Holidays in August. Where to relax abroad in August? Is it worth flying to exotic countries?
Cote d'Azur in August - a godsend for beach lovers. The July heat has passed, the sun is warm but not hot, and restaurants continue to generously add fresh seafood to their dishes.
In the evening, after beach relaxation, you can stroll along the famous Promenade des Anglais in Nice, go to the bar of the Negresco Hotel, whose guests over the years included Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway and Catherine Deneuve, or try pizza in the family cafe of the old town.
Monaco is half an hour away by car. And if you don't plan to go to the casino, then at least enjoy the views from the hill. Or get to Cannes. Just an hour's journey - and you are in the city where the annual festival takes place.
- Air temperature: 25–31 °C.
- Water temperature: 26 °C.
- Visa: issued upon arrival (single entry, for no more than 90 days) or in advance through the Tanzanian Embassy (multiple entry).
- Cost of living: from 316 rubles per night in a hostel.
- : from 61,750 rubles.
The beaches of the Zanzibar Islands archipelago are included in the lists TripAdvisor names the best beaches in the world for 2018 best beaches peace and that's true paradise on the ground. In summer, the weather on the islands is ideal for an unforgettable vacation, but in winter the heat reaches 40 °C, and in spring the long rainy season begins.
You need to go to Tanzania not only for turquoise waters Indian Ocean, snow-white sand and African flavor. You should definitely take a safari tour to one of the national parks.
From the jeep you can observe wild animals - rhinoceroses, elephants, chimpanzees - in their natural habitat. And, of course, do not miss the opportunity to see the highest point of the continent - the extinct volcano Kilimanjaro.
- Air temperature: 25–29 °C.
- Water temperature: 24 °C.
- Visa: not required if the length of stay does not exceed 90 days.
- Cost of living: from 900 rubles per night in a guest house.
- Cost of flights from Moscow and back: from 10,700 rubles.
Picturesque resort on the Black Sea coast attracts tourists with its mild climate, natural beauty and historical architectural structures. During the day you gorge yourself on seasonal vegetables and fruits and take a meal, and in the evening you admire the sunsets with a glass of Abkhazian wine.
If you get tired of lying on the beach, go to observation decks To see the city from a bird's eye view, visit the Prince of Oldenburg castle, stroll through the Seaside Park and eucalyptus alley, get to the waterfalls and stop by the Gagripsh restaurant - one of the symbols Black Sea resort And historical monument architecture.
- Air temperature: 25–31 °C.
- Water temperature: 26 °C.
- Visa: Schengen.
- Cost of living: from 2,555 rubles per night in apartments.
- Cost of flights from Moscow and back: from 27,768 rubles.
August is the warmest and driest month in Greece, so you can leave your raincoats at home. The island of Zakynthos is famous for its mild climate and beaches with azure waters, for which it is loved not only by tourists, but also by turtles. Some of the beaches in Laganas Bay are nesting grounds for loggerhead sea turtles and part of the Zakynthos National Marine Park.
One of popular places resort - Navagio Bay. She is remarkable not only for her beauty, but also castaways a ship of smugglers that has been resting in the sands since the 80s. Today this rusty ship is a favorite of tourists. It is imprinted on, perhaps, everyone who vacationed in Zakynthos.
In the north of the island are located Blue Caves- a complex of sea grottoes created by nature. Due to the play of light, the water in the caves becomes sky blue, which is especially noticeable at dawn.
Those who like to combine business with pleasure should visit the Church of St. Dionysius, the patron saint of the island, and the Byzantine Museum, which preserves relics of the 12th century.
- Air temperature: 27–31 °C.
- Water temperature: 26 °C.
- Visa: Schengen.
- Cost of living: from 1,634 rubles per night in a hostel.
- Cost of flights from Moscow and back: from 18,362 rubles.
Sandy beaches and a warm sea are by no means the only reason to go to Ischia.
The island off the west coast of Italy is famous for its natural spas. The island has several thermal complexes with hot springs and natural saunas. The largest and most popular is “Poseidon Gardens”; a one-day entrance ticket for an adult will cost 33 euros. You can swim for free in the thermal springs on the wild beach in Sorgeto Bay.
IN cultural program It is worth including a visit to the Aragonese castle, built on top of a cliff, the museum of director Luchino Visconti and the gardens of La Mortella.
1. Chicago, USA
- Air temperature: 20–26 °C.
- Visa: issued independently through the US Embassy.
