New Year for Russians is the most beloved and desired holiday. But I really want to take it in the middle of winter and fly away to where it’s warm for the New Year, where there’s a hot sun, a gentle sea, palm trees and amazing sunsets. Make your dream come true! At least once in your life, leave behind the pre-holiday worries, banish the winter blues, buy a plane ticket and go for new experiences.
Warm countries for the New Year
In this article, I have collected for you 11 warm countries where you can wonderfully celebrate the New Year. For ease of selection, average prices for hotels, air travel or package sea tours for the New Year are indicated under each country. Please note that not every country is cheaper to fly to on your own than with a package tour. Prices are average for the market for December-January.
Maldives for New Year
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In the middle of the Indian Ocean, the Republic of Maldives is located in a picturesque chain of 20 atolls. This is an excellent option where you can spend a holiday at sea for the New Year 2018. It is summer all year round on the islands, and the change of year occurs during the most favorable dry period, when it is 27° in the air and 24° in the water.
The Maldives is a real paradise oasis where you can feel like Robinson Crusoe, because some islands are still uninhabited. Calmness, few people, white sand and clear turquoise water - what else is needed for complete relaxation?
Underwater caves and coral reefs will delight diving enthusiasts. There are no dangerous currents here, so even beginners can go underwater. There are dozens of dive sites around the hotels.
On New Year's Eve, the hotel offers a gala dinner and entertainment program until the morning.
There are no cheap hostels in the Maldives, and therefore the most economical accommodation option is 1,600 rubles per night. for one person in a guesthouse, for two - from 2500 rubles.
Thailand for New Year
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The Kingdom of Thailand is the most popular destination where you can go to the sea for the New Year. Therefore, book your hotel in advance.
The conditions for a beach holiday are ideal, the sea is warmed up to 28°, and the air is 30°.
Thais love holidays and know how to spend them cheerfully and in a big way. On New Year's Day, guests will not be bored, no matter where they find themselves.
The most popular islands are Phuket and Pattaya. Comfortable hotels await tourists, and in combination with Thai exoticism, lush shady parks, and azure sea water, a vacation in the “Land of a Thousand Smiles” will be remembered for a lifetime.
In Thailand, prices are significantly lower than in the Maldives. Here you can find a bed in a hostel from 300 rubles/night, from 500 rubles. double room in a guest house. Average prices for popular hotels in the area are 1,500 rubles.
Philippines for New Year
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Christmas and New Year in the Philippines are one huge fireworks display! Festive events begin in mid-December.
The highest prices are on Boracay Island. Local residents celebrate the holiday noisily and cheerfully, with dancing, singing, ringing bells and flashing funny lights.
Those who love solitude will prefer Bantayan Island. There are fewer tourists here, prices are lower, and the silence is broken only by the sound of the surf. And the sea is warm everywhere - up to 28°, in the atmosphere 29°. Imagine how nice it would be to celebrate New Year on the beach - just paradise!
Even if it takes a long and expensive time to get to this paradise, it’s worth it! But for Russians there is a visa-free regime, and this is a definite plus.
The situation with hotels in the Philippines is the same as in Thailand. Those. there are cheap hostels, there are inexpensive guesthouses, there are luxury hotels. The majority of tourists choose something in between for 1500 - 2000 rubles. per room.
Vietnam for New Year
In terms of hotel pricing, Vietnam is in the same category as Thailand and the Philippines.
Bali, Indonesia for New Year
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Bali or the “Island of the Gods” is located in the Indian Ocean and combines jungles, waterfalls, extinct volcanoes, rice fields on mountain terraces and, of course, white sandy beaches.
New Year's Eve among blooming nature, on the ocean shore will leave the most vivid impressions. A festive banquet for vacationers is organized in hotels, on the beach, and in nightclubs.
The island has a subequatorial climate. In the water all year round it’s 26-28° - that’s where the sea is warm on New Year’s, and in the air it’s up to 30°.
Among the disadvantages of a holiday in Bali are an expensive and long flight, and even an underdeveloped transport network. You can't get around the island by taxi; it's a long walk, so the most convenient way is to rent a bike.
There are even cheaper accommodation options in Bali. Literally from 170 rubles. for a bed in a hostel. But the most popular hotels cost from 3,000 rubles per night. In any case, everyone will find an option for themselves.
Dominican Republic for New Year
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It's worth crossing the Atlantic Ocean to celebrate the New Year in the most popular country in the Caribbean. Even in winter, the water temperature in the sea does not drop below 27°, and in the air up to 30°.
Fantastically beautiful nature, the azure ocean, fine white sand that does not burn your feet, and the European level of service will turn your vacation into heavenly bliss.
On New Year's holidays, colorful fire shows and grand processions with fiery Latin American dances await you.
A visa-free regime remains for Russians.
You can also relax cheaply in the Dominican Republic, prices for hostels start from 140 rubles. For inexpensive hotels from 600 rubles. Lots of expensive and mid-range options.
New Year's seaside tours to the Dominican Republic also do not stand out in price from the average segment.
India, Goa for New Year
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Goa is another great option to spend New Year's holidays at sea. The resort occupies 100 km of magnificent beaches on the Arabian Sea coast. The average winter temperature here is 30°, in the water 28°.
