Where to go to rest in December 2020

Looking for a place to relax in December?

We have what you need:

• 7 countries, where you can go to the sea in December cheaply and without visas
• 4 countries for a beach holiday at the end of the year where a visa is required.
• 3 best places in Russia for rest in December 2020.
• Where to fly with children abroad, akuda go with a child in Russia.

The content of the article

1. Where to rest in December abroad cheaply and without a visa
   1. Egypt
   2. Thailand
   3. Vietnam
   4. Dominicana
   5. Turkey
   6. UAE
   7. Cuba
2. Where to go on vacation in the winter with a visa: the sea and not only
   1. India (Goa)
   2. Sri Lanka
   3. Mexico
   4. Australia
3. Where can you relax in Russia?
   1. Dombai (Caucasus)
   2. Kamchatka
   3. Crimea
4. Where better to go relax with your child?
   1. Holiday with a child abroad
   2. Holidays with a child in Russia

Where to rest in December abroad cheaply and without a visa

Spending vacation on paperwork and running around on official institutions few people want.

The first is to look at the resorts of those countries in which Russian can go without a visa, or to states with simplified mode of entry (where a visa can be issued via the Internet or directly at the airport upon arrival).

Here is a comparative table of weather conditions in the main visa-free directions:

Let us consider in more detail the conditions in each of these countries.

Egypt

From 25 000 rub. Budget holiday and excellent service!

Entry into the country

The visa is issued directly at the airport for an additional $ 15. With arriving in Sharm el-Sheikh and the lack of intention to travel for outside the Sinai Peninsula visa set free.

What to do and what to see

Morning tourist should spend on the beach and the sea. In the evening you can go for a walk around the neighborhood or return to hotel. The peculiarity of winter in Egyptian resorts – a huge number tourists from Russia and European countries.

Arriving in Egypt from December 22-24 , you can catch the celebration catholic christmas At this time, most hotels are satisfied. party for guests. Such a way to spend time will not only see colorful entertainment programs in which usually the best show teams from different countries participate, but also make useful acquaintances with holidaymakers in the EU friendly enough.

Where is the best time to relax in Egypt?

Beach holidays in Egypt

at Dahab can do active sports

Diving

New Year light show on the pyramids in 2020

Traditional souvenirs in the bazaars

Surfing and diving can also be done – instructor and stations operate in “normal” mode. However dive with scuba diving or surfing will have instead of swimming in the sea. The most convenient “active rest” in the morning.

Those who are not tied to one resort and hotel should go. on a cruise on the Red Sea or a trip on the Nile. Humidity and temperature have to excursions, the heat does not interfere with inspection historical sites.

On the eve of the New Year is to look at the markets and sales. The main thing – do not forget to bargain with the locals. The “starting” price is not trinkets overestimated by 3-4 times.

After eleven pm, the time starts for tours of local bars and restaurants. The hotel “Golden Five” regularly passes light and musical show “Singing Fountains”, which deserves attention lovers of spectacular performances.

Prices for tours

We advise you to take a ready-made tour, which includes flights, accommodation in hotel, all inclusive meals and insurance. Such tours will come cheaper.

Thailand

From 60 000 rub. Exotic islands from bounty ads!

The beginning of winter is a great time to relax in Asian countries. Thailand is no exception.

What you need to do

In addition to relaxing on the beach and swimming in Thailand it is worth going for local shops with exotic wonders. At the end of December in little shops the season of sales begins, and get Original gifts for the New Year can be for a penny.

Due to not too hot weather and lack of rain December in Thailand is suitable not only for a beach holiday, but also for mini trips around the country. Tourists should get on a trip to mountains or at least take a ride through the surrounding villages to feel the atmosphere of “non-tourist” regions.

Phuket beach

Bangkok

AT local restaurants a large variety of seafood

In the northern regions of the country one can find more active entertainment than lying on the beach, including skiing resorts.

