We are considering where to relax on New Year 2020 abroad in warm countries. From the most budget options to downright expensive :)
Every time we think about how and where better to celebrate the New Year. Gather your family and celebrate the chimes next to the Christmas tree? Going to a party with friends?..
Or maybe go abroad, where it’s warm, there are a lot of palm trees and beaches? But if only it were that simple! December 31, together at sea requires expenses of 100 thousand rubles - minimum.
In terms of organizing your holiday: the easiest option is a trip. And we recommend looking for it on online aggregators. Firstly, it’s convenient, and secondly, their search method is immediate for all tour operators will not miss a single profitable New Year's tour:
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By the way, Russia has a holiday from January 1 to January 8 during the New Year holidays. December 31st, alas, is a working day. We hope it's shortened! |
Where is the best place to go for the New Year at sea?
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So, you decided to go meet warm sea, golden beaches and gentle sun. The first question facing future travelers is which country to choose abroad so that it is affordable, and at the same time interesting and safe?
We have compiled a list of the most popular countries. Here's where you can celebrate the New Year abroad in 2020:
Summary table - where is it warmest for the New Year?
New Year in Thailand
We celebrated the New Year in Bali, and for the January holidays we were in Thailand
Russians have long chosen Thailand as a place where they can spend an inexpensive holiday at sea. Trips here are organized year-round, and the cost of the tour even during the season is quite affordable - from 68-70 thousand rubles for two.
Pros of Thailand:
- + Departures – from most Russian cities
- + In stock - everything for which tours abroad are purchased for the New Year 2020 - sunny weather, clear blue sea and endless sandy beaches
- + Phuket is the best winter resort for vacation with a child
- + Vivid show programs in hotels and bars
- + Excursions, both natural and culturally inclusive
- + Exotic fruits – mango, papaya, mangosteen, dragonfruit, durian
New Year's holidays in Thailand will be of interest to both lovers of noisy parties and those who appreciate solitude. The latter can go to some small and sparsely populated Thai island and celebrate January 1 on a deserted beach - under the bright stars and the sounds of the surf.
When planning a New Year's trip abroad to the sea, it is worth considering some minuses:
- – December-January is the peak tourist season. The Thais, who are well aware of this, double their prices. Therefore, it is worth booking your tour 3-4 months in advance.
- – Almost everywhere there are a lot of people on the beaches, in entertainment venues, in markets and just on the streets.
New Year in Vietnam
Where else to relax on the warm sea during the New Year holidays besides the already familiar Thai resorts? Many people choose Vietnam. Its popularity is still gaining momentum, so a trip here is an extraordinary and interesting way to celebrate January 1st.
Here's what you can expect from the New Year in Vietnam:
- + reasonable prices (for example, lunch at good restaurant will cost $20–30)
- + bronze tan and warm weather
- + well-developed tourist infrastructure and decent service
- + and a New Year's atmosphere along with a festive mood! (the streets of many cities are decorated with garlands, carnivals, folk festivals and fireworks are held)
Does the New Year in Vietnam really not promise any disadvantages? Unfortunately, there are drawbacks here too. In the south of the country, where most resorts are located, typhoons hit the coast from mid-October to the end of December. And in the central regions, where there are also many popular resorts, the rainy season lasts from August to January.
Which resort to choose: Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Phu Quoc - low season in Nha Trang.
- Prices for New Year's Vietnam start from 95,000 rubles for two for 10 nights.
Goa
Where to go inexpensively for New Year 2020? Goa is the cheapest and warmest thing that can happen during the holidays.
Someone claims that the state for vacation is “cheap and cheerful,” someone is delighted with the local “five” (who can be counted on one hand), and someone reads reviews about terrible unsanitary conditions and crosses the destination off the list. But it’s definitely worth a trip, we’re going too :)
- For 7 or 10 nights, a tour to Goa costs from 90,000 rubles for two (depending on the departure date).
Türkiye
Is it true. Also in 5-star hotels, all inclusive and with animation. But not all complexes are open in winter; the choice is quite limited. However, in that article we tried to select the best options.
Another scenario for celebrating the New Year in Turkey is Istanbul. Cats, bagels, light snow (possibly) and the Bosphorus with seagulls - we are delighted with the city in any weather :)
The only thing that will “disappoint” in resort Turkey is the temperature outside is +10°C...+15°C. There is something to counter this - a heated pool! List of good hotels, open in winter, we have given in this article.
