Where is the best place to travel abroad? The most inexpensive countries in Europe. Which resort to choose

The desire to see the sea, swim among its waves, lie lazily on the beach appears in everyone with the approach of summer. Where to relax in the summer at sea abroad, how to make the right choice from the countless offers of modern tourism will help our article. We will tell you where you can have a chic summer vacation, how much it will cost in popular resorts, and what advantages this or that direction has.

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Remembering Africa, mountains of yellow sand, camels, terrible heat appear. But, having found small Tunisia in the northern part of the continent, you understand that this is not entirely true. The Mediterranean Sea helped create several wonderful resort areas in Africa: Hammamet, Monastir, Djerba, Sousse. Tunisia is one of the most ancient resorts in the world.

The Phoenicians, Egyptians, rich representatives of the Roman Empire rested in these places with beautiful nature, good climate. The coast has many green areas, and the Sahara desert is inland. The cool sea breeze helps to transfer the summer heat. Now 1200 km of excellent beach areas have been developed here, a large number of modern hotels, entertainment, sports, balneological centers (based on open thermal springs) and other elements of convenient infrastructure have been built.

The swimming season starts in May and lasts until the beginning of November. In cooler times, you can take part in exotic trips across the Sahara, visiting the cave city of Matmata (with the exotic dwelling of the last Berbers). Plunge into the atmosphere of the holy Muslim city of Kairouan (the fourth largest Muslim city in the world, comparable to Mecca). Or listen to amazing legends about giant snakes that still live today.

Real summer here begins at the end of April. A sea of ​​flowers, greenery, an air temperature of about 30 and several months of heavenly warmth, gentle sea. People go to Cyprus most often in search of the cleanest beaches, cozy hotels with excellent service, delicious Mediterranean cuisine, entertainment, and fun. The resorts of Cyprus (Paphos, Limassol, Larnaca, Protars, Paphos, etc.) provide excellent vacation opportunities for people of all ages.

These are windsurfing, fishing, dolphinariums, water parks, octopus hunting, night discos, etc. You can always choose a sandy, pebbly or mixed type of coastal strip coverage. Around the perimeter of the island there are beaches marked with the Blue Flag. Along with marine entertainment, recreational activities, you can make interesting excursions into the mysterious past of the life of Cyprus. For example, in the city of Paphos, you can walk along the legendary streets of the goddess of love Aphrodite or the places where the voice of the famous orator of antiquity, Cicero, was heard.

Summer holidays in Greece are among the most popular destinations for tourists. Numerous resorts (Kos, Crete, Santorini, Corfu, Paphos, Rhodes, etc.) offer great opportunities for active entertainment on the water, hiking, cycling through the beautiful surroundings, participating in excursion trips to the historical places of the ancient country.

This is life in a continuous celebration of the sun, the purest sea, various festivals, musical concerts. The summer season starts in May and ends in November. The water of the Mediterranean Sea can be cold in spring, but it is fun to swim in it even in early November. An amazing summer vacation can be organized on the islands of the Aegean Sea belonging to Greece (Cyclades, Northern and Southern Sporades, Euboea, Lesvos).

Mountains with picturesque cliffs, valleys, large and small islands, bays, straits provide a choice for lovers of active pastime. You can climb the famous Mount Olympus, Parnassus, Pindus. Listen to the eternal legends about the life of the famous gods, learn about the ancient traditions of the country of the Hellenes. Get acquainted with the history of the country that gave the world the Olympic Games, theater, wonders of the world, ancient monuments.

Those who like to relax on the sea coasts, surrounded by a majestic forest (seemingly black), choose Montenegro. In a country recognized as a nature reserve with beautiful pristine nature. An unusual combination of the aroma of coniferous plants, the marine atmosphere of the Adriatic Sea create excellent conditions for healing.

Almost 120 beaches covered with sand, pebbles, stones (for every taste), equipped with elements of convenient and modern infrastructure, captured the entire coast, creating conditions for numerous resorts in a place called the "pearl of the Adriatic". The beach season here lasts from May to October. The most popular cities among tourists are Kotor, Bar, Petroveyts, San Stefano, Herceg Novi, Budva, Ulcinj.

Each of them has its own characteristics: some of them are quiet, recommended for a quiet family holiday in the summer. Others are fun, noisy, there are many bars, nightclubs, incendiary discos. There are no problems with choosing a place to stay in any resort.

Bulgaria has always been popular. Golden Sands and Sunny Beach were desirable recreation areas back in Soviet times. Since then, there have been preserved (restored, equipped with new types of treatment rooms) sanatoriums, balneological health resorts, hotels. Budget holidays are available even at the peak of the summer season.

It starts here in May and lasts until the end of September. During this period, you can enjoy the unusually clear sea, sparkling blue in the rays of the bright sun, the golden sand of the coastal strip. The mild climate, the absence of destructive storms, beautiful vegetation, create numerous opportunities for a full and safe vacation for people of any age.

Cozy cafes, fragrant confectioneries, restaurants offer healthy, tasty food at budget prices. Medical resorts in Bulgaria are especially popular. A large number of various mineral waters have been discovered on its territory (almost all of them that exist in nature and have been used for treatment for over 1000 years). It is proposed to take part in interesting excursions to historical places, for example, to visit Nessebar.