- Cost of living: from 2,550 rubles per night in a hotel.
- Cost of flights from Moscow and back: from 50,135 rubles.
Roger Ho / lollapalooza.com From August 1 to 4, one of the largest festivals America's Lollapalooza. More than 170 alternative, hip-hop and heavy metal artists from all over the world will perform on eight festival stages. Among them are Twenty One Pilots, The Strokes, Lil Wayne and The Chainsmokers. Ticket prices start at $130, excluding taxes.
2. Edinburgh, Scotland
- Air temperature: 11–18 °C.
- Visa: issued independently via Visa Center or the British Embassy.
- Cost of living: from 1,638 rubles per night in a hostel.
- Cost of flights from Moscow and back: from 22,407 rubles.
Edinburgh Blog / flickr.com If you don’t really like the heat and prefer to spend your summer in the shade or corners of the planet, then this is the adventure for you. Almost the entire month, from August 2 to 26, the world's largest festival of theatrical arts - the Edinburgh Festival Fringe - will be held in the capital of Scotland. The streets of the city will turn into one large platform for performances, and artists from all over the world will come to present creative performances to the audience.
Tickets for performances can be purchased on the festival’s official website by selecting the genre and date you are interested in. Don't worry that you won't see everything. The atmosphere in Edinburgh during the Festival Fringe is already a reason to visit the city.
The Edinburgh Festival has been held for over 70 years and is still an annual cultural event has not lost any of its value.
3. Budapest, Hungary
- Air temperature: 19–26 °C.
- Visa: Schengen.
- Cost of living: from 853 rubles per night in a hostel.
- Cost of flights from Moscow and back: from 9,586 rubles.
Gergely Csatari / flickr.com From 7 to 13 August, one of the largest European music festivals, Sziget, will be held on Óbuda Island in the center of Budapest. The annual event attracts about half a million visitors from different parts of the world. Among the participants of the festival in 2019 are Ed Sheeran, Foo Fighters, Twenty One Pilots, Post Malone, Franz Ferdinand and many others. History of the international trumpet festival
August 28 at small town Buñol will host the annual battle of tomatoes - Tomatina (La Tomatina). More than 40,000 people will gather in the main square in the morning and wait for the sound of water cannons signaling the start of the celebration. Trucks filled to capacity with tomatoes will enter the city at a signal - and the battle will begin.
For a whole hour, local residents and guests of the city will have fun, throwing tomatoes at each other, until the second signal sounds.
Small Buñol is located just an hour from Valencia, so many tourists prefer to stay there, combining a visit to Tomatina with beach holiday on the Spanish coast.
In the summer, most working Russians and Europeans go on vacation. For those who choose a seaside holiday, August is the most popular month. The active sun is gradually losing ground, it is no longer hot, but the sea is well warmed up. All that remains is to decide , where to relax in August: in Russia or abroad.
Russian resorts
Common holiday destinations – The Azov and Black Seas, where it is clear and sunny in August. But resorts and health resorts are scattered throughout the country. Where is the best place to relax? It’s up to you to decide:
- amazes with natural beauty. Sometimes, when the sky is clear, a storm and strong wind can blow in. Mostly the weather is sunny, the water temperature is 27°.
- , where the sea blooms, attracts with low prices. Fishing on the Black Sea is popular, and there is a lot of entertainment for children.
- It is clear and warm, but sometimes there are night showers. Excursion holidays goes well with beach activities.
- The temperature of the Caspian Sea is 26-27°. You can swim until the end of September.
- Primorye is not the most comfortable holiday in terms of service, but all the inconveniences are compensated by the amazing beauty of nature.
For those who are wondering where to holiday abroad, we present the top countries that are in constant demand.
Vietnam
As a country for a beach holiday, Vietnam in August is not the best option. The sea coast remains at the mercy of rains with high humidity and air temperatures of 32-33°. However, tourists use low season vacation so that the trip is cheaper. You can choose a tour for 33,100 rubles. with departure from Moscow.
Where to go in August so that your holiday is not overshadowed by constant downpours?
It's not worth going to southern resorts, Where wet season in full swing. In the central part, heavy precipitation occurs in the last ten days. In early August it is warm and sunny here, night rains do not bother anyone. On the northern coast, the rainy season is nearing its end, there is more and more sun, and there are 10-11 rainy days per month.
