New Year for Russians is the most beloved and desired holiday. But in the middle of winter I so want to take it and fly away to where it is warm for the New Year, where the hot sun, gentle sea, palm trees and amazing sunsets. Realize your dream! For once in your life, leave the pre-holiday chores, drive away the winter blues, buy a plane ticket and go for new experiences.
Warm countries for the New Year
In this article, I have collected for you 11 warm countries where you can celebrate the New Year wonderfully. For ease of choice, under each country, the average prices for hotels, air flights or package tours at sea for the New Year are indicated. Note that it is not cheaper to fly to every country on your own than with a tour package. Prices are average for the market for December-January.
Maldives for New Year
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In the middle of the Indian Ocean, the Republic of Maldives is located in a picturesque chain of 20 atolls. This is a great option where you can spend a holiday at sea for the New Year 2018. It is summer on the islands all year round, and the change of year falls on the most favorable dry period, when the air is 27° and the water is 24°.
The Maldives is a real paradise oasis where you can feel like Robinson Crusoe, because some of the islands are still uninhabited. Tranquility, few people, white sand and clear turquoise water - what else is needed for complete relaxation?
Underwater caves and coral reefs will delight diving enthusiasts. There are no dangerous currents here, so even beginners can go under water. There are dozens of dive sites around the hotels.
On New Year's Eve, the hotel organizes a gala dinner and entertainment program until the morning.
There are no cheap hostels in the Maldives, and therefore the most economical accommodation option is 1600 rubles per night. for one person in a guesthouse, for two - from 2500 rubles.
Thailand for New Year
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The Kingdom of Thailand is the most popular destination where you can go to the sea for the New Year. Therefore, book the hotel in advance.
The conditions for a beach holiday are ideal, the sea is warmed up to 28 °, in the air 30 °.
Thais love the holidays and know how to spend them fun and on a grand scale. In the New Year, guests will not be bored, wherever they are.
The most popular islands are Phuket and Pattaya. Tourists are waiting for comfortable hotels, and in combination with Thai exoticism, lush shady parks, azure sea water, holidays in the "Land of a Thousand Smiles" will be remembered for a lifetime.
In Thailand, prices are much lower than in the Maldives. Here you can find a bed in a hostel from 300 rubles per night, from 500 rubles per night. double room in a guest house. Average prices for popular hotels in the region of 1500 rubles.
Philippines for New Year
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Christmas and New Year in the Philippines - one huge fireworks display! Festivities begin in mid-December.
The highest prices on the island of Boracay. Locals meet the holiday noisily and cheerfully, with dances, songs, to the sound of bells and flashes of amusing lights.
Lovers of solitude will like Bantayan Island more. There are fewer tourists here, prices are lower, only the sound of the surf breaks the silence. And the sea is warm everywhere - up to 28 °, in the atmosphere 29 °. Imagine how nice it is to celebrate the New Year on the beach - just a paradise!
Let it be long and expensive to get to this paradise, it's worth it! But for the Russians there is a visa-free regime, and this is a definite plus.
The situation with hotels in the Philippines is the same as in Thailand. Those. there are cheap hostels, there are cheap guesthouses, there are luxury hotels. The bulk of tourists choose something in between for 1500 - 2000 rubles. for the number.
Vietnam for New Year
In terms of pricing for hotels, Vietnam is in the same category as Thailand and the Philippines.
Bali, Indonesia for New Year
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Bali or the "Island of the Gods" is located in the Indian Ocean and combines the jungle, waterfalls, extinct volcanoes, rice fields on mountain terraces and, of course, snow-white sandy beaches.
New Year among blooming nature, on the ocean will leave the most vivid impressions. A festive banquet for vacationers is organized in hotels, on the beach, in nightclubs.
The island has a subequatorial climate. In the water all year round 26-28 ° - this is where the warm sea is on New Year's Eve, and in the air up to 30 °.
Among the disadvantages of resting in Bali is an expensive and long flight, and even an undeveloped transport network. You can’t run into a taxi around the island, it’s far on foot, so it’s most convenient to rent a bike.
There are even cheaper accommodation options in Bali. Literally from 170 rubles. for a hostel bed. But the most popular hotels cost from 3000 rubles per night. In any case, everyone will find an option for themselves.
Dominican Republic for New Year
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It is worth crossing the Atlantic Ocean to celebrate the New Year in the most popular country in the Caribbean. Even in winter, the temperature of the water in the sea does not fall below 27 °, and in the air up to 30 °.
Fantastic beauty of nature, the azure ocean, white fine sand that does not burn your feet, and the European level of service will turn your vacation into heavenly bliss.
On New Year's holidays, colorful fire shows, grandiose processions with incendiary Latin American dances are waiting for you.
Russians remain visa-free.
In the Dominican Republic, you can also relax cheaply, hostel prices from 140 rubles. For cheap hotels from 600 rubles. Lots of expensive and mid-range options.
New Year's tours at sea in the Dominican Republic also do not stand out in price from the middle segment.
India, Goa for New Year
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Goa is another great option to spend the New Year holidays at sea. The resort occupies 100 km of magnificent beaches on the coast of the Arabian Sea. The average winter temperature here is 30°, in the water 28°.
Young people prefer to celebrate the New Year in North Goa with its noisy parties and dances under the moon. A more respectable public prefers South Goa with clean deserted beaches, luxurious hotels, old Hindu temples, where they can organize a colorful wedding ceremony for you.
It would seem that India is a poor country, and hotel prices start at 600 rubles. In popular hotels, rooms cost from 4000 rubles.
Cambodia for New Year
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The New Year holidays in Cambodia will be relatively inexpensive. The largest part of the cost is the flight. Domestic prices are quite democratic. And wonderful beaches, warm sea, outdoor activities make this option attractive for lovers of the exotic.
Cambodia is another super-cheap country with hostel accommodation from 140 rubles. Prices for popular hotels average 2000 rubles.
Sri Lanka for the New Year
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"Blessed Land" is a great way to celebrate the New Year for active travelers. On the coast, despite 28-30 °, the heat is not felt, thanks to the fresh sea breeze. The ocean is 28° and conditions are ideal for surfing and diving.
In addition to traveling around the fabulous island, you can afford to fly to the Maldives for a few days. The price for the flight will pleasantly surprise you.
Night in a hostel in Sri Lanka from 230 rubles. Popular hotels cost in the region of 1500 - 2000 rubles.
Tours for the New Year at sea in Sri Lanka are not at all inexpensive.
UAE for New Year
Seychelles for the New Year
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A real earthly paradise on 115 islands, where it is warm on the NG, of which only 30 are inhabited, located in the Indian Ocean. To celebrate the New Year in one of the most beautiful places on earth is an expensive pleasure. But everything is redeemed by the incredible beauty of wildlife, excellent beaches with warm clear water and comfortable weather (29 °).
Rooms in popular hotels from 6,000 rubles, and the cheapest accommodation - from 3,000 rubles.
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No matter how much time remains until the New Year and Christmas holidays, you need to plan your vacation and book accommodation now. We look where to go for the New Year inexpensively and where you can have a good time.
St. Petersburg
Why you should go: New Year in St. Petersburg is celebrated on a grand scale. Such lights, fireworks and laser shows cannot be found in the province. Nevsky Prospekt becomes pedestrian, New Year's fairs work, and Palace Square flares up so brightly, as if another revolution has begun there.
How is the weather: during the winter holidays there may be a slight frost down to -10 ° C, or it may be near zero. In any case, it is better to warm up to protect yourself from the winds from the Gulf of Finland.
Things to do: watch daily light shows on Dvortsovaya Street, relax on Nevsky Prospekt and marvel at the variety of illuminations, visit museums that offer discounts for children and walk around other iconic places in St. Petersburg.
Moscow
Why you need to go: the country's main Christmas tree on Red Square, Christmas markets, colorful fireworks, large-scale festivities - in Moscow you can have a great New Year's Eve with your family. The capital will be happy for both an adult and a small child.
What's up with the weather: in late December - early January, it is quite comfortable in the capital: a slight minus during the day, and a little colder at night. Sometimes there are thaws with rain.