Which resort to choose: Istanbul, or Belek or Antalya.
- Turkey for the New Year tour will cost a minimum of 50,000 rubles per week for 2 people. To the hotel with good reviews- from 80,000 rubles.
UAE
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Christmas market at Festival City Mall and view of Dubai from 43 Level Bar
(6 to 8 happy hours)
Where to go for the New Year at sea without a visa? Since 2017, the United Arab Emirates has joined the list of states with easier entry for Russians. From now on, a visa to the UAE can be obtained at any border checkpoint upon arrival. It is enough to have a foreign passport with you, and you will be guaranteed the best New Year!
Tourists going abroad for the New Year to the sea will enjoy not only a beach holiday in the UAE. The magnificent weather (from +24°C to +27°C) and sunbathing on the beach will be complemented by a variety of entertainment. All the beauties and wonders of the country are at your disposal:
- Grandiose fireworks displays, which are watched live on the Internet and TV by the whole world.
- A real New Year's safari in the desert: the opportunity to celebrate the main holiday not in the Russian snowdrifts with Santa Claus, as we are used to, but in the sands of Rub al-Khali in the company of Bedouins and camels.
- The famous Shopping Festival in Dubai, where discounts reach 70%. Many people come here just for this.
- Festive dinners and show programs in hotels and restaurants, fiery beach parties. we talk about specific places and entertainment for New Year 2020.
The cost of a trip to the UAE can increase significantly if you decide to indulge to the fullest. After all, it is in United Arab Emirates The most expensive hotel in the world is located! Therefore, it is not surprising that wealthy citizens spend seven-figure sums on New Year's Eve in the UAE.
We were in Dubai for Christmas - they even put artificial snow in the air
Which resort to choose: the most biting is Dubai; cheaper – Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, Fujairah
To summarize, we can conclude that New Year holidays In the United Arab Emirates, almost anyone can afford it. And holiday entertainment can be either budget-friendly or incredibly expensive. Each of the seven emirates promises everyone who decides to celebrate January 1st abroad the best New Year!
- A holiday in the UAE with a package costs from 75,000 rubles for 7 nights for two. To Dubai - from 100,000 rubles.
Israel
We were in Israel in October and December - you can swim in the Dead Sea or Eilat even on New Year's Day
Our traditional New Year in Israel is celebrated by numerous emigrants from the USSR and Russia. And, of course, tourists who decided to celebrate January 1 at the resorts Mediterranean Sea or go to the winter vacation to the Dead Sea to improve health and gain strength before the long Russian winter.
From which place to New Year's holiday What a tourist chooses will depend on both the cost of the trip to Israel and the weather. There are 3 seas in the country: the cold Mediterranean at this time, the warm Red Sea and the very salty Dead Sea.
In the immigrant community, the night of January 1st is noisy and fun. For the festive table, you can buy traditional New Year's dishes in Russian stores. Performances with Father Frost and the Snow Maiden are organized for children, young people go to clubs and bars to have fun, and middle-aged and older people “occupy” restaurants and cafes.
During the holidays, everyone who comes to Israel to celebrate the New Year will find something to their liking:
- beach relaxation (unfortunately, swimming in the Mediterranean Sea in December and January is still cold); but just a 6-hour trip from Tel Aviv and you will find yourself on the warm Red Sea
- therapeutic and recreational holiday at the Dead Sea
- visiting local shrines and attractions
Which resort to choose: Tel Aviv is for fun, Eilat is for the sea.
- Tours to Israel with capture on December 31 - from 75,000 rubles per week for two.
Maldives
Where can you go abroad for the New Year if all of the above routes have already been tried? In this case, you can fly to the Maldives!
Just imagine, a state located in the Indian Ocean and consisting of 1196 islands, only 199 of which are inhabited! Calm, peaceful and very warm winter holidays will be guaranteed to you. Of course, the cost of a holiday in the Maldives, even if the trip is booked in advance, is high.
The Maldives, where you can also travel without a visa, offers on New Year’s Day:
- wonderful weather (air warms up to +30°C, water up to +28°C)
- picturesque nature, unique fauna
- relaxing on snow-white beaches under the shade of palm trees and swimming in clear water
- entertainment program on New Year's Eve
- Rest on paradise islands expensive: from 200,000 rubles for a 7-night tour.