No one will refuse to relax in the "most beach country in the world", with over 600 wonderful coastal areas. To choose the right place, you need to remember that each region of Spain has its own climate: in the northern regions, mild, rainy weather. The center of Spain is hot and dry (it is recommended to go here in late spring or autumn).

The southern regions are in a moderately hot, Mediterranean climate. There is everything here: gentle sea, ocean waves, diving, surfing, sea travel, entertainment in nightclubs, discos, interesting excursions, various shopping. From the numerous proposals, you can choose Ibiza (the club capital of the world), hot Andalusia, where you can swim in the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.

Enjoy time in bohemian Mallorca or among the elite resorts of Tenerife. Costa del Sol, Costa Dorada, Costa Blanca, Costa Brava, San Sebastian and other interesting areas. And also the famous beaches in the Canary Islands and excursions to man-made and natural attractions.

There is no unequivocal answer to the question "which resort in Italy to choose." Its mainland is washed by five seas. They have numerous resorts. And dozens of islands that store the natural and man-made wealth of the country and have elite beach areas, for example, Sicily, Capri, Ischia, Elba, Sardinia.

The cities of the Ionian, Ligurian, Adriatic, Tyrrhenian seas have long become a tourist treasure of the country. The best time for a summer trip to Italy is the period from April to October. At other times, it can rain here. On your first trip, it is recommended to choose Rimini (as it has been known since the 19th century). The summer entertainment center on the Adriatic coast has the best infrastructure with affordable prices.

Many sightseeing tours start from here. The "Adriatic Riviera" includes the popular Riccione, Cattolica, Cervia, Rimini, Bellaria, Milano Marittima, Gabbice Mare. Fans of exotic travel are invited to go to Calabria and swim in two seas at once: the Tyrrhenian and Ionian, lie down on the famous "Coast of the Gods", the golden sand of "Campo Vatticano", included in the list of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

There is a clear sea, extended recreation areas, beautiful nature, mild climate. In one of the most environmentally friendly European countries, optimal conditions have been formed for health improvement, beach pastime, water activities (diving, surfing, yachting, water skiing competitions). Numerous sightseeing trips to interesting places are offered.

This is the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, the medieval city of Dubrovnik, Zadar with its ancient fortress walls, Istria, Dalmatia. The best beaches in Croatia are located on the island of Bar. Walking on them is necessary in special slippers. There are many sea urchins on the shore. Popular resorts include Split and Dubrovnik. It is recommended to come here from May to October. Interestingly, majestic pine trees grow on the sand of the coastal strips. Tourists use their shade to protect from excess sun.

Abkhazia has long been considered a popular holiday destination. The familiar names of Sukhumi, Gagra, Pitsunda caused a primary desire to come here as soon as possible in the summer. You can do it even now. The Black Sea, the mountains of the Caucasus Range, the smell of relict pines, meadow grasses, huge thickets of tangerine, lemon and other trees form a special healing atmosphere here.

The season in Abkhazia starts from the middle of May and lasts until the end of October. In a small country, many modern complexes have been created for guests to stay (the old ones have also been preserved). Their infrastructure is small towns on the seashore with all the necessary elements. Among them are swimming pools, playgrounds, swimming schools.

Specialists from the team of children's animators are constantly working. SPA salons, rooms with wellness procedures are open. Together with a guide, you can go to the interesting places of New Athos, visit the Sukhumi nature reserve, touch the cones of relic pines, lie on the beaches of cozy bays, see the lakes Ritsa, Mzy, Goluboe. Take a ride on the cable car to the castle of the Prince of Oldenburg, admire the view from the observation deck of Mount Mamzykhsha.

Until now, a small country for many is a mysterious world that created the eternal history of Christianity. Modern achievements in various branches of science and technology have given it the magical power of versatile possibilities in the life of mankind. The healing effects of natural wealth, together with medical advances, call thousands of people for treatment, relaxation and, of course, for traveling around this small but famous piece of land.

Beach holidays in Israel are recommended from March to May and from September to November. At this time, there is no intense heat. Throughout the year (even in winter), the swimming season is open in the resorts of Eilat. From the numerous proposals you can choose the famous Dead Sea, heavenly places on the Red Sea, Lake Kinneret. Healing water, Dead Sea mud helps in the treatment of many diseases. In the Ein Gedi Reserve, you can not only lie down on a gorgeous beach, but also take a healing shower in a stream of sulphurous water.

The conditions of modern tourism have opened up new opportunities for exploring many interesting places on our planet. Among them is the prosperous country of the Middle East, Jordan. Its ancient mysterious life, architectural monuments attracted huge flows of pilgrims and tourists. Here you can plunge into a mysterious, unknown world with a centuries-old history: climb Mount Nebo, visit the place of Christ's baptism and other zones of biblical events, plunge into the waters of the sacred Jordan River.

There are many beach resorts. They are located on the coasts of the Dead, Red Seas, next to hot springs. There are about 100 clinics on the territory with modern medical equipment, unique SPA centers, procedures based on the use of medicinal water, mud, extracts of medicinal herbs.

One of the most famous resorts is the complex of thalasso and balneotherapy in Aqaba. People come here with problems of the skin, bones, joints. Luxurious hotels with swimming pools and restaurants have been built for living. During interesting excursions, it is proposed to visit the ancient cities of Petra, Jerash, Madaba, Gadara, Main with unique hot springs. See the Caliph palaces, medieval baths, take part in diving in Aqaba.

