New tendencies in the vacation property market in Bulgaria were to be expected, agents said during the Southeast European economic forum that began on October 31.

Vacation property demand in the central parts of the country was going to increase, mediapool.bg reported. The demand would be highest in villages known for spa treatment opportunities.

Hisarya, Velingrad and Sandanski could soon become new vacation property hotspots, mediapool.bg reported.

The State Agency for Tourism (SAT) was going to aid developments increasing the popularity of Bulgaria's alternative tourism. Bulgaria ranked second after Island in the availability of mineral water springs and had to make use of this potential, SAT representatives said.

Lack of proper infrastructure in these villages hindered the development of tourism options and the property market, mediapool.bg reported.