Find out where you can cheaply relax at sea in the summer of 2019 abroad and in Russia! We have chosen the most popular destinations for a holiday by the sea and calculated for each cost index. It will help you understand where to vacation is cheap and where it is expensive. Compare indexes, choose a resort and go on vacation on a budget.
How do we calculate the index?
We calculate two holiday cost indices: for vacationers on a tour and for independent tourists.
Tour holiday index. For each destination we find the cheapest tours for two for 10 days. To the cost of the tour per person we add the cost of a visa (if needed). We divide the result by 10. We get the cost of vacation per day per person.
Independent travel index. We sum up the main expenses of a tourist and divide by 10:
- Flights. We are looking for the cheapest round trip flight from Moscow. Tickets can be without luggage and with transfers.
- Housing. We find double rooms at the lowest price; we do not consider hostels. Calculation per person for 10 days.
- Visa (if needed).
What are we not counting? Food, travel, excursions, etc. - these expenses are individual and difficult to calculate. Our index does not reflect all travel expenses, but allows you to compare the cost of a vacation on a basic basis.
Why are tickets and tours only from Moscow considered? Firstly, most tourists fly from the capital on vacation. Secondly, the cheapest tickets and tours are usually from Moscow. If we count the indices for departures from all Russian cities, the review will surpass “War and Peace” in volume.
Is it possible to get it even cheaper? Can! In some cases, your vacation will cost less than according to our estimates. You will save if:
- find a cheap one or ;
- you already have and are going to Europe;
- fly on vacation during the low season.
Prices have been updated for the summer season 2019 and are indicated in Russian rubles. Indices for European countries are duplicated in euros, for Asia - in US dollars.
Exchange rate: 1 US dollar ≈ 65 RUB.
Choose a destination to suit your taste and budget:
Swimming pools are found not only in expensive hotels, but also in budget hotels and guest houses. True, they are smaller there and the water can be changed much less often. (Photo © booking.com / Swissоtel Resort)
Greater Sochi
Where can you have a cheap holiday at sea if not? Tickets and tours are inexpensive, there is cheap accommodation, you don’t need a visa, you can eat inexpensively in canteens.
Tours. The cheapest ones are without food.
Flights. Usually in summer tickets cost from 7,000 rubles. The cheapest way to fly is Pobeda - tickets from many Russian cities cost from 2,000 rubles in both directions (without luggage), but they sell out quickly - you need to be on time. Luggage is paid separately, to save money, you can take one suitcase for two.
It’s cheaper to fly on your own only if you have time to buy the cheapest tickets on sale and without luggage. In other cases, a tour and an independent holiday cost approximately the same.
Beach in Lazarevskoye (Photo © booking.com / Apartments on Odoevskogo, 87) Crimea
In Crimea, you can relax at sea just as inexpensively as in the Krasnodar Territory: accommodation and food are cheaper, flights are more expensive. Find out: and
On Ai-Petri, Crimean Mountains (Photo © mr_wood / flickr.com) Montenegro
You can have a cheap holiday at sea abroad in. In the summer of 2019, tours to Budva, Petrovac, Becici cost from 56,000 rubles for two, air tickets to Tivat - from 13,000 rubles. Russians do not need a visa! Hotels in Budva can be found from 18€ per night. Lunch in an inexpensive restaurant in Budva will cost about 7 € per person. Find out more about and.
Old Budva is a corner of Mediterranean architecture in the heart of a modern resort (Photo © varfolomeev/ flickr.com) Türkiye
A classic of the genre - Türkiye, beloved by Russians. Even bans on the sale of tours did not stop tourists; they flew on vacation. Fortunately, the ban has now been lifted.
Is it cheap to go on vacation? You can't get any cheaper! This is why holidays on the Turkish sea are so popular. You don't need a visa, and tickets, hotels and food are inexpensive. Pobeda flies to Alanya - from 12,600 rubles. Tours for summer 2019 now cost from 48,000 rubles for two, all-inclusive - from 52,000 rubles. But this is not the limit! You can often find cheap tours to Turkey (for 10-15 thousand rubles) - look for them in our section.
On a tour or on your own? The tour is almost always cheaper, especially last minute and all-inclusive.
Kaputas Beach, Türkiye (Photo © toocheesh / pixabay.com) Cyprus
Electronic visa to Cyprus for Russians is free and can be issued via the Internet, but is only suitable for direct flights from Russia. If you fly with a transfer, you need a regular tourist visa. Find out about all the nuances of design.
The Blue Lagoon is one of the protected places in Cyprus (Photo © `TOMS` / flickr.com) Greece
Greece is one of the most inexpensive places in Europe to relax by the sea. The flight from Russia is not far, prices for housing, food and entertainment are reasonable. not expensive either.
Tours for summer 2019 you can buy from 54,000 rubles for two. Sometimes we find last-minute deals and - follow our news.
Chip flights from Moscow can be found in Thessaloniki - from 9,700 rubles. To Athens, Crete, Kos, Corfu, Zakynthos, Rhodes - 11-16 thousand rubles.
Visa: 35 € (consular fee) + 1380 rubles (service fee).
Balos Beach, Crete (Photo © Riccardo Romano / flickr.com) Bulgaria
You can cheaply relax abroad by the sea in Bulgaria - this is one of the.
Flights. The most budget way to fly to Burgas or Varna from Moscow is charters. Tickets cost from 13,000 rubles.
On the beach in Albena, Bulgaria. (Photo © Balcon del Mundo / flickr.com) UAE
Rub al Khali desert in the UAE (Photo © Daniel Jo / flickr.com) Thailand
You can have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad. We vacationed in Phuket three times and Pattaya twice. Hotels and food are inexpensive, there are more than enough attractions, the beaches are excellent, and you don’t need a visa.
How much does a vacation cost? Considering the distance, tours and air tickets are reasonable: tickets - from 23,000, tours - from 67,000 rubles for two. Accommodation can be found from $10 per night.
