New Year in hot countries. Where to go for the New Year? New Year in St. Petersburg
It's no secret what exactly New Year For Russians it is considered the most important holiday of the year. They are waiting for it, preparing for it mentally and physically much in advance, and preparation is carried out everywhere: from kindergartens to the State Duma. Many people equate the New Year with the beginning of a new life, new promises and changes for the better. Everyone decides for himself how he will celebrate this grand holiday. Long holidays are coming at work and school, which means it’s time to change the scenery and visit long-planned destinations, recharge with new emotions and spiritual strength for further achievements, and just relax.
Not just to relax, but to celebrate the holiday itself in new country- an incredible adventure and an unforgettable experience that will allow you to immerse yourself in the culture of the area, learn special traditions and become part of the holiday. Many vacationers, on the contrary, bring Russian celebration culture to the masses and introduce foreigners to Slavic identity. Such a mixture of customs as part of the New Year celebration will remain in memory for a lifetime.
It’s quite difficult to decide on a direction for the New Year, since there are actually a lot of tours. You can go to conquer the peaks at ski resorts, warmly and comfortably wander through the ancient streets of Europe and have a childish joy at fairs, or you can celebrate a holiday on the beach, which in itself is exotic for a Russian person.
New Year's tours at sea
Almost the entire territory of Russia is covered with snow on New Year's Day. It's hard to imagine a holiday without frost, blizzards and white flakes outside the window. What an unforgettable experience it will be to celebrate the New Year under the scorching sun in the hot sand and gentle sea. It’s funny to see how hotels and palm trees are decorated for the New Year instead of traditional fir trees. Although, hotels in the most popular destinations still display spruce trees so as not to violate the traditions of visitors.
Thailand
Vietnam
Just like in Thailand, the New Year in Vietnam on January 1 is a significant holiday for tourists. Vietnamese New Year (Tet) takes place here on lunar calendar and has floating dates. In traditional New Year holidays Vietnam delights vacationers with gorgeous sandy beaches, decorated with shopping centers, Santa Clauses and other holiday paraphernalia. If you are lucky enough to celebrate the New Year in Vietnam, then be sure to go to the embankment (no matter whether it is Nha Trang, Phu Coc, Phan Thiet or Mui Ne), as this is where concerts, folk festivals, dances and the countdown to the start of the new calendar year are organized.
Where to go to the beach: Nha Trang, Phu Coc, Mui Ne, Phan Thiet.
Weather: the air warms up to +27 °C, and the water to +24 °C. At this time of year, precipitation is unlikely, but quite possible. They are unlikely to ruin a holiday by the sea due to their short duration and rarity.
Other helpful information about Vietnam:
Prices for New Year tours to Vietnam: from 100,000 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Vietnam here:
Bali
The end of December and the beginning of January is the best time for a beach holiday in Bali, as the amount of precipitation is gradually declining, but it is still possible. The Balinese celebrate New Year in the spring, and on December 31st they hold celebrations exclusively for tourists. On holiday, you should rush to the beach, where there are big fireworks displays.
Where to go to the beach: Nusa Dua, Kuta, Denpasar, etc.
Weather: water and air warm up to approximately +29° C, water temperature - +28° C.
Other useful information about Bali:
Prices for New Year's tours in Bali: from 120,000 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Bali here:
Sri Lanka
Cuba
New Year's celebrations in Cuba are particularly large-scale, since January 1 is also Liberation Day. Once you go outside, you simply cannot avoid the holiday. Parades, processions, and carnivals take place everywhere. Everyone dresses up in the brightest dresses, drinks rum and is wholeheartedly proud of the country.
Where to go to the beach: Havana, Trinidad, Santiago de Cuba, Varadero.
Weather: The average air and water temperature is +25 °C - +28 °C. The rainy season is already over.
Other useful information about Cuba:
Prices for New Year's tours to Cuba: from 150,000 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Cuba here:
Less popular due to the high cost, but no less interesting, are New Year’s tours to countries such as:
Christmas and New Year in Europe
Christmas Europe has a special, childishly magical charm. Colorful fairs in medieval squares attract millions of visitors at Christmas. You should go to Europe before December 25 in order to catch the most important holiday of the year, for which Europeans prepare with all responsibility. On Christmas, church services are held in Gothic cathedrals and ancient basilicas, the streets are filled with the smell of pine needles and cinnamon, and the festive bustle everywhere does not subside: everyone is in a bustle buying gifts for family and friends. New Year in Europe is not celebrated on the same scale as Christmas, but in any case, the winter holidays and the special atmosphere will remain in the memory forever.
Finland
Other useful information about Finland:
Prices for New Year's tours to Finland: from 55,500 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Finland here:
Czech Republic, Prague)
Prague takes on an absolutely magical appearance during the Christmas holidays. It seems that every square meter of the city is decorated with bright light bulbs, garlands, and glass beads. A lush, elegant fir tree is installed on each square and fairs are set up around them, where you can walk endlessly. Definitely worth arranging gastronomic tour and try local New Year's dishes: wine sausage, “vanochka” and “nut nests”. At every turn during the cold season they sell hot mulled wine, punch or honey, so there is no chance of freezing or catching a cold.
Where to go for New Year: Prague.
Weather: Daytime temperatures are around +2 °C.
Other useful information about the Czech Republic:
Prices for New Year's tours to the Czech Republic: from 50,500 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to the Czech Republic here:
France Paris)
One more popular destination on New Year's Day is Paris. From the beginning of December, the city plunges into a pleasant pre-holiday bustle. Thanks to illumination, the Eiffel Tower and other landmarks acquire a new and vibrant image. Throughout the month, the city hosts colorful themed fairs, festivals and concerts. As a rule, Parisians go out to celebrate the New Year on the Champs Elysees. This is where the countdown takes place, and a multi-ethnic crowd of thousands of people is having fun and rejoicing. You should definitely check out the Christmas sale: the prices may pleasantly surprise you.
Where to go for Christmas: Paris.
Weather: The air in the capital warms up from 0 °C to +8 °C.
Other useful information about France:
Prices for Christmas tours to France: from 74,200 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to France here:
Italy
Just like other major European countries, Italy is immersed in bright lights and fairs throughout December. Mostly people go to Italy during the Christmas holidays for shopping. In large cities you can purchase absolutely any item at almost cost. Experienced travelers advise going to sales in Italy with empty but large suitcases. Among the Italians themselves, the Christmas tradition of throwing old things out the window has sunk into oblivion, but another one has appeared - acquiring everything new.
The New Year itself is celebrated in large cities on a grand scale. Everyone goes out to the central, richly decorated squares, music plays everywhere, New Year's strong drinks flow like a river, the countdown takes place and the fun does not subside until the morning.
Where to go: Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, Pisa.
Weather: At Christmas, Italy's weather gives travelers a good gift - the air temperature averages +8 °C, and in some places it warms up to +15 °C.
Other useful information about Italy:
Prices for Christmas tours to Italy: from 57,800 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Italy here:
Estonia (Tallinn)
Christmas holiday trips to Tallinn are becoming increasingly popular. The romance and European fair atmosphere is present here as in other countries, and prices for tours are much lower than, for example, to Germany. Quiet and calm Tallinn is filled with noisy tourists from different countries who want to fully experience the magical atmosphere of the holidays. Everything here is the same as in other large European cities: a fir tree is erected in the central square, tents with national treats and holiday souvenirs are set up, and restaurants and hotels offer New Year's dinners and entertainment programs in the atmosphere of the 14th century.