Türkiye
Where to go on a seaside holiday in August to make it warm, beautiful and inexpensive? Of course, to Turkey! But keep in mind that in summer it is very hot here, and only at the end of August the heat subsides a little. There is basically no precipitation, the air temperature is 28-32°.
The best places to relax are the outskirts of Kemer, surrounded by mountains and coniferous forests. The Aegean Sea is traditionally cooler. The fresh sea wind, which noticeably becomes stronger closer to September, saves you from the heat. Temperature Aegean Sea 28°.
Entertainment: diving, boat trips, surfing. It's too hot for excursions, but night life is in full swing.
Emirates, Dubai
Only desperate extreme sports enthusiasts plan a holiday in the UAE in the summer. In August in Dubai, even at night it is 36°; during the day the air sometimes heats up to 50°. The sea, like fresh milk, is not refreshing even early in the morning. Sunbathing during the day is not recommended; you can get sunburned in a matter of minutes. Non-beach holidays take place in water parks, luxurious shopping centers, restaurants with air conditioning.
But you are vacationing abroad, and quite on a budget. In low season you can afford cheap holiday from 16,000 rub. for 6 nights.
Jordan
August in Jordan is hot – up to 38° during the daytime. At night the temperature drops sharply to 18-20°. The Red Sea is warmed up to 28°. The water is so clear that visibility reaches 50 meters, providing divers with a stunning underwater world.
Those who want to improve their health go to hospitals and spa hotels on the shore Dead Sea, where the water is 30°.
The holiday season in August is not very popular. A trip to Jordan for a week costs from 55,500 rubles. together with a companion.
China
The most popular resort in China is Hainan Island. But the weather in August resembles a game of roulette - you'll be lucky, you'll be unlucky. At the height of the wet season, the air temperature rises to 38°, at sea 30°. The coolness of the night – 22° – saves the day. Quite strong typhoons occur when swimming in the sea is prohibited.
You can hide from the heat on mountain hikes. Tourists go to thermal springs, take medical procedures, and admire the lush vegetation. In the evenings, light shows and discos are organized for them until the morning.
In August, hotels reduce prices, and you can relax together for 61,000 rubles if you fly from Moscow.
Bali
You can relax comfortably in Bali in August. The ocean is calm, 27-28°. The scorching heat is receding, the air temperature is 30-32°. The dry season is coming to an end; light precipitation occurs at night and does not spoil the rest.
Newlyweds come here on Honeymoon. Tourists spend time on the sandy beaches of the island, walk through flowering gardens and parks, explore ancient sights, and take part in folklore festivals.
Faraway foreign countries are not affordable for everyone. To go on vacation for a week, you will have to shell out at least 178,000 rubles. for two.
Thailand
Where to have an inexpensive holiday in August is in Thailand. During the low rainy season, you can fly to Asia relatively cheaply - from 53,150 rubles. for two. Prices in restaurants, spas and stores are being reduced.
Stuffiness, sticky heat and rain will become your companions on the trip. In the air 32-33°, in the sea 29-30°. The most rain falls in the north of the country, including Pattaya. It is better to relax on the coast and where there are only 4-5 rainy days per month.
Egypt
Egypt will happily welcome you at sea in August without a visa. The main problem is the heat, which lasts until mid-September. Even in water it is 32°, but the air heats up to 38°. But in a dry climate, the heat is more easily tolerated than in Turkey.
Tourists are attracted by the complete absence of rain, beauty underwater world, excellent conditions for diving. Affordability plays a significant role. In August, you are guaranteed a budget holiday for 30-40 thousand rubles. for two.
India
August is not the best time to visit India. The country is in the grip of monsoons, tropical downpours, and stormy winds. The humidity is so high that even with a heat of 34-35°, the water does not have time to evaporate before a new downpour begins.
It rains every day in Goa. Considered the driest West Coast, where there are 6-7 wet days per month. The sky is covered with clouds most of the time, but you can get sunburned even in cloudy weather. The sea has high waves, the water is dirty and cloudy after storms.
It makes sense to come for treatment to medical centers, which reduce prices during the low season. You can fly to India in August for 36,000 rubles.
Israel
Fans of scuba diving, surfing and others can afford to fly to the sea to Israel at the height of the heat. aquatic species sports The warm sea allows you to splash around in it all day long, especially since the 40-degree heat is not conducive to excursions.
All establishments, including public transport, equipped with air conditioning. Guests are greeted with delicious food and live entertainment. Medical procedures at the Dead Sea resorts are in demand.
