Warm countries in winter without a visa. Which European countries are warm in winter? India and Sri Lanka

Where is the best place to vacation abroad in winter? Where is the warm sea? Where is it inexpensive and doesn’t require a visa? All this can be found in South-East Asia, where we are spending our third winter. Based on personal experience, we have compiled a selection of countries where you can inexpensively go on vacation in the winter of 2019-2020.

We will only tell you about those countries and resorts where we ourselves vacationed during the winter months. We will describe the weather, nuances, pros and cons, prices, and give advice. Choose the most suitable resort for you and go on vacation to the warm sea!

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Vietnam

Vietnam is our love at first sight. This is the best place where you can relax in winter abroad by the warm sea. We've already met there three times.

Advantages: very cheap, delicious food, nice people, unique culture, great hotels (even for $10), plenty of attractions, good beaches.

Minuses: sanitation in public catering - weakness Vietnamese. However, this applies to almost all of Southeast Asia. If you are disdainful of eating with locals in street cafes, choose more expensive establishments.

Weather in winter. During the winter months, we lived in all regions of the country: in the center (Danang, Hue, Hoi An), in the south (Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Da Lat, Mui Ne and Phan Thiet) and in the north (Hanoi, Ha Long). Read about

Things to do. Tourists devote the first days to a lazy beach holiday, and then go on excursions. There are a lot of them, from short sightseeing tours to two-three-day trips to the north of the country. We rent a bike and ride around the area.

Beaches. Vietnamese beaches are good, but they can hardly be called paradise - for those, go to or. However, there are beaches with white sand here too: and.

Prices for tours. You can find an inexpensive tour to Vietnam in advance or buy a last minute tour. Week-long tours cost from 60 thousand rubles for two from Moscow.

Thailand

Thailand is a favorite among the Chinese, Indians and our compatriots. From December to April the concentration of tourists is off the charts. Thailand is far from fabulous, but this is the third time we come here in winter - to relax on the powdery beaches and swim in the turquoise sea.

It's clear why: It’s warm in winter and you can swim, interesting excursions, varied leisure activities, .

Minuses: there are a lot of tourists, noisy, some resorts are expensive. However, there are many resorts and beaches in Thailand - it is easy to find quite secluded places (even in popular Phuket).

Weather in winter. In winter we lived in Phuket, Pattaya, Krabi and Bangkok. It is still quite humid and there may be rain - usually in the evening or at night. In January and February it is dry and hot, the sea is calm and clean. Air temperature is about +32°C, water temperature is about +28°C.

Things to do. In Phuket, take excursions to the islands: Phi Phi, Similan, Racha. In Pattaya - excursions to the River Kwai, Ayutthaya, and islands. Visit entertainment shows, temples, zoos, and engage in active sports. If you have a driver's license, rent a bike and ride around.

Beaches. In Pattaya, the beaches and sea do not make you want to swim - take a ferry to neighboring Koh Larn, it is clean and there are fewer tourists. In Phuket, the choice of beaches is huge, but the distance between them is decent. We usually stay in Patong and go to other beaches by bike.

Visa. Russians can stay in Thailand for 30 days without a visa.

Malaysia

Do you know many people who go to Malaysia for a beach holiday? Nevertheless, you can have a good rest there in winter: it’s warm and you can swim, the weather is great! We advise you to first of all go to Malaysia for the cultural program, and a beach holiday will only be a pleasant addition.

Pros: picturesque landscapes, exotic country, culture, good beach holiday, delicious food, cool National parks(especially in fabulous Borneo).

Minuses: not as cheap as in Vietnam or Thailand, especially on the islands.

Weather in winter. We lived in Penang. Air temperature is about +32°C, water temperature is about +28°C. Sometimes it rains (usually only in the evening and at night). In Langkawi it’s about the same, only there is no rain.

Things to do? Most people come to Penang for cultural leisure and to get acquainted with local cuisine. It's picturesque here national park, a colorful village on stilts and colonial architecture, as well as street art in George Town. On other islands, tourists engage in diving and snorkeling.

