Doesn't have to be done at home. Russians traditionally have a holiday vacation of almost 2 weeks - and during this time it is quite possible to change the environment and relax. Some people always take a vacation in December in order to relax longer and cheaper. In view of the crisis that has broken out, the main criterion for the majority is cost - so that it is within the budget. The question of where to relax in the winter of 2017 needs to start being decided now. IQ Review collected the best directions for winter holiday and got acquainted with current prices to help readers choose a New Year's holiday destination.

The cheapest air tickets for the New Year

Where to go on holiday in Russia in winter

Our country has a huge number of places where you can go to relax in winter. For those who don’t know where to relax in December, and so that it’s inexpensive, you can pay attention to the sights of the Motherland.

Winter in Russia

New Year's trip along the Golden Ring

For those who want to get to know the beauty of our land, its history and culture, the best option would be to travel along the Golden Ring. It doesn’t matter how you plan to spend your winter holiday - with children, in the company of friends or colleagues, or with your significant other - such a trip will be interesting in any case. True, the New Year holidays are unlikely to be enough - after all, for 8 (and these are just the main places!) cities you need much more time than 1-2 weeks. It is best to choose one city and get to know its beauty normally, rather than gallop through all of them, seeing only its most famous part.

The benefits of such a holiday include:

  1. Travel without a visa or passport.
  2. Cheapness.
  3. The absence of a language barrier and all the difficulties associated with traveling to a foreign country (currency exchange, ignorance of rules and laws, different mentality, and so on).
  4. The ability to quickly return home if necessary.
  5. The ability to go on vacation by car rather than by public transport e.

A trip to the sea in winter

Trip to sea ​​coast good and useful not only in summer - numerous boarding houses and health centers operate in the winter season. This winter holiday is most suitable for those who have health problems or want to prevent them. And just visit some famous seaside towns- interesting in itself, without sunbathing and swimming. Such places include:

  1. Sochi;
  2. Almost the entire Crimean coast;
  3. Adler;
  4. Gelendzhik;
  5. Anapa;
  6. Kaliningrad region (Curonian Spit);
  7. Tuapse.

Winter holidays on the lakes - list of the best destinations


Northern lights on Baikal

A trip to the shore of a lake can be no less interesting - there are many reservoirs of unique beauty in Russia. This kind of holiday should appeal to lovers of tourism and nature. Attention should be paid to the following points:

  1. Baikal is a huge (more than 600 kilometers long!) lake and the protected forest surrounding it, every Russian should visit it at least once in their life. You can purchase an extensive tour that will take up to 8 days - just in time for the New Year holidays. Holidays on Lake Baikal are expensive; for two people with a flight from Moscow to Irkutsk you can spend 100 thousand rubles or a little less. The cost of a ten-day tour (only excursions and accommodation without air tickets) for 2017 is from 30 thousand rubles. Residents of the European part of Russia who want to relax beautifully, but cheaper, can be advised to other lakes that can be reached by car.
  2. Seliger is a lake system in the Tver region, including more than two dozen lakes (with more than one and a half hundred islands). In summer, kayaking trips are popular there; in winter, Seliger is suitable for barbecue and winter fishing or just for a walk in nature. Another advantage is the proximity to large populated areas.
  3. Lake Ladoga is the largest freshwater lake in Europe - near St. Petersburg. Here all year round lovers of tourism and fishing come here, as well as those who like excursions - the Valaam Monastery is located here.
  4. Ilmen (or Slovenian Sea) - this lake in Novgorod region More than fifty different rivers flow into it. Holidays on its coast are suitable for lovers of fishing and tourism.
  5. Big Yarovoye Lake - located in the Altai Territory - should be of interest to those who plan to improve their health. There are several large multidisciplinary sanatoriums on the lake coast. Like Baikal, Altai is a rather expensive holiday destination for residents of the Central Federal District and other regions on the other side of the Ural ridge. We can talk about a budget of 40-50 thousand per person with a flight from Moscow.
  6. Teletskoye Lake - the protected area around this Altai lake attracts a huge number of tourists all year round.

It's time to visit major Russian cities where you have never been before

Many Russian cities are interesting in themselves - for their architecture, monuments, and museums. This change of scenery will suit absolutely everyone - you don’t need to think long about choosing a place, just buy a ticket to any metropolis - and an interesting pastime is guaranteed. Any city with a population of over a million can be easily reached by any means (by bus or train, by car or by flight), and upon arrival it is easy to find a place to stay (hotels, hostels or apartments for rent).

The most interesting options for a winter excursion:

  1. Moscow - here you can find recreation for every taste: from shopping in countless shopping centers and boutiques to excursions to museums. However, living here is quite expensive, so such a trip can hardly be called budget for residents of the regions.
  2. Saint Petersburg - northern capital suitable for those who are interested in excursions to historical and cultural places.
  3. Kaliningrad - this city will definitely interest those who are attracted to European culture. One of the few opportunities to travel to Europe without a visa.
  4. Nizhny Novgorod is one of the most important cultural centers Russia. It has a huge number of architectural monuments, including numerous temples. Nearby there are no less interesting settlements- Murom, Boldino.
  5. Yekaterinburg - the “capital” of Trans-Urals cannot boast of such big amount architectural monuments, but it has a considerable number of various museums and exhibitions. Did you know that the Yeltsin Museum is located here?
  6. Volgograd is a must-go for those who love their Motherland and its history. It is here that one of the tallest monuments in the world is located - “The Motherland Calls”.

