Of the 1.732 million Russian holidaymakers, a third went to Thailand. Such data was provided by the analytical service of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) based on the results of five months of 2016. Judging by the rating, the tourist preferences of Russian citizens have changed dramatically.
1. Thailand
This country, due to its cheapness and safety, has become the most popular destination and tops the top 10 in the ranking. tourist routes Russians since the beginning of 2016. Over half a million Russians vacationed in this country - 501.8 thousand people
2. Spain
From January to May, 269.3 thousand people from Russia vacationed in Spain. However, Russians have loved vacationing in this country for so long that some of them have even managed to acquire their own houses in resort areas.
3. Vietnam
180.2 thousand people made their choice in favor of Vietnam. Experts call Vietnam an alternative to Egypt and state an increase of 23% compared to the same period in 2015.
4. Cyprus
171.8 thousand Russian citizens vacationed in Cyprus. At the same time, ATOR notes that the flow of tourists from Russia increased by 52.6% compared to last year.
5. Türkiye
Despite the most difficult period in relations between Russia and Turkey, as well as the recommendations of the Russian government to caution against traveling to this country, 138.2 thousand people visited here in 5 months.
6. Austria
6th place in the top indicates a loss of interest in Austria on the part of tourists from Russia. Austria was visited by 123.3 thousand people, while in January-May 2015 Russian tourists it was a quarter more.
7. Finland
The Finnish tourism industry has recognized a drop in demand among tourists from Russia. From January to May 2016, 114.8 thousand Russian tourists visited the country. Finland “sank” by 23.8% compared to the same period in 2015.
8. Israel
During the period from January to May 2016, 102.6 thousand Russians vacationed in Israel. The Israeli Ministry of Tourism is forced to note a drop in demand by 24.5% compared to the same period in 2015.
9. Bulgaria
Among the few countries, Bulgaria showed positive dynamics in tourist flow from Russia. Over five months, the Russian tourist flow increased by 63.7% and amounted to 70 thousand people. And all thanks to the fact that in winter the country’s tourism industry offers inexpensive ski resorts, and in the summer, quality and cheap beach holidays.
10. South Korea
Your interest in South Korea showed 60.6 thousand Russian tourists. Here, too, positive dynamics were noted, taking into account the fact that compared to five months of 2015, the tourist flow increased by 21.8%.
ATOR analysts noted a decrease in Russian tourist interest in countries such as Mauritius, which lost 23.4%, Austria - 21.3%, and Jamaica - 20.4%. The flow of tourists to Sri Lanka (by 14.6%), to Cambodia (by 13.7%), to Switzerland and Hong Kong (by 13.4% each) also decreased. Iceland, Seychelles and Maldives showed negative dynamics.
Previously it was reported about those countries that have taken a number of steps in order to lure vacationers from Russia.
in Russia, said D.K. RU about the main trends in the development of the tourism market that will take place throughout 2016. In addition, the expert made a forecast which destinations will become the most popular after the ban on flights to Egypt and the suspension of sales of tours to Turkey.1. Domestic tourism is our everything
According to metasearch Momondo, in 2015 the popularity of routes within Russia increased by 49%, while demand for international destinations increased by only 5%. Among the leaders are Sochi (+67% compared to 2014) and Simferopol (+61% compared to 2014). In 2016, these cities rank fourth and sixth in the top 50 popular destinations.
“The strengthening of this trend is facilitated by fluctuations in the foreign exchange market, lower prices compared to foreign ones and the development of tourism industry in the regions, which will continue next year. In turn, he proposed to encourage Russians to vacation in their country with the help of a social tax deduction, which allows them to return part of the amount for organizing a vacation. If adopted, this measure will open up even more opportunities for the development of Russian open spaces,” Momondo experts note.
Meanwhile, according to ATOR, travel around domestic directions will also be accompanied additional expenses. The Executive Director of the Association noted:
“In all our regions they said where will the tourists go now, of course, in the summer they will come to us. In this regard, a price increase was predicted. Accommodation facilities were ready to raise prices by 20-30%. There is inflation, let's say carefully, in the amount of 15%, that is, an increase in prices next summer compared to the previous summer by at least 15%. We believe this is inevitable."
