Much cheaper at sea. The cheapest seaside vacation

Even the most unpretentious vacation in the seaside resorts of Russia for the average family requires certain savings. Winter is the best time to start preparing for the holidays and "lay the route". What can the Black Sea coast offer us in 2019?

What will help you save

The concept of "inexpensive" is different for everyone, so we will focus on average prices. Contrary to the general opinion that prestigious resorts are too expensive, you can also relax on a budget in Sochi, and in Yalta. The main thing is to find cost items that can be minimized:

Everyone would like to bring back from vacation not only a tan, but also impressions.

You should not refuse sightseeing trips, you can see all the interesting historical and natural sights on your own.

In the vicinity of the Krasnodar and Crimean resorts, there are a large number of interesting places that can be reached by public transport, while saving about 50% of the cost of an organized excursion. You can inexpensively relax on the Black Sea in boarding houses and sanatoriums. The cost of the tour usually includes not only accommodation, but also meals.

Rest in the settlements of Greater Sochi

In Greater Sochi, there are many budget options for relaxing on the cleanest beaches in the surrounding villages.

Loo village

Loo- a quiet cozy resort, suitable for families with children. With the onset of the season, almost the entire village turns into mini-hotels. Depending on the set of amenities in a private house, you can stay at a price of 400 rubles. per day.

The average cost of accommodation in comfortable, clean and beautifully decorated rooms of private hotels is from 1500 rubles.

It is convenient for a large company to rent a house with a plot. It will cost 200-250 rubles per person, impromptu seasonal guest houses - from 1000. The price depends on the level of comfort in the room.

Divnomorskoye village

Youth option for an inexpensive holiday - village Divnomorskoe. In addition to the cleanest sea and cheap housing, you can have an incendiary vacation in local nightclubs and discos. Prices in these establishments are significantly cheaper than, for example, in Gelendzhik. Housing in the private sector starts from 300 rubles in May and 500 in September. Guest houses will cost a little more - from 1100-1200 rubles. During the peak season, the cost increases by 15-20%.

Inhabitants Arkhipovka appreciate their guests - excellent guest houses offer rooms with breakfast at a price of 1000-1200 rubles. Living without meals will cost half the price. Private housing on the outskirts of the village will cost 15-20% less - from 400 to 800 rubles. at the peak of the season. The cost of children's attractions starts from 200 rubles, you will have to pay 1000 per day in the water park. This is 2.5 times cheaper than in Gelendzhik or Tuapse.

Average price for accommodation in July and August in the village Dzhubga is 600 rubles. The most common additional services are parking in the yard, free internet, sometimes a swimming pool, three meals a day for a fee. For the most economical, there are accommodation options for 300-350 rubles per day.

The villages of Vishnevka and Kvadzhi in the Tuapse region

Resorts in the area Tuapse - kwaji And Vishnevka- are considered the cheapest places for a beach holiday in the Krasnodar Territory. A room in the house can be rented for 180-200 rubles, food prices are among the lowest on the coast, especially if you cook yourself. Lunch in the canteen costs about 150 rubles on average. Guest houses offer double rooms for 500-600 rubles per day.

Sochi and Gelendzhik

If you really want to relax in the very Sochi, an inexpensive option would be to rent a room in an apartment (living with the owner). The price of the issue is 350 rubles per day. Rent an apartment near the sea costs 1200 rubles. Rooms in guest houses near the sea - from 1000. In boarding houses with one-time meals (breakfast) you can stay for 2000 per day.

IN Gelendzhik there are many sanatoriums. A weekly vacation for two on a ticket will cost from 32,000 rubles (meals included). Most often, middle-income tourists choose private hotels not very far from the sea with a cost of living and a one-time meal of 1,500 rubles.

Budget vacation in Crimea

the south coast of Crimea- the dream of a Soviet vacationer - and today it makes it possible to spend a fun vacation here for relatively little money. Low housing prices for the middle class can be found in the villages in the Yalta region. The cheapest vacation is possible on the east coast.

One of the most popular resort villages on the seashore in the eastern part of Crimea - New World. Some mini-hotels offer rooms at a price of 500 rubles. If you try, you can find a one-room apartment from 800 rubles. A small house will cost 2000.