Each of these cities has a large selection of different excursions that are offered year-round.

We do not provide prices, since most of the costs for this type of vacation are tickets, and the cost of the trip for residents different cities will be different. You can check prices for air tickets right now using the built-in form.

Unusual excursion routes around Russia

If you don’t want to take a regular sightseeing walk, museums and shopping don’t appeal to you, but you want new sensations, you can pay attention to more original tours. Popular options include the following:

  1. Trout farm in Adler, Krasnodar region. You can learn about the features of “artificial” breeding of this fish, as well as go fishing and try fish dishes.
  2. High-rise observation decks Moscow. If you don’t have enough time for walking around the capital, but want to see as much as possible, do it from a height of tens of meters.
  3. Walking around mystical places Moscow - places where ghosts were seen, where various mystical events took place.
  4. “Exit to the city” is an opportunity to visit unusual, but famous and important places in Moscow for free. Among the places there can be either the embassy of a country or someone’s private mansion - the list of excursions is constantly changing.
  5. “Retro train” - a trip on an old (produced more than a century ago!) locomotive train around Moscow and the Moscow region with stops at various interesting places at the request of the group (this could be Star City, the Museum of History railway transport and so on).
  6. Excursions to the roofs of various Moscow buildings from famous roofers. If the weather is bad, this option is no longer available.
  7. Moscow Bar Tour - suitable for lovers of alcohol and pub crawls. The guides are experienced bartenders who show several of the most famous and interesting drinking establishments in the capital with tastings of various drinks.
  8. A tour of the former glory places of the Leningrad rock club - suitable for fans of Russian rock of the 80s and 90s. The main gathering places and concerts of famous rock bands are visited, with their history and biography told.
  9. “Secrets of underground Moscow” - for dungeon lovers. The tour is led by diggers and takes place at a depth of 15 meters.

Inexpensive Russian ski resorts


Animals living in resorts

Someone wants to spend New Year holidays while watching movies or cutting salads, while some people can’t sit at home and want adventure and active rest. The most common option is ski resorts. Moreover, you don’t have to go to the mountains to do this - the descent can be done in the capital.

Ski areas in Moscow and the region

  1. Sparrow Hills
  2. Sorochany
  3. Yakhroma
  4. Kurkino
  5. Extreme Park "Freestyle"
  6. Shukolovo
  7. Fox Mountain
  8. All-season ski resort“Snezh.com”

Where to ski in St. Petersburg

In St. Petersburg there are also several places for skiing alpine skiing:

  1. Golden Valley
  2. Malskaya Valley
  3. Yucca Park
  4. Tuutari Park
  5. Okhta Park
  6. Kavgolovo

Other places for skiing and snowboarding in Central Russia

In the central part of the Russian Federation you can ride the slope in the following places:

  1. Shaksha
  2. Demino
  3. Kwan
  4. Zhebrei
  5. Krasnaya Glinka
  6. Sviyaga

Ski places in Siberia

For residents of Siberia, there is also where to go:

  1. Manzherok
  2. Syrkashi
  3. Sheregesh
  4. Yugus
  5. Tanay
  6. Yurmanka
  7. Belokurikha

Active winter holidays in the Urals

In the Urals, ski lovers can visit the following places:

  1. Ak-Yort
  2. Zavyalikha
  3. Stack
  4. Checkeril
  5. Polazna
  6. Uktus
  7. Mratkino
  8. Silenced

“Ready” New Year’s programs

If your destination doesn’t play a special role and you just want a change of scenery by spending your holidays in any place other than home, you don’t have to bother yourself with a long search by ordering New Year's program from any tour operator. Options may differ from each other; if you wish, you can even create an individual vacation plan. However, several common and popular programs can still be identified:

  1. New Year in Karelia. These could be excursions to Petrozavodsk and Kondopoga, including trips on dog sleds or snowmobiles through the forest, a visit to the Karelian Santa Claus, waterfalls, as well as hikes through adits and drifts.
  2. New Year in Vyborg Walk around the city, excursion to the castle and Olaf's tower, visit to the museum-reserve. During the New Year holidays, the city hosts several large performances, stylized in antique style.
  3. New Year in Vladimir. Visiting famous excursion places in Suzdal, Bogolyubovo and Vladimir itself.
  4. New Year in Crimea. May include both a visit to one city and sightseeing tour. Trips are usually made to Yalta, Simferopol, Bakhchisarai, Massandra, Alupka.
  5. New Year in Uglich. Excursion for 3-4 days, including a trip to several cities: Suzdal, Gorokhovets, Arzamas, Bogolyubovo, Nizhny Novgorod.
  6. New Year in Yaroslavl and Kostroma. Includes visits to several monasteries.
  7. New Year in Veliky Novgorod. Includes a visit to St. George's Monastery.

