Philippines for the New Year. Philippine New Year traditions

COST: $1450

WHAT'S INCLUDED (read to the end)

ACCOMMODATION

All nights in hotels conveniently located for travel (double occupancy, separate beds, shower and toilet in the room)

TRANSPORT

All movements described in the route

flight Manila - o. Bohol
flight o. Cebu - o. Palawan
flight Manila - o. Palawan
flight o. Palawan - Manila
all transfers from and to airports
trip hotel - Taal volcano - hotel
boat to the volcano and back
bike/car rental on the island. Bohol

(1 bike for 2 people or 1 car for 4 people)

ATV rental on the island. Bohol
boat from the island Bohol on the island Cebu
transfer hotel - place with sharks - hotel
transfer hotel - canyoning
transfer canyoning - Cebu airport
car rental for all days on the island. Palawan
6-hour island hopping boat tour in Port Barton
6-Hour Island Hopping Boat Tour in El Nido

All activities described in the itinerary (including entrance tickets, permits, fees), except those described in the “optional” paragraph

entrance ticket to the tarsier animals
trip to the chocolate hills
swimming with whale sharks
state permission to visit the underground river
boat ride on the world's longest underground river
boat ride through the mangrove forest
entrance ticket and equipment for walking through the cave
the highest zip line in the Philippines in Sabang
entrance ticket to Nacpan Falls
entrance ticket to the waterfall in El Nido

Travel Attendant

Russian-speaking tour leader who lives in the Philippines

Day 1-3: Manila

Flight to Manila. Transfer, check-in, meeting the tour leader and group members.

We are going to conquer the ancient and still active volcano Taal. We have to climb to the very top and look into the mouth of a natural monster. What you will see will surprise you) In the crater there is a smooth, mirror-like volcanic lake with water of a very unusual color! Calm and tranquility reign here. After enjoying the views from the volcano, we will visit several more interesting sights on the way home.

Day 4-5: Bohol Island

Flight to Bohol island. We will travel around the island by car or motorbike, if desired. We will see tiny animals - tarsiers - with huge eyes. We will climb to the top of the mountain, which offers stunning views of the Chocolate Hills.

Along the way we will contemplate the incredible nature, constantly stopping and shouting “Wow” to take photos :)
Of course, we’ll swing the bamboo bridge hanging over the river. Every now and then the bridge tends to collapse underfoot and cracks dangerously.

Day 6-7: Cebu Island

In the morning, instead of coffee to cheer us up, we will swim with Whale SHARKS! These are the largest sharks in the world, up to 20 meters long!! Incredible sensations, shooting with GoPro and delight! They feed on plankton, so it is safe to be in the water.

Then we go to a stunning waterfall, where you can jump into the water to your heart's content. Let's find out what canyoning is. The bravest ones will be able to dive into the water from a height of 12 meters (4 floors). The instructor will explain how to jump.

Day 8-9: Palawan Island

Let's see one of the wonders of our planet - fireflies gathering along the banks of the night river and blinking in rhythm in the dark, like endless garlands enveloping coastal vegetation.

Let's sail along longest in the world underground river included in the UNESCO heritage list. A powerful flashlight will come in handy! After the cave, we will slide down from the height of the 10th floor using a zip line. Let's sail through the jungle on a boat. We will see poisonous snakes, monitor lizards and many other dangerous tropical animals under the control of a guide. We will make our way through the narrow and wide passages of the cave. In general, these days will be very active, sporty and full of emotions, shouts of “Wow” and gigabytes of incredible photos!

Day 10-11: Palawan Island

Boat trip along paradise islands: live starfish, turtles, snow-white beaches, snorkeling, bizarrely shaped corals, incredible beautiful nature. Seafood dinner by the ocean with sunset in the background. And after - dancing in a reggae bar under live music!

On the eleventh day we leave for national park El Nido - the pearl of the Philippines.

