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Where to go to rest on the February holidays. Crimean holidays

The most popular travel routes for Russians on February 23 were St. Petersburg and Sochi. These are the conclusions reached by experts of the travel service, having studied the sales of railway and air tickets for the February holidays.

Top sellers on the railway

It turned out that Muscovites most often bought tickets for trains to St. Petersburg, Kazan, Nizhny Novgorod, Minsk and Yaroslavl. At the same time, the Moscow - St. Petersburg route is the absolute leader: it accounts for almost a third of all tickets issued on Tutu.ru.

According to the service, in February, the average cost of train tickets from Moscow increased from 15 percent (to St. Petersburg) to 50 percent (to Nizhny Novgorod).

Overseas destinations

While the fare is railroad within Russia has increased, tickets for trains going abroad have become more affordable. In particular, tickets to european capitals and the countries of the near abroad on February 23 could be purchased at about 40 percent cheaper than their average cost.

Tallinn, Helsinki and Riga are among the top three European cities. The most demanded in the segment of the near abroad were Minsk, Brest and Kiev.

Air travel

Air ticket sales for February 22-26 showed that residents of the capital chose cities such as Sochi, St. Petersburg, Mineral water, Simferopol and Krasnodar. In addition, the first "twenty" routes for air travel included foreign capitals - Chisinau and Prague.

The number of purchased tickets to Prague remained approximately at the same level as in 2016, although the tickets themselves have risen in price by an average of 25 percent. The rise in popularity of Chisinau, on the contrary, is accompanied by a 25% reduction in prices.

Compared to 2016, experts from Tutu.ru note a significant increase in demand for air tickets in February - by about 40-50 percent. In their opinion, this is due, among other things, to the spread of online sales of air tickets, a decrease in prices in a number of areas and the strengthening of the ruble.

According to the momondo international travel metasearch, there is a demand among independent tourists from Russia for travel for the February holidays in 2017.

Compared to last year, when the demand for travel among Russians was low, this year has seen a record growth. The interest of Russians in foreign travel is growing especially actively, which is primarily due to the strengthening of the ruble and the decline in exchange rates, as well as to the presence of long weekends.

Irina Ryabovol, a spokesperson for momondo in Russia, told momondo that international flights during the February holidays increased by 303 percent year-on-year, and domestic flights by 135 percent. 31 percent of Russians are planning to travel on Defender of the Fatherland Day across the expanses of the Motherland in 2017, 69 percent will go abroad.

This year, Defender of the Fatherland Day falls on Friday, which means that there are 3 days off ahead of us. And if you add half of the previous day to them, you can go on a full-fledged journey, especially considering that February is not the most tourist month, and the prices for air tickets and hotels are an order of magnitude lower than during the January holidays. We figured out where to spend a cheap February weekend.

Baku, Azerbaijan

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Once the capital of Azerbaijan was compared to Paris, and now, thanks to skyscrapers, Baku resembles Dubai. Despite the urbanization, the city does not lose its flavor: historical fortresses, palaces and mosques have been preserved here.

In four days in Baku, you can get acquainted with its main attractions: the palace of the Shirvanshahs, the Maiden Tower, built of black stone and, of course, real oriental bazaars.

Price
Weather: at the end of February, it is quite warm in the capital of Azerbaijan. average temperature air is +8 ... +14 ° C
Visa: not required for travel up to 90 days

Brussels, Belgium

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If you have a multiple entry Schengen visa, you can travel to Brussels. Four days for a walk around the capital of Belgium and the European Union, you will have enough head: you can have time to see the main sights and taste the main beers in local pubs.

If you wish, you can get from Brussels in a few hours to Paris, Bruges, located just an hour and a half from the capital.

Price: flight + hotel (from 22 to 25 February) from
Visa: Schengen
Weather: average daytime temperature +6 ... +10 ° C

Vilnius, Lithuania

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The Baltic capitals have been called the cheapest tourist cities in Europe for several years now. Vilnius is perhaps the ideal option for a short and budget trip.

In Vilnius, be sure to stroll through the narrow streets of the Old Town and the Užupisu Artists' District, visit the KGB Museum and the Church of St. Anne. You can also go to the town of Trakai, located under the capital, where the medieval castle of the same name is located.