Rooms in summer houses at camp sites cost from 600 rubles, depending on the number of places in them, private housing - from 400 per person per day. New World is located just a few kilometers from zander- a short bus ride, and all the entertainment of the resort town is available to you.

Koktebel- one of the favorite resorts of Russians in the area Feodosia- offers inexpensive accommodation in recreation centers, private boarding houses and mini-hotels. The price in the summer months starts from 1500 rubles per room per day. In guest houses, a room with a minimum set of services can cost from 600 rubles. Room in a private house - 700-800.

6 km from Sudak - this is an opportunity to inexpensively relax on clean sand and pebble beaches, have fun at discos and go around the surrounding attractions. On the outskirts of the village, every summer a rather large spontaneous tent camp is organized right on the seashore. Those who value convenience can rent private accommodation from 800 rubles per day. This is the minimum price in high season.

Olenevka village - the best diving in Crimea

On the West coast is one of the main natural attractions of the Crimea - Cape Tarkhankut. IN Karadzha bay stretched sandy beaches of the village Olenevka. The beauty of the sea and coast is simply breathtaking. Average prices for accommodation in boarding houses and guest houses are kept in the range of 900-1200 rubles per day.

The transport system is well developed in Crimea, so it is not difficult to get from one end of the peninsula to the other. Almost all the sights of Crimea - historical and natural - are available for independent visits.

Comparing prices, we can say that the resorts of the Krasnodar Territory are more suitable for a budget holiday. Here, not only housing is cheaper, but also food and entertainment. Representatives of the middle class will appreciate the Crimean resorts, which have been pleasantly transformed over the past two years.

This year, the issue of inexpensive holidays is more acute than ever - the depreciating ruble has caught up with the economic recession, the closure of traditionally cheap Egypt and Turkey. And now, when prices for everything have doubled on average, the desire of Russians to save money on vacation is quite understandable. Many, according to surveys of sociologists, decided not to rest at all, having spent a legal vacation in the garden. For those who cannot imagine their summer without the sea, even in the most difficult economic situation, we publish a selection of destinations that claim to be popular this summer.

For price analysis, we took a tour for two with the help of the service for the very middle of summer - from July 10 to 20 or dates close to these dates. We are looking for air tickets on the Aviasale s website, the cost is indicated for one person, in case of a serious difference between the capital and the resort town, we indicate both price options. In this case, of course, it is recommended to fly to the city with a cheaper flight (as a rule, such options are available in capitals or large economic centers with high traffic), arrange an excursion program and then move towards the sea by local transport.

Crimea

Of course, the closure of Turkey and Egypt is beneficial for Russian resorts, and Crimea has not disappeared from the news agenda for the past couple of years. The desire of Russians to look at the territory annexed to Russia, the absence of a language barrier, flights from many cities in Russia, competition in the field of air travel and reasonable fares, the availability of rail and bus connections are the factors that explain the predicted popularity of Crimea this season.

Cheapness is explained not only by the possibility of ground transportation and not very expensive air transportation - Russians are attracted by the opportunity to rent a house or apartment from private owners, the cost in this case will actually be much lower than when staying in a hotel. But the service - respectively, plus the "pig in a poke" factor. However, according to the assurances of the Crimean hoteliers, they promise to keep prices at an affordable level.

There is some skepticism: many note that hotels of the same level as in Turkey will cost much more in Crimea than they did on the Mediterranean coast, and flights cannot be compared in price with the price of charters in a tour package to Turkey. Now, due to the new dollar exchange rate and the inability to find out the potential prices for a full package of tourist services in Turkey, it is difficult to say something definite in this regard, so it remains to compare Crimea with the Krasnodar Territory and European resorts.

• Flight Moscow - Simferopol for July 10 - 20, 2020: from 13,780 rubles.
• Tour to Crimea

Sochi and Abkhazia

This, one might say, is a classic holiday in the south of Russia. Only this year - even more in demand due to the closure of Turkey and Egypt. Plus, all the same advantages listed above about Crimea, only getting there is even more convenient and cheaper. For example, if you travel by land, you do not need to transfer from the train to the ferry, and then to the bus. Flights from different cities of Russia are operated by different airlines, which gives a wide choice both in terms of dates and prices.