Our notes will help you save:
Egypt
Tours to Egypt are still expensive - from 100 thousand for two. Tourists continue to vacation in Egypt, but already. It turns out cheaper than the tour. And in the old days you could relax with a voucher for 5,000 rubles for two! Flights from Moscow to Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada for the summer of 2019 cost from 20,000 rubles, to Cairo - from 11,000. Hotels - from $12. Eating in a cafe - $4.
A visa to Egypt for Russians is obtained upon arrival - $25, a Sinai stamp in Sharm el-Sheikh is free.
Pyramids in Egypt (Photo © Mondo79 / flickr.com) India (Goa)
Colors of India (Photo © Sven Van Echelpoel / flickr.com) Italy
How to fly cheaper? Flights to Rimini in the summer of 2019 cost from 19,000 rubles. It’s cheaper to fly with Pobeda or another airline to Milan, Venice, Pisa - tickets from 10,000 rubles. From there you can take an inexpensive bus to Rimini or another resort.
Visa: 35 € (consular fee) + 2000 rubles (service fee).
Roman Colosseum (Photo © jaymce / flickr.com) Vietnam
Vietnam is one of our favorite countries! We came here three times, visited almost everywhere, and lived in the country for six months in total. The cheapest place to relax is in and. A little more expensive on, but the beaches there are better. Read ours - they contain a lot of useful information from personal experience.
What is the price? You can relax at sea in Vietnam inexpensively. A visa is not required for a period of up to 15 days. Tours - from 80,000 rubles for two. Tickets - from 23,000 rubles. A room in a good hotel in Nha Trang can be found from $10. The food is very cheap! You can have a hearty and tasty meal for $1-2. Read about how much an independent trip to Vietnam costs.
Where and to which resort in Russia is it better to go to the sea with children in 2019? The most suitable places for a family trip to the sea with a child in Russia are, of course, the Black Sea resorts of the Krasnodar Territory and Crimea. Read our top 10 rating with map, photos, reviews, comparison, pros and cons...
But perhaps, for some reason, you don’t want or are not yet ready for a trip abroad to the sea with children... We, the authors of the blog “Traveller’s Diary,” are publishing a new 2019 rating for holidays with children at sea in Russia:
Top 10 best family resorts in Russia:
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- duration of the flight, distance from the airport and duration of the transfer (although it is usually possible to get to Russian resorts by car, train, or bus)
- nice beach and convenient entrance to the sea
- entertainment centers, water parks, amusement parks, playgrounds and other infrastructure for children
- purity of the sea and nature
- nutrition
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When compiling this selection, we tried to take these factors into account. But unlike the rating of foreign countries, we will not assign places (the level of prices, conditions and service are approximately the same and differ insignificantly), but simply offer the top 10 Russian seaside resorts for families with children in 2018:
Let's start with the resorts of Crimea.
Most resorts in Crimea are great for families with children. There is very beautiful nature, a clean sea and developed infrastructure for children. For children in Crimea there are numerous water parks, dolphinariums and other entertainment. Adults will be interested in nature, rich history, numerous museums and attractions of Crimea, Crimean wineries, a variety of water activities and sports...
Swimming in Crimea is comfortable already from May, but for swimming children the sea warms up well from June. June-July, as well as the velvet season at the beginning of September, are ideal for relaxing with a child. The beaches in the south of Crimea are predominantly pebble, and sandy beaches can be found in Yevpatoria in the west of Crimea, as well as in Sudak and Feodosia in the east of Crimea.
You can get to Crimea by car via the new Crimean Bridge (trains will soon cross the same bridge), or by bus, or by plane. The main international airport of Crimea is located near Simferopol.
Feodosia has very beautiful nature and stunning landscapes. The infrastructure is well developed, there are many cafes and restaurants.
Feodosia has mostly sandy beaches with a very comfortable gentle entrance to the sea for children. The most famous and beautiful beach of Feodosia is the sand and shell “Golden Beach” - very beautiful, wide and the longest in Crimea (6 km!). The "Children's" beach is very popular and convenient for children. On the beaches of Feodosia there are mini-water parks, children's playgrounds with carousels, swings and slides.
There is a good dolphinarium in Feodosia that will not leave either children or adults indifferent. The Feodosia Dolphinarium hosts entertaining performances and offers the opportunity to swim with dolphins. Also, both the child and his parents will certainly enjoy the Safari Ranch park, where in natural conditions you can observe many animals, including rare ones: ostriches, antelopes, fallow deer, deer...
For adults, Feodosia will be interesting both for its nightclubs and numerous museums and attractions: the Genoese Fortress, Stamboli Dacha, Alexander Tower... Aivazovsky was born and lived here, Feodosia is inextricably linked with Chekhov, Alexander Greene, Tsvetaeva.
Feodosia is located farthest from Simferopol airport than all the resorts in this review (120 km), but it is closest to the Crimean Bridge
Another resort in the southeast of Crimea is Sudak and Novy Svet. Sandy and pebble beaches in Sudak are very suitable for families with children, as is the developed infrastructure. In Sudak, children and their parents will be delighted by the water park of the same name, beautiful nature, mountain landscapes, attractions: the famous Genoese Sudak Fortress, Golitsyn's Grotto in the New World, Cave Monastery, Aeolian Harp Grotto, Sun Valley and the Valley of Ghosts...
From Simferopol airport to Sudak it is a little more than 100 km.
Evpatoria has been considered one of the best children's resorts on the Black Sea for decades. And there are many reasons for this... Evpatoria is located very close to Simferopol airport, which means the transfer with a child will be quick and not tiring. The vast majority of Evpatoria beaches are sandy with a gentle entrance. Evpatoria has a well-developed infrastructure. There is a huge dolphinarium, attractions, children's playgrounds, an Amusement Park, the Banana Republic Water Park, Dinopark, Fairy Tale Alley, Central Park, Arboretum and much more.