Where to go: Tallinn.
Weather: At Christmas the average temperature is -2°C.
Other useful information about Estonia:
Prices for Christmas tours to Estonia: from 81,000 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Estonia here:
Greece
A popular destination for the New Year is Greece, as it is there that the celebration is taken very seriously. Every Greek firmly believes that the coming year will bring positive changes. Since mid-December, everyone has been busy preparing for the holidays: both physical and moral. Residents of Greece flock to churches, decorate houses and streets, and on the eve they prepare traditional dishes of pork, chicken and turkey, which can be tasted in any restaurant. IN New Year's Eve Travelers and local residents take to the city streets, dance sirtaki, drink a lot of wine and wholeheartedly rejoice at the beginning of a new life.
Where to go: any major city.
Weather: the air warms up to +14 °C.
Other useful information about Greece:
Prices for New Year's tours to Greece: from 44,000 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Greece here:
New Year “oriental style”
The East, as you know, is a delicate matter and in every eastern country the New Year is celebrated on different dates and with different traditions. Even the chronology is radically different from the European one. We can say that for Asian countries the arrival of the New Year is a purely traditional holiday, but in tribute to tourists, each country organizes a secular New Year, which is celebrated on January 1.
Israel
The most popular country at this time of year is Israel - the beginning has begun. New Year is celebrated several times in Israel: in accordance with religious and secular traditions. On January 1, the secular New Year comes to the country, the traditions of which were adopted from Russia. During the holidays, you should definitely go to where it all began - to the religious shrines of Christianity and make a wish at the Western Wall, walk the Way of the Cross, visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and watch the sunrise at sacred mountain Zion. From Catholic to Orthodox Christmas The country hosts many social and entertainment events.
Where to go for New Year: Jerusalem, Bethlehem.
Weather: the air temperature warms up to +17 °C. Swimming is no longer comfortable, but long walks in the fresh air are unlikely to overshadow anything.
Other useful information about Israel:
- Visa - no need
Prices for New Year's tours to Israel: from 72,500 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Israel here:
United Arab Emirates
To celebrate the New Year on a grand scale and have a great vacation on the beach, you should definitely go to Dubai. Secular celebrations on January 1 are not accepted on the streets here, but concerts, shows, discos and parties are sure to await you in the establishments. The exception is street fireworks, which are recognized as the best in the world in terms of beauty and scope.
Where to go for New Year: Dubai.
Weather: The average air temperature across the country does not exceed +21 °C. For evening walks, a light jacket will be useful.
Other useful information about the UAE:
Prices New Year's tours in the UAE: from 51,200 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to the UAE here:
Egypt
Currently, tours to Egyptian resorts are only available with a flight via Cairo, which negatively affects their cost. Charter flights expected to resume resort towns.
Even after the ban on flights to resort towns in Egypt, interest in it does not decrease. Each of us wanted to spend the winter holidays not in the snow, but in the sand at least once in our lives. Swimming in Egyptian resorts is no longer as comfortable as it is in the fall, but heated hotel pools will come to the rescue. On New Year's Day, hospitable hotel owners arrange luxurious feasts for tourists with entertainment program, competitions and fireworks. Shopping centers are everywhere decorated with fir trees, balls and garlands. The spirit of the holiday will not leave travelers even on sandy beaches: many tourists and locals gather in beach bars for concerts and fun celebrations of the new calendar year.
Where to go: Cairo, Sharm el-Sheikh, Hurghada.
Weather: up to +20 °C.
Other useful information about Egypt:
- Visa (on arrival)
Prices for tours to Egypt for the New Year: from 81,500 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Egypt here:
China
Tunisia
An excellent opportunity to change the cold to the heat is a trip to Tunisia. Swimming in the resorts of Tunisia at this time is no longer so comfortable, but nothing will interfere with leisurely walks and celebrating the New Year in the open air. After all, Tunisia is the capital of thalassotherapy and every hotel has spa centers with heated pools. The main New Year's events take place in Sousse, Hammamet and Tunisia. On central squares Mass celebrations begin with fireworks, festivals, and music concerts. From the streets, the celebration gradually flows into bars and restaurants. There is one very nice one in Tunisia new year tradition, which tourists also follow with pleasure - to eat as many sweets as possible at night in order to spend the coming year in abundance.
Where to go for New Year: Hammamet, Monastir, Sousse, Mohdia, Djerba.
Weather: up to +16 °C.
Other useful information about Tunisia:
Prices for tours to Tunisia for the New Year holidays: from 105,500 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Tunisia here:
Japan
A trip to Japan will make the New Year exotic. From year to year everything more tourists rush to the country rising sun. Christmas is not celebrated here, but the arrival of the calendar year is counted from January 1st. Preparations for the holiday begin in mid-autumn: streets and houses are decorated with garlands, souvenir markets begin operating and main sales open. It’s funny to note that the preparation for the holiday is very reminiscent of the Russian one: families stock up on gifts and figurines in the form of a symbol of the coming year, do general cleaning, set a rich table on December 31, dress up in their best clothes and celebrate the arrival of the New Year. This holiday cannot be called noisy, since the Japanese are accustomed to celebrating it quietly, calmly and with family.
As a rule, tourists and young people gather in central squares and then smoothly disperse to bars. Everything goes peacefully, quietly and without heavy alcoholic libations. On January 2, tourists have a unique opportunity to visit Imperial Palace, where they are allowed only twice a year.
Where to go for New Year: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Yokohama, Sapporo.
Weather: in Sapporo - up to -3 °C, in Tokyo - up to +7 °C.
Other useful information about Japan:
Prices for tours to Japan for the New Year: from 140,000 rubles*
You can select and book a tour to Japan here:
New Year "American style"
An absolutely enchanting scale of Christmas and New Year celebrations takes place in the USA. As we know from films, no one believes in miracles, Santa and new life like Americans. And indeed, what a celebration in New York is worth, where hundreds of thousands of people gather in Times Square to watch the old tradition of dropping a glass ball. The huge LED ball slowly descends down the axis and then reaches the lowest point, the lights fade out and the year board lights up, marking its beginning. You need to come to Times Square early in the morning to choose a good place, as world stars of the first magnitude celebrate the New Year with residents and guests of New York.
New Year is a family holiday, but this is not a reason to refuse tempting offers from travel companies to celebrate the holiday on the seashore. This version of the celebration is unusual and frightens Russians. Everyone is worried about the cost of travel - don’t be nervous, with timely planning and proper organization of your holiday, you can celebrate the holiday inexpensively.
How to celebrate New Year at sea
New Year is traditionally celebrated annually on January 1, when it is cold and blizzards sweep across Russia, but there are countries where there is no winter. Those who want to celebrate the New Year at sea can go to warm Asian-African countries. In summer it is too hot there, and in winter it is a convenient time for a comfortable and complete rest.
