Where to go to the sea in May June. Holidays in Russia in May

The first half of May, thanks to long holidays, is traditionally in great demand - and therefore travel during this period should be booked in advance; It is also necessary to take into account that the cost of travel in May is slightly higher. In the last month of spring, warm, comfortable weather sets in at resorts in many countries; there is plenty to choose from - which means you have the opportunity to make your vacation more varied and interesting.

Beach resorts

Hot weather sets in in May at resorts; the sea warms up to an average of +24°C. Air and water temperatures are ideal for a beach holiday, but stuffiness and hot sun can interfere with a comfortable excursion holiday or safari.

Do not forget that the cost of cruises - compared to traditional excursion routes - is quite high; However, a sea voyage will give you wonderful memories and a unique experience, so you should do it at least once in your life. Sea cruises on average last at least a week, but if you have fewer days, you can choose a short route connecting, for example,

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So, vacation in May: we are looking for where to go and finding out how much it costs. Where to relax during the short weekend from 1st to 5th? We tell you - you plan!

May means the May holidays, and therefore a suitable period for another trip to the summer. Of course, a seaside holiday in May in the vastness of Russia can hardly be called a beach holiday, and therefore the resorts where you can go to relax and swim are located only within flight distance.

There is no need to explain that a beach holiday in May is a popular idea, and therefore you should buy a tour or air tickets in advance. To explore all possible offers from tour operators and compare prices for tours, take a look at:

These are ours faithful helpers in organizing budget travel :) As well as 10 rules for buying a profitable tour. By the way, we have already selected a tour for May to Spain!

Where to relax in May at sea?

When thinking about where to go to the sea in May, you can still stop at Southeast Asia, in the warmth of the sea/ocean you can be one hundred percent sure:

• Thailand
• Vietnam (Nha Trang)
• Indonesia

Another thing is that the holidays are short, but getting there takes a long time. Option, rather, for a full vacation.

Therefore, let's look closer. Holidays abroad and in May are not excluded. European countries Oh. At the beginning of the month beach season opens at:

• Spain
• Italy
• Greece
• Tunisia
• and in Cyprus.

The bar on the thermometer can creep up to +25ºС…+28ºС, enough to sunbathe and cool off with a couple of cocktails. But even in these directions there is a catch - the water does not have time to warm up at the same pace and invigorates the daredevils who decide to take a plunge, +17ºС...+18ºС (except for Turkey and Cyprus, it is hotter there).

Where to spend a beach holiday in May 2019 to a) take a short flight, b) swim, and c) change your skin tone to golden? To choose from:

• Israel

The price is per person when purchasing a tour for two

Türkiye

For many of our compatriots, the answer to the question of where to go in May does not require much thought. Of course, Türkiye is one of the leaders in the tourism industry in both Europe and Asia.

Tours to Turkey in May are an opportunity to catch the opening of the season, when everything is ready to receive guests at sea, but there is still no heat and crowds of people. There is a drawback to this: swimming, except in the pool, will have to be postponed.

• Pros:

  Cons:

  The desire of individuals to profit from tourists

  Low water temperature, only in last days it heats up to +24ºС

UAE

Among the options for where to relax at sea in May, the UAE stands out. Firstly, because it’s abroad, but the flight is short (5 hours), and secondly, the temperatures there will make Turkey jealous in August.

It is better to fly to the Emirates in the first half of May. More precisely, I baked as early as possible in the hellish season, which begins in June. Imagine how the country is fried if at the beginning of May the air is +33°C and the water is +28°C.

Where to go? You can choose from skyscraper Dubai, bordering Sharjah, capital Abu Dhabi, budget Ras al Khaimah or slightly less hot, but “in the outskirts” - Fujairah.

• Pros

  Relatively inexpensive trips

  Sea - favorite fresh milk

  Royal dates, kebabs, jeep safaris and other Arabian flavor

  Cons

  – the weather is on the verge of “staying out of the hotel until 6 pm”

  – you will have to bring alcohol with you or purchase it in advance at a drink store

• Prices for holidays in May 2019 in the UAE - from 60,000 rubles for a week-long tour for two

Spain

One of the best countries for a holiday on the Mediterranean Sea. Holidays in Spain in May mean staying in an ever-cheerful and relaxed atmosphere during the day and wild entertainment in the evenings. And the sights of Barcelona, ​​Malaga and Valencia are especially impressive in the spring, when there is still no stuffiness and unbearable heat.

Beach holiday in May 2019, it can be organized in full force only in the Canary Islands (Tenerife, Gran Canaria), where the water temperature (+20℃) more or less allows for a plunge.

• Pros:

  Barcelona is one of the best cities in the world (in our opinion :))

  Affordable tour prices

  Wonderful weather for lots of walking

  Cons:

  Active thieves on the beaches

  Unheated sea

• The cost of tours for a week is from 50,000 rubles for two

Cyprus

Cyprus is the homeland of the goddess of love Aphrodite. It is not surprising that tourists fall under the romantic influence of privacy. Already in May, the sea in Cyprus is quite warm and comfortable; in the end the water warms up to +23ºС. There are both youth-oriented (Ayia Napa) and family-oriented resorts (Paphos).

