It's time to look for resorts where you can relax in the summer by the sea with your child or the whole family. In this material, we will look at all the best travel destinations in Russia and abroad, find out how much money to take and how to plan a vacation.
No matter how outraged lovers of cultural leisure, visiting museums and other aesthetes are about beach holidays, it remains extremely popular. Let’s not interfere in this dispute and express a certain point of view, but just look at how best to organize your vacation on the sea coast this year.
Among those who value beach holidays in the summer, where to go on vacation is one of the most significant questions. There are a lot of resorts, but that is why choosing the best one can be difficult. You can organize the information if you separate domestic and foreign directions.
It is better to choose not a resort, but a hotel or tour. Take an interest in the type of beach, its condition, air and water temperatures, and precipitation. If you have special preferences for the menu (vegetarian, gluten-free, baby food diets prescribed by a doctor), you need to immediately clarify where they offer what you need.
You should also be interested in entertainment, both inside the hotel and in its surroundings, the availability of excursions, their list and additional services. This is the only way to answer the question of where to go inexpensively to the seaside in the summer.
- The service will help you plan a trip with children; the search engine looks for trips online from major tour operators at competitive prices. This can be found on a separate page. We recommend searching for cheap flights through Skyscanner; it searches all airlines for the best flight deals.
Summer holidays at sea in Russia
In the Russian Federation, traditionally in the first place, where key leisure areas, entertainment areas, parks, hotels and sandy beaches are concentrated. You can lie on the sand in May and September. But as a destination to fly with a child in the summer, the Black Sea option is not suitable in June. The water is still too cold, towards the end of summer it will become too hot, sometimes it blooms in the sea.
When you don’t like this path, you should go to. Shallow waters, no mountains, but we definitely recommend this sea for family leisure in early June. Entertainment is organized at a decent level, the fee is relatively low. The absence of large cities can be considered a plus, as well as the low congestion of the beaches. It is not advisable to travel here in August; storms occur regularly, and the strong heating of the water increases the risk of contracting various infections.
Mallorca (Spain)
Where to go without a visa?
Countries that require a minimum of documents are not only the most popular ones and those that you can visit on your own. Visa-free flights are available to Russians both in and in Indonesia, and on Madagascar, and in Morocco.
If you can’t decide where to go abroad in the summer without a visa, you should book a trip to Montenegro, in (Tivat). The sandy shore is 2000 m distant, the operator is ICS Travel Group. The contribution to the operator is 35,000 rubles.
You can take a direct plane for 7700, the easiest conditions are with S7 - you need to sit in a seat for 200 minutes, takeoff will be from Domodedovo.
If you decide to go on holiday to Montenegro on your own in the summer, then first of all we recommend that you consider the Regent Porto Montenegro hotel, located 10 minutes drive from the air harbor, recently completed major renovation and has a range of spa services. For a long term it is better to rent without intermediaries. If you are interested in where to go to the seaside with children inexpensively, you will have to pay 123 thousand rubles for a single Deluxe room. The conclusion is obvious - find suitable options Living independently is not always easy. Booking tours from operators is easier and more profitable.
Life at Second Wind Hostel by MNL in Filipino Boracay Island flows close to the beach, the night infrastructure around is very developed. You can check into the hostel by paying its owners 2700; fee for double rooms starts from 9.4 thousand.
The luxury category is provided to those who pay 20,300 rubles. per week per person. For those looking for an answer to the question of where to holiday abroad in 2019, this resort is inaccessible - tours end already six months in advance, and at the moment (end of January), it is impossible to book Boracay for the summer through the same Travelata. There are simply no places anymore. Airplane flights will cost at least 25,000 rubles, and we will not take risks by going into the unknown.
Tivat (Montenegro)
Plan your own vacation:
- If you have a smartphone and are an active user of programs, then be sure to check out the best for tourists on Android and IOS (Iphone), which will make life abroad in an unfamiliar city much easier.
- Skyscanner will help you find the cheapest air tickets to seaside resorts:
- Find a hotel room according to your choice optimal price Among all the hotel databases on the Internet, RoomGuru will help:
- Don’t forget to take out insurance; the service we constantly use on our next trip is Tripinsurance, which helps us choose flexible terms for insurance.
Budget holidays at sea - the most pressing topic in summer period. You can organize a vacation for yourself not only in Russia, but also abroad.
About travel packages...
Independent trips to resorts are usually much cheaper than travel packages. But this rule does not always work. For a number of foreign destinations, it is sometimes cheaper to purchase a last-minute tour, the cost of which may even be lower than the flight. You can select such trips yourself on the appropriate resources.
Rules for finding a budget holiday
If you are planning to independently organize a budget holiday at sea for yourself, then you should be guided by the following rules:
- The first thing that will help you save money is not to go on vacation during the high season. When planning a vacation, you should focus on the beginning or end of the season. For domestic resorts this is May, early June and September. Firstly, at this time there is no such noticeable heat, and secondly, the sea is warm. And the prices differ significantly. If swimming in the sea is not a fundamental issue for you, and you are ready to relax by the pool and go on excursions, then in countries such as Bulgaria and Turkey, you can relax economically from October to April. During this period, even the most luxurious hotels offer significant discounts, so holidays become much more affordable. Many foreign resort complexes have heated swimming pools, which save the situation when the sea is cold.