Sochi, Adler, Gelendzhik and other resorts of the Krasnodar Territory, in addition to the sea and beaches, also have a decent set of attractions that history lovers will enjoy. You can also go to neighboring Abkhazia, where there is a lot of interesting things, and the country is not deprived of good beaches. Separately, we did not describe Abkhazia precisely because you can get there only through the Sochi-Adler transport hub. Then - by train to Sukhum or by bus to other places in the country. More details in this tip.

• Airfare Moscow - Sochi for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Tour in Sochi from July 10 to July 20, 2020 on the Travelata website: from 30,000 rubles. for two.
• Tour to Abkhazia from July 10 to July 20, 2020 on the Travelata website: from 29,000 for two.

Georgia

Speaking of the Black Sea, one cannot but mention Georgia. A beautiful, inexpensive and close country, with an amazing history, and also very convenient in terms of logistics. You can either fly by plane from Moscow or take the Comet from Sochi by sea. You can also get from Vladikavkaz by your own car. Prices within the country, as already mentioned, are quite moderate, a visa is not needed, and Georgian cuisine is a full-fledged attraction and cultural heritage of Georgia!

• Airfare Moscow — Tbilisi for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Airfare Moscow — Batumi for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Tour to Georgia from July 10 to July 20, 2020 on the Travelata website: from 38,000 rubles. for two.

Bulgaria

Of the obvious advantages of holidays in Bulgaria, the following can be mentioned: a close and inexpensive flight, simpler (compared to Schengen) visa rules, domestic prices are lower, and the hotel base is cheaper than Western European countries. Here you can add a loyal attitude towards the Russians, a good climate and a huge number of ancient sights - in terms of the number of various monuments from Roman times, Bulgaria is in third place in Europe. Well, the beaches in Bulgaria are perhaps the best on the Black Sea.

• Airfare Moscow - Varna for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Tour to Bulgaria

Greece

This country, even with the "allowed" Turkey, encroached on a piece of the tourist pie, and not without success - increasing the volume of Russian tourists year by year. This was facilitated by the fastest issuance of visas in the Schengen area (in summer it usually took 3 days) and low domestic prices compared to the rest of Europe. Well, it makes no sense to talk about the wealth of Greece - as the classic wrote, “everything is there”. Against the backdrop of the absence of Turkey on the agenda, the position of Greece should strengthen even more, unless, of course, Crimea and Sochi pull the blanket over themselves. To the undoubted advantages of the country, we add a large selection of islands and resorts, a close flight and amazing local cuisine.

• Airfare Moscow - Thessaloniki for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Tour to Greece from July 10 to July 20, 2020 on the Travelata website: 38,000 rubles. for two.

Cyprus

This island, especially its southern part, is in many ways similar to Greece, but with one important difference - you do not need a visa here. More precisely, it is electronic and is completely issued via the Internet. An island with centuries of history and stunning white sand lagoons can be quite inexpensive if you take a tour package with a charter flight, or if you follow our tips for self-planning a trip. Northern Cyprus is also interesting, but this is the territory of Turkey and the logistics will be more difficult, although you can always get through the southern part. Tourists usually rent a car and go to explore the north on their own, or use the services of guides.

• Airfare Moscow — Larnaca for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Tour to Cyprus from July 10 to July 20, 2020 on the Travelata website: from 43,000 rubles. for two.

Tunisia

The only “substitute” for Egypt at the moment offers everything the same as its “big brother”: warm sea, hotels like resorts with everything you need, a lot of water activities, Arabic flavor, hot sun and an excursion program. True, it is poorer than Egyptian, but Carthage, Sahara and troglodyte caves will not leave you indifferent. The Mediterranean Sea here, although warm, is slightly cooler than the Red Sea, but the underwater world does not shine with such diversity as in the Land of the Pyramids. In any case, Tunisia has its trump cards at a fairly attractive price.

• Airfare Moscow — Monastir for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Tour to Tunisia from July 10 to July 20, 2020 on the Travelata website: 45,000 rubles. for two.

Italy

Among the beach Western Europe, Italy has long been No. 1 in terms of the number of tourists from Russia. Despite the huge selection of beaches (Italy from all sides, except for the Alps, is washed by the seas), tourists for the most part go to Rimini. But, in addition to the rest of the coastal territory, there are also the magnificent islands of Sicily and Sardinia. But interest in Rimini is often dictated by a simple calculation: there are a huge number of hotels, including budget ones, and tour operators put charters in this city with wide beaches. In addition, one of the largest amusement parks for children and the duty-free shopping state of San Marino for moms are nearby.