Young people prefer to celebrate the New Year in North Goa with its noisy parties and dancing under the moon. The more respectable public prefers South Goa with clean deserted beaches, luxury hotels, old Hindu temples, where a colorful wedding ceremony can be organized for you.
It would seem that India is a poor country, and hotel prices start from 600 rubles. In popular hotels, rooms cost from 4,000 rubles.
Cambodia for New Year
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The New Year holidays in Cambodia are relatively inexpensive. The most significant part of the cost is the flight. Prices within the country are quite affordable. Wonderful beaches, warm sea, and opportunities for active recreation make this holiday option attractive for exotic lovers.
Cambodia is another super-cheap country with hostel accommodation starting from 140 rubles. Prices for popular hotels average 2,000 rubles.
Sri Lanka for New Year
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“Blessed Land” is a great option for celebrating the New Year for active travelers. On the coast, despite 28-30°, the heat is not felt, thanks to the fresh sea breeze. The ocean is 28° and conditions are ideal for surfing and diving.
In addition to traveling around the fabulous island, you can afford to fly to the Maldives for a few days. The price of the flight will pleasantly surprise you.
Overnight in a hostel in Sri Lanka from 230 rubles. Popular hotels cost around 1500 - 2000 rubles.
New Year's tours at sea in Sri Lanka are quite inexpensive.
UAE for New Year
Seychelles for New Year
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A real earthly paradise on 115 islands, where it is warm in New Year, of which only 30 are inhabited, located in the Indian Ocean. Celebrating the New Year in one of the most beautiful places on earth is an expensive pleasure. But everything is redeemed by the incredible beauty of wild nature, excellent beaches with warm clear water and comfortable weather (29°).
Rooms in popular hotels start from 6,000 rubles, and the cheapest accommodation starts from 3,000 rubles.
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This year is gradually coming to an end and therefore the question increasingly arises: where to go inexpensively for the New Year 2018? For you, we have selected a list of the most popular destinations both in Russia and abroad. The article presents both countries where you can relax inexpensively for the New Year 2018, and countries where the cost of travel cannot be called cheap. In any case, you can choose the best option for your pocket. For all destinations, the cost of air tickets and hotels for independent travelers is indicated, as well as the cost of tours for New Year's dates (where tours are sold). The article is divided into 3 parts, depending on the direction: Attention! For hotels, the average price for a double room is indicated for the period from December 28 to January 3. The cost of tours is indicated for two people, air tickets - for one (round trip). A flight from Moscow was considered. All prices are current at the time of publication.
Where to go for New Year 2018 in Europe
The best place to see traditional Christmas and New Year celebrations is Europe. Christmas markets are held everywhere here, and the streets and shop windows are decorated with garlands. All this creates an unforgettable atmosphere for the New Year holidays.Finland
For all lovers of fairy tales, Finland will be the best place to celebrate the New Year in 2018, because this is where the birthplace of Santa Claus is located. In the pre-New Year period, it is quite frosty here (-15 C) and quite a lot of snow falls. You can devote your New Year's holidays to skiing and snowmobiling, and also visit the famous Lapland with its northern lights and the Joulupukki residence. Flights. Prices for flights from Moscow to Helsinki start from 8,700 rubles. in both directions on December 26. The closer to the New Year, the more expensive the prices become. Hotels. Three-star hotels in Helsinki cost from 5,000 rubles. per night, at this price there are options in the city center.Czech
The Czech Republic is a great place to celebrate the New Year 2018 inexpensively, because prices here are an order of magnitude lower than in other European countries. The main folk festivities take place on the Old Town Square in Prague, where the main Christmas tree of the country is installed. There are many stalls selling traditional food and drinks. You should definitely try the trdelniki and mulled wine. Tours to Prague for 7 nights including the New Year itself can be purchased from only 65 thousand rubles. Flights. Prices for tickets from Moscow to Prague start from 16,500 rubles. in both directions on December 26. The closer to the New Year, the more expensive the prices become. Hotels. Prices for a room in a three-star hotel start from 8,300 rubles..jpg)
Cyprus
If you want to celebrate the New Year 2018 inexpensively and warmly, then Cyprus would be an excellent option. At this time of year, daytime temperatures remain at +15...+20°C. In large cities, the Christmas tree is decorated and various performances are held, but New Year in Cyprus is a family holiday, so late at night the streets become a bit crowded. Tours to Cyprus during the New Year holidays in 2018 for 7 nights cost from 58 thousand rubles. Flights. Prices for flights from Moscow to Larnaca start from 17,000 rubles. in both directions on December 26. The closer to the New Year, the more expensive the prices become. Hotels. You can stay in a two-star hotel in Larnaca for only 2,000 rubles. and higher..jpg)
Germany
An excellent option for spending the New Year in Europe is Germany. Here holidays are celebrated on a grand scale, especially in large cities - Berlin, Munich, Cologne and Nuremberg. Colorful Christmas markets are held on the streets: everything around is decorated with garlands, fun and the smells of traditional German sweets, sausages and mulled wine can be heard from everywhere. All this creates a great New Year's mood! Flights. The cost of a flight from Moscow to Berlin starts from 12,000 rubles. in both directions on December 26. The closer to the New Year, the more expensive the prices become. A flight to Munich will cost about the same. Hotels. A room in a three-star hotel in Berlin will cost you at least 6,000 rubles. In Munich, prices are cheaper and start from 4,000 rubles..jpg)
Montenegro
Another great option where you can celebrate the New Year 2018 inexpensively is Montenegro, in particular the cities of Budva, Podgorica and the ski resorts in Kolasin and Zabljak. Locals typically celebrate midnight with their families and then go out and continue the festivities with fireworks and performances. Price tours to Montenegro for the New Year holidays for 7 nights starts from 80 thousand rubles. Flights. Prices for flights from Moscow to Tivat start from 17,000 rubles. round trip on December 26th. The closer to the New Year, the more expensive the prices become. Hotels. You can rent an inexpensive hotel in Podgorica for 2,000 rubles. In Tivat, prices start from 3,500 rubles..jpg)
Greece
New Year celebrations in Greece are very similar to Cyprus. First, everyone celebrates with family and in the main squares, and then young people go to clubs to celebrate. The weather during the New Year holidays is quite warm +12...+15°С. Price tours to Greece for the Christmas and New Year holidays for 7 nights starts from 60 thousand rubles. Flights. Prices for flights from Moscow to Athens start from p. rubles back and forth on December 26. Later prices become more expensive. Hotels. There are very cheap hotels in Athens where you can stay for only 1,200 rubles. You can choose a slightly better and more expensive option, but the prices are still low.