Almost in the center of the Mediterranean Sea is the Maltese archipelago. It consists of three islands: Comino, Gozo and the largest Malta. The cozy bays of the Mediterranean Sea have formed unique recreation areas on the archipelago, known since ancient times. There are many beaches on the island, but many of them are rocky.

The modern infrastructure of hotels includes (as compensation for minor inconveniences) swimming pools and original artificial reservoirs carved into the rocks. The best sandy beach is the coastal zone of Golden Bay. It is located in the popular city of Bugibba. There are also numerous entertainment areas.

The cities are small. Many of them are filled with extraordinary silence, ancient thoughtfulness (Mdina). It is proposed to choose a resort in the towns of Valletta, Slim, Meliha, St. Julias, Chirkeva and Martha, Paceville. Their infrastructure allows you to qualitatively restore health in SPA centers. Summer lasts a long time and comes at the end of March.

Thailand has become a popular destination for lovers of the exotic, impressions from the heavenly places of the planet. Despite the fact that the Kingdom of Thailand is located in the tropical monsoon climate zone, you can come here at any time of the year. Phuket, Pattaya, Samui, Bangkok are especially popular. They are distinguished by the rhythm of life, unique color.

Beach holidays (active, lazy) take place on the coasts of the Gulf of Thailand (South China Sea) and the Andaman Sea. Thailand owns many islands. Among them are the famous Phuket (the pearl of the country), Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Tao. A quiet, relaxing holiday can be arranged on the island of Muk.

Plunge into the wild life without the conditions of modern luxury gives the island of Ngai. You can have fun under the rays of the moon on Koh Phangan. Thailand has a huge number of interesting sights. You can see them together with experienced guides who will tell you about ancient traditions, show you a floating village, Wat Chai Tararam temple, where the remains of the Buddha are kept, his solid gold statue.

In the main resorts of the southern part of the country, Mui Ne, Saigon, Phan Thiet, real summer begins in December and lasts until April. A beach holiday begins surrounded by very beautiful nature. You can come to different parts of Vietnam at any time of the year and enjoy. The northern regions (Hanoi, Sapa, Ha Long) are best chosen from May to October.

Popular resorts in the central regions of the coast are Hoi An, Da Nang. Sunny, warm paradise can be found anywhere in Vietnam. The rich underwater world of the South China Sea is enjoyed by diving enthusiasts. Of particular interest is Phu Quoc in the Gulf of Thailand. It has the most beautiful, comfortable beaches in Vietnam.

On a long coastal strip there are places for a secluded vacation and a large number of areas with cafes, restaurants, modern beach infrastructure, located near the water. The island is famous for its luxurious nature. Through the tropical forests, interesting hiking trails are laid in the mountains. And here are two amazing factories (American and Japanese) for growing pearls. You can see the whole process and visit the local museum.

Ticket price - from 13 574 rubles.

One day cost

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

Things to do

• Go to an organ concert in the cathedral and meditate on the eternal at the tomb of Immanuel Kant.
• Visit the Fish Village, board the submarine B-413, and then go to 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 drive from the city are the castles of the Teutonic Order - Insterburg and Schaaken.
• Take a walk along one of the hiking trails of the Curonian Spit, a natural wonder included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Marvel at the dunes and intricately curved trees of the Dancing Forest.

Russia, Karelia

The cost of tickets to Petrozavodsk - from 18,872 rubles.
When to go: May to September.

One day cost

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 1,000 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,200 rubles.
• Food. Gate (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 hefty salmon while fishing on Lake Onega. If the extreme does not appeal, go to the Kivach waterfall - this is the highest flat waterfall in Europe.
• It is impossible to visit Karelia and not visit 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 just an axe. After the construction, the master threw the ax into the lake so that no one could repeat his masterpiece.
• Ruskeala mountain park is located not far from the border with Finland. Where marble used to be mined in an industrial quarry, there is now a lake with marble shores and underwater grottoes. On the way to Ruskeala, take a look at the Tokhminsky waterfalls.

Georgia

The cost of tickets to Tbilisi - from 22,332 rubles.
Entry mode - visa-free. When to go: from May to July or in September-October.

One day cost

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 361 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 902 rubles.
• Food. Khachapuri - 135 rubles, a serving of 10 khinkali with beef - 180 rubles, pork shashlik - 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 up 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. Of the interesting - the ancient city of Mtskheta, the mountains and waterfalls of Svaneti, the Georgian Military Highway 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 seaside region of Georgia.

Poland, Krakow

The cost of tickets to Krakow - from 34,104 rubles.
Entry mode: Schengen visa required. When to go: during Catholic Christmas or from May to September.

One day cost

• 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 salt mines in Velichka - 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. This is the former capital of the state and the place of coronation of Polish monarchs.
• Wander around the Old Town and the Market Square in Krakow, visit the architectural complex on the Wawel Hill - here is the royal castle, and the ancient Cathedral of St. 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 enjoy the atmosphere, you will rise to the surface in a special miner's cabin.

Montenegro

The cost of tickets to Tivat is from 28,370 rubles.
Entry mode - visa-free. When to go: May to November.