This is a budget option for a winter holiday, within 25 thousand rubles per person. Similar tours are available in almost every major Russian city. Most often they last 1-5 days and include a tour of the most famous places(held during the day), and then a celebration in an establishment chosen according to the budget. People with family (children) do not choose such a holiday very often; most often, couples in love, as well as groups of friends and acquaintances, celebrate the New Year this way.

Winter holidays abroad

Despite a significant decline in the number of people going on vacation abroad, there are still plenty of people who want a change of scenery by visiting foreign countries. It all comes down to the budget - if you wish, you can arrange a full-fledged beach holiday in winter, returning to work in early January with a peeling nose and a bronze skin tone. Let's look at several options for different budgets.

Budget excursion tours


New Year's fireworks in Freiburg

If finances are limited to up to $1000

If you are ready to spend up to 65,000 rubles per person on a New Year's holiday abroad, you can go on excursion tours to any European city, having previously obtained a Schengen visa. Eg:

  1. Prague - the cost of a 5-day tour starts on average from 25,000 per person.
  2. Amsterdam - a week-long excursion will cost at least 45,000 per person.
  3. Berlin is a little cheaper - for the same 7 days you will have to pay about 40,000 rubles.
  4. Paris - admire the Eiffel Tower and other delights French capital possible for at least 35-40 thousand rubles for 7 days.
  5. London - a week-long excursion tour will cost at least 40,000. London is further from Russia, therefore the flight is more expensive.

If the budget is even smaller

You can choose closer and simpler options:

  1. Cruise by Baltic Sea (includes visits to Helsinki, Tallinn, Riga). It can last from 2 to 6 days, the price is from 12,000 rubles.
  2. Bus tour of the Baltics(Vilnius, Riga, Tallinn) lasting 4-5 days, will cost at least 14,000.
  3. Various excursion programs to Finland from St. Petersburg- for 3-5 days of New Year's holiday you will have to pay at least 9-10 thousand rubles.

Beach holidays abroad for the New Year holidays

Those who want to swim in the sea, sunbathe and walk under the hot sun in shorts and a T-shirt in winter need to plan such a vacation in advance. Due to popularity budget resorts Hotel rooms are selling out - it can be difficult to find a place in the fall. If you don’t plan your vacation in advance and buy tickets in December, you will overpay at least 1.5-2 times.

And the New Year holidays - the most popular dates - are the first to be booked. Buying a successful trip at the end of autumn is real luck. However, it is possible that it will be possible to snatch a last-minute trip - people who had planned a vacation, say, in May-June, could change their plans due to the crisis, and a place would become available.

Budget holiday options

The question of where to have an inexpensive winter holiday at sea abroad is probably the most pressing one. Here are the most popular options:

  1. Egypt – Hurghada, Sharm el-Sheikh(these are the most popular destinations for the New Year 2017) - from 32,000 rubles per person for 7-8 days.
  2. Goa (India)- from 60-64,000 rubles for 10 days.
  3. Canaries- from 65,000 rubles for 8 days.
  4. Vietnam- from 50-55,000 rubles for 8-10 days.
  5. Thailand- from 70-75,000 rubles for 8-10 days.

Please note: the price of such tours does not include a ticket to the airport (Moscow or St. Petersburg). Additionally, you have to pay for food (at least partially) and, of course, excursions. Prices are indicated only for round-trip tickets and hotel accommodation (3* or similar class).


Dominican Republic in winter

Elite destinations

More expensive trips to warm countries include:

  1. Mexico- from 80,000 rubles for 7-8 days.
  2. Brazil- from 90,000 rubles for 7-8 days.
  3. Cuba
  4. Maldives- from 100,000 rubles in 7-8 days.
  5. Jamaica- from 95,000 rubles for 7-8 days.

This - best options for winter holidays for those who want to swim and sunbathe. Please note that in this case, such a price must be sought using special offers from tour operators, and the hotels will be budget. Holidays in a five star hotel in Bali or Dominican Republic for two people over 2 New Year's weeks can cost about 7-10 thousand dollars including flights, if you don’t bother looking for a last-minute tour or buying tickets in advance.

Find out where you can go on vacation inexpensively New Year- 2021! List of destinations for which you can still buy cheap air tickets and tours.

  1. Plan your vacation in advance! Book hotels, tours and tickets in advance - there are no cheap options left closer to the New Year. Ideally, plan your next New Year's holiday in January.
  2. The most expensive days for departures - December 28-31. If you want to save money, fly before December 28th or after January 1st.
  3. See long term tours(7, 10 or more days). They often cost only a little more than three- and four-day ones.
  4. Cheapest of all Tours and tickets for the New Year are available to Europe, Turkey, Tunisia. In winter, these countries have a low season and are quite cool - keep this in mind.
  5. Compare prices all tour operators (service) and airlines (search engine). So in one minute you will find the best offer for any destination.