How to have fun: first of all, go to Red Square and feel yourself in the center of national celebrations, having a ride on the skating rink along the way and shopping at the fair. Folk festivities are also held in other places: Gorky Park, VDNKh, Poklonnaya Gora. Performances are staged for children on Pushkin Square and Tsvetnoy Boulevard. If you get tired of the noise, you can go to one of the many Moscow parks.
Sochi
Why you should go: here you can relax, enjoying the fresh air and relative warmth, and if you wish, go skiing in Krasnaya Polyana.
Holiday weather: in Sochi it is warm and humid, because the sea is nearby, which does not cool down so quickly, and the mountains that prevent the winds. During the day on the coast about +5 ... +10 °С, in Krasnaya Polyana from +2 °С to -5 °С.
Things to do: the main action takes place in the port, on the square of the South Pier. Fireworks rise into the sky no worse than those at the Olympics. And walking through city parks and streets, you can understand that Christmas trees between palm trees and cypresses are magnificent. If you are celebrating the New Year with children, go to Sochi Park, which is modestly called the local Disneyland.
Kazan
Why you need to go: to see how Russian and Tatar traditions merge into one - New Year's.
What's the weather like: winters in the Volga region can be uneven, but on New Year's days there are usually no surprises, and the temperature stays around -5 ... -10 ° С.
Things to do: go to the main Christmas tree of the city in the Millennium Park, where you can also ride a skating rink and buy souvenirs. Near the puppet theater "Eriyat" there is an ice town. Of course, it is worth taking a walk along the Bauman pedestrian street and the Kremlin, which is incredibly beautifully illuminated.
Veliky Ustyug
Why go: look into the residence of the main Santa Claus of the country, which was built legally, so no one filmed it from drones.
What's up with the weather: winters here are frosty, it reaches -20 ° C, but is this an obstacle for those who want to get into the New Year's fairy tale?
Things to do: Grandfather's country residence with a real, not glued-on beard is located about 30 minutes from the city, on Sovetsky Prospekt. The house was built in a beautiful forest, there are attractions here, and excursions around the world of Russian fairy tales are organized for children. Of course, there are entertainment programs and New Year's performances. In addition to the estate, you can enjoy the city itself, full of merchant mansions and ancient temples.
Veliky Ustyug is quite popular with tourists, so we advise you to make an early booking for the New Year 2020.
Ski resorts
Why you should go: and meet the holiday, and go in for sports. In addition, the atmosphere in the resorts is calmer than in large cities with their New Year's fuss. Such places are one of the best for a New Year's trip.
Where to go: Sheregesh, Kirovsk, Dombay
Which resort to choose: the most comfortable resort is Sheregesh in the Kemerovo region. There are 10 routes with different levels of altitude. The snow does not stick together, which will especially appeal to freeriders.
Dombay is located in the Caucasus Mountains, on the territory of Karachay-Cherkessia. The local mountain valley is so beautiful that it brings pleasure not only from skiing, but also from the contemplation of neighboring mountains, forests and gorges. The trails here are varied, suitable for skiers of different levels.
The base in Kirovsk is located within the city of the same name in the Murmansk region. The slopes are well maintained, the lifts are new. Here you can not only spend time on the slopes, but also go to the city to celebrate the New Year there properly.
Kaliningrad
Why you should go: to be in a festive atmosphere against the backdrop of ancient European-style architecture.
What's the weather like: quite warm, around zero, it may snow or rain. There is a breeze, so bring warm clothes.
How to have fun: the main festive events are held on Victory Square: concerts, New Year's performances, fireworks, fairs. However, this is not even the main thing, because in Kaliningrad there is a scattering of interesting places. No matter how fun you celebrate the New Year, be sure to go to the Cathedral, where the Kant Museum is located. It is also worth going through various gates: Royal, Brandenburg, Sackheim. It is unlikely that you will pass by the Amber Museum, the exhibits of which will give odds to any New Year's garland.
Minsk
Why you need to go: comfortable weather, inexpensive holidays, a visa for Russians in Belarus is not needed, and on the streets, although it’s fun, it’s calm at the same time - of course, with such and such a president.
How is the weather: there are no severe frosts, mostly from −5 to +5 °С.
Things to do: walk around the central districts and squares, which are literally flooded with festive lights. The building of the National Library is especially beautifully illuminated. The New Year tree is placed on October Square. There you can also go through the luminous balls, buy souvenirs and have a snack with something tasty and warming.
Where to go for the New Year with children? As an option - Nesvizh and Mir, which surprise with ancient castles. After walking in the fresh air, we advise you to eat hot homemade sausages and, of course, potatoes. You can go to Belovezhskaya Pushcha - the Belarusian Father Frost lives there, who entertains children as much as he can.
New Year 2020 at sea
Why you need to go: this is a good chance to escape from the winter - to where it is warm.
How is the weather: it is unlikely that you will be able to swim on the Russian coast, but it is quite possible to take a walk in warm and comfortable weather.
Where to rest: the most suitable option is the Crimea, where there are two seas at once - the Black and Azov. Recently, a road bridge was opened here, and now you can get here not only by ferry.
In Crimea, it rarely falls below 0 °C, and local beauties and excursions do not disappear anywhere even in winter. Throughout the peninsula, the New Year is celebrated on the same scale as in the rest of Russia. For example, on the waterfront of Yalta they put up a Christmas tree and dancing fountains, hold concerts and light fireworks.
Altai
Why you should go: feel the amazing atmosphere of peace and feel the energy of extraordinary nature.
How is the weather: there may be a slight frost in the region of -10 ° C, but there are also real colds.
Things to do: in Altai you can recharge your batteries for the whole next year. Usually tourists book tours for the New Year, which the locals call Chaga-Bayram, or the White Holiday. You can meet him both traditionally (with a Russian steam room, horseback riding and sleigh rides, playing in the snow and a New Year's banquet), as well as extreme (for example, going to the mountains).
There is also a ski resort Belokurikha in Altai. Here you can perfectly celebrate the New Year with friends. The total length of the slopes in the resort is about 7 kilometers, and all of them are surrounded by beautiful coniferous trees.
Baikal
Why go: see the cleanest, deepest and most mysterious lake on the planet.
How is the weather: quite frosty, can reach -22 ° С.
Things to do: Traveling to Lake Baikal is never boring: you can communicate with seals in the nerpinaria, take helicopter trips over the lake or go skiing on Mount Sobolina. As for folk festivals, they can be visited in Irkutsk and in the village of Listvyanka.
Novosibirsk
Why you need to go: in the capital of Siberia, everything is on the level.
How is the weather: it is quite fresh (it reaches -20 ° С), but there are more sunny days at this time than in other winter months.
How to have fun: Lenin Square with ice sculptures and slides becomes the center of folk festivals. You can also take a walk along the Mikhailovskaya embankment, where you can slide down the hill right to the bank of the Ob. Of course, the main attractions of Novosibirsk do not disappear on New Year's holidays: the Opera and Ballet Theatre, the planetarium, the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and other iconic places.
Karelia
Why go: feel the unique natural energy among thousands of lakes and waterfalls.
What's up with the weather: There are about as many sunny days as cloudy days. The average temperature is -5 °C. ideal conditions for a New Year's fairy tale: an average of -9 ° C and quite a lot of snow.
How to have fun: on holidays, the capital of the Volga region looks magical. Minin and Pozharsky Square and Gorky Square are beautifully decorated. Celebrations are also held near the Chkalov Stairs - one of the symbols of the city. From it you can go down to Rozhdestvenskaya Street, which corresponds to the holidays both in name and in essence: a cozy festive town is set up here, treats and souvenirs are sold.
Yekaterinburg
Why go: one of the best cities in the country, a lot of entertainment and opportunities to celebrate the New Year together or in a company.
What's up with the weather: cool (down to -15 ° C), but there is little precipitation and there are thaws.
Things to do: The square of 1905 becomes the center of celebrations, where they create an ice town with figures of not only fairy-tale heroes, but also local celebrities - for example, famous Ural rockers. You can also take a walk along the pedestrian Veiner Street and admire the sights covered with snow: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sevastyanov's house and the Vysotsky skyscraper.
