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Fresh ideas where to go for the new year 2020 at sea, to Europe abroad. Tours inexpensive and interesting

There is a good Russian proverb that says: "prepare the sleigh in summer and the cart in winter." The meaning of the proverb is that in order to be in time for everything, not to lose time and be in profit, you need to prepare for everything in advance. And when traveling and traveling abroad, this rule works even more so. If you are going to go somewhere, especially to a country far from Russia, you need to think everything over in advance. For example, read about the climate of the place, find out about the local weather, clarify prices, ask for feedback from those who have already been there, and so on. And it’s right that 99% of tourists prefer to search and book tours for the new year 2020 in advance. Where to go inexpensively for this new year, our information article will tell you, where prices are not indicated, but there are interesting information about countries where it is warm and sunny in winter, and also where you can go for a New Year's fairy tale. Ready? Let's start watching a small TOP.

It's no secret that most tourists prefer to celebrate the New Year in warm countries, where you can sunbathe, swim in the sea and get real pleasure. And rightly so, what's the point in flying from cold and snowy Russia to the same cold and snowy country? Although someone likes it and we'll talk about it below. For now…

Where to go cheap to the sea for the new year 2020: tours, countries and resorts

Resorts of Thailand - without changing traditions.

For a long time in winter, resorts in Thailand have been leading in terms of preferences among Russians. And there are explanations for this. Firstly, it’s beautiful there, and after a holiday in the country, many tourists begin to wonder how to buy a house there and how to stay for at least six months, while it’s frosty in Russia.

Indeed, Thailand beautiful country with your own color. local beaches beautiful and unique. The sunset on them is just as good as on the beaches of Cuba. The fine sand is so soft that you don't even need shoes. Walking barefoot on the sand is a pleasure that can't be compared to anything else. Palm trees grow on the beaches, in the shade of which you can wait out the heat and take a nap right on the shore of the endless sea.

The second reason for the popularity of Thailand is the price. If you are flying here from Moscow or from the European part of our country, you will be surprised, because the price of the flight will be higher than the price of the vacation itself. But the inhabitants of the east of Russia generally fly and rest in Thailand almost for nothing. Fortunately, they do not fly for a long time, and rest is already cheap. In fact, 12-14 days of rest in Thailand will cost you 40,000 thousand rubles. But it can be even cheaper if you choose a hotel not on the seashore, and not with all the entertainment.

The most famous and popular resorts of the country: Phuket and Pattaya. It is they who receive up to 80% of all tourists in the country.

Vietnam is a new trend.

Another country South-East Asia, which is loved by tourists from Russia.
Vietnam is a new fashionable destination where it's great to spend time in the winter. After all, when in Russia it is frost and snow, then in Vietnam it is up to forty heat and a gorgeous warm sea.

The advantage of Vietnamese resorts over the rest is that they are young. Many of them are only a few years old, and some hotels and resorts are still under construction. After all, a few years ago there was a war in the country, and now the construction of resort areas is in full swing there.
And I must say that they make hotels and places to stay are fantastic! But the local nature also helps. The scenery is so beautiful that you won't want to leave. White sand beaches, they stretch so far along the sea that it seems as if they are endless.

There are also many entertainments in the country. There is a whole island on which one huge park with attractions. And you can get to the island only by cable car and it is the only one in the world cable car that passes over the sea!
We think it would not be superfluous to recall the sights of the country, since there are thousands of them here. The local culture is very ancient and there are still temples in the country where they keep the traditions instilled in the people thousands of years ago. Vietnamese houses with incredible roofs are especially popular with tourists - this is what distinguishes the country from others.

Goa is another India.
We are all used to the fact that India has a lot of dances, songs and love. But Goa is a completely different India, which is not like anything else.
The beaches of Goa are spacious and everyone can easily accommodate them. The coast is completely sandy. There is white sand, dark and yellow. There are many activities on the beaches, but the main thing is elephant riding. Tourists line up to climb the giant and ride it.

But even in such a tourist center, you still feel that you are in India. Museums, exhibitions, locals, culture and more all remind you of this. And that's not bad. After all, India is a country with rich history and its long tradition. Therefore, it will not be superfluous to learn something new about her.
Goa is divided into two parts: south and north. The southern part is richer and more beautiful, while the northern part is still being built and local tourists are mostly resting there.

Where to go for the new year 2020 abroad to Europe.

In winter in Europe, beach resorts have a rest. Even in Spain and Portugal it is cold to swim, and it is not always possible to sunbathe. But still the flow of tourists in European countries does not decrease in winter. Where is everyone going?

Prague - the best place to welcome the new year.

They flew to Prague to celebrate the New Year back in Soviet times. And after the collapse of the union, they began to fly here with even more. The peak of popularity of the capital of the Czech Republic came in 2000, when half a million Russians flew here for Christmas and New Year. Now the demand has dropped a little. But still, one hundred thousand Russian tourists are happy to celebrate two Christmases and one New Year in Prague.