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Cheap tours for New Year - 2021

In this selection we will look at tours for two people with departure from Moscow from 28 to 31 December. Prices are current at the time of publication and are subject to change.

  1. Türkiye
  2. Greece
  3. Tunisia
  4. Czech
  5. Georgia
  6. Spain
  7. Italy

Türkiye - from 29,000 rub./person.

Vacation without a visa.

You can go on vacation inexpensively for New Year 2021 to Turkey. Prices for tours are now very humane! For example, a 7-night trip to Alanya with departure from Moscow on December 28 costs only 60 thousand rubles for two people. Do you want all inclusive? This can also be easily and cheaply arranged - such tours for a week cost only 63 thousand rubles for two!

Inexpensive New Year's tours can be found to many popular resorts in Turkey: Antalya, Alanya, Side, Kemer and others.

Cyprus - from 29,000 rub./person.

The visa is issued online.

Even in Cyprus you can have a cheap Turkish holiday! Celebrating the New Year 2021 on this Mediterranean island is quite inexpensive - tours for 7 nights cost from 60 thousand rubles for two. There are any resorts to choose from: Paphos, Protaras, Limassol, Ayia Napa and others.

Greece - from 32,000 rubles/person.

You need a Schengen visa.

Almost as cheap as Cyprus, you can fly to Greece on New Year's Day. Tours for 7 nights cost from 65 thousand rubles, for 9 nights - from 75 thousand. Eat convenient options- tours departing from Moscow on the afternoon of December 31st.

Tunisia - from 38,000 rub./person.

Vacation without a visa.

Another destination where you can go on holiday for the New Year extremely inexpensively is Tunisia. Weekly trips to cover New Year's Eve cost only 76 thousand rubles if you fly on December 25 or 30. All-inclusive tours are only slightly more expensive - from 79 thousand rubles for 7 nights.

Czech Republic - from 27,000 rubles/person.

You need a Schengen visa.

For the New Year, you can inexpensively fly to Prague for a few days. Short tours (5-7 days) including New Year's Eve are inexpensive - from 53 thousand rubles for two. The Czech Republic is one of the most inexpensive options, where you can go on vacation for the New Year 2021.

Attention: the most inexpensive tours to Prague usually involve staying in hotels located a few kilometers from the center. This is not a problem, because there is public transport. However, if you want to live in the center, take a more expensive tour.

Georgia - from 35,000 rub./person.

Vacation without a visa.

Over the past couple of years, the colorful city has become a hit among Russians - there is magnificent nature, a mild climate, and delicious national cuisine. Why not go to Georgia to celebrate the New Year? Tours for 7 nights with accommodation in a 3* hotel in Tbilisi cost from 70 thousand rubles for two.

Spain - from 45,000 rub./person.

You need a Schengen visa.

You can fly to Spain relatively inexpensively for New Year 2021. Vouchers for 4 nights cost from 65 thousand rubles, for a week - from 90 thousand.

Italy - from 34,000 rub./person.

You need a Schengen visa.

An inexpensive holiday for the New Year is also possible in another European country - Italy. You can go to Rimini for a week from just 70 thousand rubles.

UAE - from 44,000 rub./person.

Vacation without a visa.

rest in United Arab Emirates during New Year's holidays this year is also inexpensive. A week-long tour can be taken for only 88 thousand rubles. Not a bad price for this not the cheapest destination.

Most tourists prefer to go on holiday for the New Year abroad to the warm sea. Prices for trips to the New Year 2021 start from 100 thousand rubles for two for 4-7 nights. Cost of a New Year's holiday by the sea:

  • India- from 100 thousand rubles.
  • Thailand- from 100 thousand rubles.
  • Sri Lanka- from 150 thousand rubles.
  • Bali- from 180 thousand rubles.
  • Dominican Republic- from 185 thousand rubles.

(photo © Robert Mehlan / flickr.com)

Cheap air tickets for New Year 2021

Do you prefer to relax on your own? We have compiled a list for you popular destinations, where there are now inexpensive tickets to catch the New Year.

So, where can you fly inexpensively for New Year 2021?

Prices are current at the time of publication. The price indicated is for round-trip air tickets per person. We are considering departures from Moscow from December 28 to 31 with a return no earlier than January 2.

  1. Milan
  2. Paris
  3. Prague
  4. Georgia
  5. Barcelona
  6. Thailand

Crimea - from 9500 rub.

Sochi - from 7300 rub.

From 7,300 rubles you can also find tickets for the New Year in Sochi. Best price Aeroflot offers direct flights. Meet New Year's Eve you can by the sea in Sochi, Adler or at another resort, among the snowy mountain peaks in Krasnaya Polyana or in.

Towards the end of December, snowstorms are raging across Russia and the frost is getting stronger. Anyone who wants to have a great Christmas holiday and save money at the same time should know which country you can go to by sea for the New Year 2020 without a visa.

Brazil is able to please with only 12 sunny days. For the New Year, it is best to visit Florianópolis, Recife, and Natal. It's too hot in Manaus. The air there warms up to 31 degrees.