It's time to think about how to spend your winter holidays in the best possible way.
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It would seem that there is plenty of time before the New Year holidays. In fact, autumn will fly by quickly, and very soon the most pressing question will be “Where to spend the holidays?” For those who prefer to plan their holidays in advance, we have collected the best holiday destinations for every taste and budget.
Up to 15 thousand rubles
Berlin, Germany
Gala ball in a medieval castle or non-stop bar hopping, international festivities or dinner with Michelin stars - in Berlin it is possible to combine several New Year's scenarios at once. Regardless of how you ultimately decide to spend the holiday, you can and should improvise in the German capital. Likewise with the menu: baked carp, an endless variety of meats, aromatic cheeses, as well as beer, punch, punch and a little champagne at midnight sharp - Berlin can be called the intersection point of the most diverse gastronomic tastes.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Berlin for the period of the New Year holidays is from 14.3 thousand rubles.
2.2 thousand rubles per night
Poland
If you want to celebrate the New Year in keeping with the main traditions, but in new scenery, go to Warsaw. The usual fun on the main square of the city and volleys of fireworks will be supplemented by a European fair, hot spiced wine and Polish festive "pernik". A couple of hours before midnight, join the locals and tourists on Palace Square. Throw a couple of zlotys to street musicians and take a seat closer to the Christmas tree, and when the clock strikes 12 times, try to shout “Szczęśliwego nowego roku” as loudly as possible. On the first day of the year, conquer a couple of slopes or go on excursions in Wroclaw and Krakow. In the latter, do not miss the opportunity to look into the restaurant of the Copernicus Hotel.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Warsaw for the period of the New Year holidays is from 14 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 1.3 thousand rubles.per night
Tbilisi, Georgia
In Tbilisi, for a festive mood, one kind of lace facades, carefully decorated with Soviet garlands, is enough. And the aromas of satsivi and khachapuri will finally drive away New Year's fatigue. You can spend the main night as your heart desires - if you are not afraid of the thunder of firecrackers and love dashing fun, go with the Tiflis youth to Rustaveli Avenue. And if you prefer to celebrate at the table, then choose any restaurant you like. True, a ceremonial feast will be only at first - Georgians love and know how to have fun. One night in Tbilisi is definitely not enough: it is customary to feast on spicy dishes, say long toasts and dance here from December 31 to January 2. So it will be possible to explore the treasures of Georgia - if there are forces left for that - only from the 3rd. Another day can be taken for a thoughtful rest with a visit to the famous sulfur baths of Abanotubani.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Tbilisi for the period of the New Year holidays is from 15 thousand rubles.
per night
Petrozavodsk, Russia
Karelia is an unobvious and very winter destination for those who prefer to receive congratulations in their native language. Meet the holiday the way it was done a couple of centuries ago on the Kizhi Island or go for a walk around Petrozavodsk itself. Warm up in cozy restaurants and try hearty sweet pies, without which the New Year is not imagined in Karelia. On the first day of 2018, you can stroll along the embankment of Lake Onega, and if you come with children, then look into a couple of fabulous museums. For example, in the "Doll's House" or the marine museum of the "Polar Odyssey" club. The holiday program should also include husky sleigh rides through the northern forests and a visit to Pakkaina, the younger brother of Santa Claus.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Petrozavodsk for the period of the New Year holidays is from 8.2 thousand rubles.
per night
Alma-Ata, Kazakhstan
It is better to watch how the old capital of Kazakhstan opens up under the chiming clock from the top of Kok-Tobe. You can book a table at a local restaurant, or you can take champagne and snacks and meet midnight under the stars. However, downstairs, in the center of Alma-Ata, you won’t get bored either: there are parties in spacious bars, and young people dancing right on the street, who have fun for a few more days. If you prefer to spend your holidays in a more relaxed mode, go skiing in Chimbulak or ice skating at the world's largest high-mountain skating rink "Medeu". And don't forget to take some time and admire the Big Almaty Lake - one of the most amazing miraculous sights of the country.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Alma-Ata for the period of the New Year holidays is from 9.3 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 1 thousand rubles.per night
Up to 30 thousand rubles
Rome, Italy
In Rome, it is not customary to celebrate the New Year with volleys of salutes and festivities. This is a bohemian party in Trastevere, prosecco and conversations with charming Italians. The main thing here is not to linger in one place for a long time. With gratitude, accept compliments from hospitable interlocutors and do not count the establishments you visit. In the morning, take a walk along the Tiber embankment, flooded with the warm light of old lanterns. On January 1, not a single institution will work, and this day can be devoted to walking around the half-empty city, getting to know the architectural monuments and just relaxing. Starting from the second day of the year, you can safely dive into the cultural program. Do not pass by announcements about concerts and performances - in Rome they can be both very expensive and free, but they will definitely decorate the rest of the vacation.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Rome for the period of the New Year holidays is from 17.3 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room in a 3* hotel - from 2.1 thousand rubles per night
Tel Aviv, Israel
Tel Aviv is the city where you can both hide from the New Year and celebrate it the loudest. Folk festivals on the streets on a festive night are not arranged here, but at the same time, life is in full swing in bars and clubs, where noisy parties and colorful performances are held. In this regard, Tel Aviv offers a very wide choice - from an expensive dinner in the Azrieli tower to dancing on the beach. By the way, the water in the sea will be warm enough to swim in the morning.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Tel Aviv for the period of the New Year holidays is from 16.7 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room in a 3* hotel - from 2.6 thousand rubles per night
Salzburg, Austria
New Year's Eve in Salzburg is a classic winter holiday. Twinkling braids of garlands, clusters of Christmas decorations and coniferous wreaths have been decorating the city since the beginning of December, and in any of its alleys you can feel like in a medieval Austrian fairy tale. Domplatz and Residenzplatz are home to some of the best holiday markets in Europe. And it's not just about antique jewelry, fragrant pretzels and sweet mulled wine, but also about the feeling of solitude that appears among the high mountains. On New Year's Eve, buy sparklers in one of the fair houses and meet midnight with the residents of the city to the sound of the bells of the Salzburg Cathedral. The next two days are more than enough to get around the length and breadth of the historical center of the city, and after that you can go to one of the ski resorts nearby.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Salzburg for the period of the New Year holidays is from 22.2 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 4.3 thousand rubles.per night
Casablanca, Morocco
The center of nightlife in the city is the Corniche. It is on it that you should look for a suitable institution for the celebration and get acquainted with travelers from all over the world. For New Year's gifts, go to the Habbus quarter - here you can find grandma's bright slippers, the famous Moroccan lanterns, and colored mountains of fragrant spices. Stroll the streets of the Medina, explore the Hassan Mosque, and then set off to explore the capital Rabat and imperial Meknes.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Casablanca for the period of the New Year holidays is from 21.7 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 1.4 thousand rubles.per night
Athens, Greece
Unusual on a trip to Athens for the New Year will be that in the Greek capital the holiday is called St. Basil's Day. It differs from the holiday we are used to mainly in that the main character here is not Father Frost or Santa, but, in fact, St. Basil. Head to Syntagma Square and join the crowded round dance of sirtaki under bright fireworks. When midnight comes, break a large pomegranate fruit against a stone wall for good luck, and in the morning hurry to the nearest bakery to try the lush basilopita there. If you're lucky, a good-natured neighbor will treat you to a traditional New Year's pie - in this case, chew the dessert more carefully: the Greeks like to put a coin in the dough (also for good luck).
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Athens for the period of the New Year holidays is from 21.2 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 1.7 thousand rubles.per night
Up to 50 thousand rubles.