If you take other parts of Italy, then the price tag will no longer be so humane, but the country boasts fairly moderate prices for food and transport compared to other Western European countries. More expensive than in Greece, but clearly cheaper than in the Benelux and Scandinavia. In addition, in terms of sights per square meter, Italy confidently leaves behind all other countries of the world, and you can even pay extra for this.

• Cost of the flight Moscow — Rimini for 10 - 20 July 2020: .
• Tour to Italy from July 10 to July 20, 2020 on the Travelata website: 52,000 rubles. for two.

Spain

Spain can hardly be called a close destination - it takes longer to fly from Russia to it than to any other European country, except Portugal. But the country has a large number of beaches and hotels, and the demand for tours to Spain has been steadily high for many years, many even acquired real estate in this sunny and cheerful country, where some kind of holiday takes place every day.

The euro exchange rate, as in the case of Italy, is a fly in the ointment, but the price level in the country is quite humane, approximately like in Italy, or even lower. In the pluses, we add the warmest sea among the European Mediterranean, the atmosphere of a constant holiday and many festivals, beautiful architecture. Reasonable prices for tour packages apply only to tours around Barcelona, ​​where flights from Russian cities arrive, but it is here that a huge number of attractions are concentrated - Catalonia is very rich in them. The rest of Spain is no less interesting, but it is already beyond the scope of a budget tour, although it is possible to design a trip very inexpensively, we even released

We tell where to go in summer 2020 for an inexpensive and safe vacation at sea. We consider both holidays on tours and vouchers, as well as an independent trip - prices, conditions, the best resorts.

1. Where to go to the sea inexpensively
   1. Popular countries
   2. Other options
2. Other destinations
   1. Europe and the Mediterranean
   2. Southeast Asia
   3. South of Russia and Crimea

What prices are listed in the article? Airfare is for round-trip flights. The cost of tours is the minimum price for this destination for 5-7 nights, unless otherwise indicated.

Where to go to relax by the sea inexpensively

Most Russians prefer to relax in the summer relatively close - for example, in Europe or neighboring countries. Firstly, in June-August in these countries the high season, and secondly, air tickets are cheap - from 7000-8000 rubles.

Where can you go to relax at sea in the summer of 2020 inexpensively and safely (including with children):

• Turkey
• Tunisia
• Bulgaria
• Georgia
• Montenegro

Information on the cost of tours and independent travel to these and other summer destinations can be found below.

How to inexpensively relax on the sea tour? Easily! Use special services like and to compare prices for tours from all tour operators. This way you can find the best deals.

Popular countries

Turkey

Inexpensive beach vacation at sea in the summer - 2020 is possible in Turkey. Russians do not need a visa; You can go on a tour or on your own.

Vouchers. With early booking, it’s really possible to find tours for 20,000-25,000 rubles for two. In summer, prices are higher, but hot tours may come across.

Photo: view of one of the Turkish resorts © Mahir Uysal

Tunisia

One of the most popular summer destinations in 2020 is Tunisia. June, July and August in this country is the most favorable time for a beach holiday.

Prices for tours to Tunisia are low, which leads to a large flow of tourists from Russia.

Tickets. Flying to Tunisia on your own is expensive. Tickets from Moscow to the capital of the country (Tunisia) cost from 19,800 rubles; to the popular beach resort of Monastir - from 36,500 rubles. Find flights to Tunisia →

Vouchers. Summer is the high season, and prices for tours to Tunisia are rising significantly. From June to August, the minimum price is kept at the level of 40,000-42,000 rubles, but tours to most hotels cost no less than 45,000-50,000 rubles.

Montenegro

Montenegro is another place where you can cheaply go on vacation abroad in the summer of 2020. What’s more, you don’t need a visa.

The cost of summer tours to Montenegro - from 36278 rubles.

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Bulgaria

For an inexpensive beach holiday this summer, you can go to Bulgaria. The country is safe, the resorts have the necessary infrastructure, you can fly with children. A visa is required for entry.

By direct flight of Yamal Airlines you can fly to Burgas for 12387 rubles. Prices for a direct flight to Varna in June start at 14,437 rubles, and in July and August, getting to Bulgaria can be a little more expensive. Tickets to Bulgaria →

You can leave on a package tour in the summer of 2020 from 25,173 rubles for 7 nights. Prices for all-inclusive tours to Bulgaria start from 32,000 rubles.

