Ticket prices start from 13,574 rubles.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 990 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,000 rubles.
• Food. Cold Lithuanian borscht - 190 rubles, fried potatoes with hunting sausages - 290 rubles.
• Entertainment. Two tickets to the Museum of the World Ocean (excursion to a submarine) - 600 rubles, entrance to the Amber Museum - 300 rubles for two.

Things to do

• Go to an organ concert in Cathedral and reflect on the eternal at the tomb of Immanuel Kant.
• Visit the Fishing Village, climb aboard the B-413 submarine, and then stop by the Amber Museum. It is unthinkable to visit Kaliningrad and not buy an amber souvenir or jewelry.
• Explore the Kaliningrad region: a little over an hour's drive from the city are the castles of the Teutonic Order - Insterburg and Schaaken.
• Take a walk along one of the walking routes of the Curonian Spit, a natural wonder included in the List World Heritage UNESCO. Admire the dunes and intricately curved trees of the Dancing Forest.

Russia, Karelia

Ticket prices to Petrozavodsk start from 18,872 rubles.
When to go: May to September.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 1,000 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,200 rubles.
• Food. Kalitka (Karelian pie) with potatoes - 75 rubles, trout fish soup - 410 rubles, rowan liqueur - 190 rubles for 50 grams.
• Entertainment. A trip to “Ruskeala” - 3,850 rubles for two, an excursion to Kizhi - 5,900 rubles for two, an excursion to Valaam from Petrozavodsk - 10,400 rubles.

Things to do

• There are 60 thousand lakes and 27 thousand rivers. Go rafting or kayaking on the Shuya River, or try to catch a huge salmon while fishing on Lake Onega. If extreme sports are not attractive, go to the Kivach waterfall - this is the highest flat waterfall in Europe.
• You cannot visit Karelia without visiting the Kizhi nature reserve, where real masterpieces of wooden architecture are collected. According to legend, the Church of the Transfiguration was built by the carpenter Nestor with only an ax. After construction, the master threw the ax into the lake so that no one could repeat his masterpiece.
• Not far from the border with Finland there is the Ruskeala mountain park. Where marble was previously mined in an industrial quarry, there is now a lake with marble shores and underwater grottoes. On the way to Ruskeala, stop by the Tokhminsky waterfalls.

Georgia

Ticket prices to Tbilisi start from 22,332 rubles.
Entry regime: visa-free. When to go: from May to July or September-October.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 361 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 902 rubles.
• Food. Khachapuri - 135 rubles, a portion of 10 khinkali with beef - 180 rubles, pork kebab - 270 rubles.
• Entertainment. A tour of Tbilisi - 1,800 rubles for two, two tickets to the botanical garden - 90 rubles, a round-trip cable car ride - 90 rubles for two.

Things to do

• In Tbilisi, be sure to take the cable car to the Narikala fortress, visit the flea market on the Dry Bridge, Shardeni Street and the botanical garden.
• It is worth paying attention not only to the capital, but also to other regions of the country. Among the interesting things are the ancient city of Mtskheta, the mountains and waterfalls of Svaneti, the Georgian Military Road and, of course, Kakheti with its wine.
• For a beach holiday, go to Batumi, Kobuleti or Sarpi. The beach in Sarpi is considered one of the best in Adjara, the coastal region of Georgia.

Poland, Krakow

Ticket prices to Krakow start from 34,104 rubles.
Entry mode: Schengen visa required. When to go: on Catholic Christmas or from May to September.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 1,081 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 2,153 rubles.
• Food. Casserole (baguette with filling) - from 84 rubles, chicken fillet with mushrooms - from 227 rubles, 0.5 liters of draft beer - from 118 rubles.
• Entertainment. Tickets to castles and museums - from 200 rubles for two, a tour of the Wieliczka salt mines - from 2,998 rubles for two.

Things to do

• If you want to see the real Poland, fly to Krakow. Krakow is recognized as one of the most beautiful cities in the country. It is the former capital of the state and the site of the coronation of Polish monarchs.
• Wander around Krakow's Old Town and Market Square, visit the architectural complex on Wawel Hill - here is the royal castle and the ancient Cathedral of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslas. In December, be sure to check out the Christmas market.
• In the city of Wieliczka, not far from Krakow, there are once the largest salt mines in Europe. You will be led through winding corridors past salt sculptures and underground lakes. To fully experience the atmosphere, you will rise to the surface in a special mining cabin.

Montenegro

Ticket prices to Tivat start from 28,370 rubles.
Entry regime: visa-free. When to go: May to November.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 1,750 rubles, a double room in a guest house - from 1,893 rubles.
• Food. Fried cheese - 419 rubles, pork chop - 482 rubles.
• Entertainment. Excursion to Ostrog - from 3,490 rubles for two, two tickets to Durmitor Park - 419 rubles.

Things to do

• For natural beauty, go to national park"Durmitor". The gorge along the Tara River, which flows through the park, is the Montenegrin analogue of the American Grand Canyon. This is the deepest canyon in Europe: its depth reaches 1,300 meters. In Durmitor there is one of the most high points Montenegro - Mount Bobotov Kuk (2,523 meters).
• Connoisseurs of medieval architecture have a direct route to the historical part of Budva, built during the time of the Venetian Republic. Then go to the Orthodox monastery Ostrog, carved into a steep cliff at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level.
• As for the sea, the choice is yours: either the beaches of the Adriatic Sea, or the fjord of the Bay of Kotor.

Vietnam

Ticket prices to Ho Chi Minh City start from 43,922 rubles.
Entry mode: when traveling for less than 15 days, a visa is not required. When to go: to Hanoi - from September to February, to Nha Trang - from February to August, to Mui Ne - from December to June, to Hoi An - from January to August.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 664 rubles, a hotel - from 844 rubles.
• Food. Pho soup - from 98 rubles, rice with seafood - around 170 rubles, freshly squeezed juices - from 40 rubles per 0.3 liter.
• Entertainment. Excursion to the Kuti tunnels - from 2,257 rubles for two, two tickets to the Vinpearl park - approximately 3,900 rubles.

Things to do

• Want to see a bay created by a dragon? Long ago, he crawled towards the sea and left behind him valleys filled with water. Of course, this is a legend. But Ha Long Bay is the most beautiful postcard view of Vietnam.
• From Ho Chi Minh City, take a tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels. They were dug up by guerrillas during the Vietnam War to launch surprise attacks on American troops. Now underground passages with a total length of up to 200 kilometers have turned into a popular tourist attraction.
• It would be strange to come to Vietnam solely for the sake of studying cultural heritage of this country. Beach holidays are what attracts tourists. It’s worth going to Nha Trang, Mui Ne or Hoi An for it.
• In Nha Trang, be sure to set aside a day to visit the Vinpearl amusement park. A cable car more than three kilometers long leads there. “Vinpearl” is a paradise for a budget tourist: for a very reasonable amount you can go on rides all day, see a dolphin show and go to the only water park on the coast with fresh water. Among the attractions, we especially recommend the electric sleigh: the cart rushes along a winding track, and you regulate the speed yourself.

Sri Lanka

Ticket prices to Colombo start from 54,034 rubles.
Entry mode: you can apply for an electronic visa permit. When to go: December to April.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 673 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,263 rubles.
• Food. A serving of rice with curry - from 75 rubles, pancakes with banana and chocolate - from 90 rubles.
• Entertainment. Sightseeing tour in Colombo - from 3,095 rubles for two, two tickets to the elephant shelter - about 1,800 rubles.

Things to do

• The path to nirvana lies through the golden triangle: the cities of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy. The largest and most important Buddhist temples and monasteries are located here.
• Connoisseurs of good tea should visit the town of Nuwara Eliya. See how the tea bushes cover the hills with a dense carpet and shimmer like emerald in the sun. Dilmah, Akbar - it's all from here. Sri Lanka is one of the three largest tea producing countries in the world.
• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - without any exaggeration unique place. Here, elephant calves, left without parents for one reason or another, are raised and taught wisdom. You can even watch elephants bathe and eat.

Tunisia

Ticket prices to Tunisia start from 33,201 rubles.
Entry mode: when traveling for less than 90 days, a visa is not required. When to go: from March to June or September-October.

Cost of one day

• Housing. Double room in the hotel - from 2,099 rubles, apartments for two - from 2,239 rubles.
• Food. Fish soup - 165 rubles, grilled tuna - 470 rubles, a cup of mint tea - 50 rubles.
• Entertainment. Two tickets to Carthage - about 500 rubles, a two-day trip to the Sahara - approximately 13,000 rubles.

Things to do

• If you want to literally touch antiquity, here you will find what you were looking for. You can start from the capital: in Tunisia (yes, both the country and the capital are all Tunisia) visit the medina - Old city, where narrow streets weave into a labyrinth surrounded by a stone wall.
• The ruins of Carthage, once the largest city in the world, are deservedly popular among tourists. west coast Mediterranean Sea. Carthage was founded around 814 BC. All that remains of its former luxury are the amphitheater, aqueduct and the Baths of Anthony Pius.
• Go on an excursion to the Sahara - after all, it’s not every day that you get the chance to see a real desert and visit the Berbers. By the way, the settlement of Matmata, where representatives of this nationality live, was seen by everyone who watched “Star Wars”: there it depicted the planet Tatooine.

Morocco

Ticket prices to Casablanca start from 31,692 rubles.
Entry mode: when traveling for less than 90 days, a visa is not required. When to go: May to October.

Cost of one day

• Housing. A room in a guest house - from 1,400 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,959 rubles.
• Food. Casserole with eggplants and tomatoes - 430 rubles, paella with fish - from 276 rubles, a cup of coffee - from 77 rubles.
• Entertainment. Excursion from Agadir to Marrakesh - approximately 8,100 rubles for two, a trip to the Sahara with local guides - from 10,000 rubles.

Things to do

• Visit Rick's Bar in Casablanca, where the atmosphere of the cult film by Michael Curtiz is recreated. Feel like Humphrey Bogart and order a bourbon.
• For beach lovers, head to Tangier. To the west of the city is the longest beach strip in the country: 47 kilometers of sand along the Atlantic Ocean. When you have had enough of swimming, you can go to the Sahara - such excursions are not only available in Tunisia.
• Who said Africa is not for lovers? alpine skiing? In winter, the weather in the Atlas Mountains is good for skiing. You can slide down a snowy slope in the morning and swim in the warm ocean in the evening.
• If you have enviable willpower and are not fooled by the sweet speeches of talkative sellers, go to the local bazaar to buy souvenirs. Bargain with all your might, here this process is almost more important than the fact of purchase itself.