Hong Kong, China
New Year's fireworks in Hong Kong are some of the most spectacular in the world, so arrive early at the Golden Bauhinia Square for the best seats. And if you don’t feel like pushing other crowds of tourists with your elbows, then move to the waterfront of the Tsim Sha Tsui district to watch the performances of the Canton Opera, stroll along the local Walk of Fame and try all the variety of Hong Kong street food. It is worth returning here in the following days - every day at 8 pm on the embankment, the famous "Symphony of Lights", the largest permanent light show, takes place.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Hong Kong for the New Year holidays is from 40.9 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 2.6 thousand rubles.per night
Reykjavik, Iceland
The locals believe that the louder the celebration, the happier it will be. There is really a lot of noise here: music and songs do not stop until the morning. Every New Year, the main city square becomes the epicenter of general fun: a large fire is lit here, which acts both as a Christmas tree and as a powerful heater. After a few hours, the fireworks will stop, but the sky will not darken, but will only become more beautiful thanks to the magnificent northern lights - a sight that is worth the trip to Reykjavik.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Reykjavik for the period of the New Year holidays is from 29.1 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 4.7 thousand rubles.per night
New York, USA
The city that never sleeps begins to prepare for the winter holidays about two months in advance, and by the end of December it is transformed beyond recognition, sparkles and shimmers with millions of light bulbs and garlands. If you don't want to crowd into Times Square, move to the ice rink in Central Park or Gotham Hall (for those with kids). However, it will be enough just to walk along the noisy avenues.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to New York for the period of the New Year holidays is from 34.1 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel - from 4.6 thousand rubles.per night
Goa, India
Early January is the season for the perfect beach holiday in South Asia. Although the smallest state of India is a very popular destination at any time of the year, and it is more than deserved. For a noisy party, move to Anjuna - here they celebrate the New Year right on the seashore. After sleeping off, on the first day of the year, rent a scooter and go on a New Year's trip along the most beautiful beaches nearby. Don't forget to drop by the local historic Fleamarket for gifts - look for tye-dye clothes and odd handmade souvenirs here, and feel free to haggle!
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Goa for the New Year holidays is from 46.8 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 5.2 thousand rubles.per night
Dubai
On New Year's Eve, the Burj Khalifa tower becomes the epicenter of fireworks, from which the whole city thunders festively. If you don't want to crowd the square in front of the skyscraper, book a table at nearby restaurants or buy a ticket for a party on the ship - both of which will need to be planned in advance. And for those who do not want to spend a lot, there is always a free beach in the Jumeirah area. Stock up on food and drinks and get here early for good seats. If all this is too trivial, then think about the New Year's camel safari. After it, you can go on holiday shopping, which will delight you with big discounts.
The cost of a flight from Moscow to Dubai for the period of the New Year holidays is from 22.8 thousand rubles.
The cost of living in a double room of a 3 * hotel is from 3.5 thousand rubles.per night
The material was prepared jointly with the travel service Momondo and Irina Ryabovol, official representativeMomondo in Russia
Do you choose? We have compiled a list of 19 best holiday destinations for the New Year in Russia, Europe and at sea in warm countries.
The article presents both places where you can relax for the New Year 2020 inexpensively, and countries where holidays cannot be called cheap. Even if you are only interested in inexpensive options, at least there will be something to compare prices with.
For all destinations, it is indicated how much an independent trip costs (airline tickets + hotel), and for some countries the prices of vouchers for New Year's dates are also shown.
Image Source: © kiuko / flickr.com
The material is divided into three parts:
- Where to relax for the New Year 2020 in Europe
- Where to go for the New Year 2020 inexpensively in Russia
- Where to go on New Year's Eve on the sea
The article also gives a list of the most inexpensive destinations for New Year's Eve in Europe, Russia and in warm countries - see the table below.
And where do you personally plan to go on vacation for the New Year 2020?
What are the prices in the article?
For each direction, we indicated the cost of the rest:
- air tickets A: flight from Moscow for 5-14 days, which capture NG.
- hotels: average price per night for two people during the period December 28 - January 3.
- vouchers: the cost of the tour for two on New Year's dates (transfer, insurance and flight are included in the price; the type of food is indicated separately).
All prices are current at the time of writing.
Important: the closer to the New Year, the higher the prices for tours and independent New Year's travel (air tickets and hotels). If you have found a good holiday option for the New Year - do not delay the purchase! Prices will only increase as the holiday approaches.
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Where to go for the New Year 2020 inexpensively
For convenience, we have compiled a table with all the options for an inexpensive holiday during the New Year holidays in Russia, Europe and at sea in warm countries.
First, we list cheap destinations, and below we give detailed information for each country (both cheap and expensive).
Holidays for the New Year - where to go inexpensively:
You will find detailed information and holiday prices for each of these destinations (as well as for many others) below.
Where to go for the New Year in Europe
Where is the best place to celebrate the traditional New Year? With a Christmas tree, holiday fairs, ornate storefronts and mass celebrations? Of course, in Europe!
Many European cities are preparing for the holidays already in November and early December, and grandiose sales begin in stores in January.
But pay attention: in Europe, the main holiday of winter is Christmas, and the New Year is celebrated there, but on a smaller scale. Therefore, if you want to see New Year's Europe at the very time, it is better to go on vacation on the twentieth of December, and not at the end of the month.
Photo: © kiuko / flickr.com The best option is to go to Europe on December 20-23 and spend one and a half to two weeks there, returning at the beginning of the year. So you will find both Christmas and New Year. Moreover, this can be done in different countries - for example, celebrate Christmas in Germany, and New Year in Tallinn.
Do not forget that a Schengen visa is required to visit most European countries - its registration will cost 5000-6000 rubles.
So, TOP-9 countries where to go for the New Year 2020 to Europe.
France
Perhaps the most romantic place to go for New Year 2020 in Europe is France. The main festivities take place at the Eiffel Tower, on the Champs Elysees and next to the Arc de Triomphe.
New Year can also be celebrated in numerous restaurants in Paris, and if you wish, you can book a cruise on the Seine. An ice skating rink is arranged under the Eiffel Tower, which can be accessed with a ticket to visit the tower.
Paris is a great place to go for the New Year with children. Disneyland is located in this European capital, where children will be pleased to visit on vacation. You can also meet New Year's Eve there: special performances are arranged, attractions are open until one in the morning.
Tickets. Air tickets to Paris on the twentieth of December are sold at a price of 13,200 rubles (from Moscow, round-trip). If you go only for the New Year, then the cost of tickets starts from 16,100 rubles. Find tickets to France →
Hotels. The cost of 2-3 star hotels for the New Year holidays starts from 3000 rubles per night. Good reviews from tourists are received by Legend Saint Germain 4 * and Hotel Mistral 3 * hotels. The farther the hotel is from the center, the cheaper it is. Find accommodation in Paris →
New Year tours. You can go to France on a tour at a price of 25,000 rubles per person (3 stars, departure on December 30).
Photo: © Lempismatt / flickr.com Netherlands
One of the most popular destinations where Europeans go for the New Year is Amsterdam. During the New Year holidays, the city is decorated with lights and illuminations, New Year's fairs are held on the streets, and sales are held in shopping centers.
Air tickets. Prices for the flight Moscow - Amsterdam start at 12,100 rubles. Find tickets to Holland →
Hotels. Prices for accommodation in the capital of the Netherlands for the period of the New Year holidays start from 5900 rubles per night. First-class 4-5 star hotels in the very center of the city cost from 9,000 rubles. Find accommodation in Amsterdam →
Photo: streets of Amsterdam © Jorge Franganillo / flickr.com the Baltics
If you are looking for where to go for the New Year 2020 inexpensively, you can look at the capitals of the Baltic States - Riga, Tallinn and Vilnius. Holidays are celebrated as widely as in Western Europe, but getting here is much cheaper. And the prices for food and entertainment are among the lowest in Europe.
Air tickets. Of the Baltic countries, it is cheapest to fly to Latvia - direct Moscow-Riga tickets for December cost from 9,100 rubles. Traveling by plane to Lithuania and Estonia is 2000-3000 more expensive.
From St. Petersburg, you can inexpensively get to Tallinn by bus (from 2,000 rubles round trip, 6-7 hours on the way) or by train (from 4,200 rubles, 7 hours). It is also cheaper from Moscow, but the trip is too long (from 16 hours), so it will be easier to fly by plane.