Day 12-14: Palawan Island

In El Nido we are waiting for: boat trips around the islands, secret beaches, scarlet sunsets, snorkeling, walks through the jungle, fresh food, rocks surrounded by greenery and gigabytes of photographs from Paradise! I don’t even know how to write about El Nido... these are truly places the likes of which you have probably never seen before. Places you must visit in your lifetime to see this world of amazing nature with your own eyes!

We will swim on the most beautiful beach on Palawan island. Let's take a photo with two waterfalls along the way.

We say goodbye to El Nido with the thought that we will definitely return with loved ones to show them the masterpieces of nature. Those who wish can stay here for another 4 days! Check with the manager for details.

Transfer to Puerto Princesa and flight to Manila and then home.

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New Year in the Philippines is seven thousand paradise islands, luxurious beaches, exotic cuisine, diving and three whole weeks of non-stop parties. The only drawback is the long and tiring flight, but for the sake of such a holiday you can endure it. Moreover, it is in winter that it is worth coming here for a long time: Christmas in the Philippines begins to be celebrated on December 16 and continues until January 6.

The Philippines has a maritime tropical climate, so it is hot and humid all year round. At the end of December - beginning of January, it is as dry as possible and cool by local standards - from 21 ° C to 32 ° C, depending on the region. Typhoons and tsunamis do occur in this country, but usually occur in late summer - early autumn, and in New Year holidays It's absolutely safe here.

Traditions

The Filipino population is predominantly Catholic and Protestant, but there are also Orthodox Christians, so Christmas is celebrated here in mid-December. Orthodox local residents, in turn, more attention is paid to the New Year, so the holiday on the islands does not stop until Orthodox Christmas.

At the beginning of December, Filipinos begin to decorate palm trees and other trees in their homes and on the street. At Christmas (both Catholic and Orthodox) it is customary to visit older relatives, and housewives try to prepare a rich festive table - it is believed that this will bring good luck and prosperity in the coming year. The festive table in the Philippines always includes noodles with chicken, pig on a spit, signature fish “lapu-lapu”, as well as numerous desserts made from rice with fruit.

After dinner, it is customary to visit friends and neighbors, set off fireworks, and young people go to hang out in bars and discos.

Where to go

Festive events and parties begin in the Philippines from mid-December and end only at Orthodox Christmas. All of them are very colorful and unusual, representing a “mix” of Christian traditions and pagan rituals.

From December 20 to 25, it is worth going to the city of Laodag - there is a bright procession taking place there these days: the symbol of the Star of Bethlehem is carried through the streets, which is accompanied by thousands of multi-colored light bulbs.

In Quiapo, a few days before the New Year, another beautiful event takes place - the procession of the Black Nazarene. Millions of people take to the streets of the city to greet the life-size statue of Jesus, made of dark wood.

During these three weeks, all cities and all resorts host many music festivals, fairs, parties, beach discos and other fun. You can come to any resort, and it’s guaranteed to be fun, but the noisiest festivities are traditionally expected in Manila and Boracay.

Exactly at midnight, fireworks will thunder everywhere, but around 2:00 the holiday usually ends, this also applies to major cities and resorts.

What to do on vacation

In between sunbathing and a cold mojito, you can go to the capital of the Philippines - Manila. Fort Santiago from the 16th century has been preserved there. and an old stone church, you can take a walk in the national park, see the memorial with mosaic maps of the battles for the Philippine Islands, the national exhibition WOW Philippines and museums. One of the city's attractions is Roxas Boulevard, where there are many different entertainment venues for adults.

In any Philippine village, real cockfights are held on Sundays, which anyone can watch.

But the main entertainment here, of course, is active: snorkeling, water skiing and parasailing, traveling around the islands by canoe, trekking and mountaineering, cycling and caving, beach volleyball, Frisbee and basketball, golf. In addition, it is worth visiting the local masters of national massage at least once.

Prices for New Year's tours

A New Year's tour to the Philippines (Cebu or Boracay islands) for 9 days will cost from 1,600 USD per person. This includes air travel from Moscow and back, accommodation in double room 3* hotel (single occupancy is possible upon request, then the price will be higher), all transfers according to the program (meeting and seeing off at the airport), breakfasts and medical insurance. Prices on the page are as of November 2018.

