Bansko is considered by many to be Bulgaria's number one ski resort. The modern ski facilities reflect Bansko's Olympic bid for the 2014 Winter Games.

The region also benefits from over 800,000 tourists per annum, with its popularity increasing year on year.

• EU membership on 1st January 2007
• Stable economic and political climate (democratically elected government)
• Good infrastructure:
• 200m redevelopment of Sofia Airport now complete
• Further €120m granted by World Bank for 450km road network
• Thriving and diverse tourism industry with strong growth over years > rental yields as high as 15%