- If you want to spend a vacation in Bulgaria and Turkey, then you should opt not for half board, but for everyone’s favorite concept. Initially, it may seem to you that you are overpaying extra money, but in fact, purchasing drinks and food will cost you much more.
- In order to organize the most budget-friendly seaside holiday abroad, you need to purchase last-minute tours or use the early booking service.
- Don't forget that traveling alone is much more expensive than traveling with a group.
Sochi and Adler
Sochi and Adler are an obvious solution for a budget holiday at sea in Russia. Airplane tickets Moscow - Adler are relatively inexpensive - from about 5,800 rubles. The low-cost carrier Pobeda still operates flights in this direction. You can buy cheaper tickets from this company - from a thousand rubles, but it is worth considering that they are sold out quickly.
You can rent a house in Sochi from 20 dollars (1200 rubles), in Adler it is much cheaper - from 10 dollars (600 rubles). You can eat at the resorts in budget canteens.
In Sochi, inexpensive rooms are offered by the three-star hotels “Rose of the Winds” and “Valentin”; the cost of a double room in them will cost 3,000 and 3,200 rubles per day. For a resort, such prices can be considered quite affordable. Both establishments have a good location - in the very center of the city.
The two-star complex “Nairi” offers double rooms with a balcony for 2,700 rubles. The hotel has a sauna, bar, massage, swimming pool and much more.
Fans of comfortable rooms and good service can recommend the four-star establishments Park Inn by Radisson and Zhemchuzhina; a stay in them per day will cost 4,600 and 5,200 rubles, respectively.
Accommodation in Adler
For those planning a budget holiday at sea in Russia, Adler may be an ideal option. The resort has not only expensive hotels, but also quite budget establishments and even guesthouses. The choice of housing is quite large. Among the proven hotels, we can recommend the three-star Almira (3,000 rubles) with excellent rooms and good service, and the more expensive Vesna complex (5,000 rubles), which has the most positive reviews and excellent infrastructure (swimming pool, sauna, tennis courts, massage).
Accommodation in four-star hotels in Adler will cost a little more. "AS-Hotel" offers double apartments from three thousand rubles. This is enough a budget option, since in more famous establishments rooms cost from seven thousand rubles.
Crimea
Speaking about a budget holiday at sea with children, it is worth paying attention to Crimea. In 2017, the cost of a Moscow-Simferopol plane ticket will cost about 7,000 rubles, and in the fall and spring it will be even cheaper. From Simferopol you can get to any resort on the peninsula.
Budget meals in Sudak, for example, will cost 200-300 rubles in a canteen (dinner, lunch, breakfast). If you want to order food in restaurants, then the amount of food expenses will increase to 500 rubles.
The most affordable seaside holiday in Russia can only be achieved if you live in the private sector. In Crimea, for example, you can choose small villages for recreation - Olenevka, Nikolaevka, Shtormovoe. In such places in guest houses you can find rooms for even three hundred rubles per day. Larger and more famous resorts have higher prices. The minimum cost of living increases to 600 rubles per room. The average cost of living in 2017 in the private sector starts from a thousand rubles for a double apartment. In general, the villages can be safely considered as a budget holiday on the Black Sea with children.
As for food, as a budget option you can consider various snack bars and canteens, national cafes, canteens at guest houses with home cooking, fast food establishments. Remember that the further you move from the coast, the lower the prices for food. In canteens and inexpensive cafes you can eat for two hundred rubles, and in an inexpensive restaurant for no less than 400 rubles. Food prices are more affordable in small resort villages. Accommodation and food in Yalta will cost much more than in other places, although budget places can be found here too.
Resorts of the Azov Sea
Budget holidays on the Azov Sea can be offered in the villages of Peresyp, Kuchugury and Ilyich. These small villages have good sandy beaches and little developed infrastructure. Here you can find accommodation mainly in guest houses and the private sector.
It will cost a little more to stay in the villages of Golubitskaya and Yeisk, which have fairly decent hotels, an embankment, a cafe and a park. The village of Golubitskaya also has a well-developed infrastructure. There is a night club, water attractions, mini-hotels and renting a house in the village of Ilyich in 2017 will cost 1.5-3 thousand rubles, in Taman and Peresyp - up to 2.5 thousand rubles, and in the village of Golubitskaya - up to 6 thousand rubles Accommodation in the private sector costs on average 250-600 rubles per day per person.
The resort villages of the Azov Sea are not so developed, but they are incredibly convenient for families with children. The warm, shallow sea is the best place for kids.
Italy
If you are looking for options for a budget holiday at sea in European countries, then you should pay attention to Italy. From Moscow you can get inexpensive tickets to the main cities of the country - Milan, Rome, Venice. The cost of flights to these destinations is always cheaper (from 9,000 rubles) than to small cities. And you can get directly to the resorts by local buses.
A budget holiday at sea in Italy can be organized at one of the most famous resorts - Rimini. Of course, accommodation in local hotels cannot be called cheap - from $35 per room per night, but such offers are quite rare. On average, you should aim for 50-100 dollars per day. As for meals, the minimum cost for breakfast is $4, lunch is $7, and dinner is over $10.