Now the trip is accessible, there are many visa-free destinations, so tourists do not need to spend money on paperwork and waiting for them. Early booking allows you to have an inexpensive holiday. If you follow the basic rules, you can save about 50% of the trip amount.
List of popular countries
When choosing the optimal direction, you need to take into account the following features:
- Flight and other travel expenses.
- Nutrition. It is better to choose hotels with all-inclusive services, because food in foreign restaurants is expensive.
- Cost of living. The price varies not only depending on the destination, but also on the level of the hotel itself.
The amount of other expenses varies depending on the tourist’s requirements for the vacation itself. Visiting excursions and buying souvenirs is a separate expense item that needs to be taken into account when planning a trip.
Thailand
Thailand is the most popular resort region, located in South-East Asia. Good for unusual celebration New Year. The holiday is celebrated cheerfully and actively, local residents hold carnivals, in which everyone can take part.
The most popular resorts are Phuket and Pattaya. Holiday season– spring-autumn, because in summer temperatures exceed 40 degrees.
Attention!
Tours to Thailand are popular in winter, so it’s worth looking for a suitable destination in advance.
It’s easy to choose the best place to stay, taking into account the cost of living:
- Phuket and Pattaya are the most popular holiday regions where the bulk of tourists fly. An all-inclusive vacation for two will cost $1,500-2,000 depending on the hotel. Not suitable for quiet family vacation.
- Samui is distinguished by its untouched nature and clean beaches. Not a crowded resort because there are no direct flights. Tourists get there by boat. The cost of the holiday is somewhat lower, while the service is at a high level.
- Phi Phi is a place for true romantics. Krabi province is characterized by unspoiled nature and quiet beaches. Places to stay are single bungalows with all amenities.
- Bangkok is the capital of Thailand. This city never sleeps, so it is suitable for celebrating the New Year in a noisy and cheerful company. The cost of a vacation exceeds $3,000 for 7 days for two.
Rest on clean beaches Thailand is why tourists come. Special excursions around the islands are conducted, and vacationers can see with their own eyes areas of nature untouched by man. Another purpose of the trip could be shopping - prices for clothes are tens of times lower than in Moscow, and the quality is higher. A popular line is gastronomic tourism - everyone can try popular delicacies. Active recreation is common; you can rent a bicycle and explore the stunning horizons. Sightseeing tours are in demand.
Vietnam
Vietnam is a country located in Southeast Asia. Its southern part is suitable for celebrating the New Year. Despite the fact that the indigenous people do not celebrate the European New Year in most hotels, entertainment events are held in accordance with all traditions. The program is paid, the cost of participation is 100-200 dollars per person.
The following regions are suitable for recreation:
- Da Nang is a place for a complete family holiday. The largest water park in Vietnam is located here. The sandy beaches are clean and fully equipped. Surf lovers often come to Da Nang.
- Phu Quoc – quiet resort, it is called a corner of tranquility in Vietnam. Located remotely from major centers, so access to hotels is difficult. average price nights spent at the hotel - $150 per person.
- Nha Trang – a resort for lovers active rest. There are cafes, bars, restaurants and nightclubs here. Popular among Russian tourists.
The purpose of the trip to Vietnam is a beach holiday and visiting exciting excursions.
Egypt
Residents of Russia often consider Egypt as an affordable option for celebrating the New Year at sea, but you shouldn’t expect the usual summer warmth in January. Thermometers can drop to 15 degrees at night, and average temperature air temperature during the day is no more than 25 degrees. The water temperature in January in the Red Sea is 20-22 degrees.
Egypt has a special atmosphere, local residents do their best to attract tourists, so from mid-December they decorate shopping centers and local streets with attributes familiar to Russians.
Attention!
The cost of tours in December increases by 30%, with early booking this amount can be saved.
Popular resorts for winter holidays:
- Hurghada has a mild climate, making it suitable for families with children. The cost of a holiday is 20% lower than in Sharm el-Sheikh.
- Dahab is a resort city that has poorly developed infrastructure. Divers and surfers come here. New Year is not celebrated in every hotel, so this information needs to be clarified when ordering a tour.
- Sharm el-Sheikh is a popular resort. The sea is distinguished by its beauty - through the surface you can see corals and reefs off the coast. Free entry into the sea is not possible; passage along special tracks is recommended.
Winter in Egypt is the ideal time to go on desert excursions.
Indonesia
Indonesia is distinguished by its beauty and excites tourists with its marvelous nature, protected areas, volcanoes and exotic islands. Locals They are distinguished by their friendly attitude towards vacationers.
All destinations are suitable for winter holidays, but it is better to pay attention to the following resorts:
- Bali is a popular resort city in the country, different developed infrastructure, there are hotels of various classes. The first line features restaurants of various cuisines from around the world. You can taste traditional Russian dishes.
- Mentawai Islands - not here expensive hotels and restaurants unlike Bali, but tourists can enjoy wildlife and see the life of real natives.
- Borneo and Lombok are resorts for those who want to relax from the bustle of the city with all the benefits of civilization. There are many attractions and National parks.
- Sumatra - like Bali, there are high-quality hotels and expensive restaurants, but the cost of a holiday here is much lower.
Tourists from Russia often come to the islands for a beach holiday and sightseeing.
UAE
The United Arab Emirates is a country where skyscrapers rise from the body of sand into the sky, and ancient traditions have a direct influence on the development of skyscrapers. The country is suitable for New Year celebrations. The air temperature during the day warms up to 26 degrees, at night it drops to 16-18. Wada in Persian Gulf In the morning hours it can be invigorating, but during the day the temperature reaches a comfortable 26 degrees.
The indigenous people do not celebrate the European New Year, but they hold noisy and colorful events for vacationers. The holiday is traditionally held on the night of December 31 to January 1. The cost of holiday tours is 1500 - 3000 dollars for two with flight from Moscow and accommodation for 7 nights.
Popular resort towns:
- Abu Dhabi is distinguished by clean sandy beaches and attractions. There are cozy hotels here, but the cost of living in them is high.
- Dubai is a modernized city where the most high skyscrapers and building amazing designs. Lovers of shopping come here, but prices in stores are prohibitively high for people with average incomes.
- Sharjah is a place in the UAE for a quiet family holiday. There are no noisy nightclubs and bars here.
- Ras Al Hama is the health center of the UAE. There are hot springs here, and tourists come here to restore their health.
All resorts in the UAE are diverse in destinations, so every tourist can make a choice for himself.
Cambodia
Cambodia - despite the progress of civilization, is distinguished by exotic beaches and pure nature. Unlike other countries, the tourism infrastructure here is poorly developed, but it is possible to find a hotel of the required level.
The main tourist center here is Sihanoukville. Vacationers come here to go on excursions and relax on clean beaches. In January you can see scuba divers and surfers training.
Attention!
When visiting Cambodia, you need to go on an excursion to Angkor Wat - a national pride that belongs to the list world heritage UNESCO.
How to save money?
Celebrating the New Year at sea, taking into account the need for a flight, is impossible, but observing simple rules You can save money while still receiving high quality services.
Basic rules for tourists:
- Early booking of flights and tours. When using this service on a tour, you can save about 30-40% of its initial cost.
- Last minute tours. The cost of hotel accommodation will be even cheaper than with early booking, but when choosing this type of savings, you need to check with the tour operator about the possibility of booking air tickets.