Especially for these holidays, a tall Christmas tree is set up in the capital, decorated with lights and toys. Shops offer to buy goods and souvenirs with discounts, and cafes and restaurants offer a huge selection of varied food.
All the streets on Christmas eve are lit up with lights. A simple walk in the evening in Prague will allow you to plunge into a fairy tale and understand that this is really a magical time.

Finland is close to home.

It so happened that many Russians prefer to celebrate the New Year in neighboring Finland. It would seem - why, because it is very close to us. But in the country of a thousand lakes, everything is completely different.

As already mentioned, Finland is a country of a thousand lakes. Perhaps not on earth more space so many lakes. And the local forests are truly beautiful and magical. Tourists prefer to rent a house on the lake in the forest, where there is peace and quiet.
In winter, in Suomi you can walk through the forest, ski, go fishing or attend public events, of which there are thousands.

Milan is a fashionable new year.

Young people who consider themselves fashionable prefer to come to Milan for the new year. Around Christmas there are a lot of tourists, so the hotel needs to be booked in advance. And since there are sales in the city in winter, you can both relax and buy a lot of beautiful and fashionable clothes. Although what a rest, when price tags with discounts of up to 80 percent hang on each window!

There are many places in the world where the meetings of the New Year will be held in a special way. Some we have already listed, but there are hundreds of other equally beautiful places.
For example, Japan - there you will meet the new year among the first. And if you want real adventures, then fly to Australia. Every year, the country takes first place in the beauty and duration of the New Year's fireworks. And this year they will certainly break their record.
Another place is Cuba. New Year on freedom island you will never forget. And you will dream of sunrises and sunsets on the ocean coast all your life.
Do not give up on tours to Africa. For example, Egypt is hot and sunny, while Tunisia and Morocco have many palaces and historical monuments. So there is a choice of where to go, and it is great.

New Year is a unique, special holiday that you want to spend in such a way that this event will be remembered for a lifetime. What will the coming 2018 be like, what will it bring into our lives? The two fiery years that have passed under the sign of the Monkey and the Rooster are being replaced by the Yellow Dog, whose element is the Earth. This animal is distinguished by calmness and diligence, but it also loves to relax, therefore, in order to have a great next year, you must first celebrate it properly. Where to go for the New Year 2018 to relax inexpensively and on a budget?

Some Russians prefer to follow the beaten path, choosing already completed New Year and Christmas tours offered by travel agencies and tour operators. Such tours include visits to one or more cities (countries) with special programs and pre-planned visits to attractions. However, it is more convenient for most of our compatriots to organize their own vacation, and they are engaged in purchasing tickets and finding accommodation on their own.

Preferences Russian tourists changed for various reasons. Today, Turkey, Germany and Austria are no longer so popular, Italy, Spain, France, Poland are not so popular. Experts explain the change in priorities by the introduction of economic sanctions against Russia, the instability of the political situation. It is for this reason that Russians have discovered the exotics of Vietnam and Thailand, the delightful beaches of Cuba and the Maldives. Compared to previous years, the popularity of domestic tourism has increased significantly: Sochi, Moscow and the Moscow region, St. Petersburg, Kazan, Kaliningrad.

Experts predict that on New Year and Christmas in 2018, more than 80 percent of our tourists will prefer to rest within Russia, and only about 20 percent will celebrate holidays abroad. Meanwhile, a few years ago these figures were equal and amounted to 50/50.

Sochi - the pearl of Russia

Sochi, the most comfortable place in Russia in winter, remains a popular holiday destination for Russians. There is almost no snow here, the air temperature is always above zero degrees, the sun is shining, and palm trees and subtropical plants delight the eye with greenery. New Year's Eve can be spent in a club, restaurant or at a banquet in a hotel, and the rest of the days you can enjoy an active holiday in famous ski resorts such as Krasnaya Polyana or Rosa Khutor.

The cost of living in Sochi, however, as in all large tourist centers, depends on the star rating of the hotel, location (distance from the city center), services provided, type of housing. A double room in budget guest houses can be found for 1200 rubles, prices in five-star hotels start at 13 thousand rubles. Tickets from Moscow to Sochi cost an average of 7,700 rubles (one way).

The northern capital of Russia - St. Petersburg

New Year and Christmas in St. Petersburg are always celebrated pompously and very cheerfully. Tourists are attracted by the opportunity to admire the sights of the city, get acquainted with its architecture and history, as well as immerse themselves in the New Year atmosphere, have fun from the heart and take part in festive festivities, for example, go to a concert at Palace Square, traditionally ending with a magnificent fireworks display. There are many restaurants where you can celebrate new year's eve in a warm family atmosphere or a noisy youth company.

Air tickets from Moscow to St. Petersburg can be purchased from 5500 rubles.

A night in a three-star hotel in the city center will cost from 2,500 rubles, in more prestigious hotels - from 4,000.

The third capital of Russia - Kazan

An excellent option would be to rest in Kazan, an amazingly beautiful city, where historical sights are successfully combined with modern architecture. The city has a developed infrastructure and a unique ethno-confessional environment. Kazan offers tourists a lot of entertainment for every taste. Children will love the huge water park "Riviera", adults who prefer outdoor activities - ski resorts.