From Simferopol airport to Evpatoria is about 60 km.
The beaches in Yalta are pebbly, as on the entire Southern Coast of Crimea (SC), and the terrain is hills and mountains... However, this does not prevent Yalta from being one of the most popular children's destinations. The explanation for this is the excellent climate, beautiful nature, very developed infrastructure, as well as the best and most famous sights of Crimea, symbolizing the entire peninsula. Of the attractions, this is, of course, the Swallow's Nest castle, the Massandra Palace, the Livadia Palace, temples, churches and museums, as well as the cable car to Mount Ai-Petri... Children, in addition to the cable car to Mount Ai-Petri, will enjoy the Yalta Oceanarium, water park "Atlantis", "Glade of Fairy Tales", zoo "Fairy Tale", etc. Yalta has an excellent long embankment! But do not forget that you will have to walk or carry a child in a stroller along ups and downs, and the entrance to the sea is often not flat, but with a rapidly increasing depth...
From Simferopol airport to Yalta is approximately 90 km.
Alushta has pebble beaches, a long embankment and an extended beach strip stretching across the outskirts of Alushta... The infrastructure is well developed. The most popular attractions in Alushta and its outskirts are the Aluston fortress, the Valley of Ghosts, the largest waterfall in Crimea, Jur-Dzhur, Mount Kastel, which offers an excellent view of Alushta... Children will be captivated for a long time by the numerous playgrounds, the excellent large Alushta Aquarium-Terrarium , as well as a water park.
From Simferopol airport to Alushta is about 70 km.
Krasnodar region
The resorts of the Krasnodar Territory are hundreds of kilometers of beaches of the Black and Azov Seas, interesting sights, stunning nature, delicious food, fruits, berries and a lot of entertainment. Most of the beaches in the Krasnodar Territory are pebble, but there are also wonderful sandy beaches, for example, in Anapa with Dzhemete and Vityazevo, partly in Lazarevsky and Gelendzhik... And there are also magnificent wild rocky beaches. The infrastructure is widely developed, although there is room for improvement. The resorts of the Krasnodar Territory have a huge number of Water Parks, Dolphinariums and Amusement Parks. The sea warms up for children from June; it is good to relax here with children and the velvet season is in September.
The main international airports are located in Anapa (Vityazevo) and Sochi (Adler), smaller ones in Krasnodar, and the smallest in Gelendzhik. Bus service has been developed, as well as railway service (both long-distance trains and electric trains).
Anapa is perhaps the most popular children's resort in the Krasnodar region. And no wonder! Anapa International Airport (Vityazevo) and the railway station are in close proximity, which means the child will not be tired of the transfer at all. There are a small number of pebble beaches, for example in Su-Psekh and Sukko. But basically, in Anapa and nearby Dzhemete and Vityazevo there are gorgeous sandy beaches, a comfortable entrance to the sea, developed infrastructure and a lot of entertainment for children: Amusement Park, Water Park "Golden Beach", Water Park "Tiki-Tak", Dinopark "Rex", Children's Amusement Park, Water Park "Olympia", Dolphinarium "Nemo", Utrish Dolphinarium, etc. There are few attractions, especially historical ones, in Anapa... This is correct, otherwise there will be no time for gorgeous beaches, water parks, dolphinariums and other entertainment
There is a railway station. The airport in Vityazevo is only 15 km from Anapa.
Lazarevskoye is the farthest northern corner of Greater Sochi, located exactly in the middle between Sochi and Tuapse. There are wide sand and pebble beaches with a gentle entrance to the sea, a fairly developed infrastructure, there are natural and historical attractions, including “33 waterfalls”... Entertainment for children: Water park “Nautilus”, Water park-dolphinarium “Starfish”, Dolphinarium “ Lazarevsky", Central Park, attractions, Berendeevo Tsarstvo Park...
There is a railway station. From Sochi airport (Adler) to Lazarevsky is about 100 km.
Since the 2014 Olympics, Sochi has matured, become more beautiful and more welcoming to vacationers, although many still do not like it... for prices, pebbles, transport links - everyone has their own reasons... However, Sochi remains one of the most popular family resorts in Russia, all year round - the sea is just a stone's throw away from the ski resorts. There is a developed infrastructure, a huge number of attractions and entertainment for both adults and children... Children will be delighted by the water parks "Aqualoo", "Galaktika", "Amphibius", "Mayak", etc., and the amusement parks "Sochi-Park" , "Galaktika", "Riviera", oceanariums and dolphinariums, arboretum, circus... For adults, Sochi Park and SkyPark will add adrenaline. The beaches of Sochi have medium and large pebbles.
There is a railway station in Sochi. Adler Airport is less than 30 km away.
Adler is Sochi's closest neighbor, so the attractions and entertainment are essentially the same... Plus Adler Park with children's playgrounds and attractions, the Madagascar children's center. Well, it’s even closer to the Olympic infrastructure, Sochi Park, SkyPark and the Krasnaya Polyana ski resort than from Sochi. By the way, the view from the cable cars of Krasnaya Polyana in summer is even more beautiful than in winter
And from Adler you can walk to the beaches of Abkhazia!
The beaches in Adler are small and medium pebble, you can find sand and pebble beaches, but there will be very little sand
There is a train station. Airport within the city.