Georgia

Budget vacation at sea - 2020 is possible in Georgia. Prices for food, transport and excursions are noticeably cheaper than in European destinations (Cyprus, Greece, Spain, etc.). In addition, Russians do not need a visa to rest in Georgia.

The main beach resort of the country - Batumi, but you can also go to one of the villages nearby (Gonio, Kobuleti, Kvariati, Sarpi).

Air tickets. Prices for a flight to Batumi in summer start from 14,500 rubles. An alternative option is to fly to Tbilisi (from 11,300 rubles), then get to the sea by public transport (train, bus) or rent a car and drive on your own. Find tickets to Georgia →

Tours. The minimum cost of a vacation in Georgia for 5-7 nights in the summer is 50,000 rubles. Prices for hotels by the sea are usually higher - from 70,000-80,000 rubles.

Other destinations for sea holidays

Where to go on vacation in the summer of 2020 if you are ready to spend a little more money on vacation? You can fly to more expensive countries on the Mediterranean coast, to Southeast Asia or to the south of Russia.

Europe and the Mediterranean

European countries are good for independent summer holidays because they can be reached cheaply. But the prices for accommodation, meals and excursions in Europe are quite high.

Greece

A good option to relax at sea in the summer of 2020 is to go to Greece. Here the sea is warm, there is infrastructure, it is safe - you can come with children. A Schengen visa is required.

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Croatia

You can fly inexpensively in the summer to relax on the sea in Croatia, just remember that in this country the beaches are mostly pebbly. You need a Schengen visa.

Cheap tickets to Croatia are available in the first half of the summer of 2020. You can fly to the city of Pula by a direct flight of the S7 airline for 16,372 rubles. There are good prices for flights to Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Split.

You can go to Croatia on a tour from 36,278 rubles for 5 nights.

Spain

Another way to cheaply get to the sea in 2020 is to go to Spain. Tourism is developed there, you can have a good rest as a couple or a family with a child. A Schengen visa is required to visit.

The most inexpensive Spanish destination is Barcelona - you can fly there for 15381 rubles (June, flight with a transfer).

Getting to other Spanish cities on the sea coast will cost 2.5-3 thousand rubles more. The cost of direct flights is from 17,500 rubles.

You can fly to Spain in the summer on a tour from 21,954 rubles for a three-star hotel.

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Italy

A beach holiday in Spain is possible (for example, in Rimini and Amalfi). But many go to the country for the sights and shopping, despite the fact that the prices for holidays in Italy are high.

If you are going on vacation to Italy in the summer of 2020, keep in mind that the cheapest time to get to the country is in June. This month, a direct flight to the seaside resort of Rimini will cost 16,241 rubles (by Red Wings).

As a cheap option, you can fly to Milan (11,000-12,000 rubles), and get to the resort by bus or train.

Vouchers to Italy for the summer of 2020 cost from 42,467 rubles (for 7 nights).

Cyprus

One of the best islands where in the summer you can inexpensively relax on the sea- Cyprus. Tickets are cheap, and the cost of holidays in Cyprus is not as high as in Europe. The island is often chosen for holidays with children.

You can enter on a Schengen visa, and in its absence, apply online for a special Cypriot pro-visa for Russians.

Useful information:

• Israel

  For those who choose where to go abroad by sea in the summer of 2020, Israel offers several options at once: this country is home to the Mediterranean, Red and Dead Seas. Russians do not need a visa to visit Israel.

  You can fly from Moscow to Tel Aviv in the summer for 14,610 rubles on a direct flight by Israel Airlines. If you are ready to fly with a transfer, there are cheaper tickets - up to 12,500 rubles. The cost of tickets for August and July is more expensive by 2-4 thousand rubles.

  You can go to the sea to Israel on a tour at a price of 60,626 rubles for two.

  
  Photo: beach in Israel © Vladimir Anikeev

  Southeast Asia

  Holidays in Southeast Asia are the opposite of holidays in Europe: tickets here are expensive (from 20,000 rubles), but entertainment and housing are inexpensive.

  Summer in Asia is considered the low season, but this has its advantages: the beaches are not overcrowded with tourists, and vacation prices are much lower. It rains often, but it usually falls in the evenings, and everything dries up by morning.

