Growing up, the beach was an hour’s drive away. Being near the sea has always felt magical. So, I didn't need much convincing when a buddy invited me to his group for a trip to Sunny Beach, Bulgaria. I had never visited the Black Sea shore and was looking forward to it.
But little did I realize I was in for a surprise.
A stone’s throw away from Sunny Beach's glamorous seaside resorts is the ancient city of Nesebar. Dubbed the “Pearl of the Black Sea,” it is indeed a gem for travelers. Even though I love going for swims and eating at seaside restaurants, my favorite thing to do is take long walks in historic places.