Cyprus, like Türkiye, is the leader in the number of Russian holidaymakers located on local beaches. And all because there is almost no visa and an adequate price tag for tours.

• Pros:

  High level of service, safety

  Favorable climate, many sunny days

  Free visa issued online

  Cons:

  Inflated prices for food and alcohol

  To see the island you need to rent a car

• The cost of tours for a week is from 45,000 rubles for two

Greece

Our trip in June to Rhodes / In October - to Athens

The famous phrase “Greece has everything!” absolutely fair to its resorts. The country has many excellent places that offer visitors all the possibilities for a beach holiday.

In the southern part of the country (Crete, Rhodes, Kos) the weather is favorable for sun lovers and sunbathing on the beach - the air temperature is +21℃…+25℃. The second half of the month is especially comfortable for the trip, when the water warms up to +21.5℃.

• Pros:

  Cheap tours and flights from many Russian cities

  Clear sea (but you can swim at the end of May)

  Delicious local food (gyros, meze, salads) and products (cheeses, olives, butter, fruits)

  Cons:

• The cost of tours for a week is from 35,000 rubles for two

Italy

Our trip to Milan (Milan Cathedral + Gallery)

If you have not yet decided where to go on vacation in May, but do not want to fly far, the best choice is Italian resorts. Italy is a country that was created in order to spend an unforgettable vacation here. Millions of tourists come here to enjoy the picturesque nature and wealth of attractions!

It will definitely be warm in May, but the situation with sea swims is not completely clear. Only one thing is known - the sea reaches the required temperature fastest in Sicily, and the resort that is 100% suitable for water treatments is Ischia and others like it, with thermal springs.

• Pros:

  There are so many interesting places and regions that you can’t even visit them in 10 times.

  Pizzerias and gelaterias, wines and cheeses

  Great shopping

  Cons:

  Be careful, you might fall in love with the country

  Difficulties in obtaining a visa - Italians are mischievous and do not always approve of what they want

Tunisia

Tunisian ceramics

Tours to Tunisia in May delight tourists with their low cost. In the second half of the month it is already real summer here. In the south of the country, the sea water warms up to +21ºС…+22ºС, and beach holidays begin. Seasoned extreme sports enthusiasts go swimming, while everyone else enjoys the warm sun and Moorish exoticism ↓

• The cost of tours for a week is from 55,000 rubles for two

We went to the island of Nusa Penida (Indonesia)

Bali has a firmly established reputation as a “paradise island”. This is one of the most suitable holiday options abroad in May 2019 for those who love tropical nature with “wild” landscapes, elements and juicy fruits. Well, and of course, for those who want to get on the board (surfing)! It’s also cheap here (excluding flights), we lived in Bali for $20 a day for two!

• Pros:

  Good-natured local people (namely Balinese)

  Stunning sunsets by the ocean

  Cheap accommodation and food

  Rice fields, dozens of waterfalls and several volcanoes worth climbing!

  Cons:

  Chaotic traffic on the roads

  Lots of small (sometimes large) animals

  Seismic region

  The visiting Javanese are the “mafia”, it’s better not to conflict with them

Vietnam

Where to go to the sea in May to be like in Thailand? Unlike the latter, the tourist season in Vietnam starts closer to summer. Let us clarify that only in its central part – in Nha Trang, the city most developed by the Russians.

The weather is typical for Southeast Asia: the air temperature is stable at +30°C, the sea is heated to +29°C. It rains rarely (and that’s what you want).

You won’t get bored in Nha Trang - in addition to the beaches, the must-visit program includes islands, excursions to Hanoi and Dalat, and - the best of the best - the Vinpearl amusement park with a stunning cable car (Sochi was not close) .

• Pros

  Unusual dry season for Southeast Asia in May

  Every self-respecting (and money) salesman knows Russian

  Cool amusement park nearby

  Cons

• In 2019, Vietnam costs from 80,000 rubles for 10 nights for two. Holidays in May on an all-inclusive basis - already from 130 thousand

Israel

All beaches in Tel Aviv are free, but very well maintained - there are toilets, changing cabins, awnings

Israel in May is already real summer. Even in the Mediterranean Sea, the water temperature rises to +25ºС, and the water in the Dead Sea is +30ºС.

A beach holiday can be arranged in modern Tel Aviv - on Mediterranean coast, in tourist Eilat - on the Red Sea coast, and in slightly retired Ein Bokek - the most popular resort of the Dead Sea.

• Pros:

  Ideal weather conditions

  Bloom national parks and nature reserves

  No visa required

  Many locals speak Russian

  Cons:

  Shops/cafes/restaurants and public transport are closed from the second half of Friday until Saturday evening

  High prices for everything

• The cost of tours for a week is from 80,000 rubles for two

Where to go in Russia?

Climbed Rosa Khutor

Is it always necessary to go abroad, as they say, to distant lands, to the sea, if it is nearby?

