Massive Landslide Traps Hundreds of Greek Skiers at Bulgarian Border

Massive Landslide Traps Hundreds of Greek Skiers at Bulgarian Border

A massive landslide on the Bulgaria-Greece highway stranded hundreds of Greek holidaymakers in an hours-long gridlock Monday afternoon as they returned from popular ski resorts. The blockage halted all southbound traffic from the Bansko and Borovets resorts in Bulgaria, trapping tour buses, passenger cars, and trucks.  The severe delays struck on Clean Monday, a peak travel day marking the end of Greece's vibrant carnival weekend and the official start of Eastern Orthodox Lent. Travelers, pre...

By ANTHEE CARASSAVA