Italy
Italy will give you unforgettable New Year holidays, because local residents celebrate them on a grand scale. Fairs and concerts are held everywhere, emotional Italian conversations and joyful children's laughter are heard. The weather in Rome is quite warm, around +10°C, and the trip itself will cost you relatively little. To celebrate the holiday, tourists mainly choose Milan, Venice and Rome. Buy tour You can travel to Italy very inexpensively. For example, a trip to Rimini for 7 nights will cost 60 thousand rubles. Flights. Prices for flights from Moscow to Rome start from 18,000 rubles. round trip on December 26th. Later prices become more expensive. You can fly to Milan for 10,000 rubles, and to Venice for 15,000 rubles. Hotels. You can rent a hotel in Rome for 2500-3000 rubles; in Milan prices start from 3000 rubles.
France
Where else if not to the most romantic city in Europe to go for the New Year? Paris becomes even more beautiful on New Year's holidays - illuminations are everywhere, and the aroma of roasted chestnuts and hot wine wafts from the Christmas markets. The main festivities take place on the Champs Elysees and in the Défense quarter. Even though the trip may cost a pretty penny, the unforgettable emotions you get will last a lifetime. Tour to Paris for 5 nights can be purchased for 75 thousand rubles. Flights. Prices for flights from Moscow to Paris start from 18,000 rubles. round trip on December 26th. Later prices become more expensive. Hotels. You can rent a hotel in Paris for 3,000 rubles or more.
Türkiye
You can have a good New Year's holiday at the favorite resorts of Russian tourists - Antalya, Alanya, Kemer. New Year is not celebrated here as such - it is a holiday only for tourists. But, nevertheless, the streets are beautifully decorated, and hotels, restaurants and clubs offer an extensive entertainment program. Also, winter is a great time to visit the sights of Istanbul. Weekly tour from 12/28/17 to resorts in Turkey will cost 50 thousand rubles for two, if you take a tour a day earlier, then prices become significantly lower and start from 22 thousand rubles. Flights. Prices for flights Moscow-Istanbul start from 11,000 rubles. round trip on December 26th. Later prices become more expensive. Hotels. You can rent a hotel in Istanbul for 1,200 rubles or more. In Antalya it is even cheaper - from 700 rubles.
Latvia
What could look even more fabulous than ancient Riga, decorated with numerous garlands and its main square with an elegant tree and a Christmas market. Celebrations are celebrated as widely as in Western Europe, but the prices are much lower. Price tour to Latvia for the New Year holidays for 5 nights starts from 54 thousand rubles. Flights. To fly from Moscow to Riga and back on December 26, you will have to pay about 12 thousand rubles. Later prices become more expensive. Hotels. A room in an inexpensive hotel in Riga will cost approximately 2500-3000 rubles and more.
Great Britain
As a rule, Christmas and New Year are celebrated throughout the UK, but for the best experiences you should go to London. On New Year's holidays, streets and shop windows are decorated with garlands throughout the city, fairs open and Christmas songs are heard. At midnight, the chimes of Big Ben strike 12 times and fireworks are set off over the Thames. Flights. Prices for flights Moscow-London start from 18,000 rubles. in both directions on December 26. Later prices become more expensive. Hotels. Hotel prices in London start from 2,500 rubles.
Where to go for New Year 2018 in Russia
If you want to spend the New Year inexpensively or simply don’t want to fly far, then of course the best option would be to spend the New Year holidays in Russia. After all, in our homeland there are many good places to celebrate the holidays.Saint Petersburg
People in the northern capital love the New Year very much and celebrate it on a grand scale. The streets and shop windows are decorated with New Year's toys and garlands, a grand concert is held on Palace Square, which ends with fireworks, and citizens walk along Nevsky Prospect all night. Flights. You can fly from Moscow to St. Petersburg on New Year's Eve for 5,500-6,000 rubles. Hotels. You can book a room in an inexpensive hotel for only 1,200 rubles. A room in a four-star hotel will not cost much more, from 2800 rubles.