You can fly to Kazan from Moscow from 4400 rubles. A double room in the center costs around 2000 rubles, but you can look for cheaper options. AT large hotels the cost of living will be from 4500 rubles.

The capital of our Motherland - Moscow

In 2017, for the first time, Moscow entered the top ten best cities in the world recommended for tourists to visit. Rest in the capital is becoming not only more and more in demand, but also affordable. Two years ago it was unrealistic to rent a room cheaper than 8 thousand rubles, but today its average cost is just over 3000. This is due to the fact that Moscow is preparing for the World Cup, many new hotels more democratic.

Numerous entertainment programs and concerts will be held for Muscovites and guests of the city, on Red Square you can listen to the chiming clock and admire the amazing fireworks, there will be ski resorts and ice rinks.

Visiting Santa Claus in Veliky Ustyug

Have you decided where to go for the New Year 2018 yet? New Year holidays will be unforgettable for you if they take place in the patrimony of Father Frost Veliky Ustyug - a small town located 450 kilometers from Vologda. Here you can see many temples, merchants' yards, monastic ensembles and old houses. This is an ideal option for families with children, because the organizers have prepared for the children a lot of exciting activities that allow them to plunge into a real New Year's fairy tale:

festive festivities;
theatrical shows;
sightseeing tours;
a visit to the fabulous post office;
excursion to the palace of Santa Claus;
skiing in the winter forest.

You can get to Veliky Ustyug in any way: by train, bus, plane. Flights due to limited flights should be booked in advance. Price hotel room- from 1000 rubles. The cost of a three-day basic tour is around 15 thousand per person.

Paradise Canary Islands

romantic and relatively inexpensive option to meet 2018: ocean, exotic nature, indescribable spanish flavor and black volcanic sand. The infrastructure is well established in the Canary Islands, in particular, the ferry service, so it is possible to visit several islands at once. In December-January for canary islands wonderful comfortable weather (+ 25 degrees), without stuffiness and heat.

You can get to the islands from Moscow, St. Petersburg. Air tickets are relatively inexpensive - from 35 thousand rubles, the main thing is to purchase them in advance.

A seven-day tour with accommodation in a three-star hotel for the New Year 2018 will approximately cost from 100 thousand rubles. The cost of a double room on New Year's Eve is from $50.

New Year on the Island of Freedom

Where to go in January 2018? Of course, to Cuba - to one of the most attractive places on earth where you can spend the New Year holidays. In the winter months, ideal weather reigns here: warm, but not stuffy, cloudless, calm sea. locals always friendly to guests, rare cars drive around the streets, which can only be seen in movies.
Recreation, entertainment and living on the island of freedom are relatively inexpensive, but you will have to pay a tidy sum for air tickets - from 60 thousand. However, if you're lucky, you can "catch" inexpensive tickets (around 40 thousand). This should be done 3-4 months before the intended trip.
A tour for two costs an average of 150 thousand: 7-8 days in a 2-3-star hotel. The cost of a room in a decent hotel on New Year's Eve will be about 80 dollars.

Maldives and Seychelles

These islands of the Indian Ocean are a true paradise for those who want to hide from the outside world, relax and enjoy the beauties of exotic nature. Tourists are surrounded by clear sea, bright sun, White beach, palm trees, privacy and relaxation of the highest level.
Previously, only very wealthy people could afford the Maldives and Seychelles. Today the situation has changed, tourists have become available and budget holiday. For example, a double room on New Year's Eve will cost $60 per night (2-3 star hotel). More presentable hotels (5 stars), moreover, located close to the beach, will cost more - from 140 thousand rubles per night.
Air tickets from Moscow during the New Year period become much more expensive. If they usually cost within 30 thousand rubles (round trip), then in December the price tags soar to 50 thousand, and in January they reach 90,000.

exotic thailand

Asian countries are distinguished by cheaper, but no less high-quality holidays, which is why most of the Russian tourists are striving there. Thailand offers guests luxurious New Year's programs, exotic gala dinners, for outdoor enthusiasts - surfing, diving. Bangkok becomes the center of events, when the capital sparkles with New Year's lights, huge Christmas trees are set up on the streets, fire shows and various exotic festivals are held. On the resort beaches(Phuket, Pattaya) New Year celebrations are held on a no lesser scale.

Winter in Thailand will please you with summer days, when the air temperature rarely drops below + 30 degrees. The sea is suitable for swimming, so it is perfect place for holidays with children - so this is a great option for where you can fly for the New Year 2018.

The cost of air tickets from Moscow to Bangkok will be 35 thousand rubles in both directions (if you buy tickets in advance), prices for decent hotels in the center of Bangkok start from 1500 rubles per day.

Snow covered Switzerland

If you want to relax in Europe, go to Switzerland, this country has a huge advantage over other European countries - winters are snowy there. It is better to go for Christmas, and not for the New Year, since this holiday is practically not celebrated there, and choose a large city where Christmas festivities and fairs are held. If you prefer active rest, then magnificent ski resorts are at your service.

