22.06.2014
Грецию не раз признавали одним из лучших направлений для яркогоsummer holiday. Number of tourists from the Russian Federation in previous years ranged from 1 to 1.3 million per season. But the Greek ministers are sure: very soon the figure can be brought closer to 1.5 million. Where more often Russians go in 2014 and in which regions of Greece tours dismantled it is better?
Chalkidiki
The peninsula has once again become a confident leader. Chalkidiki. Surprise such popularity does not cause: it the greenest region of the country with healing air. In Chalkidiki there is a truly huge proportion of the best beaches in Greece, and even Greeks prefer to choose the peninsula for holidays.
Another advantage of Halkidiki is the ability to connect beach Holidays with a rich excursion program. If you wish, you can rent a car and travel around the picturesque peninsula in looking for better landscapes. And you can see something that is rightly proud Hellas – historical sites. From resorts Chalkidiki Peninsula is convenient to get to Thessaloniki (large cities with rich cultural life). It is impossible not to visit Meteora, tour operators often offer to combine with excursion in Athens. Such two-day tours will bring variety in rest and do not require large cash costs. Other fascinating excursions on Halkidiki – sea walk on all three “fingers” of the peninsula, the opportunity to look at Athos from the sea or see the Petralona Cave, as well as shopping trips centers.
Another reason to choose Halkidiki is a good hotel base. There are modest apartments for those who prefer freedom and no plans to sit long in the room, and chic hotel chains with exclusive service.
Families have also appreciated the benefits of the peninsula. There are many quiet places and clean beaches, besides close to Thessaloniki, there is water park for a fun holiday. But young people in Halkidiki there entertainment: nightlife is bustling in some areas of Cassandra.
photo: story-tour.ru
Tours to Halkidiki are sold by many tour operators, including Coral and Beleon. But probably every second vacationer arrives on the peninsula with Mouzenidis Travel. Have this tour operator the most extensive flight program from the regions.
Crete
The title of leading among Russians, the Greek direction with Chalkidiki divides Crete. There is a place and lovers of “all inclusive”, and fans of active tourism, and those who is always on the lookout for the most idyllic beaches.
First, Crete is popular for its historical heritage: it is not without reason that it is considered to be an island where civilization was born Europe. This is evidenced by the ancient cities of Gortyna, Arhares, Elefttern. The most recognizable symbol of Crete – Knossos, to the fact almost complete reconstruction of which can be treated differently, but the tourist flow to the palace does not stop.
Crete has many natural wonders. They got so wide glory that tourists are already purposefully going to Balos, to the gorge Samaria, on the beach of Elafonisi and the Lassithi plateau. Lovers spend time on the beaches within one island offered a huge many options. In any region of Crete there are both equipped spacious beaches and wild bays hidden from the majority tourists.
a photo: cretandreamroyal.gr
Tours to Crete are offered from most regions of the Russian Federation, and usually prices for holidays in this region are the most affordable. Low prices are worth search with Coral and Sunmar tour operators, Mouzenidis and Tez Tour are two more leaders who offer tours to Crete.
Rhodes
Favorite tourist island of Rhodes connected features in its land different eras that left traces in the history of Greece. Here you can see the medieval streets and traces of knights, ancient ruins and Turkish buildings. It is for the chance to see all this within only one island tourists and choose Rhodes.
Rhodes is rich in historical heritage: tourists who are used to to rest on the best beaches and in the most comfortable hotels, are satisfied with the proposed features. In free from excursions time you can go diving or stroll through entertainment facilities of Rhodes, of which there are quite a lot.
photo: aristaphoto.com
And to choose Rhodes means to make the right choice of place. recreation with children. There is a large water park, an amusement park, an aquarium, the zoo, as well as Rodini Park and the Valley of the Butterflies are two favorite ones places for family walks on a hot day.
As in Crete, Rhodes offers Coral tours, Mouzenidis, Tez Tour, as well TUI, Natalie Tours, Labyrinth.
Where else to go?
If you want to move away from the usual tourist routes, It is worth looking at the less popular Greek destinations – while they still do not have a large influx of holidaymakers from our country. For example, Amorgos. There is not much vegetation, unlike Halkidiki, but there is a traditional architecture, beaches for every taste and relaxed atmosphere. Amorgos in Mostly choose romance and family.