Hotels. Prices for hotels in the capitals of the Baltic States for the New Year are even cheaper than prices in other European capitals on ordinary days. In Riga, you can stay in a good 4-star hotel in the city center for only 4300 rubles / night (for example, St. Peters 4*). In Tallinn and Vilnius, housing is a little more expensive, but the prices are about the same.
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In the photo: Christmas markets on the central square of Tallinn © Ari Helminen / flickr.com Czech
If you are looking for where you can go on vacation for the New Year 2020 abroad inexpensively, take a look at Prague. Prices in the Czech Republic are an order of magnitude lower than in Europe, therefore You can celebrate holidays here on a budget..
And in general it is difficult to come up with a more fabulous place for a trip to the New Year and Christmas - winter Prague is amazing! Decorated with lights and illuminations, the Old Town Square hosts festivities, musicians play, drinks and treats are sold.
Fireworks are launched over the river, as well as on the two main squares of Prague - the Old Town and Wenceslas.
Tickets. Air tickets Moscow - Prague cost from 9300 rubles. The closer to December 31, the more expensive. Search for flights to the Czech Republic →
Hotels. The cost of three-star hotels in Prague starts from 2500-3000 rubles, but there are good inexpensive hotels and cheaper. 4-5 star hotels with good reviews can be found for 4000-5000 rubles (for example, Mosaic House 4 * for 4200 rubles). Find hotels in Prague →
Vouchers. Tours for the New Year holidays - 2020 cost from 28,000 rubles per person if the trip directly captures the holiday itself. Vouchers before the New Year and after it (in late December and early January) are cheaper - from 12,000-13,000 rubles per person.
Photo: View of New Year's Old Town Square in Prague © Rodney Ee / flickr.com Germany
New Year and Christmas are celebrated beautifully and on a grand scale in Germany. Cologne, Munich, Berlin are considered to be one of the most popular cities for celebrating the New Year.
Christmas markets and fairs are organized on the streets, where you can try hot mulled wine, sweets and traditional German sausages; streets and trees are decorated with colorful garlands - all this creates an amazing New Year's mood!
Air tickets. Prices for a flight from Moscow to Berlin at the end of December start at 10,400 rubles (non-stop flight). Find tickets to Germany →
Hotels. Accommodation in the capital of Germany during the New Year holidays will cost from 3000-3500 rubles / night for a three-star hotel. More expensive hotels (4 and 5 stars) in the city center cost from 6,000 rubles per night. Find hotels in Berlin →
Photo: Christmas market in Germany © Jorge Franganillo / flickr.com England
Christmas and New Year are noisily celebrated in London - the main festivities take place on Trafalgar Square and on the Thames embankment. Fireworks are set off from rafts on the river, as well as near the famous London Eye. Entrance to some places of celebration is paid, so it is better to take care of tickets in advance.
After midnight, you can go to one of the pubs to sing Auld Lang Syne, a traditional New Year's song, with the locals. But do not stay up until the morning, otherwise you will miss London New Year's Day Parade- the largest parade of its kind, held annually on January 1 on the streets of London.
Tickets. Flights to London from Moscow will cost no less than 14,500 rubles. Find flights to London →
Hotels. You won't find cheap hotels in London on New Year's Eve. Even 2-3 star hotels five kilometers from the center cost 5500-6000 rubles per night. Prices for cool hotels on the outskirts start from 6,500 rubles per night, and in the city center - from 13,000 rubles (for example, the St. James' Court hotel is popular). Find hotels in London →
Photo: New Year's London © Dimitry B. / flickr.com Finland
If you are looking for where to fly for the New Year 2020 with friends, take a closer look at Finland.
Finns prefer to celebrate the holiday not on the streets, but with their families, so a good option would be to rent a cottage for the period of Christmas and New Year holidays.
You can rent both a lonely house in the middle of the forest, and a cottage located near ski resorts and SPA centers - depending on what type of vacation is closer to you.
Popular ski resorts where you can celebrate the New Year in Finland are Levi and Saariselkä. And for those who choose where to go for the New Year with children, you can advise the surroundings of the city of Rovaniemi in Lapland - from there it is easy to get to the residence of Santa Claus.
In Helsinki, the center of the festivities is located on Senate Square, where fireworks are launched. But if you decide to celebrate a holiday in the capital, keep in mind that in Finland many attractions, museums and shops are closed during the holidays, and restaurants on New Year's Eve serve guests only until midnight.
Air tickets. The cost of air tickets from Moscow to Helsinki starts from 9300 rubles round-trip. Find tickets to Finland →
Hotels. Three-star hotels in the capital of Finland cost from 4000 rubles per night, there are options for this price in the city center. The cost of 4 and 5 star hotels with a convenient location starts from 7000-8000 rubles. Find hotels in Helsinki →
In Rovaniemi, hotels and cottages are expensive (from 10,000 rubles), but even in September, some of them no longer have vacancies for New Year's dates. Looking for accommodation in Rovaniemi →
Photo: Snowfall in Helsinki © Alberto / flickr.com Switzerland
Switzerland has a big advantage over other European countries - in late December and January there is almost always snow (at least in the mountains). Real, furry, lying in large snowdrifts along the streets and houses.
If you want to catch the holiday directly, it is better to go to Switzerland for Christmas, since the New Year is practically not celebrated in this country. For noisy festivities and festive fun choose one of the major cities- Christmas markets are held there, sweets and souvenirs are sold.
If you want peace, you should choose one of the ski resorts: the celebrations there are not so large-scale, but there is an opportunity to enjoy solitude and beautiful mountain landscapes.
The best option, in our opinion, is to celebrate Christmas in the city, and then go skiing or snowboarding to one of the Swiss resorts.
Air tickets. Plane tickets to Zurich for December cost from 13,900 rubles; to Geneva - a little more expensive. Find tickets to Switzerland →
Hotels. On the outskirts of Zurich, 2-3 star hotels can be rented for no less than 6,000 rubles, closer to the city center - even more expensive. The cost of more luxurious hotels - from 10,000 rubles per night. Find hotels in Zurich → .
In Geneva, hotel accommodation during the New Year holidays will cost 10-20% cheaper.
Photo: Mulled wine is a must for Christmas and New Year in Europe © Ari Helminen / flickr.com Italy
One of the most romantic cities where you can relax for the New Year 2020 is Rome. Italians traditionally celebrate Christmas with their families, and New Year's Eve goes out to celebrate.
On New Year's Eve, official concerts are held in the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia, but Piazza del Poppolo is considered the main center of the holiday.
Another good option is to celebrate the New Year in one of the restaurants in Rome, just book in advance. There are numerous cafes and stalls where you can buy food and drinks. Before the trip, we recommend reading about Prices in Italy for food and groceries.
Tickets. You can fly to Rome for the New Year 2020 at a price of 13,500 rubles. Find flights to Italy →
Hotels. There are many hotels in the capital of Italy, even on New Year's holidays you can find good accommodation at a price of 2000 rubles per night. The cost of 4 and 5 star hotels starts from 3,000 rubles if the hotel is located on the outskirts, and from 5,000 rubles if it is close to the city center and the main attractions. Find hotels in Rome →
Tours. Tours to Italy cost from 14,000 rubles / person, if the trip does not include December 31 and January 1. Prices for New Year's tours, exciting holiday dates, start from 30,000 rubles / person.
Photo: Christmas tree next to the Colosseum © George Rex / flickr.com Where to celebrate the New Year 2020 in Russia
Where to go inexpensively for the New Year 2020 in Russia? In general, the most budgetary holiday option for the New Year is not to go abroad, but to celebrate the holidays in Russia: our country can offer very good holiday options.
St. Petersburg
In St. Petersburg, the New Year is celebrated on a grand scale. Shop windows are decorated with garlands and Christmas trees, a concert is held on Palace Square, which ends with fireworks, the townspeople walk along Nevsky Prospekt.
Many restaurants are open - you can book a table in advance and warmly celebrate the New Year with your family in one of them.