Sochi
For lovers of active recreation, the best option for celebrating the New Year will be the ski resorts of Sochi - Krasnaya Polyana and Rosa Khutor. The holiday itself can be celebrated in the city's restaurants, and the New Year holidays can be spent skiing and snowboarding. Price vouchers in Sochi on New Year's dates starts from 36,000 rubles for 7 nights. Flights. A flight from Moscow to Sochi will cost 6,000 rubles on December 26, 8,000-8,500 rubles on December 27-28. Hotels. Prices for inexpensive hotels in Sochi start from 1000 rubles per night. Hotels with 4 stars from 3000 rubles.
Karelia
An excellent option for celebrating the New Year in Russia is Karelia. This region is located on the border with Finland and is very similar to this northern country. Here you can have a great holiday in the city or rent a house in the region, and during the New Year holidays you can engage in winter sports and enjoy the nature of this northern region. Flights. A flight from Moscow to Petrozavodsk will cost 11,000 rubles. on December 27th. Later prices become more expensive. Hotels. You can rent a room in a good hotel in Petrozavodsk for 2,000 rubles or more.
Kazan
A good place to celebrate the New Year and subsequent holidays is Kazan. The city boasts a long history, beautiful architecture and many attractions. Flights. A flight from Moscow to Kazan will cost 5,300 rubles. on December 27th. Later the prices become a little more expensive. Hotels. The cost of a room in an inexpensive hotel in Kazan starts from 1000 rubles. A 4-star hotel will cost 4,500 rubles and more.
Where to go for New Year 2018 at sea
If you are tired of snow and cold, then the best option to celebrate the New Year 2018 will be warm countries, where during the New Year holidays you can swim in the sea and sunbathe on the beach. In most of the countries presented below, winter is the height of the tourist season.Thailand
Thailand is the most popular Asian country for Russian tourists. You can celebrate the New Year well both in the popular resorts of Phuket and Pattaya, and in the capital, Bangkok. In Bangkok, the main place for celebrations is the square in front of the Central World shopping center, where thousands of people gather and count down to the new year. Tour for 7 nights from December 26 can be purchased for 90,000 rubles. The closer to the New Year, the more expensive it is. Flights. The Moscow-Bangkok flight for the New Year holidays is very expensive - from 50,000 rubles, so it’s cheaper to take a ticket. Hotels. A room in a three-star hotel can be rented for only 700 rubles or more.
Vietnam
Where to go for New Year 2018 at sea inexpensively? Of course, Vietnam, the cost of living and prices here are much lower. The best place to celebrate the New Year will be the south of the country - the resorts of Phan Thiet, Mui Ne and Phu Quoc Island. Dominican Republic Tour If you want to celebrate the New Year in an expensive and fun way, then the Dominican Republic will be the best option. The New Year is celebrated here with fireworks, dancing and beach parties. This is a holiday you definitely won’t forget! Price tour"All inclusive" for 7 nights starts from 150 thousand rubles. Flights. A flight from Moscow to Punta Cana will cost you from 80,000 rubles, and to the capital Santo Domingo about the same. Based on the cost of the flight, it is more profitable to take vouchers. Hotels. Hotels in the Dominican Republic are quite expensive - in Punta Cana prices start at 3,500 rubles per night, in Santo Domingo from 1,500 rubles.
Cuba
Another excellent, but quite expensive option for celebrating the New Year at sea is Cuba. The most popular places among tourists are the capital Havana and the resorts Varadero and Trinidad. Cuba, in addition to beautiful beaches and warm seas, has an interesting history, so you won’t be bored spending your New Year’s holidays here. Price tour for 7 nights starts from 150 thousand rubles. Flights. Tickets to Havana for the New Year holidays are incredibly expensive - from 85,000 rubles, so it’s worth thinking about purchasing a tour. Hotels. You can rent a room in an inexpensive hotel in Havana from 2,700 rubles per night.
We hope the article was useful to you and you will have an unforgettable New Year's holiday!
New Year is a holiday of miracles. Both children and adults look forward to it. The latter often begin training in the summer. Some people prefer to celebrate the New Year in a narrow family circle around the hearth, while others prefer to combine holiday weekends with travel. Where can you fly for the New Year? In this article we have collected everything for you the most interesting places on the planet where you can go with your significant other or children to spend the old year and meet the new one, while receiving a lot of impressions. It’s not without reason that they say: how you celebrate the New Year is how you spend it!
Beach holiday
It’s nice to celebrate the New Year on the shore of a warm sea in light clothes, while compatriots set off fireworks and burn fireworks wearing earflaps at -25. Undoubtedly, a holiday at sea in the middle of winter is one of the most popular among Russians.
Egypt
Of all the resorts for the New Year holidays, Russians most often choose Egypt.
The destination is popular due to the absence of sweltering heat. During the day it is quite warm here, you can swim and sunbathe, the temperature is comfortable, the nights are already cooler. This weather is more reminiscent of our Black Sea coast in September - the velvet season. During the New Year period, prices rise slightly, but compared to other resorts, the holiday is the most affordable.