Some people think about where to relax in Russia in May, and they are absolutely right. Among the resorts Krasnodar region Anapa, Tuapse, Sochi, Gelendzhik, Lazarevskoye The beaches are already waiting for the first holidaymakers. It's a pity that there are only beaches and not water! It is still cold for relaxing splashing, but you can replace sea bathing with swimming in the pool, staying in the jacuzzi and saunas. Seaside holidays in May also attract tourists who pursue health-improving goals. Numerous sanatoriums provide a variety of strengthening and massage treatments.

Beach holidays in May - weather

Photos from our trip to Rhodes

Holidays abroad in May 2019 are spent in different ways. If your plans definitely include swimming, then you have a direct flight to Cuba, Thailand, Bali, Israel. The latter, not only is it close, it is also convenient to visit without a visa, just like Turkey. Although the water near the Turkish coast is not yet warm enough.

When going on vacation to Cyprus, Greece, Tenerife (Canary Islands), you can count on high level service, well-groomed beaches, visiting excursion programs and tons of local flavor. But even in warm, sunny weather, you will mainly be sunbathing on the beaches, since the water is still a bit cold.

Beach holidays in May at resorts in Spain and Italy attract tourists from different countries level of comfort and European quality in all areas, be it wallowing on the sand or organizing excursions. The weather is usually pleasant with sunny, sometimes hot summer days.

Thailand +30 +30 Vietnam (Nha Trang) +30 +30 Indonesia (Bali) +30 +30 Russia Anapa +21 +18 Sochi +23 +19

May: where to go without a visa?

A visa is not only tedious/time-consuming/nervous (underline as appropriate), but also costs at least 4,000 rubles per person. Not very fun, especially if a family with children aged 6+ is traveling.

• Türkiye
• Tunisia
• Cyprus (online and free)

• Israel
• Thailand
• Vietnam
• Indonesia

And about everyone visa-free countries and territories (128, just a minute!) can be read in our cheat sheet article. You never know :)

Where to have an inexpensive holiday at sea in May?

Of course, each of us would prefer inexpensive holiday abroad in May. It should be noted that in every country there are both well-promoted pretentious and more affordable, but no less comfortable places. And for those who want to save big, there are always last-minute tours.

Among the countries with budget-friendly, as far as possible, seaside holidays, we highlight:

• Turkey – 7 days tour for two

  Holidays with children in Greece

  When considering where to go to the seaside in May with a child, parents should take into account many factors: the duration of the flight, the climate, the availability of conditions for a beach holiday with children. Resorts meet all these requirements:

  • Israel
  • Spain

  But if you want your baby to splash in the sea and are not afraid of tiring flights, choose Thailand or Vietnam. Although the resorts of these countries may be somewhat inferior to Europe in terms of service, this is more than compensated for by the gentle water and tropical landscapes.

  How to relax in May 2019

  It is already known how we relax during the May holidays in 2019. From the 1st to the 5th is an official weekend in honor of the Spring and Labor Festival. And, of course, Victory Day - non-working days last from May 9 to May 12.

  By taking a short vacation/time off for a few days, you can extend the weekend in May to almost two weeks and enjoy doing nothing on the beach to the maximum. 🙂

  Map of popular resorts in May

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Hello friends! It seems that we have finally waited for truly warm days, and spring has fully come into its own. And the invigorating, changeable May wind tempts us to break out of our usual and rather boring environment, succumb to its romantic impulse and make another exciting journey. And it doesn’t matter where. The main thing is that everyone has fun and feels comfortable around each other.

As they say experienced travelers and experts, warm May days are a great time to spend traveling with children. And, in order for your vacation to be a success, you need to think through everything to the smallest detail. Therefore, when developing a route, you need to answer the question for yourself: what do we want to do on vacation? Swim and sunbathe on the beach, go hiking interesting places and museums or combine both?

The determining factor when choosing, of course, will be the age of the child. All children simply love traveling, and even little ones are happy to get ready for the trip. And, by and large, they don’t care where their parents take them. They know: where mom and dad are, they will always feel good, safe, and everywhere they can find something to do to their liking.

But, nevertheless, it is clear that you should not choose an excursion tour with children. This is difficult for both parents and children, and such a journey is unlikely to be enjoyable for anyone. But a comfortable holiday at sea is quite suitable for a holiday with children of any age, even the smallest. But even in this case, it is preferable to choose beach destinations with good organization of children's recreation and a rich animation program.

In addition, it is worth considering that in many resorts, if desired, you can combine a beach holiday with excursion tourism.

Choose a direction and determine the travel route

The seasonality rule will help determine the destinations that are most suitable for holidays with children in May. When choosing the countries you want to travel to with your child, you need to focus on the air and water temperatures in May (if beach destinations are your priority).

First of all, you should pay attention to countries that are not so far away, and preparing for the trip will not take much time. This choice means short flights, which is also important when traveling with children.

So, where should you go with your children in May?

In fact, there are a lot of options. We will limit ourselves to the most popular and not very distant resorts and countries.