Beaches. For beach holidays and wildlife, people go to Langkawi and its neighboring islands, as well as Pangkor and Tioman. In Penang you can only swim in the north of the island. Popular beaches are Batu Ferrenghi and Monkey Beach (monkeys really live there!).

Visa. Russians can stay in Malaysia for 30 days without a visa.

Prices for tours. Weekly tours for two from Moscow - from 100 thousand rubles.

Philippines

The Philippines is an excellent alternative to the Seychelles and the Maldives: here you can have an inexpensive winter holiday by the warm sea on paradise beaches with white sand. The islands are suitable for both independent travelers and package tourists. Avoid big cities (Cebu City, Manila) and go straight to secluded islands - for example. We vacationed there just in winter.

Pros: islands for every taste, pristine exotic nature and beaches, colonial architecture, plenty of excursions, .

Weather in winter. We visited Bantayan, Cebu, Bohol and Manila in winter. Air temperature is about +30°C, water temperature is about +27°C.

Things to do. Beach holidays, diving, snorkeling, surfing, water activities, swimming with whale sharks, national parks.

Beaches. On Bantayan (in Santa Fe) they are gorgeous: wide, white soft sand. The most tourist island, famous for its beaches, is Boracay.

Visa. Russians can stay 30 days without a visa.

Prices for tours. From 100-120 thousand rubles from Moscow. It's more profitable to rest.

Where else to go on holiday abroad in winter

For an inexpensive beach holiday in winter, the Maldives are suitable. Surprised? Imagine, even on these paradise islands you can relax

“Prepare your sleigh in the summer” - we all remember this Russian proverb from childhood. Let's try to take care of the upcoming winter holiday, if not in the summer, then at least in the fall! Winter in our country lasts three months - according to the calendar, but in reality, “climatically”, Russians have the whole dubious range of winter pleasures from wet snow to bitter frosts all five months of the year. In addition, the New Year holidays traditionally include the longest weekend in the work schedule - the Christmas holidays. And if you are not an ardent fan of skiing, you don’t see the beauty in winter fishing, if you are tired of the gray mess under your feet in big cities and miss the gentle sun rays, then a beach holiday in winter is for you!

There are a great variety of destinations for winter beach holidays. Trips to Egypt, the Emirates, Thailand and the Indian state of GOA are considered traditional. The resorts of Bali, Dominican Republic, Cuba and the Maldives are very popular. IN Lately The beaches of Vietnam and the tropical Chinese island of Hainan became popular. Even Malaysia and the Seychelles can no longer be called exotic.

Let's try to figure out what attracts our tourists to certain countries.

Egypt

One of the large hotels in Sharm el-Sheikh

An undoubted advantage of a holiday in Egypt is the simplified visa entry into this country for citizens of Russia and the CIS: you purchase a visa valid for a month at the airport upon arrival for only $15.

There are not many downsides to holidaying in Egypt. First of all, it is not very convenient to enter the sea on the resort beaches of Sharm El-Sheikh. But there is a way out: every beach with a coral bottom is equipped with special platforms that make it easier to descend into the sea. In addition, you can buy special shoes for swimming - “corals”, they are sold in any store at the hotel. Further: many tourists are dissatisfied with the intrusive service in shops, retail shops, cafes and restaurants. But what can I say? The East is a delicate matter, and the northeast of Africa is even more so, and the Arabs cannot ignore a possible buyer or client due to their mentality.

Thus, the advantages of a traditional winter holiday in Egypt are immeasurably greater than the disadvantages. Winter holidays in Egypt, as always, will become a memorable event in your life, an island of hot summer in the middle of the Russian winter.

UAE

Beach overlooking Abu Dhabi, capital of the UAE

In recent years, many Russians prefer to spend their winter holidays in the UAE. The United Arab Emirates is a real fairy tale, a country where the future is written in Arabic script. architectural structures“High-tech” is intertwined with a conservative way of life. Only in the UAE, skyscrapers made of metal and glass peacefully coexist with oriental bazaars, camels with limousines, and the traditional clothing of local women, “abaya,” with chic boutiques of famous couturiers.