Air tickets. Prices for the flight Moscow - St. Petersburg start from 4800 rubles. Find tickets to Saint Petersburg →
Hotels. You can stay in a 3-star hotel at a price of 1500 rubles; in the city center prices are higher - from 2500 rubles (for example, good reviews from the SKY hotel). In more high-profile hotels, prices for holidays for the New Year start from 3,000-4,000 rubles, including in the city center (popular hotels are Our Hotel 4 * (4,500 rubles), Golden Triangle 4 * (5,500 rubles), Corinthia 5 * ( 7500 rubles).
Photo: Nevsky Prospekt in winter © Alexander Savin / flickr.com Sochi, Krasnaya Polyana
Those who prefer to celebrate the New Year actively can go to Sochi. The main night of the year is worth celebrating in the city by booking a table in a restaurant or staying for a banquet at a hotel, and the rest of the days can be spent in ski resorts Rosa Khutor and Krasnaya Polyana.
Tickets. Air tickets from Moscow to Sochi for the New Year cost from 6,000 rubles. Find tickets to Sochi →
Hotels. In the city itself, for the holidays, a room in a good hotel can be rented for 5000-5500 rubles - for example, in Park Inn by Radisson. If you are going to Sochi to go skiing or snowboarding, it will be more profitable to rent accommodation already in the mountains. Prices in Rosa Khutor, for example, start at 7,000 rubles (one of the options with good reviews from tourists is Tulip Inn Rosa Hutor).
Photo: Sochi © Dmitry Karyshev / flickr.com Karelia
Another option where it is inexpensive to relax for the New Year 2020 in Russia is Karelia. The region is close to Finland and is somewhat reminiscent of this country: you can meet the holiday in the city, or you can rent a house somewhere in the region to celebrate with family or friends.
On other days it is good to go on excursions to get acquainted with the beautiful northern nature, or go in for winter sports.
Tickets. Airfare to Petrozavodsk starts from 8,000 rubles (round-trip).
Hotels. Good housing in the city can be rented for 1500-2000 rubles per day. There are also more expensive options, such as a Radisson hotel (from 9,000 rubles).
Photo: © Jonas Forth / flickr.com Kazan
A good option, where to go for the New Year 2020 inexpensively, would be a vacation in Kazan. The city is very beautiful, with great architecture and many attractions.
With children, you can visit the large Riviera water park, which is open even on holidays, or go skiing to one of the nearest ski resorts.
Air tickets. You can fly to Kazan from Moscow at a price of 6600 rubles. Find tickets to Kazan →
Hotels. Staying for the New Year holidays in Kazan costs about 2000 rubles per night (you can find good options and cheaper). The city has many hotels of international hotel chains like Courtyard Marriott, Radisson, Ibis - in such places the cost of living starts from 4500 rubles. Search for hotels in Kazan →
New Year tours in Russia
The cost of New Year's tours in Russia in late December and early January starts from 5000-6000 rubles per person. Tours that include holidays directly are more expensive - from 10,000 rubles per person.
Where to go for the New Year 2020 at sea
If you are tired of cold, wind and snow, it is worth going to celebrate the New Year in warm countries where you can swim in the sea and sunbathe on the beach. In many of these countries, winter is just the middle of the tourist season, and you can enter them without a visa.
We have compiled a selection of 6 popular warm countries where you can go to the sea for the New Year - both inexpensive and those where the rest will cost a pretty penny.
Photo: © Horacio Maria / flickr.com Thailand
One of the most popular Asian destinations for a New Year's trip is Thailand. A good place to celebrate would be Bangkok and the beach resorts of Thailand - Phuket and Pattaya.
In Bangkok, the holiday is celebrated everywhere, but the coolest place is the square in front of the Central World shopping center, where thousands of people gather to count down the last seconds of the outgoing year.
Then you can go to the Mediterranean restaurant Sirocco, located on the 63rd floor of a skyscraper, or go on a cruise on the Chao Phraya River - with cocktails and ten kinds of Thai dishes.
Going on vacation to Thailand, read our article Where better to go: Phuket or Pattaya. She will help you choose the right resort for your holiday.
If you are interested in an inexpensive beach holiday for the New Year abroad, you can spend the New Year holidays in Phuket. In December and January, the weather is great there, the sea is suitable for swimming, there are all conditions for families with children.
Fans of noisy parties are recommended to go to Koh Phangan for New Year 2020, where a grandiose New Year's party is held on a kilometer-long beach, gathering 20,000-30,000 people. Accommodation is best booked a few months before the New Year. And don't forget the buckets.
Video from the Full Moon Party New Year:
Hotels. In Bangkok, you can rent a room in an average three-star hotel for 1000-1500 rubles. Closer to the center, housing is more expensive (about 2,500 rubles in a good hotel), there are hotels with an outdoor pool on the roof for 7,000-15,000 rubles (some of them leave a very strong impression - for example, SO Sofitel Bangkok). Finally, you can stay at the Baiyoke Sky Hotel with a gorgeous view of Bangkok for 6,500 rubles.
Photo: fireworks in Bangkok © Prachanart Viriyaraks / flickr.com Maldives
For a secluded holiday, you can go to the Maldives. Some hotels arrange banquets for the New Year, but there are almost no other options for celebrating the holiday in the Maldives.
It is worth going here for a beach holiday, snorkeling and diving, relaxation in the SPA. In winter, the Maldives has wonderful weather with warm sun and blue seas.
Air tickets. Prices for the flight Moscow - Male for the period of the New Year holidays start from 50,800 rubles. Find tickets to Maldives →
Hotels. If we consider housing options not on the beach, then you can find quite cheap hotels - about 3500-4000 rubles per night. However, this is not at all the kind of accommodation for which you are going to the Maldives for the New Year.
Living on the island in the best houses, standing right among the azure water, during the New Year holidays will cost at least 15,000-20,000 rubles per day. Among the coolest such hotels are Velassaru Maldives and Kuramathi Island Resort.
Photo: sea in the Maldives © Ramon / flickr.com Vietnam
Where to go for the New Year 2020 at sea inexpensively? One of the countries where you can have a budget holiday during the New Year holidays is the Vietnamese themselves celebrate the New Year later, at the end of January or in February, but hotels, restaurants and clubs arrange festive dinners and performances for tourists.
Photo: Phu Quoc Island © mgzkun / flickr.com Air tickets. The cost of tickets to the south of the country (to Ho Chi Minh City) starts from 31,300 rubles. Find flights to Vietnam →
Hotels. In Mui Ne and Phan Thiet you can rent a 2-3 star hotel for 1200+ rubles per night, in more serious hotels the prices are about 4000-5000 rubles. Find hotels in Mui Ne and Phan Thiet →
On the island of Phu Quoc, the most inexpensive accommodation options cost from 1000 rubles per night, and 4-5 star hotels - 5000-10000 rubles. Is it for jokes an option was also found for 4 million rubles for 6 nights. Find accommodation on Phu Quoc Island →
Dominican Republic
New Year's Eve is celebrated magnificently in the Dominican Republic - with fireworks, dancing and parties on the beach. In addition, in winter, the Dominican Republic is one of the best countries for a beach holiday.
The most popular resorts:
- Punta Cana
- Santo Domingo
- Puerto Plata
True, tickets and tours to the Dominican Republic are quite expensive, so not everyone can afford a trip to this country.
Tickets. Air tickets from Moscow cost from 65,000 rubles, and a flight to the Punta Cana resort costs the same as to the capital of Santo Domingo. Find tickets to Dominican Republic →
Hotels. The cost of living in the popular Punta Cana starts from 2500 rubles per night. But hotels with sea views are expensive: from 15,000 rubles per day. Find accommodation in Punta Cana →
Tours. Prices for trips to the Dominican Republic for the New Year start from 85,900 rubles per person (for an all-inclusive tour for 7 nights). At the same time, tours in late December and early January can be much cheaper - from 40,000 rubles per person.
Photo: © Ronald Saunders / flickr.com Cuba
Cuba has great weather and low prices in winter. Tourists usually travel to cities and resorts such as Havana, Varadero and Trinidad.
Most of the locals celebrate New Year's midnight with their families, but then they go out into the street, where the celebration continues. You can also celebrate the New Year at the hotel, and then go to the festivities. In Havana, their very center falls on the Cathedral Square.