The number of sunny days in Indonesia is 15. For the New Year, it is best to visit Padang, Bintan, Medan. Weather in Bandung are not very good.

In Vietnam, the sun will be warm for only 15 days.

For the New Year, it is best to visit cities such as Hanoi, Dalat, Phu Quoc.

The Dominican Republic will delight you with 15 sunny days. For the New Year, it is best to visit cities such as Cap Cana, Arena Gorda, Boca Chica.

In Cuba you can enjoy the sun for 12 days. For the New Year, it is best to visit cities such as Holguin, Cienfuegos, and Baracoa. It is better not to go to Havana, because it is not warm enough there.

India can rightfully be added to the list of countries to celebrate the New Year. . More details in the next video.

Find out from the video:

  • Do you need a visa for Goa?
  • what is the temperature on the island;
  • climatic features tropical climate.

You can go to New Year without a visa. This country includes hundreds of islands. The most attractive place for a New Year's holiday is Bali.

Place of unearthly beauty - Thailand

  • Excursion to latex factories.
  • Visiting historical sites.
  • Thai boxing.
  • Visit to crocodile farms.

Fans extreme recreation Can go snorkeling or diving.

Dominican beach

Fans of tropical nature are recommended to visit the island. Saona. Spearfishing enthusiasts must dive into Fun Fun Cave. The Dominican Republic attracts both family travelers and singles. Fans of active recreation can go windsurfing or rafting.

We'll tell you where to go for the New Year itself in December. Found 4 beach destinations and 4 classic European places with a New Year's atmosphere.

On New Year's Eve, some people want changes and new sensations, while others hope to take advantage of several days off in a row and have a good rest.

While the whole country is cutting Olivier and preparing herring under a fur coat, you can fly to the other side of the world, where it is warm, gentle sea and gentle surf. However, on the beach New Year's holiday the options don't end there. In search of the famous Christmas atmosphere, you can look to Europe, where Gothic churches soar skyward and beautiful garlands are lit on the windowsills of ancient houses.

In this text we have collected 8 popular destinations for you. In addition, we calculated approximate cost holidays at these resorts. We took into account economical flights from Moscow for two tourists and accommodation in a 4* hotel for a period of 7–8 days. All you have to do is decide where exactly you will spend these the winter vacation.


Sri Lanka


The island is attractive with picturesque beaches. Suitable for a relaxing holiday. Negombo resort is located close to the airport, accommodation and food are inexpensive, so it is crowded.

Bentoto is considered the main resort. Tourists come here mainly on tour packages. Young people hang out in Hikkaduwa. There are many cafes and restaurants in the town with a beach 10 km away.

Planning a trip? That way!

We have prepared some useful gifts for you. They will help you save money while preparing for your trip.

Visa

  • You can apply for a visa online. Cost – 35 dollars or 2,103 rubles. Children under 12 years old will receive it free of charge. The visa allows you to stay on the island for 30 days;
  • Can be done through the Consulate. Issued within 3 working days. But the period of stay is longer – 90 days. Cost – 4,800 rubles;
  • Or you can do it upon arrival in Sri Lanka. At Colombo Airport, a stamp is placed at the Visa on Arrival counter. Cost – 40 dollars or 2,401 rubles.

Weather

Pros:

  • A country of contrasts - on the island there are mountains, jungles, kilometer-long beaches;
  • The coast is clean, picturesque and uncrowded;
  • Hotel workers and guides often speak Russian. Locals speaks English;
  • There are various excursion programs;
  • The country has a low crime rate;
  • Comfortable resort for family vacations.

Minuses:

  • Expensive and long flight;
  • There is one airport on the island and the journey to remote resorts will take up to 5 hours;
  • There are interruptions in water supply;
  • The food is exotic and spicy;
  • The roads are bad;
  • The sea is sometimes rough;
  • High cost of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products;
  • Nightlife is not developed.

Pros:

  • Food and accommodation at quite reasonable prices;
  • Hotel rooms have air conditioning;
  • The beaches are mostly clean and well-equipped;
  • There are exotic entertainments: taxi rides - tuk-tuk, elephant rides, river crossing on bamboo rafts;
  • Excursion programs will not let you get bored;
  • Local residents know some Russian;
  • There are many massage parlors offering professional Thai and relaxing massages.

Minuses:

  • Long flight – from 10 hours;
  • Unusual high air humidity for tourists;
  • Crowded beaches;
  • Medical services for tourists are expensive. Necessarily .

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Cuba


Freedom Island in winter attracts Russians with its snow-white sandy beaches, clean water and socialist flavor. The most popular resorts: luxury Varadera and Havana, where they managed to combine city skyscrapers, architectural monuments and beach infrastructure. For a relaxing holiday, it is better to go to the Holguin resort, it is famous for the “Emerald Coast”.

Visa

Valid for Russian citizens visa-free entry. To visit the country, fill out the migration card. You can stay on the island for up to 30 days.

Weather

Climatic conditions December and January are wonderful. During the day average temperature+28 0 C, in the evening it drops to +18 0 C. The water in the ocean is warm +26 0 C. Rain is rare at this time of year.