Gelendzhik is one of the oldest and most popular Black Sea resorts with one of the most developed infrastructures. Gelendzhik is located near the very picturesque Gelendzhik Bay of the same name and has a good long embankment. In addition to Gelendzhik itself, Big Gelendzhik includes Divnomorskoye, Blue Bay, Kabardinka, etc. A very long beach strip of tens of kilometers includes completely different beaches: sandy, sand-pebble, pebble, wild rocky... For children, perhaps most of all The beaches of Kabardinka and Blue Bay are suitable - here it is more comfortable to enter the water, there are fewer people and the sea is cleaner than in Gelendzhik itself. From entertainment for children - "Safari Park", Gelendzhik Dolphinarium, "Dinopark" in Kabardinka, water parks "Golden Bay", "Behemoth" and "Dolphin" ... "Golden Bay" is one of the best water parks on the Black Sea coast and not only ... From June to September, the Gelendzhik Carnival, Carnival on the Water, City Day celebrations, the International Hydroaviation Show and other large-scale events take place here.
Summer is approaching - the best time to relax with children. Many parents plan where and how to spend their holidays. After all, you really want your child to not only improve his health in the summer, but also get a lot of memorable impressions.
Perhaps a trip to the sea is the most popular type of holiday with a child. It is not without reason that it is believed that salty sea water, hot sand and gentle sun can harden little vacationers and strengthen their health for the whole next year. When trying to choose a vacation spot, they usually give preference to resorts where parents will be comfortable and children will not be bored. Let's take a closer look at where it is better to relax with a child at sea.
Vacation on the Azov Sea
You can relax on the Sea of Azov with a child from early spring to late autumn. The water of this sea contains a small amount of salt, and along the entire coastline it has a shallow depth. These factors cause the water to heat up quickly. You can swim in the Sea of Azov already at the end of April. At this time, the water temperature reaches twenty degrees, and in the summer, at the height of the season, thirty-two.
Holidays on the Sea of Azov come first for families coming with small children. Everyone loves the safe depth and warm water.
There are sanatoriums and boarding houses on the coast where you can stay. If necessary, in case of illness or injury, there is always the opportunity to seek help from the best specialist.
There is another reason why holidays with children are considered therapeutic. This region is famous for its salt lakes. By taking mud baths you can get rid of diseases of the skin, joints and spine. Healing mud and blue clay enhances metabolism in the human body and accelerates blood flow in blood vessels.
The number of summer vacationers on the Sea of Azov is increasing every year. The network of family sanatoriums and boarding houses is expanding here, hotel rooms are being updated, and new amusement parks are being built. In terms of quality and service provided, the resorts of the Azov Sea are becoming better and more similar to the famous resorts of Bulgaria.
You can get to resort towns located on the Azov Sea, for example, Yeisk or Temryuk, from any corner of the country without any problems. Local residents, who understand the value of the tourism business for their region, are very hospitable and welcoming.
Black Sea
The Black Sea coast has long attracted Russian tourists. The most popular resort towns among vacationers are Tuapse, Loo, Kabardinka, Gelendzhik, Sochi, and Anapa. Each of them has its own charms and disadvantages.
According to statistics, in the summer people most often vacation in Anapa with a child. This year-round resort is famous not only for its cozy beaches and gentle warm sea, but also for its developed infrastructure. Anapa has all possible conditions for a family holiday. Equipped squares, parks, playgrounds, modern attractions and entertainment centers attract a large number of vacationers from Russia and other countries to this resort town.
In the summer season, prices for holidays with children in Anapa remain quite reasonable, thanks to which many vacationers will be able to spend an unforgettable vacation at the resorts of the Black Sea coast. Here you can easily choose the best hotel, which will create all the conditions for the recreation of little tourists, from a special children's menu to the services of experienced teachers. The beach offers various sports games and water attractions.
Anapa water parks are extremely popular, where you can have a wonderful time with the whole family.
Thus, the advantages of this resort include:
- shallow warm sea with a flat bottom;
- sandy beaches;
- developed infrastructure for children's entertainment;
- convenient transport links with other cities (Anapa has an airport and a railway station);
- reasonable housing prices.
Sochi is a great place for a family holiday But it should also be said about some of the shortcomings of this resort town. From mid-summer, the water in the sea begins to bloom and becomes cloudy.
Children's health resort - Crimea
Any resort in Crimea is worthy of attention and admiration. The sandy beaches of Evpatoria and Yalta, Feodosia and Gurzuf have been attracting vacationers with children in the summer for decades. The ideal subtropical climate, recommended by doctors for health improvement, contributes to the location of many children's sanatoriums and camps on the Crimean coast. The resort city of Evpatoria especially stands out among them.
Evpatoria is the best children's resort in Crimea
If the child has not yet reached the age of three, before the trip you should consult a doctor about the place and time of rest. A few days after moving to a new place usually take the body to adapt to the climate change, so the best option would be to take three weeks to rest.
Although you can relax in Crimea anywhere, the most favorite places for families with children are Evpatoria and Feodosia. The water warms up better here, the beaches are sandy, there is a lot of sun and an excellent entertainment infrastructure.
Quiet villages such as Nikolaevka, Kurortnoye, Beregovoe are less popular. There is almost no entertainment here, but there are low prices and spacious beaches. You can find holiday accommodation in Crimea at hochu-na-yuga.ru/krym/.
On the southern coast of Crimea, the beaches are pebble, the sea is deep and getting to the beach is quite problematic due to the high shore. But both in Yalta and Alushta there are many vacationers with children, since there is something to have fun in the evening, where to go, what to see.
Holidays in Bulgaria
In an effort to relax in the summer with children at sea, tourists book trips to Bulgaria, which is in second place after Crimea in the list of inexpensive resorts. The climate of Bulgaria is optimal for strengthening the immune system and improving the health of the child.
People with problems of the respiratory system, nervous and endocrine systems come here, and return from vacation rested and healthier.
The most popular resorts in Bulgaria and the most visited by tourists with children are Sunny Beach, Albena, Golden Sands. The seashore here is flat, clean, well-groomed beaches strewn with fine sand are safe. There are always a lot of different entertainments and attractions for children on the beaches.
To prevent little tourists from getting bored, animators work with them. And for older children, you can choose an interesting excursion, or take part in a themed sea cruise “Pirate Party”, organized on a real yacht.