- Before purchasing a tour, you need to study the prices on the market, using aggregators that display the prices of all tour operators.
Individual travelers should remember:
- before choosing a ticket, you need to analyze the prices of all airlines;
- hotel prices increase when booking a room on a holiday, but remain unchanged when checking in a few days before the New Year.
The majority of tourists say that celebrating the New Year at sea is memorable for a long time. If you follow the basic rules and properly plan your budget, you can go on a seaside holiday with your family for New Year 2019 inexpensively. To make a choice and go on vacation, you need to consider the possibility of purchasing a tour 1-2 months before the expected departure date.
There is nothing left until the New Year. It's time to ask yourself where to go new year holidays in 2020, so that the impressions remain the most positive.
Therefore, we have prepared several options at once - across Russia and to Europe, at sea and in the Moscow region. For every taste and budget. Here are 15 places to go inexpensively for the New Year holidays in 2020. Prices are based on traveling as a couple.
Where to go for New Year 2020 in Russia
1. Karelia
Price: from 30 thousand rubles.
In a snowy and frosty winter, why not go to a place where there is even more snow and frost? And in Karelia there is plenty of both. And it’s better not to sit in a log house, watching TV and listening to the snow falling from the spruce paws, but to do something more interesting.
For example, go on snowmobiles to the museum-reserve of Russian wooden architecture, to a sled dog farm or to a winter zoo. These types of activities typically span 3-4 days, so even the busiest people can easily fit them into their busy routines. And there will be a lot of impressions - the main thing is that the weather doesn’t let us down.
Price: from 40 thousand rubles.
Russia and New Year in the pool? No, this is not a joke, we are completely serious. It's about about hotels in Krasnodar region, which are located next to hot and even mineral springs. The impressions will be unforgettable - hot, steamy water and snow-covered shores.
It is worth adding that hotels are different, from fairly budget options that the average Russian can afford, to palaces of a healthy lifestyle shining with gold and marble. It is worth adding that the swimming pool can be combined with excursions and active recreation in the form of mountaineering or skiing.
3. Heart of the North
Price: from 55 thousand rubles.
Are you tired of the age-old bast romance, are you fed up with hot countries, do you want something truly wild and exotic? Russia is wide, and there are plenty of such places in it.
For example, you can go to the Far North, where you can celebrate the beginning of the new year in a real tent in the company of authentic reindeer herders. The cultural program is large and vibrant - you will not only get the opportunity to look at the world through the eyes of people living in completely different conditions, understand how they lived and what they believed in, but you will also master the complex art of lassoing reindeer and riding reindeer sleds. We don't promise that these skills will be useful to you in the future, but learning new things is always interesting, right?
New Year 2020 in Europe
If you have planned a trip to Europe as a holiday for the New Year holidays in January 2020, it is worth considering important fact. The main holiday during which all European events take place is Christmas, which is celebrated on December 25th. But on New Year's Day, there are fewer people in Europe, there is more air, but the opportunities to have fun and have a great time will be diminished.
The most convenient trip is from the beginning of the twenties of December and for about two weeks; this way we will be able to celebrate both Christmas “their way” and the New Year our way.
1. Czech Republic - cheap, but not cheerful
Price: from 30 thousand rubles.
Where to go inexpensively for the New Year in 2020? To the Czech Republic, the country of beer, bagels and low (compared to other European cities) prices. That is why it is so popular among tourists.
Prague itself is a city of magical beauty, but in combination with snow it creates a downright enchanting impression. During the holidays, various events are held in Prague - you can easily find places where you can have fun, have a tasty drink and a snack.
2. Italy
Price: from 45,000 rubles.
Are you tired of snow and frost, but at the same time don’t want sudden climate changes? Great option- Italy. She compares favorably with others European countries because although Christmas is a family holiday there, Italians love New Year and know how to celebrate it.
And since Italy is a country of rich culture, at the moment of the change of year, not banal folk festivals are held there, but entire orchestras perform. It is worth adding that in addition to culture, Italy is also distinguished by its excellent cuisine. You can try some of them there. You just need to agree on a table now.
3. Finland
Price: from 60 thousand rubles.
Finns are generally not known for their love of mass entertainment, and Christmas and New Year are considered family holidays in the country. You shouldn't expect big mass celebrations with fireworks from reserved northerners.
Therefore, it is best to rent a separate house in Finland and go there with family, friends and loved ones. There are many options for this very separate housing - from secluded houses in the depths of the forest, where deer wander, stumbling, to relatively (by Finnish standards) populated ski hotels or spa centers. Whichever is more to your taste.
By the way, if you want to go to Helsinki for a holiday, keep in mind that museum workers and staff also rest there on holidays. So local cultural venues will likely be closed and restaurants will slam their doors shortly before midnight.
Holidays during the New Year holidays 2020 at sea
We immediately warn those who are aiming for a beach holiday and warming up all parts of the body at a resort under the southern sun - “cheap” and “New Year” are hardly compatible concepts. And it’s not even about the price of the tours themselves (you can find them at quite budget prices), but about the price of tickets. They are the ones who chop off most money set aside for the trip.
1. Cyprus
Price: from 20 thousand rubles.
Although only especially hardy Russians can swim in the winter Cypriot sea (17 degrees), it is still worth going there. Cypriots are amazingly friendly and hospitable people who love and know how to celebrate in such a way that even seasoned tourists will warm their souls in the waves of goodwill emanating from them. Let us add that the island loves Russian-speaking tourists and knows how to communicate with them.
Entertainment is traditional - carnivals, carols, round dances, a lot of people with fireworks, songs, dances and laughter. Let us add that “their” winter is not “our” harsh and snowy winter. In December-January, their orange and tangerine trees bear fruit quietly, and the daytime temperature is about 20°.
2. Vietnam – without a visa
Price: from 100 thousand rubles.
One of the most favorite destinations during winter. In Vietnam, the beach season is in full swing, and the number of sunny days will plunge Russians into euphoria. Sun and sea come with inexpensive food and plenty of delicious fruit. It is important that short trips (up to 15 days) to Vietnam do not require bureaucratic red tape.
It is worth noting that Vietnam is inexpensive, since it has not yet developed a developed tourism infrastructure (although it is developing at an intensive pace). But weather and terrain (long flat sandy beaches and lush and vibrant tropical greenery) make you forget about the shortcomings. By the way, you won’t be able to go diving – the sea can be rough during the winter months.
3. Caribbean
Price: from 190 thousand rubles.
But here is an option for those who prefer higher hotels, brighter sun, and sparkling clean beaches. The country will open its hospitable arms to them Caribbean, primarily the Dominican Republic.
The weather there is magnificent - low humidity, sun, no precipitation, sea 27-28° - excellent conditions for scuba diving and other sea activities. And the Latin temperament gives the New Year an unforgettable, exotic and bright coloring.
Where to go during the New Year holidays 2020 with children
1. Empress Kostroma
Price: from 13,900 rubles.
Everyone knows where Father Frost lives - in Veliky Ustyug. And the habitat of his granddaughter or daughter, Snegurochka, is Kostroma. There she has two of her own houses.