Dominican Republic
Where else can you go to the sea for the New Year? 2020 can be celebrated on the island Dominican Republic.
New Year's Eve in the country is noisy and joyful. Music is playing everywhere, people are dancing, fireworks are flashing everywhere, the beaches are brightly lit, and there are tables with snacks and drinks along the coast. After a fun holiday, you can relax on the beach, go diving or surfing, or go sightseeing.
Those who do not want to participate in the general celebration and, on the contrary, are fleeing Russia from it, can rent a room in a small secluded hotel on the coast.
Where to go for the New Year in Europe?
Where it’s warm for the New Year is generally clear. And if you read to the end and are still not inspired, then something is wrong :) Maybe “yours” is not the sea, but walks in a down jacket at Christmas markets and skating rinks? Or hot toddy in a mug?
For this there is Europe and ours about vacations in cold countries (in fact, they are not that frosty). And for example, where can you fly for the New Year, where to celebrate and will you have time to go to the fabulous markets:
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Of course, you want to celebrate the New Year 2018 in such a way that you will remember this holiday for a long time and be fully prepared for everyday work, having rested one hundred percent!
According to the advice of psychologists, for such purposes, a person is better served by rest and a change of environment, that is, travel. It is not necessary to come up with some kind of extra-ordinary program that will eat up a lot of money and time while preparing for your vacation. You can go to more budget travel without missing anything at all. Our article today will help you decide where to go on vacation in January 2018, and we will start with a vacation in Russia.
Where can you relax in Russia in January 2018?
According to expert estimates, in 2018, traveling around will become much more important than traveling abroad, for several reasons. Firstly, Russia is a huge country, and it will be very useful for our people to know its culture and traditions, because they are different in every corner of the country. Well, secondly, due to the unstable economic and political situation of the country, some traditional tourist destinations, which were once the center of Russian foreign tourism, have simply lost their relevance. Therefore, Russians are looking for a worthy replacement for such trips, and our country can satisfy almost any taste, taking into account different levels of wealth and love of adventure.
This coming January, we recommend that you visit Moscow or St. Petersburg (unless, of course, you are residents of these megacities) - these are some of the most beautiful cities our country. But, for example, in Kazan or Veliky Novgorod you will plunge into the traditional atmosphere of these regions. In its turn, Veliky Ustyug will be a wonderful adventure for families with children.
Beach holidays abroad in January 2018
Cuba
For those who still want to go somewhere further away, you can consider as an option a trip to Cuba. This country has long become synonymous with freedom and eternal summer. As a rule, here on New Year the thermometer does not drop below +20 degrees. For a change of scenery, such a trip will come in handy. 
Thailand
This country will not let you freeze or get bored. Winter in Thailand occurs at +30 degrees, and entertainment for tourists it is simply stunning with its originality and difference from other parts of the world. In addition, a January trip to Bangkok will be relatively inexpensive.
Maldives
A trip to the Maldives will cost much more than to the above-mentioned places globe, but it's definitely worth it. Perhaps it is impossible to find a person who would refuse on the shore Indian Ocean. Remember that you can save money on such a trip if you are lucky enough to catch “hot tours”.
Where else can you go to the sea in January - video
Thanks to the video below, you can find out in which other countries you can relax in January 2018, as well as about the features of local recreation and climate in these countries.
Also see: city in Russia, official holidays.
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TOP 7 countries for a beach holiday in January: where to fly to the sea where you can swim and it will be hot
In the middle of winter in Russia it is cold and snowy, and even in the southern resorts of the country you cannot swim in the sea or sunbathe. But there are many places in the world where you can fly to the sea in January, where it will be hot. It’s unlikely that you’ll be able to have an inexpensive vacation in winter, since you’ll have to fly far and possibly overseas. But we tried to find countries and resorts that tourists from Russia can afford.
Some numbers and information for thought:
Beach holiday much more expensive in winter than in summer. For example, in winter the cost of a ten-day tour for two costs more than one hundred thousand rubles, and in summer a tour to Turkey can be bought for 35 thousand rubles for two.
The most popular country in winter among Russians: Thailand. About two hundred tourists from Russia come here every winter.
More than twenty thousand Russians spend the whole winter in Thailand, but the most popular holiday period is 10 days.