The resorts of the Emirates attract tourists primarily with the best hotel service in the world, often corresponding to the 7-star level, golden sandy beaches, and the opportunity to look behind the secret veil of the culture of the true East. The comfortable temperature for winter is 25-28 degrees, and the fairly warm water temperature in the Persian Gulf (19-20 degrees) becomes a definite advantage when choosing the UAE as a destination for your winter holiday. Don't forget about shopping in the UAE. If you have never been an avid shopaholic before, when you find yourself in the Emirates in February, you will undoubtedly become one. It's impossible not to join the ranks of shoppers when you see 80% discounts at all the fashion designers' boutiques, and Abu Dhabi's numerous markets will simply blow your mind.

The most popular emirates for holidays are Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Guests in the UAE will be offered an excursion visit to the Arabian Tower hotel - Burj Al Arab - the most expensive hotel in the world, an archipelago of artificial islands, a visit to Moroccan baths and a radon source, and the Wild Wadi water park. Fans of active recreation will not be bored: night crab hunting, underwater fishing, parachute jumping and airplane flights are not a complete list of entertainment in the UAE. However, we should not forget about some of the nuances of holidays in the Emirates. First of all, these are bans on smoking and drinking alcohol in public places. It is recommended to indulge in the above-mentioned vices within the walls of your room, drinking alcoholic beverages exclusively from Duty Free. Regarding drugs, the Emirates law is extremely short and harsh - the death penalty. Moreover, it is carried out so quickly that you won’t have to rely on the help of your “native” consul. Don’t forget about clothing: The Emirates is a conservative Islamic country, so don’t offend the moral principles of its inhabitants with overly revealing outfits.

There are few disadvantages: the Russian language is frankly bad, and this is all the more surprising considering how warm relations were in the past Soviet Union and Cuba, and how many Cuban students studied at domestic universities. Another nuance: while the local currency is pesos, a separate one has been introduced for tourists - cookies, which, as a result, makes prices for services for vacationers several times higher than for locals. However, we need to understand that the country we are going to visit as guests is not at all obliged to master our language; it would be much more logical to learn a few phrases in Spanish. The same applies to currency; an old Russian proverb says: “Don’t meddle in someone else’s monastery with your own rules.”

good because it will provide accommodation and food for every taste: there are a lot of luxury hotels on the coast, at the same time, there is also a large selection of inexpensive hostels and guest houses that provide accommodation for mere pennies. Indian food- the queen of spices - will amaze you with its exoticism, the locals will amaze you with their bright clothes and childish spontaneity. Most likely, the time spent in Goa will remain in your memory as an island of fun and joy surrounded by truly heavenly nature.

“Are there any disadvantages to holidaying in Goa?”, you ask. Let's answer: there are not many of them, but they exist. Tourists need to immediately tune in to the fact that Indians have little understanding of sanitation as a set of activities. This, of course, does not apply to 4-5 star hotels, but applies to the situation in the country as a whole. Moreover, as events have shown recent years, despite the general loyalty of local residents towards tourists, in terms of clothing you should not provoke the natives: for excursions to Hindu shrines and walks in cities outside the hotel territory, shorts, miniskirts and tops with open shoulders are unacceptable. As for the visa, Russians have no problems obtaining it: a visa for a period of up to 3 months is issued within 6 working days at the Indian embassy, ​​its minimum cost is $50. If you go with a travel agency, this problem disappears altogether.

A holiday by the sea in winter is an opportunity to escape for a while from the cold embrace of winter. During this period, you can give yourself not only a fashionable tan and a toned figure, but also get a lot of impressions from getting to know the rich culture of another country.

The Riviera Maya seduces tourists with its 100-kilometer Caribbean coastline between Cancuna and Tulum. The main resorts here are Playa del Carmen and the island of Cozumel. The area, which recently became a resort area, has already been chosen by married couples, with or without children.