As before, this year Russians choose their favorite destinations for family vacations: Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, Tunisia, and Thailand. Among European destinations, according to ATOR (Association of Tour Operators of Russia), the leaders are Spain, the Czech Republic, Italy, France, Germany and Finland. Although, compared to last year, the demand for foreign trips has decreased slightly.

But, according to ATOR experts, contrary to all expectations, the cost of tours for the May holidays to Egypt, Turkey and some European countries has not risen in price at all, but even, on the contrary, has become cheaper, by about 20 percent. Experts explain this decrease partly by a decrease in demand for travel abroad caused by currency fluctuations, or an effective program early booking, which allowed many Russians to buy cheaper tours.

And even now you can find good budget options for May, for example, to Greece - from 20 thousand, to Turkey - from 11 thousand, to Cyprus and Tunisia - from 15 thousand, attracting prices for holidays in Spain and Italy. Among long-distance destinations, the lowest prices are to Thailand and Vietnam.

Beach holiday in May

As before, beach holidays are given preference. In May, many resorts experience warm and even hot weather, and the water is already warming up well.

Egypt

In May in Egypt almost ideal conditions for a beach holiday with children of different ages. Water temperature: + 24°C. For very reasonable money you can get everything you need for have a good rest: sea, sun and, if desired, exciting.

For holidays with children this year spring month Hurghada is more attractive, since here the summer heat that has already begun is somewhat softened by the cool wind from the sea and is not felt as sharply as, for example, in Sharm el-Sheikh.

Find a tour to Egypt at the best price

Thailand

Although we still love Russian tourists, however, is not the best option for a holiday with children in May. This last month summer, when the resorts in Thailand ends " high season" And in many areas there are tropical downpours and strong winds, although it is still very warm (air temperature above +30°C).

Find a tour to Thailand

Israel

- a good option that combines a beach holiday with interesting excursions to numerous museums, historical and biblical places. In May it is already real summer in Israel (+25-32°C), but there is no sweltering heat.

Giving preference to a holiday with children at sea in May, do not forget that at this time not all resorts warm up the water to a temperature where children can stay in the water for a long time.

Find a tour to Israel

Türkiye

It's not too hot and not crowded yet. The swimming season only opens at the beginning of May. But what a treat it is, adapted for a family holiday with children.

You can relax well with children, for example, in the small green resort town of Kusadasi (accommodation prices here are lower than in Antalya). Average temperature air in May: during the day +24°C, at night +12°C, water temperature +20°C. Sandy beaches, excellent nature, sunny weather, water parks, national park Dilek with many animals and birds, interesting excursions to ancient cities - in a word, there is where to have fun.

Another option - in one of the most expensive resort towns in Turkey on the coast Mediterranean Sea with excellent snow-white beaches, fashionable hotels, beautiful nature.

One of the most beautiful resorts in Turkey is Side, which is located just 70 km from Antalya, and is also a worthy place for a family holiday.

In addition, at the beginning of the month in Turkey, the Spring Meeting Festival takes place throughout the country. It's very bright folk holiday with festivities, fairs and concerts.

Find a tour to Turkey

Tunisia

Tunisia – budget option family holiday in May, although during May holidays prices are going up a little. And although the summer season here officially lasts from April to October, a full-fledged beach holiday begins in Tunisian resorts only in June. And in May, the water temperature in the Mediterranean Sea is only +20°C and is not very suitable for long-term swimming. Daytime temperature is +25°C, cool nights are up to +15°C.

But May is a great month for walks and interesting excursions. Resorts such as Sousse, Monastir, Hammamet are good for a relaxing holiday with children.

Find a tour to Tunisia

Morocco

The swimming season also opens in Morocco in May. But, according to experts, it is still too early to go to beach resorts with children.

In May, even in the hottest of the popular resorts - Marrakech, with an air temperature of + 28-30 ° C, the water temperature in the ocean warms up to only + 19 ° C. True, oriental exoticism and interesting excursions can fully compensate for this shortcoming of an overall inexpensive vacation.

Well, it’s quite logical to assume that trips to resorts where it’s comfortable at this time and you can swim all day long are expensive.

Find a tour to Morocco

Maldives

Holidays on these wonderful islands may seem somewhat boring to children due to the lack of animation, water parks and other usual entertainment. But the wonderful beaches and nature are magnificent.

Cuba

In May, the rainy season begins in Cuba, which lasts until the end of October. Although the time from March to September is considered the best here for a beach holiday (air temperature - +27°C, water temperature - +26°C).

Mauritius

In May, Mauritius is comfortable, despite the fact that winter begins on the island this month, which lasts until October. Air temperature +20-23°C, water temperature +22-26°C all year round.

Malaysia

Malaysia may become more accessible to tourists due to the emergence of low-cost airlines offering tickets at more reasonable prices.

The famous resorts of Borneo, the largest Bird Park in Southeast Asia, Legoland and Hello Kitty amusement parks - wonderful place for a holiday with the whole family.

Seychelles

Holidays on the amazing Seychelles islands scattered in the waters Indian Ocean, is also becoming more accessible. Cheaper housing is becoming available and airfare prices are falling somewhat.