You can spend the New Year holidays in a completely unusual way! Instead of white snow there is snow-white sand, and instead of a green elegant Christmas tree there are bright green palm trees... although in the Philippines you can find both a Christmas tree and Olivier ;)))

Numerous islands with amazing nature and alluring expanses of seas, bays, and lagoons. Underwater, it’s not just the world that opens up to us - it’s space! Philippine waters abound with creatures of the most vibrant colors and bizarre shapes, and the myriad of varieties is simply too many to count!
The program includes Cebu, Malapascua, Moalboal, Oslob.

Tour program 14 days/14 nights or 10 days/10 nights)
Day 1 December 29, 2017 Departure from Sheremetyevo airport. at 19.40 in Cebu. Aeroflot+CathayPacific. Connection in Hong Kong 6 hours and arrival at 18.50

Day 2 December 30 Arrival in Cebu and transfer to Moal Boal (2-3 hours). Check-in at Hotel Marina Village Resort BB

Day 6 January 3 Morning snorkeling with whale sharks. Day trip to the paradise Sumilon island with snow-white beaches. Swimming in the white sandy beach, swimming in the infinity pool, sunbathing, Island hopping, Cave tour, Climbing the lighthouse where you can see the view of the entire island. Return to the hotel

Day 7 January 4 Transfer to Cebu (2 hours) and then by ferry to Panglau Island (2 hours). Check-in at the Hayahay Resort BB hotel. Rest after the road.

The group flying out to Moscow on January 8 goes on an excursion with their belongings and takes the last ferry to Cebu. The rest of the group returns to the room.

Departure is at 08.01 at 01.50. Connection in Seoul is 6 hours 10 minutes. Arrival in Moscow at 16.55

Day 12-13 January 9-10 diving on the island of Malapascua. The island of Malapascua is famous for the fact that Thresher sharks can be seen there in the Monad Shoal area.

Day 14 January 11 is not an early transfer to Cebu. January 12 at 01.50 flight to Moscow by Aziana Airlines + Aeroflot. Connection in Seoul is 6 hours 10 minutes. Arrival at 16.55 at Sheremetyevo

ATTENTION! The validity of the passport must be no less than six months from the date of DEPARTURE from the host country.

The cost of the tour from 29 to 12 will be:

$1850 diver based on accommodation in a double room
$1250 non-diver, subject to accommodation in a double room

The cost of the tour will include:

Accommodation for 3 nights on the island of Malapascua (at the hotels at the dive center). Meals - breakfast

Accommodation 5 nights - Cebu Island. Moalboal

Accommodation 4 nights - Panglao Island.

Six-day dive package (2-4 dives per day - 20 dives)

Snorkeling with whale sharks.

Transfers
- Excursions according to the program

The tour price does not include:

Air flight Moscow-Cebu-Moscow

Tips to staff
- Equipment rent
- collection at airports.
- Completion of PADI courses
- Tips to staff
- Optional excursions
- Visiting bars and restaurants
- Duty Free
- The excess baggage is NOT divided equally among everyone

For those who want to dive on free days:

The cost of one additional weapon is 25-40 dollars.

Details here and by phone:
https://seaangels.ru/filippinskie_ostrova
84955144976

New Year in the Philippines will give a lot unforgettable impressions both adults and children. We present to your attention New Year's tours to the Philippines at competitive prices with departure from Moscow. There are big discounts for early booking of tours in 2020.

Holidays in the Philippines for the New Year

It can rightfully be called a paradise on our planet. Many tourists dream of going to the Philippine Islands; it is a very beautiful, picturesque and memorable place. Tours to the Philippines for the New Year 2018 are a great opportunity to enjoy the beauty of heaven, juicy fruits, warm climate, waves of the azure ocean and have fun celebrating the New Year. And the prices for New Year's holiday for such heavenly place quite small. The islands are very happy about the arrival of Christmas and New Year. In honor of these holidays, the Philippines hosts the most fun parties. Like everyone else, on Philippine Islands are carefully preparing for the arrival of the holidays. Filipinos borrowed jewelry from European and American peoples. But at the same time you can feel the flavor of the country. Garlands, flickering lights, and lanterns are hung on houses and shops. You can’t do without tinsel, colored ribbons, and Christmas wreaths. Everything glows and sparkles. From late at night until the morning, loud music can be heard throughout the Philippines. People dance, laugh, congratulate each other and rejoice at the coming of the New Year.

