Thracian Cliffs Golf & Beach Resort

At Bozhurets Village near Kavarna, Thracian Cliffs Golf & Beach Resort is a Black Sea retreat built around golf, beaches and apartment style accommodation. Its 18 hole Gary Player Signature course follows the clifftops for roughly 2.8 miles, with the sea and limestone coast in view throughout the round. Marina Village sits only metres from the water and forms the social centre of the resort, while Hillside Village stands on higher ground, around 164 yards from the shore, with views across the fairways and Black Sea. The two are within walking distance, making it easy to move from an early tee time to lunch by the beach or a quieter afternoon at the spa.

The course has several tee choices, but it remains a demanding test of distance, placement and control in an exposed coastal setting. The par-three sixth is its defining hole, dropping from the cliff edge to a green about 131 feet below. From the back tee, the carry measures more than 230 yards, with the sea forming the backdrop rather than offering much comfort. A golf academy provides coaching for individuals and groups, while the practice range works on 20 ball tokens and clubs can be hired for a round. The course also staged the Volvo World Match Play Championship in 2013, when Graeme McDowell took the title.

Between rounds, Marina Village has one, two and three bedroom residences, six dining venues with broad views, plus a piano bar and Game Bar for the evening. Hillside Village offers studios as well as one, two and three bedroom residences overlooking the course and coast. Argata and Bendida provide two white sand beaches, with sunbeds, cabanas, water sports and beachfront food and drink. The spa has a hammam, steam bath, infrared sauna, Jacuzzi and treatment rooms, while the neighbouring fitness area combines cardio and weights equipment with Black Sea views.