Summer holidays in Bulgaria are the most inexpensive and comfortable in terms of climatic conditions. If it is not possible to rent a hotel room, it is better to book an apartment with a kitchen. Then preparing a familiar meal for a small child will not be difficult, since the products in Bulgaria are of high quality and inexpensive.
Holidays in Spain
In Spain, Russians fell in love with Catalonia and the island of Mallorca. The spacious and clean sandy beaches of the Costa Dorada and Costa Brava will not leave anyone indifferent. The sea sand in these places, due to the tiny particles of mica it contains, literally sparkles in the sun, creating a feeling of joy and complete happiness. It’s nice to sit at the water’s edge, watching the steady rush of the waves, or kick a ball along the shore, take part in a relay race with your peers, or play beach volleyball. You certainly won't be bored here. And parents will not need to fear for their children, since the depth begins only thirty meters from the shore.
In this country, all beaches are city beaches and all tourists without exception have the right to use them, even if the beach is fenced off by the administration of a nearby hotel.
In European countries, tourism organizers have a very responsible attitude towards vacationers with children, so everything has been done here to provide tourists with children with a comfortable and complete vacation in the summer.
When you come to Spain in the summer, you should definitely visit the Port Aventura park, which will not leave either an adult or a child indifferent. It is located near the town of Salou. Here you can enjoy the best rides, have a bite to eat in cafes and restaurants, and have a photo shoot. School-age children will enjoy the numerous roller coasters, while younger visitors will best remember Sesame Land with its carousels, swings and mini-pools.
Trip to Greece
Another country where you can go on vacation in the summer with children is, of course, Greece. Low humidity and lush greenery help withstand the hot summer. And the beaches and sea in Greece are so clean that they seem simply sterile. Most often, tourists going on holiday to this country choose the islands of Crete, Rhodes and Kos. The sandy and pebbly coastline is equipped with umbrellas and sun loungers. Playgrounds, water slides and various attractions await their little guests.
Greece is a country with a long history. There are many attractions and ancient monuments here, a visit to which will diversify your holiday and be useful for broadening your child’s horizons.
Greece is an ideal place for a family holiday This is not the entire list of places where you can relax with children and swim in the sea. Experienced tourists probably have their own favorite routes. The choice of holiday destination usually depends on the financial capabilities of the parents and the child’s ability to tolerate long-distance travel and changes in climatic conditions.
One of the most popular resorts in Cyprus, famous for its large and clean beach area, as well as an abundance of entertainment for all vacationers. For children, many water parks, amusement parks, fascinating, educational modern museums and farms with animals have been built here. Parents were prepared with excellent restaurants, water sports areas, various extreme entertainment and, of course, acquaintance with many ancient places. And believe me, Ayia Napa, as one of the oldest cities, is very rich in them. Cathedrals, temples, sculptures, monuments, fountains... and all this against the backdrop of the cleanest, most beautiful sea.
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Transfer from Larnaca Airport to Ayia Napa will cost:
- by bus - €6-12 (for three);
- by taxi - €17.
Accommodation in apartments near the beach ( 6 nights) will cost an average of €385 ( with breakfast). You can stay in a hotel complex near the sea (3-4 stars) from €665 (including breakfast).
All Ayia Napa beaches are free, you only have to pay for additional services - sun loungers, umbrella (from €2 per person). There are many children's playgrounds on the sand with swings and slides, and for older children - volleyball courts and various water attractions.
Children in Ayia Napa will not be bored; a lot of entertainment has been prepared for them: many “living corners” with animals and orchards at hotels, playgrounds in the middle of the city and go-karts, as well as large entertainment centers. The most popular of them are Marine Park, Dinosaurs Park, Water World water park - one of the largest in Cyprus. Average entry prices for adults are up to €35, for children - up to €18.
If your children are already grown up, then together with them you can go on one of the excursions to truly fall in love with Cyprus - the “” self-driving tour will appeal to the whole family, “” will show you all the most interesting places, and “” will open for you the most beautiful part of Cyprus.
Restaurants in Ayia Napa cannot be called cheap. Dinner for three will cost you €80-100, lunch is a little cheaper - on average €50-75. But there are also quite affordable cafes, where, even after spending €25-30, you won’t leave hungry. In addition, do not be shy to find out about “happy hours” in many cafes and bars, when they offer a discount on the entire menu or on some individual dishes/drinks. Local sweets (sundzukos, kiofterka, daktila, loukoumades) cost on average from €1 to €4 (a piece).
2. Rimini, Italy
Rimini is one of the excellent options for a summer family holiday in Europe. Here you will find 15 km of well-equipped beaches on the Adriatic coast, and many different parks, water parks and playgrounds for children, as well as hundreds of restaurants, cafes, bars, nightclubs where parents can relax. There are also many attractions and museums, so you will definitely never be bored. One of the advantages of Rimini is its relative accessibility, since prices here for accommodation/food/entertainment are somewhat lower than in other resorts in the country.
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Rimini is famous for its wealth of entertainment for children. And the most popular places are the Aquafan water park and the Fiabilandia amusement park.
All-day admission to Aquafan for adults is €25, for children €18. All-day admission to Fiabilandia for adults is €16, for children €13.
Every day excursions depart from Rimini to different cities in Italy: an excursion to Rome - from €75, to Venice - from €60 (per person). If you do not leave the city, and there is also something to admire here, then entrance to local cultural centers and museums costs around €10.
For those who want to get to know Rimini better in an informal setting, we recommend, who will not only tell you a lot of interesting things about Rimini, but also show you the life of the city, local gastronomy, parties, and recommend good restaurants and bars.
Dinner for three in a restaurant can cost €200, or maybe €70. But for €45-50 you can have quite a tasty meal in good cafes. An ice cream cone can be bought for €2-3
The most convenient way to get to Rimini is to fly from Kyiv to Bologna. From Bologna you can get to Rimini in an hour and a half by train or bus. Ticket price is €5-20.