Tours to Israel are not cheap - from 109,000 rubles. for two.
Cyprus
Where to go abroad in August to relax comfortably and inexpensively? Experienced tourists advise flying to Cyprus. The temperature of water and air is approximately the same - 30-31°. The sea is calm cleanest beaches marked with the Blue Flag.
In addition to a beach holiday, there is an opportunity to have an interesting vacation:
- are being organized;
- you can travel around the island by car;
- Cyprus - homeland ancient civilization, it is worth visiting historical monuments;
- tourists are entertained with concerts, holidays, and festivals.
There are no problems with the visa; it is issued at the airport of arrival. The cost of a trip for two is from 55,000 rubles.
Sri Lanka
In August, the sky over the island is clear of clouds; there are no more than 10 rainy days for the entire month. Although the air temperature remains at 29°, high humidity makes itself felt. Dusk comes early, the sun shines 6 hours a day.
Beach holidays in August are not possible at all resorts. The water in the ocean is warmed up to 28°, but with high waves and strong gusty winds it is unsafe to swim. It is better to fly to the northern coast, where the ocean is calmer and the swimming area is separated from the big water by reefs.
A week of vacation abroad will cost from 40,000 rubles.
Cuba
August is the hottest month in Cuba. The average air temperature is about 32°, but the thermometer can jump to 40°. Add to this daily rains, high humidity, a sea that is not too clean after a storm and hordes of mosquitoes.
If water activities are not available, all that remains is shopping, sitting in a cafe with a cigar and a glass of rum, nightclubs and dancing until the morning.
A tour for two costs from 90,600 rubles. with breakfast.
Dominican Republic
The August weather in the Dominican Republic can scare away even the most persistent tourist. The season of rain and hurricanes is coming to the country. There is no escape from the stuffiness either day or night. Even a modest night temperature of 23° is perceived as stifling heat. During the day at 32° there is practically nothing to breathe. It rains several times a day, and thunderstorms are common in the evening.
The brave men who dared long trip, make the most of the early morning hours. Sea fishing, diving, windsurfing, snorkeling - this is not a complete list of sea activities.
Last minute all-inclusive packages are available from RUB 45,000.
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Maldives
The best countries for holidays in summer are frightening with showers and storms. In the Maldives, the wet season ends in August. It rains less and less, and they are short-lived. In the air during the day 29-30°, in the sea 28-29°.
Beautiful nature, snow-white beaches, the turquoise sea attracts tourists from all over the planet. The newlyweds come to Honeymoon to spend on the island better days your life, and at the same time arrange a photo shoot. National holidays enhance the impression tasty food and the hospitality of the local residents.
Last minute tours departing from Moscow cost from 48,000 rubles.
Philippines
Exotic countries attract curious tourists. August in the Philippines is capricious and fickle, as it should be during the rainy season. The rain can pour in at any moment and in a matter of seconds you will be soaked to the skin. Local residents don’t pay attention to him and don’t even try to open their umbrellas; they’ll still get wet.
After a downpour, a clearing appears in the sky, and tourists rush to the beach together. There they find a muddy, restless sea, which clears only a couple of days after the storm. To avoid wasting your vacation time, join a tour group and climb to the top of the volcano.
Prices for the tour start from 67,000 rubles. per person.
Abkhazia
If you are interested visa-free countries, know that you can go to Abkhazia even without a passport. Among the advantages:
- comfortable air temperature – 28°;
- very clear sea 25-26°;
- Russian rubles are in use;
- there is no language barrier.
The service does not reach European standards, but the natural beauty and local hospitality will be remembered for a long time.
Where to go? Sandy beaches, beautiful, hot spring 40 km from the capital and quiet, sparsely populated villages - it’s hard to say where it’s better to relax. Country of Souls will not disappoint you.
At the same time, the question of where to go to the sea inexpensively is automatically resolved. A trip to Abkhazia can be bought for 18-20 thousand rubles.
Georgia
Russian tourists have always enjoyed traveling to Georgia. Despite the shortcomings in service, chaos on the roads and widespread smoking, the country remains attractive for tourism largely due to low prices. A 10-day tour costs from 27,000 rubles. per person. Where is it cheaper? Only in Abkhazia.
In August the weather is hot and sunny. The average temperature is 27°, but the thermometer sometimes jumps to 39-40°. At night it gets cold to 18°, at sea 27°.
