The Bulgarian property boom shows no signs of slowing; but Bulgaria's expected adoption of the Euro in 2011 means investors need to move quickly to snap up the best deals. Bulgaria's recent ascension in to the European Union has vastly increased its attractiveness to British holidaymakers as well as investment property buyers, and real estate experts predict an even greater demand for property when Bulgaria adopts the Euro in 2010.

Overseas property investors have got to look seriously at two of the poorest countries in Eastern Europe for their potential for high capital growth. Both Bulgaria and Romania have experienced their share of problems in the past, but both are now looking like good prospects. Overseas Property Centres columnist Scott Huggins tells us more.

Who would have believed, just a decade ago, that Bulgaria would be so close to the United Kingdom in 2007? Once a part of the old Communist block, Bulgaria was not a popular holiday destination for westerners. Now it is a growing attraction for tourists from all over the world.