One day cost

• 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 the Durmitor park - 419 rubles.

Things to do

• For natural beauties, go to the Durmitor National Park. 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 highest points in Montenegro - Mount Bobotov Kuk (2,523 meters).
• Connoisseurs of medieval architecture have a direct road to the historical part of Budva, built back in the days of the Venetian Republic. Then go to the Orthodox monastery Ostrog, carved into a sheer rock 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

The cost of tickets to Ho Chi Minh City is from 43,922 rubles.
Entry mode: for a trip of 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, in Mui Ne - from December to June, to Hoi An - from January to August.

One day cost

• 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 liters.
• Entertainment. Excursion to the tunnels of Kuti - from 2,257 rubles for two, two tickets to the Vinpearl park - about 3,900 rubles.

Things to do

• Want to see the bay created by the dragon? Long ago, he crawled towards the sea and left behind him valleys filled with water. Of course, this is a legend. But Halong Bay is the most beautiful postcard view of Vietnam.
• From Ho Chi Minh City take a tour of the Kuchi Tunnels. They were dug up by guerrillas during the Vietnam War to deliver surprise strikes against American troops. Now underground passages with a total length of up to 200 kilometers have become a popular tourist attraction.
• It would be strange to come to Vietnam solely for the sake of studying the cultural heritage of this country. Beach holidays - that's what attracts tourists. Behind him is to go to Nha Trang, Mui Ne or Hoi An.
• In Nha Trang, be sure to set aside a day to visit the Vinpearl amusement park. There is a cable car with a length of more than three kilometers. Vinpearl is a paradise for a budget tourist: for a very modest amount, you can ride the rides all day, see dolphin shows and go to the only fresh water water park on the coast. Of the attractions, we especially recommend electric sledges: the cart rushes along a winding track, and you regulate the speed of movement yourself.

Sri Lanka

The cost of tickets to Colombo - from 54,034 rubles.
Entry mode: you can issue an electronic visa permit. When to go: December to April.

One day cost

• Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 673 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,263 rubles.
• Food. A portion of rice with curry - from 75 rubles, pancakes with banana and chocolate - from 90 rubles.
• Entertainment. Sightseeing tour of Colombo - from 3,095 rubles for two, two tickets to an 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. Here are the largest and most important Buddhist temples and monasteries.
• Connoisseurs of good tea should go to the town of Nuwara Eliya. See how the tea bushes cover the hills with a dense carpet and shimmer like an 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.
• The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is, without any exaggeration, a unique place. Here they educate and teach mind-reason elephants, for one reason or another, left without parents. You can even watch the elephants bathe and eat.

Tunisia

The cost of tickets to Tunisia - from 33,201 rubles.
Entry mode: for a trip of less than 90 days, a visa is not required. When to go: March to June or September to October.

One day cost

• Housing. A double room in a hotel - from 2,099 rubles, an apartment 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 the 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 - the old city, where narrow streets intertwine into a labyrinth surrounded by a stone wall.
• The ruins of Carthage, once the largest city on the western coast of the Mediterranean Sea, are deservedly popular with tourists. Carthage was founded around 814 BC. The amphitheater, aqueduct and baths of Anthony Pius remained from the former luxury.
• Go on an excursion to the Sahara - after all, not every day you get a chance to see the 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

The cost of tickets to Casablanca - from 31,692 rubles.
Entry mode: for a trip of less than 90 days, a visa is not required. When to go: May to October.

One day cost

• Housing. A room in a guest house - from 1,400 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,959 rubles.
• Food. A casserole with eggplant 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

• Step into Casablanca's Rick's Bar, which recreates the atmosphere of Michael Curtis' cult film. Feel like Humphrey Bogart and order a bourbon.
• For lovers of beach holidays, the road 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 swim enough, you can go to the Sahara - there are such excursions not only in Tunisia.
• Who said that Africa is not for ski lovers? In winter, the weather in the Atlas Mountains is good for skiing. You can slide down the snowy slope in the morning and swim in the warm ocean in the evening.
• If you have an enviable willpower and you are not led by the sweet speeches of talkative sellers, go for souvenirs at the local bazaar. Bargain with might and main, here this process is almost more important than the very fact of the purchase.

USA, New York

Ticket price - from 40 830 rubles.
Entry Mode: Visa required. When to go: March to October.

One day cost

Food and lodging in New York are not cheap. But tickets from Moscow are inexpensive for such a long flight, and on the spot you can make a very budgetary recreation program.

• Housing. A double room in a hotel - from 3,816 rubles, an apartment 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 - about 2,000 rubles, a visit to the Statue of Liberty - about 2,100 rubles for two.

Things to do

• Mandatory program in New York: Broadway and Fifth Avenue, the Statue of Liberty, Times Square and Central Park.
• Of 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, you can not ignore the New York Museum of Modern Art, which contains works by Matisse, Van Gogh, Picasso and Dali. By the way, on Fridays from 16:00 to 20:00 admission is free if you are not afraid of long lines.
• Entertainment in New York is for every taste: a concert at the Metropolitan Opera, NBA or NHL matches. Are we 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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A selection of countries and cities where in July 2020 you can fly inexpensively to rest abroad on a package tour or on your own. Rest by the sea and in the cities of Europe.