It is worth noting that Rimini is famous for its beaches and warm water with a shallow sunset, so the resort is perfect for a budget seaside holiday with children. The resort has a well-developed infrastructure and a good choice hotels for every taste and budget. Rimini is also popular among young people.
Bulgaria
In Bulgaria, you can organize the most budget holiday on the Black Sea abroad, which is why all local resorts are incredibly popular among tourists. Sunny Beach is considered the most democratic place to relax. The fine sand on the beaches and the gentle entrance to the sea have long been loved by supporters of beach and sea holidays. The coast is about forty meters wide, and it stretches eight kilometers in length. In modest hotels you can rent a small room for $19 per night.
An even more budget-friendly holiday on the Black Sea can only be found in small Bulgarian seaside villages and towns. In such areas there are many two- and three-star hotels, as well as guest houses in the private sector. Local residents often rent out the upper floors of their houses to tourists. Holidays in Kranevo, Balchik, Nessebar, Sveti Vlas, Pomorie, Ravda and Tsarevo can be economical.
Sometimes tours to Bulgarian resorts can be purchased at very affordable prices (from 20 thousand rubles). And promotional offers can be even more attractive. And this despite the fact that the tour price includes accommodation, flights, insurance and transfer.
Bulgaria is interesting to many travelers because it offers budget holidays at sea in September. At this time the air temperature drops to +25 degrees, no summer heat and heat, and sea water remains still warm. In September it is good to relax in Nessebar, Sofia, Sozopl, Balchik, Plovdiv and Varna. The cost of living at resorts is reduced because there is no large influx of tourists.
Croatia
Croatia can offer a budget holiday at sea abroad. The cost of a round trip ticket from Moscow to Dubrovnik, Pula or Split is 13 thousand rubles. In such well-known hotels, prices are quite high. You can rent an economy room for $30. And, for example, in Dubrovnik you will have to pay at least $40 for a night in a guesthouse, and the establishment will be located far from the historical center. Room rates in four-star hotels start at $130.
If you consider small towns, such as Plat and Cavtat, as a holiday destination, you can save a lot. Resort villages offer clear seas, fresh air and beautiful beaches on the Adriatic coast. What else do you need for a vacation with kids?
Cyprus
Cyprus can also be considered as a place for a budget holiday at sea in the summer. The cost of a flight from Moscow to Larnaca in the summer is about 10,600 rubles. Pobeda airlines now fly to Cyprus. Sometimes flying to a country can be incredibly inexpensive, especially if you are lucky enough to take advantage of a promotion from one of the airlines. But saving on accommodation in Cyprus is not so easy. The most budget rooms in Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos cost at least $33 per night. On average, the cost of hotel rooms ranges from 40-60 dollars.
Meals at an inexpensive establishment will cost up to $50 per day per person. For those who want to save money, we can recommend purchasing food in supermarkets. As a budget option, you can rent a studio with a kitchen, then you will have the opportunity to greatly reduce food costs.
Greece
A more budget-friendly option for a seaside holiday, unlike Cyprus, can be organized in Greece. A flight from Moscow to Athens or Thessaloniki will cost approximately 8,800 rubles. But tickets to Corfu, Crete and Rhodes are much more expensive (12,000 rubles).
Accommodation in the most inexpensive hotel in Thessaloniki will cost about $25 per day for a double apartment, in Crete - $29. But in Rhodes you can find cheaper establishments; for $17 they will offer you a completely acceptable room.
Budget meals in an inexpensive cafe will cost on average about 15 dollars a day (dinner - 6, lunch - 5, and breakfast - 4 dollars). On average, a holiday in Greece will cost a tourist at least 250-350 dollars per week.
Türkiye
Whatever one may say, Turkey is again leading the list of countries with seaside resorts. It is here that you will find the most budget-friendly seaside holiday abroad. Many Russians have chosen Turkish resorts and have long felt at home there. Here you can not only relax comfortably on the Black or Mediterranean Sea, but also do shopping, as well as see local beauty and attractions. The main advantage of Turkish hotels is excellent animation, good infrastructure and, of course, All Inclusive.
The cost of a holiday in Turkey depends on the time of year, resort and season. So, for example, a vacation in Antalya costs about $200, in Kemer - $250, but in Istanbul - $350. A two-week tour for two can be purchased for between $1,000 and $1,500. And if you’re lucky and manage to find a last-minute ticket, then the cheapest vacation at sea in the fall can cost half as much as in the season. Russians prefer Turkish resorts for the opportunity to have good rest and nutrition, for numerous attractions and the cleanest sea.
Egypt
Egypt, together with Turkey, leads the list of budget countries for seaside holidays. This direction has long been studied by Russians. Egypt offers tourists good service, warm climate, good infrastructure and plenty of entertainment. All this can be had for $250 for a week's stay.
The gentle sun, the Red Sea and all-inclusive are what tourists strive to get to Egypt for. Do not forget that local attractions - ancient architectural monuments: the Sphinx, pyramids, Luxor - also arouse considerable interest. These places are a must visit for every traveler.
Thailand
Another budget option for a seaside holiday is Thailand. This country is no less popular as a beach and seaside resort than Egypt and Turkey. The high season in Thailand begins around mid-autumn and ends at the beginning of winter. Therefore, the cheapest tours are in May and April.