USA, New York

Ticket prices start from 40,830 rubles.
Entry mode: visa required. When to go: March to October.

Cost of one day

Food and housing in New York are not cheap. But tickets from Moscow are inexpensive for such a long flight, and on the spot you can create a very budget-friendly vacation program.

• Housing. Double room in the hotel - from 3,816 rubles, apartments for two - from 5,331 rubles.
• Food. Hot dog - 186 rubles, chicken burger - 354 rubles, chocolate muffin - 154 rubles.
• Entertainment. Two tickets to the Guggenheim Museum - about 2,800 rubles, two tickets to the zoo - around 2,000 rubles, a visit to the Statue of Liberty - about 2,100 rubles for two.

Things to do

• Must-see in New York: Broadway and Fifth Avenue, Statue of Liberty, Times Square and Central Park.
• Among the local museums and attractions, it is worth visiting the Solomon Guggenheim Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Madame Tussauds, the botanical garden and the zoo. Of course, one cannot ignore the New York Museum of Modern Art, where works by Matisse, Van Gogh, Picasso and Dali are collected. By the way, on Fridays from 16 to 20, admission is free if you are not afraid of long lines.
• There is entertainment in New York for every taste: a concert at the Metropolitan Opera, NBA or NHL matches. Going over budget? The breathtaking views from the Brooklyn Bridge are completely free, as is the ferry between Manhattan and Staten Island.

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We studied guidebooks, forums, bloggers' reports, booking systems, sites with food prices and selected the most affordable countries for vacation. For each, we calculated a budget for two per day and converted it into dollars. This is the average amount for a couple of travelers who live in the same room, do not like to spend too much and stick to the golden mean in everything. After all, everyone understands differently by comfort: for some, a bed in a hostel is enough, for others, they will still choose among five-star hotels. Therefore, we did not take into account luxury hotels and restaurants, but found out how much it costs to have a meal in ordinary local cafes and stay in guesthouses, mini-hotels or Airbnb apartments.

In some countries, expenses can easily be cut by one and a half to two times if you use public transport, eat in non-tourist places and look for hotels on the basis of “we’re just going to spend the night.” For India and Indonesia, for example, we recommend a daily budget of $40–$50, but you can travel to these countries as a couple for $20 per day.

Faktrum publishes a very useful article from the Skyscanner blog that will help you plan your vacation profitably.

Cheap countries without visa

Armenia

Approximate prices:

You can have a hearty and cheap meal in Armenia at every step: khachapuri in Yerevan costs up to 500 drams ($1), lamaj (flatbread with spicy meat filling) costs up to $1.7, and crayfish kebab near Lake Sevan costs about $3. The average bill in a simple cafe is $3–4, and for dinner for two in a tourist restaurant you will pay $7–30.

Photo source: Skyscanner.ru

In the capital of Armenia there are inexpensive hotels with double rooms for $25–30. If you like the comfort of home on vacation, rent a nice studio in a quiet area for $20 or an apartment in the city center on Airbnb for $30–40 per night. Outside the capital, prices are slightly lower. In Armenia, as in Georgia, a stranger can invite you for coffee, dinner or even overnight. Agree: this is not fraud, but hospitality.

Standard route:

Yerevan and surroundings; Lake Sevan; Vanadzor and Lori Gorge; Khor Virap monastery with views of Ararat; Vorotan Valley and Tatev Monastery.

Visa:

You can enter Armenia without a visa for up to 180 days during the year. If you want more, find out how to apply for an Armenian visa.

Georgia

Approximate prices:

There is no street food as such in Georgia. The only thing you can grab on the go is fresh khachapuri or lobiani, which are sold on every corner for 2-3 lari ($1). Lunch at the cafe will cost $6, and for a generous dinner with wine you can pay from $8. An intermediate option is khinkali: you won’t have to look for them for long; one piece costs 60–70 tetri ($0.25–0.30). A dozen khinkali with salad and a glass of beer (for everything - $4) is enough to fill you up for the whole day.

A modest double room in Tbilisi and Batumi costs from $40 per night. It will cost $10 less to rent an apartment in a pleasant area near the center of the capital. In seaside Batumi, you can rent a small apartment in the private sector in 2016 for $20–25. Prices here are tightly tied to the season: an apartment by the sea with a fresh renovation and all amenities costs about $40 per day in mid-summer. In less touristy areas, you can easily find guesthouses with rooms for $15-$30.

Standard route:

Tbilisi; Mtskheta and the Georgian Military Road; cave city in Vardzia; Sighnaghi and Kakheti; Svaneti; Batumi and Black Sea coast. If time allows, you can take a one-way ticket to Georgia, travel further overland to Armenia or Turkey, and fly home from there.

Visa:

Russian citizens can spend a whole year in Georgia without a visa.

Abkhazia

Daily budget for two: $65–75

Approximate prices:

A skewer of aromatic chicken kebab in Abkhazia costs about 200 rubles ($2.7), a cheburek with cheese and meat costs 70 rubles ($1). Lunch at a cafe by the sea will cost $5–12 for two, and a hearty dinner at an Apatskhe (national cuisine restaurant) will cost $9.5–13.5. For a one and a half liter bottle of homemade Abkhaz wine you will pay about $2.7.

On Airbnb, you can rent a room in a house by the sea in Sukhumi for $10 per day, and an apartment in the city center for $37 per day. If you dare to look for housing locally, it may turn out even cheaper: a room in a private house in Gagra can be rented for $9, and near Pitsunda there are options for $8 for two. A room in a good seaside hotel in Abkhazia costs $20–33 per night.

Standard route:

Botanical Garden, Kelasur Wall and the ruins of Bagrat Castle in Sukhumi; monastery and underground karst cave in New Athos; beaches of Gudauta, Pitsunda and Gagra; reserve near Lake Ritsa.

Visa:

To enter Abkhazia, Russians do not need either a visa or a foreign passport - an ordinary one is enough. Fly to Adler - from there it is only 10 km to the Abkhaz border, which runs along the Psou River.

Laos

Daily budget for two: $55–65

Approximate prices:

Lunch in street cafes costs from 12 to 50 thousand kip ($1.5–6), in a tourist cafe or restaurant - 50–100 thousand ($6–12). On average, a simple double room will cost about $12 per night. In the village of Vang Vieng, you can bargain on the spot and stay for that amount in a room with a wonderful view of the mountains. But in the capital, Vientiane, it is cheaper to book a hotel in advance: you can rent a cozy room for $15–17.

Almost all the attractions of Laos are paid, although they are very cheap: for example, entrance to the Paku caves will cost $2.5. These Buddhist caves can be reached by boat on the Mekong - you will pay $8 for a round trip and a stop at the “whiskey village”. Renting a motorbike with a manual transmission for the whole day in Laos costs about 70,000 kip - for $9 you are completely free to move around the country.

Standard route:

Vientiane; Luang Prabang; trekking in the Bocau National Park and/or rafting along the picturesque U River; Pakse and waterfalls of the Bolaven plateau; cruise along the Mekong south to Si Phan Don or to the 4000 Islands. You can continue your adventures in Cambodia or, if you go in the opposite direction, in Thailand.

Visa:

If you are traveling to Laos for less than 15 days, you do not need a visa. The only requirement is that the passport must be valid for 6 months from the date of entry.

Indonesia

Daily budget for two: $40–$50

Approximate prices:

Street food in Indonesia costs pennies: nasi goreng or mi goreng (fried rice or noodles) will cost no more than $1.5–2. You can have breakfast and lunch in local cafes for $2.5–4.5, and a hearty dinner costs $5–8 depending on the level of the establishment. You can rent a decent guesthouse room in Sumatra for $10, in Java for $10–15, and in Bali for $15–20. Traveling between the islands is also cheap - ferry travel costs about $3.

Standard route:

Since you have flown 9,000 km, spending your entire vacation in Bali, no matter how beautiful it may be, means depriving yourself of many impressions. There are 17,000 islands to choose from, from tiny paradises like Gili to Sumatra the size of Spain. Don't miss Borobudur and Mount Bromo in Java, visit Lake Toba or go on a jungle trek in Borneo.

Visa:

Citizens of the Russian Federation can enter Indonesia without a visa for 30 days through international airports Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Denpasar, Batam Island, as well as four sea ​​ports. At other border points, Russians can obtain a visa on arrival for a period of 30 days.

Vietnam

Daily budget for two: $45–$55

Approximate prices:

Banh mi sandwiches in Vietnam are sold at every turn for 10–15 thousand dong ($0.5–0.7), and juices cost the same in fruit shops. For a bowl of pho soup in a cafe, pay 1–2 $, and for 0.5 liters of homemade bia hoi beer - 1 $. In local eateries they offer food for pennies: two servings of fish or chicken fried in ginger sauce, with a plate of rice and a bowl of soup - $2. In a presentable restaurant these amounts are multiplied by 2–3. A hearty seafood dinner at a tourist establishment with Vietnamese cuisine will cost $12–20. If you miss European dishes, pizza for $5 will save you. You can eat a burger, fries and soda at the fast food Lotteria for $3. Imported alcohol in Vietnamese stores costs no more than in duty-free, and a bottle of local rum can be bought for $3–4.

You can rent a double room in a Hanoi hotel for $11–15; in the village of Mui Ne, prices start at $10 for a bungalow with a shower and air conditioning right next to the sea, and in Nha Trang you can still rent a nice room with amenities for $6–10. Service in Vietnamese hotels is excellent, regardless of star rating. Breakfast is included in the price nine times out of ten.

Standard route:

Hanoi; Ha Long Bay; Museum of Cham Sculpture in Da Nang; Nha Trang; Mui Ne village; Dalat; Hoi An Museum City; Phu Quoc Island off the coast of Cambodia.

Visa:

Citizens of the Russian Federation can vacation in Vietnam without a visa for up to 15 days.