Air tickets Moscow - Zurich cost from 20 thousand, to fly to Geneva is more expensive. The cost of living in a not too status hotel in Zurich is 6,000 rubles, in a five-star hotel - from 10,000 for one night for two.

Magical Prague

It is no coincidence that our compatriots are very fond of New Year's Prague: During this period, she is especially beautiful. It looks like an illustration to a fairy tale: shop windows sparkling with multi-colored lights, gothic buildings, the proud Charles Bridge, musical performances, gourmet sweets and drinks sold right on the street, fireworks. However, the Czech capital is especially attractive due to prices - they are much lower than in other European countries.

The weather in the Czech Republic during this period is mild: at night there may be a slight frost up to 4 degrees, during the day - a warm temperature just above zero.

Tickets in the direction of Moscow - Prague cost from 9 thousand, but on New Year's Eve prices soar. New Year's Eve in a good five-star hotel can be spent for 5 thousand (for two).

How to save money on a trip

If you are a beginner, and not an experienced tourist who has traveled all over the world, experts recommend that you pay attention to some of the nuances that will help you save money on your trip:

Book tickets and hotel rooms in advance, in summer or early autumn, as on the eve of the New Year the tourist flow increases, therefore, the opportunity to purchase hotel rooms and tickets at an attractive price decreases.
If the very moment of celebrating the New Year in a certain place is not important for you, you just want to plunge into the festive atmosphere and relax, then order tickets in such a way that you return home before December 31 or fly out on January 1-2. Ticket prices are significantly lower these days.
If you are a shopaholic and your goal is grandiose Christmas sales in Europe, you should get there on the 20th of December in order to return to Russia in early January.

Have a nice holiday!

It's no secret that the New Year for Russians is considered the most important holiday of the year. They are waiting for it, they prepare for it mentally and physically much in advance, and preparation is carried out everywhere: from kindergartens to the State Duma. Many people identify the New Year with the beginning of a new life, new promises and change for the better. Everyone decides for himself how he will meet this grandiose holiday. Long holidays are coming at work and at school, which means it's time to change the situation and visit long-planned destinations, recharge with new emotions and spiritual strength for further achievements, and just relax.

Not just to relax, but to celebrate the holiday itself in new country— an incredible adventure and an unforgettable experience that will allow you to plunge into the culture of the area, learn about special traditions and become part of the holiday. Many vacationers, on the contrary, bring the Russian culture of celebration to the masses, acquaint foreigners with Slavic identity. Such a mixture of customs as part of the celebration of the New Year will remain in memory for a lifetime.

It is rather difficult to decide on the direction in the New Year, as there are actually a lot of tours. You can go to conquer peaks in ski resorts, wander warmly and comfortably through the ancient streets of Europe and rejoice like a child at fairs, or you can meet a holiday on the beach, which in itself is exotic for a Russian person.

New Year's tours at sea

Almost the entire territory of Russia is covered with snow on New Year's Eve. It is difficult to imagine a holiday without frost, snowstorms and white flakes outside the window. What an unforgettable experience will be the celebration of the New Year under scorching sun in hot sand and gentle sea. It's funny to watch how hotels and palm trees are decorated in a New Year's way instead of traditional firs. Although, the hotels of the most popular destinations, they still put up spruces so as not to violate the traditions of visitors.

Thailand

Vietnam

Exactly like in Thailand, the New Year in Vietnam on January 1 is an indicative holiday for tourists. The Vietnamese New Year (Tet) takes place here according to the lunar calendar and has floating dates. In traditional new year holidays Vietnam delights vacationers with chic sandy beaches, decorated with shopping centers, Santa Clauses and other holiday paraphernalia. If you are lucky enough to celebrate the New Year in Vietnam, then by all means go to the embankment (it doesn’t matter if it’s Nha Trang, Phu Thiet or Mui Ne), as this is where concerts, folk festivals, dances and countdown to the start of the new calendar year are organized.

Where to go to the beach: Nha Trang, Fukok, Mui Ne, Phan Thiet.

Weather: air warms up to +27 °C, and water up to +24 °C. At this time of the year, precipitation is unlikely, but quite possible. They are unlikely to spoil the rest by the sea due to their short duration and rarity.

Other helpful information about Vietnam:

Prices for New Year tours to Vietnam: from 109,000 rubles*

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Bali

The end of December and the beginning of January is the best time for beach holiday in Bali as rainfall is gradually easing but still likely. The Balinese celebrate the New Year in the spring, and on December 31 they hold celebrations exclusively for tourists. On a holiday, you should rush to the beach, where they arrange a big fireworks display.

Where to go to the beach: Nusa Dua, Kuta, Denpasar, Ubud.

Weather: water and air warm up to approximately +29° C, water temperature - +28° C.