Philippine New Year traditions

Unfortunately, there are no pine trees or traditional green Christmas trees in the Philippines. But, instead, Filipinos decorate artificial Christmas trees with Christmas decorations. They are made from plastic, branches and papier-mâché, making quite realistic spruce trees.

In the Philippines, the loudest and most colorful event dedicated to the New Year and Christmas is the launch of fireworks. Before the holidays, everyone buys firecrackers, firecrackers, sparklers, fireworks and more. It is a very impressive sight when thousands of fireworks fly up and explode in the sky, coloring everything around in bright brilliant shades. Fireworks do not subside throughout New Year's Eve and continue until the morning.

The whole family, close friends, and neighbors gather at the festive table in the Philippines. Filipinos are very hospitable people, and sometimes even invite tourists to their table. There are many delicious dishes on the Christmas table. In the Philippines, piglets are prepared for the holiday, meat is fried over coals. Boiled rice or baked potatoes and vegetables are served as a side dish. Desserts include cakes, pastries, and cookies. They serve wine, beer and champagne.

Where to go during the New Year holidays

All islands have their own characteristics, so a certain ideal place No. It is best to choose New Year's tours in the Philippines, which along the route touch on several different islands at once.

On gray autumn evenings, when there is no sun for weeks and a piercing wind blows, you think more and more about where to go on holiday. New Year 2020 inexpensive. At this time, you can swim and sunbathe at sea in warm countries. Just imagine such a holiday in the middle of palm trees instead of a Christmas tree. Let's consider popular destinations and decide on prices.

Thailand

Thailand is one of the most popular countries among tourists. A visa is not required and you can buy tours or air tickets without wondering whether you will be able to get one. This time of year is the peak season in the country. The temperature of both air and water is about 30 degrees. Most hotels are filled to capacity. At this time of year it is difficult to find silence and solitude here. Affects large quantity tourists and on prices. They become taller than in the off-season. Entertainment in Thailand for every taste. These include numerous excursions to the islands, National parks or crocodile farms. If you wish, you can ride elephants or go shopping. Thai food deserves special attention. Thai cuisine is significantly different from ours, and when you find yourself in the country for the first time, you want to try everything. Fruits in Thailand also cannot be ignored. Such variety is difficult to find in other countries, and they are inexpensive by our standards. If you decide to celebrate the New Year in Thailand, purchase a tour or air tickets in advance.

The cost of air tickets increases closer to the New Year holidays. The cheapest way to fly to Bangkok is for 38 thousand rubles. For example, at the beginning of December such tickets cost only 20,500 rubles. From Bangkok it is easy to get to Pattaya, or fly to Phuket on local airlines.

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But accommodation in an inexpensive guesthouse in Phuket will cost only 5 thousand rubles for 7 nights for a double room.

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Tours to Thailand for the New Year 2020 start from 126 thousand for two for 7 nights including flights. To save money, I recommend looking for tours on an aggregator of offers from all tour operators.

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India Goa

December and January are a great time to travel to Goa. Many tourists choose India because of its interesting culture and warm sea. You don’t want to leave the endless beaches of North and South Goa. The sea here is quite calm and very warm. Even though many tourists from all over the world fly to Goa, the beaches do not feel overcrowded. At first, the cows strolling slowly are surprising, but you quickly get used to them, as well as to other features of India. Even the most experienced tourist will get a lot of new impressions in this country. Local flavor and traditions will remain in the memory for a long time.