2. Interest in “budget Europe”
Russians do not intend to completely give up traveling around their beloved Europe, even against the backdrop of new euro records. More budget destinations in Eastern Europe will become popular in 2016. So, for example, interest in Budapest has already increased by 17% in 2015 compared to 2014, and in Warsaw - by 14%.
3. Unexplored near abroad
In 2016, the popularity of neighboring countries will grow.
“These destinations attract our compatriots with their prices, delicious cuisine and interesting historical sights. Georgia, Moldova, Armenia and Azerbaijan are becoming especially popular: in 2015, compared to 2014, demand for trips to Tbilisi increased by 33%, to Chisinau - by 29%, to Yerevan - by 17%, to Baku - by 16 %. This trend will only intensify in 2016,” says Irina Ryabovol.
4. Alternative beach destinations
After the ban on flights to Egypt and the suspension of sales of trips to Turkey, the desire of Russians to spend their holidays on the beach has not decreased. Now tourists are looking for new, alternative destinations. According to momondo, budget Bulgaria will be in demand especially in the coming year, as it plans to reduce Visa fees for Russians, and visa-free Israel, Montenegro and Cyprus.
“Beach holidays attract Russian tourists not only in summer, but also in winter, so they have long been interested in exotic Asian destinations. It is noteworthy that Thailand, invariably popular among Russians, is gradually losing its position and fading into the background. Thus, in 2015, demand for flights to Phuket decreased by 17%, to Bangkok by 30%, and to Pattaya by 41%. But flights to Sri Lankan Colombo and Vietnamese Nha Trang have become more popular by 10% and 22%, respectively,” say Momondo experts.
5. Independent planning
Another important trend that will be clearly visible in 2016 is independent tour planning, without the help of a travel agency. The number of independent travelers increased by 20% in 2015 compared to 2014.
“Separate bookings of hotels and air tickets are often cheaper than a tour package, which is especially important for many tourists in the current realities. In addition, this vacation option allows you to create an exciting and often more extensive route yourself and visit beautiful and less traveled places,” adds Irina Ryabovol.
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Burgas, Bulgaria |
January (18.01-24.01) |
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Tivat, Montenegro |
February (08.02-14.02) |
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Tbilisi, Georgia |
March (14.03-20.03) |
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Chisinau, Moldova |
November (07.11-13.11) |
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Larnaca, Cyprus |
January (25.01-31.01) |
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Nha Trang, Vietnam |
September (26.09-02.10) |
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Yerevan, Armenia |
October (17.10-23.10) |
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Budapest, Hungary |
October (17.10-23.10) |
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Baku, Azerbaijan |
July (18.07-24.07) |
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Thessaloniki, Greece |
December (05.12-11.12) |
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Warsaw Poland |
April (11.04-17.04) |
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Tel Aviv, Israel |
January (25.01-31.01) |
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Colombo, Sri Lanka |
May (23.05-29.05) |
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Naples, Italy |
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Moscow, September 18 - "Vesti.Ekonomika". The World Tourism Organization published its annual report "The UNWTO Tourism Highlights 2018 Edition", in which experts identified the main tourism trends.
According to the report, the total number of international tourist trips grew by 6.8%, amounting to 1.32 billion in 2017.
This is the highest growth rate since 2009. It is also 84 million more than in 2016.
Experts attribute this growth to the recovery of the global economy.
Additionally, the report states that international tourism spending was $1.34 trillion in 2017.
Below we will tell you about the 10 most popular tourist destinations in 2017.
10. Thailand
Arrivals: 35.4 millionChange in 2017: +8,6%
Today, the main resorts that specialize in mass tourism are located on the islands of Phuket and Koh Samui, famous for their beaches white sand, lagoons, waterfalls, coral reefs and coconut palms.
The most famous beaches: Chaweng, Lamai, Nathon, Bophut, Taling Ngam, Maenam, " Big Buddha", Hua Thanon, Bang Po, Choeng Mon, Bang Kao and Lipa Noi. Increasingly popular Hua Hin, located relatively close to Bangkok.