Israel
A good alternative to Egypt, although the prices are a little higher. It’s better to go to Eilat: the swimming season here is open all year round.
The weather is not pleasant on hot days; wind, rain, and cloudy weather are possible here. But the Dead Sea does not lose its properties, and tourists take advantage of the opportunity and swim in any weather.
India, Goa
Asian beaches will greet Russian tourists with excellent weather. India is perfect from a climate point of view. In winter, the air temperature here ranges from 25 to 30 degrees, there is no heat, and there is no precipitation. The weather is considered comfortable for swimming and sunbathing.
Cola Beach - South Goa
There are more and more Russian-speaking guides and service personnel every year, as Goa is gaining popularity among Russian tourists.
Who wants to celebrate the holiday in an atmosphere of relaxation and exoticism against the backdrop of the exciting ocean, welcome to India. Elephant rides, crocodile farms, spice plantations, interesting shopping at local markets, snake shows and much more are just a small part of the entertainment besides swimming in the ocean.
Thailand
The destination is considered one of the most budget-friendly, and the weather is warm. The level of service is no worse than at expensive resorts.
Thailand is the perfect option to take your children out of winter into summer, feeding them with vitamins and sunshine before the long Russian winter and slushy spring.
The rainy season is already in the past, the water warms up to 26 degrees, the air temperature during the day is 25-30 degrees. For relaxation, it is better to choose the south-eastern coast; there will definitely not be any rain here. But on the western coast of the Malacca Peninsula, a rare rain can take you by surprise, but in general the weather favors a good holiday. Tourists spend almost the entire day on the beach, diving and surfing. On holidays, festivals are also organized here.
Thai baht - money in Thailand
China
The New Year on the Chinese tropical island of Hainan will be hot not only in the literal but also in the figurative sense of the word: tourists will experience the most vivid emotions and impressions. Various water shows, entertainment, and yacht parties take place here.
For those who adore the exotic, a holiday in the Dominican Republic or Malaysia is suitable. These paradises offer a luxurious holiday, but the fees are correspondingly much higher. The list of active recreation activities includes water sports: rafting, diving, surfing. Beginners should not be afraid: you can hire a personal instructor. The weather is favorable for excursions. In the Dominican Republic you can visit underground caves, walk through a national park, swim in beautiful reservoirs, and explore ancient palaces.
Maldives, Bahamas
Paradise holiday, excellent service, solitude, white sand and silence. Such a leisurely rest will restore the nervous system. Families with children, pensioners and just married or loving couples looking for peace and solitude will be comfortable here. Prices for such tours are the highest.
If a beach holiday isn't for you, now is the time go on New Year's holidays to Europe. It welcomes tourists with amazing fairs. Fragrant mulled wine, ginger cookies, braziers decorated with pine needles are integral attributes of Christmas markets. It is best to fly to Europe in the twenties of December, since Christmas, not New Year, is celebrated more widely here.
Finland
Visiting the residence of Santa Claus in Lapland is the dream of many children (and adults). New Year's holidays can be spent very actively here. For overnight stays, cozy, warm cottages are available for rent. Activities include outdoor games, reindeer riding, skiing and snowmobiling. The weather is not much different from the Russian winter: there is a lot of snow and the air temperature is not lower than -15. A truly winter fairy tale awaits you here.
England
London at the end of December is unusually beautiful: illuminations, fabulously decorated shop windows, festive fireworks over the Thames. Magic is in the air as Big Ben strikes. The weather is relatively warm: humid during the day, the air warms up to +5-(+7) degrees. At night the temperature is below 0 degrees. Here, as in St. Petersburg, it is better to carry an umbrella with you.
Italy
The New Year in this country will be remembered for its fun and scope. At the end of December, tours are relatively inexpensive. The holiday can be celebrated in Venice, Rome, Milan - it will be equally good everywhere. There is a large selection of excellent spa hotels, medieval castles and cruises. You can leisurely explore the sights and visit museums. At this time of year, the weather is akin to Russian autumn: the air temperature is up to +12 degrees, there may be rain. There is usually no snow in Rome, unlike the northern part of Italy.
Czech
Many tourists go to Prague to celebrate the New Year. This medieval city is famous for its particularly beautiful fireworks display, which takes place on January 1st. It is considered one of the most beautiful in Europe.
You can not only wander the streets, see the sights, but also have an active time. In winter, many Czech castles are accessible for visiting, and there are many open-air skating rinks. For ski lovers there are slopes in Karlovy Vary and on Lake Lipno. You can go skiing without leaving Prague: it has its own ski center.
As in other European cities, in Prague Christmas markets are open in every square, and on January 2, grand sales begin in boutiques and shopping centers. For shopping lovers, this is a great joy - 50-70% discounts.
Germany, Berlin and Munich
Germany truly seems like a real Christmas fairy tale. Fairs and markets with appropriate paraphernalia: the aroma of ginger and mulled wine is everywhere, the city streets are decorated with illuminated garlands. At the end of December there may be no snow, and the temperature does not drop below -5 degrees. Nevertheless, the holiday atmosphere is felt everywhere.