About 90% of Russians fly in winter on vacation to Southeast Asia and only 10% overseas to the countries of South America
After such dry statistics, you can move on to our TOP. As you already understand, it consists almost entirely of Southeast Asian countries and this is not because we want it so. This is because this is the current trend. But there will still be other countries in the ranking that can be called unexpected.
Thailand
First place, no surprises. Even if it’s banal and many people are tired of it, Thailand will be number one among Russians for a long time. winter time. Everything is simple here: the cost of a vacation is one of the lowest on the market during this period of time, the climate at the resorts is wonderful, the weather is super, and in addition to a beach holiday, there are a lot of other options for how to entertain yourself.
If you are flying to Thailand during New Year's holidays, then prepare your wallets, as the cost of tours these days is high. To save money, travel to the islands after January 7th. Then you will save at least 30% of the cost of New Year's tours!
One of the disadvantages is the language barrier. But currently there are many Russians living in Thailand, and almost all of them work in the tourism sector. So you can easily find out everything and can ask any exciting question. National cuisine can also become a problem, so in the first days of arrival, try to eat in restaurants and cafes where Russian food is prepared. And when you get used to it, you will taste something exotic.
Dominican Republic
We put the distant but beautiful Dominican Republic in second place. Relax on heavenly beaches Countries are the dream of many, but only a few realize their dreams. Holidays in the Dominican Republic are expensive, and the cost of tours starts from one hundred thousand rubles for seven days. Add to this a long flight across the ocean, and the prices in the country are high for absolutely everything. For example, a tour of several hours can cost you $250! Very expensive.
But there are also advantages. Firstly, the hotels here operate on an all-inclusive basis. So, having paid for your vacation, you don’t have to spend anything else if you don’t want to take excursions and other entertainment. Secondly, all the beaches here are sandy, and the nature is so beautiful that you can admire it for hours. The Dominican Republic has a huge number national parks, and this is a big plus. Everywhere there is cleanliness and order, everything around is beautiful and untouched by man.
Vietnam
Since Egypt is still closed to Russians, someone had to take its place and that someone was Vietnam and its popular resorts. Beach holidays in the country are developing rapidly. Right on the sea coast there are hundreds luxury hotels, the beaches are sandy, and there is entertainment for every taste and budget.
The advantages of a holiday in Vietnam are obvious: cleanliness on the streets and on the coast, a lot of fruits and they are cheap, gorgeous warm weather and a warm sea, interesting exclusive excursions and much more.
One of the disadvantages is that the Vietnamese prefer not to put price tags on their goods, and each time the same product can cost differently. So here you have to go around to buy something cheaper. And you shouldn't rest in big cities. There is such car traffic that there is unimaginable noise and the city moves like a huge anthill. For relaxation, choose small villages and away from noisy roads.
Thought we forgot about Goa? Of course not! During the day on Goa sun it scorches so much that you want to bury yourself in the sand or run away into the impenetrable jungle. But at the same time the sea is warm and calm. There are days when there are no waves at all in the sea and this is surprising.
It’s easier to relax in Goa, because here English language very common. Local beaches very wide and completely sandy. There are plenty of attractions in India, so in addition to the beach, you can also go on excursions.
Not all tourists like Goa. Some people say the beaches are dirty. This is true, but this applies to free beaches. Which can be cleaned once a day. And if the beaches belong to hotels, then they are clean and beautiful. Tourists also note the unique local cuisine, which is not suitable for everyone. Therefore, it is better not to take risks and not try it. But the cost of tours is not high and you can actually buy a ticket for 60-70 thousand rubles for two, but such luck is rare.
Mexico
Another country to which you need to fly across the ocean. Beach holidays in Mexico are amazing, but the prices are steep. Tourists have a large selection of resorts to choose from, but all prices are in dollars, like most goods at the resorts. This is due to the fact that 80% of vacationers here are from the United States, since the countries are neighbors. That's why holidays in Mexico are expensive.
The advantages of relaxing at local resorts are obvious: it’s unforgettable, relaxing on the ocean, incredible interesting excursions, new experiences and new cuisine.
There are disadvantages, and among them is that the beautiful life in Mexico is mainly in the resorts, and basically the country is poor and, traveling outside the resorts, this immediately catches your eye. Language may also be a problem, but knowing English can improve this problem.