In December, the rainy season in Thailand has already passed, the temperature keeps around + 25ºC, and the water is perfectly heated for swimming. The humidity of the atmosphere is high enough, but relaxed. The weather does not interfere. Water at night is often warmer than air. Worth bring a lightweight cloak or windbreaker to protect against evening coolness and dampness.

We have prepared a detailed article about the weather in Thailand in December

Prices

In Thailand, it is rare to find a hotel that offers a full meals, usually in hotels offer breakfasts or not at all Meals are included. But there is a choice of cafes and restaurants with seafood will delight any gourmet! Dinner for two cost from 600-1200 rubles.

If you are going to go to Thailand for more than two weeks, then it will be more profitable to find flights and a hotel on their own. Living in Asia is cheap, the most expensive – to get to the islands. Read more about the flight to Thailand read our article.

Vietnam

From 60 000 rub. White sandy beaches and many wild islands!

From December to March, tourists from Russia fly to Vietnam and Europe. The swimming season in the southern part of the country does not end never, but the opportunity to spend the New Year holidays on the warm sea attracts foreigners year after year.

Where to rest

In the middle of Vietnam it will be possible to swim and “culturally have fun “. The not too hot weather allows you to go to excursions in Hue and Hoi An, to the historical attractions.

In the northern part is better to get out on day trips, and in South – stay for swimming and relaxing at sea.

In Mui Ne and Phan Thiet weather is suitable for outdoor activities – for example, kiting.

Popular destinations in December:

• Ho Chi Minh City;
• Nha Trang;
• Phu Quoc.

In the northern regions continues to get cold. On the plains the temperature is kept within + 15-20ºC, in the mountains it is colder by several degrees In Hanoi, the average temperature does not rise above + 18-19ºC.

On holiday in the central part of Vietnam is better to go at the end December Closer to the New Year rains come to an end, and the temperature air is still quite high – 20-25ºC. The sea is warming almost the same as air, up to + 23-24ºC.

Nha Trang, like Phan Thiet and Munier, is best visited closer to the middle of winter. At the beginning of December there are storms, and the sea often turbid and not too pleasant for swimming.

Read more about Vietnam resorts.

Fukuoka Resort

Ho Chi Minh City

Nha Trang Resort

Lunch in a cafe from seafood

Read about the weather in Vietnam in December.

Prices

Here, as in many Asian countries, in hotels more often total offer only breakfast. But cafes and restaurants on each corner, so you should not worry! Seafood, crabs and local delicacies will surprise with their diversity! Dinner for two will come from 800-1500 rubles.

Dominicana

From 1ten ,000 rubles. Carnivals and beach holidays!

In December, the best season begins for a visit to the Dominican Republic.

What to do in the Dominican Republic

Dominicana is perfect for those who love nature, exotic landscapes and the sea. New Year’s holidays are celebrated in mostly tourists, however, the local “picked up” the tradition and arrange for foreigners fairs, shows and other entertainment programs.

Arriving in the Dominican Republic for Christmas, you can catch carnivals, a kind of “interpretation” of the rite of caroling, and at the same time to meet a holiday in an unusual setting – without snow, but surrounded palm trees, or with a glass of cocktail in the warm surf.

Santo Domingo Resorts

Beach holiday

Celebration Christmas

Prices

Turkey

From 30 000 rub. Low prices and a rich excursion program.

Turkey is one of the most popular countries among Russian tourists. On Resorts can meet compatriots in any season. However for It is not worth going to Turkey by sea in December. Local winter though soft, but not conducive to a beach holiday.

Things to do

Although the swimming season is already closed, a trip to Turkey in December will allow to know the country from the not very familiar side. December more active recreation is popular, for example, skiing. For this, it is worth choosing to Palandoken or Uludag.

For those who do not think of relaxation without bathing, the only option would be hotels with their own indoor pool.

But for the selection of souvenirs December is the perfect season. In Ankara a specialized international fair is held annually, which lasts up to a week.

