Golden Sands
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Golden Sands or Zlatni Piassatzi (Bulgarian: Златни пясъци, Zlatni pyasatsi) is a major seaside resort town on the northern Bulgarian Black Sea Coast, adjacent to a national park of the same name in the municipality of Varna. Located 17 km north of downtown Varna, it is virtually connected to the city by a continuous swath of resorts and villa communities.
Charts
See Bulgaria.
Weather
See also Bulgaria.
Passages
See Bulgaria.
Communication
Add here VHF channel for coastguard, harbor masters. etc.
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
The breakwater of Golden Sands can be seen form 1-2 nM offshore. But,
Danger: Monastery Reef is to the SE, but is marked by a buoy. Also, there are fishing nets, on poles, to the E of the breakwater.
The approach from the S is easier.
A few miles off, hail the marina on either VHF channel 77 or 16.
Entrance
Golden Sands is a port of entry for Bulgaria. For details see Entrance: Bulgaria.
The marina will arrange for the officials will come to the boat and clear it.
Berthing
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
The marina personnel will direct you. There are laid mooring and pontoons. It is an excellent all-round shelter.
Anchorages
None.
Amenities
| Facilities | |
|---|---|
| Water | On the marina pontoons |
| Electricity | On the marina pontoons |
| Toilets | ? |
| Showers | ? |
| Laundry | ? |
| Garbage | ? |
| Supplies | |
| Fuel | Can ne arranged by the marina |
| Bottled gas | ? |
| Chandlers | See Varna |
| Services | |
| Repairs |
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| Internet | ? |
| Mobile connectivity | ? |
| Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Stand along the beech with fruits, vegetables, beer, etc.
Eating out
- Lots of restaurants and cafés
- Chinese restaurant in the Zlatna Ribka hotel
- Golden Lion pub near the marina
Transportation
- Buses to Varna
- Small trams along the beech and promenade
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the port.
Places to Visit
- Visit the Golden Sands Nature Park
- Visit Varna
- Enjoy the lovely beech
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Golden Sands at the Wikipedia
- Official Golden Sands website
References
See Bulgaria.
Comments
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