Many tourists have long made a choice in favor of traveling in Russia, resolutely abandoning foreign resorts. They are convinced that nowhere else is there such beauty and diversity of nature, amazing architecture, historically valuable cities, unforgettable beach resorts as in Russia. It is difficult to challenge their opinion: Russia contains a huge local history, cultural and historical layer of architecture, rich in natural beauty.

If we add to this the obvious savings, a compelling and enticing portrait of the future of an exciting and inexpensive trip to Russia is drawn! And it's also very nice to forget about exchange rates and not give extra money because of the vagaries of the exchange!

The most ancient cities of Russia: the architecture of the centuries

Not far from Moscow there are three cities, the origin of which goes back to the times when our ancestors were still pagans. Each of them has preserved the oldest evidence of Russian history and has become the most valuable diamond in the collection.

These are the cities:

• Moore;
• Yaroslavl;
• Pereslavl Zalessky.

As in the city, in Murom, in the village of Karacharovo ...

Lines from the Tale of Bygone Years date back to the ninth century and tell us about the life of the Russian hero Ilya Muromets. Once, back in the thirteenth century, both the city and the famous village stood in dense forests, on the banks of the Oka, and the path to them was difficult and dangerous.

Now you can get to Murom very quickly and without spending an extra ruble: there are bus and rail links; easy to reach by car. Murom is waiting for travelers, having prepared its miracles, for visiting and examining which you will not have to pay!

For pilgrimage guests and connoisseurs of religious architecture, these are monasteries and temples of the 11th-17th centuries:

• Holy Trinity Convent;
• Murom Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery;
• Ascension Church or Church of the Ascension of the Lord;
• Holy Resurrection Monastery (Savior on the Forest);
• Church of Cosmas and Damian.

The relics of Peter and Fevronia, symbols of love and family well-being in the Orthodox denomination, rest in the Holy Trinity Monastery. These patron saints of marriage and family give pilgrims happiness in their personal lives.

If during the inspection you want to have a snack, then on the territory of the monasteries there are shops where they sell delicious fresh pies from their own monastic bakeries - inexpensive and still warm.

Temples and monasteries make up one side of the coin of Murom attractions, and the other is almost fabulous, or epic.

The epic side of Murom begins with the Epic stone - a stone lying at a crossroads, a stone with a hard-to-read inscription, the progenitor of all fairy-tale pointer stones.

The museum in Karacharovo will demonstrate local history exhibits, the house where Ilya was born, an ancient church dedicated to him. From the picturesque village, go to the Oka embankment, where Muromets, twenty-one meters tall, is still peering into the opposite bank, as if expecting to see the Polovtsian hordes ... This statue is considered the second largest in Russia: after the Motherland in Volgograd.

Road: train ~4.5 hours, from 450 rubles. seated ticket.

Accommodation: hotels from 1500 rubles, apartments from private owners from 1000 rubles.

Yaroslavl: Cheap Weekend Tour

Another city, which will take two days to explore, located four hours from Moscow, is Yaroslavl. You can visit it very cheaply for the weekend, staying at the Bear Corner Hotel. Three-star, but very comfortable and inexpensive hotel is located in the historical center of Yaroslavl, which has become a UNESCO heritage.

The hotel does not provide food, but next to it there are many small cafes and pizzerias. The price of food in Yaroslavl is low, the difference with Moscow is noticeable. For example, the average price tag per person in a Japanese restaurant is only 450 rubles.

There are many museums in Yaroslavl that have no analogues, which have grown from private collections. For example, this is the Teddy Bear Museum and the Museum of Music and Time.

Religious architectural Yaroslavl is represented by famous temples:

• Spaso-Preobrazhensky Monastery and Cathedral;
• Church of Elijah the Prophet;
• New Assumption Cathedral.

The antiquity of Yaroslavl is adjacent to scientific museums and the ultra-modern planetarium. V. Tereshkova, a native of Yaroslavl.

The landscapes of Yaroslavl are very good: it stands on the banks of the Volga and Kotorosl rivers, it is everywhere embraced and adorned by the water surface.

To get acquainted with all the delights of the city, you can book an inexpensive walking tour. It lasts two hours, costs from 1000 to 1200 rubles for a group of two people. You can find a guide in advance on the Internet.

Road: train ~ 3.5 - 4 hours, from 500 rubles. seated ticket.

Accommodation: hotels and apartments from private owners from 1000 rubles.

Pereslavl Zalessky: a city-legend

It is located only two and a half hours from Moscow, and if you want to go with your family or company, then it is better to go by car.

View of Lake Pleshcheyevo from the embankment of Pereslavl-Zalessky

On the shores of Lake Pleshcheyevo, already remarkable in itself for its size, almost perfectly round shape and beauty, there are recreation centers where a lot of entertainment is served. Horse riding, wind and kite surfing, swimming, water skiing - the lake is so big that there is enough for everyone even in the hottest summer season.

The most inexpensive of them is the Ohana base, where accommodation in a house costs only 800 rubles per day. For a large company, the Pleshcheyevo base is suitable, offering large cozy houses for 6000 per day. The maximum number of guests is six, that is, it turns out only 1000 rubles per day. The rest of the bases offer the cost of a house from 1500 thousand rubles.

You can also stay in the private sector. Local residents rent out both apartments and houses with saunas and fireplaces, estimating a day of living in them from 1000 to 1800 rubles.

Road: bus from the Shchelkovsky bus station cost 429 rubles. 2.5 - 3 hours on the way.

Accommodation: hotels from 1500 rubles. Apartments from private owners from 1000 rubles.

In addition to nature, water sports and the beauties of local monasteries, autumn Pereslavl is a place for “silent” hunting. The places here are not just mushrooms, but fabulous mushrooms.

You can walk the whole Pereslavl in an hour. During this time you will see:

• Earthen ramparts and ditches from the early 11th century;
• Pereslavl Kremlin with churches and walls of the early 11th-12th centuries;
• Goritsky Monastery (14th century);
• Pereslavl Kremlin and Spaso-Preobrazhensky Cathedral (12th-14th centuries);
• Nikitsky Monastery (11th century);
• Sorokosvyatskaya Church (18th century);
• Holy Trinity Danilovsky Monastery (16th century).

In addition, do not forget to look at the pagan shrine - Sin-stone. It is believed that he fulfills the most secret desires.

Looking for history...

Cities that can be visited by spending a modest amount, and at the same time having a powerful serious and local history value, are:

• Kronstadt;
• Volgograd;

The city, the brainchild of Peter the Great, was closed to tourists and guests until 1996, and therefore retained a touching touch of Soviet simplicity and almost Soviet prices.

It has few restaurants, but tasty and unpretentious food is sold in shops and family cafes.

Start your tour from Anchor Square - this is the center of the city, where the cathedral-lighthouse rises, the Naval Cathedral of St. Nicholas. The history of Kronstadt spans three hundred years, many of which were devoted to defense at sea, so in the city you will find a naval museum, naval memorials, and barracks for naval officers dating back to the time of Peter the Great.

Kronstadt is surrounded by forts standing on the water. They were laid down and built throughout the life of the city, but they were laid down and planned by Peter the Great.

Fort "Konstantin", "Milyutin" and "Obruchev" can be visited with a guided tour, the rest of the forts are in disrepair, and you can get there only with a certain courage and independence.

Unlike the forts of Kaliningrad, the forts in the waters of the Baltic Gulf have a different architecture and shape.

Road: from St. Petersburg by minibus from the Chernaya Rechka metro station. To St. Petersburg from Moscow: "Sapsan" from 3000 rubles, 4 hours. on the way, or a night train from 1400 rubles. (reserved seat ~8+ hours). By plane Moscow-Petersburg (round trip) from 3,800 rubles.

Accommodation: it is better to stay in St. Petersburg and get to Kronstadt by minibus. In St. Petersburg apartments from private owners from 1000 rubles. Hotels from 1000 rubles.

Volgograd: Motherland is calling!

There is no other city whose name is so closely associated with the greatest battle of World War II. Volgograd tops the list of hero cities; the events of the Battle of Stalingrad still occupy the minds and historians still restore their course.

In search of memorials, monumental memorials and historical museums, head to Volgograd.

Historical monuments and museums:

• Mamaev kurgan;
• Avenue of Heroes;
• Soldier's field;
• Museum-panorama "Battle of Stalingrad".