Cheap sea tours: where to fly in July 2020?

Below we list the destinations with the most attractive prices for tours. Book them in advance or wait for the appearance (here it’s up to you), it’s up to you. Our job is to inform about the availability of good options.

Tour prices are current at the time of publication. Prices change in real time. We found a tour at a low price - do not delay the purchase so as not to miss a good option. In the examples below we consider tours for two people when departing from Moscow(tours from other cities usually cost more).

Türkiye → from 13500 rubles/person

Bulgaria → from 14500 rubles/person

The resorts of Bulgaria are also one of the most inexpensive options where you can go to the sea abroad in July 2020. The country is among the most, and tours there are inexpensive. In total, tours for a week cost from 29,000 rubles, from 40 thousand - for 11 nights, from 46 thousand - for 14 nights. An all inclusive holiday costs only a little more - 5-10 thousand rubles.

If you are a regular reader of independent and budget travel, then you know that from time to time incredibly cheap flights appear for Bulgaria (for example, one way) and even tour packages with accommodation and meals (for example, for two people!). So don't forget to follow our news.

Tunisia → from 18600 rubles/person

Cyprus → from 18800 rubles/person

Cyprus is not only one of the most popular foreign destinations that Russians choose to go on vacation at sea, but also one of the most budgetary. Vouchers to the island are very cheap: for a week - from 37,600 rubles, for 11 nights - from 50,500 rubles, for 14 - from 62,500 rubles. You can have a cheap rest in Limassol, Paphos, Larnaca and other resorts of Cyprus. It is very convenient that it is simply and quickly issued via the Internet.

Greece → from 21500 RUB/person

It is inexpensive to relax at sea on many. As of July 2020, at a price of 42,000 rubles, weekly tours to the islands of Crete, Kos and others are easily found. From 52500 rub. there are tours for 11 nights, from 57,000 rubles. - for 14 nights. All-inclusive holidays are not so developed in Greece, so such tours cost about 15-20 thousand more.

Italy → 21500 RUB/person

You can also go inexpensively to relax on the sea abroad. As of July 2020, you can find weekly tours from just 43,000 rubles. Vouchers for 11 days - from 54,800 rubles, for 14 nights - from 62,500 rubles. The cheapest tours offer holidays on the popular. Rest in the "all inclusive" mode increases the price of the tour by about 17-20 thousand rubles.

Bali → 50000 RUB/person

Unfortunately, tours and air tickets are not cheap. All the fault - a long and therefore expensive flight. However, accommodation itself, food and entertainment on this Indonesian island are worth it, so it is more profitable to fly to Bali for a long time: 10-14 days or more. Tours for 7 nights cost from 100 thousand rubles, for 11 nights - from 109 thousand, for 14 nights - from 114 thousand.

Dominican Republic → 60000 RUB/person

Price calendar for tours

Cheap flights abroad: where to fly in July 2020?

For those who prefer to travel on their own, we have compiled a list of cities where you can fly cheaply in the middle of summer.

How to find an inexpensive hotel? You can book inexpensive accommodation on your own on the popular Rumguru service.

Below we give examples of tickets with a minimum price for this direction. Most often these are flights with transfers. Air tickets for direct flights are somewhat more expensive. We are considering flights from Moscow, the cost is for a round trip flight per person.

An extensive selection of places where you can cheaply go to rest in the summer of 2019 at sea thanks to low prices for tours and air tickets. Budget - up to 30,000 rubles per person.

Prices in the article are indicated in rubles for tours for two people for 7-14 nights with departure from Moscow(for tickets - for a round-trip flight with a departure from Moscow, including all fees) and are current at the time of publication.

Holidays in the summer by the sea. Tours & Tickets

Cheap sea tours in the summer of 2019

It is very inexpensive to go to the Black Sea in summer: in June 2019, tours to the resorts of the Russian south cost only 21 thousand rubles for two for 7 nights, from 38 thousand for 11 nights and from 43 thousand for 14 nights. In July, the cost of vouchers increases by 5-7 thousand rubles, in August - by 3-4 thousand. The choice of resorts is huge: this is the Crimea (Balaklava, Yalta, Olenevka, Saki, Kerch, Alushta), and the cities of the Krasnodar Territory (Anapa, etc.).

Cheap tickets to the sea

Flying in the summer season to the Russian resorts of the Black Sea (according to the situation at the moment) is somewhat cheaper than to Europe. The picture will change closer to the summer - there will be last-minute cheap charters for a number of European resorts. Well, for now...

The cheapest tickets to Crimea in summer can be found in June 2019 - from 5800 rubles. As for tickets to Adler (Sochi) for the summer of 2019, then prices start from 5500 rubles for flights in June, from 7000 rubles for flights in July and from 7600 in August.

Flights to Anapa And Krasnodar in summer they cost from 4000 and 6000 rubles. From Krasnodar it is easy to get to any resort on the Black Sea coast by bus or train.

There is a rocky bottom in Lazarevsky, so the water is transparent to a great depth on calm days (Photo © booking.com / Apartments on Odoevskogo, 87)

Where is the cheapest place to fly to the sea in summer?

Below we provide a list of destinations where you can go inexpensively in the summer of 2019 to the sea - within 30000 rubles per person. We indicate the cost of tours for two people when departing from Moscow (vouchers from other cities are usually more expensive).