A ten-day holiday in Thailand will cost 700-800 dollars. Experienced tour operators believe that this is the country where you can relax the cheapest in 2017. This is due to the fact that in any region of the country you can have a wonderful holiday for 15-25 dollars. per day. If you decide to visit the country on your own, then you should expect that you will need about $400 per month for housing, provided you rent an apartment in the center of Pattaya.
But on islands such as Chang, Phuket, Phi Phi, Koh Samui, you can rent a room for only 150-200 dollars per month. If you do not consider yourself a spoiled person, you can find a room for $90.
The advantage of holidaying in Thailand is that food is incredibly cheap here. Therefore, food costs mere pennies. One hundred dollars a month will be enough for food. You can have a delicious lunch in any cafe for two dollars, but lunch in a restaurant will cost six dollars.
Vietnam
Vietnam - amazing a nice place. Here you can find many places practically untouched by human hands. IN last years The popularity of Vietnamese resorts is increasingly growing. And despite this, holidays in the country remain as affordable as before. For ten dollars a day in Vietnam you can live, eat, go on excursions and go for a massage. And if you have $20 a day in your budget, you won’t be able to deny yourself anything at all. For a wonderful vacation for a month, it is enough to have 400-500 dollars in your pocket (not counting the cost of flights).
Goa (India)
Goa is also a popular budget destination. Here, with 100 dollars, you can have a great holiday and not deny yourself anything, especially if you decide to visit North Goa.
Holidays at a resort are very cheap for Europeans, especially away from cities. The cost of holidays in Goa increases in winter, as this is the high season.
For a budget holiday, we can recommend purchasing a trip in the off-season, then the tour along with the flight can cost from $400. If you choose to stay in a cheap guesthouse rather than a hotel, you can save up to 30% of your budget. Goa is popular among our compatriots due to its good tropical climate and the opportunity to relax practically all year round.
Abkhazia
Don’t forget that Abkhazia can also offer a budget holiday at sea. Since it is located near Russia, there is no need to spend money on expensive flights. Many tourists go to Abkhazia because of the opportunity to have an inexpensive holiday on the Black Sea, especially since Russians do not need any additional documents (passports and visas). And the road to Abkhazian resorts does not take much time.
If your budget is not too large, then you can stay in the private sector, where the cost of budget housing ranges from 300-350 rubles per person per day. More comfortable apartments will cost about 500 rubles. In general, a week-long vacation without travel will require you from approximately 5,600 to 10 thousand rubles per tourist. In the private sector, accommodation is much cheaper than in boarding houses and sanatoriums. If we talk about a budget holiday in Abkhazia, then you will need approximately 22 thousand rubles for two. Having 30 thousand rubles, you can also afford to see the wonderful sights of this amazing region.
Budget holiday at sea in August
August is here, and summer is coming to an end, so many are trying to grab a piece of sun and warmth on the sunny coast, and therefore are wondering where they can go to the resort at this time.
The most budget holiday can be organized in Abkhazia. A holiday in Croatia will be no less successful. At this time the weather is ideal for sea swimming. The hotel complexes of the resorts are not as luxurious as in other countries, but their prices are also more acceptable, and therefore Croatia is ideal for a budget holiday. In August, the air temperature is +30 degrees and the water temperature is +26 degrees.
At the end of summer, many resorts in southern Europe simply languish under scorching sun, so not everyone wants to come here. But Portugal in August is comfortable for a holiday in every sense. The water temperature on the Atlantic coast is +20 degrees, and the air temperature is +25-27 degrees.
Incredible comfortable conditions holidays on the island of Madeira. Portugal has many well-preserved historical monuments that will be of interest to tourists.
The Canary Islands are also good for an August holiday. At this time, the daytime temperature reaches +29 degrees, and the ocean warms up to +23 degrees.
In August, most European resorts are not very comfortable for relaxation due to the heat, but the flow of tourists to them does not weaken. Türkiye, Greece, Spain and Cyprus are still popular. Vacationers often prefer to go to more northern areas of the resorts: Corfu, Paphos, Rimini, etc.
As for budget resorts on the Black Sea, Abkhazia, Georgia, Bulgaria, Sochi, Adler and villages on the Azov Sea are still relevant in August. At this time, prices at domestic resorts are not the most affordable, but you can find acceptable options.
Where to go in the summer without a visa if the vastness of the Fatherland is not at all attractive? 
Most suitable for beach holiday in the summer of countries where Russians do not need a visa in 2019:
- . A visa is not required for up to 30 days.
- Russians can stay in it without a visa for 60 days.
- A visa is not required if your stay does not exceed 90 days.
- Russian tourists can vacation in the country for 30 days without a visa.
- . Excellent weather allows you to relax at sea without a visa for 90 days.
- and A visa is not needed, but it is better to vacation in these countries in winter, when there is no rainy season. In summer it is very hot, humid and stuffy.
- And . In the summer, Russian tourists relax there, but at this time it also rains there very often.
- You can stay in this European country for 30 days without a visa.
- Russians can surf the Internet throughout the day. Therefore, it can also be considered free for travel.