Tourists willingly visit the Stalin Museum in Volgograd. In the age of debunking past ideals, in the age of rewriting Russian history, his odious figure arouses a lot of interest. The Stalin Museum has collected the most reliable, confirmed and entertaining documents, facts, exhibits that reveal the controversial personality of Stalin without bias.

Volgograd is also good because educational excursions can be combined with a beach holiday on the banks of the Volga. In order to find a wild beach, for which you don’t have to pay an entrance fee, head towards the town of Volzhsk. It is located half an hour from Volgograd, food is much cheaper there, and sandy wild beaches are almost deserted.

Road: plane Russian low-cost airline Pobeda, from 3000 one way. Train 21 hours on the way, reserved seat from 1400 rubles.

Accommodation: hotels from 1000 rubles. Apartments from private owners from 1000 rubles.

Vyborg: the city-fortress

View of the central part of the city from the tower of St. Olaf of the Vyborg Castle

The city was founded in the Middle Ages by the Swedes and is the only historical settlement in the Leningrad region. The main attractions of Vyborg are:

• Vyborg castle;
• Alvar Aalto Library;
• Monrepos park;
• House on the rock;
• Merchant Vekrut's house;
• Church of Hyacinth on Water Gate Street.

The largest hotels in Vyborg are "Druzhba", "Victoria" and "Vyborg".

Road: From St. Petersburg by train from Finland Station 282 rubles. 2.5 hours on the way, or by bus from the Parnas metro station, prices are about the same.

To St. Petersburg from Moscow: "Sapsan" from 3000 rubles, 4 hours on the way, night train from 1400 rubles. reserved seat ~8+ hours. By plane round trip from 3 800 rubles.
By direct train Moscow - Helsinki, the price of a reserved seat is 3100 rubles.

Accommodation: hotels from 1500 rubles. Apartments from private owners from 1500 rubles.

Economical travel to protected areas

Russia is not deprived of natural reserves: in almost every city you will find a green area, an arboretum or a botanical garden. But tourists are interested in something special, unforgettable, rare, and not just a collection of plants.

Do you want to stroke the velvety muzzles of moose and taste their milk? See the necropolis of an unknown civilization and temples imprisoned underground? Photograph the largest extinct volcano in the world? Read on!

List of affordable and unusual reserved places in Russian cities:

• Kostroma;
• Voronezh (Divnogorye);
• Elbrus ().

Kostroma: flax, birch bark and elk farm

Kostroma – a city on the banks of the Volga, a point of the Golden Ring, where people willingly go with children, for whom special entertainment and museums are prepared. For adults, this is the place where the monasteries of the 12th century are collected, the famous Ipatievskaya Sloboda with perfectly preserved monuments of antiquity and Russian architecture; the oldest jewelry factory in Russia and linen production.

• Church of the Cathedral of the Virgin (16th century);
• Church of the All-Merciful Savior (17th century);
• Chapel from the village of Bolshoe Tokarevo (18th century);
• Chapel from the village of Pritykino (18th century);
• Church of Elijah the Prophet (19th century).

Kostroma is the birthplace of the Snow Maiden, and her children are waiting for her ice tower, in which the fabulous household of the Snow Maiden lives all year round and she herself is a snow beauty.

For children and adults, it will be interesting to visit the Sumarokovskaya elk farm. Fifty years ago, Soviet scientists set themselves the goal of domesticating the elk. What came of it, you can find out by visiting the farm, tasting elk milk and stroking the velvety muzzles of completely tame forest giants.

Road: Train from 600 rubles. seated ticket, 6 hours on the way. Bus from the Shchelkovsky bus station 986 rubles, 6 hours on the way.

Accommodation: hotels from 1000 rubles. Apartments from private owners from 1000 rubles. The cost of moose milk at the moose farm: 50 rubles. for 50 ml., 800 rubles. per litre.

Voronezh (Divnogorie)

In the Voronezh region on the Don River there is a small town of Liski, the main attraction of which is the natural historical and archaeological museum-reserve "Divnogorie". On the territory of the museum-reserve are located:

• cave chalk churches of the 19th century;
• Mayatskoye settlement of the 9th-10th centuries;
• Divnogorsky Assumption Monastery (XVII century);
• the only chalk pillars in the region are the remains of Diva;
• unique landscape formations;
• relict and endemic vegetation;
• endemic insects.

Divnogorie is an open-air museum, open from May to October inclusive. More than 60 thousand tourists visit it every season. A visit to the museum-reserve without ordering an excursion is free of charge. Excursion order: from 60 rubles. per person up to 350 rubles. There are discounts for preferential categories of citizens.

Road: to Voronezh: seated train from 760 rubles, 6.5 hours on the way. Plane from 3800 rubles. roundtrip. Bus from different places in Moscow ~900 rubles.
From Voronezh by train to the Liski station (~2 hours on the way), from Liski by train or bus.

Accommodation: hotel in Divnogorye - 590 rubles. for a person.

Elbrus region

The medical resorts of the Elbrus region are good for visiting with children. Accommodation in the sanatoriums of Essentuki, Kislovodsk or Zheleznovodsk will strengthen the immune system and improve the health of children from three years old.

In addition to its medicinal benefits and inexpensive accommodation prices, the Elbrus region is famous for its landscapes, where mountain rivers and lakes merge with alpine meadows. Waterfalls and rocks, snowy peaks of mountains, sparkling with icing in the sun, the majestic bulk of the sleeping volcano Elbrus - Lermontov admired these places.

What once struck the heart of a sensitive poet is still the central most beautiful places in Kabardino-Balkaria: Blue Lake, Mount Koltso.

The air in the Elbrus region seems sweet to those accustomed to smog. Panoramas of mountain peaks, ancient streets of cities, flowering meadows: tourists admire the beauties of three hundred days a year, because there is practically no bad weather in the Elbrus region.

Road: By plane, a two-way flight from Moscow to Mineralnye Vody will cost from 7,500 rubles, the journey takes about two hours. By bus - about 3,500 rubles one way. A reserved seat train ticket costs from 3,000 rubles, travel time is 1 day and 8 hours.

Accommodation: in a medical sanatorium with three or four meals a day 2000 rubles a day. Prices for accommodation in apartments by the day start from 1000-1500 rubles for a 1-2 room apartment.

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Water resorts and recreation centers in Russia

Often, tourists are guided in choosing the purpose of travel by the presence of nearby water. Lakes, seas, large rivers are very attractive both from the point of view of the beauty of landscapes and from the point of view of active and pleasant recreation.

Sometimes it seems that it will be difficult to find a cheap vacation on the beautiful shores of a clear reservoir: the prices for resort vouchers are frightening, and the frustrated traveler closes the page offering to go to the water.

Do not rush to give up water recreation! Relax in inexpensive resorts and camp sites on the shores:

• Crimea (Solnechnogorsk)
• Rybinsk reservoir

- a famous resort, which does not need to be advertised, but it is worth noting that not all cities and towns of Crimea are equally cheap. We found the cheapest and most comfortable place with a subtropical climate, a small number of people on clean and free beaches.

Solnechnogorsk is a beautiful place, protected by rocks from strong winds. Due to this, over the small-pebble beaches of Solnechnogorsk, there is always a transparent clear sky.

The sea here is clean, the bottom is flat, so you can take your kids with you. If you go with a group of adults, then you can stay in car campings, where accommodation will cost less than three hundred rubles a day.

Local neat houses invite those who want comfort to stay. Entertainment is offered on the beaches of Solnechnogorsk: catamarans, jet skis. The prices are symbolic - from 50 rubles per hour of using the watercraft.

Road: by plane Moscow - Simferopol (from 6100 rubles), then by minibus Simferopol - Rybachye.

Accommodation: From 350 per room in boarding houses / hotels.

The cheapest on Seliger rest "savages". The tent towns of Seliger are located along the banks in multi-colored flocks, but there are many places on the chains of long lakes, and the tent can be set apart.

Experienced "savages" fit into two thousand rubles for a week's stay in a tent, by the fire, on which they boil and fry fresh fish caught in the lakes.

If you are used to comfort, then recreation centers will offer you it at a modest price, and at the same time hunting, fishing, boating and horseback riding, night barbecues, Russian baths ...

Rest on Seliger is closest to people who love the nature of Russia in its wild incarnation, people who avoid noisy crowded resorts.