Abkhazia: from 10,500 rubles per person

Bulgaria: from 12,500 rubles per person

Türkiye: from 10200 rubles per person

Greece: from 11,500 rubles per person

Montenegro: from 14,000 rubles per person

Italy: from 16,500 rubles per person

Cyprus: from 20,500 rubles per person

Cyprus is a great place to go on vacation at sea in the summer: flights are quite cheap, accommodation, food and entertainment are also not too expensive, the visa issue is resolved very simply online. Read .

Tunisia: from 17,500 rubles per person

Spain: from 13,500 rubles per person

Another great place where you can fly inexpensively to relax on the sea this summer is sunny Spain. The cheapest vouchers are for June 2019: from 27 thousand rubles for two for a week, from 37 thousand for 11 nights and from 51 thousand for 14 nights. In July and August, rest is usually more expensive. Find out more

After a year of hard work, everyone needs a break. To have a good rest, you just need to radically change the environment around. Someone thinks that you can have a great vacation at home, in its southern resorts. But will it be a radical change of scenery? In addition, today domestic resorts can compete with many well-known European resorts in terms of prices, but the level of service and the development of tourist infrastructure (accessibility of attractions, quality of roads and entertainment) are, alas, not always up to par.

Not all of Europe is “covered” by the Schengen agreements, which means that a visa is not needed everywhere. In addition, the most sophisticated European tourists are increasingly choosing "untrodden paths", tired of the bustle and stiffness of all sorts of Nice, Barcelona, ​​Boleares and the Alps.

Let's try to figure out in which country you can relax well, see something unique, have a tasty meal and save the family budget from "default".

Outside the Schengen area

Six European countries are available to Russians without any visa costs. Almost all of them offer excellent rest, warm sun, many interesting places and budget accommodation. These countries need tourists, so you can confidently count on a friendly attitude, comfort and a carefree stay. With some reservations, of course, but these reservations are insignificant. Let's just start alphabetically. So…

1. Albania

Once the most closed country in Europe for everyone, today it is open and attractive for tourists. In order to dissolve any prejudice, it is worth noting that, due to its closeness for a good half of the 20th century, ancient monuments have been perfectly preserved in the country, which you cannot find in Greece today. But not all at once!

You can stay in the country without a visa for up to 30 days (more than enough for a vacation), the country is waiting for visa-free travelers all three summer months and two more autumn months - this is still good weather, the rest of the year no one comes here anyway, it’s dank and damp .

An important condition: you must have a return ticket, otherwise, capricious Albanian border guards can send you back to your homeland.

Road

Uncomfortable. There are no direct flights, you will have to fly with a transfer. Cheaper - through Greece. The more time between connecting flights, the cheaper the ticket. Get ready to pay around 250 euros for a return ticket.

Hotel

The cost of staying in a hotel on the shores of the Ionian Sea rarely exceeds 30 euros per night. A week in such a hotel costs no more than 160-180 euros.

What to see?

In addition to swimming and beach holidays, in Albania you just need to see:

• Tirana is the capital, where you need to see the Pyramid (the former mausoleum of the dictator Khoja), now there is the Mumiya club, where everyone dances and has fun, the central square with the statue of Skanderbeg, the Efem Bey mosque;
• Durres is a city on the seashore with a Greek amphitheater, an ancient Roman highway, a Venetian tower, numerous bunkers, and a panoramic restaurant. Road - train from Tirana (1 hour on the road, ticket - 1 euro);
• Pogradec is a town on the shores of Lake Orchid, not far from the border with Macedonia. Here you can see the ancient basilicas, the tombs of the Illyrian kings, try the famous orchid trout in a local restaurant. You can get there by minibus for 4.5 euros. Lunch in a cafe - 2-3 euros.

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Do not count on the European level. The roads are bad, transport without air conditioning. Stock up on a phrase book, preferably Russian-Italian. They don’t speak Russian here, but they didn’t hear about English at all.

Budget. Weekly vacation in a hotel by the sea - 300 euros with meals for two, plus airfare - 500. We get - 800 euros for a week for two (400 euros per person). Throw another about 50 euros on local transport and sightseeing.

2. Bosnia and Herzegovina

A quiet and peaceful country, part of Yugoslavia, with a predominantly Slavic, but Muslim population. You can stay up to 30 days a year without a visa. A return ticket is required upon entry.

Road

Air ticket to Sarajevo (the capital) with a transfer in Belgrade and back - from 150 euros. In summer and early autumn, ticket prices can rise up to 200 euros.

Hotel

The average cost of a standard double room in a *** hotel is from 30 to 50 euros. The hotels are comfortable and the breakfasts are delicious. Weekly accommodation - 180 - 300 euros.

What to see?

The country is proud of its beautiful nature, but the most interesting thing here is an amazing mixture of Byzantine, Ottoman and Slavic cultures. The language barrier can be overcome if you listen carefully - native roots will help you understand the native. And the Russian language is not uncommon here. If we add here delicious and unusual cuisine, friendly and hospitable people, we will get a very attractive place for recreation. Of the main attractions of Sarajevo:

• Latin bridge - the place of the murder of the unfortunate heir to the Austrian Empire, which led to the world war;
• Moricha Khan - an ancient refuge for caravans, an example of medieval Muslim architecture;
• Markale Square is the main marketplace of the capital of Bosnia;
• Mosques, churches, churches, medieval quarters, markets, nightclubs - everywhere is an amazing mixture of the East and the Slavic spirit native to us;

• Wine tastings - from 25 euros for a tour of the cellars, tasting and a souvenir (a bottle of wine and two branded glasses);
• Hospitality;
• Delicious cuisine;
• Rich story.