The cheapest summer vacation is Türkiye. There are also inexpensive last-minute tours to Thailand and Vietnam. You can find good tours at reasonable prices to both Cyprus and Montenegro.
European countries
The first place where one looks in search of a country where one can relax without a visa is the state of Eastern Europe– and not far, and not very expensive, and many beautiful views, and in terms of mentality they are quite close.
Many Eastern European countries accept travelers from Russia without obtaining an entry permit.
Table: terms and conditions of entry into visa-free countries in Europe
| What kind of sea is there in the country? | Permitted length of stay | Required documents |
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| Albania | Ionian | 90 | international passport Return ticket |
| Israel | Red Mediterranean Galilean | 90 | Medical insurance Return ticket international passport |
| Cyprus | Mediterranean Cypriot | 90 | international passport Electronic visa |
| Macedonia | 90 | international passport Confirmation of solvency Honey. insurance |
|
| Türkiye | Black Mediterranean Aegean Marble | 60 | international passport |
| Montenegro | Adriatic | 90 | International passport |
Useful video. Where to go to sea without a visa in the summer - advice from an experienced tourist.
European countries for a visa-free holiday:
- Albania - during the summer (from April 1 to October 31), an entry permit is not required for a stay of up to 3 months.
- Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro - will be accepted for one month, you must have a hotel reservation, a tourist voucher and documents indicating the amount of financial support.
- You are allowed to stay in Israel for up to 90 days; In addition to a foreign passport and proof of solvency, you will need to book a room and have tickets with closed dates.
- On the territory of Macedonia, it is permissible to relax in the summer for all 3 months, upon presentation of a medical insurance policy and proof of solvency when crossing the border.
- You are allowed to explore the tourist attractions of Serbia for a month, with the exception of Kosovo, to visit which you need a Schengen visa from another country.
- The popularity of Turkey is supported by a visa-free period of 2 months.
- Cyprus – in 2019, Russians need provisions, which can be issued online in 1 day for free.
- Serbia - in the summer it is very comfortable to relax in this country, although there is no sea. .
It’s very easy to get to the sea without a visa - just stock up on a foreign passport and hotel reservation, get medical insurance and a card with a sufficient number of banknotes, and you can hit the road, fortunately Albania, Turkey and Montenegro have a long coastal border.
You should not stay in the country beyond the permissible visa-free period, otherwise you may be subject to forced deportation from the territory of the state and a ban on entry.
South American countries
South America offers even more options for going on vacation in the summer without the hassle of completing additional documents. Most of its states hospitably open their borders to “visa-free” tourists.
Terms and conditions for visa-free stay in South American countries (table)
| State | Maximum stay, days | Special conditions |
| Antigua and Barbuda | 30 | Return tickets Confirmation of financial status |
| Argentina | 90 | |
| Botswana | 90 | It is advisable to have tickets and a bank card |
| Brazil | 90 | |
| Bahamas | 90 | |
| Barbados | 28 | Documents evidencing financial solvency |
| Venezuela | 90 | |
| Guyana | 90 | |
| Haiti | 90 | |
| Grenada | 90 | |
| Guatemala | 90 | |
| Honduras | 90 | |
| Dominica | 21 | Availability of return tickets Documents confirming the presence of finances |
| Dominican Republic | 60 | |
| Colombia | 90 | Tickets Confirmation of financial independence |
| Costa Rica | 30 | |
| Cuba | 90 | Tickets Required funds in the amount of USD 50 per person per day |
| Nicaragua | 90 | |
| Paraguay | 90 | |
| Peru | 90 | |
| Salvador | 90 | If you have valid US, Canadian or Schengen visas |
| Uruguay | 90 | |
| Chile | 90 | |
| Ecuador | 90 |
As can be seen from the table, the lion's share of countries on the distant continent accept tourists who have not obtained a visa for a fairly long period of time, without setting particularly complex requirements.
Asian countries
Where to go on vacation if you want something exotic and eat sufficient quantity free funds?
Of course, to Asia - alluring, mysterious, shocking.
There are far fewer countries here that are willing to admit a traveler who is not burdened with a full set of accompanying documents.
Table: terms and conditions of entry into visa-free countries in Asia
| What kind of sea is there in the country? | Permitted length of stay | Required documents |
|
| Azerbaijan | Caspian | 90 | International passport |
| Bahrain | Arabian | 14 | Hotel room reservation confirmation Return ticket International passport Migration card Important! Visa cost – 66 USD |
| Vietnam | South China | 15 | Return ticket International passport |
| Georgia | Black | 365 | International passport |
| Indonesia | Seram Mollukskoe Timorese Bally Arafura Andaman Javanese South China Sulawesi | 30 | Return ticket International passport Hotel room reservation confirmation Confirmation of financial solvency |
| Jordan | Dead | 30 | Hotel room reservation confirmation International passport Important! A visa to Jordan costs 40 dinars |
| Kuwait | Persian Gulf | 30 | Return ticket International passport Confirmation of financial solvency Important! Visa cost – 20 USD |
| Malaysia | Andaman South China | 30 | Migration card international passport Availability Money based on 500 USD per person Return ticket |
| Maldives | Laccadive | 30 | Migration card International passport Return ticket |
| Myanmar | Andaman | 28 | Flights International passport Two photographs Important! The cost of a visa for 28 days is 20 USD |
| United Arab Emirates | Persian Gulf (Arabian Sea) | 30 | Hotel room reservation confirmation international passport Return ticket |
| Thailand | Andaman South China | 30 | international passport Migration card |
| Philippines | South China | 30 | international passport Return ticket Confirmation of financial solvency |
| Sri Lanka | Laccadive | 30 | international passport Migration card Electronic permission Hotel room reservation confirmation Return ticket |
You can enter Vietnam for up to 15 days, provided you do not cross the borders of neighboring countries. In addition to your passport, you will need to present your return tickets.