Serbia

Daily budget for two: $70–80

Approximate prices:

Serbian analogues of fast food - cheese pie gibanica, spicy sausages cevapcici, pljeskavica (cutlets with a side dish or in a bun) - cost no more than 200 dinars ($2). Moreover, to fill up, one splash of water is enough. You can have lunch for two in a decent restaurant for $7–9.

A simple double room in Belgrade hotels costs about $30 per day. For $16 you can rent a room in a hostel, and for $25–35 you can rent an apartment in the center.

Standard route:

Belgrade; Novi Sad; Smederevo; national parks Tara or Fruska Gora; Bajina Basta or other towns along the picturesque Drina River; Drvengrad is an ethnic village from the films of Kusturica. You can go to even cheaper Macedonia.

Visa:

To travel to Serbia, Russian citizens do not need a visa if the trip is within 30 days.

Montenegro

Daily budget for two: $80–90

Approximate prices:

Montenegrins' favorite national fast food is burek (a round pie or tubes filled with vegetables, cheese or meat) - sold for $1 in bakeries and on the beaches. A generous portion of cevapchichi with potatoes and pita bread costs $5–9 and is enough for two. It's even cheaper to have a meal at Mesar. These butcher shops sell semi-finished products, but you can ask for the same cevapchici to be fried on the spot - this is called “made on Rostile”. You can have a thorough breakfast in a Montenegrin cafe for two for $7–10, and a three-course restaurant dinner will cost $25–30. If you move literally 500 meters away from coastal establishments, you can save up to 50%.

The most expensive city in terms of housing is Budva: during peak season, simple one-room apartments by the sea are rented for $35–45 per day. But in Budva, even in summer, you can rent a neat guesthouse room or a small studio for $20 if you book in advance. In winter in Montenegro, prices for hotels and apartments fall by almost half.

Standard route:

Podgorica; resorts of the Bay of Kotor (Kotor, Perast, Risan, Koštanica, Tivat, Herceg Novi); resorts of the Adriatic coast (Budva, Becici, Rafailovici, Sveti Stefan, Petrovac, Bar); Ostrog Monastery; national parks Lovcen and Durmitor with the Tara River canyon.

Visa:

Citizens of the Russian Federation can stay in Montenegro without a visa for 30 consecutive days.

Cheap countries with visa on arrival or online

India

Daily budget for two: $40–$45

Approximate prices:

Street food in India costs practically nothing: a serving of vegetarian thali (rice, stewed vegetables, lentils and flatbread) will cost 50 rupees ($0.8), and you can have a hearty lunch at a local eatery for 150 rupees ($2.3). The average bill in tourist restaurants is $3–6.

The situation with housing is similar: almost everywhere for 5–8 $ you will get a set of a bed, walls and roof, for 10–15 $ you will get a decent room with air conditioning. In Mumbai, Goa and Kerala, prices during the peak season - from December to February - increase 2-3 times. You can rent a scooter for a day for 200–250 rupees ($3–4). If you are traveling for a long time, it is better to rent a scooter for a week or a month - it will be even cheaper, about 150 rupees per day, and you will also be able to see neighboring states.

Standard route:

Delhi; Agra; a circle through the cities and villages of Rajasthan or a trip through the foothills of the Himalayas in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand; and further - according to interests: either to Varanasi and Nepal, or to the south, to Mumbai and Goa or to Kerala. If time permits, visit Punjab (Amritsar), Kashmir and Ladakh.

Visa:

If you are entering India through Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Cochin, Hyderabad and Trivandrum airports, you can apply for your visa online.

Nepal

Daily budget for two: on a track in the mountains - about $40; in the rest of the country - $45–50.

Approximate prices:

In Nepal, you can have a hearty lunch for two at a street eatery for 400–500 rupees ($4–5). In tourist cafes prices are 2-3 times higher; lunch for two will cost closer to $15.

You can rent a double room in a cheap guesthouse with a shower and toilet on the floor for $5–8 per day. For $15–20 you can stay in a decent hotel in Kathmandu. The average cost of a small comfortable room for two in Nagarkot is from $15 per night, and in Pokhara - from $10.

Standard route:

Kathmandu and surrounding areas (Bhaktapur, Nagarkot); several days in the Chitwan Nature Reserve; Lumbini; Pokhara and mountain trekking - to Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, etc.

Visa:

A Nepalese visa can be obtained both at the Embassy in Moscow and at the airport upon arrival. Simply fill out the online form 15 days before your trip and present it at the border.

Cambodia

Daily budget for two: $70–80

Approximate prices:

You can buy a fried spider, a kilogram of mango or a bunch of bananas for $1 in Cambodia. Two servings of baked mussels with salad will cost $6. A hearty dinner with pork steak, potatoes and vegetables costs the same, and for a huge pizza for two in a regular cafe you will pay about $5. A glass of local beer in seaside bars costs $0.5, a jug will cost $2. You will spend more on spiritual food in Cambodia than on regular food: a ticket to Angkor for 1 day - $20, for 3 days - $40, for a week - $60. To rise above Angkor Wat in a yellow hot air balloon, pay $20.

A room with a double bed, air conditioning and shower in a guesthouse in the resort of Sihanoukville can be rented for $12–15 per day, and comfortable hotel rooms in Phnom Penh cost $15–20 per night. Khmers do not like to bargain; it is better to book accommodation in advance.

Standard route:

Siem Reap and temple complex Angkor; Lake Toplesap with floating villages, beaches of Sihanoukville (Ochuteal-Serendipity, Otres); Koh Rong island; Phnom Bokor National Park; Phnom Penh.

Visa:

You can obtain a visa to Cambodia immediately upon arrival or in advance via the Internet.

Sri Lanka

Daily budget for two: $60–70

Approximate prices:

Food in Sri Lanka is similar to South Indian food in both taste and prices. Roti (spring rolls) cost from 40 Sri Lankan rupees ($0.28) for a vegetarian option to 120 rupees ($0.8) for a triangle with chicken and cheese. For a bunch of bananas you will pay $0.14, for a drinking coconut - $0.25, for a kilogram of papaya - $0.42. King prawns at the Hikkaduwa market sell for $7/kg, and buy a 0.75-liter bottle of red rum for $10. Kottu (something like a shredded hamburger) costs $1.5–2 in non-tourist cafes. Two servings of seafood dinner, rice with curry, salad and beer in a restaurant will cost $7–10.

The average price for a room with hot water and a fan in a guesthouse is $14–20 per night. In party areas like Mirissa and Unawatuna on the south coast, prices are higher - below New Year and until March, locals rent housing for $28–$55 per night. Prices for double rooms in Colombo hotels start at $25, and you can spend the night in a hostel for $16. If you plan to stay in Sri Lanka for a long time, it is wiser to rent a house or apartment for $330 per month (including utilities) on the spot.

Standard route:

Colombo; Pinnawela Elephant Nursery; Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy, Lion Rock in Sigiriya, other Buddhist sites in Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa; tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya; national reserve in the Sinharaja forest.

Visa:

There are three ways to obtain a visa to Sri Lanka - at the Embassy in Moscow, upon arrival at the airport or online.

Cheap visa countries

Romania

Daily budget for two: $80–90

Approximate prices:

You won't find street food in the Asian sense of the term in Romania. You can have lunch in a cheap cafe or fast food for about 10–30 lei ($2.5–7). A hearty lunch in restaurants in Brasov and Sighisoara will cost $12–14. Dinner at a highly advertised establishment in Bucharest will cost 100 lei ($24).

On average across the country, a simple double room in a guesthouse or two-star hotel costs $20–30. You can rent an apartment in the heart of Bucharest for $30–40 per day; in Brasov, aim for $35–45.

Standard route:

Bucharest; Danube Delta; Mamaia and others Black Sea resorts; Peles and Bran castles (“Dracula’s castle”); medieval Brasov; Transylvanian towns of Sighisoara and Sibiu. If you travel by car, do not miss the beautiful Transfagarasan mountain road.

Visa:

Romania is a member of the European Union, but has not signed the Schengen Agreement. With a national visa you can not only travel around the country, but also go to Bulgaria, Croatia and Cyprus. If you already have a long-term entry permit for these countries or a multiple-entry Schengen visa, you will not need to obtain a separate visa for Romania. In other cases, you need to apply for a Romanian visa.

Hungary

Daily budget for two: $85–95

Approximate prices:

The famous Hungarian goulash costs from 950 forints ($3.3). You can have a snack for two in an inexpensive cafe for $10, and a thorough dinner in a restaurant for $28. An impressive pizza will cost $5, and a cup of coffee with a delicate cake in Hungarian csukrázdy (pastry shops) is priced at only $2.5.

Cozy apartments in the very center of Budapest on Airbnb cost from $35–45 per night; in guesthouses on the outskirts you can live in comfortable rooms for $25. Apartments near Lake Balaton will cost another $5 less.

Standard route:

Budapest with its baths; Medveotthon Bear Park in Véresegyháza; open-air ethno-museum Skansen near the town of Szentendre; ancient Székesfehérvár; Pannonhalma Abbey; Lake Balaton and 10 more ideas short trips from Budapest.

Visa:

To enter Hungary you need a Schengen visa.

Bulgaria

Daily budget for two: $80–90

Approximate prices:

A cup of coffee in Bulgaria costs from 0.8 to 1.5 levs ($0.5–0.8), a plate of soup (pileshka - chicken or trampota - with meatballs) - about 1 $, and Shopska salad - 2-3 $ . You can have breakfast in the Sofia cafe for $10 for two. A three-course dinner with drinks in a good metropolitan restaurant will cost about $20–22.

A double room in guesthouses in the city center costs from $16 per night. For $18 you can rent a room with a shower, air conditioning and a refrigerator in Kosharitsa and Ravda. A studio room in a three-star apart-hotel in the Sunny Beach resort costs about $26. Through Airbnb you can rent an excellent apartment by the sea with a pool in the yard for $25–35.

Standard route:

The most striking places in Bulgaria: Sofia and Mount Vitosha; Koprivshtitsa; Plovdiv and Perperikon; Valley of Roses; Rila Monastery and the Seven Lakes; Nessebar; tiny Melnik; beaches of Sunny Beach.