From December 10 to December 17, a dervish whirling festival takes place in Konya – Sheb-i-Aruz. Exotic dance lasts up to three hours. AT In general, winter Turkey has more to active tours and cultural trips than to traditional beach holidays.

Alpine skiing resort in Palandoken

Ankara City

Visit dervish whirling festival in Konya

Read more about the weather in Turkey in December.

Prices for holidays in Turkey

The most advantageous to take the tour “all inclusive”, which includes flight, hotel with accommodation, meals and many other amenities, transfer and insurance. The season is low at this time, so hot tours can be found from 30 thousand rubles a week for two.

Read more about prices for trips to Turkey.

UAE

From 44,000 rubles. Luxury skyscrapers in the middle of the desert and hot the sun!

At the beginning of winter, tourists from the colder countries.

Things to do?

The weather allows you to go to the UAE not only for the sake of the sea and clean beaches, but also for the sake of informative excursions.

In December, the United Arab Emirates is celebrated in the Emirates. In the same month passes tournament on rugby. Lovers of intellectual entertainment worth visiting the International Film Festival.

New Year in the Emirates is celebrated in a big way. Whatever resort is attracted the attention of tourists, the holidays are guaranteed to be noisy and fun. In Dubai, at the tower of the Burj Khalifa, they arrange a vivid show – fireworks, sophisticated pyrotechnic shows and laser representation.

December in the UAE is suitable for diving and relaxing on the beach. Calm sun allows you to get an even tan and not get with burns or heat stroke.

In December, the most comfortable time to spend on the main resorts. For a relaxed holiday fit:

• Abu Dhabi;
• Sharjah;
• Ras al-Khaimah.

Luxury hotels in Ras al-khaym

View night city from the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa tower

National Day UAE

Celebration New Year’s Eve at the Burj Khalifa Tower

Prices

It will be cheaper to take a ready-made tour with hotel accommodation, meals, transfer and insurance. For a week for two man will cost from 44 thousand rubles for hotels 2-3 *.

Independent travel will be much more expensive, so the flight cost from 16 thousand from Moscow in both directions, hotel room from 2 thousand per night. The standard of living in the Emirates is very high, therefore food prices will be appropriate from 1500 rubles for lunch at two.

Cuba

From 108,000 rubles. Island of freedom and ecotourism!

Prices for holidays in Cuba are not too high, and the sea and sandy beaches in tropical climates allow you to enjoy a good rest. The weather in December is so wonderful here that you don’t want to leave!

What to do on the island of freedom?

• Beach vacation. By the way, the most famous beach of Cuba Varadero is considered one of the cleanest beaches in the world!
• Cuba is an ideal place for ecotourism. Here23 reserve, 14 national parks, 7 unique zones listed in UNESCO, as well as the largest Caribbean colony flamingo.
• It is best to rent a car and drive through the whole country. Be sure to swim in the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean.
• And you can rent a bike and drive through the mountains, Take a closer look at the local population.
• Go diving, there is surprisingly diverse underwater the world and more than 20 diving schools.
• For fishing enthusiasts, an excursion in the sea is best. Here you can catch a really big fish!
• Going to baseball, the players here are considered among the best in the world.

Take in rent a car and see the whole country

Go diving

On the streets often spend carnivals, especially before the New Year

Prices

The visa-free regime in Cuba is valid for up to 30 days.

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Where to go on vacation in the winter with a visa: the sea and not only

Holidays in Europe at the seaside in December – not too big pleasure.

In Greece, Spain and Italy, the beach season is already closed. Although winter is these regions are much warmer than in Russia, enjoy resorts are better not in December, but in the middle of spring.

To travel to some popular tourist countries Russian citizens still need a visa. Get permission to the trip is usually not too difficult, especially if the paperwork in the “high” season.