They and other tourists are promised a promising holiday:

• climate, which from November to April gives water and air temperatures within 30°C, and the snowy Russian winter on the coast of the Mayan Riviera is the peak of the beach season;
• snow-white sand beach, where natural thalassotherapy procedures are received;
• diving lessons;
• professional golf courses;
• excellent spa centers.

Dominican Republic

The island state (occupies 2/3 of the island of La Hispaniola) is washed by the waters of the Atlantic from the north and the Caribbean Sea from the south. Tropical maritime climate provides vacationers with a year-round summer with comfortable air and water temperatures, when the thermometer is constantly near the 30-degree mark.

There are many resorts in the Dominican Republic and each has its own charm:

• Punta Cana suitable for fans of water sports;
• Puerto Plata – perfect place for family holidays;
• Santo Domingo seduces those who are used to spending their nights in bars and discos;
• Uverto Alto will be appreciated by those who are closer to unity with nature.

Thailand

Having become almost like home for many Russians, it is located on two peninsulas at once - Indochina and Malacca. The tropical country welcomes guests with the magical seas of the Pacific and Indian Oceans, wonderful hotels with a huge range of services and prices.

The main resort regions of Thailand:

• in Pattaya, the most fashionable resort in the country, tourists will find many nightclubs, show programs and processions;
• in the island Phuket, a significant part of which is covered with tropical forests, you can enjoy waterfalls and parks, coconut plantations;
• to Koh Samui guests can admire the beautiful waterfalls - Khid Lad and Namuang, watch funny monkey shows, unforgettable performances of snake charmers, cockfights and bullfights.

Spread out in the Atlantic Ocean, they attract tourists with eternal summer, where you can also have a great rest in the Russian winter.

Fans of holidays in the Canary Islands from the Russian Federation chose 3 islands for themselves:

• Tenerife the resorts of Los Cristianos and Las Americas are chosen by those who cannot imagine a vacation without alcoholic libations and discos;
• Gran Canaria with the sandy beaches of Fuerteventura - a combination of holidays in large tourist centers and small resorts offering a wide range of water sports, yachting and parachute jumping;
• Lanzarote with a protected area for volcanoes, presenting a beautiful “lunar landscape”.

Holidays in Egypt are the most beautiful resorts of Red and Mediterranean Sea with comfortable living conditions and various entertainment. Winter temperatures, more comfortable than in summer, are well tolerated by Russian residents.

Fans of beach holidays need to know about the gentle slopes into the sea and the delicate sand of the Red Sea coast. The Sinai Peninsula with coral beaches will require special slippers to enter the water.

And the beautiful bays with clear water located on the Mediterranean coast.

The best beaches in Alexandria are:

• Al-Maamura;
• Sidi Gaber;
• Al-Assafra.

In this tourist country, you can choose a convenient type of vacation for yourself.

Türkiye is not deprived of the presence of resorts, where tourists are welcome:

• party towns Kemer and Marmaris;
• reflective Belek, Side, Beldibi, Gayunyuk;
• fashionable Bodrum.

Turkish winter gives daytime temperatures reaching +16°C. At the same time, the water in the sea cools down to approximately +19°C. And many do not refuse an invigorating swim.

During this period, prices for accommodation are reduced, and you can stay in a 5* hotel, paying half as much as in the summer.

An indoor pool, sauna, hammam, and spa will alternate with walks along the sea and sightseeing of the unique sights that this hospitable country is rich in.

Shopping in the country in winter is a true pleasure from pleasant purchases at an affordable price. At the end of the cool season, stores offer discounts of up to 80%.

This Arab country even in winter (from October to May) gives sunny days and warm seas, represented by the Persian and Oman Gulfs. The thermometer at this time is usually located near the 30-degree mark, and the water is heated to +24°C. The beaches in the Emirates are sandy, and the shade of sand varies everywhere. For example, in Dubai it is white, and in Ras Al Khaimah it is red.