Other useful information about Bali:

Prices for New Year's tours in Bali: from 120,000 rubles *

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Sri Lanka

Cuba

The celebration of the new year in Cuba has a special scope, since January 1 is also the Day of Liberation of the country. Going out into the street, the holiday simply can not be avoided. Everywhere there are parades, processions, carnivals. Everyone dresses up in the brightest dresses, drinks rum and is proud of the country from the bottom of their hearts.

Where to go to the beach: Havana, Trinidad, Santiago de Cuba, Varadero.

Weather: air and water temperatures average +25 °C - +28 °C. The rainy season is over.

Other useful information about Cuba:

Prices for New Year's tours to Cuba: from 131,500 rubles*

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Less popular due to the high cost, but no less interesting are New Year's tours to countries such as:

Christmas and New Year in Europe

Christmas Europe has a special, childlike magic charm. Colorful fairs on medieval squares attract millions of visitors on Christmas. You should go to Europe before December 25 in order to have time to catch the most important holiday of the year, for which Europeans are preparing with all responsibility. At Christmas, church services are held in Gothic cathedrals and ancient basilicas, the streets are filled with the smell of pine needles and cinnamon, and the festive fuss does not stop everywhere: everyone is in a rush buying gifts for relatives and friends. The New Year in Europe is not celebrated on such a grand scale as Christmas, but in any case, the winter holidays and the special atmosphere will remain in memory forever.

Finland

Other useful information about Finland:

Prices for New Year tours to Finland: from 38500 rubles*

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Czech Republic, Prague)

Prague takes on an absolutely magical look during the Christmas holidays. It seems that every square meter of the city is decorated with bright lights, garlands, glass beads. A lush, elegant spruce is set up on each square and set up around the fair, where you can walk endlessly. Definitely worth arranging gastronomic tour and try local New Year's dishes: wine sausage, “vanochka” and “nut nests”. Hot mulled wine, punch or mead is sold at every step in the cold season, so there is no chance of freezing and catching a cold.

Where to go for the New Year: Prague.

Weather: the daytime temperature is about +2 °C.

Other useful information about the Czech Republic:

Prices for New Year's tours to the Czech Republic: from 45,000 rubles *

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France Paris)

Another popular New Year's destination is Paris. From the beginning of December, the city plunges into a pleasant pre-holiday turmoil. The Eiffel Tower and other sights acquire a new and bright image thanks to the illumination. Throughout the month, the city hosts colorful themed fairs, festivals and concerts. As a rule, the Parisians go out to celebrate the New Year on the Champs Elysees. It is here that the countdown takes place, and the crowd of thousands and multinationals has fun and rejoices. Be sure to check out the Christmas sale: the prices can pleasantly surprise you.

Where to go for Christmas: Paris.

Weather: the air in the capital warms up from 0 °C to +8 °C.

Other useful information about France:

Prices for Christmas tours to France: from 72,000 rubles*

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Italy

Just like other major European countries, Italy is immersed in bright lights and fairs throughout December. Basically, people go to Italy for the Christmas holidays for the sake of shopping. AT major cities you can buy absolutely anything at almost cost. Experienced travelers are advised to go to Italy's sales with empty but large suitcases. Among the Italians themselves, the Christmas tradition of throwing old things out the window has sunk into oblivion, but another has appeared - to acquire everything new.

The New Year itself is celebrated in large cities on a large scale. Everyone goes out to the central richly decorated squares, music plays everywhere, New Year's spirits flow like water, the countdown passes and the fun does not stop until the morning.

Where to go: Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, Pisa.

Weather: At Christmas, the weather in Italy makes travelers a good gift - the air temperature averages +8 ° C, and in some places it warms up to +15 ° C.

Other useful information about Italy:

Prices for Christmas tours to Italy: from 51,000 rubles*

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Estonia (Tallinn)

Christmas holiday trips to Tallinn are becoming more and more popular. Romance and a European fair atmosphere are present here, as in other countries, and the prices for tours are much lower than, for example, to Germany. Quiet and calm Tallinn in the new year is filled with noisy tourists from different countries who want to fully experience the magical atmosphere of the holidays. Everything here is the same as in other major European cities: a fir tree is set up on the central square, tents are pitched with national treats and holiday souvenirs, and restaurants and hotels offer New Year's dinners and entertainment programs in the atmosphere of the 14th century.

Where to go: Tallinn.

Weather: At Christmas, the average air temperature is -2 °C.

Other useful information about Estonia:

Prices for Christmas tours to Estonia: from 33,700 rubles*

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Greece

Greece is a popular destination for the New Year, since it is there that they take the celebration with all seriousness. Every Greek firmly believes that the coming year will bring positive changes. Since mid-December, everyone has been busy preparing for the holidays: both physical and moral. Greeks flock to churches, decorate houses and streets, and on the eve prepare traditional dishes of pork, chicken and turkey, which can be tasted in any restaurant. On New Year's Eve, travelers and locals take to the streets of cities, dance sirtaki, drink a lot of wine and rejoice from the bottom of their hearts at the beginning of a new life.

Where to go: any major city.

Weather: the air warms up to +14 °C.