The chain of endless lakes, stretched out under a bright sky, is good in the early morning, when bursts of fish are carried for kilometers, sedge rustle sleepily, and a fire with bitter smoke burns nearby.

Road: bus Moscow - Ostashkov from the Tushino bus station. 7 hours on the road, cost 781 rubles.
Then by bus from Ostashkov to Berezovy Ryad or Svapusche. The cost is 126 rubles.

Accommodation: from 800 rub. (private sector)

Weekly accommodation for one person + road: 10,000 rubles, if you eat on your own.

Rybinsk reservoir

This is an artificially created reservoir, which I want to call the sea because of its huge size. Surrounded by coniferous mushroom and berry forests, it is famous for its fishing grounds.

Good location - just a few hours from Moscow, attracts weekend tourists who want to hunt or fish.

The most inexpensive bases where you can rent gear cheaply and save on accommodation in a double room are the Kedr, Medukhovo, and Stepanevo bases.

The surroundings of the Rybinsk reservoir were chosen by quad bikers, and in winter - lovers of snowmobiling.

Road: by bus from Moscow to Rybinsk (5.5 hours on the way). The cost is from 600 rubles, if you depart from the Botanichesky Sad metro station, from other points of departure the ticket costs more.

Accommodation: from 850 rub. per person in the rooms of the camp site.

Have a good trip to Russia!

Can't take a summer vacation? It doesn't matter, we offer great travel ideas for the coming autumn. Moreover, for many countries this is the best time to relax. Spain, India, Morocco and other countries in our review.

Italy

Those who did not have time to get to the sea in the summer may well please themselves in September with a beach holiday on the northern coast of Italy. The air temperature during this period is 33-34 C°, water 24-25 C°. At this time it is good in Sardinia, San Remo, the Venetian Riviera. In autumn, the famous film festival takes place - a significant and interesting event.

In the second half of September, fashionistas are waiting for fashion week. In October, it gets pretty cool in northern Italy and it's better to go to the south coast or to. The water at this time of the year here warms up to 22-23 C°. For lovers of thermal waters, the island of Ischia, not far from Naples, is suitable. Geysers here hit right in the waters of the beach.

Fans of walks and excursions are best to go to, where the air temperature in October is 21-22 C °. Well, it’s better for gourmets to wait until November and go to Italy for the feast of young wine. In addition, at this time you can get to farmers' fairs and try the famous cheeses, hundreds of varieties of sausages, hams and olives.

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Spain

For many tourists, holidays in Spain in autumn are more attractive than summer holidays. Air and sea temperatures are in perfect balance. It's nice that the flow of tourists is no longer as large as in summer and prices have been significantly reduced. In September, the weather is similar to the beginning of summer - the air temperature is up to 27 C °, the sea is up to 23 C °.

This weather is suitable for relaxing on the beach, for excursions and walks. In October, the air temperature does not rise above 23 C°, and water 20 C°. A trip to Spain in October is suitable for those who do not tolerate the summer heat and want to escape from the dullness of the Russian autumn. In November, it is better to make sightseeing tours in, and, because at this time it is already quite cool here (17-20 C °) and it is more pleasant to visit architectural monuments and museums than beaches.

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Bulgaria

It is good to fly to Bulgaria in the velvet season. The ratio of quality of rest and price at this time is optimal here. The air is still quite warm, 25 C°. During this period, prices for spa programs are lower than in other seasons. In addition to beach holidays, there is a rich excursion program. You can climb the mountains or arrange a horseback ride. Autumn is the time when amber grapes ripen in Bulgaria, when wonderful young wine is made here.

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Best vacation time May-September

Czech

The Czech Republic is a country that you can visit at any time of the year, but it is especially good here in September. It is no longer as hot as in summer and the autumn rains have not yet begun. It is better to prepare for the trip in advance - take both warm clothes and light clothes with you, because during the day it is quite warm here, and it gets colder in the evening. In autumn it is pleasant to walk around the city, get acquainted with the history and culture of the country, go on excursions to medieval manors and fortresses. The evening can be spent in bars and pubs with a glass of wonderful Czech beer.

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Best vacation time May, June, September

Greece

Autumn in Greece is a special time. The heat is already subsiding, but the sea is still warm in summer. There are no storms on the coast in September-October, the weather is favorable for a beach holiday.

In the Balkans, the beach season ends at the end of September, but in October the air temperature is 28 C °, and in November 20 C °. This temperature is quite suitable for vacationers who come from colder regions. The sea is warm in September and October - up to 23 C °, by November it begins to storm.

At this time it is good to go on excursions - they become less tiring than in hot summer. You can see the islands, Santorini. The traveler will forever remember the palaces and temples of Greece.

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Cyprus

The main problem in Cyprus is the summer drought. Therefore, with the onset of rare autumn rains, Cyprus blooms and looks much more attractive than in summer. In addition to cyclomens, hyacinths and other flowers, travelers will be pleased with their flowering strawberry tree, strewn with ruby ​​flowers. It is also the time of ripening of citrus fruits, plums, apricots, pears. Here you can indulge yourself with papaya, mango, grapes, olives and figs. In September, there is a full-fledged summer in Cyprus. Therefore, you do not have to deny yourself a beach holiday.

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Best vacation time May, June, September, October

Türkiye

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Best vacation time May-October

Egypt

Autumn is the most popular time to visit Egypt. The scorching heat subsides by mid-September and the air temperature does not exceed 30 C °, and the sea is especially warm and gentle. Demand for tours in the autumn months increases, so it is better to book a tour in advance. In addition, tours to Egypt in the fall are more expensive.

October is especially good here. The breeze from the sea creates a deceptive feeling of coolness, but the sun is still active and there is a risk of sunburn. Going to Egypt at this time, you need to stock up on sunscreen and hats.

In November, you can go on those excursions that are not carried out in the summer due to the heat. It can be an informative tour of a country rich in architectural and historical monuments. Until mid-November, the sea is still warm and attracts tourists.

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Best vacation time April, May, September, October

UAE

Prices for autumn tours in the UAE are higher than summer ones, because the weather for holidays becomes much more pleasant. The sun is no longer scorching, but the sea is still warm. Beach holidays become luxurious. In addition, you can get acquainted with the sights, safari parks, without exhausting yourself with the suffocating summer heat.

Tunisia

Autumn in Tunisia attracts tourists with a mild climate and bright colors. The air temperature here in September is 32 C°, the coastal waters are very warm, and the tan acquired at this time will be golden. In October, the air temperature drops to 25-27 C°.

This season is good not only for relaxing on the beach, for wellness treatments and for excursions to historical sites and architectural sights. In November it is already quite cool here, but lovers of thalassotherapy flock here from all over the world.

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Best vacation time March-June, September-October

India

Of all the autumn months for a trip to India, it is better to choose November. The rainy season has already passed, and the air temperature has reached 23-25 ​​C°. This is the very beginning of the season, so the prices for tours have not yet reached their peak. The recreation program at this time can be especially varied and rich. You can combine a beach holiday with excursions, elephant trekking, spa treatments, safaris and even skiing.

Vietnam

Favorable for recreation weather in Vietnam lasts until October. The summer heat has already subsided, and heavy rains have not yet begun. In October, there are already short rains, after which it is warm again - 25 C °. In September, Vietnam celebrates the festival of fertility and femininity. In the evening, all residents take to the streets, dance, sing and launch lit lanterns into the sky.

The September beaches of Phan Thiet and Phu Quoc are beautiful. The air temperature is 27 C °, it's time to soak up the sand, plunge into the warm sea, admire the coral reefs with their numerous inhabitants. October Vietnam is rich in celebrations: bullfights in Haiphong, the Keo Pagoda Festival, the Bac Khel Temple Festival, folk song festivals and bullock racing. Even if the weather is unfavorable for a beach holiday, the traveler will always find something to get excited about.

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Best vacation time April-October

China

Autumn in the subtropical south of China remains warm weather. This time is good for sightseeing, Xian and. You can arrange shopping or relax in the resorts of Qingdao and Dalian.

In autumn, China celebrates the Moon Festival or the Harvest Festival. It is accompanied by colorful theatrical performances and festivals. City streets are decorated with lanterns. In November it is attractive for tourists. The climate here is favorable for a beach holiday all year round. The island is home to popular thermal spas, nature reserves, and parks.