Pros:

  • Clean snow-white beaches;
  • The water near the shore is warm, the entrance is gentle - good conditions for children;
  • The hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis;
  • In hotels, children under 12 years old are accommodated free of charge;
  • The hotels employ nannies and animators;
  • Cheap and tasty food in local restaurants.

Minuses:

  • Long flight – will take from 11 hours;
  • Wild beaches, which are not attached to hotels, are unsafe. They live there sea ​​urchins, moray eels and other marine animals;
  • Services for tourists are much more expensive than for local residents;
  • You'll have to find Wi-Fi.

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Dominican Republic


In a hot country, the beaches are considered the best. The resort of Punta Cana is popular among Russians. It's the most affordable. At the same time, there is a lot of entertainment for tourists. Boca Chica is a resort for activity lovers. There is a coral reef nearby where diving can be done. Sports fishing tournaments are often held here. The Juan Dolio resort is also attractive for lovers of water activities. But you need to be careful in the sea, there are many dangers in the form sea ​​creatures and sharp pieces of coral.

Visa

Russians do not need a visa. You can stay in the country for 30 days. Upon arrival, fill out the migration card and pay the tax fee.

Weather

The weather is comfortable. During the day the temperature is +30 0, at night it drops to +21 0 C. The water is heated to +28 0 C. Rains are rare, mainly after 14:00 or at night.

Pros:

  • clean and uncrowded beaches;
  • cheap food;
  • the sea is shallow, with a smooth slope - suitable for safe swimming for children;
  • the hotels operate an all-inclusive system;
  • The resort is child friendly. The hotels have animation parks, children's pools and a menu for children;
  • The Caribbean Sea has coral reefs, so there are many diving centers in the country.

Minuses:

  • long flight – from 12 hours;
  • the cost of air tickets and accommodation is high;
  • there is a language barrier;
  • expensive medical services;
  • sex tourism is developed;
  • local population intrusive and pestering;
  • There are a lot of mosquitoes, termites and sand flies.

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The European direction remains popular. Russian citizens go to ski resorts. In Europe they are well developed and there is something for every budget.


France


Christmas and New Year will be magical in the European country. In Paris, holidays are celebrated on a grand scale and carnivals are held. Suitable for those who like to wander around the city, especially couples in love.

Ski resorts are popular in winter. There are more than 200 such places in France. The most famous are Maribel, Chamonix, and Val Thorens. A prestigious ski resort is Courchevel. This is an elite place, but it also costs a lot.

Visa

To get to France, apply for a Schengen visa. Issued at the Visa Application Center or at the Consulate in Moscow. Cost – 35 euros or 2,386 rubles.

Weather

December in France is warm. The temperature in the capital is +7 0 C. It rains often. It gets colder in January, but sub-zero temperatures are rare. At ski resorts the temperature is -2 0 C.

Pros:

  • on Christmas Eve, cities come to life and transform;
  • variety of excursion programs;
  • All stores in France are having sales. Discounts reach 70%;
  • inexpensive Christmas markets;
  • holiday festivals take place.

Minuses:

  • before the holidays, the cost of tours rises several times;
  • the weather is changeable, it can either snow or rain;
  • New Year's decorations begin to be removed on January 1;
  • some attractions are closed to the public;
  • prejudiced attitude towards Russians.

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Italy


The country is attractive at any time of the year. If you prefer walking around the city, go to Rome or Milan. On the eve of the holidays, cities are decorated festively. And after the holidays, stores have sales.

If you prefer winter views sports, go to the Alps. In Italy 25 ski resorts. You can often meet Russians in Val diFass, Bormio, Val di Fiem. There are trails of varying difficulty.

Visa

You need to apply for a Schengen visa type “C”. Issued in Visa centers, Embassy in Moscow and Consulate in St. Petersburg. Cost – 35 euros or 2,386 rubles.

Weather

Winter is warm. There is little precipitation. In the central part of the country the temperature during the day is +7 0 C. At night it can be minus. Snow and rain are rare here. Snowfalls occur frequently in the Alps. Daytime air temperature -1 0 C.

Pros:

  • in cities they are preparing for Christmas events, as this is the main holiday of the country;
  • ski resorts offer a lot winter activities;
  • in the mountains there are trails for tourists with different levels of training;
  • The hotels have entertainment for children. In some hotels at ski resorts, accommodation for children under 8 years of age is free;
  • there are fairs until Christmas;
  • holidays last until January 6;
  • On the first Saturday of January, stores have sales. Discounts reach 80%.

Minuses:

  • getting to ski resorts on your own is difficult;
  • high cost of flights and accommodation;
  • many attractions are closed;
  • there is a language barrier.

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Czech


The country is cozy for tourists at any time. On Christmas and New Year's Eve, Prague comes alive. Fairs and festivals are held. In winter, tourists spend time on thermal resorts. In Karlovy Vary you will be able to improve your health and have fun. There are ski resorts in the Czech Republic, but they are not as popular as in other countries. You will meet your compatriots in Harrachov, Spindleruv Mlyn, Jachimov.