France
The most romantic New Year in Paris will turn out to be quite expensive at the beginning of the holiday weekend. Towards the end prices fall.
The city is decorated with illuminations, Christmas markets are everywhere and the smell of delicious food is everywhere. The best markets are on the Champs Elysees. The weather in Paris is akin to our autumn: rare rains, high humidity, cloudy and damp, temperatures up to +5. Snow is rare.
Latvia
New Year's weekend in Riga is notable for the fact that Here you can celebrate both Catholic and Orthodox Christmas. As in all European cities, they begin to prepare in advance, as early as November: they decorate the city with garlands, put up Christmas trees in the squares.
At the end of December, the city is already covered with a light white veil. It's time to stroll around the medieval city and see the sights.
Ski tours are also gaining popularity among tourists from all over the world. Tour operators can offer winter tourism centers for every taste and budget. There are quite a lot of European ski resorts, but the most popular in Europe are Salzburg, Tyrol, Zermatt and others.
Fans of winter sports will also enjoy the ski slopes of Finland and Russia. You can consider the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Serbia. There's a ski slope for every budget.
Alps
The Alps are considered the standard for this type of holiday. There are tracks for both beginners and professionals. It doesn’t matter if you don’t have equipment - everything can be rented on the spot. Accommodation is possible either in a separate hotel room or in an alpine house with a sauna and a swimming pool for several people.
Slopes of Turkey
In recent years, in the field of ski tourism, Türkiye is in no way inferior to European resorts. Holidays in Turkey for the New Year will cost about 20% less than in Europe.
There are a lot of advantages here.
- Flights from Russia are closer and cheaper.
- “All inclusive”, as during the summer holidays.
- The price of the lifts is usually included in the tour price.
Türkiye is now opening up to tourists from a new side.
Slopes of the Caucasus
The slopes of the Caucasus will compete with the Alps. The distinctive features of local resorts are as follows.
- Cheaper than European resorts.
- Wild nature.
- Less developed infrastructure.
- Hotels and inns for different budgets.
The Caucasus is famous for three directions.
1. Elbrus region
Skiers have several peaks at their disposal here.
- - the highest point for notorious extreme sports enthusiasts. Its Elbrus-Azau zone has gentle slopes and is suitable even for beginners.
- Gara-Bashi(a peak lower than Elbrus) for climbers.
- Cheget- a mountain with steep and difficult trails (one of the most extreme in the world). The danger here is the difference in height and the possibility of an avalanche.
The Elbrus region is far from Europe in terms of infrastructure development, but everything you need is there.
A small village with good slopes, within walking distance of which there are ski lifts. There are trails for both children and extreme professionals - wild trails on the northern slope, which can only be reached by helicopter. Infrastructure is being actively developed in Dombay, hotels and cottages are being built.
3. Krasnaya Polyana
The resort is closest to the European level. For the 2014 Olympics it was equipped with new lifts. We built a new road to the airport and 4 complexes with hotels and highways. There are also eco-houses for several families. The Rosa Khutor complex is considered the most expensive.
Holidays in Russia
There are many beautiful places in our country where you can go for the New Year holidays with your whole family. It is advisable to prepare in advance: book rooms or cottages early, buy tickets. After all, closer to the end of December they simply won’t be there.
Veliky Ustyug
New Year is a great opportunity to visit the residence of Father Frost. There is a whole entertainment program for children, which can last for several days, because the territory of the possessions of the main grandfather of the country is quite large. For families from further afield, there are hotels and cottages where you can stay. It is profitable to order a tour that includes travel, accommodation, meals, excursion program and other activities. Such New Year holidays will definitely be remembered by the child for the rest of his life.
Sochi
Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana have become a favorite destination for Russians and guests of the country. Especially after the 2018 World Cup. Couples and families with children come here for active recreation. Sochi Park is open for visiting, where you can meet heroes of various fairy tales, visit attractions, a dolphinarium, and ride on a skating rink around the festive tree. You can stroll through the Olympic Village and visit the Olympic venues. Children will appreciate the Riviera Dolphinarium and Oceanarium.
At Skypark you can admire the picturesque views from the longest suspension bridge in the world.
In Krasnaya Polyana, not only the ski slope is popular, but also the cable car, along which you can take an amazing sightseeing tour. You can also visit the Vorontsov Caves, a monkey nursery and many other interesting places.
Saint Petersburg
New Year in St. Petersburg is akin to the European one. Here they also organize Christmas markets in the squares, install Christmas trees, and conduct round dances. Concerts, dances, songs and, of course, fireworks over the Neva. The weather here is different from year to year: either the city is covered with snow, or it is raining. Therefore, traditionally, do not forget your umbrella.
New Year's holidays are great for excursions to the Hermitage and palaces.
Karelia
The north of Russia is the best place to celebrate the New Year with your family. This destination has become popular among tourists in recent years. Many recreation centers have appeared, comfortable cottages with baths and saunas are rented. A quiet and relaxing holiday amid the beautiful nature of the north. Perhaps someone will be lucky enough to see the northern lights. There is everything for active recreation here:
- ski slopes;
- snowmobiles;
- cheesecake riding;
- winter fishing.
Everyone will find something to their liking!