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Best vacation time November-March

Dominican Republic

Autumn is a good time to visit the Dominican Republic. August and September are considered the peak of the hurricane season, but the chance of finding one here is very small. The weather, if clouded by rain and wind, is not much. Sea water temperature 25 C°, air temperature up to 30 C°. Another aspect that makes autumn holidays in the country especially attractive is the low season. Prices for tours are reduced, the level of service is high, and there are not too many tourists.

Tourists with different temperaments and interests will find something to their liking here. Active guests can indulge in water sports, horseback riding and hiking in the mountains. Tourists are waiting for numerous attractions. And for all those who like to soak up the warm sand, more than 350 beaches are open.

9-12 hours

Autumn is the high season in Montenegro and Croatia. But the rest promises to be unforgettable. The pleasant climate, warm sea and beautiful landscapes attract tourists and beach lovers here.

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Best vacation time May-October

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The choice of countries where you can go on vacation in January is large, but mostly these are Asian destinations or exotic countries. Therefore, prices bite and you need to plan your vacation in advance.

There is much more choice among countries where the air temperature fluctuates around 29-31 degrees.

Where is it warm and you can swim in January?

Thailand - the main choice of the tourist

After the New Year, Thailand gradually begins to reach the peak of its weather conditions . In addition to the ideal air temperature, there is also the warmest sea, which warms up to 29-30 degrees by the beginning of January. The New Year holidays in the Kingdom are the peak of the season and the beaches are full of tourists, so it is better to plan trips after the 5th-7th, when a batch of tourists with thick wallets who can afford a trip in high season will leave the resorts.

Dominican Republic - a beach paradise on the other side of the ocean

In January, the peak of the tourist season begins in the Dominican resorts, which will last until March. White-sand beaches, recognized by UNESCO as one of the most beautiful in the world. Palm trees, mangrove forests and the sea with a stunningly beautiful underwater world are a great opportunity to discover diving. There are 3 national parks in Punta Cana where you will see many exotic animals and reptiles, shows with talking parrots and swim with dolphins. Be sure to go on individual excursions, visit one of the neighboring islands and drive jeeps on a safari. In the evening, incendiary parties in clubs, dancing on the beach until the morning and night sailing on a yacht are waiting for you.

Sunny and rich on a Tenerife tour

New Year in Tenerife is the second peak of the season, when there are even more vacationers than in summer. But immediately after the end of the New Year holidays, the island is noticeably empty. Hotels are ready to receive guests almost for free. Therefore, in the northern part of the island you can relax cheaper than in the summer in Turkey.

The ocean is gradually cooling down, but +20 is quite a tolerable temperature for swimming. For those who are cold, you can swim in the hotel pool. But the sun in the south of the island continues to heat the air to pleasant values ​​from +22 to +27. The north is slightly cooler due to cloudiness and possible rain, which does not always reach the south.

But if you come to see Tenerife, it would be wiser to settle in the northern part of the island in Puerto de la Cruz, and on cloudy days, rent a car (many cars are idle in winter) and go sunbathing to the south. On excursions it is even more convenient to get from the north.

And there is something to see. One visit to the Teide volcano and the national park around it and the killer whale show at Loro Parque are worth something!

Unusual resorts in Vietnam

Vietnam replaces Egypt this year, taking third place in the ranking of popular destinations in the first half of the year. For a beach holiday in January, you should go to the south of the country (Vung Tau, Ke Ga, Mui Ne, Phan Thiet, Phu Quoc), where it is sunny and dry at this time. It can be cloudy and occasionally rainy, but it can't be compared with the weather of central or northern Vietnam. Precipitation in the south falls no more than 3-4 days, in other regions their amount reaches 10-12 days.

Egypt opened and closed again...

Egypt can no longer offer a warm sea, but hiding on the territory of the hotel in a sun lounger by the pool in the rays of the warm sun is quite real! And it will cost quite inexpensively, since the peak season has already passed.

In addition to the cooling sea, winds will become a disadvantage, so Sharm El Sheikh and Taba, protected by the mountains, are in higher demand. On the other hand, the absence of heat is a great opportunity to explore the country of the pyramids for the most daring, since no one has yet removed the recommendations on “not leaving” the hotel area.

Arabic Diamond - UAE

The weather conditions in the UAE are very similar to those in Egypt, but there is plenty to do besides swimming in the sea and hanging out in a bar. We recommend going here to those who like to go on excursions and organize their own leisure time. In today's conditions, this is quite an adequate alternative to Egypt, but a little more expensive. You shouldn't count on a beach holiday. Cool, wind and waves await you - in general, the dream of surfers, who, by the way, begin the high season. The rest can only walk along the coast, enjoying the promenade, or make excursions, visit camel races or Moroccan baths, getting acquainted with the traditions of the country. Another category of January tourists are shopaholics, who were lured by the crazy discounts of the Dubai Shopping Festival.

Unforgettable New Year holidays Sri Lanka

In Sri Lanka, you can relax at any time of the year, if you choose the right coast. In January, this is the southwestern coast, the main difference of which from the northeastern one is in the amount of precipitation. They are here for no more than 3-5 days, while in the north it is hard to imagine a vacation without an umbrella and a raincoat. The central regions are also subject to precipitation due to the fact that the mountain ranges located here block the path of the monsoons. Otherwise, the temperature of the island during the day and at night in different regions varies slightly.

Amazing Indian state of Goa

Lovers of the hot tropics in the afternoon waiting for the scorching sun and a very special atmosphere. The very warm and calm sea creates all the opportunities for a carefree pastime on the beach during the day. And in the evening, everyone spends in their own way. Someone does yoga on the beach, someone just lies like a seal, unable to get up after another bust with alcohol or something stronger.

Goa is definitely not the place to go with children, but those who want to break away from civilization and come off to the fullest should like it here ....

Paradise and serene Maldives atolls

Islands rarely leave the Top 10 of our rankings due to the "eternal summer" weather. January is associated with the beginning of the dry season. Forecasters cannot guarantee the absence of precipitation, on average, from 1 to 5 rainy days per month (depending on the atoll). The direction of the winds also changed, due to which the humidity decreased to 75-80%. For those who prefer a calm ocean, we recommend the second half of the month.

Mexico - an unforgettable trip

The season in Mexico begins to rise sharply by December 20, when Americans who miss the sun come en masse to the resorts of the country. On New Year's Eve there is nowhere for an apple to fall. By mid-January, resort life enters a normal rhythm and this is the best time to travel to Mexican resorts. For a beach holiday, it is better to choose resorts in the Gulf of Mexico (Veracruz, Mirido) or on the Caribbean Sea (Cancun). Here at this time the weather is more comfortable and the water is warmer than on the Pacific coast. Fans of a hot climate should settle in Acapulco, where the warmest sea in the country.

Where to relax with children during the winter holidays?

Most family tourists prefer to spend their holidays in a more budget Egypt. In January it is still warm enough to sunbathe, but you will have to swim in the pool. For children, this is just a plus. In winter, it is better to relax in Sharm El Sheikh, as it is less windy here due to the surrounding mountain ranges. Unfortunately, so far everything is going to the fact that by January, tours to Egypt with charters will not be sold yet.

Most often, our tourists fly to rest with a child in January in Thai. It is quite possible to find a family hotel here, and the children's entertainment industry will not let you get bored. If you plan a flight after January 4-5 and skip the first week of study, then it is quite possible to meet up to 150,000 rubles for everyone.

Southern resorts for families with children are also suitable. Many even consider them more suitable for family tourism. There, according to tourists, there is less debauchery, which, willy-nilly, can be found in Thai resorts.

For those who prefer European service and outdoor activities, we recommend that you consider . Here, the children are waiting for a killer whale show, a stunning water park, a hike to the volcano crater and unforgettable landscapes. Pools in hotels and water parks are heated to +24º, and the ocean is still quite warm (+21º).

Of the exotic destinations, it is best suited. Here, children are waiting for 5 * hotels with high quality service, snow-white beaches, palm trees and a sea of ​​sun. Cuba and Mexico in terms of service are noticeably inferior in terms of quality.

Weekend tours to amusement parks

An original and fairly budget solution is a trip to Paris or Barcelona. Near each of the cities are some of the largest amusement parks in the world: Disneyland and PortAventura.