Visa:

Bulgaria is not part of the Schengen zone, but you can enter this country with a double or multiple-entry Schengen visa. You can also visit Bulgaria if your passport contains valid multiple-entry visas from Romania, Croatia or Cyprus. In other cases, you need to obtain a Bulgarian visa.

Spring is just around the corner and the most beautiful month of this season is May with long holiday weekends. And you can spend them somewhere on a wonderful coast. Many are already thinking about where the whole family will be comfortable, so that the beach is good, the sea is warm, the child is interested, and there is no gap left in the family budget. It's time to plan your vacation while there are still tours at attractive prices. We have prepared a review of resorts and will tell you where to relax by the sea in May, so that you can enjoy warm sand and even sea baths after a capricious winter.

Why not go on a cruise? The prices are very affordable! , .

Officially opens in Turkey beach season. There are no longer empty seats on flights to popular resorts in the country, as well as in hotels that offer a high level of service at affordable prices. That is why we recommend booking your tour now. The prices for the “Early Booking” promotion are pleasantly pleasing and allow you to save a lot. As a rule, tourists in Turkey choose “all inclusive” or “ultra all inclusive” packages. Who wants to think about where to have breakfast, lunch and dinner when you can just enjoy the sea, the gentle sun and a cool Tequila Sunrise.

Young guests will feel very comfortable here, since there is no sweltering heat yet and you can stay under the sun for a long time. At the same time, no one canceled the protective cream! The weather will also allow active tourists to make exciting long trips and explore the sights of the country. Be sure to visit Cappadocia! Should I take warm clothes with me? Certainly. In the evening it’s still cool like spring, but during the day the air temperature warms up to +25..+28°C and you can sunbathe.

May in the Holy Land is a truly summer month, the best weather conditions time for sea ​​holiday. On the Mediterranean coast it is already quite warm during the day (in Tel Aviv, Ashdod, Netanya - +24-27°C), the sun does not heat the sand, as in July. In the evening it becomes fresh (+17-20°C), the nights are cool. The air temperature in Haifa is one degree lower.

The water cannot be called very comfortable (+21°C), but many are already swimming. It’s hot in the resorts of the Red Sea, in Eilat +35°C, you can stay in the water (+23-25°C) for a long time. In the Dead Sea it is simply hot (+31°C). For all the climatic pleasures of May you will have to pay more than in other months. But comfortable conditions for excursions to unique attractions compensate for the financial costs. At the Dead Sea you can not only indulge in a beach holiday, but also take medical procedures.

In the Mediterranean there are strong waves on some days, and surfers take advantage of the moment. Enough here and others marine entertainment: riding inflatables, banana boats, jet skis, yachts, parasailing. Helicopter rides are popular. The Red Sea, which is usually calm, is conducive to diving and snorkeling. The rich underwater world gives divers true pleasure with its colorful diversity. Trips to ancient shrines leave deep impressions.

• – 2 restaurants, swimming pool with hot tub and small pool for children, beach 10 minutes walk
• — serves guests on an all-inclusive basis, swimming pool with 3 slides, pizza bar by the pool

A holiday in Jordan will be very pleasant and interesting. Here you will have the gorgeous beaches of Krasny and Dead Seas. These places are best for family vacation, because for children there is real freedom here - a warm, clean sea and an abundance of entertainment. In addition, Jordan is a real paradise for lovers of diving and eco-tourism. The coral reefs of the Red Sea are stunning with their beauty and diversity of the underwater world, and the luxurious vegetation of the coast and a very mild climate will allow everyone to spend several days in complete unity with nature.

Jordan is rich in attractions. You can tour biblical sites, visit the famous cave complex of Petra, as well as many other Bedouin and Muslim monuments. And, again, the best time for excursions here will be May, before the sizzling summer heat sets in.

The season also opens at some European resorts. This is a good time to travel to Greece, the beaches of many islands in this country are already open for swimming, the weather is warm but not hot, and all entertainment and excursions are quite affordable, since prices have not yet reached their summer maximum. The beginning of the month is rich in holidays - in Greece, as well as in Russia, Workers' Day is celebrated on a grand scale. Parades and holiday events take place across the country.

At the same time, many cities celebrate the ancient pagan festival of flowers, dedicated to the goddess Demeter, and a little later, on May 21-23, Pirovassia, or Anastenaria, is noisily celebrated in many parts of the country. The most important event of this ancient holiday is dancing on hot coals, which invariably attracts a huge number of spectators. Since Greece is a country of rich culture, it is impossible to ignore the date of May 18, when the country celebrates the International Day of Museums and Monuments. It is useful for every tourist to know that on this day you can enter all the country’s numerous museums completely free of charge.

Fans of costume performances can recommend visiting the Medieval Festival, which takes place at the end of the month on the island of Rhodes. At the same time, a flower festival takes place here, and all the streets of the island are generously decorated with floral arrangements, the beauty of which is simply breathtaking.

• — area 80,000 m2, beach 100 m, 4 indoor and outdoor pools
• — cooking shows, weekly theme evenings. Was awarded environmental awards. One of the most romantic places in the archipelago
• - suites and bungalows, excellent cuisine, infinity pools. Magnificent views of the island of Spinalonga.

If we talk about European countries, then the most comfortable and interesting holiday can be on the islands of the Mediterranean Sea. During holidays, many of our compatriots go to Cyprus. The weather is wonderful here, and the sun easily warms the water off the coast to 21 degrees above zero.

At the same time, the nights are quite cool. The most popular island holiday destinations are Ai-Napa, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos, each of which is characterized by unique holiday conditions. For example, for all lovers of night parties, Ai-Napa is more suitable, and for married couples with children it is better to go to the beaches of Limassol.

You can enjoy water attractions in numerous and well-equipped water parks. The cultural life of the island is very rich. It is here that the European Dance Festival takes place at this time, as well as the Anthesteria festival. Anthesteria is a festival dedicated to the flowers of Cyprus, many of which grow only here.

During the festival, large flower fairs are held in all cities, and among Cypriots there is a custom of giving bouquets of flowers to all your friends. Also at this time, a carnival takes place in Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos. Paphos is the center of all celebrations, and the holiday here is celebrated on a special scale. And those who were lucky enough to see the Cypriot flower carnival talk about it as an unforgettable beauty spectacle.

• – located on the sandy shores of Coral Bay beach, indoor pool, hydromassage pool and 2 outdoor pools, waterslides
• — located on the famous Nissi Beach, outdoor and indoor pools, several bars and restaurants
• — works on an all-inclusive basis, only 150 m to the sandy beach of Landa Golden, 5 swimming pools, water slides, 8 restaurants, children's club

Anyone who is afraid of the rainy season is not a “bearded” tourist. Experienced travelers know that precipitation at this time falls mainly only in the evening or at night, and during the day you can safely sunbathe and go swimming. And the best part is that the prices for tickets are simply fantastic. Shy people choose proven Turkey or the UAE, while thrifty tourist having a great time in Vietnam, where the water temperature is +27°C and above.

We recommend choosing a hotel in Nha Trang, as there is practically no precipitation here. During the day, the thermometer rises to +32°C. Also take a closer look at the beaches of Mui Ne and Phan Thiet. In Fukuoka you can already swim without fear of jellyfish; in addition, May is considered one of the hottest months here. Those who choose Vietnam will definitely not be disappointed, because they will have a pleasant holiday, a variety of entertainment and rich excursion routes.

Another attractive Mediterranean island for tourists is Malta. Everything here is literally buried in flowers - oleanders, bougainvelia, apple trees, pears, and various citrus trees are blooming. The entire island turns into a lush garden. Here you can fully feel the breath of spring. Despite the very comfortable air temperature, the swimming season in Malta opens a little later, the sea is still cool.

However, Malta is so rich in a variety of attractions and entertainment that you may simply not have time for swimming. Here you will be offered numerous sightseeing tours for every taste, but you yourself should definitely take an exciting trip on the famous red excursion train, the route of which passes through the picturesque surroundings of Rabat and Mdina.

Several times a year, the tourism department holds a very interesting historical parade in the capital's Fort St. Elmo, dedicated to the heyday of the power of the Order of Malta.

Soldiers, dressed in historical uniforms, demonstrate to the audience their ability to handle a musket and arquebus, then orders are announced, the guard is sent out and other historical details of the ordinary life of a medieval garrison, which can be extremely interesting to fans of military history. Well, after an interesting day of sightseeing, you can try your luck in one of the four famous Maltese casinos.

In this fairyland In the Adriatic, Russians are allowed a visa-free regime, which makes travel much easier. When in Russia the long-awaited warmth arrives only at the end of the month, with sea ​​resorts In Montenegro, May is almost a summer month. Although there are rains here, they are quite warm and short-lived. Daytime air temperatures at the beginning of the month reach +24-25°C almost everywhere by noon, and the water warms up to +18-19°C (Kotor, Bar, Tivat, Petrovac, Budva, Podgorica).

Of course, not everyone is at risk of swimming at such temperatures. But there is freedom for fans of sunbathing and bronze tanning. Montenegro is not only beaches, but also stunningly beautiful nature, unique architectural and religious monuments. Participation in organized excursions(quite reasonable prices) will allow you to see the delightful beauty of the Budva Riviera, the Bay of Kotor, etc.

The May Day days here are marked by the “Queen of the Mediterranean” carnival in Budva. The second half of May pleases with summer warmth, when the beach season is already open along the entire coast. Perfectly clear water, coral reefs are a paradise for scuba divers and divers. But it’s worth remembering that in the evening it gets cool here quickly (+12-13°C) even in the very south, in Ulcinj (14°C). Warm sweaters, jackets and sneakers won’t hurt at all. Staying in Montenegro will be the best weekend ever.

The resort life of the Bulgarian Black Sea region cannot be called active, but this does not detract from the advantages of sunny Bulgaria. All establishments on the coast are preparing to receive tourist flows. Divine nature also strives to please guests with the lush flowering of the gardens. The lush green lawns, bright flower beds, gentle sun, clean air, and the aroma of May herbs drive you crazy.

Just look at the Valley of Roses, which turns into a delightful carpet of flowers! The Bulgarian sun pleases with the generosity of rays that warm the air in Sozopol, Burgas, Nessebar and Sunny Beach up to +21-22°С, and on some days – up to +25°С. On Golden Sands, in Varna it is cooler (+19-23°C). You can safely take sunbathing swimwear with you. For now, only walruses will allow themselves to swim (water +15°C). An umbrella won't hurt either - thunderstorms with rain are no exception here.