9. Germany
Change in 2017: +5,2%
Modern Germany is characterized by cultural diversity, there is no centralization cultural life and cultural values in one or more cities - they are dispersed literally throughout the country: along with the famous Berlin, Munich, Weimar, Dresden or Cologne, there are many small, not so widely known, but culturally significant places.
8. Türkiye
Change in 2017: +24,1%
Turkey has all the prerequisites for the development of this service sector: it is washed by four seas (Mediterranean, Aegean, Marmara and Black Sea), the coast has a subtropical Mediterranean climate (length coastline is 7200 km, it has 355 beaches), 2870 hotels with 700 thousand beds, it ranks 2nd in Europe and 7th in the world in terms of number thermal springs(1300), has a large number of attractions (ruins of ancient Greek and Roman cities, including the legendary Troy, monuments from the times of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires). A developed network of internal transport allows you to travel comfortably to anywhere in the country.
7. UK
Change in 2017: +5,1%
Tourism contributes £27 billion to the UK economy. According to this indicator, it is in 7th place in the world.
The largest number of visitors are from the USA, France, Germany, the Irish Republic, and the Netherlands.
Great Britain is the birthplace of modern tourism as a form of cultural leisure.
6. Mexico
Change in 2017: +12,0%
Mexico is one of the most visited countries in the world. The attractiveness of Mexico for tourists is due to a combination of many factors: a unique culture, including cultural festivals, cities with architecture from the times of Spanish colonial rule, the ruins of ancient Mesoamerican cities, the presence nature reserves and beach resorts combined with favorable climate.
The country's peak tourist season is from October to mid-summer, with spikes during the weeks leading up to New Year's, Easter and spring break when on beach resorts A lot of students come from the USA.
5. Italy
Change in 2017: +11,2%
Italy - largest region international tourism(over 50 million people per year). The country is home to 155 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, more than any other country in the world.
Tourism in Italy is one of the leading sectors of the economy. The largest number of tourists arrive in Italy from China - about 3 million per year.
4. China
Change in 2017: +2,5%
China's attractions can be divided into three main groups: natural objects, historical and cultural monuments and objects national traditions.
The long history of China has left a large number of monuments; the list of cities in China that are most attractive to tourists includes 54 cities.
The Great Wall of China is the most famous symbol of the Chinese nation and one of the main tourist attractions.
More than ten sections of the Great Patriotic War are open for tourists to visit. Chinese wall, including Badaling 75 km from Beijing, Laolontou in Hebei Province and Jiayuguan in Gansu Province.
3. USA
Change in 2017: -3,8%
The United States has enormous recreational potential, as well as a large number of attractions and museums.
Suffice it to say that four of the ten most popular museums in the world are located in the United States.
We are talking about the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Getty Museum in Los Angeles, the Museum of the Art Institute in Chicago and the Washington National Gallery.
Specific direction educational travel across America are ethnographic excursions.
They include visits to the traditional places of residence of the Indians, the ancient cities of the Inca, Aztec and Mayan empires.
2. Spain
Change in 2017: +8,6%
The most famous museum in Spain, the Prado Museum, is located in Madrid. There are many more in Spain unique museums and galleries: Picasso Museum and National Museum Arts of Catalonia, located in Barcelona, the National Museum of Sculpture in Valladolid, the El Greco Museum in Toledo, the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, the Museum of Spanish Abstract Art in Cuenca.
Spain is one of largest centers international tourism. Basic tourist centers- Madrid and Barcelona, as well as resorts - Costa Brava, Costa Dorada, Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol, Canary Islands.
Holidays abroad have always been considered the most expensive pleasure. But recently, tourists can go on vacation abroad freely and the cost of such a vacation will be quite acceptable. Let's look at the cheapest holidays abroad in 2019.
In this article we will try to provide you with a description of the most popular destinations among Russian tourists. Also, many may be interested in reading the information from the article: where to holiday abroad without a visa in 2019.
Most Popular Countries
In Turkey any Russian feels at home and therefore many residents of our country prefer to holiday in this country. Türkiye is mainly a beach holiday with children on the Black Sea or the Mediterranean. You can also do inexpensive shopping here and naturally visit various attractions. Also, we must not forget about entertainment, of which there is simply a huge amount in Turkey, and therefore every day tourists will find a lot of nightclubs, discos, restaurants and bars.