Other useful information about Greece:

Prices for New Year's tours to Greece: from 60,600 rubles *

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New Year "Oriental"

The East, as you know, is a delicate matter, and in every eastern country the New Year is celebrated on different dates and with different traditions. Even the chronology is fundamentally different from the European one. It can be said that for the countries of Asia, the arrival of the New Year is a purely traditional holiday, but in tribute to tourists, each country arranges a secular New Year, which is celebrated on January 1.

Israel

The most popular country at this time of the year is Israel - the beginning of the beginning. New Year in Israel is celebrated several times: in accordance with religious and secular traditions. On January 1, the secular New Year comes to the country, the traditions of which were adopted from Russia. On holidays, you should definitely go to where it all began - to the religious shrines of Christianity and make a wish at the Wailing Wall, walk along the Way of the Cross, visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and meet the dawn on sacred mountain Zion. From Catholic to Orthodox Christmas, many social and entertainment events take place in the country.

Where to go for the New Year: Jerusalem, Bethlehem.

Weather: the air temperature warms up to +17 °C. Swimming is no longer comfortable, but long walks on fresh air hardly anything can overshadow.

Other useful information about Israel:

Visa - not needed

Prices for New Year's tours to Israel: from 69,000 rubles *

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United Arab Emirates

To celebrate the New Year on a grand scale and have a great vacation on the beach, you must definitely go to Dubai. Secular celebrations on January 1 are not accepted on the streets here, and concerts, shows, discos and parties will certainly await you in the establishments. The exception is street fireworks, which are recognized as the best in the world for their beauty and scope.

Where to go for the New Year: Dubai.

Weather: The average air temperature in the country does not exceed +21 °C. For evening walks, a light sweater is useful.

Other useful information about the UAE:

Prices New Year tours in the UAE: from 45,500 rubles*

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Egypt

Currently, tours to the resorts of Egypt are available only with a flight through Cairo, which negatively affects their cost. Charter flights are expected to resume in resort towns.

Even after the ban on flights to the resort cities of Egypt, interest in him does not decrease. To spend the winter holidays not in the snow, but in the sand - each of us wanted at least once in our lives. Swimming in the resorts of Egypt is no longer as comfortable as in autumn, but heated hotel pools will come to the rescue. On New Year's Eve, hospitable hotel owners arrange chic feasts for tourists with an entertainment program, competitions and fireworks. Shopping centers are everywhere decorated with fir trees, balls and garlands. The spirit of the holiday will not leave travelers even for sandy beaches: many tourists and locals gather at the beach bars for concerts and a fun celebration of the new calendar year.

Where to go: Cairo, Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada.

Weather: up to +20 °C.

Other useful information about Egypt:

Visa (upon arrival)

Prices for tours to Egypt for the New Year: from 94,900 rubles *

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China

Tunisia

A great opportunity to change the cold to the heat is a trip to Tunisia. Swimming in the resorts of Tunisia at this time is no longer so comfortable, but nothing will interfere with leisurely walks and celebrating the New Year in the open air. After all, Tunisia is the capital of thalassotherapy and every hotel has spas with heated pools. The main New Year's events are held in Sousse, Hammamet and Tunisia. On the central squares mass festivities begin with fireworks, festivals, musical concerts. From the streets, the celebration gradually flows into bars and restaurants. In Tunisia, there is one very pleasant New Year's tradition, which tourists also follow with pleasure - to eat as many sweets as possible at night in order to spend the coming year in abundance.

Where to go for the New Year: Hammamet, Monastir, Sousse, Mohdia, Djerba.

Weather: up to +16 °C.

Other useful information about Tunisia:

Prices for tours to Tunisia for the New Year holidays: from 60300 rubles *

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Japan

Exotic New Year will make a trip to Japan. From year to year more and more tourists flock to the country rising sun. Christmas is not celebrated here, but the arrival of the calendar year is counted from January 1. Preparation for the holiday begins in mid-autumn: the streets and houses are decorated with garlands, souvenir markets begin to work and the main sales open. It is funny to note that the preparations for the holiday are very similar to the Russian ones: families stock up on gifts and figurines in the form of a symbol of the coming year, carry out a general cleaning, set a rich table on December 31, dress up in their best clothes and celebrate the arrival of the New Year. This holiday cannot be called noisy, as the Japanese are used to celebrating it quietly, calmly and with their families.

As a rule, tourists and young people gather in the central squares, and then smoothly distributed among the bars. Everything passes peacefully, quietly and without heavy alcoholic libations. On January 2, tourists have a unique opportunity to visit Imperial Palace, where they are allowed only twice a year.

Where to go for the New Year: Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Yokohama, Sapporo.

Weather: in Sapporo - up to -3 °C, in Tokyo - up to +7 °C.

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Prices for tours to Japan for the New Year: from 140,000 rubles *

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American New Year

An absolutely enchanting scale celebration of Christmas and New Year takes place in the USA. As we know from the movies, no one believes in miracles, Santa and new life like the Americans. And indeed, what a holiday is worth in New York, where hundreds of thousands of people gather in Times Square to watch the old tradition of the fall of a glass ball. A huge LED ball slowly descends down the axis, and then reaches the lowest point, the lights fade and the scoreboard lights up with the year, which marks its beginning. You must come to Times Square early in the morning to choose a good place, since the world stars of the first magnitude meet the New Year with the residents and guests of New York.