Currently, Georgia is closed to Russian tourists.
Mexico
August in Mexico is far from the best option for a vacation. Although the peak of heavy rainfall has passed, the risk of hurricanes and heavy tropical downpours remains high. Nevertheless, many tourists remain satisfied with their vacation. Severe cyclones occur mainly in the Caribbean. On the coast Pacific Ocean bad weather is limited to strong winds. Clouds of sand and dust in the air are not very pleasant, but local winds do not have destructive power. In the air 33°, in the ocean 27-30°.
Mexico is a fusion of luxurious beaches, fantastic nature and rich culture. In any bad weather, tourists will find something to do, be it leisure on the water or visiting historical monuments.
Price beach tour– from 93,000 rub.
Korea
August is traditionally expected to be hot and rainy in South Korea. The sea is warmed up to 27°, in the air 28-30°. Rains with thunderstorms, storms and typhoons are not uncommon. The shore has to be cleaned more often than usual, so in August all well-maintained beaches become payable.
A popular water activity is diving. Tourists can see thickets of soft corals, rich flora and fauna. The main thing is to have good visibility.
Other entertainment options include golf, baseball, hot springs, a sand and sea festival, and Buddhist temples. A week of rest will cost one person at least 51,300 rubles.
Whatever country you vacation in, take into account the climate and the capabilities of your body.
In August, many tourists European countries Traditionally people want to relax by the sea. Many families travel abroad with children, so the tourist flow is popular resorts simply huge. To make your vacation a success, experts recommend planning your trip in advance.Where to relax abroad in August 2017 inexpensively? Beach holiday at popular seaside resorts with detailed descriptions and photos will help you decide on the choice of destination.
Holidays on the beaches of the Baltic Sea in August 2017
Tourist trip to the Baltics on the Baltic Sea coast in August - one of the most best options for a fun time with the whole family. Holidays in the city of Palanga, which is located 300 kilometers from Vilnius, are especially popular among tourists. The length of Palanga's sandy beaches is about 20 kilometers. The entire coast is strewn with pine groves, endless sand dunes, resulting in a superb pine aroma mixed with the fresh sea breeze.
August in Palanga is guaranteed to be successful, since there is no summer heat in these parts. Mild and warm weather will always be combined with evening coolness and sea freshness. Such a beneficial and gentle climate is considered by many to be simply ideal for inexpensive holiday with children at sea abroad.
A tourist trip to the Baltics on the Baltic Sea coast in August is one of the best options for a family holiday
Arriving on vacation in the Lithuanian town of Palanga, a tourist will not be bored. Here are just some of the popular entertainment for tourists, namely:
- bicycle and hiking among the pine forest;
- exciting promenades around local attractions;
- evening relaxation on the seashore to the live sound of a jazz orchestra;
- walks with children along the shore in the local botanical garden;
- feeding tame squirrels and swans in the central park;
- rides on attractions;
- taking therapeutic baths and peat mud.
Palanga is the largest resort where you can treat the musculoskeletal system, bronchopulmonary system, and gynecological diseases.
We invite you to watch a video about a seaside holiday in Palanga:
Holidays in Latvia in August 2017 on the picturesque coast of the Baltic Sea will appeal to tourists with different tastes and preferences. You are guaranteed to never get bored, because Latvian resorts will offer a lot of different entertainment and excursions to local attractions. Beach lovers can enjoy the stunning, tranquil coastline. For active travelers you can choose one of extreme species sports that will cause a surge of adrenaline.
The most popular beaches are located in Jurmala and off the coast of the Gulf of Riga. Even discerning tourists will be able to have a great rest, enjoying:
- first-class service in 5 star hotels;
- pleasant treatments in local health resorts and sanatoriums;
- relaxation in the largest water park in Europe.
In addition to the sea, you can take a walk to numerous freshwater lakes, swim in mineral spring, which will return the tired body to its former strength. Fans of medieval architecture will not get tired of looking at architectural monuments and taking pictures with them. A stroll through the small shops will allow you to choose a magnificent amber souvenir.
We invite you to watch a video about a holiday in Latvia on the beautiful sea coast:
Still thinking where to relax abroad in August 2017 inexpensively? Beach holiday on the Baltic Sea - this is the best option. Great weather, no sweltering heat, pine groves, lots of entertainment, quiet beaches– all this is a fraction of what awaits a tourist in the hospitable and vibrant Baltics!