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Don't expect a high level of comfort. Most likely your hotel or guest house will not differ much from your native provincial hotel with all the "charms", but the service will be very warm and helpful.

Budget. A week in a guest house - 130 euros; Airplane ticket - 200 euros; food - up to 60 euros per week. Total - 390 euros. Taking into account the costs of local transport, Moldova is one of the most "budget" countries for tourists.

On this, the countries outside the Schengen Agreement are exhausted. Let's see how you can inexpensively relax in the "other" Europe.

Inexpensive countries of the Schengen Union

Despite the fact that a visit to most European countries will require the hassle of obtaining a visa, the rest becomes more expensive by only 35 euros. Otherwise, individual tourists can successfully save.

The main conditions for saving:

• Choose to stay not in the capital or famous resorts, but in small towns and villages, where everything is almost half the price;
• Rest in spring or autumn, outside the "high season";
• Instead of hotels, choose boarding houses or guest houses for accommodation, the price of which includes breakfast;
• Do not buy souvenirs on the main streets and in tourist shops;
• Do not go to attractions-type restaurants, sometimes you have to pay very dearly for a bad and unprofessional program;
• We are looking for friends among local residents, their advice helps to save money.

1. Croatia

The country is not included in the Schengen zone, but it already feels there. A visa will cost 35 euros, and with a Schengen visa entry is free. Advantages of the country: climate, landscapes and the sea - like in Italy; Slavic mentality, low prices.

Road

There are direct flights, there are flights with one or two transfers, one thing remains unchanged - a ticket to any of Croatia's international airports (round-trip) costs at least 180 euros.

It is possible to travel by train, but the trip will cost more (a transit Hungarian visa is needed).

Hotels

Even in the most famous resort of Croatia - Split - you can find excellent apartments by the sea for 35-40 euros per day. The main condition is to book in advance (three to four months in advance, and preferably six months in advance).

What to see?

There are a lot of sights in Croatia, but you must definitely see:

• Palace of Diocletian in Split;
• City of Dubrovnik (just stop by and take a walk, the city is expensive);
• The city of Hum is the smallest in the world (17 inhabitants), here you can try "homemade" cognac;
• Vranzhaka cave - near Split.

Croatia is an ideal country for a beach holiday. The sea is clean and the beaches are sandy.

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When buying products in the market, be prepared for the fact that selling you will be more expensive than the locals. Make friends with a Croatian. Purchases will be cheaper by 20% at least. Restaurants here are expensive, it is better to eat on your own, buying in small shops.

Budget. Accommodation - 240 euros. Meals - 90 euros. Local transport - up to 20 euros per person. Flight - 180 euros. Total - 530 euros. It is necessary to take into account the entrance fee for visiting attractions, for this you need to prepare at least 20 euros per person.

2. Slovenia

Vineyards, caves, monasteries, ancient necropolises - all this is Slovenia. Of all the countries of the former Yugoslavia, this is the most expensive. Thanks to the climate and developed tourism, it is very popular in Europe. Holidays are cheaper than in Italy.

Road

The cheapest tickets to Ljubljana are sold by Adria Airways. In this case, the trip will cost about 200 euros. The company offers a good bonus system, if you fly constantly, that is, you can use special discounts.

Hotels

Apartments near the sea can be booked for 50 euros / day. Finding cheaper housing is problematic. The price level is supported by numerous tourists from Italy and Austria.

What to see?

Holidays in Slovenia can become truly unforgettable, tourists are offered here:

• Medieval castles where balls and knightings take place;
• The real Alps with ample opportunities for lovers of skiing;
• cave complexes;
• Gorgeous waterfalls where you can swim;

Comfortable beaches and the cleanest sea, hundreds of restaurants and cafes - all this is Slovenia.

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Despite the attractiveness of the country for tourists, every second person is faced with the problem of free Internet. If you are going to live in a guest house, you will have to do without the Internet.

Budget. Weekly accommodation - 300 euros. Meals - 120-150 euros. Flight - 200 euros. Attractions - 50-60 euros per person. Total - 670 - 710 euros per person.

3. Bulgaria

Our tourists know this resort country from the distant Soviet times. It must be said that little has changed in Bulgaria since then: the same sea, the same sanatoriums, the same brandy.

Road

A flight to Varna and back (we don’t even consider Sofia as a city for recreation) costs from 300 euros. You need to “catch” discounts for this direction, at best you will be lucky to find a ticket for 30-40 euros cheaper.

Hotels

Even during the "high" season in Varna, you can find a hotel costing 20 euros per night with breakfast. But you will have to search. The big search engines (booking.com) are the best way to handle your search.

What to see?

Tourists never get bored in Bulgaria:

• The abundance of monasteries and Byzantine temples;
• Ancient ruins;
• Museums and exhibition halls;
• Natural reserves.