India (Goa)

From 39 000 rub. Beach holidays, meditations and temples

December is a great month for a trip to Goa. Most local understands Russian, so that problems with communication will not appear even with self travel arrangements.

How to have fun?

Of course, sunbathe on countless beaches and swim in the warm ocean! And if the beaches of India are fed up, you can go on a trip. First candidates “for inspection” – plantations spices, crocodile and tortoise farm.

Be sure to look at the old part of Goa included in the list. UNESCO. Separate exotic entertainment – elephant ride and swimming with them. Be sure to jump with a parachute or Take a ride on a paraglider and admire the views of the ocean. Take a dip in a constant holiday atmosphere can be in numerous nightclubs and overclubs. We advise to visit Kotigao or Bondla nature reserves and “soul relax” left alone with nature.

And, of course, meditate, go healing and cleansing procedures.

Sure to try swimming with elephants

Beach holiday

Visit the plantation spice

Go with the kids to the festival of colors

Meditate undergo healing and cleansing procedures

Prices

If you are planning a trip to India for 7-10 days, most advantageous to take ready tour.

A trip for a month is best to look for yourself. Accommodation in India is very cheap, the most expensive air tickets will be issued.

Sri Lanka

From 80,000 rubles. The famous exotic island of Ceylon tea!

The season on the exotic island of Sri Lanka is just beginning, rains are possible in the first half of the month, but in the second half month, the weather stabilizes, and there is no precipitation. It is worth considering if you are going on holidays with children. However in the second half months and the number of tourists, and prices will also rise. The sun in December is not so scorching, the water is warm, and the humidity goes down – this is perfect time to relax here.

Visa

Regardless of the period of stay in the camp must be in advance apply for a visa. This can be done online, which greatly simplifies task

Things to do?

• On the beaches of Benton you can not only swim in the ocean, but and to diversify rest with walks on the Benton River.
• Visit the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, where you can get to know these animals closely. Now there are about 80 individuals.
• Shopping at the World Trade Center in Colombo. it The tallest building on the island has 40 floors.
• See the migration of birds and whales.
• Look at the inhabitants of the wild in National parksKumana and Yala.
• Plunge into the atmosphere of celebrating the New Year and Christmas
• The island is famous for its tea plantations, go at Nouwara Eliya and get to know the local traditions.
• In the holy city of Anuradhapura you can see archaeological sites and landmarks, many of them listed in UNESCO. Be sure to take a look at the frame and the tree. Mahabodhi.

Beach holiday

Tree Mahabodhi with the holy city of Anuradhapura

Take a dip into the wild in Cumana National Park

Visit the shelter for elephants

Take a look to tea plantations in Nuwara Eliya

Prices

Mexico

From 100,000 rubles. The ancient cities of the Aztecs and Mayas and the snow-white sandy beaches!

Mexico attracts tourists not only for its snow-white the beaches of the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean, but also the culture of the ancient Mayan and Aztec civilizations, National parks, architecture and, of course, traditional cuisine. Here pagan and mingled Christian traditions, ancient pyramids and modern parks entertainment, luxurious palaces and a museum. The sea in December is warm here the sun is gentle and not so active – the perfect time to visit country!

Visa

It is necessary to issue a permit to enter and leave the country, You can do this online.

Things to do?

• Enjoy a beach holiday in Acapulco. At night you can relax in the numerous clubs and bars
• Cancun can surf
• Look at the holy city of the Maya tribeChichen Itza. Temple shrouded in many legends and used for sacrifices. Also interesting is the inspection of the ancient city Tulum.
• Visit the Cathedral in Mexico City, the main Catholic temple combines elements of Baroque, renaissance and neoclassicism.
• The Museum of Underwater Sculptures is a contemporary work of art, consisting of four hundred statues at the bottom of the ocean, fascinates with its beauty
• The cave of giant crystals looks like an unearthly place! Crystals form here naturally at 100% moisture. and a temperature of + 50ºС and reach a length of 11 meters
• For children and lovers, “tickle your nerves” is suitablePark entertainment Xplor. There are innocent children’s attractions. but also extrem entertainment – you can swim on rafts along the rivers and caves, go down the cable car or ride a buggy through the jungle.