Accommodation in a hotel (3-4 stars) on the seashore (6 nights) will cost from €600 (including breakfast).
Beaches in Rimini are both free and paid. They differ, of course, in additional services and services, but are similar in that they have everything necessary (showers, toilets, locker rooms) and children's playgrounds. So, on a paid beach, 3 sun loungers, an umbrella and towels will cost around €15-20 (for the whole day).
3. Salou, Spain
If you want to go on a beach holiday with children in, then you couldn’t find a better place. A calm and picturesque place on the Mediterranean coast with a lot of sports activities, entertainment centers, water parks and amusement parks, a beautiful city center - all this is Salou. Cycling and yachting, excursions to France and the famous places of Catalonia - this will be a vacation after which you will still need to catch your breath.
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Transfer from Barcelona to Salou will cost:
- by train - from €48-69;
- by bus - €33-45;
- by taxi - €130-150.
Accommodation in good apartments in the city center ( 6 nights) will cost an average of €545. A hotel (4 stars) near the sea will cost approximately €770-850.
Vacationers in Salou unanimously claim that this is one of the best places for a beach holiday with children on the entire Spanish coast. And for good reason - it’s a calm and quiet city, clean and safe beaches, establishments offer children’s menus, and even adult clubs or centers have rooms with animators. But the main advantage of the city is its many amusement parks, one of which is the legendary PortAventura, also called the “second Disneyland”. Your children will make you come back here, because a day in this park will definitely not be enough. The cost of visiting the park for adults is €45, for children - €33.
Another favorite place for little guests is the Aquopolis entertainment center in the town of La Pineda, located near Salou. Not only children, but also adults get a lot of emotions from visiting it, because on its territory there is a zoo, a safari and a huge water park, in general, and here you will need a lot of time, but how many memories will remain! Entry to the center costs €11 for adults and €8 for children.
Spanish cuisine is rich in delicious dishes that are impossible to pass by. The average bill in Salou restaurants for three will cost around €40-50, but be prepared for generous portions. For children, restaurants have a separate menu with less spicy and spicy dishes than for adults.
4. Nessebar, Bulgaria
A real gem. Without exaggeration, this is one of the most picturesque corners of the country, where pure, pristine nature is combined with an incredibly beautiful ancient city, comfortable wide beaches and warm sea, delicious national cuisine and the good nature of local residents, history and modernity. When you get to Nessebar, you seem to find yourself in two different worlds: the ancient one, which is located on a separate peninsula and is famous for its architecture and atmosphere, and modern Nessebar - with huge tourist complexes and large embankments.
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This place is considered one of the best beach resorts not only in Bulgaria, but on the entire Black Sea coast.
Transfer from Varna Airport to Nessebar will cost:
- by bus - from €12 (for three);
- by taxi - from €24.
Accommodation in a hotel in the city center 2 minutes from the beach (6 nights) will cost you from €200 (for three, with breakfast). The hotel has all the standard amenities - swimming pools, spa centers, saunas, gyms, bars, restaurants, playgrounds.
It is difficult to determine which of the beaches of Nessebar is better - they are all picturesque and at the same time very clean, marked with the Blue Flag, and have all the necessary infrastructure. Another advantage is that they are free, you only have to pay for individual accessories (about €2-3).
For an inexpensive holiday with children, Nessebar is an ideal resort. Firstly, almost all hotels in the city have family rooms and childcare facilities, as well as playgrounds. The beaches offer plenty of entertainment for children of all ages, and nearby, a 15-minute drive from the city, is the largest water park, Paradise, where adults will also have fun. Entrance fee for the whole day for adults is €20, for children – €12.
Bulgarian cuisine is very familiar to residents of Ukraine - it includes vegetable salads, light soups, dishes with an abundance of feta cheese and cheese, baked meat, a variety of pastries and, of course, a wide variety of wines. On average, dinner for three in a good restaurant will cost you around €25-35. And a traditional Bulgarian banitsa will cost no more than €1, or even less.
5. Kotor, Montenegro
This is one of the world's most beautiful bay cities that everyone should visit at least once in their life, and bringing your children here on vacation is one of the best gifts you can give them. The most beautiful mountain nature of Montenegro, a warm sea, an incredible old center, a place where everything breathes history and gives peace.
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Transfer from Tivat airport to Kotor will cost:
- by bus - from €20 (for three)
Accommodation in apartments near the city center ( 6 nights) will cost an average of €245. You can stay in a hotel complex on the seashore (3-4 stars) from €350.
The beaches in Kotor are divided into public and private, which are more accessible in many respects. In addition, there are pebble and sand beaches - and here you choose what you like. But what they all have in common is cleanliness and comfort.
For families with children in Kotor there is a wonderful Avanturisticki park - a large sports area where they will not want to leave. Ropes, cables, ladders, obstacle courses, swinging logs, paintball, children's fishing, pony riding, archery and much, much more that all children love so much. Parents can either empathize and support their children in every possible way or go to a special recreation area and relax.
In addition to all this, Kotor, and specifically its Old Town, are on the UNESCO list as one of the most important global achievements of mankind. There is a lot to see here: many beautiful churches and cathedrals, museums and theaters, the famous fortress of St. Ivan. Excursion walks to these and other places will be interesting and educational not only for children, but also for adults - we especially recommend one, which can be organized by car, on the pubis or on foot.
Montenegrin cuisine is famous for its abundance of meat dishes - prosciutto, veschalitsa, čevapčići, pleskavica, raznici, and the cafes and restaurants of Kotor are famous for their excellent preparation of all of the above and very affordable prices. So, you can have a hearty dinner for the three of you in a decent restaurant, with appetizers, first and second courses, and desserts for €40-60 (for three), and in a modest cafe you can spend €25-35. And what’s noteworthy is that many establishments have special children’s portions that are lighter in weight, less spicy and a little cheaper.