Sri Lanka
The country is located in the ocean, so the entire coastline is open ocean. In January the island is warm and almost dry. In addition to a beach holiday, you can visit local temples. Admire the huge tea plantations, see the natural wealth and most importantly - here you can see real whales in open ocean! It's worth flying so far for this.
The Emirates have long been one of the best countries for relax. But we put it in last place in our ranking for a reason. Firstly, in winter there are a huge number of tourists. Secondly, the country is rich and prices for everything are high. What can I say if regular local ice cream costs about three dollars. Also keep in mind that the country is Arab and has its own laws that should be respected and observed. So you will adapt to the country, and not the country to you.
But the cities of the UAE are very beautiful and there is where to go and what to see. This is why such a large number of Russians visit the Emirates every year.
January is traditionally a month with high tourist activity, which is explained by the presence of long New Year holidays in Russia. Tourists choose cold European holiday destinations ski resorts, and warm beach resorts in Asia and America. In this article we will talk about where you can go to the sea in January 2018 inexpensively. We will focus on such aspects as weather, cost of vacation, accessibility for tourists from Russia, conditions for tourists from Russia and the possibility of relaxing with children. For all these criteria we give marks on a 10-point system
There are quite a few places on Earth that offer warm weather in January. In many countries in Asia and Central America, January is the peak of the high season. So you will have a fairly large selection of places where you can go on a seaside holiday in January. But due to the fact that many of these places are very popular in winter, the cost of vacationing in these places can be quite high.
Mexico (Cancun)
There is a slight chance of heavy rainfall in Cancun in January, but in general these showers usually last 30-60 minutes. Otherwise, the weather in Cancun in January is absolutely wonderful.
Accommodation prices in Cancun in January are at high level. Add to that expensive airfare and you'll understand why Mexico is the place to be. Russian tourists like this expensive destination.
It is worth noting that the Cancun resort area is a huge area with many opportunities. The area consists of Cancun itself, where there are mainly high-rise hotels with sea views, and the Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen and Tulum areas. A particularly pleasant destination is Playa del Carmen, which is a lovely tourist town with beach hotels and good nightlife and shopping opportunities.
Although Cancun is great for families with children, you should still think carefully about traveling to Mexico with a child, since the flight duration is direct flight from Moscow is 13-14 hours.
Weather - 8
Prices - 3
Availability - 5
Conditions for Russians - 4
For children - 6
Result - 5.2
Dominican Republic (Punta Cana)
The eastern edge of the Dominican Republic is where you'll find the collection beach hotels for every taste. This area is called Punta Cana. Unlike most countries in the Caribbean, Dominican Republic has many huge beach hotels that offer over 1000 rooms. This grandiose scale may not appeal to every tourist, but it allows resort hotels suggest the best prices in the Caribbean for an all-inclusive holiday and a full range of services.
In the first week of January, hotel prices in Punta Cana are quite high. So you shouldn’t blame our tour operators alone for the high cost of tours to the Dominican Republic. In the second half of the month, prices for tours cool down, but they still remain quite high, especially when it comes to good 5-star hotels.
The weather in Punta Cana in January is quite sunny and warm. There is no heat here, but sometimes precipitation can occur in the form of short showers. In addition, sometimes there may be relatively cool days when you may want to wrap yourself in a towel while relaxing on the beach.
Unlike Mexico, the Dominican Republic is a more “Russian” destination. In recent years, Russian tourists in Punta Cana have returned to the top three in terms of numbers, second only to Americans and Canadians. So you shouldn’t be surprised at the presence of inscriptions in Cyrillic in hotels and in some establishments outside of hotels. At the markets, some traders understand Russian quite well.
If you are planning to go on holiday to the Dominican Republic with children, then it is important to choose a suitable hotel and prepare for long flight.
Weather - 8
Prices - 5
Availability - 7
Conditions for Russians - 6
For children - 7
Result - 6.6
Cuba (Varadero)
The weather in Varadero in January is slightly cooler than in the Dominican Republic and Mexico, but it is also slightly drier. In principle, there is no particular difference in weather between these three destinations in January.
The cost of living in Varadero is slightly lower than in Cancun and about the same as the cost of living in Punta Cana. But still, tours to these three popular resort areas in January are very high.
Although hotels in Varadero are generally not as child-friendly as those in Punta Cana and Cancun, the beach here is the best for kids, with calm waters and a gradual entry into the ocean.