But Goa is not only about beaches. Tired of the scorching sun, you can go on excursions. The most popular of them is a sightseeing tour, with a visit to the famous Dudhsagar waterfall and spice plantations. Some tourists rent a scooter and explore the area on their own. It is convenient to get to neighboring beaches and not be tied to the location of the hotel. Despite the hot weather, you can feel the holiday approaching. In many places you can see decorated New Year trees and figures of Santa Claus. The capital of Goa is decorated to Catholic Christmas, and all this paraphernalia remains until the new year. A holiday in Goa is a great reason to change your beach hat to a New Year's cap and tinsel.

Air tickets to Goa are becoming more expensive New Year's Eve. Price about 47 thousand. But if you can add a week of vacation and fly away on December 23, then the cost of the flight will be 29 thousand.

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The cheapest double room in a guesthouse will cost you 11 thousand for two for 7 nights. For more good conditions you will have to pay extra.

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The price of tours to Goa starts from 86 thousand rubles for 7 nights for two.

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Sri Lanka

Srilanka attracts with a bright and eventful holiday. A large variety of flora and fauna fits on a small island. This is a real treasure trove of exotics. Unique historical relics coexist with snow-white sandy beaches and the endless ocean. The island has long had many regular admirers, but this does not prevent it from revealing its characteristics to new travelers.

From December to March in Srilanka high season. This time is ideal for visiting excursions and beach holiday. When choosing a resort, you should take into account the climate in different parts islands. In winter it is better to stay in the southwest of Sri Lanka, and in the summer - in the northeast. The climate in the coastal zone is milder and fresher than in areas located further from the ocean.

On New Year's Day everyone gathers on the beach and sets off fireworks. The people are having fun and enjoying this wonderful night. Among the attractions of the island you should visit tea plantations, an elephant nursery, Buddhist temples and Royal Botanical Garden. An excursion that involves watching blue whales is very popular. Renting a car with a driver is also common on the island. In this case, you yourself create a route for several days according to interesting objects. Such a trip will be beneficial when traveling with a group, because the payment is for the car, and not for the number of people.

Flights to Srilanka before the main winter holiday cost about 43 thousand per person; in early December you can fly 2 times cheaper.

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But accommodation in Srilanka can be found inexpensively. The cheapest hotels and guesthouses on booking offer a double room for 5,000 rubles for 7 nights.

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The cost of a New Year's tour for 12 nights will be 161 thousand rubles for two. Check, prices change frequently and you can catch a tour at a good discount.

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Philippines

There are three seasons in the Philippines. From October to February is a dry, cool season. During this period there is little rainfall, and average temperature air +25-+29 degrees. From March to May the dry and hot season continues, which is characterized by little precipitation and hot air temperatures (about +35 degrees). From June to September it rains almost every day, the temperature stays around +25+30 degrees. Winter in the Philippines is conducive to a pleasant trip. Comfortable warm weather without sweltering heat and the absence of strong waves in the ocean create conditions for a beach holiday. The water temperature is about +28 degrees.

At this time you can get a beautiful tan, go diving or do other active species sports. Surfing and snorkeling are very popular. Undersea world it is rich and varied here. He easily reveals his secrets to everyone. The Philippines is located on large quantities islands, the most popular being Boracay and Palawan.

If you want to save on airfare, you need to fly to the Philippines no later than December 25th. In this case, the flight will cost 40 thousand rubles, but later the price will be about 70 thousand rubles.

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You can rent a hotel room on Borocay Island from 8 thousand rubles for two for 7 nights.

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Dominican Republic

Of course, the Dominican Republic is difficult to classify as a budget destination, but sooner or later even budget travelers begin to think about the possibility of visiting this country. The Dominican Republic is perfect for celebrating the New Year. The country has high season from November to April. The winter weather in the country will delight those who love to soak up the beach and swim in the sea. There are many beautiful beaches with clear water. There is no precipitation at this time, and the air temperature is about 27 degrees.

Hotels in the country are of a fairly high level, many of them operate on an all-inclusive basis. Although, if desired, you can choose a different type of food. Finding yourself on another continent, it’s a shame not to see the sights of the country. It has high mountains, waterfalls and caves. The most popular excursion is a trip to the protected island of Saona, where the Bounty commercial was filmed. And on the Samana Peninsula, where tourists also travel, the filming of Pirates of the Caribbean took place.