Price: flight + hotel (from 22 to 25 February) from
Visa: Schengen
Weather: Unlike Brussels and Baku, Vilnius is still cool in February. The average daytime temperature is −2 ... +2 ° C

Staraya Russa, Russia

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If your travel budget is limited, you can spend a long vacation in Russia. For example, in Staraya Russa, a small town in the Novgorod region, founded in the XII century. A huge number of legends are associated with it, for example, there is a version that it was Staraya Russa that gave the name to all of Russia and that this place was the birthplace of Rurik.

The city was once the center of Russian salt production. Natural mineral fountains of salt water that gush out from under the ground remind of this fishery. At one time, Dostoevsky came to local resorts to rest: the house where he worked on "The Brothers Karamazov" has now been turned into a museum.

Price: train ticket on the round-trip route - from, accommodation - from for a double room for three nights.
Visa: need not
Weather: at the end of February from −6 to −1 ° C

Magnitogorsk, Russia

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With the end of winter, the ski season is nearing the end, so if you have not yet dashed off snowboarding and skiing, then there is an opportunity to spend several days on the slope. Inexpensive ski vacation can be found in Magnitogorsk. In addition to skiing, you can go snowmobiling and ice skating here.

Price: round-trip flight from, accommodation - from for a double room for three nights.
Visa: need not
Weather: average temperature from −10 to −5 ° C

* Prices for flights and accommodation are indicated at the time of writing. The cost indicated in the material and the final price may differ.

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The four-day vacation in February this year is a nice bonus to the vacation, experts say.

Fly in - cheaper

February is also the lowest season when you can fly abroad or across Russia at minimal prices. Skyscanner.com has analyzed the top 5 destinations for practical travelers to plan their short-term vacations.

Flights for most popular destinations have fallen in price by 20-30% compared to February last year. The cheapest routes are in Russia. The most accessible are St. Petersburg, Mineralnye Vody and Kazan.

To Peter - for donuts

Peter in February will probably greet you with not the most welcoming weather, but you can always hide from the Neva wind in restaurants, museums and theaters.

In St. Petersburg, with a budget of about 4 thousand rubles, you can walk along the Nevsky and Palace Square, catch the exhibition of works by the contemporary Belgian artist Jan Fabre in the Hermitage (it is just taking place these days), eat the famous donuts in the pyshechnaya on Bolshaya Konyushennaya. And if you get tired of walking, go to the Mariinsky Theater.

In Mineralnye Vody - for the baths

Mineralnye Vody, namely the resorts of Pyatigorsk, Kislovodsk, Zheleznovodsk and Essentuki are ideal for health improvement. Most successful for winter holiday Kislovodsk is considered, with its famous water in the Narzan Gallery, you can also take narzan baths.

Book a sanatorium and, of course, go for a walk. The air in the resorts is healthy in February, and the mountains are beautiful at any time of the year. It is also convenient to get to Elbrus from Minvod.

To Kazan - for the chak-chak

Kazan is the capital of one of the most interesting Russian republics. This beautiful city celebrated its millennium with the Kul-Sharif mosque and the famous Kazan Kremlin in 2005. Walking around the city, visiting sights can be combined with tasting of national cuisine. Only here you will find the most delicious chak-chak in the country. Meat dishes - most often lamb - are also excellently prepared.

More usual vacation destinations like Sochi will not cost much more - about 5 thousand rubles in both directions. But Simferopol and Kaliningrad have risen in price compared to last year.

To near and far

Recently, flights to neighboring countries have become increasingly popular, where for a budget of 6 to 12 thousand rubles you can touch the richest cultural heritage Armenia, Azerbaijan or Central Asia.

Wondering where to relax at the end of winter without long flights? Go to Europe! Find out where to go in February 2020. We will tell you where it is warm and inexpensive, which festivals and places to visit, how much tours, hotel tickets cost.

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Weather.Austria is warmer in February than Russia. During the day, +3 ... + 5 ° С, and at night up to −2 ° С. The Danube flows through the city, so the cold is felt more strongly. For walks, dress in winter - warm jacket, hat and gloves.

Things to do.In February, there are few tourists, and there are no queues at the ticket offices: go to, take a sightseeing bus tour, admire the beautiful Schönbrunn Castle. Pop into cozy cafes and sample the famous Viennese strudel. At the end of the month, the grand Viennese Ball is held - a celebration when the whole city dances.

Prices.Minimum price for a tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights - 48,000 rubles. Double Room in a budget hotel in the city center costs from 45-55 €. Round-trip tickets from Moscow - from 7300 rubles.