It is best to go on weekdays when there is not such a high demand for hotels and flights. Housing is better to choose between parks and the metropolis, so as not to overpay for the location. For the sake of visiting the park, any child will be ready to go through the museum halls of the Louvre 🙂

In Europe and other amusement parks that work on New Year's holidays:

Looking for Santa Claus

Another popular type of family tourism is independent trips to Finland. This is where families go looking for Santa Claus. In the city of Rovaniemi is the residence of the Finnish Santa - Joulupukki, with elves, deer, gifts and gingerbread cookies.

And you can save money and visit.

Holidays in ski resorts

Many refuse to ski holidays because of their own inability or unwillingness to ski. Great! Don't ride. But do not deprive the child of pleasure, but yourself of walks in the fresh air and stunning views. Beautiful landscapes, clean mountain air, snow, family evenings by the fireplace - all this is quite real and at a price much cheaper than a vacation by the sea.

There are 3 ski resorts on the territory of the Krasnaya Polyana resort - Rosa Khutor, Gazprom Laura and Gornaya Karusel. The skiing season starts in December and ends in mid-spring. All ski resorts are located in the villages of Esto-Sadok and Krasnaya Polyana. The distance from one ski resort to another is from 1 to 5 kilometers.

Rest abroad at all times was considered the most expensive pleasure. But recently, tourists can go on vacation abroad freely and the cost of such a vacation will be quite acceptable. Let's take a look at the cheapest holidays abroad in 2019.

In this article, we will try to provide you with a description of the most popular destinations among Russian tourists. Also, many may be interested in reading the information from the article: where to relax without a visa abroad in 2018.

Most popular countries

In Turkey any Russian feels at home and therefore many residents of our country prefer to rest in this country. Turkey is mainly a beach holiday with children on the Black Sea or the Mediterranean. You can also do inexpensive shopping here and naturally visit various attractions. Also, one should not forget about entertainment, which in Turkey is just a huge amount, and therefore every day tourists are waiting for a lot of nightclubs, discos, restaurants and bars.

Holiday prices here fluctuate depending on the time of year, season and part of the country. So, for example, a tour to Antalya will cost about $ 200, to Istanbul - about $ 350, and to Kemer - $ 250. On average, a two-week tour for two can be bought for 1000-1500 dollars, and if you are lucky enough to buy a last-minute tour or go to Turkey in the fall, you can save up to 50% of their cost. Russian tourists prefer Turkey for a good all-inclusive holiday, excellent climate, clear sea and numerous excursions.

Unfortunately, today Türkiye is closed to travel companies and many are tormented by the question of when Turkey will be opened. But you can go on holiday on your own.

Holidays in Egypt on the sea is the most traditional among the inhabitants of Russia, since this direction has long been "travelled" by Russian tourists. Here you can enjoy excellent service in hotels, a warm climate, a huge amount of entertainment for only $ 250 for 7-8 days of excellent rest.

Warm Red Sea, gentle sun, All inclusive and, of course, the ancient pyramids- this is what many tourists come to this beautiful country every year with its ancient history and unique monuments of culture and architecture: the Pyramids, the eternal Sphinx and Luxor, which are visited by tourists, all this is worth it to go to this country on vacation. But this route is closed, although there is information that flights will resume soon.

And, of course, the question will be logical: which is better, Turkey or Egypt in terms of service, comfort, food?

Thailand no less popular than Turkey or Egypt, but in this country the high season begins in mid-autumn and ends in early winter. Therefore, if you want to get the cheapest tour, it is best to count on the month of April or May.

A ticket for a ten-day vacation will cost about 700-800 dollars. The cheapest seaside vacation in 2018 will indeed be in Thailand, since in almost any region of the country you can have a great vacation for $15–25 per day. If you decide to go on your own, then on average you will need about $ 400 per month for accommodation with the condition of staying in a hotel in the center of Pattaya. But you can find a vacation and cheaper. On the island of Phuket, Chang, Koh Samui, Phi Phi, you can find a hotel room for $150-200 per month. And if one room is enough for you, then you can rent it for 80-90 dollars.

Thailand has very cheap food, so you only need $100 a month for food. For $2 you can have a great lunch in any cafe, and $6 is enough for dinner in a good restaurant. And if you want to fill your suitcase with inexpensive things, then $ 100 will also be enough for you, without even haggling.

The cheapest seaside vacation

Vietnam- this is an incredibly beautiful place where you can find many corners of nature untouched by man. And even despite the ever-increasing popularity of this country, rest in it remains quite acceptable. So, for example, $ 10 a day is enough for one person to stay at a hotel, meals, excursion programs and massage. And if you're willing to spend $20 a day, you'll be able to indulge in nothing. Therefore, 400-500 dollars for an excellent 30-day vacation will be quite enough. But this is not counting the flight, since plane tickets are not included in this price (a direct flight will cost a little more than with transfers).

Read a useful informative article about comparing countries: What to choose - Thailand or Vietnam, Sri Lanka for quality inexpensive holidays, excursions and entertainment?

Goa (India) is another popular tourist destination, as with 100 dollars in your pocket (6000 rupees) you can have a great rest and not deny yourself anything, especially when it comes to northern Goa.

The cost of a holiday in Goa for a European person is quite low, especially far from big cities and metropolitan areas. The most expensive holiday in Goa is in the winter, since the high season begins at this time, but if you buy a ticket in the off-season, then a tour with air travel at the time of price reduction starts at $ 400. But if you decide to go on your own and live in an inexpensive guesthouse, as many young people do, you can save about 20-30% of your money. Goa is very popular among Russians due to its favorable tropical climate and recreation at almost any time of the year.

Abkhazia is located near Russia and therefore many people prefer to go to this country on vacation, as for many it will be the most budget option to have a great time on the Black Sea. I would also like to note that the Russians do not need visas and passports to go on vacation to Abkhazia and the road will take a little time.

If you do not have a large amount of money, then you can choose a vacation in the private sector, where prices for budget housing do not exceed 300–350 rubles per person per day. If you want more comfortable apartments in the private sector, you will have to pay a larger amount - about 500 rubles. Meals per day in Abkhazia will also cost you from 500 rubles per day. Thus, it can be calculated that a seven-day vacation in this country without travel will cost about 5,600 to 10,000 rubles per person.

Holidays in boarding houses and hotels in 2018 will cost much more. So, for example, a double room in a boarding house or sanatorium will cost from 1600 to 8000 rubles per day. Thus, if you are counting on an inexpensive vacation in Abkhazia, then you will need an amount of 22,000 rubles for two. For 30,000 rubles for two, you can also see all the sights of this beautiful country.

Many Russians, we are sure, will be curious about the answer to the following question: Where is it better to relax - in Sochi, Crimea or Abkhazia?

But the cheapest vacation abroad at sea awaits you in Bali and Cambodia. These countries offer the cheapest accommodation and food for tourists. In Bali, you can find excellent housing for $100 a month and the same amount is enough for food for 30 days. The only negative is a very expensive flight - about 1000 dollars!

Cambodia and Bali are not very famous countries for tourism, and therefore the question will be logical: Where is Bali and Cambodia?

And in Cambodia, you can find a room for $1.5 a night, and buying delicious and cheap food, you will feel guilty that you are paying people so little. A visit to one of the world's most famous monuments of the Kingdom of Cambodia - Angkor Wat will cost you only $ 5.

Exquisite relaxation

Sri Lanka or Ceylon has recently begun to enjoy great popularity among Russian tourists, as many want to relax in exotic places where beautiful nature reigns and there are many secluded beautiful places and unique cultural and historical attractions.

And it is in Sri Lanka that you can have a great rest in an inexpensive beach hotel for 10-15 dollars a day. And here you can practice a variety of sports: diving, surfing, fishing, kitering, rafting, etc. But plane tickets here are not cheap, so it is best to buy tickets for charter flights or for flights with transfers. Thus, for a monthly vacation, you will need about 400-500 dollars.

Greece is a country of ancient gods, the Aegean and the Mediterranean Sea, as well as beautiful picturesque places where you can relax with children at the most reasonable prices. Halkidiki is the pearl of the Aegean Sea, Crete is the island of the legendary Minotaur, Athens is the capital of the country, Rhodes, Peloponnese, Attica, Paros, Corfu and many other islands and resorts in Greece attract many tourists from Russia. And all of them are great for families. On average, a vacation in Greece will cost you $250-350 for 7 days. Currently, this country is one of the most inexpensive countries that require a Schengen visa, who want to fully enjoy the beach and sightseeing holidays at sea.