Small states, lost among the vastness of the Pacific Ocean, accept travelers who do not care about a visa for one month.
Table: terms and conditions for visa-free countries in Oceania
You are allowed to vacation in Vanuatu for up to 30 days, provided that you present return tickets, have a reserved hotel room, and confirm that the tourist has sufficient funds.
The same conditions will be required, but you can rest one day longer.
When entering the Northern Mariana Islands, you will need to obtain a visit permit in advance from the Department of the Islands. Under normal conditions, you are allowed to stay here for up to 1 month. If you have return tickets on hand, this period is extended to 45 days.
For a month you can live in Micronesia, Tuvalu and Western Samoa. In Niue – 31 days.
All conditions for living without a visa are quite easy to implement, and it is not necessary to spend time and money on obtaining it.
Traveling alone is great. You decide what time you get up, when, where and what to have lunch, what to see, in what order and at what speed. This is a unique chance to try something that you probably wouldn't dare or wouldn't be able to do if you had someone else with you, whether it's a week in a tent camp in Central America, surfing in Latin America, or a motorcycle ride across the South. East Asia. In addition, if you travel with friends, the likelihood that you will meet someone is negligible (and why, you ask, because you already have interlocutors and fellow travelers).
The only thing that can - and should - stop you from traveling alone are two questions: “How safe is where you are going?” and “How happy are the people there, do they easily make contact with foreigners, will you be a welcome guest or an alien?” Research agencies have thought about everything for us and compiled lists of safe and happy countries, assigning them indices of safety (Global Peace Index, hereinafter - safety) and happiness (Happy Planet Index, hereinafter - life satisfaction).
And now, 10 countries where you can safely travel alone.
1. New Zealand
Security: 4
Life satisfaction: 24
In New Zealand, which became the setting for the film saga "The Lord of the Rings", solo travelers can get lost in the rainforests, among mountain peaks The Southern Alps or the glaciers of the South Island and meet incredibly friendly and chatty New Zealanders who are happy to welcome foreigners who have traveled so far to see their country.
2. Norway
Security: 10
Life satisfaction: 22
The minimum program in Norway is a trip along the western and northern coasts on the Hurtigruten ferry with stops in small port villages, many hours of walks along the fjords in the area of Bergen and Stavanger, the sight of which will take your breath away, and the chokeberry with which Norwegians decorate streets and squares and which you can collect in a paper bag to refresh yourself while walking through the Vigeland sculpture park in Oslo.
3. Switzerland
Security: 5
Life satisfaction: 30
The fact that many businessmen and large companies prefer to keep their capital in Swiss banks should indicate that it is truly safe here. Arm yourself with a comfortable pair of hiking boots and a Swiss Rail Pass, valid on trains, trams and ferries, and begin exploring Zurich as if it was made for walking, then head to the shores of Lake Geneva for the bistros, nightlife and museums of Montreux and Lausanne, and after that - to Italian-speaking Ticino in the south of Switzerland.
4. Costa Rica
Security: 42
Life satisfaction: 1
The people of Costa Rica are the happiest in the world: crystal clear rivers, evergreen nature reserves and national parks with rich flora and fauna, the Pacific coast with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. And why shouldn’t Costoricans be happy?
5. Austria
Security: 3
Life satisfaction: 42
It’s difficult to get lost in the small and friendly Austrian capital, even if you don’t have a miracle navigator, a guidebook, or a pocket map from your hotel with you. All you need is to go from one concert hall in another, visit museums encountered along the way and art galleries and stop in pleasant cafes, not in a particular hurry to leave them - which is very “Viennese”.
6. Vietnam
Security: 45
Life satisfaction: 2
In Vietnam, everyone smiles at you: the lazily stretching motorbike taxi drivers; street vendors offering everything from fried bananas to reprinted guidebooks and $5 Ray-Bans; old ladies doing aerobics in the park; schoolchildren wearing pioneer ties; waiters who brought you the wrong bill or mixed up your order; old people who sit almost all day in street cafes and leisurely sip strong Vietnamese iced coffee. Don't be surprised if someone tells you that you have beautiful hair or a high nose, or invites you to a family dinner after a 10-minute conversation. This is Vietnam, this happens here.
7. Chile
Security: 30
Life satisfaction: 19
Chileans are a good-natured and friendly people who are happy to welcome brave travelers who are ready to explore a country that stretches 4,630 kilometers from north to south. Head north to the Atacama Desert or south to the island of Chiloe or the magical land of Patagonia, but don't forget to leave a few days for Santiago to try Chilean sado and make friends with a local family you can visit regularly.