Cool water does not prevent avid divers in wetsuits from exploring the wonders of the underwater kingdom. Guests of Bulgaria have the opportunity to admire crystal lakes, magnificent mountain ranges, picturesque rocks, and the famous Valley of Roses near Kazanlak. A kaleidoscope of pink buds greets tourists along the entire coast. Local hotels strive to provide guests with hospitality, comfort and budget prices.

The Spanish archipelago of 7 large and 6 small islands of volcanic origin is a resort mecca. Although there is practically no winter here, the swimming and beach season begins everywhere in May. The average monthly air temperature on the islands during the day is +23°С, at night – +17°С, rains – a rare event. The widest beaches with white and black volcanic sand, picturesque nature are a feature of the Canary Islands.

The most popular Tenerife Island welcomes guests with comfortable weather, without strong winds, storms and minimal precipitation. The waters of the Atlantic (+20) are not yet indulged in summer warmth, but short-term swimming is quite possible. Even ardent lovers of swimming and sunbathing will not be disappointed - in addition to sea recreation, they will find exciting entertainment and excursions here.

For example, Tenerife is famous for its many parks (Siam, Loro, Aqualand, Monkey, Jardine Botanico, Ostrich Farm), a visit to which causes a storm of delight among children and adults. Tropical whales swim between the islands of La Gomera and Tenerife, and everyone enjoys watching them. In the middle of the month, an incendiary fireworks display is held in the town of Los Realejos. And at the end of May, Tenerife hosts a grand festival dedicated to the Day of the Canary Islands. Boat trips between the islands (Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura) on yachts and boats are a favorite pastime for vacationers. A stay at any of the resorts is an unforgettable time.

May days for Russians – best time of the year. They will become simply fabulous if you spend them in beautiful Italy. The long Mediterranean coastline with amazing beaches, amazing ancient cities, priceless monuments is a magical land. In the country of the greatest painters, sculptors, singers, a holiday at sea will be rich and interesting.

Under the gentle sun, nature is fragrant with the aromas of blooming citrus fruits, sparkling with the emerald of young foliage and the velvet of herbs. The bright inflorescences of wisteria, bougainvillea, and irises fascinate with their beauty. The air and water are becoming warmer, “urging” guests to change their spring clothes to summer outfits. As daytime sea temperatures rise, the high season begins.

In coastal resorts: Rimini, Ischia, Capri, Sardinia, Sicily, Naples, Venice during the day + 21-23°, at night - + 12-13°. The water warms up to an average of +17-19°. Only the most seasoned will risk swimming, but everyone can sunbathe. Besides major resorts, the Italian coast is rich in small, cozy towns full of charm: Scylla, Tropea, Galliopoli, Otranto, Maratea, etc.

Each of them is usually located in the vicinity large city. You can visit any of these colorful towns for 1 day. May in Italy is a good time for sightseeing trips. And here there is something to see: the Vatican in Rome, the museums of Florence, the city of canals Venice, the trendsetter Milan and much more. Wine tasting and inimitable Italian delicacies will make a pleasant contribution to your stay.

• - located in the resort of Lido di Jesolo, on the seashore. Wellness center with an area of ​​2000 m2, children's club, outdoor swimming pool
• — private Torre Conca beach in the bay (first line), breakfast + lunch + dinner included. Seasonal outdoor pool, bar, children's playground
• - is located coastline, direct access to a private beach, outdoor pool with bar, elegant rooms and gourmet restaurant

Morocco

The best choice for a holiday on the coast North Africa is the most famous Moroccan resort of Agadir. At this time, the air here warms up to +27 degrees, the sea is also warm, which will allow you to enjoy a good beach holiday. By the way, it is in Agadir that the best beach on the entire Atlantic coast of Morocco is located. In addition to sunbathing, you can go surfing here or take a break from the sea by taking a pleasant horse ride. The resort has thalassotherapy centers and excellent golf courses. Also in Agadir begins many excursion routes, and May is the ideal time to travel to the south of the country.

Do you want to find yourself in the atmosphere of hot summer, tropical beauty against the backdrop of the boundless turquoise of the ocean? Then fly to the Maldives. The island state, consisting of 26 attol rings, will greet you with equatorial warmth (+30°-31°), water similar to fresh milk (+26-28°C). The beginning of May is the best time to relax here. The wet season has not yet gained momentum; there are short showers that do not spoil beach leisure. Humidity is not as high as in later periods of the month.

The “bounty” environment is conducive to a relaxing holiday, when you literally merge with the amazingly beautiful nature. Lazy lying on the sand can alternate with active diving, snorkeling and other types of water activities. The underwater world of coral reefs here is truly fantastic. More than 1 thousand dive sites provide the opportunity to explore the bottom for beginners and experienced divers.

In the last ten days, high ocean waves, whipped up by strong winds, give surfers space, and parasailers become more active. Fans of these sports visit Lohifushi, Tari Villand, Haddumati, Addu (Male Attol). The divine sunsets in the Maldives are especially expressive - they amaze the imagination with crazy colors. Fans of fishing get great satisfaction from the caught trophies in the form of swordfish, blue marlin, barracuda and other exotic inhabitants of the Indian Ocean.

May is a good month to visit Tunisia. Firstly, you can relax at sea, and secondly, you can save a lot. At this time of year, the air heats up to +25-27°C, and at night it is also quite warm - up to +21C. But the sea is still relatively cool: at the beginning of the month +17°C, at the end of the month +21°C. Therefore, there is no massive influx of tourists yet, and prices are lower. The beaches are very pleasant - the sand is white, the entrance to the sea is gentle. You can sunbathe, and healthy people can swim.

At the same time, the entire infrastructure is already starting to work seaside resorts. Nightclubs are open, music is played in discos, cafes, shops are open, entertainment centers. You can walk along the beautiful embankments, book yacht trips, or go on excursions. A two-day excursion to the Sahara Desert will be very interesting, visiting attractions along the way.

You'll see places where Star Wars was filmed, look at salt Lake Death, to the Roman amphitheater and to the city of the troglodytes. On May 1, the country celebrates Labor Day. And this month there are two beautiful holidays - the Rose Festival and the Spring Festival. Don't miss the opportunity to visit them. The fairs that take place in the country will also delight you.

• — area 39,000 sq.m., two outdoor and one indoor swimming pool, seawater pool, water park 5 slides
• - area of ​​125,000 sq.m., located 100 meters from Mezraya beach, 3 outdoor pools and a water park
• — area 130,000 sq.m., 4 outdoor swimming pools and a water park

May in Thailand is a very special month. During the day it is already very hot; by noon the thermometer is guaranteed to cross the mark of +30°C, but it can rise to +40°C. Sea water is not refreshing - it is heated to +28-29°C. Therefore, it is better to sunbathe on the beach in the morning and late afternoon, and during the day stay in rooms where air conditioning is installed - in shops, spa salons, restaurants. You also need to take into account that the sea in May is often stormy, and if you see red flags on the beach, you shouldn’t tempt fate. Be aware of undercurrents.

This is also not the best month for diving - there is a lot of plankton in the water, visibility is reduced. But surfing fans will be delighted - they will always find somewhere to surf. Equipment can be rented at very low prices. There's still a bit of rain, and you're guaranteed at least 4-5 hours of sunshine every day, so you'll come home with a good tan. You can take yacht trips, feast on fruit, and take part in local festivals.

It is worth exploring the caves of Mai Kaoe, visiting the orchid farm and the village of sea gypsies. Children will love elephant rides and jungle excursions. On May 5, Thailand celebrates Coronation Day, and the First Furrow Festival is also very interesting, when the king personally takes up the plow and the monks bless him. The Fruit Festival is also interesting. Holiday prices are 40% lower than in high season.

In May, the popularity of the UAE as a tourist destination is lower than in winter. It's getting too hot here and summer is just around the corner. There is practically no rain in May, and the air temperature during the day reaches +37C. There are still a lot of people on the beaches, but only in the early morning hours and when the sun is already sinking to the horizon. The sand is snow-white, the water temperature is +27-28°C - heavenly conditions. But you should be careful, you can easily get burned. Those who ride on a yacht need to be especially careful. The breeze creates a feeling of coolness, but does not reduce solar activity.

Even the local population finds it difficult to endure the hot climate, which is why air conditioning is used everywhere in the cities of the UAE. In hotels and spas, restaurants and shopping centers, public and personal transport. The best option, if you have a driver's license, would be to rent a car and see the sights, only leaving the cool interior for a short time.

Don't forget to bring long sleeves. They will protect from solar radiation and from sudden temperature changes when you enter a room with air conditioning from the street.
In general, in the UAE you can have a good rest, go shopping, and swim to your heart’s content in the sea. Prices are significantly reduced compared to high season.

• – located along pristine beaches Persian Gulf, children's and adult pools, health club with sauna, seafood restaurant and English pub.

In Indonesia, this is the beginning of the high season. The climate in Bali is becoming significantly drier. There may be about 7 rainy days during the month, but the showers will not interfere with your rest - they are short-lived, and after a couple of hours the sun appears in the sky again. The air temperature is within the range of +28-33°C, the water temperature is +26-28°C. So beach holidays for tourists remain the main entertainment. At night on the island it is also very warm +23-25°C, air conditioning may be required. You can surf, dive into warm water with scuba gear and explore the amazing underwater world.

Since the high season begins, all establishments are opening on the island, the purpose of which is to entertain tourists. You will be able to watch local dances, the artists will be dressed in national costumes - this is a real holiday, bright and colorful. There are a lot of Russians living in Bali, so you can book excursions with a Russian-speaking guide. You will see the Bird and Reptile Park, plantations where rice or coffee grow, and beautiful temples. Ubud is an arts and crafts hub, so you'll leave with some great souvenirs.



High season is also starting in Malaysia. The air here remains hot +30-34°C, but there is much less precipitation, and breathing is much easier in a dry climate. The sea water temperature is +26-28°C, even children can swim for a long time. It is only important to remember that solar radiation is especially dangerous for children’s delicate skin; it is better to sunbathe in the morning and evening hours. Malaysia has many natural and architectural attractions, so a rich excursion program awaits you.