6. Cascais, Portugal
If you are going on vacation with your family and don’t know which resort to go to, we recommend it. It is located in the suburbs of Lisbon, and therefore you can perfectly combine a holiday on a calm, quiet coast with walks and entertainment in the active capital, the journey to which takes less than an hour. Cascais, like many beach resorts in Europe, has a very beautiful coastline and many ancient, beautiful architectural structures.
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Transfer from Lisbon Airport to Cascais will cost:
- by train - from €6 (for three);
- by taxi - from €23.
Accommodation in apartments in the city center ( 6 nights) will cost an average of €480. You can stay in a hotel complex on the seashore (3-4 stars) from €700.
Cascais is one of the most popular beach resorts in Europe for families with children. All resort beaches are clean, smooth and safe for swimming, and the hotels have all the necessary infrastructure for children's entertainment. The town is located not far from Lisbon, and therefore there will be no problems with entertainment and pastime. In addition to walks and excursions around the capital, you can look into the huge Lisbon zoo, Zoo de Lisboa (entrance ticket for adults - €20, for children - €14); to the Oceanário de Lisboa (entrance ticket for adults - €14, for children - €12) or to Expo Park - a large scientific, entertainment, interactive center for adults and children (entrance ticket for adults - €7, for children - € 4).
Portuguese cuisine is extremely diverse and, of course, worth getting to know, and in Cascais there are dozens of worthy establishments for this. An average dinner for three here will cost about €30-40, and a snack or lunch in a small cafe will cost €20-25.
7. Corfu, Greece
This is truly a piece of paradise on earth. It is located on the island of the same name and is washed by two seas (Adriatic and Ionian), famous for its incredibly beautiful landscapes and delights with the wonderful aromas of many plants. It’s nice to stroll through the ancient streets, admire the ancient architecture, bask on the warm coast and spend time with your children.
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You can only get to the resorts from the airport by taxi, and it costs from €7.
Accommodation in a hotel in the city center ( 6 nights) will cost from €200. You can stay in good apartments on the seashore (3-4 stars) from €350.
Most beaches in Corfu are paid, as they are owned by hotels and hotel complexes. However, this should not immediately be unequivocally attributed to the disadvantages, because thanks to this, the beaches are kept clean, tidy and there is a lot of entertainment and amenities for vacationers, including children. Entrance to the beaches costs around €1.50 for adults and €0.70 for children.
For little travelers, Corfu will truly become a real entertainment paradise. There are several large water parks in the city itself and its surroundings. Aqualand, Hydropolis, Sidari Water Park - they are equipped with a large number of slides, different pools, playgrounds, cafes, recreation areas... In general, a good alternative for a family holiday. Entrance to water parks on average for the whole day for an adult is €25, for children - €19.
There is no need to talk about Greek cuisine; it has long captivated everyone with its simplicity and at the same time sophistication. The average bill for dinner in a good restaurant in the city center will be approximately €30-35 for three.
Since Corfu can easily be called one of the most beautiful islands in Greece, it would be a shame not to add beautiful photos to your family album. And you can do this on - just imagine: they will not only show you the most beautiful places in Corfu, but they will also take hundreds of professional photos of you and your family.
8. Dubrovnik, Croatia
This is the ideal destination for a family holiday in Europe. A quiet, peaceful place, an incredibly beautiful ancient city and a clean, pleasant resort area. A place for those who are tired of the noisy and active life in big cities and long for a pleasant, unfussy pastime with loved ones.
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Ancient stone buildings, narrow streets, red roofs, fragrant exotic plants, gentle sea, beautiful cathedrals... There is a high probability that you will not want to return home.
Transfer from the airport to the city will cost:
- by bus - €15;
- by taxi - from €35.
Accommodation in an excellent hotel (4 stars) in the center of Dubrovnik ( 6 nights) will cost an average of €700. You can stay in a good apartment near the beach from €615.
Nature has blessed many of the city’s beaches with clean water and beautiful scenery, and people have improved them with everything necessary for a comfortable and safe holiday. There are public and private beaches in the city. Entrance to private ones costs from €1.50 for adults and €0.50 for children.
It’s not for nothing that Dubrovnik is called an excellent resort for families with children. In addition to the standard children's playgrounds, swimming pools and in-room amenities, many hotels in the city offer a children's buffet, separate playrooms and special discount conditions specifically for family vacationers.
You can please your children by taking them to the aquarium and also the Dubrovnik Maritime Museum. Entrance ticket for adults - €7, for children - €3. Also for little guests there is the Honey Valley, where you can get acquainted with the life of the Croats, play with animals and even ride a pony. But the most important place for entertainment is SvetaAna - a huge open-air sports and entertainment complex, where there is all possible sports entertainment: from paintball and jousting to trampolining, zorbing and horse riding. Admission is free, you will have to pay separately for each attraction - on average €2-4.
A beach holiday in Menton with children will be ideal for many reasons. There is clean mountain air, an abundance of fresh fruits, berries, vegetables, and calm and quiet city life. A favorite place for children in the city is Koaland Park, where carousels, trampolines, video games, swimming pools, attractions and much, much more are collected on one territory. And a 10-minute drive from the city is the famous Marineland - one of the largest entertainment complexes on the Cote d'Azur. Here you will find a water park, a dolphinarium, and an amusement park; in general, there is something to keep you busy for the whole day. Entrance to the territory costs €8 for adults, €4 for children. The sea animal show is paid separately - from €25.
French cuisine requires no introduction, so let’s just say that the average bill for three in good, inexpensive restaurants in the city is €35-45, and you can treat your loved ones to a cup of coffee and pastries for €7-9.
Don't deny yourself the pleasure of enjoying Italian cuisine in restaurants on the waterfront or in the city center. Pizzas, pastas, meat dishes, appetizers, and desserts are prepared here no worse than in big cities, and sometimes even more interesting, with local traditions. Dinner at a restaurant for three will cost you €40-60.