The most popular holiday destinations are Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The first emirate is suitable for those who are looking forward to spending time on a budget. The best beaches are located in the Jumeirah area.

Basically, they belong to hotels, which is convenient for tourists staying in them: Deira and Bur Dubai offer economical city beaches.

In Abu Dhabi, the city beach is located on the capital's waterfront. It consists of several segments, and you can receive relaxing treatments in a paid, free, family section. If desired, it is possible to sit on grass or sand, but under the canopy of trees.

Comfort is provided by:

• sun loungers and umbrellas;
• changing cabins;
• showers and toilets;
• sports area and rescue service;
• shops selling everything you need for a beach holiday;
• numerous cafes.

The country, located on the Hindustan Peninsula, pleases fans of winter holidays with suitable weather. At this time, the resorts set a comfortable air temperature within the range of +28°С -+32°С. 6 thousand km of well-groomed beaches in Mumbai, Goa, and Kerala offer a decent winter vacation.

IN North Goa The beaches of Anjuna, the most photographed, and Vagator are filled to capacity with numerous travelers. The situation in Candolim is calmer.

In South Goa, the beaches of Aguada and Miramar attract wealthy people, and Dona Paula is chosen by couples in love.

Indian Islands:

• Andamanese;
• Lakshadweep;
• Nicobar

On the wild beaches they gather fans of snorkeling and diving and those who are tempted by a secluded holiday.

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Sri Lanka

Winter air in the island country located in the Indian Ocean warms up to +30°C, the water temperature in the sea is up to +27°C.

The best beach holidays are organized for tourists in the resorts:

• Mount Lavinia, where there is a wide coastal sand strip, pure water and calm sea;
• Kalutara, it attracts a significant number of sports clubs;
• Dickwell, it is chosen by tourists who are attracted by diving centers and accommodation in inexpensive hotels;
• Bentota, famous for the country's largest water sports center and scuba diving club;
• Nilavel, it is suitable for fans of wild beaches, year-round surfing, diving and snorkeling.

In addition to a beach holiday, there are many ways to diversify your leisure time in Sri Lanka. This is a river safari and helicopter excursion, a flight on hot-air balloon and playing golf, fishing. You can devote yourself to agro- and ecotourism, and also get a complex traditional methods Ayurveda treatments.

The island nation in the Caribbean is well known for its resorts. From November to April they welcome tourists with sunny weather up to +32°C.

Maldives

These islands in the Indian Ocean are chosen by many tourists for vacation. The average air temperature of up to + 30’C allows you to fly here in winter.

Here vacations are spent surrounded by sea water. Diving and exploring the underwater world, as well as everything related to sea activities. - at the service of vacationers. This includes snorkeling and windsurfing, a trip on a rented yacht and surfing, and playing beach volleyball.

It is proposed to alternate them with thalassotherapy procedures under the gentle sun, accompanied by the pleasant sound of the surf.

You can sunbathe or swim in the ocean, just wander along the endless shore, while simultaneously giving your skin a bronze tint.

For surfing, the sea in Tari Village, Kanifinolou and Lohifushi, located on the island of Male, is more suitable. Surf safari awaits participants in Haddummati and Addu on the same atoll.

The Indonesian island is characterized by a typical tropical climate with year-round temperatures within +32°C. Rains during this period are common, but they visit this blessed piece of earth’s land only at night, and even then for 2-3 hours.

The resorts of Bali, some of whose shores are washed by the waters of the Pacific and the other by the Indian Ocean, are suitable for various pastimes, which are based on beach holidays.

The most attractive resorts for winter holidays are located in the central and southern parts of the country. Here the air warms up to +30°C, the water in the sea is not much less.

The most popular resorts are:

• Nha Trang, it attracts with its location on the bay, which is why the sea water here is warmer. Hong Chong Beach, right at the foot of the mountains, provides additional benefit from the mountain air. The resort is also famous for the opportunity to improve your health in one of the clinics.
• Danang became famous, among other things, for the Chinese beach, where natural thalassotherapy sessions take place.
• Vung Tau will captivate you with its beaches that stretch for many kilometers.
• Phu Quoc Island loved by fans of diving.
• Phan Thiet choose for a family holiday - everything here is conducive to a calm, peaceful pastime.