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Weather.Sweden's largest city confirms that the weather in Europe is unstable in February. Swedish winter is not like ours. The temperature ranges from −1 ° С to −6 ° С. The number of sunny and cloudy days is almost the same.

Things to do.Stockholm is one of the places to have a good holiday in Europe in February. Visit the ABBA Museum, the Aquaria Water Museum and near ancient castles and palaces. Descend into the Stockholm Metro, admire the work of Swedish sculptors, painters and discover true masterpieces of the underground. Experience the atmosphere of the Middle Ages that prevails on the islands of Gamla Stan

Prices.The capital of Sweden is one of the most expensive holiday cities in Europe in February. The minimum tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights will cost 80,000 rubles. Double room in a budget hotel - from 50 €. Tickets for a direct round-trip flight from Moscow cost from 8500 rubles.

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Weather.Where to go to Europe in February to get the most out of it? At the end of winter, the weather in Lisbon is truly spring. In the afternoon, the thermometer rises to + 15 ° C. Half a month are sunny days. Bring a light jacket, warm sweater and comfortable sports shoes on the road.

Things to do.At the end of winter, a cheerful holiday of carnivals takes place in all cities of the country. Go to Maritime museum, go up to the castle of St. George. Admire the beautiful neighborhoods from the height of the Santa Justa ski lift. Enjoy a pleasant evening tasting different types of port.

Prices.For a tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights, you need to pay from 76,000 rubles. A double room in an inexpensive hotel costs 35-40 €. Flight with a transfer from Moscow to Lisbon - from 11 thousand rubles.

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Weather.Hungary has a temperate climate. During the day, the temperature rises to +3 ... + 5 ° С, and at night it drops to zero. Towards the end of the month, the onset of early spring is felt - the first flowers bloom, green leaves cut through. An autumn jacket and a warm hat are suitable for walking.

Things to do.If you want to have a good time in Europe in February, take a look at the sights of Budapest. Climb up to To the royal palace by funicular. Explore the facades of ancient buildings with river tram... Visit the National Gallery. Relax in the hot springs and baths.

Prices.Unlike other European cities, you can have a very inexpensive vacation in Budapest in February. A tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights costs from 42,000 rubles. For a double room in a cheap hotel near the metro, they charge from 25 €. A direct round-trip flight from Moscow is also budgetary - from 6 thousand rubles.

Weather.At the end of winter, due to humidity and winds from the sea, it is cool in the city. Daytime temperature + 8 ° С, and at night -2 ° С. If you want to walk around the city all day long, bring a warm jacket, umbrella and waterproof shoes.

Things to do.Oddly enough, Amsterdam loves to celebrate Chinese new Year... For colorful parades, fireworks, firecrackers, dragons and lions, head to the historic Zeedijkio quarter and Damba Square. While relaxing, go ice skating and sample local cuisine such as herring burgers, sauerkraut potatoes and tasty bitterballen meatballs.

Prices.The Netherlands sells some of the most expensive tours to Europe in February. The minimum price for a package for two for 7 nights from Moscow is 110 thousand rubles. A double room in a hotel in the city center costs from 60-65 €. Tickets from the capital of Russia are also not cheap - from 10,500 rubles in both directions with a transfer, from 12,000 - a direct flight.

Weather.Where is it warmer in Europe in February? Of course, on the shore Mediterranean Sea! The average temperature in Split is + 10 ° С. Many people come here to enjoy the warmth of the sun and the first greenery without the crowds of tourists.

Things to do.In early February, the city hosts the colorful Croatian Carnival. Walk through the historic part of Split - see the remains of Diocletian's Palace, the amphitheater and peristyle from the times Ancient Rome... Taste the delicious fish dishes expertly prepared in the restaurants on the Riva Promenade.

Prices.A tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights costs 86,000 rubles. Double room in the hotel - 20-25 €. Flight prices are high - from 18,000 rubles in both directions from Moscow. It is much cheaper to fly to Zagreb (from 11 thousand rubles), and then get to Split by bus.

Weather.The residents of Riga are convinced that the February weather is the most severe of the year. The temperature ranges from −7 ° С to −2 ° С. Sometimes in the daytime it gets warmer up to +5 ... + 7 ° С, and tourists rejoice at the complete calmness and the sun. Of precipitation for the end of winter, snow and rain are typical.

Things to do.See medieval buildings in Old Riga Hear the organ at the Dome While on holiday with children, visit the circus, puppet theater and zoo.