Cyprus can not be called very cheap for recreation, but it is very popular among Russians. A ticket to Cyprus from Moscow will cost about $ 200 per person, but if you get on the action of some airline, you can save from 30 to 50%. But living on the island is quite expensive. The cheapest room in Paphos will cost $30-35, but you can rent a room for $25-28 per night. Food in cafes and restaurants is also not cheap, so it is best to buy food in supermarkets, where there are various promotions and discounts.

If you choose where to relax, between the last two countries, we recommend that you read the differences between them: Which is better to choose - Greece or Cyprus, for example, for a beach holiday?

Europe - vacation spot

Portugal is a member of the Eurozone and therefore cannot boast of the same low prices as Asian countries. But rest here is completely different. It is necessary to go to this beautiful country, which is located in the south-west of the Iberian Peninsula, only to enjoy the taste of excellent seafood, Portuguese cherry liqueur - jinjinha, port wine, and also visit all the architectural monuments of the country's Iberian culture, one of which is the famous Belen tower - fort on the river Tijos in the region of the same name in Lisbon.

Accommodation in Portugal in an inexpensive provincial hostel will cost from 18 to 33 dollars per day. A room in a three-star hotel will cost from 30 to 80 dollars a day. And accommodation in a boarding house in Lisbon is from 13 to 28 dollars. Lunch in an inexpensive cafe will cost from 6.5 to 13.5 dollars, and one dish in an expensive restaurant will cost from 6 to 24 dollars. Approximately per day for one person you will need about $50, so the total cost of the trip will vary from $600 to $1000.

I recalled such a joke: Summer has finally come to Russia: you can wear a summer coat, a summer hat and summer boots. Sadly, but today this joke has become partly a reality for us.

But after all, summer has always been the time that we all look forward to! Summer holidays are finally coming for children, many adults take vacations at this time. And for the most part, everyone dreams of finally going to the sea!

Therefore, today we will talk with you in which countries it is good to relax in the summer, and in which countries it is usually better not to go at this time.

But in any case, when making the final choice, one must take into account the unstable political situation in the world and the vagaries of the weather!

HIGH AND LOW SEASONS

But first, I would like to say a few words about such concepts as "high season" and "low". And is the season always good and not the season bad?

In fact, all these concepts are conditional! In general, both of these concepts came to us from the professional environment of tour operators, hotels and air carriers. In the tourism industry as such, it is customary to divide everything into “high” and “low” seasons. But this division says more about the profitability of tour operators at one time or another of the year than about whether this is a bad or good time to travel.

• The high season is a time of increased demand for travel to any region or country. Firstly, this is due to the fact that at this moment there are good climatic conditions and secondly, at such a time, the period of holidays or vacations is likely to begin. The pros are great weather, you can swim in the warm sea, enjoy the sights and no rain or hurricane will spoil our vacation. Cons: a lot of people and high prices for tours, hotels, flights during this period.
• The low season, on the contrary, is characterized by reduced demand. Most tourists study and work during this period, and the weather in the region becomes not very favorable. But on the other hand, in the off-season, prices go down, there are fewer people, and we can relax calmly and inexpensively. Going to countries where the rainy season is in full swing, we must understand that we can find it as beautiful weather, where the rains will be short-lived and go mostly at night. So disgusting, with wind, dirty sea and downpours, because of which we will have to spend our entire holiday in a hotel! And going to regions where typhoons and hurricanes are possible at this time, we risk being left without rest at all! Therefore, during such a period, it is better to make insurance against non-departure in advance.

COUNTRIES YOU CAN GO TO IN THE SUMMER

1. Bulgaria

Holidays in Bulgaria are popular among our tourists. Firstly, it is considered one of the most inexpensive, and secondly, at the moment, hotels and resorts in this country have reached a really good level.

In summer, the weather in Bulgaria is sunny and warm, especially on the Black Sea coast and in the southern part of the country. At this time there are no big waves and the sea is pleasant and warm. Although it can still be quite cool in June, this is the most pleasant time for excursions. The best time to relax in Sunny Beach, Golden Sands and other resorts of the country starts from mid-July and lasts almost until the end of August.

But we must understand that all hotels and beaches at this time are 100% filled with tourists.

Popular resorts: Albena, Golden Sands, Sunny Beach, St. Constantine and Elena

Visa: Yes

2.Greece

Rest in Greece is a beautiful transparent sea, ancient temples and statues that have been preserved since ancient times! The best time to visit this country is June. Prices have not yet risen, but the sea has already warmed up and the weather is warm and comfortable. In July, it gets really hot here and even the sea does not refresh, while prices rise significantly. The peak season is in August. At this time, the heat gradually begins to subside and becomes more comfortable, but prices are still quite high.

Popular resorts: Rhodes, Corfu, Crete, Kefalonia, Halkidiki, Athens, Loutraki, Thessaloniki, etc.

Visa: Yes

3.Georgia

Georgia is famous for its mild climate, clean air, abundance of thermal springs, deposits of healing mud, the Caucasus Mountains, as well as the beaches of the Black Sea coast. Summer is best spent at sea, as it can be very hot in the central part of the country.

Popular resorts: Batumi, Green Cape, Kobuleti, Chakvi, Gonio, etc.

Visa: on the border

4.Egypt

The land of pyramids and the unforgettable Red Sea!

But in the summer, sultry heat sets in in Egypt, and if it is quite comfortable on the coast, it is strongly not recommended to go to the center of the country, Cairo or the desert! The air temperature here is approaching +40 °C. At this time of the year, traveling to Luxor or Aswan becomes a test of endurance! This is the worst time for sightseeing!

In Hurghada and El Gouna at this time it is very comfortable (+32), as a light breeze blows here and the heat is not felt so much. It is windless in Sharm el-Sheikh and this makes it hotter (+40).

Popular resorts: Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, Safaga, El Gouna, Dahab

Visa: in an Aeroport.

Tours to this country in Russia are not yet sold!

5. Spain

The country of flamenco, bullfighting and beautiful beaches. Summer is a great time to relax on the islands or on the coast near Barcelona. The swimming season here begins in June, while July and August are the peak season. And although at this time the temperature is quite hot, crowds of tourists from all over the world come here. In July there are many holidays and festivals.

In August, it is better not to go to Spain. It is considered the hottest month, and at this time it rains more often. At the same time during this period, the holiday season begins in the country, and all the locals go on vacation. Therefore, on the beaches there is nowhere for an apple to fall!

Popular resorts:

Mediterranean sea - Ibiza island, Menorca island, Mallorca island.

Atlantic Ocean - Canary Islands.

Continental Spain - Costa Brava, Costa Dorada, Costa del Sol, San Sebastian, etc.

Visa: Yes

6. Italy

Italy is not only the aroma of freshly baked pizza and beaches, but also centuries-old culture and ancient architectural monuments. It was here that all European civilization was born! Today, Venice, Rome, Florence, Liguria and other regions of this beautiful country attract tourists from all over the world. Summer is the best time to relax on the sea, but it will still be hot to go on excursions! June is the perfect month for a beach holiday. Water and air have already warmed up enough, and crowds of tourists have not yet reached here. In July, it is hot and stuffy, while prices are quite high. But in Milan, the season of discounts begins.

In August, it is better not to go to Italy, the Italians start the holiday season and they all spend it on the beaches. At this time there are a lot of people here.

Popular resorts: Amalfi, Rimini, Capri, Sorrento, Liguria, Lazio, Sardinia, Sicily, etc.

Visa: Yes

7.Indonesia

A country of contrasts, volcanoes and thousands of islands! The climate here is hot and tropical. And with the advent of the summer months, here comes the real summer. It gets sunny, dry and not as hot as in winter. This is the best time to visit the volcanoes, at dawn the views will not be obscured by haze, and this is also the best time to see the famous blue lights on the Ijen volcano. In summer, rains are very rare, and July and August are considered the peak of the season among tourists, the time of holidays in Australia. . At this time, the highest prices for vouchers! And hotels in Bali are recommended to be booked in advance!

Popular destinations: Bali, Lombok, Gili Islands, Nusa Lembongan, Mentawai Islands, Flores Island, Sumatra Island, Borneo Island, etc.

Visa: No

8.Cyprus

This island is located between three continents and is very popular with tourists. In summer it is quite hot here, but because of the low humidity it is tolerated quite easily. The best month to visit is June. July is the peak season, and at the same time the hottest month. And if it’s hard enough to go on excursions at this time, then going to the mountains is just right. In August, the temperature starts to drop a little. And here it becomes very comfortable ...