The tropical country rewards tourists who arrive here in winter with warm, comfortable air with temperatures up to + 27°C and the same water parameters.

The most popular resorts here include Pangkor Laut and Tioman Island. Rest takes place in clean sandy beaches surrounded by mountain and plant landscapes.

Various water sports will make your holiday more exciting. Fans of diving have the opportunity to get acquainted with the inimitable underwater world, and those who go on walks will be greatly impressed by the magnificence of waterfalls and numerous lakes.

Comparison of the best places for a beach holiday

The choice of trip by tourists is determined according to various criteria, the main ones being cost, flight distance, comfort and exoticism.

Countries offering winter beach holidays are located on different continents:

• The cleanest beach recognized by Varadero in Cuba.
• Among the longest– Novillero in Mexico.
• The best places for a beach holiday in Europe called, among other things, Spain.
• Cuba, Goa (India), Bali, Malaysia lead the list of exotic countries where a beach holiday will bring only enthusiastic memories.

IN winter period travel agencies provide a small selection of trips to hot countries. But even from such a small quantity it’s easy to pick up something interesting. For example, you can go to Egypt. Of course, in the winter months it is cool and windy there in the evenings, but during the day you can sunbathe and even swim in the warm sea. If the hotel and the sea get boring, then you can go on an excursion to the pyramids or visit a museum in Cairo. In the evening, many hotels organize discos with lively music and a fun program. All hotels in Egypt operate normally in winter and even provide decent discounts on accommodation.

If tourists are not looking for any adventure, but just want to enjoy the sea and golden sand, then tours to the Maldives, Seychelles or Bali are organized for them. This is a relaxing holiday for families and lovers. In the evenings there is not much to do on the islands, so partygoers will find it boring here.

Exotic and active holidays

India remains the leader among tourists. An atmosphere of calm and harmony reigns everywhere. Holidays in India are varied: excursions, unsurpassed nature, elephant rides and, of course, the ocean. It is he who attracts tourists with its Cote d'Azur and warm waters. No one has ever given up on India. Everyone will find something here to suit their taste and soul.

Shopping lovers can go on holiday to Dubai, because this is where the global sale takes place in February. But you shouldn't spend all your time shopping. In Dubai you can have a very active and interesting holiday. The underwater zoo alone is worth it. In a specially equipped transparent tunnel you can watch sharks and other inhabitants of the underwater world. For lovers of active recreation, ski resorts have been built in Dubai, safaris and falconry are organized.

Thailand offers Russians a variety of holidays. For couples in love, the romance of Phi Phi or Samet islands is suitable. There are secluded coves, wide beaches and a sea of ​​sunshine. Fans of excursions should visit Bangkok, where there are many temples and architectural monuments. Excellent service, beautiful hotels, low prices on Exotic fruits, seafood and clothing - all this can be found in Thailand in winter.

Even in winter, there are many places that will greet tourists with sunny beaches and blue beaches.

If your vacation falls in the winter, don’t rush to get upset! Winter holidays have many advantages. And if in the summer everyone rushes to the hot sea coasts, then in the winter you have a choice of where to go: to a hot or to a “cold” resort? To decide where it is better to go abroad in winter, ask yourself: what do you prefer - sunny beaches or snow-capped mountains?

The winter holiday period is notable for the following advantages:

1. Prices for trips to many exotic countries are significantly reduced. It is especially profitable to choose pre-New Year tours based on promotions.
2. In winter, warm resorts have significantly fewer vacationers, which means they are calmer and more secluded. It's a good time to have a honeymoon at this time.
3. In some hot Asian countries - Thailand, Burma, Malaysia - the humidity level decreases in winter, which simplifies acclimatization and makes vacation more enjoyable.
4. Finally, winter vacation is an opportunity to visit, thereby choosing an active form of recreation.