Bali (Indonesia)

The holiday season in Bali essentially never ends. But beach holidays in May are especially appreciated by lovers of this type of holiday. The air and water temperatures are conducive to swimming.

Holidays with children are well organized and thought out ( married couples children are provided with special rooms, children's meals, children's clubs and children's cafes, babysitting services, entertainment centers and playgrounds are organized). In addition, Bali offers interesting excursions, bird parks and zoos.

South Korea

For a beach holiday in South Korea you need to go from May to October. This tourist route is becoming increasingly popular due to the abolition of visas for our tourists from January 1, 2014.

Vietnam

The average air temperature in May is +25-30°C, water temperature is +25-28°C. But you need to take into account that it can vary greatly in different parts of the country. In May, the rainy season begins, which, however, does not overshadow the holiday (it rains mostly at night).

It can be wonderful: there are good beaches everywhere, a quiet, relaxing holiday, interesting excursions (the only negative is the long flight). But there is a lot of entertainment.

Take, for example, the resort of Nha Trang. Here you can visit the amusement park VinpearlLand (“Little Hollywood”), the fun “Monkey Island” or admire the colorful fish and sea animals in the Chi Nguyen open aquarium.

Excursion tourism in Europe

In May, Bulgaria, Greece, Cyprus, Montenegro, Croatia join the beach trend, but, however, they open their beach season mainly at the end of the month. You can already sunbathe on the beaches, and it’s also time to immerse yourself in the historical past of these countries. And in the second half of May you can already swim in the sea.

For inquisitive and active children, spending time on the beach may seem boring and uninteresting. Moreover, spring in Europe - great time for excursions with funny “whys” and the opportunity to fully enjoy walks along the ancient streets of European cities, visit theme parks and museums, zoos and water parks.

European cities in many countries are always happy to welcome inquisitive and tireless little tourists.

If you are planning to increase the number of lovers of urban tourism, you can go to cities where, according to the results of a study conducted by the travel portal Travel.ru, vacations in May are the most budget-friendly. The top 5 is headed by one of the most beautiful cities in Europe - Krakow, followed by Sofia, Bucharest, Bratislava, Tallinn.

As an inexpensive option excursion holiday on the May holidays you can consider visiting visa-free (or with facilitated visa regime) European countries, such as Serbia and Macedonia. 3-4 days is enough for the first time to get new impressions and get to know the main attractions.

To visit the following cities, although you will need a Schengen visa, nevertheless, the trip will not be very ruinous: the resort city of Budapest, the capital of Portugal - Lisbon, Brussels (and tourism experts note that combined tours with excursions to the Czech Republic are becoming increasingly popular to neighboring countries, for example Austria and Germany).

Popular Italy and Spain will introduce you not only to their sights, architecture and unique cuisine. Resorts in southern Italy and Spain are already ready to welcome beach lovers to their wonderful beaches.

May is a good time to visit Denmark or the UK. The fascinating museums of London, the unique nature of Scotland and the surprisingly low prices for air travel from Moscow to Manchester and London will help you quickly decide in favor of such a trip.

Visiting neighbors

We shouldn't ignore our closest neighbors and friends. To visit Armenia, Azerbaijan, Abkhazia, Belarus or the Baltic countries, just a few days will be enough and no hassle with documents.

Vilnius, Tallinn, Riga, Jurmala - for those who do not like hot weather. At this time in the Baltic countries it is quite cool (up to +15°C), but this does not prevent you from admiring these spring days ancient cities and unique architectural buildings.

Trips in Russia in May

Moscow, St. Petersburg, golden ring, holidays in boarding houses near Moscow, a river cruise on the Volga - these are just a few excellent destinations for holidays with children in May.

Here's what the travel portal Travel.ru recommends for us on a budget. The ranking of cities with moderate prices includes Veliky Novgorod, Krasnodar, Penza, Samara and Kaliningrad. Further into the top ten were Saratov, Kostroma, Voronezh, Petrozavodsk and Alushta.

St. Petersburg and Moscow, Kazan and Yaroslavl, Vladimir and Suzdal are still popular tourist routes on the May weekend.

In St. Petersburg, the season of fountains opens on April 19, which will delight city guests with their beauty during the May days. And Moscow is ready to receive about 140 thousand tourists in early May.

According to the information group "TURPROM", the travel company "RZD Tour" has prepared an interesting gift for tourists for the May holidays - these are excursions on a real retro train of the mid-20th century: on May 1, the train departs for Tula, to the Leo Tolstoy Museum-Estate “Yasnaya Polyana”, and on May 9 – in Monino, at the Museum Air Force. Children (especially boys) will probably really like real airplanes, gliders, helicopters and other military equipment in an open air museum.

And, of course, in May we are waiting for Crimea, which has so unexpectedly expanded the list of Russian holiday destinations, and its: Alushta, Yalta, Gurzuf, Alupka, Foros. The weather there at this time is warm and comfortable.