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August is considered the most popular holiday month for Russians. The fact is that during this period there are vacations for adults and vacations for children. To buy a tour (regular, not last minute) for this month, you need to book it 1-2 months in advance. And the best time to buy it is in the spring, when the early booking promotion is in effect.
When choosing where to go on vacation in August, be sure to keep in mind that in most southern countries It's very hot. This also applies to southern Europe. If you do not tolerate hot climates well, then choose directions to the north, closer to cool seas, for example: the Black, Adriatic or Baltic.
The best beach holiday at the end of summer
The best place to lie on the beach or swim in the warm sea in August is on the shores of Bulgaria, Montenegro or Croatia. A tour to Greece - to the islands of Rhodes and Corfu will be interesting and successful: these islands have a large number of comfortable beaches. Moreover, if you prefer a quiet and relaxing type of holiday on the beach, then buy tours to Lindos and Colombia, and if you like a busy beach, you need to relax in Faliraki. Nature lovers will enjoy the beautiful landscapes of Corfu. This is a real pearl of the Ionian Sea.
For lovers of various entertainments, we can advise you to go on holiday to Spain, especially to its northern part. It is at the end of summer that the various types holidays and all kinds of festivals. In addition, this is where the famous sandy beaches are located.
French Riviera: Nice, St. Tropez, Cannes – the best place holidays in August 2020. These resorts are famous for all the delights of nature: mild climate, sandy beaches, environmentally friendly air. In addition, excursion and hotel infrastructure is developed here and various excursions to neighboring countries are organized.
Where else can beach lovers relax in August?
You can have a pleasant holiday by purchasing a tour to Italy. The best places to travel are the Ligurian and Venetian coasts. At these resorts on the last day of summer there is no longer any sweltering heat, and the clear waters of the sea are still quite warm. The magnificent landscapes of these areas will surprise you with their splendor and will be remembered for the rest of your life. If you want not only to relax, but also to improve your health, then the thermal springs of Ischia will help make your dream come true. If you are relaxing with a friendly and cheerful company, then a trip to the islands - Malta or Cyprus - is suitable for you. Here you will have a great holiday in one of large quantity clubs, discos, dance floors. For those who are prescribed a mild climate, we can advise you to buy a trip to Turkey, namely on the Aegean coast: Marmaris, Bodrum, Kusadasi. In addition, the cost of tours here is lower than in the popular Antalya.
Vacations at the end of summer in Russia never lose their relevance - Sochi, Tuapse, Adler are familiar to everyone since the times of the USSR. There are many kilometers of beaches here, landscaped according to European standards. Anyone who wants to combine relaxation with treatment can improve their health in Matsesta using local mineral water. There are hotels with a high level of service. Also popular tours in August can be tours to balneological resorts Karelia or Moscow region.
Let's go to Scandinavia
We also recommend traveling to Scandinavian countries in August: this month is the warmest and most favorable here. In addition, it is during this period that there is an abundance of berries and mushrooms. Interesting options in August there may be France, the Czech Republic, Germany, Slovakia, and for those who love unusual tours, we can recommend a holiday in Chile, Cuba, Peru or Venezuela. You will be able to evaluate famous beaches Rio De Janeiro, admire the magnificent Iguazu Falls and the coral reefs of Cuba. In Mexico you will be introduced to the heritage of the Mayan Indians, in Peru - with the heritage ancient empire of this country. In Argentina, it will be interesting to watch the snow-capped volcanoes of the majestic mountains.
Holidays and festivals
Holiday lovers can be advised to go to Croatia, Canada, Thailand, Tunisia, India, Turkey at the end of summer to catch one of the local state or folk holidays.
Every year in the last month of summer, an international sand sculpture festival is held on the beach of the Belgian city of Zeebrugge. And in Brussels, the Flower Carpet festival takes place in the central square. We recommend going to the famous jazz festival in Eilat (Israel). Only once a year (August 1st) you can visit the numerous Venetian forts in the vicinity of Venice, closed to the public, built in the 16th and 17th centuries.
Any vacation option can be selected, taking into account your wishes, on our website, using a special search engine that selects a tour based on several parameters. Only current prices, unlike other travel sites!
Volga region
A very economical and cool option for relaxation. The Volga expanses occupy a huge territory, comparable to the size of some states.