Visa

You need to get a type C visa. Issued at Visa Application Centers, Embassies and Consulates. The cost of Schengen is 35 euros or 2,386 rubles. Valid for 3 months.

Weather

It is relatively warm in the Czech Republic in winter. The average air temperature during the day is +2 0 C. At night it drops to 0 0 C. It rains in December, and snow falls in January.

Pros:

  • the flight to the country takes little time, and you can get to the ski resorts by bus;
  • varied excursion program;
  • there is no language barrier;
  • delicious traditional cuisine;
  • in the Czech Republic, ski resorts are considered budget holiday options;
  • On the eve of the holidays, fairs are held.

Minuses:

  • on the eve of the holidays, prices for flights and accommodation rise several times;
  • the city streets are crowded;
  • small selection of 4* and 5* hotels.

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Austria


Austria has developed urban and ski holiday. Grand balls are held in Vienna at Christmas. Salzburg is a small Austrian city with a large number of attractions. Suitable for lovers excursion tours. And Innsbruck has the status of a museum city. From here you will reach the mountains and spend time at the best ski resorts in the world.

Visa

To visit the country, apply for a Schengen visa. They do it at Visa Application Centers, through travel agencies and at the Austrian Embassy in Moscow. The Consulate in St. Petersburg does not issue visas. Valid for 3 months. Cost – 35 euros or 2,486 rubles.

Weather

It's warm in December. In the capital, the air temperature is up to +7 0 C. In the mountains it is colder. In January, the temperature drops to -7 0 C. It snows at night. The day is sunny.

Pros:

  • there are many ski resorts in the country - about 800 places;
  • well developed infrastructure;
  • the resorts have slopes for skiers of all skill levels;
  • During the winter holidays, Christmas balls are held. They are considered the best in Europe;
  • diverse excursion programs;
  • After the winter holidays there are sales in stores. The discount reaches 80%.

Minuses:

  • Price;
  • even during sales with maximum discounts, goods are more expensive than in other European countries;
  • difficulties with purchasing medicines. You can buy medicines only with a doctor's prescription;
  • There are few parking spaces and it is a bit expensive to travel by car.

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Everyone has thought about celebrating the New Year abroad. But where to go and where is the best place to celebrate the New Year 2020? Can be carried out unforgettable vacation and fly to where it’s warm, there are beaches and palm trees. Alternatively, you can choose a ski resort, ring in the year in a chalet by the fireplace, and go skiing the next day.

Where to spend the New Year inexpensively?

You can travel abroad for the New Year on a budget if you manage your finances correctly and start planning your trip in advance. Let's consider relatively economical options.

Fabulous Czech Republic

The Czech Republic and its capital Prague attract the attention of thousands of tourists every year. This amazing place, where a holiday awaits in every tavern, on the street and in the hotel. Christmas markets are an occasion not only to buy excellent products at affordable prices, but also the opportunity to join the local culture.

☞ The price of New Year's tours to Prague starts from 40 thousand rubles for two adults for 7-8 days (if booked in advance).

Finland

The country, accessible to visitors all year round, is the birthplace of Santa Claus. You can go here with your children, giving them an amazing journey into a fairy tale. You can stop in Rovaniemi, where Santa's house is located, recreated from fairy tales. There is an amusement park nearby that will delight children.

☞ The cost of a trip to Finland for two for 5-6 days is from 32 thousand rubles.

Sunny Thailand

Thailand attracts attention clean beaches, warm sea, amazing traditions. Every year tourists from all over the world come here to enjoy the warmth in the middle of winter, stock up on positive emotions and get new experiences. A trip to Thailand for the New Year holidays will cost more than the rest of the year, but overall it will remain affordable.

☞ Cost for two for 7-10 days – from 70 thousand rubles.

Baltics

Feel free to go on vacation to amazing Riga, fabulous Vilnius, unusual Tallinn. Holidays here are celebrated widely, fun and interesting, but prices for food and entertainment are much lower than in others European countries.

☞ On average, in 4-5 days for two you can pay from 32 thousand rubles.

Germany

Prices are reasonable. The most popular holiday destinations for the Christmas holidays are Berlin, Munich, and Cologne, but you can also go to tiny towns where there is an equally festive atmosphere. Before the celebrations in Germany, fairs and Christmas markets are held, where you can make profitable purchases and at the same time get acquainted with German traditions.

☞ For two, a trip to Germany for 3-4 days will cost 40 thousand rubles and more.

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Mysterious Vietnam

To celebrate the New Year, such popular resorts as Nha Trang, Mui Ne, Phu Quoc, which are presented in European style and guests can expect decorated Christmas trees, Santa Clauses and a cheerful celebration, are suitable.

☞ A vacation in this place for two varies from 45 thousand rubles for 5-8 days.

Bulgaria

One of the most affordable options with excellent service. The main feature is alpine skiing in Pamporovo and Bansko. Celebrations are vibrant in Sofia with folk festivities.