You will be able to visit national parks, see their amazing inhabitants, walk along the Sky Bridge, look at temples and mosques, look into beautiful caves. Malaysia has a very special cuisine, and you should not miss the opportunity to get to know it. You will also be impressed by the fact that in some cafes food is served on banana leaves. A holiday in Malaysia will not be cheap, but the vivid impressions that you will take away from here will be worth it.



In Mauritius, May is the “velvet season”. At this time, it is worth coming here for those who cannot stand the heat; it will be a good holiday with children. Surfers will always find waves to ride. And for those who like to shop, the Shopping Festival awaits, when prices for goods are significantly reduced - up to 50%. The air temperature stays within +28-29°C, at night it is pleasantly cool +20-21°C. Sea water is heated to +26°C. Don't forget that the weather in Mauritius changes very quickly. It may suddenly rain briefly during the day, so don't forget your umbrellas. Air humidity is quite high.

Scuba diving gives tourists great pleasure. The underwater world here is rich. And also very beautiful landscapes– grottoes and caves, thickets of corals. There are few tourists in Mauritius at this time, so you can book places in best hotels at reduced prices, and there will always be enough space on the beaches.
Also, May in Mauritius is the time of fashion shows, competitions and various entertainment events.



This country is in the midst of holiday season. Egypt is especially in demand during holidays. The sun, not yet scorching as in summer, fresh greenery, lush flowering flora make a stay here very comfortable. Statistics clearly show that there is a large influx of tourists in May. Therefore, when planning a trip to the “cradle of humanity,” you should book your flights and hotel early. There are practically no last minute deals to Egypt. The resorts of the Red Sea (Hurghada, Sharm El-Sheikh, El Gouna, Soma Bay) delight with warm sea water (+26°C), summer heat (+30-33°C), and hot sand.

The sea is almost always calm, and beach activities are quite varied. Dive centers are open, there is equipment rental, yacht and boat rental. There are night clubs, discos, etc. It is cooler in the Mediterranean resorts (Alexandria, El Alamein, Marina, Mersa Matruh). During the day, the air warms up to +30-31°C, the water temperature reaches +23-24°C. Beautiful white sandy beaches, many ancient prehistoric monuments, and luxury hotels have made Alexandria an elite resort for Europeans.

A rich cultural and entertainment program brings interesting variety to your holiday. The city of El Alamein is famous for its resort infrastructure and entertainment. Luxurious 4 and 5 star hotels, built in circular complexes, are turned into mini-oases with magnificent swimming pools surrounded by palm trees and flowers. Marina is a resort consisting of 3 villages that amazes with its beaches and breathtaking landscapes. No, it’s not for nothing that Egypt is considered the cradle of humanity.




Since the beginning of spring, many have been worried about the question: “Where to go in the summer?” There are many options for a summer vacation, but finding the optimal balance between the cost of food, accommodation and entertainment (with decent service) and the cost of a flight is not an easy task. Moreover, you need to take into account the cost of a visa; this can amount to such a “tidy” sum that a family of ordinary Russians cannot afford it. But it is not all that bad. Good opportunities exist, especially in countries with visa-free regimes. The southern regions of Russia with their beautiful nature and well-functioning infrastructure should not be neglected.

Where to relax in Russia in the summer: top cheapest and most interesting destinations

You don’t have to dream of a foreign vacation; Russia has many great places for a family summer vacation. Resort services are not well developed everywhere, but the list of interesting and promising areas is quite large. Read more about some of them.


Crimea

It is impossible to ignore this truly heavenly place where steppes and tropics meet. Experienced tourists prefer to relax in the summer in Alupka, Simeiz, Miskhor, Foros and Livadia. These are relatively quiet resorts with not very high prices, excellent beaches, amazing parks and many historical sites.





Where to go for active recreation?



1. 
   Fans of mountain hiking, horseback riding and paragliding should go to Yalta, Alushta, Koktebel.


2. 
   Those who prefer quad bike racing should go to Evpatoria, Bakhchisarai, Alushta, Yalta and Sevastopol.


3. 
   Kayaking is developed in Balaklava, and diving in Sudak.


4. 
   In Olenyovka (Cape Tarkhankut) you can admire the rich underwater world.


5. 
   Hot air balloon flights are carried out in Belogorsk and Feodosia.


6. 
   Sailing is most developed in Sevastopol.


7. 
   Mountaineering can be done in Yalta and Simeiz.


8. 
   And it’s more convenient to get acquainted with rock caves if you stop in Yalta, Alushta or Simferopol.



But in Crimea there are also calm, rather secluded places to relax. In the east of the peninsula they can be found in the area of ​​Feodosia, Sudak, Koktebel and Kerch. And on the west coast there are Lyubimovka, Popovka, Okunevka, there are them on Cape Tarkhankut and Khersones. Evpatoria and Feodosia are popular for holidays with children; it is always warm here, the water is well warmed up, sunny, sandy beaches and a developed entertainment infrastructure for children. But in the cheaper Olenyovka, Nikolaevka, Beregovoe and Katsiveli, the beaches are more spacious, although there is little entertainment. The beaches of the South Coast are pebbly, the coast has steep serpentines and slopes with many steps, which is not comfortable for children, there are few sloping places, but there are many attractions and interesting excursions for children and adults, and this attracts tourists.

Getting from Moscow to Crimea is long and inconvenient. A train to Simferopol costs from the capital from 3,600 rubles, and from St. Petersburg - a couple of thousand more (one way). Air travel will cost 6,200 and 8,000-12,700 rubles respectively. By bus - 2500-3500 rubles. Catamarans run from Anapa for 1,500 rubles. A ferry crossing costs 80-150 rubles, and for a car - 1,700 rubles. Parking costs 100 rubles. per day, car rental - from 1,700 rubles. per day. All-inclusive tours with travel from Moscow cost 30 thousand rubles, and from St. Petersburg – one and a half times more expensive.




Meals in a canteen cost 100-200 rubles, in a cafe - 200 rubles, in a restaurant - twice as much, but these prices are average. There are a lot of cheap vegetables and fruits in the markets, for example, a kilogram of grapes costs only 30 rubles.




Average prices in three-star hotels in high season start from 2,500 rubles. per day per person. And by region the cost of housing is as follows:



1. 
   In Feodosia, a private boarding house - 1600 - 2000 (the most expensive 9700), guest houses - from 700 rubles.


2. 
   In Koktebel: guest houses 1000-1400, hotels - 1500 - 3000.


3. 
   In Sudak: guest houses from 700 rubles, and hotels - 1600-3500.


4. 
   In Yalta - 4500-7000 - hotel rooms, guest house - from 2500. The same prices are in Sevastopol.


5. 
   In Evpatoria, the starting price for a hotel room is 1,600, and the average is 5,000 rubles.



In the private sector, an apartment can be found for 2000; at the beginning and end of the season you can save 30-50%. Prices for apartments per month are as follows:





IN resort villages housing prices are 1.5-2 times lower, the environment there is simpler, there are sanatoriums, boarding houses, shops, markets, cafes, and playgrounds.


Resorts of the Krasnodar region

First, about the cost of travel to the resort:



1. 
   Flights: Moscow-Adler - 3000, St. Petersburg-Adler - 7-8 thousand; Moscow-Krasnodar - 3900, St. Petersburg-Krasnodar - 6700, Moscow-Gelendzhik - 6000, St. Petersburg-Gelendzhik - 9000, you can fly to Anapa for 14.8 thousand and 24.8 thousand rubles, respectively.


2. 
   By train: Moscow-Adler - 1500, from St. Petersburg - 2500, Moscow-Anapa - 2800, Moscow-Krasnodar - 2400, St. Petersburg-Krasnodar - 4000, Moscow-Gelendzhik -2500.




Sochi

The main resort and southern Olympic capital is Sochi. There is an extremely developed recreation infrastructure, gorgeous beaches, clean air and beautiful views, many sanatoriums.




The cost of staying at a hotel is 3-4 thousand rubles. per day for two on the first line, if it is further from the sea it is half the price. A guest house can be rented for 350-1500 rubles. per day per person.


Gelendzhik

It has its own modern airport; you can relax in comfort not only in the city itself, but also in its suburbs - Divnomorskoe and Arkhipo-Osipovka. A room in Gelendzhik at the beginning of summer costs 250-350 rubles. per person per day, the apartment costs several times more. At the end of summer, housing prices double.




It is cheaper to rent apartments a quarter of an hour walk from the sea. This is 4 thousand rubles. per day for an apartment with all amenities for a family with children. Nearby there is a network of cafes and inexpensive shops. The most convenient option is houses in the private sector with autonomous water supply and kitchen. This saves families with children from water shortages and food poisoning.




Gelendzhik




Due to the fact that the city is crowded during the high season, the nearby village of Kabardinka is very popular. There the sea and beaches are cleaner, there are fewer people, and housing prices are almost half as low.


Anapa

This is a famous children's resort with pebble and sandy beaches. The shore is well-groomed, with a flat bottom and convenient entrance to the sea. The city is on a plain central beach crowded, by the end of summer it is unsuitable for swimming due to algae. In the center there is large water park with many attractions and an aquarium.




Other beaches are small pebble, with clear water, shallow bottom - these are ideal places for relaxing with kids. Modern hotel complexes have swimming pools, gyms, playgrounds, restaurants with excellent cuisine and animation. But their prices cannot be called budget; they are at the level of the famous resorts in Turkey.




Holidays on the Black Sea




Guest houses are more affordable; even in high season, a house for two in Vityazevo costs 1,000 rubles. per day, and in the center of Anapa - from 1200 rubles. Tours from Moscow with travel and meals will cost 26 thousand for 4 nights, and for a week - from 30 thousand rubles. per person. From St. Petersburg - almost a third more expensive.


Holidays on the Azov Sea

Sea of ​​Azov - great option budget holiday the whole family. Due to its shallow depth, it warms up already at the beginning of summer; the beaches here are covered with small shell rock or sandy.




There are not many resort places, the most deserted places are in Taman - Priazovsky, Ilyich, Chushka Spit, Cape Pekla, the village of Golubitskaya and others.