  Where is it cheap to relax by the sea in the summer of 2020 in Asia? The least expensive will be holidays in the popular resorts of Thailand and Vietnam. In other countries (for example, in the Maldives or Sri Lanka), prices are higher.

  Thailand

  Thailand has two main seaside resorts - Pattaya and Phuket. In Pattaya, it is good to relax at any time of the year, and in Phuket in the summer it is usually cloudy and strong waves.

  To get to Pattaya, you need to fly to Bangkok. A non-stop flight from Moscow to Bangkok in the summer costs from 29,467 rubles - this is for those who are used to flying with all the amenities. If you are ready to fly with one change, you can find tickets cheaper - for 24,000-25,000 rubles.

  You can get to Phuket this summer by direct flight for 33,000-34,000 rubles; with a transplant - a few thousand cheaper.

  Another resort in Thailand where you can go to relax at sea in the summer of 2020 is Koh Samui. First you need to fly to Bangkok, and then on a domestic flight to Koh Samui. Tickets to the island cost from 2500 rubles.

  Airlines such as Emirates Qatar Airways regularly publish special offers on which you can get to Thailand for 26,000-28,000 rubles. Flights to Thailand →

  Traveling to Thailand on a tour in the summer of 2020 - from 62,567 rubles (for 10 nights). For promotions, you can buy tours from 26,000 for two.

  Useful information about Thailand.

Evpatoria began its resort career with a focus on children a long time ago, so today you can find a lot of entertainment for kids of all ages here! A huge dolphinarium and an amusement park with a tropical zoo, an original aquarium and water park, as well as a children's fairy-tale theater and an entertainment dino complex! It remains only to add a calm warm sea and comfortable gently sloping beaches with pleasant soft sand, as if specially created for kids.

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Sochi

Modern Sochi is the southern capital of Russia with a lot of all-season entertainment. Olympic facilities and interactive museums, several aqua and amusement parks, as well as a real racing track, an extreme sky park and a family rope park. Nature lovers are waiting for their adventures: hiking in the mountains, among gorges and waterfalls, and excursions in vineyards and tea plantations. And when it's time to relax in the summer at sea, Sochi turns into the main city of the country. Tourists are attracted by about a hundred local beaches, which, by the way, are mostly pebbly, but the water here is even cleaner than on the sandy coast.

To compile a complete list of “must visit” in Sochi and the surrounding area will help our material on.

Anapa

No matter what the ill-wishers say, Anapa has been and remains one of the most developed resorts in the country, which boasts the best beaches in the entire northern Black Sea region! People also come here to improve their health or just enjoy the spa in local water and mud baths. And how colorful the rest is, thanks to the mixture of Caucasian and Kuban traditions, cultures and, of course, cuisines! Do not forget to taste juicy shish kebab, different types of fish and seafood, order baklava or churchkhela for dessert, and “fill in” the whole belly feast with traditional Kuban wines.

Gelendzhik

Even if you do not have a "wonderful man", this is not a reason to refuse a trip to Gelendzhik! Maybe that's where you can find it? Who knows ... But you will definitely find a whole assortment of beaches, from well-maintained sandy and pebbly ones to completely wild rocky ones. However, Gelendzhik is not only a sea resort, but also a sanatorium resort, where mineral waters and therapeutic mud are used for treatment. In between rest and procedures, it is pleasant to walk along the picturesque city embankment, enjoy communication with animals in the safari park, go on an air travel by cable car and visit one of the largest water parks in the country.

Jurmala

The Riga seaside is a tempting option for those who do not know where to go on vacation in the summer so that it is not too hot. The once bohemian resort is now more accessible to "mere mortals", but it still has charm and nobility! After enjoying the endless beaches with fine sand, go on a date with the capital city of Riga. Learn the history and architecture of the city, wandering along the cobblestone pavement or enjoying the gorgeous panorama from the bell tower of the Dome Cathedral. And closer to the night, go on a "spree" in numerous bars and nightclubs, where the best European and local DJs perform. Most importantly, do not forget to apply for a visa in advance to visit Latvia!