Popular resorts: Ayia Napa, Protaras, Paphos, Larnaca, Limassol

Visa: Yes

9.Crimea and Krasnodar Territory

Sochi, Anapa, Adler, Yalta, Sevastopol - names familiar from childhood

But there are a few BUT! Firstly, with our cool spring, it is difficult to predict what kind of summer awaits us in Russia. And secondly, often with a low level of service, the prices here are very high!

In June, there are still few people and prices have not yet risen, but it may be that the water does not have time to warm up. The high season starts in July. Both prices and the number of tourists are rising. The peak of the season is in August, prices are the highest at this time, and the beaches at this time are more like a rookery of seals.

Popular resorts: Anapa, Sochi, Adler, Kerch, Feodosiya, Sudak, Alushta, Yalta, Sevastopol, Evpatoria, etc.

Visa: No

10. Kenya and Tanzania

The rainy season ends in May-June in Kenya and Tanzania. At the end of the first summer month, the beach season opens on the coast of the Indian Ocean. July and August are considered the most comfortable months for staying in these countries.

Since July, the Great Migration of Animals begins, which causes an increased interest in safari (primarily in the Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro parks). On the island of Zanzibar and the Kenyan resort of Mombasa, you can relax all summer.

Popular destinations:

Kenya: Mombasa

Tanzania: Zanzibar

visa: on the border

11.Malta

Malta is a country where it is warm all year round, but the peak tourist season is just in the summer months. The climate here is Mediterranean and summers are quite hot. In June it is already quite warm and this month is very popular with tourists, a lot of people gather on the beaches and prices are far above average. The peak of the season is in July, and by August the temperature sometimes rises to +40.

Popular resorts: Valletta, Mellieha, Sliema, St. Julian's, Golden Bay, etc.

Visa: Yes

12.Morocco

The country is located on the northwestern tip of Africa, on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

In summer it is better to stay near the ocean. The rest of the country is incredibly hot! The most popular month for tourists is August, as at this time the water in the cold Atlantic finally warms up.

Popular destinations: Agadir, Marrakesh, Essaouira, Casablanca, Fes, Tangier, etc.

Visa: No

13.Malaysia

Well, who at least once did not dream of seeing the famous Petronas Towers or the Sky Bridge on Langkawi, seeing the mysterious Perhetians or the island of Borneo? They are located in Malaysia.

Malaysia is almost the only country in the world where it is hot and the bright sun shines all year round. As such, there is no division into seasons, therefore it is very comfortable here in summer and winter. The only negative circumstance can be high humidity.

The best solution for a summer holiday in Malaysia is a trip to the islands of the South China Sea (Tioman, Borneo, Redang, Perhetiana). Summer is a great time for spending a beach holiday here, and for diving. You can visit Redang or Perhentians, because in winter these islands are practically closed to the public, and the nature and richness of the underwater world are worth coming here.

But in Penang and Langkawi, which are located in the Indian Ocean, it is better not to go in the summer. At this time, a large amount of precipitation falls in this part of the country! But the main danger of relaxing here in the summer comes from jellyfish!

Popular destinations: Tioman, Borneo Island, Perhetian Islands, Redang

Visa: No

14. USA

This is a large country where everyone will find something for themselves: huge megacities and national parks, magnificent Florida and unforgettable Hawaii, never sleeping Las Vegas and attractive Los Angeles.

Summer in the United States is best spent on the ocean, no matter the Pacific or Atlantic. And there and there will be very good! And California, Florida and Hawaii are generally the best vacation spots in this country!

Popular resorts: Hawaiian Islands, California (Malibu, Santa Monica, San Diego), Florida (Miami, Key West, Fort Lauderdale), etc.

Visa: Yes

15. Singapore

City-country of the 22nd century! It is here that the famous island of entertainment - Sentosa, as well as Singaporean beaches is located. The climate of Singapore is very similar to the climate of neighboring Malaysia and Indonesia. The temperature stays at about the same level all year round. But the weather in summer is considered the hottest of the year! Rest here, during this period, is suitable for those who are not afraid of the sweltering heat. June is considered the hottest month. In July, tropical rains are in full swing, but they are very short-lived. If you do not have problems with the heart and blood vessels, then you can safely come to Singapore in the summer.

16. Tunisia

This is a country where Arabic flavor and European service are intertwined. Here you can see both the golden sands of the Sahara and the blue waters of the Mediterranean. In summer it is very hot and dry here. And if the heat is more easily tolerated on the coast, then it’s better not to meddle in the desert - the heat there is simply unbearable! The most comfortable of the summer months is June. In July, the temperature exceeds 35 degrees, but at the same time, all the beaches of Tunisia are simply packed with tourists and prices reach their peak. But the hottest month is August. Sometimes the temperature exceeds +50. Another disadvantage is that at this time jellyfish come to the shores of the country. The bite of a jellyfish in Tunisia should not cause particular horror - although it is painful, it is not at all fatal. True, the scar will resolve only months later. Fortunately, such a concentration of these inhabitants of the Mediterranean Sea does not occur every year or even every day! But you need to follow the news!

Popular resorts: Hammamet, Monastir, Sousse, Djerba island, Mahdia

Visa: No

17. Turkey

One of the most popular countries among our tourists. The choice of resorts is quite large, and the prices are very loyal. Summer is also considered the holiday season. June is still quite comfortable and prices have not yet begun to rise. The hottest months are in July and August. And at this time the temperature can reach +40. But despite this, the cost of some resorts at this time is still high!

Turkey is considered a secular state, but the tradition of traveling after the holy Muslim holiday of Ramadan is alive here just like in the UAE, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and Jordan. During fasting, many institutions, cafes and transport work part-time. Immediately after the end of the fast, regardless of religion, everyone goes to rest. At this time, hotel prices are rising, flights are sold out in advance, and the beaches are packed with people. Ramadan dates change every year!

Popular resorts: Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Belek, Marmaris, Bodrum, etc.

Visa: No

18.France

France is the city of love - Paris, this is the famous Cote d'Azur, this is a country of beautiful landscapes and romance! Summer in France is warm and comfortable. It's time to go to the French Riviera or the Atlantic coast. The weather is quite comfortable in Paris, and the French Disneyland at this time extends its working hours until 22:00.

Holidays in France in the summer are very popular and prices are already quite high since June! July is the high season and is especially popular due to various festivals and the start of sales. In August, a cold snap begins on the shores of the Atlantic and especially in Normandy. But the Côte d'Azur is still full of tourists. By the end of summer, winemaking holidays begin and this is an excellent opportunity to taste this noble drink.

Popular resorts:

Mediterranean Sea - Cote d'Azur (Nice, Antibes, Saint Tropez, Cannes, etc.)

Atlantic coast - Aquitaine, Brittany, Normandy

Corsica island

Visa: Yes

19.Croatia

This small country is located on the Adriatic Sea. But despite its modest size, there is always something to see here: the picturesque Alps, ancient castles, natural attractions and thermal springs, as well as beautiful beaches. Very picturesque coastal part of Central and Southern Dalmatia! Thanks to the beautiful ridges of the Dinaric Mountains and pine forests stretching along the seashore for hundreds of kilometers, a vacation here will be remembered for a long time.

Summers here are quite hot, but since the climate is dry, it is quite easy to bear. In June it is very nice here, but in July the heat sets in. In August, it becomes much more comfortable. Therefore, at this time there are a lot of tourists and consistently high prices.

Popular resorts: the Istrian peninsula and the coast of Kvarner, Central and southern Dalmatia, Dubrovnik, etc.

Visa: Yes

20. Montenegro

Summer in Montenegro is hot but dry.

Resting here in early Junemany Europeans, but the prices are low. The air warms up to +28 - +30 degrees, and the sea only up to + 18 - +19 degrees. In July and August, the season is here and the temperature exceeds +30. the weather is great, the sea is beautiful, but the prices are rising significantly!

Popular resorts: Budva, Becici, Ulcinj, Herceg Novi, Tivat

Visa: No

1.Bahamas

The Bahamas is a symbol of luxurious and fabulous life. White sand and warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean, corresponds to our idea of ​​a paradise vacation! But even paradise has a downside.

In summer, the wet season begins here. Humidity reaches 100%, and the heat becomes simply unbearable. And even though tropical showers sometimes do not go very often and mostly at night, there is a terrible stuffiness here. And yet, although rarely, hurricanes still happen here.