Prices for holidays here fluctuate depending on the time of year, season and part of the country. So, for example, a tour to Antalya will cost about 200 dollars, to Istanbul - about 350 dollars, and to Kemer - 250 dollars. On average, a two-week tour for two can be purchased for $1000–1500, and if you are lucky enough to buy a last-minute tour or go to Turkey in the fall, you can save up to 50% of their cost. Russian tourists prefer Turkey for a complete holiday with an all-inclusive system, excellent climate, clean sea and numerous excursions.
Unfortunately today, Türkiye is closed to travel companies and many are tormented by the question of when Turkey will open. But you can go on vacation on your own.
Holidays in Egypt at sea is the most traditional among Russian residents, since this destination has long been “travelled” by Russian tourists. Here you can enjoy excellent hotel service, a warm climate, and a huge amount of entertainment for only $250 for 7-8 days of a great vacation.
Warm Red Sea, gentle sun, All inclusive and, of course, the ancient pyramids- this is what numerous tourists come to this place for every year. beautiful country with her ancient history and unique cultural and architectural monuments: the Pyramids, the eternal Sphinx and Luxor, which are visited by tourists, all this is worth going to this country on vacation. But this direction is closed, although there is information that flights will soon resume.
And, of course, the logical question will be: what is better, Turkey or Egypt in terms of service, comfort, food?
Thailand no less popular than Turkey or Egypt, but in this country the high season begins in mid-autumn and ends at the beginning of winter. Therefore, if you want to purchase the most cheap tour, then it is best to count on the month of April or May.
A package for a ten-day vacation will cost about $700–800. The cheapest seaside holiday in 2019 will indeed be in Thailand, since in almost any region of the country you can have a great holiday for $15–25 per day. If you decide to go on your own, then on average you will need about $400 per month for accommodation, subject to staying in a hotel in the center of Pattaya. But you can find a vacation cheaper. On the island of Phuket, Chang, Koh Samui, Phi Phi you can find a hotel room for $150–200 per month. And if one room is enough for you, then you can rent it for 80–90 dollars.
Thailand has very cheap products, so you only need $100 a month for food. For 2 dollars you can have a great lunch in any cafe, and 6 dollars is enough for dinner in good restaurant. And if you want to fill your suitcase with inexpensive things, then 100 dollars will be enough for you, without even haggling.
The cheapest holiday at sea
Vietnam– this is an incredibly beautiful place where you can find many corners of nature untouched by man. And even despite the growing popularity of this country, holidays in it remain still quite acceptable. So, for example, 10 dollars a day is enough for one person to stay in a hotel, food, excursion programs and massage. And if you are willing to spend $20 a day, you won’t be able to deny yourself anything. Therefore, 400–500 dollars for an excellent 30-day vacation will be quite enough. But this does not include the flight, since plane tickets are not included in this price (a direct flight will cost a little more than with transfers).
Read a useful informative article about comparing countries: What to choose - Thailand or Vietnam, Sri Lanka for quality inexpensive holidays, excursions and entertainment?
Goa (India) is another popular tourist destination, because with 100 dollars in your pocket (6000 rupees) you can have a great holiday and not deny yourself anything, especially when it comes to North Goa.
The cost of a holiday in Goa for a European person is quite low, especially far from big cities and metropolises. The most expensive holiday in Goa is in winter, since the high season begins at this time, but if you buy a ticket in the off-season, then a tour with air travel when prices drop starts from $400. But if you decide to go on your own and stay in an inexpensive guesthouse, as many young people do, you can save about 20-30% of your money. Goa is very popular among Russians due to its favorable tropical climate and recreation at almost any time of the year.
Abkhazia is located next to Russia and therefore many prefer to go to this country on vacation, since for many it will be the most a budget option have a great time on the Black Sea. I would also like to note that Russians do not need visas or foreign passports to go on vacation to Abkhazia and the journey will take a little time.
