/View.info/ Additional seats on 120 trains for the holidays on the busiest routes in the country. By January 5, BDZ will provide more than 10,000 additional tickets. When buying a round-trip ticket, travelers will enjoy a discount of 10 to 30%.
In Sofia, public transport will also operate on New Year’s Eve. Buses, trolleybuses and trams will run every 30 to 55 minutes, and metro trains every 20 minutes.
There will also be special buses in Plovdiv on New Year’s Eve.
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**How might these improved transportation options impact the local economy during the holiday season, considering factors like tourism and consumer spending?**
## World Today News Interview: Holiday Travel Made Easier
**Host:** Welcome back to World Today News. With the holidays fast approaching, many of us are gearing up for trips to see loved ones or simply take a break. Today, we have two esteemed guests to discuss how Bulgaria is preparing for the influx of holiday travelers. We have [Guest 1 Name], a travel expert from [Guest 1 Affiliation], and [Guest 2 Name], a representative from the Bulgarian National Railway. Welcome both!
**Section 1: Expanding Rail Capacity**
**Host:** (Guest 2 Name), the article mentions that BDZ is significantly increasing capacity on trains over the holidays, adding over 10,000 seats on 120 trains. Can you tell us more about this initiative and what prompted it?
**Guest 2:**
**(After response from Guest 2)**
**Host:** This is great news for travelers! [Guest 1 Name], from your perspective as a travel expert, how do you think these additional seats will impact holiday travel within Bulgaria? Will this alleviate some of the usual stress and congestion around this time of year?
**Guest 1:**
**(After response from Guest 1)**
**Host:** That’s certainly reassuring for those planning train travel.
**Section 2: Urban Public Transport**
**Host:** The article also highlights how Sofia and Plovdiv are adjusting their public transport schedules for New Year’s Eve. [Guest 2 Name], could you elaborate on the specifics of these changes?
**Guest 2:**
**(After response from Guest 2)**
**Host:** This commitment to maintaining transport services throughout the holiday period is commendable. [Guest 1 Name], how do you think these measures will impact residents and visitors celebrating New Year’s Eve in these cities?
**Guest 1:**
**(After response from Guest 1)**
**Section 3: Encouraging Holiday Travel**
**Host:** The article mentions discounts for round-trip train tickets. How significant do you think such incentives are in encouraging people to choose train travel, especially for longer distances?
**Guest 2:**
**(After response from Guest 2)**
**Host:**
[Guest 1 Name], from your perspective, are there any other factors besides pricing that could incentivize people to opt for train travel during the holidays?
**Guest 1:**
**(After response from Guest 1)**
**Host:** Thank you both for providing such insightful information. These initiatives demonstrate Bulgaria’s commitment to making holiday travel smooth and accessible for everyone.
**Concluding Remarks**
**Host:** We hope this interview has been helpful in planning your holiday travels. For more information, be sure to visit the official websites of BDZ and your local public transport providers.
**Host:** This has been World Today News. Stay tuned for more!