Yes, prices drop a little during this time. But still, people with poor health (especially those who have problems with the heart and lungs) should definitely not go here.

2.Vietnam

The rainy season comes to Vietnam during the summer months. Heavy rains are accompanied by unbearable heat and too high humidity.

It is clear that due to the long length of Vietnam from north to south, the climate in different parts of the country is different. In summer you can go to the northern part of the country: Ha Long, Cat Ba. Although it will be quite hot and humid here, sometimes the temperature can reach +40

You can also go to Central Vietnam (most of the beach resorts are concentrated here). Due to the pleasant climate and sandy beaches, this place is always very popular among tourists. Here from February to August it is quite clear, rains are rare, and the temperature is +30…+35 °C.

In the south of Vietnam (from Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet), the period June-August are considered the rainiest months. And here at this time it is better not to go.

3.Jordan

In Jordan, sweltering heat sets in during the summer months. And it is unlikely that you will be able to visit the famous Petra and the Wadi Rum desert. In summer, you will feel like you are on a hot frying pan here. Wandering through the ancient ruins in July-August in the forty-degree heat is not only exhausting, but also dangerous to health.

On the hot coast of the Red Sea, the temperature reaches +38, but still the sea breeze saves a little. But in August, the water warms up to +28 and does not cool at all!

4.India

Indian summer is very humid and hot! Sometimes the temperature can reach +50 degrees! In July-August, central India is flooded with heavy rains, which often wash out roads. The popular tourist city of Jodhpur floods almost every summer. In addition, because of the downpours, rivers can overflow their banks, which means that many cities on the banks of the Ganges - for example, Rishikesh or Varanasi - simply cannot be reached. There is nothing to do at the beach resorts and the famous Goa either! It's cloudy and windy here! There is constant humidity, heavy rainfall and the sea is constantly stormy. Although at this time you can relax here for very little money! But would you?

5.Israel

A country with a thousand years of history. Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, the Red, Mediterranean and Dead Seas always remain attractive for tourists.

But summer in Israel is the off season. It is suffocating heat and the temperature is approaching +40. At such a time, even the sea does not refresh, and it’s better to forget about excursions in general! This is the time when it is better not to go here even for the sake of a beach holiday.

6. Cambodia

The climate of Cambodia is tropical monsoon, hot and humid. The rainy season starts in May-June and lasts until September. The rainiest and windiest months are July, August and September. However, Cambodian rains are not a long drizzle, but always short showers. And then the sun comes out again.

Holidays in Cambodia in the summer are more tourist than sea. It is better to postpone a trip to Siem Reap (Angkor Wat) until late autumn or winter. But if you are determined to see the temples at this time, you will see that there are much fewer tourists here, but there is enough rain.

7.China

Traditionally, it is believed that the best time to visit China is spring and autumn. In summer, in large cities, it can be too dusty and stuffy, while in the south it is humid and excessively hot. Although at this time it is advised to go to the mountains, it’s good there!

As for the famous island of Hainan, which has its own special microclimate, in the summer it can be quite good. True, the sun can not be seen because of the constant cloudiness and frequent rains. But here it’s how lucky: officially the second half of summer is considered the rainy season. So you can get both on abnormally dry and clear weather, and on quite traditional cloudy. So, at your own risk!

8.Caribbean countries:Cuba,Mexico,Dominican Republic,etc

From May to July on the Caribbean coast, in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, it is quite hot and humid. And in the resorts of the Dominican Republic and Cuba, the feeling of humidity during these months is much softer than in Mexico, due to the influence of the Atlantic Ocean.

But August-September is the peak of the hurricane season in the Caribbean. It affects many countries, from Cuba and Mexico to small islands such as Curaçao and Grenada. Strong hurricanes can result in real natural disasters! So during this period, it is better to refrain from traveling to this region!

9.Mauritius

Summer in Mauritius is considered winter. The air temperature drops to +23…+25°C, and the water temperature drops to 20-22°C. At the same time, strong winds blow on the island, which provokes unrest on the ocean. It often rains. However, this is the season of big discounts! During this time, you can stay in great hotels, while saving 50%.

The most comfortable summer month is August, at which time it hardly rains.

10. Maldives

To see cloudless blue skies like on advertising postcards, it is better to go to the Maldives at the peak of the season, in mid-March or mid-December. But still, the Maldives is positioned as a year-round holiday. Due to the proximity of the equator, seasonal fluctuations are small here. But at the same time, here in the summer there is still a period of southwest monsoons. Visibility under water becomes lower, and the likelihood of rain and strong winds increases. And if you came to these paradise islands just to sunbathe on the beach, pouring rain for several hours can upset you.

11.UAE

It is worth thinking about a vacation in the UAE in the summer a hundred times, because the summer in this country is incredibly hot. And only camels can withstand it! Be prepared for the fact that the sea at this time of the year will warm up to +38°C and be as warm as tea. As for the air temperature, it generally warms up to + 50 ° C. Locals spend this time of the year in numerous shopping centers and water parks.

Also, don't forget the holy month of Ramadan! With his arrival, you will have to be more modest in your habits and emotions.

12. Seychelles

It is always comfortable in the Seychelles. But in the summer on the paradise islands, the weather is not ideal: the sky is covered with clouds, so don't expect to bring a lot of bright photos. The main problem for tourists is strong winds and rough seas. Sometimes swimming can be dangerous, an hour boat trip can turn into real agony, not to mention traveling between the islands by ferry.

13.Thailand

The rainy season in Thailand is far from being as terrible as it is painted. But if you plan to spend the whole week on the beach under the sun, you will have to disappoint: showers do happen. The degree of humidity depends on the place: in some resorts only cloudy skies and rains in the morning, in others - knee-deep water. The strongest in summer (especially in August) floods the resorts of the Andaman Sea: the islands of Phuket, Phi Phi, Krabi, Lanta. But in Pattaya, Koh Chang and Koh Samui, from June to August it is often sunny and dry. And if there are tropical showers, then mostly in the evening and not very long.

14.Philippines

The rainy season in the Philippines starts in June and ends in November. Heavy rains make the sea very dirty - you will have to forget about diving. In July-August, typhoons come: and there is a big risk of spending the entire vacation in a hotel or getting stuck at the airport due to a flight cancellation. It rains the least in summer on the island of Bohol, but in August it is not easy there either: the sky is filled with lead, and it constantly drizzles.

15. Sri Lanka

Holidays in Sri Lanka, in principle, are year-round, and it’s great to relax, while saving quite serious money just when there is no particular hype. But at the height of the rainy season, monsoon winds make it uncomfortable to stay at the most popular resorts in the southwestern part of the island. The waves, which are already difficult to call small, become even larger. Rains at this time are quite frequent, but not long. At the same time, the air temperature rarely drops below +26 degrees.

But the east coast of Sri Lanka (Beaches near the village of Trincomalee: Nilaveli and Upuveli) is quite suitable for relaxing in the summer. And only in August the waves begin to intensify here.

But it’s better not to climb into the mountains - dirt roads are often washed away by rains, making it difficult to move. And it is most likely impossible to climb Adam's Peak!

A PAIR OF COUNTRIES FINALLY

Of course, there are still many countries and even continents that we have not talked about today! This and South America are just a huge continent and the climate in its different parts is completely different. For example, summer is the best time to go to the Amazonian jungle of Brazil and visit the Iguazu Falls. But in Argentina and Chile, the ski season is just beginning. Thanks to the longest mountain system on earth - the Andes - these countries have become owners of some of the best slopes in the world for skiing.

You can also go skiing in New Zealand. Australia can also please with its ski slopes. But, at the same time, in Tasmania and on the southern shores, at this time of the year, there is absolutely nothing to do - it is quite cold here and it rains, but visit Sydney, the central part of the country and the Great Barrier Reef - please! If you want to swim, then go to Darwin.

Pleasant enough weather is set at this time in Canada. This country is characterized by a moderate summer with a minimum of temperature fluctuations. For tourists, summer Canada offers visits to various natural attractions: Niagara Falls, the Rocky Mountains, Johnstone Strait and many other beautiful places.

During the summer months it will be just as beautiful in Austria, Germany, Norway, Great Britain and other European countries. This is a great time to go to the mountains, cruise or sightseeing.

In general, where you go is up to you and only you! So have a great holiday everyone!