First - official residence, like the governor's. There the snow maiden carefully keeps all the gifts she has received over a long period of her life. Excursions are available for those who want to admire them.
And the second is intended for the entertainment of guests - New Year's performances are held there, and other folklore elements also live (and work) there.
2. Low beam
Price: from 15 thousand rubles.
There are many places to go on New Year's Eve with children in Russia. One of the most popular options is recreation centers in the Moscow region. They are especially loved by parents with very young children. Such a holiday has many advantages:
- drive nearby (which is important if the child has not yet reached the age of responsibility);
- all the benefits of civilization are at hand;
- At the same time, you can finally rest and relax by entrusting your child to experienced animators for a while.
- As a rule, in family holiday homes there are pleasures for the body (baths, spas, massages, etc.) and pleasures for the soul (fishing, outdoor and board games).
3. Land of Magic
Price: from 70 thousand rubles.
It is in Scotland that Hogwarts Castle is located, where the events of “Braveheart” took place, and also the towering bulk of Doune Castle, where the filming of “Game of Thrones” took place. And Edinburgh is the heart of Scotland, where every square meter of surface is filled with history and romance.
If you want to travel abroad with your children so that they will remember this trip for a long time, take them to Edinburgh. True, there aren’t that many tours going there, so you’ll have to plan your trip yourself.
Traveling for New Year 2020 by car
1. From St. Petersburg to Moscow – and back
Price (gasoline only): about 2500 rubles.
We recommend that residents of Moscow go to St. Petersburg, and residents of Moscow go to northern capital. Why from Moscow and by car? Because along the way you can admire the beauty of snow-covered nature, and also, depending on the route, visit other interesting places. The M10 highway passes by such Russian gems as Tver and Torzhok, not far from Valdai and Veliky Novgorod.
Price (gasoline only): about 3,000 rubles.
Kazan is confidently becoming one of the most popular cities among travelers by car. It successfully combines a high level of comfort, an abundance of attractions, attractions for tourists in the form of local festivals and holidays, plus Tatar exoticism.
On New Year's Eve, in the capital of Tatarstan, holidays, contests, competitions are organized, and an ice town is being built, where children love it.
3. By car to Europe
Price (gasoline only): about 7,000 rubles.
To plan your New Year's trip to Europe well and competently, you need to know a few things.
- First of all, think through the route - sit for a couple of hours with a map, decide what you want to see and how far to go. Some limit themselves to a ring of several cities (for example, Prague - Vienna - Prague and from there on a plane home), others think about larger trips through several countries.
- Secondly, you should think in advance about the places where you plan to spend the night and book hotels or a campsite in advance.
- Thirdly, there are autobahns - toll highways; You will have to move mostly along them.
- Fourth, you need to prepare everything Required documents. It’s a lot of hassle, yes, but you are not bound by anything and can move freely as you please, without obeying the guide’s instructions.
We are considering where to relax for the New Year 2020 abroad in warm countries. From the most budget options to downright expensive ones :)
Every time we think about how and where better to celebrate the New Year. Gather your family and celebrate the chimes next to the Christmas tree? Going to a party with friends?..
Or maybe go abroad, where it’s warm, there are a lot of palm trees and beaches? But if only it were that simple! December 31, together at sea requires expenses of 100 thousand rubles - minimum.
In terms of organizing your holiday: the easiest option is a trip. And we recommend looking for it on online aggregators. Firstly, it’s convenient, and secondly, their search method is immediate for all tour operators will not miss a single profitable New Year's tour:
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By the way, Russia has a holiday from January 1 to January 8 during the New Year holidays. December 31st, alas, is a working day. We hope it's shortened! |
Where is the best place to go for the New Year at sea?
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So, you decided to go meet warm sea, golden beaches and gentle sun. The first question facing future travelers is which country to choose abroad so that it is affordable, and at the same time interesting and safe?
We have compiled a list of the most popular countries. Here's where you can celebrate the New Year abroad in 2020:
Summary table - where is it warmest for the New Year?
New Year in Thailand
We celebrated the New Year in Bali, and for the January holidays we were in Thailand
Russians have long chosen Thailand as a place where they can spend an inexpensive holiday at sea. Trips here are organized year-round, and the cost of the tour even in season is quite affordable - from 68-70 thousand rubles for two.
Pros of Thailand:
- + Departures – from most Russian cities
- + In stock - everything for which tours abroad are purchased for the New Year 2020 - sunny weather, clear blue sea and endless sandy beaches
- + Phuket is the best winter resort for vacation with a child
- + Vivid show programs in hotels and bars
- + Excursions, both natural and culturally inclusive
- + Exotic fruits – mango, papaya, mangosteen, dragonfruit, durian
New Year's holidays in Thailand will be of interest to both lovers of noisy parties and those who appreciate solitude. The latter can go to some small and sparsely populated Thai island and celebrate January 1 on a deserted beach - under the bright stars and the sounds of the surf.
When planning a New Year's trip abroad to the sea, it is worth considering some minuses:
- – December-January is the peak tourist season. The Thais, who are well aware of this, double their prices. Therefore, it is worth booking your tour 3-4 months in advance.
- – Almost everywhere there are a lot of people on the beaches, in entertainment venues, in markets and just on the streets.
New Year in Vietnam
Where else to relax on the warm sea during the New Year holidays besides the already familiar Thai resorts? Many people choose Vietnam. Its popularity is still gaining momentum, so a trip here is an extraordinary and interesting way meet January 1st.
Here's what you can expect from the New Year in Vietnam:
- + reasonable prices (for example, lunch at good restaurant will cost $20–30)
- + bronze tan and warm weather
- + well-developed tourist infrastructure and decent service
- + and a New Year's atmosphere along with a festive mood! (the streets of many cities are decorated with garlands, carnivals, folk festivals and fireworks are held)
Does the New Year in Vietnam really not promise any disadvantages? Unfortunately, there are drawbacks here too. In the south of the country, where most resorts are located, typhoons hit the coast from mid-October to the end of December. And in the central regions, where there are also many popular resorts, from August to January the rainy season lasts.
Which resort to choose: Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Phu Quoc - low season in Nha Trang.
- Prices new year vietnam start from 95,000 rubles for two for 10 nights.
Goa
Where to go inexpensively for New Year 2020? Goa is the most affordable and warmest thing that can happen during the holidays.
Someone claims that the state for vacation is “cheap and cheerful,” someone is delighted with the local “five” (who can be counted on one hand), and someone reads reviews about terrible unsanitary conditions and crosses the destination off the list. But it’s definitely worth a trip, we’re going too :)
- For 7 or 10 nights, a tour to Goa costs from 90,000 rubles for two (depending on the departure date).
Türkiye
Is it true. Also in 5-star hotels, all inclusive and with animation. But not all complexes are open in winter; the choice is quite limited. However, in that article we tried to select the best options.
Another scenario for celebrating the New Year in Turkey is Istanbul. Cats, bagels, light snow (possibly) and the Bosphorus with seagulls - we are delighted with the city in any weather :)
The only thing that will “disappoint” in resort Turkey is the temperature outside is +10°C...+15°C. There is something to counter this - a heated pool! We have provided a list of good hotels open in winter in this article.
Which resort to choose: Istanbul, or Belek or Antalya.