The good news is that we are promised quite reasonable prices for air tickets (the cheapest round trip air ticket costs 5,200 rubles) and direct flights from many cities in Russia (as reported by the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation, direct flights will be made from 30 cities). And, as the RBC news agency reports, Crimea has become the most popular region for the sale of air tickets for the May holidays. popular destination and even overtook Sochi. I already wrote more about this in one of the articles.

Here they are interesting travels and unknown routes await us in May.

Real spring and the active tourist season usually begin with the arrival of the May holidays. We usually have a lot of days off in May - sometimes whole week or one and a half. This year we will have a “staged” holiday in May - first 4 days from May 1 to 4, and then another 3 from 9 to 11.

On the one hand, this is convenient because you don’t have to work off the postponed days (like last year), on the other hand, if you want to rest for 4 days, but a week or two, you will have to take time off or vacation.

When to start planning a vacation for the May holidays?

You can start planning your May holidays six months in advance. Usually, people start looking for tours for early May in late February-early March. At this time, you can still get in on the early booking promotion and choose convenient dates and your desired hotel. After March, choosing a suitable tour (especially if you have many special wishes for your vacation and hotel) becomes more difficult - many flights and hotels are already booked and you have to choose from what is available.

You can wait until April and start hunting for last minute tours for May. However, it is worth remembering that May is a season of high demand and the likelihood of finding a suitable tour for required dates there is no such thing as 100 percent.

To buy a last minute tour at a good (reduced) price, we recommend taking advantage of our annual promotion - a sale of last-minute tours, which takes place in April. MegaBambarbia promotion (from April 1 to April 30, 2014) dedicated to the birthday of the Network of Last Minute Travel Agencies. This promotion gives tourists the opportunity to buy luxurious last-minute tours at very low prices (very inexpensive compared to regular tours). During the promotion, tours for April-May are sold and among the many last-minute offers you can find tours for May holidays. True, predict exact dates and countries in the case of last-minute tours is impossible. You'll have to do a little hunting.

Where is the best place to go on vacation at the beginning of May (for the May holidays)?

Beginning of May - best time for all kinds excursions– both in Ukraine and abroad. Bus tours to Europe are especially popular - they are inexpensive and interesting way relax and get to know several cities and even countries in one trip. Prices for bus tours in the Last Minute Travel Agency Network usually start from 88 or 99 euros(this includes discounts), and during our promotions and MegaBambarbia you can buy tours at “ridiculous” prices - for 19, 29, 49 euros - that is, almost for nothing!

Excursion tours for the May holidays

The geography of bus tours is very wide and covers all countries of the European continent.

You can go to Scandinavia or Holland , where the weather in May is pleasant and blooming tulips are a delight to the eye.

Who is looking cool weather for a holiday in May, you should pay attention to Baltic countries , where during this period the air warms up to an average of +15°C. It must be taken into account that during this period the weather is unstable - and therefore the number of rainy, cloudy and sunny days is unpredictable.

Czech Republic and Poland in May they provide ample opportunities for budget excursion holidays. Also very popular bus tours to Italy, France, Germany, Romania, Spain and thematic excursions– to castles or to a carnival.

Beach holiday in early May (for May)

In addition to excursions, tourists are actively interested in beach holidays for the May holidays. Let's see in which countries you can swim and sunbathe at this time (early May).

May is the beginning of the tourist season in European countries, as well as in Turkey and Tunisia. Early May in Greece, Turkey, Tunisia, Montenegro, Croatia, Italy, Spain, Portugal The weather is nice and sunny. The beginning of May in Europe is the best time to sunbathe or go on excursions. But swimming in the sea at this time can be cold - it all depends on the weather in a particular year. In general, depending on your luck. But count on warm water(above 20 degrees) in early May is probably not worth it here. The exceptions are the most warm islands- Cyprus and Crete.

The tourist season opens at the beginning of May. in Cyprus. At this time in Cyprus you can already swim, as well as explore ancient ruins and get inspired by the historical spirit Ancient Greece. Such tours will be especially interesting for children who are just beginning to become interested in the history of ancient worlds. And the weather is most suitable for sightseeing walks.

Canary Islands in May

If the May holidays did not have their own history, we would say that they were created specifically for travel to the Canary Islands. May holiday in the Canary Islands is great opportunity for a beach holiday without the sweltering heat and long flights.

Average air temperature in the Canaries in May: during the day +26 °C, in the evening +22 °C, water temperature +21 °C.

In Turkey in May the weather is not hot, so the cost of holidays is slightly lower compared to the summer season, as is the occupancy of beaches and hotels. Despite this, travel to Turkey for the May holidays should be booked in advance. On average, the air warms up to +26°C, the water - to a maximum of +22°C (but this also depends on your luck). It can get quite chilly in the evenings, so you should take warm clothes with you. But the beginning of May is the best time for excursions to numerous Turkish attractions, and the presence of a swimming pool will brighten up your holiday in Turkey if the sea is still cool.

Tunisia

For lovers of thalassotherapy and walks by the sea, it is recommended to visit Tunisia in early May. Swimming in the sea at this time may still be cool here, but, as in Turkey, there will be a good chance to sunbathe and swim in the pool.

Egypt and the UAE – real summer in early May!