Where to go for the New Year at sea? Where is warm on New Year's Eve? 11 options where you can fly to the sea for the New Year.

Where to go for the New Year at sea 2018-2019?

New Year for Russians is the most beloved and desired holiday. But in the middle of winter I so want to take it and fly away to where it is warm for the New Year, where the hot sun, gentle sea, palm trees and amazing sunsets. Realize your dream! For once in your life, leave the pre-holiday chores, drive away the winter blues, buy a plane ticket and go for new experiences.

Warm countries for the New Year

In this article, I have collected for you 11 warm countries where you can celebrate the New Year wonderfully. For ease of choice, under each country, the average prices for hotels, air flights or package tours at sea for the New Year are indicated. Note that it is not cheaper to fly to every country on your own than with a tour package. Prices are average for the market for December-January.

Maldives for New Year

In the middle of the Indian Ocean, a picturesque chain of 20 atolls is located Republic of Maldives. This is a great option where you can spend a holiday at sea for the New Year 2018. It is summer on the islands all year round, and the change of year falls on the most favorable dry period, when the air is 27° and the water is 24°.

The Maldives is a real paradise oasis where you can feel like Robinson Crusoe, because some of the islands are still uninhabited. Tranquility, few people, white sand and clear turquoise water - what else is needed for complete relaxation?

underwater caves and Coral reefs will delight diving enthusiasts. There are no dangerous currents here, so even beginners can go under water. There are dozens of dive sites around the hotels.

On New Year's Eve, a gala dinner is organized for hotel guests and entertainment until morning.

There are no cheap hostels in the Maldives, and therefore the most economical accommodation option is 1600 rubles per night. for one person in a guesthouse, for two - from 2500 rubles.

Thailand for New Year

The Kingdom of Thailand is the most popular destination where you can go to the sea for the New Year. Therefore, book the hotel in advance.

The conditions for a beach holiday are ideal, the sea is warmed up to 28 °, in the air 30 °.

Thais love the holidays and know how to spend them fun and on a grand scale. In the New Year, guests will not be bored, wherever they are.

The most popular islands are Phuket and Pattaya. Tourists are waiting for comfortable hotels, and in combination with Thai exoticism, lush shady parks, azure sea water, holidays in the "Land of a Thousand Smiles" will be remembered for a lifetime.

In Thailand, prices are much lower than in the Maldives. Here you can find a bed in a hostel from 300 rubles per night, from 500 rubles per night. double room in guest house. Average prices for popular hotels in the region of 1500 rubles.

Philippines for New Year

Christmas and New Year in the Philippines - one huge fireworks display! Festivities begin in mid-December.

The highest prices on the island of Boracay. Locals meet the holiday noisily and cheerfully, with dances, songs, to the sound of bells and flashes of amusing lights.

Lovers of solitude will like Bantayan Island more. There are fewer tourists here, prices are lower, only the sound of the surf breaks the silence. And the sea is warm everywhere - up to 28 °, in the atmosphere 29 °. Imagine how nice it is to celebrate the New Year on the beach - just a paradise!

Let it be long and expensive to get to this paradise, it's worth it! But for the Russians there is a visa-free regime, and this is a definite plus.

The situation with hotels in the Philippines is the same as in Thailand. Those. there are cheap hostels, there are cheap guesthouses, there are luxury hotels. The bulk of tourists choose something in between for 1500 - 2000 rubles. for the number.

Vietnam for New Year

The Vietnamese celebrate their New Year according to the lunar calendar, almost a month later than is customary according to European canons. But, to please tourists, by the end of December in all hotels and shopping malls garlands of lights are lit, artificial Christmas trees are dressed up, Santa Clauses appear. And therefore, Vietnam is another beautiful warm country, where I advise you to fly to the sea for the New Year.

Festive events are held in nightclubs, hotel restaurants and beach discos. And the winter weather in the resorts of Vietnam is wonderful: in Phan Thiet 33 ° (at sea 25 °), in Phu Quoc 30 ° (water 27 °).

Be prepared for the fact that many compatriots will be with you on vacation with all the ensuing consequences. The flight is long, tiring, but a visa is not needed when entering the country, and cheapness and a wonderful climate atone for all difficulties.

In terms of pricing for hotels, Vietnam is in the same category as Thailand and the Philippines.

Bali, Indonesia for New Year

Bali or "Island of the Gods" is located in Indian Ocean and combines the jungle, waterfalls, extinct volcanoes, rice fields on mountain terraces and, of course, white sandy beaches.

New Year among blooming nature, on the ocean will leave the most vivid impressions. A festive banquet for vacationers is organized in hotels, on the beach, in nightclubs.

The island has a subequatorial climate. In the water all year round 26-28 ° - this is where the warm sea is on New Year's Eve, and in the air up to 30 °.