- Türkiye for the New Year tour will cost a minimum of 50,000 rubles per week for 2 people. To the hotel with good reviews- from 80,000 rubles.
UAE
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Christmas market at Festival City Mall and view of Dubai from 43 Level Bar
(6 to 8 happy hours)
Where to go for the New Year at sea without a visa? Since 2017, the United Arab Emirates has joined the list of states with easier entry for Russians. From now on, a visa to the UAE can be obtained at any border checkpoint upon arrival. It is enough to have a foreign passport with you, and you will be guaranteed the best New Year!
Tourists going abroad for the New Year to the sea will enjoy not only a beach holiday in the UAE. The magnificent weather (from +24°C to +27°C) and sunbathing on the beach will be complemented by a variety of entertainment. All the beauties and wonders of the country are at your disposal:
- Grandiose fireworks displays, which are watched live on the Internet and TV by the whole world.
- A real New Year's safari in the desert: the opportunity to celebrate the main holiday not in the Russian snowdrifts with Santa Claus, as we are used to, but in the sands of Rub al-Khali in the company of Bedouins and camels.
- The famous Shopping Festival in Dubai, where discounts reach 70%. Many people come here just for this.
- Festive dinners and shows in hotels and restaurants, exciting beach parties. we talk about specific places and entertainment for New Year 2020.
The cost of a trip to the UAE can increase significantly if you decide to indulge to the fullest. After all, it is in United Arab Emirates The most expensive hotel in the world is located! Therefore, it is not surprising that wealthy citizens spend seven-figure sums on New Year's Eve in the UAE.
We were in Dubai for Christmas - they even put artificial snow in the air
Which resort to choose: the most biting is Dubai; cheaper – Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, Fujairah
To summarize, we can conclude that the New Year holidays in the United Arab Emirates are affordable for almost anyone. And holiday entertainment can be either budget-friendly or incredibly expensive. Each of the seven emirates promises everyone who decides to celebrate January 1st abroad the best New Year!
- A holiday in the UAE with a package costs from 75,000 rubles for 7 nights for two. To Dubai - from 100,000 rubles.
Israel
We were in Israel in October and December - you can swim in the Dead Sea or Eilat even on New Year's Day
Our traditional New Year in Israel is celebrated by numerous emigrants from the USSR and Russia. And, of course, tourists who decided to celebrate January 1 at the resorts Mediterranean Sea or go to the winter vacation to the Dead Sea to improve health and gain strength before the long Russian winter.
From which place to New Year's holiday What a tourist chooses will depend on both the cost of the trip to Israel and the weather. There are 3 seas in the country: the cold Mediterranean at this time, the warm Red Sea and the very salty Dead Sea.
In the immigrant community, the night of January 1st is noisy and fun. For the festive table, you can buy traditional New Year's dishes in Russian stores. Performances with Father Frost and the Snow Maiden are organized for children, young people go to clubs and bars to have fun, and middle-aged and older people “occupy” restaurants and cafes.
During the holidays, everyone who comes to Israel to celebrate the New Year will find something to their liking:
- beach relaxation (unfortunately, swimming in the Mediterranean Sea in December and January is still cold); but just a 6-hour trip from Tel Aviv and you will find yourself on the warm Red Sea
- therapeutic and recreational holiday at the Dead Sea
- visiting local shrines and attractions
Which resort to choose: Tel Aviv is for fun, Eilat is for the sea.
- Tours to Israel with capture on December 31 - from 75,000 rubles per week for two.
Maldives
Where can you go abroad for the New Year if all of the above routes have already been tried out? In this case, you can fly to the Maldives!
Just imagine, a state located in Indian Ocean and consisting of 1196 islands, only 199 of which are inhabited! Calm, peaceful and very warm winter holidays will be guaranteed to you. Of course, the cost of a holiday in the Maldives, even if the trip is booked in advance, is high.
The Maldives, where you can also travel without a visa, offers on New Year’s Day:
- wonderful weather (air warms up to +30°C, water up to +28°C)
- picturesque nature, unique fauna
- relaxing on snow-white beaches under the shade of palm trees and swimming in clear water
- entertainment program on New Year's Eve
- Rest on paradise islands expensive: from 200,000 rubles for a 7-night tour.
Don't know where to relax for the New Year?
- 7 countries where to go to the sea for New Year 2020;
- 6 visa countries;
- Domestic New Year's holiday;
- Where can you relax with your child?
Where to relax for the New Year inexpensively at sea
rest in visa-free countries can be both beach and excursion. Top countries for a seaside holiday in December–January:
You can also have an interesting time in Georgia and Turkey.
For an overview of the weather, prices for holidays abroad, as well as attractions, see below.
Vietnam
From 130,000 rub. Ancient temples, beautiful views and endless beaches.
Vietnam is a wonderful beach holiday, a rich excursion program, active entertainment, fun parties at seashore and in megacities.
Visa
You can stay in Vietnam without a visa for up to 15 days. In Fukuoka - up to 30. But you need to fly to the island on a direct flight and not leave from there until the end of your vacation.
The resorts of the south are ideal for a beach holiday in winter. In January there is pleasant soft sun, warm water and almost no rain. Phu Quoc is snow-white beaches, wonderful views, regularity. Nha Trang – active entertainment and vibrant night life. Tranquility and seafood delicacies - Phan Thiet.
Popular Attractions:
- South – National Park, waterfalls and Stone Garden in Nha Trang, crocodile nursery and mineral springs in Phan Thiet.
- North – tea and coffee plantations, a mountain with temples, Halong Bay.
- The central part is a huge Buddha statue, Marble Mountains, the longest and highest cable car in the world.
Egypt
From 45,000 rub. Beach holiday in winter at low prices.
Popular resorts are ready to welcome young people and wealthy people. You can swim all year round. But in winter prices are much lower. Beach holidays are diversified by excursions to ancient cities and temples.
Visa
A visa for up to 15 days is issued upon arrival.
Things to do and see
Main attractions:
- Sphinx;
- pyramids;
- temples of Luxor.
The main resorts have everything for a beach and active holiday. Clean sandy beaches, warm sea waters, boat rides and several dozen water activities. For those who do not like to sit still, excursions to Thebes, Cairo, and Nile cruises are organized.
Sphinx
On a note! Strong winds blow periodically in January.
Thailand
From 117,000 rub. Celebrate the New Year according to Asian customs.
Thailand – real paradise for beach lovers and adventure seekers. New Year is celebrated here noisily, cheerfully and on a grand scale as many as 3 times! Twice in January and once in April.
Visa
Tourists from Russia can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa.
Things to do and see
In the many faces of Thailand, there is entertainment for every taste. Curious travelers go to cultural capital Chiang Mai. Fans of active and spectacular entertainment - come to Bangkok. Beach lovers head to the main resorts and islands. The ideal time for swimming is from to.
Phi Phi Island
Popular resorts
- – vacation for any budget. Entertainment - diving, fishing, swimming on the beach, excursions by sea or into the jungle. Best beaches: Patong, Kamala, Bang Tao, Surin.
- Krabi- these are the most beautiful beaches. The best beaches are Ao Nang, Hat Rey Le, Hat Tham Phra Nang. You can relax on the nearby islands of Phi Phi, Koh Samui and Hong.