How to save money on your winter vacation?

Go to hot country in the midst of cold and slush - perfect solution. Such a vacation will be remembered for a lifetime for its striking contrast: the snow will be replaced by golden sand, the cold wind will be replaced by the gentle sun, and dull puddles will be replaced by the warm sea. When traveling, troubles at work and everyday problems are quickly forgotten. The only disadvantage of a winter trip to a hot country is the difficulties associated with acclimatization.

An important factor in favor of such a trip will be its cost-effectiveness. Prices for summer tours to tropical countries are often steep, but in winter you can choose more economical option. Here are some countries where you can go on an inexpensive winter holiday abroad:

1. India pleases its tourists with low prices. The most popular resort to visit in winter time- Goa. In Goa you can have an inexpensive holiday with the whole family. In the south of the state they stay in comfortable hotels, and in the north it is popular to relax as a “savage”, staying on the warm coast all winter - fortunately, prices for rental housing are quite reasonable. In addition, Goa has a stable hot climate day and night, so you will only need light things on vacation.
2. Excellent dry and sunny weather sets in winter in Thailand. At the same time, prices for tours to this country are slightly reduced. Here, as in Goa, it is popular to stay for the whole winter by renting cozy cottage near the sea.
3. When thinking about the cheapest place to travel abroad in winter, be sure to consider the UAE. During the cold season, prices for air tickets to this country decrease. In January, the shopping season begins here with large-scale sales, so you can... favorable prices purchase quality items - clothes, cosmetics, equipment.
4. In winter, prices for tours to Egypt drop, so it’s profitable to go here with the whole family. The peak tourist season has passed, although the sunny, warm weather remains. You can swim in the sea in Egypt even in February, but only in the hot midday sun. In the evening, cold winds begin to blow, so it is worth bringing warm clothes with you.

For exotic lovers

Where can lovers of exotic countries go abroad in winter? There are plenty of options here too.

• If you are completely tired of gray everyday life and routine chores, a trip to the Maldives is what you need now! The Maldives is a chain of small coral islands in the Indian Ocean with tropical palm trees, hot beaches and fabulously beautiful landscapes. It is calm and uncrowded here. In a cozy bungalow on the ocean, you will fully relax from civilization and all everyday problems. In winter, the dry season begins here.
• December-January are the best months to travel to Cuba. At this time of year, warm, dry weather sets in: the air warms up to 24 degrees, and the water reaches 22. Cuba has sunny beaches, clean Caribbean coastlines, cheerful locals, a lot of music, festivals and national holidays. Cuba is an excellent option for an inexpensive winter vacation abroad.
• Another country in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic, is also welcoming to its tourists all year round. Here you will find a stunning beach holiday on snow-white, fabulously beautiful coastlines. The Dominican Republic is great for a family holiday.

Winter Europe

If you want more snow, clean frosty air, snow-covered mountain landscapes - go on a trip to winter Europe! Choice ski resorts in Europe is huge: Austria, France, Italy, Andorra, Switzerland. All these countries have ideal conditions for skiing, and experienced instructors will help those who are going to ski for the first time. The best are: comfortable hotels, high-quality trails for beginners and confident skiers, a pleasant climate - such a trip will benefit both adults and children!

A trip to Scandinavia will give you a real winter fairy tale. Sweden will delight you with lush snowdrifts, invigorating frosty air, cozy restaurants and cafes. And at night, tourists can watch the northern lights - the most beautiful natural phenomenon.

You can spend a great weekend in Finland. In winter it’s incredibly interesting here: you can ride reindeer or dog sleds, go skiing or snowshoeing, and do winter fishing. The children will be delighted!

If the Scandinavian climate is too harsh for you, you can go on winter holidays to the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany or Slovakia. In these countries the climate is milder, you can walk the streets and go shopping all day long.

Well, there really are a lot of options for where to go abroad for a winter holiday. It all depends on your preferences, expectations and mood. After all, it doesn’t matter where we relax, what matters is how and in what company!