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Breaking travel news: Bulgarians flock to Italy for short flights

In an update on travel trends for 2023, Italy has emerged as the top choice for Bulgarians looking for short flights for a quick holiday. According to travel organisation platform eSky.bg, as reported by 'Dnevnik', a staggering 44 per cent of travellers choose Italy for quick trips of 2-4 days.

Rome, Milan, Venice, Bari, Bologna, Catania and Naples top the charts as the most popular Italian destinations. Austria comes second with 24% choosing Vienna for a short break, while the UK comes third with 17% choosing London. France and Spain are tied at 7% for those looking to jet off for a short break.



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