If you do not have a large amount of money, then you can choose a vacation in the private sector, where prices for budget housing do not exceed 300–350 rubles per day per person. If you want more comfortable apartments in the private sector, you will have to shell out a larger amount - about 500 rubles. Meals per day in Abkhazia will also cost you from 500 rubles per day. Thus, it can be calculated that a seven-day holiday in this country without travel will cost about 5,600 to 10,000 rubles per person.
Holidays in boarding houses and hotels in 2019 will cost much more. So, for example, a double room in a boarding house or sanatorium will cost from 1,600 to 8,000 rubles per day. So if you are counting on inexpensive holiday in Abkhazia, then you will need an amount of 22,000 rubles for two. For 30,000 rubles for two you can also see all the sights of this beautiful country.
Many Russians, we are sure, will be curious about the answer to the following question: Where is it better to relax - in Sochi, Crimea or Abkhazia?
But the cheapest holiday abroad at sea awaits you in Bali and Cambodia. These countries offer the cheapest accommodation and food for tourists. In Bali you can find excellent accommodation for $100 a month and the same amount will cover food for 30 days. The only downside is that the flight is very expensive - about $1000!
Cambodia and Bali not so much famous countries For tourist recreation, and therefore the logical question would be: Where are Bali and Cambodia?
And in Cambodia you can find a room for $1.50 a night, and when you buy delicious and cheap food, you will feel guilty for paying people so little. A visit to one of the world's most famous monuments of the kingdom of Cambodia - Angkor Wat will cost you only 5 dollars.
Exquisite holiday
Sri Lanka or Ceylon island V Lately began to enjoy great popularity among Russian tourists, as many want to relax in exotic places where beautiful nature reigns and there are many secluded beautiful places and unique cultural and historical attractions.
And it is in Sri Lanka that you can have a wonderful holiday in an inexpensive beach hotel for 10-15 dollars a day. And here you can do the most various types sports: diving, surfing, fishing, kiting, rafting, etc. But plane tickets here are not cheap, so it’s best to purchase tickets for charter flights or for connecting flights. Thus, for a month's vacation you will need about 400–500 dollars.
Greece is a country of ancient gods, the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas, as well as beautiful picturesque places where you can relax with children at the most reasonable prices. Halkidiki is a pearl Aegean Sea, Crete is the island of the legendary Minotaur, Athens is the capital of the country, Rhodes, Peloponnese, Attica, Paros, Corfu and many other islands and resorts of Greece attract many tourists from Russia. And they are all great for family vacation. On average, a holiday in Greece will cost you $250–350 for 7 days. Currently, this country is one of the most inexpensive countries, where a Schengen visa is required, who want to fully enjoy a beach and excursion holiday at sea.
Cyprus It cannot be called very cheap for a holiday, but it is very popular among Russians. A ticket to Cyprus from Moscow will cost about $200 per person, but if you get a promotion from an airline, you can save from 30 to 50%. But living on the island is quite expensive. The cheapest room in Paphos will cost $30–35, but you can rent a room for $25–28 per night. Food in cafes and restaurants is also not cheap, so it is best to buy food in supermarkets, where various promotions and discounts are available.
If you are choosing where to vacation, between the last two countries, we recommend reading the differences between them: Which is better to choose - Greece or Cyprus, for example, for beach holiday?
Europe is a holiday destination
Portugal is a member of the Eurozone and therefore cannot boast of the same low prices like Asian countries. But the holiday here is completely different. You need to go to this beautiful country, which is located in the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula, just to enjoy the taste of excellent seafood, Portuguese cherry liqueur - ginjinha, port wine, and also visit all architectural monuments Iberian culture of the country, one of which is the famous Belem Tower - a fort on the Tijo River in the region of the same name in Lisbon.
Accommodation in Portugal in an inexpensive hostel in the province will cost from 18 to 33 dollars per day. A room in a three-star hotel will cost from 30 to 80 dollars per day. And accommodation in a boarding house in Lisbon ranges from 13 to 28 dollars. Lunch in an inexpensive cafe will cost from 6.5 to 13.5 dollars, and one dish in an expensive restaurant will cost from 6 to 24 dollars. You'll need about $50 per person per day, so the total cost of the trip will range from $600 to $1,000.