Acapulco

Cancun

Cathedral cathedral in mexico city

Underwater museum sculptures

Cave giant crystals

Go off on an excursion to one of the ancient cities of the Maya, for example, to the city Kunkun on the coast

Prices

Traveling to Mexico is not cheap, however large baggage the impression is worth it! The most expensive is a long flight living itself is not so expensive. Dinner for two cost from 1200 rub.

Australia

From 100,000 rubles. Homeland kangaroo and a great opportunity to do surfing!

If you want something unusual – go here! The rest will not be cheap, but the flight is long, but far Australia will leave a lot of positive impressions! First picture which arises in the head – endless ocean, kangaroo and surfing .. However, this is not all that this incredible a country! Australia combines modern cities with skyscrapers and untouched nature.

Visa

It is necessary to obtain a visa in advance at the embassy of the country. Dial patience, getting a visa here is not so easy, you need to file a lot of documents and wait for a positive decision … But it worth it!

Things to do?

• Beach vacation on one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet – Beach Bondi
• Explore the Great Barrier Reef with scuba diving – this is no longer nowhere on our planet!
• Visit the famous Sydney Opera House. This is a visit country card, a masterpiece of architecture.
• Drive along the Great Ocean Road with her “12 apostles ”
• View on Uluru – a sacred place for local Aboriginal.
• Drive along the Harbor Bridge – one of the largest arched steel bridges on the planet. Here is the amazing view of the city!
• Visit one of the many National Parks and take a dip into the wild.
• The island of Tasmania is famous for its unique nature, it is the most southern inhabited point of the planet, further only Antarctica.
• Horizontal waterfalls are a unique natural phenomenon.
• Surfing here attracts athletes from around the world!

12 apostles

Great Barrier reef

Take care surfing, here are some of the biggest waves in the world

Famous Sydney Opera House

Tasmania Island

Harbor bridge

Prices

There are no such tours in Australia, but you can plan it. travel by yourself. Travel home kangaroo cost not cheap. Prices for flights and accommodation depend on the city, in that you are going to go. Dinner for two is from 2000 rubles.

Where can you relax in Russia?

In December, you can relax in Russia.

If you like skiing, it is best to go to Dobmay. or Sochi.

And in the Crimea, you can look at what you just see in the summer is impossible!

Dombai (Caucasus)

From 20 000 rub. For lovers of active winter sports!

If you like to conquer the mountain peaks – you should certainly go to the Caucasus! Dombay – a popular ski resort in the North Caucasus, famous for its beautiful views and mild climate, as well as included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Here you can not only ski down the mountain or snowboarding, but also go in for other active sports – for example, ice skating. More than 10 tracks of different complexity and length, well-equipped slopes, ski schools, hotels and cafes – there is everything for a comfortable stay.

Extreme lovers can try to move out from the unbroken the tracks. The services here correspond to the Olympic level, and the prices much cheaper.

Also, the rest here will have to taste and just lovers of nature – The beauty of the local species is breathtaking! Be sure to get up NaMussa-Achitara is a famous observation deck, where an incredible view of the mountain Dombai-Ulgen – the most the high mountain of the Western Caucasus, the top of which is hidden in the clouds. It also offers stunning views of the Caucasus. mountains, Dzhuguluchat glaciers, Sufrjja peaks and even Elbrus.

Prices

To get to Dombai is best by buying a ticket to Mineral waters It will be 3-4 thousand rubles. Next, take a bus ticket, transfer to the resort or rent a car. Rent rooms in hotel from 1400 rubles per night. Cost of sleep pass for 5 days will be from 6500 rubles. Dinner for two will be about 1,500 rubles.