Every year, many parents have the problem of choosing a summer vacation destination. At the same time, those with small children experience certain difficulties. The decisive role is played by the opinion of children's doctors who do not recommend travel to certain places. There may simply not be enough money for a vacation abroad. Therefore, for most parents, the best option is a trip to the Black Sea with their children.
Many holidaymakers flock to the Black Sea coast every summer. Here all the advantages of a holiday on the Black Sea with children are most fully revealed.
Features of the Black Sea coast
A worthy alternative to traveling abroad would be a family vacation on the Black Sea coast. There are many positive aspects here that make you give preference to these places. All vacation spots are located in Russia. All laws and rules of behavior are very well known. Compulsory health insurance guarantees free medical care. A significant advantage is communication in your native language. The water temperature in summer is the same as on the seas in other countries.
Currently, big changes are taking place in the cities of the Black Sea coast aimed at improving service, range and quality of services. A flexible pricing policy allows you to choose a place to stay in a city or town, depending on your financial capabilities. In any case, you can completely ensure the required level of comfort.
All resort settlements are located on the shores of the Black Sea. As a result, constant exposure to sea and air baths stabilizes the nervous system of parents, strengthens the immune system and the overall health of the baby. After such a rest, the child, as a rule, is not afraid of colds and infections throughout the coming winter.
How to behave correctly at sea
Holidays on the Black Sea coast have its own characteristics. To make it as complete as possible, you need to follow certain rules of behavior:
- During the period of greatest solar activity, from approximately 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., it is recommended to stay at home and rest. If vacationers are on the beach at this time, it is necessary to protect themselves from the sun with the help of an awning. Direct sunlight should be avoided as much as possible.
- When going outside, a child’s head should always be covered with a Panama hat, even in the morning, when the heat has not yet set in.
- To avoid sunburn, you must use waterproof sunscreen.
- Children should always be supervised by their parents, especially when swimming. Before entering the sea, the child must be wiped with water, since sudden changes in temperature can cause discomfort, even convulsions.
- It is imperative to control the duration of bathing to avoid hypothermia.
- You can teach your child to swim from the age of two. The sea should be calm, the bottom level, and the water warm. First you need to use inflatable armbands or a circle. Training is carried out gradually, without any violence. Otherwise, the child will be afraid of water for a very long time.
Where to go on vacation
Among the resorts of the Krasnodar Territory located on the Black Sea coast, Sochi, Anapa, Novorossiysk, Gelendzhik, Tuapse and others are well known.
Anapa
The entire chain of resort towns begins with Anapa, which, due to its location, is rightfully considered a children's resort. The mild climate and a large number of sunny days fully ensure a comfortable family vacation.
Most city beaches have a fairly gentle slope into the sea. Because of this, the water warms up very quickly, and children can swim completely safely. The sandy beaches have cabins, sun loungers, showers, and rescue services.
During the holiday season, there are a large number of children's camps and boarding houses operating in the city. Water entertainment is represented by attractions in the form of bananas and water slides. This resort region includes the villages of Blagoveshchenskaya, Bolshoi Utrish, Vityazevo and Dzhemete. In addition to children's sanatoriums and boarding houses, you can stay in hotels or the private sector with good comfort.
Gelendzhik
The resort town of Gelendzhik is located in a picturesque valley on the Black Sea near Novorossiysk. Its hallmark is a beautiful oval bay, protected from storms and storms. The embankment is very long and runs along the entire bay.
During the year there are an average of 250 favorable sunny days in Gelendzhik. In addition to the city itself, the resort area includes Arkhipo-Osipovka, Dzhanhot, Kabardinka and other villages. The entertainment industry is represented by such facilities as an oceanarium, a dolphinarium, and water attractions. The local water park “Golden Bay” is considered the largest in Russia.
In this area, the beaches are mainly covered with small pebbles. The seabed is sandy, hard, with a gentle to moderate slope. The length of the Central City Beach is about one and a half kilometers. There are sun canopies, showers and changing rooms. Many beaches have children's areas.
After Gelendzhik, the Tuapse resort area begins, with a large number of beautiful resort villages located near small picturesque coves. Among them, the most popular are Dzhubga, Lermontovo, Nebug, Novomikhailovsky and Olginka. There is a very diverse flora here, and relict pine forests saturate the sea air with additional aromas.
Tuapse
Thanks to the unique natural and climatic conditions, effective therapeutic recovery occurs for vacationers. In Tuapse there are sanatoriums of various profiles and directions, where therapeutic and preventive measures are carried out. Hotels and boarding houses are located almost along the entire coastal strip. In addition to them, you can go on holiday with children in the private sector. The city itself and resort villages have a developed infrastructure, including entertainment complexes.
Sochi
Following the Tuapse zone, in the kingdom of subtropics, eucalyptus trees, palm trees and vines, is located what is rightfully considered the most famous resort in Russia. All cold winds are reliably blocked by the mountains of the Caucasus Range.
The beaches located in the city and its surroundings stretch for about 150 kilometers. Thanks to the recent Winter Olympics, the level for tourists and holidaymakers is very high here.
Boarding houses, hotels and tourist centers located in large numbers make it possible to safely solve accommodation problems even during the busiest time of the holiday season. At the request of vacationers, a comfortable rest or medical treatment is provided. The city of Sochi is considered a year-round resort, as there are more than 300 sunny days throughout the year.
Most Sochi beaches have small pebbles. The width of the coastal strip is significant, ensuring a comfortable stay with children. The vast region of Greater Sochi includes various settlements, including Adler, the zone of which approaches the borders with Abkhazia. The former village of Adler is famous for its treatment with silt mud rich in hydrogen sulfide. Many vacationers come from other cities with their children on excursions to see the sights of the country's main resort.