Altai and Baikal
Another direction in Russia that has been developing rapidly lately. Few tourists know that you can spend the winter holidays in Russia actively, brightly and inexpensively. New tourist recreation centers are opening in Altai and Baikal. Eco-hotels and eco-cottages are located far from populated areas, in picturesque places with the cleanest air and pristine nature. Prices here are 3-4 times lower than in Sochi, and the vacation is in no way inferior. You can steam in the sauna and immediately dive into the snow, ride cheesecakes, skis, and snowmobiles.
You can fly to almost anywhere in the world for the New Year. But it’s better to choose a vacation to suit your taste and budget in advance, book a hotel and tickets.
Video - Where to go on holiday in winter for the New Year. Where is it warm in winter?
As a rule, children look forward to winter holidays no less than summer ones. After all, winter is truly a fabulous time, especially for New Year’s travel. Every day there are more and more opportunities for an exciting and unforgettable family winter holiday. The choice of place for such a trip depends on financial capabilities, interests and the exact time of the expected departure. Many travel agencies offer a wide variety of offers for a good holiday for every taste and pocket. So, if you wish, you can choose a tour to warm and sunny countries or to ski resorts with beautiful landscape slopes.
Where can you relax during the New Year and Christmas holidays?
Relax on the beach
If you want to change the gray winter environment, then the best option for you would be a beach holiday in warm countries. There you and your children can soak up the warm rays of the sun on the colorful coastline. If you decide to go to a place where it is always sunny and warm, then such a popular country as Egypt will be an excellent place. It has a large influx of tourists, but there will certainly be a place for your family. The temperature of the Red Sea in winter in Egypt averages 22 degrees. The most popular resort in this country is Sharm El Sheikh. Almost all hotels here operate on an all-inclusive basis. In addition, you can have fun in water parks, dolphinariums, discos and excursions.
Do you admire oriental flavor? Then your family needs to visit Thailand, which amazes with its hospitality and caring attitude towards children. This country has divine views and truly heavenly places. Thailand is a country where the tourist season lasts all year round, and you can choose the resort that your heart desires. If quality service and beautiful nature are important to you, then the island of Cuba will be one of the most colorful countries for a winter holiday.
Latin American beaches are ready to welcome guests all year round. Here you will definitely find a resort for every taste. In winter, the temperature of the Caribbean Sea reaches 26 degrees. In addition, while vacationing in Cuba in winter, your family members will have a unique opportunity to attend numerous carnivals, dances, and also try local drinks and food. In general, there are a lot of countries for a winter holiday on the beach, but those listed above are the most proven and truly interesting.
Ski holidays
Winter holidays have many advantages. There are ski resorts in almost all popular tourist countries, where you can breathe in clean, cool air, and, of course, go skiing or go on cross-country skiing. A lot of countries offer ski holidays, but Bulgaria will offer you ample opportunities for a wonderful winter holiday. In addition, one cannot but rejoice at the moderate prices for ski resorts in Bulgaria. Moreover, the affordable cost of the tour in no way affects the quality of service. The most popular resorts in Bulgaria are: Vitosha, Bansko, Pamporovo and Borovets.
Ski holidays in Turkey are also considered one of the best. This country combines reasonable prices and excellent quality of service. Kartalkaya is considered a wonderful winter resort town in Turkey. Going there, you can enjoy perfectly clean snow and twenty equipped ski slopes. In addition, it is worth paying attention to such resorts as Uludag, Sarykamysh and Palandoken. If you want to have endless opportunities for recreation, entertainment and sports, then you should take a tour to Austria. This small country has a huge variety of ski resorts with slopes of all difficulty levels and glaciers, which allows them to operate all year round.
Holidays in Europe
Would you like to get up close and personal with the magnificent views, castles and other sights of Europe? No problem. Any travel agency will select an excursion or even a health tour for you to suit your taste and pocket. Excursion tours are a great opportunity to get acquainted with the culture, traditions and gorgeous views of European countries in one trip. Tours to Europe can be of very different duration and intensity. So you can go on Christmas holidays to Spain, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Greece and many other European countries. It all depends on your financial capabilities and personal preferences.
Holidays in Russia
If you don’t want to leave Russia, but are still waiting for a frosty winter to travel, then you can plan your winter holidays without leaving the country. So, you can go to snow-covered Siberia, where a rich excursion program and a lot of active entertainment will await you. Your best winter holiday can take place in Karelia, on Lake Baikal or in amazing places in Kamchatka.
How much does a winter holiday abroad cost?
If we talk about warm countries, then a vacation there in winter will cost you on average from $400 to $600. The cost of a holiday at ski resorts depends on its duration and starts from $600. As for sightseeing tours in Europe, everything depends on the chosen route and the countries themselves. All details and price ranges can be found in any travel company. The most budget-friendly winter holidays are trips to Russia. Your choice of where to go is purely individual.
When you decide on the desired tour or excursion trip around Europe, you should immediately order tickets (vouchers), book tours and pay for them. The advantages of early booking a tour are, firstly, a guarantee that you will get to the best and most popular hotel and, secondly, you will save a significant amount, since on average you can get about 30% discount on the entire cost of the tour.
Give your child the opportunity for new experiences and an unforgettable vacation abroad or in Russia. The fabulous places of the globe will definitely not leave you or your children indifferent.