As you know, Cuba loves tourists from Russia, and many Cubans understand Russian well. So this is one of two countries in the Caribbean, along with the Dominican Republic, where Russian tourists will feel at home.
Weather - 8
Prices - 5
Availability - 7
Conditions for Russians - 6
For children - 6
Result - 6.4
Spain (Tenerife)
Where to go in January for a seaside holiday in Europe? The warmest regions in Europe in January are Canary Islands. But still, the weather here at this time of year can hardly be called ideal for a beach holiday, since the average daily temperature is only 21 degrees. This weather is not suitable for swimming, but you can still relax on the beach.
The most interesting thing is that January is part of the high season in Tenerife, so prices for accommodation here are relatively high, although hotels here are generally inexpensive by European or world standards.
Tenerife is suitable for families with children, as there is a lot of interesting things for little ones, including a water park and a zoo. Although the majority of tourists in Tenerife are British, Spanish and German, the island is also no stranger to Russians.
Weather - 4
Prices - 8
Availability - 6
Conditions for Russians - 6
For children - 8
Result - 6.4
China (Hainan)
Where to go in January 2018 for a seaside holiday in Asia? There are many places in this region of the world that offer great weather in January. Often these places have very warm weather. Therefore, if you want to relax in a region with moderately warm weather, then you should pay attention to Hainan Island. While the rest of China experiences cold, often freezing weather in January, the tropical island experiences an average daily temperature of 22.7 degrees. At the same time, the amount of precipitation here is relatively small - around 50 mm for the entire month.
It is interesting that, unlike many other places in Asia, hotels in Hainan do not raise their prices to the skies in January, except for the first days of the month. So Hainan in winter is a fairly cheap place for a beach holiday.
In general, this island is well suited for families with children, as many large hotels have everything necessary for little guests. In addition, the island itself has a lot of activities for kids.
How well is Hainan suitable for Russian tourists? In fact, in the resort area of Sanya with the bays of Dadonghai, Yalongwan and Sanya Bay, only Chinese and Russian tourists, who are diluted with a few representatives of Asian and European countries, relax. So you will feel right at home in Hainan.
Weather - 7
Prices - 8
Availability - 7
Conditions for Russians - 9
For children - 8
Result - 7.8
India (Goa)
The resort area of Goa is incredibly popular during the New Year holidays and in January, so at this time of year, trips to this state of India will be more expensive than at any other time of the year. However, holidays in Goa are still incredibly cheap compared to many other regions of the world. True, we are talking about holidays in inexpensive hotels and guesthouses, and not in luxury five-star hotels.
Although January is considered one of the coldest months in Goa, the average daily temperature during this time of year is 31.2 degrees. That being said, it is quite dry here and rain is generally seen as a blessing.
In terms of holidays with children, Goa is not the best option, but if you still decide to go to this region with children, then we advise you to choose good hotel in South Goa.
Note that Goa is one of the most “Russian” regions in Asia. Whether this is good or bad is up to you to decide.
Weather - 8
Prices - 10
Availability - 9
Conditions for Russians - 8
For children - 2
Result - 7.4
Philippines (Boracay Island)
One of the ideal places to holiday in January in terms of weather is Boracay Island. The weather here is simply wonderful, as it is usually not hot during the day (28.4 degrees on average) and not cold at night (23.8 degrees on average). But such good weather comes at a price, as the owners local hotels and guest houses are experiencing increased demand for housing and are significantly raising prices. But Boracay Island remains one of the cheapest destinations for a beach holiday in winter.
Boracay combines affordable prices, excellent beaches and a pleasant atmosphere that is much nicer than most other busy cities. resort areas V South-East Asia.
The main disadvantage of this destination is the low accessibility for tourists from Russia, since in most cases it takes a long time to get to the island. For example, in order to get to Boracay from Moscow, you need to make at least one transfer (usually two transfers), then get to the ferry pier, cross to the island and ride to your hotel on a three-wheeled motorcycle. Many tourists simply do not want to make such a trip and choose some “simpler” destination.
Weather - 10
Prices - 7
Availability - 3
Conditions for Russians - 5
For children - 4
Result - 5.8
Vietnam (Nha Trang, Phan Thiet)
Vietnam remains one of the cheapest holiday destinations in Asia, so those tourists who do not want to spend a lot of money on a holiday in January often choose resorts in Vietnam such as Nha Trang and Phan Thiet.