Burgas

Here, the mild climate is combined with the gentle shallow sea, the beautiful sandy beach stretches for many kilometers, and its frame is a huge green park, a favorite place for residents and guests of the city. What else do you need for a comfortable stay with children? Oh yes, entertainment! At your service in Burgas is an amusement park and a children's workshop, a mini-zoo and playgrounds, and in July-August an international sand sculpture festival is held here. Even more interesting things will be found in the vicinity of the city - the traditional Bulgarian village of Bata, the water park in Pomorie and the zoological park in Aytos. By the way, to visit Bulgaria you need to apply for an appropriate visa.

Antalya

What association do you have with the words "rest on the beach"? We bet that one of them is Antalya, the most popular destination where to go to the sea in summer without a visa! The main thing is not limited to all inclusive! Explore the city itself, because its history did not begin with the construction of hotels, but much earlier - more than 2000 years ago. Arrange shopping at colorful bazaars, craft shops and shopping centers. And for relaxation, go to the countless beaches of Antalya: party and youth, where life does not stop for a minute, or quiet and secluded, which are more suitable for families with children.

Malaga

Andalusia is a real mixture of cultures, styles and eras, so people go to Malaga not only for a resort vacation, it’s hard to sit still here ... or rather “lay down”! When an ancient city with an Arab fortress, an ancient Roman theater and Art Nouveau and Baroque buildings is located nearby, there is no time for a beautiful tan! And if you remember such pearls as Granada and Seville, your feet will carry you to the station. And yet the beaches of Malaga are worthy of at least a week of your vacation. It is always clean, comfortable and fun here, and the sea is ideal for lovers of swimming at a depth that starts almost from the shore. The only inconvenience is the need for a visa.

Alicante

It’s always good at this resort, but especially here you can have a beach holiday in July, when the sea has finally warmed up, and in the evenings you don’t need to take a jacket with you. Alicante is a universal place where all tourists will feel good: adults and children, young and old. The endless sandy beaches of the resort with all the necessary infrastructure are interspersed with secluded picturesque bays with a more rocky entrance to the sea. Lovers of beauty are surprised by the old part of Alicante, fashionistas are attracted by boutiques and shopping centers, gourmets are constantly tasting all kinds of tapas, and children frolic on the rides and in the safari park. In a word, there are all kinds of entertainment here, but they are available only to the holder of Schengen visas.

Look for even more cool places in Spain in our guide.

Sicily

A beach holiday in June sometimes scares us with the cold sea and unstable weather, but this is definitely not about Sicily! The sunny Italian island opens the swimming season one of the first in Europe. There are a lot of resorts here and they are all different - popular and secluded, with long beaches and cozy bays, with pebbles and sand, and the latter also differs in color - from snow-white and golden to black volcanic. However, throughout the island, you will invariably meet the hospitality of the locals, a lot of antiquities and beauties, excellent cuisine and ... a romantic halo from stories about the mafia! But in order to see all this, it is important not to forget to apply for the appropriate visa.

Rimini

If you really want to go to Italy, but the budget is limited, then you are in Rimini! This is the most democratic resort in the country, which also offers an excellent beach holiday with children. The sandy coast here stretches both in length and width, so there is enough space for everyone, and the gentle entrance to the water is perfect for kids. In addition, water parks, a dolphinarium, an amusement park and the attraction "Italy in Miniature" are waiting for young tourists, where you can hug the Leaning Tower of Pisa or look inside the Colosseum! And for adults, the resort has prepared the famous Italian shopping, a lot of excursions to antiquities and, of course, a whole list of gastronomic pleasures! Remember that you need a visa to travel to Italy.

Heraklion – Crete

A beach holiday in Europe is not a cheap pleasure, but Crete is trying to break this stereotype and, I must say, quite successfully! On the largest Greek island, you can find accommodation for almost any budget, from inexpensive guesthouses to luxurious 5-star hotels. But the sea, sun and many beaches here are free for all tourists. Crete (this is Greece) has everything: calm family resorts and cheerful youth parties, ancient sights and natural beauties, good diving, shopping is even better, and what kind of cuisine is here ...! In a word, come and see everything yourself, try it, most importantly, do not forget to apply for a visa!