For lovers summer weather, generous sun and warm sea at the beginning of May (for the May holidays) we recommend Egypt and United Arab Emirates . In May, the tourist season is at its peak here: the heat is above 30 degrees, the sea in Egypt in May warms up to 26°C, and in the UAE - up to 30°C. And the endless sandy beaches in the Emirates are in no way inferior to those in Egypt. Smooth descent, safe bottom and pure water make these countries a great place for families with children and diving. And the May holidays in the UAE also mean the busy streets of Dubai, offering limitless shopping.

Distant countries - where you can swim in May

From distant beach destinations, suitable weather occurs in early May in Vietnam, Thailand, Sri Lanka, the islands of Bali and Mauritius, Seychelles and Madagascar.

, on Phuket and the adjacent islands from late April or early May to the end of October, the southwest monsoons bring tropical showers and quite serious sea waves, however, this period is considered optimal for active recreation(especially for windsurfing, the best time for which is June and August). In May the most favorable conditions in the islands area east coast Malacca (Samui, Koh Tao, Nan Yuan and Koh Phangan), although relatively dry in the Pattaya area. On the west coast, if the weather is generally good, strong winds and storms are possible at this time.

Cuba and Mexico

Cuba welcomes travelers in May bright sun, warm Caribbean Sea and that unforgettable atmosphere that brought Liberty Island extraordinary popularity. The colorful streets of Havana and the legendary Havana cigars, Cuban rum and the best cocktails in the world, beautiful beaches and fiery rhythms - for this it is worth combining the May holidays and a well-deserved vacation and go on an exciting trip to Cuba.

The world-famous resort of Varadero attracts tourists with first-class beach hotels, numerous restaurants and a vibrant nightlife. Picturesque landscapes can also be found on the small Cuban islands, where there are significantly fewer tourists than in other popular resorts. And for an elite and relaxing holiday, you should go to Holguin, where secluded luxury hotels are located. For lovers of active recreation, Cuba offers diving in the Caribbean Sea and rich excursion programs.

Mexico offers good holidays in May, despite the rainy season. The weather in Mexico in May is determined by the influence of tropical cyclones, precipitation large number precipitation.

The rainy season is also beginning in Cancun (a popular Mexican resort). But in Playa del Carmen there will be bright light even in May spring sun, and there will be much less rain.

It will also rain in the resort of Puerto Vallarta in May, but it will disturb tourists mainly only at night. Most of the time the weather in Mexico in May will be quite warm (+25 °C - +35 °C), and sometimes it can even be cool at night.

Sri Lanka and exotic islands

If you go on holiday to Sri Lanka in early May, you should choose Northeast coast(for example, the Trincomalee resort), since the rainy season and high waves begin on the South-West coast at this time.

Having gone to Seychelles in May, you can see the world's largest coconut palms and visit an ornithological sanctuary. At the end of May, the hot season ends on the islands, when the air temperature warms up to an average of +29°C, and a relatively cool season begins.

On Bali island greatest number tourists come to the island from May to September: during these months it is much warmer there than in some other countries in the southern hemisphere.

Don't worry about the rainy season in the Dominican Republic, because even in this seemingly unfavorable period, you can have a great rest and enjoy your vacation days. From May to November, holidays in the Dominican Republic can sometimes be overshadowed by strong but short-term downpours, which, as a rule, come to the expanses of the resort area in the evenings and at night. During the day, absolutely nothing will interfere with your swimming and sunbathing.

In the Maldives Early May is also the rainy season. However, they will not prevent you from relaxing, but prices for vacations during this period are significantly reduced.

But Indian state Goa in early May - no best choice for relaxation. At this time it is too hot and humid, and there are heavy rains. The holiday season in Goa ends in April, so for the May holidays it is better to choose another holiday destination.

Israel and Jordan - it's time to go there for May!

In Israel in May the air temperature averages from +25°C to +32°C, depending on the region. There is practically no precipitation, and light sea breezes give a feeling of refreshing coolness. May in Israel is a truly comfortable and even hot month, which perfectly precedes the feeling of summer.

Jordan, where there are many biblical sites and a large number historical monuments(for example, the majestic Petra), attracts tourists with its unknown history. In addition, Jordan is perfect for a beach holiday - and in May you can relax at the Dead Sea, where healing properties not only water and dirt, but even air heals the lungs! In the south of the country, tourists will find the coast and coral reefs Red Sea.

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The last month of spring gives us sunny weather and great days. And I immediately want summer, I want a warm sea and relaxation on the beach. But it’s still early, at least in Russia, and in Sochi in particular, the sea is cool, so the residents of our country need to wait. And if you don’t want to wait, then it’s worth finding out where it’s warm at sea in May and where you can swim in Europe, at the resorts of Italy, Cyprus, Greece and Spain. You can vacation in many countries without a visa and with a child, and we will tell you about them further.