Airfare to the Dominican Republic new year holidays from 62 thousand rubles.

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Accommodation in the Dominican Republic can be found quite inexpensively. A double room will cost 5-10 thousand rubles for 7 nights.

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Cuba

Next to the Dominican Republic is another country for a beach holiday. Cuba attracts tourists with its mild climate and gorgeous beaches. At this time, the water and air temperature is about 27 degrees, there is almost no rain. Many tourists note that the atmosphere of the 80s reigns in the country and are not averse to plunging into it and being nostalgic.

The country celebrates the New Year on a grand scale. Cuba is a country of fiery dances and bright sunshine. Only instead of a Christmas tree they decorate araucaria, and instead of champagne they drink cocktails with rum. Celebrating the New Year in Cuba means organizing a real Caribbean adventure that you will remember for a long time.

A flight to Cuba will cost 67-68 thousand rubles.

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The cost of a hotel room will be from 16 thousand for two for 7 nights.

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The cost of a tour to Cuba is not much different from the Dominican Republic. The cheapest one will cost 147 thousand for 7 nights.

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Mexico

Mexico has an interesting culture, and its history dates back to the times of the Aztecs and Mayans. Despite the fact that it’s a long way to fly to Mexico, and the flight itself (and the tour) is an expensive pleasure, Russian tourists continue to fly to this country. Holidays in the country are especially good in winter time. The most best season The period from November to March is considered. The rainy season is over, and the sea is warm and comfortable. By local standards, this is a cold period, the temperature is about 27 degrees. But there is no extreme heat and the tan is even. One of the most visited resorts in Mexico is Cancun, located on a long sandy spit.

Mexicans have their own New Year's traditions. IN major cities they gather with friends for central square. Many tourists prefer to celebrate the holiday at their hotel, where a festive table and its own program are organized.

Flights to Mexico for the New Year will cost about 58 thousand rubles

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The price for 7 nights in a double room will be from 17 thousand rubles for two, in a hostel in shared room you can live for 8 thousand rubles.

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The minimum price for a tour for the New Year holidays is 152 thousand rubles for two.

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How to save money when traveling to warm countries for the New Year

Flying on vacation to another country won’t be particularly cheap, but you can always save money by optimizing costs.

Buy tours and tickets in advance. Firstly, there is more choice, and secondly, the cost is early booking below.
Compare prices for tours and independent travel(purchase of tickets and hotel reservations). Choose what will be cheaper. On different directions There may be different options. I recommend using the tour aggregator travelata, which shows tours from all tour operators. This way you can choose the one that is offered cheaper.
If you fly on your own, then use aviasales to search for tickets; it shows tickets from all airlines and will help you choose the best ticket. To search for hotels, it is better to use not only booking, but also check prices on hotelloo k.
Take one or two weeks off before the new year. In this case, when traveling on your own, air tickets will cost 50% less, and they make up the bulk of the costs.
If spending New Year's Eve at sea is not important to you, you can save money by returning home on December 30-31. In this case, the difference in the cost of the tour may be lower by up to 40-50% from the option with a return on the 2-3rd.
The most expensive tours will be when traveling for the entire New Year holidays.
From my selection, tours to Goa are the cheapest. At independent trip you can go to the Philippines or Srilanka. It’s just better to fly a little early, but accommodation and food there are quite inexpensive.
In this article I tried to answer the question of where you can go on vacation for the New Year 2020 in warm countries so that it would be inexpensive and there would be a warm sea. Abroad in winter you can sunbathe and swim, while at home we wrap ourselves in warm clothes. Reviews show that such a vacation is remembered for a long time. Tourists from Russia can visit many countries without a visa. But if beach destinations you are not attracted or seem expensive, you can meet perfectly Now you will easily lose the best place to celebrate the New Year and it will be an unforgettable holiday for you.
Have a nice trip!