Air tickets. The price of plane tickets to Havana starts from 44,300 rubles. Find flights to Cuba →
Hotels. Going to rest for the New Year in Varadero is not a cheap pleasure. The cost of living in this resort starts from 5100 rubles per day, and in hotels located on the seashore, it is even more expensive. Looking for accommodation in Varadero →
In the capital of Cuba, Havana, prices are slightly lower - from 3,500 rubles.
Vouchers. You can relax in Cuba on a New Year's ticket in 2020 at a price of 62,900 rubles per person.
Photo: street in Cuba © Rog01 / flickr.com Philippines
Where to relax for the New Year 2020 abroad inexpensively and without a visa? In the Philippines! The main thing is to catch cheap tickets or tours as well domestically, prices for food and entertainment are relatively low.
The island of Boracay with its snow-white beaches and warm sea is very popular - it always receives good reviews from tourists, but is considered quite expensive. For a budget holiday, you can go to the Bantayan and Panglao Islands.
In addition to the beaches, the Philippines is rich in Spanish architecture, sights and natural beauties, so you can go to the country not only for a beach holiday.
Air tickets. A flight from Moscow to the capital of the Philippines, Manila, costs from 35,000 rubles. The price for an internal flight to Boracay is about another 4000-5000 rubles. Find flights to the Philippines →
Hotels. On the island of Boracay, you can stay in 2-3 star hotels for only 1900 rubles for two. But it is better to celebrate the New Year in luxury 4- and 5-star hotels on the seashore - their prices start at 4,400 rubles per night. Shangri La's Boracay Resort receives the best reviews from tourists, but it is also the most expensive on the entire island. Find accommodation in Boracay →
On the other mentioned islands (Panglao and Bantayan) accommodation prices are lower. Bantayan and at all is a place where you can celebrate the New Year inexpensively even by the standards of the Philippines There are few tourists there, so the prices are low.
Photo: Boracay beach and sea © Dianne Rosete / flickr.com How to relax on New Year's Eve cheaper
- The most important - try to buy hotels and tickets as early as possible(in September - November, or even in the summer). Wherever you go, with the approach of the New Year, prices for tours and independent holidays are growing every day.
- If it’s not critical for you to celebrate the New Year directly abroad, but you want to plunge into European Christmas culture or go to the sea and the beach, look for options with a return BEFORE or departure AFTER New Year’s Eve. Such options can cost several times cheaper than a trip that includes New Year's Eve.
- Sales in Europe start in January - if shopping is important to you, plan your holiday for the New Year so as not to return to Russia at the very beginning of January.
We hope this selection of countries for holidays for the New Year 2020 in Russia and abroad will help you decide on a vacation spot for the New Year holidays!
Have you already planned your vacation? We welcome your comments, recommendations and feedback!
It's no secret that the New Year for Russians is considered the most important holiday of the year. They are waiting for it, they prepare for it mentally and physically much in advance, and preparation is carried out everywhere: from kindergartens to the State Duma. Many people identify the New Year with the beginning of a new life, new promises and change for the better. Everyone decides for himself how he will meet this grandiose holiday. Long holidays are coming at work and at school, which means it's time to change the situation and visit long-planned destinations, recharge with new emotions and spiritual strength for further achievements, and just relax.
Not just to relax, but to celebrate the holiday itself in a new country - an incredible adventure and an unforgettable experience that will allow you to plunge into the culture of the area, learn special traditions and become part of the holiday. Many vacationers, on the contrary, bring the Russian culture of celebration to the masses, acquaint foreigners with Slavic identity. Such a mixture of customs as part of the celebration of the New Year will remain in memory for a lifetime.
It is rather difficult to decide on the direction in the New Year, as there are actually a lot of tours. You can go to conquer peaks in ski resorts, wander warmly and comfortably through the ancient streets of Europe and rejoice like a child at fairs, or you can meet a holiday on the beach, which in itself is exotic for a Russian person.
New Year's tours at sea
Almost the entire territory of Russia is covered with snow on New Year's Eve. It is difficult to imagine a holiday without frost, snowstorms and white flakes outside the window. What an unforgettable experience will be the celebration of the New Year under the scorching sun in hot sand and gentle sea. It's funny to watch how hotels and palm trees are decorated in a New Year's way instead of traditional firs. Although, the hotels of the most popular destinations, they still put up spruces so as not to violate the traditions of visitors.
Thailand
Vietnam
Exactly like in Thailand, the New Year in Vietnam on January 1 is an indicative holiday for tourists. The Vietnamese New Year (Tet) takes place here according to the lunar calendar and has floating dates. During the traditional New Year holidays, Vietnam delights vacationers with chic sandy beaches decorated with shopping centers, Santa Clauses and other holiday paraphernalia. If you are lucky enough to celebrate the New Year in Vietnam, then by all means go to the embankment (it doesn’t matter if it’s Nha Trang, Phu Thiet or Mui Ne), as this is where concerts, folk festivals, dances and countdown to the start of the new calendar year are organized.
Where to go to the beach: Nha Trang, Fukok, Mui Ne, Phan Thiet.
Weather: air warms up to +27 °C, and water up to +24 °C. At this time of the year, precipitation is unlikely, but quite possible. They are unlikely to spoil the rest by the sea due to their short duration and rarity.
Other useful information about Vietnam:
Prices for New Year tours to Vietnam: from 100,000 rubles*
You can choose and book a tour to Vietnam here:
Bali
The end of December and the beginning of January is the best for a beach holiday in Bali, as rainfall is gradually decreasing, but they are still possible. The Balinese celebrate the New Year in the spring, and on December 31 they hold celebrations exclusively for tourists. On a holiday, you should rush to the beach, where they arrange a big fireworks display.
Where to go to the beach: Nusa Dua, Kuta, Denpasar, etc.
Weather: water and air warm up to approximately +29° C, water temperature - +28° C.
Other useful information about Bali:
Prices for New Year's tours in Bali: from 120,000 rubles *
You can choose and book a tour to Bali here:
Sri Lanka
Cuba
The celebration of the new year in Cuba has a special scope, since January 1 is also the Day of Liberation of the country. Going out into the street, the holiday simply can not be avoided. Everywhere there are parades, processions, carnivals. Everyone dresses up in the brightest dresses, drinks rum and is proud of the country from the bottom of their hearts.
Where to go to the beach: Havana, Trinidad, Santiago de Cuba, Varadero.
Weather: air and water temperatures average +25 °C - +28 °C. The rainy season is over.
Other useful information about Cuba:
Prices for New Year's tours to Cuba: from 150,000 rubles *
You can choose and book a tour to Cuba here:
Less popular due to the high cost, but no less interesting are New Year's tours to countries such as:
Christmas and New Year in Europe
Christmas Europe has a special, childlike magic charm. Colorful fairs on medieval squares attract millions of visitors on Christmas. You should go to Europe before December 25 in order to have time to catch the most important holiday of the year, for which Europeans are preparing with all responsibility. At Christmas, church services are held in Gothic cathedrals and ancient basilicas, the streets are filled with the smell of pine needles and cinnamon, and the festive fuss does not stop everywhere: everyone is in a rush buying gifts for relatives and friends. The New Year in Europe is not celebrated on such a grand scale as Christmas, but in any case, the winter holidays and the special atmosphere will remain in memory forever.
Finland
Other useful information about Finland:
Prices for New Year's tours to Finland: from 55500 rubles*
You can choose and book a tour to Finland here:
Czech Republic, Prague)
Prague takes on an absolutely magical look during the Christmas holidays. It seems that every square meter of the city is decorated with bright lights, garlands, glass beads. A lush, elegant spruce is set up on each square and set up around the fair, where you can walk endlessly. You should definitely arrange a gastronomic tour and try local New Year's dishes: wine sausage, "bath" and "nut nests". Hot mulled wine, punch or mead is sold at every step in the cold season, so there is no chance of freezing and catching a cold.
Where to go for the New Year: Prague.
Weather: the daytime temperature is about +2 °C.