Sea of ​​Azov



1. 
   A little about each of them:


2. 
   Dolzhanskaya. This is a place with a constant wind on one side of the spit, where a decent wave rises. This attracts surfers and kite enthusiasts.


3. 
   Yeysk is famous for catamarans, jet skis, and yacht clubs. There is excellent fishing here from the sea coast or from a rented boat.


4. 
   Golubnitskaya is a paradise for lovers of paragliding. This is a favorite place for family vacations with shallow seas, a water park, and a dolphinarium. And you can take mud baths in the lake.


5. 
   Dolzhanskaya is known for its saturated air due to the proximity of the pine forest; the sea is clean and deep. Coastal cafes offer an abundance of freshly prepared local fish.


6. 
   Ilyich is a sparsely populated place with a shallow sea.


7. 
   Kuchugury is famous for its mud volcano, lotus valley and lake with cormorants and pelicans.



Holidays on the Azov Sea




Temryuk - solid sulfide mud baths that help with skin diseases, diseases of the spine and vascular system. There are many sanatoriums here.




Renting a house in Ilyich costs 1.5-3 thousand rubles. per day, in Peresyp and Taman - a little cheaper, and in Golubnitskaya - twice as expensive. An apartment in Yeisk will cost up to 2.5 thousand rubles. The cost of a double room with breakfast in Golubnitskaya will be 1600 rubles, in Yeisk - 900-3000 rubles, in Temryuk 2000-3000 rubles.


Holidays on the Curonian Spit on the Baltic

This option is suitable for a family holiday at sea for those who cannot stand the heat. There is an intoxicating pine aroma, numerous sand dunes, clean water with temperatures up to 22 degrees. On Curonian Spit The Lesnoy, Rybachy, and Morskoye resorts are suitable for families with children.




This is a continuous park on a sandy peninsula separating the fresh water Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea. The width of the spit is 0.4-4 km, and the length is almost 100 km; it stretches from Zelenogradsk to the Lithuanian Klaipeda, and is located on the territory of two states. The sand is partially fixed by pine, spruce, birch, mossy and lichen meadows. The park is considered one of the oldest national mini-parks and is visited by several hundred tourists.




Curonian Spit, Baltic




A flight from Moscow to Kaliningrad will cost 3,000 rubles, a flight from St. Petersburg is a little cheaper. IN ancient city you can rent an apartment for two for 1000-1500 rubles. in a day.




Buses run from it to the resort area via Zelenogradsk or Svetlovodsk. A ticket will cost 77 - 151 rubles.


Inexpensive holiday in Karelia

You can relax in Karelia in an interesting, educational and inexpensive way. A flight to Petrozavodsk costs 7,300 rubles. It is cheaper and more convenient to stay with children at a tourist center, where a family room with a kitchen will cost 1.5-4 thousand per day, a double room in a hotel costs 2-3.6 thousand rubles.




From here in the summer you can go on an excursion to Valaam, Solovki or Kizhi. There are a lot of berries and mushrooms in the endless forests at this time. And on numerous mirror lakes and rivers with water warmed to comfortable parameters, many types of water recreation are available. Best swim— in Lake Ladoga.




Reserved nature of Karelia




Active recreation is another opportunity for the region with harsh Finnish nature. This includes river rafting, kayaking along the Ladoga skerries, climbing the sacred Nuorunen Mountain, and extreme sports enthusiasts can enjoy diving in the cold waters of the White Sea.


Where to go abroad

Vacations abroad are not always more expensive than domestic ones. The point here is the long-term tradition of high-quality and varied tourist services in the conditions of fierce competition. You can get much more for the same money while visiting than at home. Indeed, in many regions of the country, the recreation industry is not yet sufficiently developed, and food prices are quite high. So it turns out that it’s cheaper to vacation in Turkey, especially on a last-minute ticket with purely symbolic flight costs. Therefore, summer holidays abroad are not always very expensive. This is especially true for countries with a visa-free regime, and there are many of them; the list of countries where obtaining a visa is simple and inexpensive is also extensive. And there is plenty to choose from when going on summer vacation.


Montenegro

It is permissible for Russians to stay in Montenegro without a visa for up to 90 days, but registration with the police is required. The high season here lasts from May to October. The climate is mild, there is something to see, the beaches are pebbly, concrete or sand and pebbles. This is a great destination for families with children, where:



• 
  fresh air;


• 
  picturesque, luxurious landscapes;


• 
  warm and clean sea with lots of entertainment for children next to it;


• 
  no difficulties with language;


• 
  adaptation of local cuisine to baby food standards;


• 
  friendliness of the residents, especially towards children.



Montenegro




Payments in the country are carried out in euros. A flight from Moscow to Tivat costs up to 14.5 thousand rubles, and to Podgorica - up to 20 thousand rubles. in 3 hours. Summer accommodation in the most prestigious resort of Budva costs up to 20 euros for two per day. Private housing will cost half as much. Summer tours for 3 days - 40.4 thousand rubles, and for 2 weeks - 58 thousand rubles.




A week-long tour from Moscow for two adults and a child costs from 60 thousand rubles, a cheap hotel without meals costs the same.




A more comfortable all-inclusive holiday with a child will cost 120-149 thousand rubles. These prices are valid for Budva and Tivat. In less popular resorts they are a quarter cheaper.



• 
  Nutrition:


• 
  in an inexpensive restaurant you have to pay 300-400 rubles for lunch;


• 
  and in a fast food restaurant - from 200 rubles;


• 
  cup of coffee - 88 rubles;


• 
  bottle of water or Pepsi - 60-103 rubles.


• 
  a full breakfast will cost 2-5 euros;



lunch or dinner - 11-15 euros.


Moreover, the portions are very impressive and filling.

Cyprus




A 90-day Cyprus visa for Russians can be obtained online. The Mediterranean Sea is warm from May to September. The best beaches are in Paphos, Larnaca, Ayia Napa, Protaras and Limassol.



• 
  Holidays here have many advantages:


• 
  most of the island's resorts are suitable for families;


• 
  sandy beaches with a gentle entrance and clear water;


• 
  entertainment is provided for all ages;


• 
  the population welcomes guests kindly;


• 
  You can swim in the sea until the end of October;


• 
  baby food is not a problem;


• 
  The flight lasts only 3 hours.



The most popular resorts:



1. 
   Larnaca. Beaches with sand and small shell rock, the descent is safe, the bottom near the shore is shallow. There is an airport, from which you can quickly get to the hotel. Interesting places include a camel farm, a wax museum, and a large center with children's entertainment.


2. 
   Protaras is a town near Larnaca with sandy beaches and clear water without waves. It is without noise and fuss, with numerous shops, cafes and restaurants. The oceanic aquarium, water park, and dancing fountain show are interesting for children.



Sunny Cyprus




The cost of the flight is 10.5-17.2 thousand rubles, accommodation will cost from 20 to 42 euros per day.





• 
  3-4 star hotel in Paphos - from 80 thousand rubles;


• 
  In Larnaca 4-5 stars - 147 thousand rubles;


• 
  3 stars in Limassol - 68 thousand rubles.



You can have a hearty meal in a restaurant for 25-40 euros for two; in a cafe the prices are much lower. You can eat at McDonald's for 400 rubles, a bottle of water costs 47 rubles, and Coke costs 86 rubles.







Prices for excursions range from 20 to 300 euros; it is worth going on a boat trip or safari.


Türkiye

This is the most popular country for summer holidays with visa-free entry (up to 90 days). A flight from Moscow to Istanbul and back in the summer costs 8.7-10 thousand rubles, the road to Antalya and back - 8 thousand. Hotel accommodation - 13-16 dollars per day, breakfast costs 2-3 dollars, and lunch or dinner - 3-5 $. You can also eat at a street eatery, where they offer delicious and satisfying local dishes at a very affordable price.




Friendly Türkiye




A little about popular resorts:



1. 
   Antalya. There are many sandy and pebble beaches, a wide choice of hotels, but it is a bit noisy for families with children. A tour to a 5-star hotel for a week - 41 thousand, for 10 days - 53 thousand rubles, for 4 stars - 38 and 47 thousand, respectively, and for 3 stars - 34 and 40 thousand. There are water parks, museums, picturesque waterfalls, a dolphinarium, and a zoo.


2. 
   Alanya. A relatively inexpensive resort, tours here will cost 8-10 thousand rubles less. Suitable for families with children, although the airport is about 130 km away, the beaches are very comfortable and the climate is comfortable. There are water parks, caves and waterfalls, an amusement park, marine park and an exhibition of sand figures.


3. 
   Belek. This is the most prestigious resort with a very clean beaches. Tours to a 4-star hotel for 7 or 10 days cost between 33 and 40 thousand rubles, and a higher rank costs 5 thousand more. The airport is nearby, the clean air is filled with the aromas of eucalyptus and pine groves. The resort is suitable for families with children, but it is not the cheapest. There is a water park, a dolphinarium, a zoo, an amusement park, and nearby is the Koprulu Canyon.


4. 
   Side. Suitable for families with children, the hotel areas have extensive sandy beaches and green parks. But beyond them the landscape is sparse. Prices for tours are more affordable than to Antalya; a vacation will cost 5-10 thousand less. Resort town located on the peninsula, Antalya airport is 74 km away. It is worth seeing the Discovery Park, waterfalls, the Green Canyon, and the ancient city.


5. 
   Kemer. More suitable for youth holidays with night parties. Tours cost from 35 thousand to 48 thousand rubles.




Bulgaria

Bulgaria is an affordable seaside holiday with decent service. A visa to the country costs 35 euros. Air tickets to Varna from Moscow cost $125, and from St. Petersburg - a little more expensive, from Novosibirsk - twice as expensive. Bulgarian resorts with sandy beaches, gentle sea and sunny weather very suitable for families with children. You can have a hearty and tasty meal for $30 a day for two.




For a week of economical vacation for two at the country's resorts you need to shell out about $900, including:



• 
  visas - 80;


• 
  food - 210;


• 
  accommodation - 105;


• 
  air travel there and back - 500.



The most economical holiday in Burgas. The round trip costs 13 thousand rubles, for a day in a hotel or apartment you need to pay 20 dollars, breakfast costs 1.5 dollars, lunch costs twice as much. You can have a snack with doner or shawarma for $2. or boiled corn (half the price). You can also save on food by buying food in the supermarket to cook with it yourself.