Kamchatka

From 70,000 rubles. Hit your imagination with unearthly landscapes!

This unique land seems like an absolutely unearthly place and make a great impression on any tourist! Here erupting volcanoes and valleys of geysers, waterfalls, extraordinary ecosystem and warm water lakes.

There are 160 volcanoes and 414 mountain glaciers! Worth right away note that the journey here will come cheap, but it is definitely Worth it! Almost the entire peninsula is untouched by man nature, wild bears, and the entire population is concentrated in several small towns. It is cold in Kamchatka in winter, so it is warm, waterproof clothing and shoes must be in your backpack.

Be sure to look at the Valley of Geysers, where the sky and The case is pulled out by boiling fountains. It is best to take a tour of helicopter and see the whole district, it will cost from 25 thousand. Also look at the current Klyuchevsky volcano, from which constantly there is steam. You can relax on the hot springs, try active rest in the mountains, climb the volcano Avachinsky.

Valley of Geysers

Klyuchevsky volcano

Plunge into the world wildlife

Weather in Kamchatka

The weather depends on the place of rest, the average daytime temperature is -6ºС, however, if you climb high in the mountains, then the thermal center drops to -22ºС.

Prices

Crimea

From 26,000 rubles. Sights and mild wellness climate.

The climate in winter is mild enough, the weather is sunny, and all coastal cities come to life and are preparing to celebrate the New Year. AT the mountains here you can do active sports as well look at the frozen waterfalls that acquire magical view. You can bask on the hot springs in Arabatskaya the arrow.

Be sure to look at the Swallow’s Nest, decorated snow-white flakes of snow, visit karst caves. Winter in Crimea is a great time to watch the stars and planets, make This is possible in the Crimean Astrophysical Observatory.

You can even take a sea excursion in good weather, or climb the mountains. And the numerous palaces and museums of the Crimea are not make you bored. New Year’s Eve many tourists sent to Ai-Petri.

Climb the mountains

Crimea in winter

Prices

Where better to go relax with your child?

For children, not only the warm sea and clean beaches are important. Choosing A place to stay with children is worth thinking about:

• availability of infrastructure;
• presence in the hotel children’s entertainment;
• excursion programs that kids will like;
• according to climate child health.

Holiday with a child abroad

Egypt, Thailand, the UAE or Goa, what to choose from this?

Egypt

Rest by the sea will surely please your child, and numerous entertainment programs and attractions are located right in the hotel. Type of holiday “all inclusive” will allow you to forget about many problems – a varied diet will allow the child to choose their own lunch, and animators spend their leisure time. In addition, the rest will be released here budget. All beaches are sandy with a gentle entrance to the water.

Thailand and Vietnam

White sandy beaches, warm sea and numerous excursions will allow interesting leisure time. These countries are increasingly family orientated – there are a lot of water parks, attractions and interesting places for children, developed infrastructure. AT hotels often offer babysitting services and preferential or free accommodation for children.

UAE

The city of the future will surely conquer your child! Besides beach holiday and warm sea, there are water parks, rides, swimming pools, zoos, dolphinariums, karting and interesting tours.

Goa

In India you can ride an elephant with a child and visit various excursions, and great weather will allow a lot of time spend on the beach. With a child, you can attend paint festivals or National parks.

Holidays with a child in Russia

Crimea or Sochi? Or maybe other ski resorts?

Ski resorts

Fans of active winter holidays can safely go to one of the ski resorts in Russia – the choice is huge. Rose The farm where the Olympiad was held, or Dombay in the Caucasus, also popular is the Zavjalich. You can ski, snowboarding, skating, going on excursions in the mountains and admiring beautiful views.

Sochi

In the city of Sochi, you can have a great time walking around parks, excursions, Olympic facilities or go for a drive attractions in Sochi Park.

Crimea

The mild winter climate and festive pre-New Year atmosphere, numerous excursions and sanatorium programs – there is definitely not will be boring!

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