☞ The cost of the tour is from 55 thousand rubles for 5-7 days for two people.

Estonia

Here tourists will be greeted by numerous concerts, fairs, and entertainment programs. Thematic New Year's celebrations are in demand, for example, stylized as the Middle Ages.

☞ The cost of a week's holiday for two is from 40 thousand rubles.

When planning a trip to Europe for the New Year holidays, remember that Christmas is celebrated here on a large scale, while the New Year is celebrated more modestly. Therefore, travel so that you can also get to the fabulous Christmas celebrations.

New Year 2020 at sea


New Year 2020 can be celebrated on the seashore under the warm rays of the sun. Where to go? Let's consider several options.

Egypt

Best places for winter holidays - Nuweiba, Dahab, Sharm el-Sheikh. The Red Sea will delight you with air temperatures of up to 24 degrees, the water usually warms up to 23 degrees. The places are distinguished by their picturesque beauty. Since mid-December, the streets popular resorts decorated for the New Year holidays, figures of Papa Noel - the Egyptian Father Frost - are installed.

☞ Independent trip for two for a week - from 50 thousand rubles.

Israel

Guests are greeted by the city of Eilat, located on the Red Sea coast. The water warms up to 21-23 degrees, and the air temperature reaches 22-23 degrees. You can also go to the desert if you want to celebrate the celebration in an unconventional way.

☞ The cost of a trip to Israel is from 22 thousand per adult for 3-5 days.

UAE

Choose the resorts of Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ras al-Khaimah, Fujairah. The daytime temperature will reach 26 degrees. Local residents organize a secular holiday on December 31 with numerous fireworks, which were twice included in the Guinness Book of Records.

☞ The price of a holiday week-long tour is from $1,500 for two. Given that early booking, this price will include accommodation, flights, transfers, meals, insurance.

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Jordan

Marvelous a nice place where you can relax inexpensively. One of the most popular resorts is Aqaba. Other benefits include friendly locals, low crime rates, scenic attractions, beautiful weather and fun celebrations. The air temperature during the day is up to 22 degrees, and the water temperature in the Red Sea is up to 23 degrees.

☞ The cost of a week-long tour ranges from 1.7 thousand dollars for two adults, subject to early booking.

Goa

Main Resort India with wonderful weather. The daytime temperature is up to 32 degrees, and the water temperature is up to 28 degrees. New Year celebrations take place on a grand scale. Better suited for a good rest Northern region, A South part in demand among wealthy tourists.

☞ Tour for two for a week - from a thousand dollars. The most expensive item of expense is flights.

Sri Lanka

The place is ideal for winter holidays - minimal daily temperature difference, low probability of heavy rains, air temperature 29-32 degrees, and water temperature 26-28 degrees. Local residents celebrate the New Year together with tourists, celebrating on a large scale on the coast with fireworks and entertainment programs.

☞ The cost of a week's vacation for two is from $1,500 if you choose a modest home, and from $2,000 if you want to stay in a three-star hotel.

Where to go abroad for Christmas holidays


Going abroad for the Christmas holidays is an excellent reason to have a good rest, admire the picturesque corners of the planet, and get acquainted with new sights. Fabulous places many, some of which I voiced earlier.

Andorra, Grandvalira

The place is suitable for lovers of active recreation, because it is a valley of ski resorts. In mountain villages tourists are offered comfortable hotels, where you can rent equipment for snowboarding and skiing. People usually bring back jewelry, stuffed olives, wine, cheeses, olive oil, tobacco, cigars, watches or electronics from a trip.

☞ Cost for two – from 40 thousand rubles for a week.

Cuba, Varadero

The place is often called paradise. The tiny town will delight everyone, and its highlight is its 20-kilometer beach, which is recognized by UNESCO as one of the cleanest in the world. Noisy parties are regularly held on the coast. From the trip it is advised to bring coral jewelry, spices, herbal tincture, coffee, rum, cigars, and machetes.

☞ Cost for two – from 50 thousand rubles for a week.

Vietnam, Phan Thiet

Here the Christmas holidays will be held without the usual paraphernalia - only exotic, hot, clean coastline, delights in local restaurants, crocodile farms. You can please your loved ones and friends with all kinds of souvenirs: crocodile leather products, pearls, green tea, coffee, wooden and stone figurines, fish sauce, silk.

☞ The cost of a vacation for two is from 100 thousand rubles for 8-14 days.

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To have a great New Year 2020 abroad, listen to these tips.

  1. Please note that prices are constantly rising. If you are planning a holiday on New Year's Eve, book hotel rooms, plane tickets or tours in advance.
  2. The most affordable options are sold out until October. It is important to book not only a hotel room or rent an apartment, but also choose a place for the meeting. If it's a cafe or restaurant, make a reservation. It happens that there are simply no places. This is especially true for popular resorts.
  3. How holiday is approaching, the higher the tour prices. If you want to celebrate well and not spend too much, everything should be ready a few months before the trip. Your vacation will definitely be bright and colorful.

Don't forget to look at New Year's fairs, which will delight you with favorable prices for various goods.