Wherever you go - up the Volga or down - you will in any case meet interesting city with some oddity. Nizhny Novgorod with its unique topography, Kazan with its amazing combination of two cultures, Samara with its charming embankment, Volgograd with its memorial and museum complex. You can also visit Ulyanovsk, the homeland of Lenin’s grandfather, or Astrakhan, the homeland of those very watermelons that fill the shelves of all domestic markets and supermarkets.
In August, comfortable weather sets in on the banks of the Volga. And if it’s a little hotter near the Caspian Sea, then in other regions it’s almost like paradise: summer is already leaving, but, like a polite person, it wants to leave a good memory of itself - and gives fine, but not hot days. You can relax on the beaches, go hunting and fishing, walk along the cozy streets of Volga region cities and get acquainted with their history. Many local places are associated with the activities of great writers, artists and statesmen, so in the Volga region everything is in order not only with a beach holiday, but also with a cultural one.
Where to stay:
Krasnodar region
No matter how strong our desire to compose original list, but the brand “Resorts of the Krasnodar Territory” is so oppressive with its authority that we are simply forced to give in to its onslaught. And you can go to the Black Sea all summer, not only in August. Average daytime temperature The air here in the last summer month stays at +27 °C, and the water warms up to +25 °C. It is better to sunbathe in the morning, because by noon the air smells of fried heat. And we're not just talking about delicious treats in the cafe - it's just getting a little hot.
If you are going on vacation to the Black Sea with children, we recommend choosing not large resorts, but the villages surrounding them. There are a little fewer tourists there, but overall it’s quieter and calmer. Moreover, in such places, housing is rented mainly in the private sector - you can find a peaceful place.
Since the heat on the Black Sea in August has not yet subsided, holidays here are mainly of a beach nature. It’s not very comfortable to go on excursions in such weather, but if you catch a cool day, it’s still worth going to explore the local beauties. Climb into a cave, walk through a botanical garden, or go to local winemakers to taste their products.
Where to relax:
Abkhazia
This region miraculously intertwines clear seas, bright sun, natural beauty and historical attractions. Added to all this is the local flavor, which is created, among other things, by the owners of Abkhaz guest houses and other accommodation on the coast. They will do everything for you: they will provide you with accommodation, tell you where to go, and introduce you to the local cuisine. And the treats here are special, you won’t find them in other parts of the world: excellent wine, cheeses, meat dishes, a whole scattering of fruits, tea from local plantations and much more.
As for the beaches and the sea, here they are almost everywhere clean, no matter which Abkhaz resort you go to - Gagra, Pitsunda or Sukhum. The beaches are pebbly and sandy, for the most part well equipped, but there are also wild inclusions. All this is combined with ancient monuments created during antiquity and the Middle Ages. For example, the Kelasur wall, stretching for more than 150 kilometers, or the ruins of the fortress on Mount Satanjo, or ancient fortifications on the Aysra ridge. You can often find religious buildings, among which we note the Patriarchal Cathedral in Pitsunda.
Crimea
Crimea is good because you can rent housing here almost along the entire coast, within walking distance from the sea. And this applies to almost every resort. You have a choice of comfortable mini-hotels, comfortable guest houses and other options in the private sector. It makes sense to stay in small villages, where, compared to large and well-known resorts, a holiday in August will be cheaper.
On east coast Sudak and Feodosia stand out in Crimea. The beaches here are sand and pebbles, and the mountains gradually become steppe. If you want to windsurf, you can go to Cape Kazantip. And if you are attracted by ancient buildings, it is worth checking out the Genoese fortress in Sudak.
The southern coast of Crimea is the most famous and, one might say, promoted. However, not in vain. Alushta, Gaspra and Gurzuf have good infrastructure, tailored specifically for tourists. In the western part of the peninsula, Evpatoria stands apart, which is well suited for families with children. In general, the west coast is cheaper than others, favorable price you can always find it here, including in August.
For a holiday on Lake Baikal, tourists mainly choose settlements Slyudyanka, Listvyanka, Chivyrkuisky Bay and Olkhon Island. Another option is to stay in Irkutsk (from which you need to get to the lake) or in Baikalsk, located directly on the shore.
You can swim in the lake until the end of summer, but in many places the water is cold, so we recommend bays and bays (Chivirkuysky, Mukhor, Barguzinsky), where the water temperature reaches +20 °C. However, even if the conditions for swimming are not very good, the surrounding beauty will still not go away. Baikal is entangled on all sides mountain ranges and forests that will provide you with a lot of impressions and an excellent set of memorable photographs.
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