If yacht trips are very expensive here, then a walking tour or a trip to an old monastery with a Russian-speaking guide will cost 5-7 euros. Only you need to buy a tour on the spot, there is a possibility of big discounts.

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You should not count on perfect cleanliness and impeccable plumbing in the hotel. In many ways, a budget holiday in Bulgaria resembles the sanatoriums of the native land.

4. Romania

The ancient land of the Dacians, beautiful Transylvania, Dracula's castle, the Black Sea beaches - all this is Romania, which tourists have not yet truly appreciated.

Road

Flight from Moscow to Bucharest and back - from 140 euros. It is better to buy from TAROM airline (Romanian company). The most interesting cities for tourists are Sighisoara (to visit Count Dracula) and Constanta (near the blue sea). You can get from Bucharest by train or bus (journey time up to 3 hours, tickets from 12 to 15 euros).

Hotels

In addition to a cheap flight, we will add inexpensive housing: from 15 to 20 euros per day, along with breakfast. These are the prices for rooms in guest houses and beach villas in Constanta.

What to see?

Road

Flight Moscow-Bratislava is expensive - 340 euros round trip. You can fly to Prague and then go by train or bus, but the savings will be no more than 15-20 euros. Not the most popular direction - hence the prices.

Hotels

The most modest hotel in Bratislava will cost 25 euros per day. You need to count on 35-40 euros, no less. Breakfast is not included everywhere.

What to see?

Slovakia cannot boast of an abundance of historical or cultural sights. But in terms of natural beauty, very few countries in Europe can compete with it. Ski resorts, small mountain hotels and farms where you can buy great sheep cheese. The advantages of the capital are that from here you can almost take a tram to magnificent Vienna.

Worth to visit:
Numerous national parks;
The city of Bardejov is the Gothic capital of Slovakia;
Castle Red Stone - a romantic story and an ominous dungeon;
Christmas market in Bratislava.

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Cultural features are such that many perceive them as impolite and unfriendly. And this is just kindness! It's just that the national character is so gloomy and unsmiling.

Budget. Road - 340. Hotel - 210. Meals - 60. Sights - 40. Total - 650 euros / week.

9. Cyprus

The island is well "habitated" by tourists from all over the world. Not the cheapest place, but here you can relax "budget".

Road

The cheapest flight with Air Serbia is 150 euros round trip. With a change in Belgrade. Direct flights are more expensive.

Hotels

Apartments near the sea can be rented for 25 euros / day. If you want the beach to be 200 meters from your accommodation, prepare at least 40 euros / day.

What to see?

Usually people come to Cyprus not to watch, but to swim and sunbathe, but there are interesting places here too. After the beach and swimming you need:

Walk around Nicosia, moving from the Christian to the Muslim part;
Ride on donkeys;
Swim in the "Bay of Aphrodite";
Visit the fortress of Othello in the Famagusta region;
Look into the famous catacombs.

In the kiosks of the tourist companies of Cyprus, you can buy an inexpensive excursion accompanied by a guide. The cost of such an excursion is 10-15 euros.

The crisis and pan-European economic instability have made Greece a country for a budget holiday. The flow of tourists there does not dry out, but prices have become calmer.

Road

Tickets to the main cities of Greece and back can be found within 140 euros. But if you persist, subscribe to airline news, you can "catch" a discount of 30-40%.

Hotel

A good hotel in Greece is expensive. But every week, discount hours are announced in several hotels in different parts of the country. In this case, you can find a room in a four-star hotel for 35-40 euros / day. A room in a hostel, far from the sea and with minimal amenities - 28-32 euros.

What to see?

Athens, Thessaloniki, Crete, Rhodes - there is something to see everywhere. It is possible to answer this question, but the answer will take several volumes. Greece is a paradise not only for those who love the warm sea and delicious wine, it is a place for those who want to see with their own eyes everything that they once read about in books with the myths of ancient Greece, saw in films about the Spartans. Tourism for Greece is the last opportunity to stay afloat in the economic sea, so every tourist will be treated kindly and entertained.

Completes the review with the most distant and exotic country.
- swimming in the ocean, port wine for dinner, exuberant colors and a unique culture.

Road

A flight from Moscow to Lisbon and back will cost 200 euros - Air France offer.

Hotel

Guest houses in Lisbon offer rooms from 20 euros per night. For 30 euros you can rent a decent hotel room on the outskirts of the city, but close to the metro.

What to see?

There are many attractions here, local travel companies are ready to offer both one-day trips around the country and tours of 2-3 days. Such excursions cost from 25 to 150 euros. Try to see:

Portuguese wineries;
Several medieval monasteries;
Cathedral of Lisbon;
Fortress of St. George;
City of Porto.

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Cleaning in a hotel is a very conditional thing. Don't expect someone to change towels and put in shampoo. Punctuality is not in favor here, public transport runs on a free schedule.

Budget. Road - 200. Hotel - 180. Meals - 150-200. Attractions - 60-80. The result is 590-650 euros / week.

Europe is the same continent where a good half of Russia is located. And our country - occupies a large territory. You should not make something inaccessible or too expensive out of the Old World. We are going to travel where it is closer and more interesting. Due to the compact residence of completely different peoples, it is Europe that is of interest to tourists. We use the fact that we are nearby. Let's discover Europe!