The Federal Tourism Agency recommended that Russian tourists abandon plans to spend the New Year in Egypt. “There is no need to do this yet,” he said Head of the Federal Tourism Agency Alexander Radkov, who admitted that there is no alternative in terms of cost and flight time to the country of the pyramids.
New Year's trips are already an expensive pleasure, and after Rostourism advised compatriots to refrain from traveling to Egypt for the New Year holidays, tours to other destinations are sure to increase, experts warn. However, a vacation is something on which it is better not to save, but to overpay for your own safety and comfort. We have selected five popular countries in which you can relax, if not as cheap as in Egypt, but also warm, and most importantly, much calmer than in the country of the pyramids. By the way, if you think about the New Year holidays in advance and book hotels, plane tickets or tours now, you can save money, and the difference in prices between Egypt and Israel will not be so big.
India
Exciting ocean, warm sand, seductive smell of spices and lots of fresh and cheap fruit. A New Year's holiday in India is suitable for those who want to plunge into an atmosphere of exotic relaxation and at the same time get acquainted with the rich history of the country and visit the ancient Hindu temples. In addition, India is popular among diving enthusiasts - the beaches of Nicobar, Andaman and Lakshadweep islands are suitable for exploring the underwater world of this country.
Visa: To travel to India, Russian citizens need a visa, which can be issued at the visa center. The cost of the document is 3900 rubles. The visa is issued within 5-7 days.
Winter weather: Between October and March, Indian resorts experience favorable, warm weather. The average air temperature is from +25 to +30 degrees.
Travel time: You can get from Moscow to Delhi in 6 hours by direct flight.
Price: A week-long tour for the New Year in a three-star hotel in South Goa is offered on average for 70 thousand rubles for two. Meals - breakfasts.
Israel
Israel is one of the best alternatives to Egypt - the flight to this country will not take too much time, vacation prices are quite affordable, and Russian citizens do not need to apply for a visa. In addition, many Israeli resorts are located on the Red Sea coast. This direction is also supported by the fact that almost a quarter of the Israeli population speaks Russian fluently, which removes the difficulties of the language barrier.
Visa: Need not.
Winter weather: Winter on the Israeli coast is mild. At this time you can swim in the Red and Dead Seas.
Travel time: You can fly a direct flight from Moscow to Eilat in 4.5 hours.
Price: A seven-day tour in a four-star hotel in Eilat is currently offered for 51 thousand rubles for two (without meals).
Thailand
The popularity of Thailand among Russian travelers is growing every year - compatriots are attracted by the pleasant climate of this country, amazing nature, exotic cuisine, and, of course, the cleanest ocean. In addition, Thailand is famous for its low prices for food, jewelry, and clothing. True, trips to the resorts of this state are often not cheap, since most of the cost of the tour is air tickets. Russians living in the eastern part of the Russian Federation, from where it is not as far to fly to Bangkok as from Moscow, can have a relatively inexpensive holiday in Thailand.
Visa: Need not.
Winter weather: From October to March, the weather in Thailand is favorable for a beach holiday.
Travel time: The road from Moscow to Bangkok will take 9.5 hours, and from Irkutsk or Krasnoyarsk - 6.5 hours.
Price: The average cost of a trip to a three-star hotel in Phuket is 118 thousand rubles for two (flight from Moscow, breakfast).
Vietnam
In terms of exoticism and low prices, Vietnam is not inferior to Thailand, however, there are still significantly fewer tourists from Russia in this country than in Phuket and Pattaya. For residents of the eastern part of Russia, traveling to Vietnam will cost much less than for tourists from the central part of the Russian Federation.
Vietnam is good not only from the point of view of a beach holiday; the state is famous for its amazingly beautiful nature, cultural program and, of course, its cuisine. It should be noted that Vietnamese diving is considered one of the cheapest in the world.
Visa: If your trip to Vietnam does not exceed 15 days, then you do not need to obtain a visa.
Winter weather: In December-January, Vietnam is dry and hot. The average air temperature is +30 - +35 degrees.
Travel time: The road from Moscow to Ho Chi Minh City will take on average 10 hours, and from Vladivostok only 5.
Price: 10 days in a three-star hotel in Hanoi will cost 107 thousand rubles for two (breakfast included).
UAE
In the United Arab Emirates, you can not only celebrate the New Year, but also have a good time shopping - at this time large-scale sales begin in the country. However, the UAE will be of interest not only to shopaholics and beach lovers; this country is famous for its oriental bazaars and Arabic cuisine, which attract tourists. By the way, the New Year is celebrated in the Emirates on a special scale - three years ago, the most expensive Christmas tree in the world, decorated with jewelry worth $11 million, was installed in Abu Dhabi.
Visa: To travel to the UAE, Russian citizens need to obtain a visa (the cost of the service at the visa center is $75).
Winter weather: In winter, the UAE is warm and dry. The average temperature is from +20 to +30 degrees.
Travel time: A direct flight from Moscow to Abu Dhabi or Dubai will take on average 5 hours.
Price: A week-long tour for the New Year in Abu Dhabi will cost 89 thousand rubles for two (three-star hotel, breakfast included).
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