future according to foreigners: Summer, not winter?<\/h3>\n

An interesting alternative is creeping into the comments. Instead of waging war for winter, many long-time visitors see the potential in summer tourism:<\/p>\n