Prices.Latvia is a country where you can fly to Europe inexpensively in February. A tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights costs 33,000 rubles. Double room in a budget hotel - 20 €. The cost of tickets is pleasant - only from 6300 rubles from Moscow in both directions without transfers.

Things to do.In the low season, the city lives half-heartedly. The sea is too cold for swimming and the beaches are empty. This is a great time for walks and excursions. Visit inside the fortress walls, go trekking along the picturesque Budva Riviera and take a trip to national park Lovchen. Try Montenegrin cuisine - stewed lamb with garnish, fish delicacies and salads with feta cheese.

Prices.A tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights costs from 62,000 rubles. Accommodation is cheap - a double room in a budget hotel will cost 11-15 €. Ticket prices are also encouraging - you can fly from Moscow to Tivat and back for 5500 rubles without transfers! However, you need to get to Budva by bus or taxi.

Weather.In February at the resort during the daytime it can be up to +4 ... + 9 ° С, and at night it freezes. The weather, as elsewhere in Europe, is changeable. After a week of sun, a string of cloudy days begins, so consider different clothes. A windproof jacket, thermal underwear and warm gloves will not be superfluous.

Things to do.Tourists come to Karlovy Vary all year round, and most of them are interested in mineral springs... Buy yourself a cup with a spout for drinking healing water and visit the Hot Spring Colonnade. Look at the old icons in the Peter and Paul Church Admire paintings by renowned artists at the Karlovy Vary Gallery Enjoy views of the city streets from the Diana Observation Tower

Prices.One of the places where you can get to Europe in February inexpensively is the Czech Republic. A tour to Karlovy Vary for two from Moscow for 7 nights will cost 43,000 rubles. A double room in a cheap hotel in the city center costs from 20 €. The cheapest tickets from Moscow and back from the airport "Pobeda" - from 8,000 rubles.

Weather.Looking for a place where it is warmer in winter? In Europe, February is very good in Bulgaria. During the day in Burgas, the thermometer rises to +11 ... + 15 ° С. Sea temperature + 16 ° С.

Things to do.Go to the Church of Cyril and Methodius. Take a walk in the park that runs along the sea. See the excavations of the ancient site of Akve Kalide and the ruins of the Rusokastro fortress. Visit the peacock farm

Prices.If you want to see Europe inexpensively in February, a trip to Burgas is a good choice... A tour for two from Moscow for 7 nights costs from 40 thousand rubles. A double room in a budget hotel can be rented from 15-20 €. A direct flight from Moscow and back will cost 11,500 rubles.

The new year has passed. There are still 2 months of winter left. But these will be tough months. How to spend them in order to have a little rest from snow, blizzard and cold weather? Let's figure out where you can go for the February 2017 holidays to relax. Basically, you can stay at home and spend time in front of the TV. But will there be any benefit from this? So let's have a better rest, before the long summer season!

From the harsh winter to the warm sand.
Yes, in February you can not only bask near the battery, but also bask in the sun, lying on the sand. Where is this possible? For example, in Goa! This is the closest resort to our country, and at the same time it is cheap. Goa will greet you with warm sun, air temperature up to +35 degrees and gentle sea.
There are other destinations where it is as warm as in Goa. True, these places are far from our country, and a trip to them is quite expensive. But still, we will tell you which countries they are.

Firstly, this is the Maldives, which are beautiful at any time of the year. Clear water, corals, houses on the coast and even in the ocean! The Maldives is a holiday paradise.
The Maldives and Seychelles are in no way inferior. The islands are just as beautiful. Same clear water, palm trees on the shore and constant sun. White sand and it's all crazy. When you visit the Seychelles, you will want to stay here forever.

Excursions in February.
In Europe, the last month of winter is not so cold. In some countries, even freezing temperatures and cities "come to life". It is in February that it is best to go to Europe for excursions. For example, you can go to Italy to Rome or Milan. Naples will also welcome you with warmth.
If you prefer "old" Europe, then visit the Czech Republic and in particular Prague. At this time of the year, it just "thaws" from winter and becomes amazingly beautiful.

But it is better not to go to Austria, France and other ski countries and resorts. Ski enthusiasts are just ending their season and are eager to skate for the whole summer. Therefore, all resorts in these countries will be packed with tourists with skis.

Where to go to improve your health?
Winter is coming to an end. You are tired, your body needs vitamins and rest. It's time for you to visit Israel or Jordan! In these countries, there is a huge number of spa salons, medical hotels and there is a Dead Sea that heals!