Rhodes

Do not think that a small island is not able to offer its tourists a wide range of resort entertainment! Fans of antiquities will plunge into the color of ancient cities, see monasteries and ancient ruins. Fans of natural attractions can expect Butterfly Valley and Seven Springs. Wind and kite surfers will definitely appreciate the efforts of the Rhodes winds in the west of the island. And if you prefer calm seas, head to the east coast. It is also worth coming here with children, for whom all conditions are created on the island: family hotels and a huge water park, attractions and an ostrich farm. So get your visa as soon as possible and come to Rhodes!

Budva

If you are wondering where to go to the sea in the summer without a visa, then go to the main resort of Montenegro. Here you can find everything you want! Vibrant night life and sporty day life, noisy old town and secluded monasteries, long sandy beaches and pretty pebble bays, emerald hills and sheer cliffs that go into the depths of the sea. For children, there is also a lot of entertainment here - a mini-zoo, a water park, rides, trampolines on the beaches and many playgrounds in the city.

Larnaca

There are many resorts in Cyprus, but it is Larnaca that combines two qualities - budget and beach holidays with children. There are inexpensive cozy guesthouses and apartments here, and the shallow sea with a smooth sandy bottom is ideal for those who are just learning to swim. In addition, an amusement park and a camel farm are located in the Larnaca area. Adult tourists will also have no time to be bored: their entertainment program will include trips to the capital of the island and climbing to the mountain monasteries, and closer to the night it is worth going to neighboring Ayia Napa for an “excursion” to local bars and nightclubs. By the way, the simplified visa regime with Cyprus will help to save even more on the trip.

Pathos

Let the name of this resort not bother you, rest here can be called democratic, as well as throughout Cyprus. However, unlike typical beach places, people come to Paphos not only for the sake of the sea, but with a thirst to touch the ancient history of the island. Unique mosaics, royal tombs, ancient theater are just some of its witnesses. The local beaches are mostly covered with pebbles, so the water here is clean and transparent: it is not surprising that amid such beauty, Aphrodite decided to go ashore from the sea foam, and then arranged dates with Dionysus here! Come to Paphos and you, especially since a simplified visa regime has been created for this.

Nice

Refined, luxurious and expensive - these are the epithets used for the resort on the Cote d'Azur. In Nice, you can arrange your best beach holiday in July, when the sea is already warm enough for swimming. During the same period, the city is enveloped in an amazing musical atmosphere of the Jazz Festival. Add a pinch of history here by strolling through the old quarters with colorful houses and pretty churches. A bit of chic in the form of a promenade along the embankment, surrounded by pompous buildings and no less pompous people. And it will turn out exactly what in France is called a truly aristocratic vacation! Oh yes, we almost forgot: you will need a visa to travel.

By the way, holidays on the Cote d'Azur can be combined with!

Malta

Malta is the case when a beach holiday in the summer goes as a dessert, and the main course is still an excursion. In addition, English is successfully taught on the island, so the ideal Maltese vacation is calculated according to the formula study + seaside vacation + sightseeing. Despite the size of the archipelago, you will hardly have enough time for the last term. Pretty Italian-style towns give way to delicious fishing villages with Arabic names, and high cliffs that break into the sea are adjacent to the Blue Lagoon of an unreal aquamarine color. There is also a cartoon village, many dive sites and still a couple of great beaches! And to see all this, you definitely need to apply for the appropriate visa.

Agadir

Would you like to spice up your beach holiday in August with oriental spices? If your answer is yes, then fly to Agadir! This month is the warmest here, although the ocean water is still invigorating. And if that stops anyone, it certainly isn't surfers. However, athletes are not the only tourists in these parts. It is good to indulge in a lazy rest on giant sandy beaches, explore the surroundings during horse rides and hone your bargaining skills in the oriental bazaars. In addition, Agadir is an excellent starting point for traveling to the south of Morocco. And it’s also very convenient that you don’t need a visa to travel here.

Tel Aviv

Israel is a great option for a beach holiday in June, for which, moreover, a visa is not needed! In order not to be limited to sweet idleness, we recommend that you stay in Tel Aviv. Despite the urban format, the local beach has such parameters that many Mediterranean resorts will envy it! And outside of the sun lounger and umbrella you will find a lot of exciting activities. Walk through the labyrinthine streets of old Jaffa, tasting and gastro-shopping at the bustling Carmel Market, meeting four-legged Israelis at the safari park, and the city's crazy nightlife. In addition, the size of the country itself seems to scream: do not limit yourself to a beach holiday and go travelling! And ours will help you with this.