Travel lovers should know that different time different years popular tourist destinations, and this, of course, is connected with the climate in a particular country. Few people want to go to Thailand during the rainy season or relax on the beaches of Turkey in winter. You should understand which mills are most popular in different seasons.
Know popular tourist destinations it is necessary not only to choose the right resort at the peak of the season. This information is also useful for those who love relaxing holiday without crowds of tourists. So, let's take a closer look at each season.
Popular tourist destinations in summer
Summer is the holiday period and the peak tourist season in the resorts of Black and Mediterranean seas. That is why at this time it is especially relevant beach holiday, which becomes cheaper and more accessible with the onset of heat. Resorts are especially popular among Russians , . The thing is that holidays at these resorts are characterized by fairly low prices.
Among the popular tourist destinations in the summer, the following countries should be highlighted: , Indonesia, Australia, Mexico, Spain, Italy, Greece, Jordan and, as well as various exotic islands.
In addition to the beach, in summer it is also relevant excursion holiday , although it is not as popular as in autumn and spring, due to the fact that in Europe - the center excursion tourism– at this time it is hot, not very conducive to sightseeing. In summer, the most popular excursions on the Scandinavian Peninsula are: in Norway, Finland, as well as in Switzerland, Austria, the Czech Republic, and France. In Egypt, Jordan, China, Italy It is customary to combine beach and sightseeing holidays.
Popular tourist destinations in autumn
Beach holiday at the beginning of autumn it is practically no different from summer - the same resorts of the Black Sea and Mediterranean continue to operate. Until September you can travel to Crimea, Bulgaria, Turkey, Morocco. Even in October you can relax in Greece, Spain, Italy. Of course, resorts continue to operate Egypt, which become more popular than in the summer due to the fact that the heat in this country subsides. In autumn you can visit Bali, Australia. Opens tourist season V , . You can travel all autumn , Maldives.
Become popular at this time of year excursions in those countries where the beach season is coming to an end. This is, of course, , and Türkiye- custodians of ancient monuments. As it becomes less hot in Egypt, excursions to ancient sites are gaining momentum. Other excursion destinations in autumn - , China,.
Popular tourist destinations in winter
Winter is the time when you most want to go to the sea, because the weather is not pleasant. The Black Sea and Mediterranean resorts have been closed for a long time; it is cold in Europe, so they are most popular for beach holiday exotic countries. In winter they often travel to Africa - to Egypt, South Africa. The tourist season opens in the Caribbean - on and in Dominican Republic . One of the most economical options for a holiday by the sea is Thailand. Popular tourist destinations in winter are United Arab Emirates, Maldives, China, Seychelles. Winter is the time of tourist season V. is one of the cheapest resorts at this time.
As for Europe, the winter months are a great time for excursion holiday in its central and southern parts, where at this time the weather is optimal for such travel. Popular tourist destinations for excursions – Italy, Greece, Spain, France, Czech Republic. Also, travelers often go to Finland and Norway. Tours to China.
Winter is a holiday for lovers ski holiday . It is at this time that they begin to work mountain resorts Europe. Popular tourist destinations in this area are: Switzerland, Austria, Finland, Norway, Bulgaria,.
Popular tourist destinations in spring
Very popular in spring excursion routes in Europe. The countries of the Scandinavian Peninsula are often chosen for travel; sightseeing cruises are often organized Norway, Finland, Sweden. In the south of Europe, the beach season has not yet begun, which means that excursion holidays are the most popular in these countries. For this purpose it is worth visiting Italy, Spain, Turkey, Greece. At the end of spring it will be possible to swim here. From European countries The attractions of France and the Czech Republic attract the most, travel to China and.
Beach holiday in the spring it is in demand, because during the winter everyone has yearned for the sea and the sun. The tourist season in the Caribbean still lasts in March and April - in and on Cuba. Among the economical options, it is worth highlighting Egypt and Goa, among the more expensive ones - Mexico, Mauritius, Maldives, Seychelles. Popular tourist destinations in the field of beach holidays are , Jordan, South Africa, Canary Islands, Bali, Thailand, and etc.
Still open in spring ski resorts, however, there are fewer of them compared to the winter period. The trails are popular among tourists France, Austria and Andorra.