Alexandra Savina
In summer you can survive in the city, but according to tradition, I desperately want to escape to the sea at least for a while. The only pity is that desires do not quite coincide with possibilities: the specific economic situation, together with the dollar and euro exchange rates, does not spare anyone. But if you really want to, then you can - especially if you approach the issue rationally and with restraint. We're talking about ten seaside resorts where you can have a good rest on a small scale and not feel deprived.
Abrau-Durso
When it comes to Abrau-Durso, the first thing that comes to mind is the sparkling wine factory of the same name. It’s worth going on a tour only if you’re not afraid of the huge flow of tourists: to avoid the crowds, it’s better to go before the first tour (10 am) or in the afternoon - at 4–5 pm. But they love Abrau-Durso not for the champagne, but for untouched nature and beautiful wild beaches. At the height of the season, instead of the crowded beach of the village of Durso, it is better to go a few kilometers from the center, to the area of the Zvezdny boarding house: getting into the water here is not easy because of the sharp stones, but there is a pier. A little further, behind the beach of the boarding house, there is a place with a good entrance to the water - those who relax with tents like to stay here. If you want to live in a quiet place away from tourists, you can choose a slightly more expensive accommodation option - the relatively recently opened “Round Lake” estate, from which it is about one and a half kilometers to Lake Abrau.
About a month ago, the MARS Center for Audiovisual Arts, a branch of the Moscow center, opened in Abrau-Durso. The organizers promise to continue the line begun in Moscow and present the works of audiovisual artists from all over the world - so there will be time for a cultural program.
Sukhum
In the last year or two, Russian tourists are increasingly paying attention to Abkhazia: they are captivated by the untouched nature, the relative cheapness of travel and the visa-free regime. You can get to Sukhum by train (it will take a day and a half), or you can come from Sochi - there is a regular bus from the city center to the border. When choosing Abkhazia for a trip, you need to be prepared for what awaits you: there is no developed infrastructure or resort services, and even after more than twenty years you can still notice traces of military operations, which are especially visible in Sukhum. Among the attractions of Sukhum are an excellent botanical garden, a monkey nursery preserved from Soviet times, which, however, leaves behind a sad impression, and Bagrat Castle, from which beautiful view to the city.
It is not necessary to limit your trip to one city: from Sukhum you can get to the famous high-mountain Lake Ritsa, as well as New Athos and Gagra. Experienced tourists advise looking for clean sea and air on the outskirts of the village of Ldzaa, in the area of the former fish factory: unlike neighboring Pitsunda, here the wild beaches are quiet and uncrowded, even at the height of the season. A separate point of the program is the famous beach with Pitsunda pine trees.
Sozopol
Bulgaria
Bulgaria is one of the few countries where Russian tourists have been going for inexpensive holidays for decades. The famous Bulgarian resorts of Golden Sands and Sunny Beach are suitable for you only if you are not afraid of the attributes of the resort area and a beach holiday surrounded by tourists. You should opt for the less popular and more cozy Sozopol; it is distinguished from other similar resort towns by its historical center. To get around Old city, half a day is enough, but from it it is easy to get to Nessebar, Varna and even Istanbul - provided that your visa allows you to enter Bulgaria more than once.
Instead of city beaches filled with tourists, it is better to go to the clean one located near Sozopol. sand beach Kavatsite - you can get to it by taxi or by train that comes from the city. Kavatsite is also loved by tourists, but there is always a place on the beach. It’s better to have lunch not in beach cafes, but at a campsite nearby - prices are lower there. A feature of all Bulgarian beaches that is worth considering when planning a trip: in July and August there can be a lot of algae and jellyfish in the sea.
Perast
Montenegro
A big plus of Montenegro: you don’t need a visa here, which means you can go on a trip at the last moment. Instead of the crowded beaches of Budva (although it’s also worth visiting here and spending at least half a day exploring the historical center of the city), you can choose the tiny town of Perast for relaxation - it is less suitable for a traditional beach holiday, but there are an order of magnitude fewer tourists here. In quiet Perast there are few attractions: you can go to the maritime museum, look into several city churches and climb the 55-meter bell tower, which offers an excellent view of the city. Perast is quite remote from tourist places - the easiest way is to rent a car here to easily get to them on your own, but there is also public transport. From here it is good to explore the Bay of Kotor: look into Kotor, Herceg Novi, Risan. If you still want a classic beach holiday, you can go to Ploce beach near Budva - they love it for its clean water and free pools with sea water. You can get to it by car or by bus from Budva, which runs every half hour.
There are two islands near Perast: the island of St. George, closed to tourists, and the man-made island of Gospa od Shkrpela (“Madonna on the Reef”), built on top of the reef. The second island can be reached in 7-10 minutes by boat departing from the Perast pier. If you are in the area of the island on July 22, you can stop by the local festival: city residents traditionally throw stones into the water near the island once a year - this helps stop the erosion of the island by the sea.
Essaouira
Due to the rather expensive air ticket, Morocco can hardly be called a truly budget tourist destination, but this country is gradually occupying the niche left by Turkey and Egypt. Essaouira bears little resemblance to other Moroccan cities and is more reminiscent of Europe. Because of strong wind swimming here is more difficult than in Agadir, crowded with tourists, but the high ocean waves are especially loved by surfers: the season here is open from April to August. In order to get around the historical center of the city and the main attractions, half a day is enough - the rest of the time you can wander through the narrow streets, bargain at the souk (local market), watch the fishermen in the port and enjoy the views.