Other useful information about the Czech Republic:
Prices for New Year's tours to the Czech Republic: from 50,500 rubles *
You can choose and book a tour to the Czech Republic here:
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Another popular New Year's destination is Paris. From the beginning of December, the city plunges into a pleasant pre-holiday turmoil. The Eiffel Tower and other sights acquire a new and bright image thanks to the illumination. Throughout the month, the city hosts colorful themed fairs, festivals and concerts. As a rule, the Parisians go out to celebrate the New Year on the Champs Elysees. It is here that the countdown takes place, and the crowd of thousands and multinationals has fun and rejoices. Be sure to check out the Christmas sale: the prices can pleasantly surprise you.
Where to go for Christmas: Paris.
Weather: the air in the capital warms up from 0 °C to +8 °C.
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Prices for Christmas tours to France: from 74200 rubles*
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Italy
Just like other major European countries, Italy is immersed in bright lights and fairs throughout December. Basically, people go to Italy for the Christmas holidays for the sake of shopping. In large cities, you can buy absolutely any thing at almost cost. Experienced travelers are advised to go to Italy's sales with empty but large suitcases. Among the Italians themselves, the Christmas tradition of throwing old things out the window has sunk into oblivion, but another has appeared - to acquire everything new.
The New Year itself is celebrated in large cities on a large scale. Everyone goes out to the central richly decorated squares, music plays everywhere, New Year's spirits flow like water, the countdown passes and the fun does not stop until the morning.
Where to go: Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, Pisa.
Weather: At Christmas, the weather in Italy makes travelers a good gift - the air temperature averages +8 ° C, and in some places it warms up to +15 ° C.
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Prices for Christmas tours to Italy: from 57800 rubles*
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Estonia (Tallinn)
Christmas holiday trips to Tallinn are becoming more and more popular. Romance and a European fair atmosphere are present here, as in other countries, and the prices for tours are much lower than, for example, to Germany. Quiet and calm Tallinn in the new year is filled with noisy tourists from different countries who want to fully experience the magical atmosphere of the holidays. Everything here is the same as in other major European cities: a fir tree is set up on the central square, tents are pitched with national treats and holiday souvenirs, and restaurants and hotels offer New Year's dinners and entertainment programs in the atmosphere of the 14th century.
Where to go: Tallinn.
Weather: At Christmas, the average air temperature is -2 °C.
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Prices for Christmas tours to Estonia: from 81,000 rubles*
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Greece
A popular destination for the New Year is Greece, since it is there that the celebration is taken with all seriousness. Every Greek firmly believes that the coming year will bring positive changes. Since mid-December, everyone has been busy preparing for the holidays: both physical and moral. Greeks flock to churches, decorate houses and streets, and on the eve prepare traditional dishes of pork, chicken and turkey, which can be tasted in any restaurant. On New Year's Eve, travelers and locals take to the streets of cities, dance sirtaki, drink a lot of wine and rejoice from the bottom of their hearts at the beginning of a new life.
Where to go: any major city.
Weather: the air warms up to +14 °C.
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Prices for New Year's tours to Greece: from 44,000 rubles *
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New Year "Oriental"
The East, as you know, is a delicate matter, and in every eastern country the New Year is celebrated on different dates and with different traditions. Even the chronology is fundamentally different from the European one. It can be said that for the countries of Asia, the arrival of the New Year is a purely traditional holiday, but in tribute to tourists, each country arranges a secular New Year, which is celebrated on January 1.
Israel
The most popular country at this time of the year is Israel - the beginning of the beginning. New Year in Israel is celebrated several times: in accordance with religious and secular traditions. On January 1, the secular New Year comes to the country, the traditions of which were adopted from Russia. On holidays, you should definitely go to where it all began - to the religious shrines of Christianity and make a wish at the Wailing Wall, walk along the Way of the Cross, visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and meet the dawn on the sacred Mount Zion. From Catholic to Orthodox Christmas, the country hosts many social and entertainment events.
Where to go for the New Year: Jerusalem, Bethlehem.
Weather: the air temperature warms up to +17 °C. Swimming is no longer comfortable, but long walks in the fresh air are unlikely to overshadow anything.
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- Visa - not needed
Prices for New Year's tours to Israel: from 72,500 rubles *
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United Arab Emirates
To celebrate the New Year on a grand scale and have a great vacation on the beach, you must definitely go to Dubai. Secular celebrations on January 1 are not accepted on the streets here, and concerts, shows, discos and parties will certainly await you in the establishments. The exception is street fireworks, which are recognized as the best in the world for their beauty and scope.
Where to go for the New Year: Dubai.
Weather: The average air temperature in the country does not exceed +21 °C. For evening walks, a light sweater is useful.
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Prices for New Year's tours in the UAE: from 51,200 rubles *
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Egypt
Currently, tours to the resorts of Egypt are available only with a flight through Cairo, which negatively affects their cost. The resumption of charter flights to resort towns is expected.
Even after the ban on flights to the resort cities of Egypt, interest in him does not decrease. To spend the winter holidays not in the snow, but in the sand - each of us wanted at least once in our lives. Swimming in the resorts of Egypt is no longer as comfortable as in autumn, but heated hotel pools will come to the rescue. On New Year's Eve, hospitable hotel owners arrange chic feasts for tourists with an entertainment program, competitions and fireworks. Shopping centers are everywhere decorated with fir trees, balls and garlands. The spirit of the holiday will not leave travelers even on sandy beaches: many tourists and locals gather in beach bars for concerts and a fun celebration of the new calendar year.
Where to go: Cairo, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada.
Weather: up to +20 °C.
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- Visa (upon arrival)
Prices for tours to Egypt for the New Year: from 81,500 rubles *
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Tunisia
A great opportunity to change the cold to the heat is a trip to Tunisia. Swimming in the resorts of Tunisia at this time is no longer so comfortable, but nothing will interfere with leisurely walks and celebrating the New Year in the open air. After all, Tunisia is the capital of thalassotherapy and every hotel has spas with heated pools. The main New Year's events are held in Sousse, Hammamet and Tunisia. Mass celebrations with fireworks, festivals, musical concerts begin in the central squares. From the streets, the celebration gradually flows into bars and restaurants. In Tunisia, there is one very pleasant New Year's tradition, which tourists also follow with pleasure - to eat as many sweets as possible at night in order to spend the coming year in abundance.
Where to go for the New Year: Hammamet, Monastir, Sousse, Mohdia, Djerba.
Weather: up to +16 °C.
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Prices for tours to Tunisia for the New Year holidays: from 105,500 rubles *
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Japan
Exotic New Year will make a trip to Japan. From year to year, more and more tourists flock to the land of the rising sun. Christmas is not celebrated here, but the arrival of the calendar year is counted from January 1. Preparation for the holiday begins in mid-autumn: the streets and houses are decorated with garlands, souvenir markets begin to work and the main sales open. It is funny to note that the preparations for the holiday are very similar to the Russian ones: families stock up on gifts and figurines in the form of a symbol of the coming year, carry out a general cleaning, set a rich table on December 31, dress up in their best clothes and celebrate the arrival of the New Year. This holiday cannot be called noisy, as the Japanese are used to celebrating it quietly, calmly and with their families.
As a rule, tourists and young people gather in the central squares, and then smoothly distributed among the bars. Everything passes peacefully, quietly and without heavy alcoholic libations. On January 2, tourists have a unique opportunity to visit the Imperial Palace, where they are allowed only twice a year.
Where to go for the New Year: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Yokohama, Sapporo.
Weather: in Sapporo - up to -3 °C, in Tokyo - up to +7 °C.
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Prices for tours to Japan for the New Year: from 140,000 rubles *
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American New Year
An absolutely enchanting scale celebration of Christmas and New Year takes place in the USA. As we know from the movies, no one believes in miracles, Santa and new life as much as the Americans. And indeed, what a holiday is worth in New York, where hundreds of thousands of people gather in Times Square to watch the old tradition of the fall of a glass ball. A huge LED ball slowly descends down the axis, and then reaches the lowest point, the lights fade and the scoreboard lights up with the year, which marks its beginning. You need to come to Times Square early in the morning to choose a good place, as the New Year is celebrated with the residents and guests of New York by world stars of the first magnitude.