- Samui suitable for a relaxing family holiday. The best beaches are Chaweng, Lamai, Bophut.
- Samet- for a relaxing holiday. Entertainment – excursions to Pattaya and Bangkok, diving, observation decks Ao Prao. The best beaches are Hat Sai Kev, Ao Phrao, Ao Nuan.
- Pattaya– the most budget and noisiest resort. There is everything for wild fun - parks, bars, attractions, a Floating Market. To relax on the beach, it is better to go to the islands.
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| daytime temperature,ºС | temperature at night,ºС | water temperature,ºС | |
| +30...+32 | +20...+22 | +27 | |
| Phuket | +30...+32 | +21...+23 | +28 |
| Krabi | +29...+31 | +22...+23 | +29 |
| Samui | +30...+32 | +19...+21 | +26 |
| Pattaya | +30...+32 | +19...+21 | +26 |
| Samet | +31...+33 | +20...+22 | +26 |
| Chiang Mai | +26...+28 | +14...+16 | - |
Dubai, UAE)
From 82,000 rub. An incredible fairy tale city.
People come to the richest city in the UAE for a comfortable stay, incredible views from skyscrapers, interesting excursions, vibrant festivals and unusual entertainment.
Do you want to ride on alpine skiing in the land of eternal summer or become a pearl fisher for a while? See the city from an unreal height or go on an exciting safari tour? Then New Year's holidays in Dubai are for you.
Visa
A visa valid for up to 30 days is issued upon arrival in the Emirates.
Things to do
The main event of winter is the Shopping Festival with discounts of up to 80%. It starts at the end of December and lasts a whole month.
Attractions:
- World Trade Center;
- Burj Hadifa is the tallest (828 m) skyscraper in the world;
- Sheikh Said's house made of coral;
- artificial Palm Islands;
- singing and dancing fountain.
Entertainment for children - zoo, water park, Wonderland amusement park, aquarium.
On a note! Beach season in Dubai is spring and autumn. In winter, strong winds prevent swimming.
Israel
From 58,000 rub. Beach holidays on the shores of the Red and Mediterranean Seas.
All types of recreation are developed in Israel - beach, excursion, health, active, pilgrimage.
Visa
Russian tourists do not need a visa if the duration of the trip is less than 90 days.
Things to do and see
People come to Israel to see the main religious shrines in Jerusalem and Haifa. Have a blast in the clubs and beaches of Tel Aviv.
Best beach resorts:
- Tel Aviv - for young people;
- Netanya – for holidays with children;
- Herzliya - for wealthy tourists;
- Eilat – for divers and fans aquatic species sports.
Coast Dead Sea– zone of medical tourism. Most famous resort- Tiberias.
On a note! In winter, it is better to relax on the coast of the Red and Dead Seas.
Türkiye
The beach season ends at . On New Year's Day people come here to see the sights and ski resorts– Uludag, Kartalkaya, Sarykamysh, Palandoken.
Visa
A visa is not required if the travel period is less than 60 days.
Things to do
In summer in Turkey, you can spend your entire vacation on the beach with a clear conscience. In winter, tourists can enjoy other entertainment:
- New Year celebrations with fireworks and street concerts;
- excursions around Istanbul - visiting the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern and others;
- rock monasteries of Cappadocia;
- antique buildings in Antalya;
- ruins of ancient temples, mosques and luxury restaurants in Ankara.
Georgia
From 85,000 rub. Eternal beauty Caucasus Mountains and Georgian hospitality.
In winter people come here for the sights. Treatments for mineral springs Borjomi. Getting to know national cuisine.
Visa
Not needed if the trip is less than 90 days.
Things to do
In Georgia, you should definitely learn hospitality and the ability to say beautiful toasts. And also:
- visit cheerful Tbilisi, ever-blooming Batumi, ancient Kutaisi;
- go skiing on the slopes of Gudauri and Bakuriani;
- go to Mtskheta - the second Jerusalem;
- book an excursion to the Vardzia cave monastery;
- celebrate the New Year on a Georgian scale.
Where to go on holiday for the New Year abroad with a visa?
Those who want to celebrate the New Year in romantic Europe or colorful India will be interested in:
- Finland;
- Prague;
- Italy;
- Germany;
- Budapest;
- Portugal.
Read below for information on where to apply for a visa, weather and prices for tours.
Finland
From 76,000 rub. New Year's Eve visiting Santa.
Visa
A tourist visa is required. The form is filled out online.
Things to do
Tourists come to the country of thousands of lakes and hot saunas to:
- enjoy natural beauties and see the northern lights;
- visit museums and fortresses in Helsinki;
- go fishing on the Åland Islands;
- go skiing in Koli;
- stay in a hotel made of ice;
- get to the grand Christmas sale;
- go to Lapland to the residence of Santa Claus and national park"Lemmenjoki" with wild deer, wolverines, foxes and eagles.
Prague, Czech Republic)
From 61,400 rub. A city that cannot be forgotten.
Visa
Needed. You can apply on your own at the Visa Application Center or through a travel agency.
Things to do and see
IN largest city In Europe you can discover something new every day. In Prague you need:
- take a walk around historical center with medieval streets;
- dedicate part of your vacation to shopping - at the beginning of January, prices for branded items are very low;
- walk across the Charles Bridge;
- take a photo against the background National Theater and the largest fortress, Prague Castle.
Italy
From 66,500 rub. A global center for fashion, art and leisure.
Visa
Needed (Schengen).
Things to do
The beach season begins in May. In winter it is worth spending time on the cultural program:
- walk through the boutiques of Milan;
- visit the colorful Cinque Terre;
- admire the masterpieces of world art in museum complex Vatican;
- ride a gondola in Venice;
- enjoy the rural flavor of Tuscany;
- see the main attractions of Rome - the Colosseum, Capitoline Hill, Pantheon, Sistine Chapel and others.
Goa
From 75,500 rub. Popular destination.
India is a country of contrasts. Holidays to the country's premier resort vary in price and style depending on where you stay.
The south is expensive, respectable, measured. The beaches are snow-white, uncrowded and clean. The North is budget-friendly, democratic, full of noise and fun. The sand on the beaches is dark gray. Besides large quantity A diverse audience from all over the world can always see dogs or cows here.
Visa
A visa can be issued upon arrival if your stay in the country is less than 15 days.
What to see
Must-sees in South Goa:
- Old Goa;
- Dudhsagar waterfall;
- spice plantation;
- Cotigao Nature Reserve.
From the northern part of the state you can also take an excursion to the Old Town and the waterfall. And also visit the flea market in the village of Anjuna and the ancient fort of Aguada.
Germany
From 57,000 rub. Germany is for those who value good service.
Visa
Can be issued at the Embassy, visa center Germany or through a travel agency.
How to spend your time
In winter in Germany you can:
- visit museums and galleries in Berlin;
- wander through the castles and fortresses of Lower Saxony;
- admire the Alpine slopes and Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria;
- feel the charm of Dresden;
- undergo a course of medical procedures in Baden-Baden;
- go skiing in Oberstdorf and Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Budapest
From 38,000 rub. The most beautiful city Europe.
Visa
You need a Schengen visa. It can be issued at the Embassy in Moscow, St. Petersburg and Yekaterinburg.