Early in the morning at the fish market you can buy fresh seafood, which, if desired, will be immediately grilled for you. An obligatory point of the program is to try orange juice, which will be prepared before your eyes using a press (life hack - if you choose your favorite juice seller and go only to him, in addition he will treat you with sweet oranges for free). If you want to feel the spirit of Morocco, you should stay in riads - traditional Moroccan houses with patio converted into hotels. From Essaouira it is easy to get to other Moroccan cities - Marrakesh and the traditional resort Agadir, where tourists from Russia mainly buy tours; Convenient regular buses run between cities. Don’t give in to the desire to save even more; it’s better to choose buses from large companies: Supratours and CTM.
Odessa
After well-known events, the path of Russians to Odessa, as well as to other Ukrainian cities, is difficult and thorny (in order to avoid problems at the border, it is very advisable to obtain an invitation from one of the locals), but tourists continue to flock there for the sake of the unique Odessa atmosphere and the image that has developed from the city over the years. If you still choose Odessa for your vacation, there are several points of the obligatory program: look at Cathedral Square with the Spaso-Preobrazhensky Cathedral, look into Shevchenko Park, which offers an excellent view of the sea, walk along the Potemkin Stairs, look at the famous Privoz and bargain . It is worth a look at the Literary Museum, located in the former palace of Prince Gagarin: there you can arrange with guides about a private thematic tour of Odessa - guests of the city especially love literary excursions.
It is worth considering that at the height of the season, even paid Odessa beaches are crowded - local residents advise going to the beaches in small seaside villages such as Gribovka, Zatoka and Sergeevka. Tourists often stay there with tents right on the seashore - however, these places still cannot be called deserted.
Suya
Crete, Greece
Biggest greek island We are warmly loved by tourists: there are not only excellent beaches, but also many attractions (you probably remember about the famous Knossos Palace and the myths associated with it from school lessons stories). But even here you can find unobvious places and routes: for example, by renting a car, you can get from Chania to Sougia, a former fishing village that has long been a favorite vacation spot for hippies. Now Suya is loved primarily for its untouched nature, and many still come here to spend the night in tents. In addition, Sougia attracts lovers of hiking and trekking: scenic routes to the ruins of Eliros and Lissos begin from here.
You can take a ferry from Sougia to Ayia Roumeli and walk along the Samaria Gorge - the trekking route here is quite gentle, but it’s worth choosing comfortable shoes and still bring trekking poles. The route is quite long, so it is important to calculate the time and effort to catch the return ferry. It’s worth taking care of accommodation in Suya in advance, since there are few accommodation options in the small village: Booking.com, for example, offers only 7 hotels.
Malaga
With the current euro exchange rate, Spain can no longer be called a budget destination, but this is still compensated by Spanish democracy (which, of course, also varies from city to city). If you've already been to Barcelona and the surrounding area, you can head south to Malaga - an Andalusian resort that the Spaniards themselves love. True, one must take into account that in a hot climate, the average water temperature here does not exceed 22 degrees, and local residents have practically no knowledge English language. In Malaga, it is worth paying attention to the 11th century fortress towering over the city and the Picasso Museum. Last year, a branch of the Russian Museum opened in the city: on July 20, an exhibition dedicated to Marc Chagall and his contemporaries will open here.
In mid-August, Malaga hosts an annual fair that lasts a whole week: during the day, city residents take to the streets dressed in national costumes, sing and dance, and at night go on rides. It is worth considering that citywide fun also has back side: During the fair, many establishments are closed, and in order to find a working pharmacy, you may have to go around half the city. From Malaga you can get to Seville and Granada, and if you want to save money, feel free to choose an intercity bus instead of a train - it will take longer, but the road will still be comfortable.
Split
Croatia
When planning a vacation, it is worth considering that a trip to Croatia will cost more than a vacation in neighboring Montenegro, and the sea here in June can still be quite cold. If you still decide to visit Croatia and do not want to live in Dubrovnik, which is popular with tourists, you can opt for the port city of Split. The main attraction here is the palace of the Roman emperor Diocletian, which has been well preserved to this day and, together with the historical center of Split, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In addition to the historical center, it is worth paying attention to the cozy Veli Varos district, which tourists undeservedly deprive of attention. From the city center you can walk to Marjan Park, located on a hill: there are several observation platforms that offer excellent views of the city and the sea. You can take a leisurely stroll through the park on foot, or you can rent a bicycle. It’s not easy to climb in the heat, so it’s better to take it with you more water and take care of comfortable shoes.
If Split gets boring, you can try to get from it to the Krka National Park, Plitvice Lakes and other cities: Sibenik, Trogir and Omiš. If you want to see more wildlife, from the Split bus station you can get to Brela - a small village buried in pine trees with picturesque nature and minimal infrastructure. The village is most suitable for a quiet holiday, and mostly families with children settle here - it is worth considering that at 10–11 pm most establishments already close. You should look for uncrowded beaches further away from the center of Brela.