As a rule, Russians prefer to relax at their dachas or in their gardens in May. It’s not for nothing that the month of May is called the beginning of the opening of the dacha season in Russia. But not only summer residents love May; more than a million tourists fly out of the country for the May holidays. Most people choose Turkey, since holidays in Turkey are cheap, and the level of relaxation is simply gorgeous. But if you choose Turkey, then be prepared for the fact that at its resorts there will be warm weather, but the sea is still cool. The beach season in the country opens in the summer, and at the end of spring tourists swim and relax by the pools. If this suits you, then do not change traditions. If not, then look further and select best country for a beach holiday in May.

Israel is both a beach and a cultural holiday.
Israel is a great holiday destination in May. The weather is already hot, but the temperature does not reach the maximum. Daytime temperatures at local resorts are around +32 degrees. The sea is more than comfortable, reaching +25. The sun does not shine all day and hides behind the clouds from time to time. But there is little rain, which is good news.

But even if the weather surprises and turns bad, don’t worry. Just remember what country you are vacationing in. Israel is a place where you can simply walk around the cities and get real pleasure. There are thousands of attractions in the country, and many of them are thousands of years old. There are many sacred places in Israel, where simply being there is a big event.

The country is famous not only for its beaches and attractions. Nightlife Israel also deserves separate lines. Every city has many nightclubs that are open until the morning. Young people constantly wear them and dance. Famous DJs, musicians and other celebrities come here.

Jordan is Israel's neighbor.
Many tourists have already vacationed in Israel and have seen everything or a lot there. If you want a change of atmosphere, then visit Jordan.

The country doesn't have much beach resorts, but what is there is very beautiful. On the Red Sea coastline The country is quite small. The only resort city there is Aqaba. Tourists happily visit it and enjoy their holiday in the bay of the same name. And nearby is one of the most ancient cities in the world - Petra. To visit this city means to see how people lived on earth several thousand years ago. In Petra everything has been preserved as it was built. Now it is not just a city, but a monument of world culture. True, not all tourists go inside, since the price of 117 dollars for entry can scare away.

Jordan also has the Dead Sea, and the resorts on this shore are very popular. People come here not so much for vacation as for treatment.

There is no frosty winter in Jordan, but there are still months when you should not come to the country. See what the weather is like in Jordan by month and decide for yourself when is the best time to fly here.

Greece - the islands invite you to relax.
More than 90% of tourists coming to Greece spend their holidays on the islands. The most popular islands are Rhodes, Crete and Kos.
In May, the beach season opens here, and therefore, along with the arriving tourists, prices for vacations and hotels rise. The weather has calmed down and the sun shines from morning to evening. There is very little rain, and sometimes none at all. The only thing that can upset you is the not very warm sea. At the beginning of May, the sea warms up to +19 +21 degrees. These are not the indicators that will make your vacation luxurious. But after May 10-12, the sea will become noticeably warmer, and will reach +23 degrees.

People also like to vacation on the islands of Greece because there are many different excursion destinations. Every day, dozens of boats and steamships sail from the islands and take tourists to smaller islands that are uninhabited. There they hold holidays for tourists, organize performances and show the islands.
Excursions from the islands to the mainland are very popular. In Greece you have many attractions that have survived to this day. Many attractions are several thousand years old. The old stadiums where gladiators competed retain traces of these battles. And temples and churches are damaged by the history of not only the country, but also of all humanity.

Cyprus is the island of dreams.
Another island in the Mediterranean Sea is Cyprus. It is close to the border of Turkey and Syria, so it warms up a little earlier than Greece. In May in Cyprus it often reaches +28 degrees Celsius. The sea is a little warmer and at the beginning of May you can swim here, but not for long, since at +21 degrees the water is still cool.

Every resort in Cyprus has water slides and attractions. Therefore, people always fly here with children who have fun every day. Water parks are also available in all cities and resorts. And there are simply countless pools by the sea and near hotels. Plus, the cities themselves are quite beautiful and a simple walk through them will inspire admiration.

Vietnam – rainy nights.
The beach season is over in Vietnam, but there are still a lot of tourists in the country. Why? The answer is simple - at the end of spring, it rains here only in the evenings and at night. During the day the sun shines, warming the air to +35 degrees. The water in the sea is no less gorgeous, showing a mark of +27.

To be fair, it should be said that due to the onset of the rainy season, there may be strong waves at sea. Therefore, it is not recommended to come here with children these days.

Malta is a land of flowers.
Malta is located not far from the coast of Italy in the Mediterranean Sea. This island nation happily welcomes tourists in the spring. During the day the weather here is wonderful, always above +25 degrees. The sea is about +20, but this does not frighten tourists arriving on the island. In May, flowers and trees are in full bloom here, which is why Malta is called the flowering island during this period of time.

The Maltese living on the island know their history and love their country. They can talk for hours about how Malta came to be, why it is interesting and why Malta is the best place in the world. Visit it and you will see for yourself.

The Maldives is a paradise for holidaymakers.
The distant Maldives does not scare off tourists. During the May holidays there are many Russian tourists who have flown thousands of kilometers to enjoy the gorgeous turquoise water. At the end of spring in the Maldives the weather is sunny, the temperature is not lower than +30 degrees, and the nights are about +25. The ocean is warm at this time of year and you can swim.