Alluring Bulgaria


Georgia

Georgia is one of the most inexpensive seaside holiday destinations abroad. An air ticket to Batumi from Moscow costs $130, and from St. Petersburg - $10. more expensive, from Novosibirsk - $200. A night at the hotel will cost $10. You can eat for $30 a day. A week's holiday in Batumi for two costs $800, especially since you don't need a visa to enter the country. In this case, it will cost $520 for travel, $70 for housing, and $210 for food.







The beach area in Batumi is extensive, there are all conditions for families with children, a forest belt approaches the coastal area, where you can hide from the scorching sun.




Another popular resort among tourists is Kobuleti. There is a developed infrastructure with many hotels, cafes, restaurants, and chic clubs.




Soulful Georgia




Tickets to Tbilisi cost from 10 thousand rubles, accommodation in the capital costs $8-25, the road to Batumi takes 5 hours. Summer trips for a week cost from 49 thousand rubles.


Thailand

Visa-free entry into the country for Russians is allowed for 30 days. Phuket, Samui, and Pattaya are very popular. Summer is not considered the best season, but at this time the beaches are sparsely crowded, prices for accommodation and food are almost halved.







At this time there are a lot of cheap, varied fruits, it often rains, but in the sun everything dries out quickly. In summer, it is better to relax on the shores of the Gulf of Thailand, where there is less rain than on the Andaman coast.




Hot Thailand

A flight from Moscow to Bangkok costs 200 dollars, from St. Petersburg - 220, to Phuket - 240 and 265 dollars. The daily cost of hotel accommodation is from $12. A meal for two per day costs from $16. A married couple can vacation at a resort for $1,000 a week. An all-inclusive tour for a week to Pattaya can be found for 72 thousand rubles.







The most expensive food is in Phuket; in Bangkok it is much cheaper - 5-10 dollars per day. On mobile carts, you can buy national food for a dollar.




Holidays with children are acceptable, but it is better to choose tours without full board. It will cost much less, and you can buy food for children or prepare it yourself.


Maldives

Visa to the Maldives for 30 days is free. Beaches island state beyond all praise. You can fly from Moscow to Male for 28-32 thousand rubles, and a flight from there will cost another 100-300 $. Housing costs from 20-30 dollars, vouchers for 3 nights can be bought for 110 thousand rubles, for 11 nights - from 141 thousand rubles.




Meals on vacation cost up to $20 per day. It is best to relax on the island of Maafushi, communication with the capital is by ferry (2 dollars). Housing here is ten dollars cheaper than in the capital, but food is very expensive, because... All products have to be brought in. Lunch for two costs up to $10. The beaches on the island, where there is little vegetation, are free, but still very clean, without protective umbrellas and sun loungers. Such a vacation is completely unacceptable for children, and there is practically no entertainment for them, as well as for adults.




Exotic Maldives


Abkhazia

This cheap country with visa-free entry for up to 90 days. In popular resorts - Gagra, Pitsunda, Sukhumi - holidays are not expensive. There is a beautiful, warm sea, magnificent landscapes and healing air with a pine aroma.







The conditions are favorable for families with children, the food is inexpensive, there is a lot of vegetables and fruits. There is plenty of entertainment and excursions, the nature is Mediterranean.




Inexpensive Abkhazia




You can get to Adler for 4800-5600 rubles, and then 2-3 hours by bus. There are few hotels in the country, but there are many guest houses. Daily expenses for them are up to $20.




Tours can be purchased for 30,300 rubles for 2 weeks or for 19 thousand rubles. for 3 nights.




It’s quite possible to have a budget holiday with the whole family this summer. There are many opportunities at the domestic sea resorts of the Crimea and the Caucasus. You can find a good option abroad. Prices for tours vary, much depends on the type of service chosen and the distance of the accommodation from the sea. Even with an expensive flight, you can afford to relax in a place where food and accommodation are relatively cheap, but also varied with an abundance of vegetables and fruits.

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If you have firmly decided that you do not want to spend your vacation at a popular resort where prices are 10 times higher, then we have for you good news. Forbes magazine talked to experts who talked about the most unusual and little-known places that will give you many new experiences and, perhaps, change your life.

And we are in website supplemented this list and selected not only the most interesting, but also inexpensive destinations where to go this year. You've probably never even heard of many of them.

1. Zanzibar

Based on the name, it seems that this is an island where you can only go on a honeymoon, but it is not as expensive as many people think. This paradise belongs to Tanzania and is surrounded by the warm Indian Ocean. Endless beaches with white sand, turquoise water and beautiful nature - just like in the picture.

How to get there: Most cheap option- fly to Tanzania to Dar es Salaam, and from there on a brand new ferry for only $35 (3 hours). Or on a small plane for $100 (20 minutes).

Housing: Experienced travelers recommend the Surf Escape hotel, where a room costs $40 per night, it is located right on the beach, there is a place for surfing, and a beach area. And incredible sunsets.

Where to go: For adventure seekers - jungle walks, island hopping, diving and surfing. For those who want to relax peacefully, there is a white sand beach.

2. Naples, Italy

Naples is one of the oldest cities on the European continent. It is filled to the brim with cultural monuments: from seaside castles to underground catacombs. This is a real archive of history that captivates and fascinates.

How to get there: Ticket prices to Naples start at $150.

Housing: Hotel prices are usually high, starting from $116 for a “4 star”. But a cozy European-style apartment can be rented for only $35 per day.

Dubrovnik is one of the main resorts on the Adriatic Sea. Included in the UNESCO list as one of the significant monuments of the Renaissance. In the 15th century, the city turned into a rich center of science and art with palaces, squares and cathedrals of incredible beauty. Ancient architecture, clear waters and breathtaking landscapes - this is what the city will remember.

How to get there: The city has an airport where planes fly from all over the world. It is better to get around the city on foot.

Housing: 5 star hotel - $115 per night. Apartments - $20 per night.

Where to go: The medieval fortresses of Lovrijenac and Bokar, the Church of St. Blaise, the Renaissance Sponza Palace, the Gothic Rector's Palace.

4. Tasmania, Australia

If you want to go to a resort, then Tasmania is not for you. There are beaches and lakes where you can swim in the clearest water, but that’s not what people come here for. There are world class hikes here. Tasmania boasts epic landscapes, suspension bridges, forest huts, huge waterfalls, neon night lights and clean air.

How to get there: There are plenty of low-cost local flights to Tasmania, from Sydney, Canberra, Perth or Melbourne. But the best option is to rent a car in a large neighboring city and explore the state on your own.

Housing: Hotels start from $39 per day, hostels - from $31. It will be cheaper to rent apartments - from $15 per day.

5. Cusco, Peru (Cuzco, Peru)

The capital of the Inca Empire, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most unusual cities in the world. There are monuments here ancient civilization, colorful buildings of several cultures, and local residents They wear national costumes and sell clothes made from llama wool.

How to get there: There are flights to the local airport from all over the world. And experienced travelers advise moving around the city only on foot.

Housing: Hostel - $13, hotel - $35, apartment - $24 per day.

6. Istanbul, Turkey

Recently, the exchange rate of the Turkish lira has fallen significantly, which means that traveling to Istanbul has become much cheaper. Istanbul is home to one of the oldest markets in the world, ancient palaces, museums and much more.

How to get there: Today this is one of the cheapest destinations. The city itself is best explored on foot or by bike.

Housing: Hostels - $14, hotels - $18, apartments - from $18 per night.

7. Karpathos, Greece

The Greek island of Karpathos is where sun, sand, history and low prices combine. Here you can see the ancient ruins of Agia Anastasia or visit the National Archaeological Museum. In addition to relaxing on the beach, you can engage in active sports: fishing, windsurfing, snorkeling, diving and sailing.

How to get there: Greece is one of the best value destinations this year, so finding cheap flights to the local airport won't be difficult. It's worth walking around the city.

Housing: Experienced travelers prefer to rent studio apartments, prices for which start from $50. There are also many budget 5-star hotels up to $100 per day.

Where to go: To one of the beaches (Chicken Bay, Apella, Kato Lako, Lefkos, Achata), tours.

8. Jeju Island, Korea

Forest covered temples, blue mineral water and many unusual dishes. Jeju Island is not the most famous part of Korea, but the prices here are more than affordable for any traveler.

How to get around: The island is best explored by car, but there are also fast and convenient bus routes.

Housing: Hostel or hotel starts at $27 per night. Asian-style apartments can be found from $20 per night.

9. Montenegro

Travelers who decide to come to Montenegro will be greeted by massive mountains, ancient Roman villas, clear waters and incredible scenery. In addition, there are gorgeous Adriatic beaches in Budva, Becici and on the island of Sveti Stefan. As well as the famous spa resorts of the Bay of Kotor.

How to get around: Most towns are so tiny that you can explore them on foot. There are convenient buses and trains between the cities.

Housing: Hostels - $13, hotels - $60 per night. Apartment by the sea - from $35.

10. Mostar, Bosnia (Mostar, Bosnia)

Mostar is an ancient city and an untouched part of the Ottoman Empire. The place is unique in that two different cultures (Europe and Asia), two religions (Muslim and Christianity) coexist here, and they are connected by a medieval arched bridge (Star Most), the history of which is as unique as the city.

How to get around: It is better to get around the city on foot or rent a bicycle.

Housing: Hostel - $19, hotel - $25. And good apartments can be rented for only $16 per day.

For those heading to Bali but looking for a truly epic trip, the Komodo Islands have been named one of the new 7 Wonders of Nature. Komodo is home to the famous Komodo dragon. To see them, you need to take a boat that will take you to a tricolor island with a wild beach and incredible scenery.

How to get there: You can get to Komodo from Bali by boat for $40.

Housing: Hotels in Bali are cheap, and a double room will cost $9–25.

Where else to go: Ancient ruins of Mount Kawi, Jatiluwih rice terraces, Ubud monkey forest, Sekumpul waterfalls, Tirta Ganga water palaces, Gunung Kawi tombs.

12. Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is small state, which will give you a great experience and won’t require a lot of money. There is delicious food, the rocks of Sigiriya, surfing in Arugam Bay, climbing to the top of Adam's Peak.




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