How to spend your holiday
Budapest is:
- walks through the ancient Baroque quarters;
- cozy restaurants;
- the impressive Parliament House;
- famous baths;
- luxurious Royal Palace and the romantic Vajdahunyad Castle;
- the majestic Danube.
Dozens of architectural monuments, churches, ancient quarters and charming streets.
Portugal
Visa
Tourists from Russia need a Schengen visa.
Things to do and see
In winter, it is better to relax in the south of the country. It's quite sunny there and almost no rain.
Worth visiting in Portugal:
- its capital is Lisbon;
- the city of Porto with the huge Church of São Francisco and the Cathedral;
- the oldest university in Coimbra;
- ideal places for gastro tourism are the cities of Evora and Fara.
You can also go to the shrines in the religious center of the country, Braga.
Where to go in Russia for the New Year holidays?
You can have an interesting vacation without leaving the country. IN:
- Veliky Ustyug;
- Moscow region;
- Kazan;
- Karelia;
- Kaliningrad;
- Sochi;
- in Altai.
Read about costs and entertainment below.
Veliky Ustyug
Small but great.
A visit to the residence of Father Frost is a must. excursion program in Veliky Ustyug. The fabulous estate is located 13 km from the city. Walking along magical paths, riding on a fairy stove, fun games and many other entertainments await children and adults.
What to see
- city residence, fashion house and post office of Santa Claus;
- Museum of New Year's toys and nature of the region;
- Museum of Local Lore;
- Michael the Archangel Monastery;
- natural attractions in the vicinity - the Vaskin Klyuch waterfall, the dangerous Sukhona river rapids, protected forests.
The best option is to purchase a 3-day tour to the Estate of Father Frost. The price includes railway travel, meals, excursions, theatrical performances, etc. Prices:
- from Moscow from 16,000;
- from St. Petersburg from 8,600.
Moscow region
Hundreds of tourist sites.
Where to relax
There are more than 80 cities in the Moscow region and each has its own highlight:
- Fans skiing they can safely go to Volen, Sorochany, Yakhroma.
- Lovers of antiquities go to oldest cities– Volokolamsk, Zvenigorod, Dmitrov, Kolomna.
- Those interested in history will enjoy visiting the Borodino Museum-Reserve, Serpukhov and Chekhov.
- Sergiev Posad is the center of Orthodoxy.
- Pavlovsky Posad is famous for its down scarves.
Prices
Depends on the duration of the trip, type of accommodation and meals, program. Prices from Moscow for tours:
- Weekend with visits to 4–7 cities – from 6,000.
- Festive and event - from 7,000.
- Multi-day excursions – from 6,800.
Kazan
The pearl of Tatarstan.
Where to go
- Kazan Kremlin with the Kul-Sharif mosque and the leaning tower of Syuyumbike;
- Tatarskaya Sloboda;
- pedestrian street Bauman;
- National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan;
- Peter and Paul Cathedral.
A trip to the Temple of All Religions, the Raifa Monastery, Sviyazhsk will leave a lot of impressions.
Prices
A trip to Kazan for 7 days for one will cost at least 11,000:
- Accommodation – from 700 rubles in a double room.
- Meals – from 600 rubles per person.
- The road from Moscow there and back is from 4,800 by plane, from 1,900 by train.
Karelia
Unique nature and architectural monuments.
What to see
In winter in Karelia you can:
- Go skiing in one of the ski resorts.
- Visit natural attractions - Paanajärvi National Park, Kivach and Kostomuksha nature reserves.
- Go to historical and architectural complexes under open air– Kizhi, Valaam Nature Reserve, Solovetsky Archipelago.
- Look at the petroglyphs on the shore of Lake Onega.
- Visit the sights of Petrozavodsk and its surroundings.
The cost of a three-day tour from Moscow starts from 9,000 rubles.
Kaliningrad
Winter holiday on the seashore.
What to see
There are 3 districts in the city. Each of them has its own attractions:
- Moskovsky - Fr. Kant, Cathedral, Fishing village, churches and gate-museum.
- Leningradsky - Amber Museum, Royal Gate, barracks, quarter of German villas.
- Central - ancient buildings, zoo.
Altai
A place of unity with nature.
Altai is very large and recreation in it is varied. Passive, excursion, active, adventure, recreational, event.
What to see
The main attraction is nature. Dense forests, fast mountain rivers, turquoise Katun, passes. The majestic mountains are compared to the Alps and Tibet. Every year tourists come here in search of the mystical Shambhala.
Marals
In Altai you can:
- Improve your health at the resorts of Belokurikha and Lake. Yarovoe.
- Go skiing - in the vicinity of Gorno-Altaisk and lake. And I.
- Go on an excursion to Lake Teletskoye, to the Tavdinsky caves, to the deer breeding farms, about. Patmos, Manzherok, Chemal.
Vacation prices
It is most profitable to buy tours. Minimum cost – from 21,000 rubles. Includes three meals a day, excursions, transfer. In some cases, you will have to pay additionally for a flight to Barnaul - from 14,000.
Sochi
We're going to the sea in winter.
If you didn’t have time to get to Sochi in the summer, it doesn’t matter. In December and January Black Sea resort warm and little precipitation. Of course, you won’t be able to swim in the sea. But you can have a lot of fun in the water park.
Things to do
- Take your children to the amusement parks “Riviera” or “Sochi Park”, to the aquarium, arboretum and to the fabulous “Berendeevo Kingdom”.
- Buy a ticket to the performance of KVN teams. The first will take place on January 5 at the Zhemchuzhina Hotel.
- Book excursions to museums and natural attractions.
- Learn alpine skiing and snowboarding in Krasnaya Polyana.
Price
Accommodation in a double standard room – from 1,500 per night.
Meals – from 600 rubles per day.
Round-trip air travel – from 13,800 rubles.
1 visit to the water park - from 500 to 1,300 rubles.
Where to relax with a child?
For holidays with children, pay attention to the following destinations.
Go ahead to meet Santa Claus!
This is a little trip to Magic world. The city of Rovaniemi is a center of attraction for tourists in winter. In its vicinity is Santa Park and its village.
Expecting children:
- Meeting with Santa.
- Games and master classes with elves.
- Ride the magic train.
- Gingerbread factory and other magical entertainments.
In Lapland, you should definitely visit a traditional reindeer farm. Ride a reindeer or dog sled. When I go for a walk, I need to dress warmly. In January, the thermometer can drop to –27˚С.
Important! Don't forget to apply for a Schengen visa.
In Russia
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water parks, Sochi Park, automobile museum, oceanarium, dolphinarium, botanical and dendrological park, Berendeevo Kingdom |
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free museum military equipment open-air, petting and regular zoos, amusement parks, “House of Entertaining Science and Technology”, puppet theater |
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Saint Petersburg | museums, fairy tale and puppet theaters, dolphinarium, oceanarium, zoo |
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On the sea
Phan Thiet, Goa, Phuket or Samui? What to choose?
A winter holiday at sea promises a lot of pleasant entertainment and swimming in warm waves. The beaches at resorts for families with children are clean and sandy. The entrance to the sea on most of them is gentle. The infrastructure is well developed.
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