One of the main advantages of Vietnam is that this country offers tours with direct flights from many Russian cities. So many tourists do not need to make any transfers, but only need to endure a relatively short flight. For residents of Siberian cities and Far East Vietnam is one of the most convenient and inexpensive holiday destinations.
Is Vietnam suitable for families with children? In my opinion, this country is ideal for family vacation only if you live in Vinpearl and can go to an amusement park with your child any day, or if you stay in Dessoles hotels. It is worth remembering that in January there may be high waves in Vietnam, which can pose a danger not only to children, but also to adults.
In terms of convenience for tourists from Russia, Vietnam is considered one of best places in Asia. Vietnamese speaking Russian is not something surprising.
Weather - 7
Prices - 9
Availability - 10
Conditions for Russians - 9
For children - 5
Result - 8.0
Thailand (Phuket)
Phuket is no longer a very cheap holiday destination, especially if you decide to stay in one of the luxury hotels outside the popular beaches of Patong, Karon and Kata. For those who want to spend as little money as possible on their vacation, we recommend choosing a hotel either in Patong or Karon, as these areas have a good selection of inexpensive cafes.
January in Phuket offers excellent weather and the island itself is incredibly popular with tourists from different countries peace. There are a lot of Russians, Chinese, Australians, Arabs, and Europeans here. It should not be surprising that in such conditions, hotel prices are quite high. In January, rooms in some 3-star hotels in Phuket are more expensive than rooms in inexpensive 5-star hotels in Turkey in July. And this despite the fact that in the first case only breakfast is provided, and in the second - all inclusive.
But still, in terms of beach holidays, Phuket in January is considered one of the best places in Asia, since at this time of year the water on most beaches is calm and warm.
Weather - 8
Prices - 8
Availability - 10
Conditions for Russians - 9
For children - 7
Result - 8.4
UAE
Although January in the UAE is a cool and even a little rainy month, this country is one of the closest places to the European part of Russia, where you can go on vacation at sea. The average daily temperature in the UAE this month is 23.7° C, and the water temperature is 21.6° C. Not everyone goes swimming in such conditions, but the UAE offers pretty good conditions for relaxing on the beach. It would probably be right to choose the emirate of Fujairah for a holiday in January, since the Hajar Mountains protect this emirate from the penetration of cold air masses from the north.
The cost of living in the UAE in January is quite high, despite the not the best weather. However, flights to Dubai from cities in European Russia are cheaper than flights to Thailand or Vietnam, so the overall cost of a holiday in the UAE may end up being lower than in Southeast Asian countries.
Is the UAE suitable for families with children? This is certainly one of the best places for a family seaside holiday in January, as the Emirates offers a good selection of hotels with children's clubs and other facilities for children, as well as the opportunity to take your little ones to any of the many theme parks and other interesting places.
Weather - 6
Prices - 9
Availability - 9
Conditions for Russians - 8
For children - 9
Result - 8.2
The best place for a seaside holiday in January
Now it's time to take stock. First, we will present the general ranking of the countries that we talked about in this article.The rating turned out like this:
1. Thailand (Phuket) - 8.4
2. UAE - 8.2
3. Vietnam - 8.0
4. China (Hainan) - 7.8
5. India (Goa) - 7.4
6. Dominican Republic (Punta Cana) - 6.6
7. Cuba (Varadero) - 6.4
8. Spain (Tenerife) - 6.4
9. Philippines (Boracay) - 5.8
10. Mexico (Cancun) - 5.2
Choosing a suitable holiday destination in January is not difficult if you understand perfectly what is most important to you. It is also important what region of Russia you live in. For example, for residents of Siberia and the Far East, Asian countries are more suitable options, while for residents of the European part of Russia, the countries of the Middle East, Europe and Caribbean.
If price is important to you, then you should pay attention to such destinations as Goa, Phuket, Nha Trang Li Phan Thiet, Hainan, UAE. Places such as Tenerife and the UAE are better suited for families with children, but the weather in these regions is not very warm in January. Goa, Phuket and Boracay are good options for holidays without children. Boracay Island, in my opinion, offers ideal weather for a beach holiday in January. The weather is also good this month in the Caribbean.
In general, we advise you to carefully evaluate what you most need from your vacation and choose a destination based on this.