Among the disadvantages of resting in Bali is an expensive and long flight, and even an undeveloped transport network. You can’t run into a taxi around the island, it’s far on foot, so it’s most convenient to rent a bike.

There are even cheaper accommodation options in Bali. Literally from 170 rubles. for a hostel bed. But the most popular hotels cost from 3000 rubles per night. In any case, everyone will find an option for themselves.

Dominican Republic for New Year

Worth crossing Atlantic Ocean to celebrate the New Year in the most popular Caribbean country. Even in winter, the temperature of the water in the sea does not fall below 27 °, and in the air up to 30 °.

Fantastic beauty of nature, the azure ocean, white fine sand that does not burn your feet, and the European level of service will turn your holiday into heavenly bliss.

On New Year's holidays, colorful fire shows, grandiose processions with incendiary Latin American dances are waiting for you.

Russians remain visa-free.

In the Dominican Republic, you can also relax cheaply, hostel prices from 140 rubles. On the cheap hotels from 600 rubles Lots of expensive and mid-range options.

New Year's tours at sea in the Dominican Republic also do not stand out in price from the middle segment.

India, Goa for New Year

Goa is another great option to spend the New Year holidays at sea. The resort occupies 100 km of magnificent beaches on the coast of the Arabian Sea. The average winter temperature here is 30°, in the water 28°.

Young people prefer to celebrate the New Year in north goa with its noisy parties and dances under the moon. A more respectable public prefers South Goa with clean deserted beaches, luxurious hotels, old Hindu temples, where they can organize a colorful wedding ceremony for you.

It would seem that India is a poor country, and hotel prices start at 600 rubles. In popular hotels, rooms cost from 4000 rubles.

Cambodia for New Year

The New Year holidays in Cambodia will be relatively inexpensive. The largest part of the cost is the flight. Domestic prices are quite democratic. BUT wonderful beaches, warm sea, outdoor activities make this option attractive for lovers of the exotic.

Cambodia is another super-cheap country with hostel accommodation from 140 rubles. Prices for popular hotels average 2000 rubles.

Sri Lanka for the New Year

"Blessed Land" is a great way to celebrate the New Year for active travelers. On the coast, despite 28-30 °, the heat is not felt, thanks to the fresh sea breeze. The ocean is 28° and conditions are ideal for surfing and diving.

In addition to traveling around the fabulous island, you can afford to fly to the Maldives for a few days. The price for the flight will pleasantly surprise you.

Night in a hostel in Sri Lanka from 230 rubles. Popular hotels cost in the region of 1500 - 2000 rubles.

Tours for the New Year at sea in Sri Lanka are not at all inexpensive.

UAE for New Year

Tour in United Arab Emirates can be compared to traveling oriental tale- this is a great option where to go for the New Year holidays at sea.

Winter - the best time year for beach holidays Persian Gulf. The climate is dry subtropical, 355 sunny days a year, daily temperature in January is 24-26°.

And the combination of ancient oriental customs and large-scale advanced projects is amazing.

The United Arab Emirates is a more expensive and developed country. Here, a night in a hostel from 900 rubles, and a room in a popular hotel from 6,000 rubles.

New Year is the most desired holiday of the year, at this time people spend the maximum amount Money, and if possible, they try to fly to another country for this holiday, because how you celebrate the New Year, so you will spend it.

Cheap flights to Thailand

It is better to prepare for the New Year's Eve in advance, it is better to book a hotel and the desired direction in August or September, when the promotion " early booking”, and the prices are much lower than they will be in the season.

Conventionally, the celebration of the New Year can be divided into several categories:

beach vacation;
winter (mountain skiing) rest;
excursion tours.

Each of these directions, in turn, is divided into many small and unique ones. For example, during the New Year holidays, you can sunbathe inexpensively in Egypt, Thailand (and other resorts in Asia), Africa, South America or in the Middle East.

Winter holidays are possible both in domestic resorts and in the Alps, or on the slopes of neighboring Finland.

Paradoxically, however, some African countries can also boast of snow in their mountains (Tanzania, Morocco), or skiing in the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus in winter.

Speaking about sightseeing tours where you can fly for the New Year, you first of all imagine traditional Europe, with a lot of Christmas markets, lights and other attributes of the main holiday of the year.

Where to fly for the New Year inexpensively?

It should be understood that the New Year and Christmas holidays are considered high season, at this time hotels raise the cost of living, and in many countries it is mandatory to purchase a paid New Year's or Christmas dinner.

Of the beach destinations, it is cheapest to celebrate the New Year in Egypt, if we talk about Europe, then you can go on a bus tour to Poland or the Czech Republic.

We should not forget about low-cost airlines (low-cost airlines), with the help of which you can low prices you can get to any European state.

Where to fly without visas?

What to do if you did not have time to book the celebration of the New Year in advance? Accordingly, you do not have time to open a visa to Finland or to any European state.

What to do? Go to celebrate the most important holiday in one of the visa-free countries.

If you are interested in a winter destination, in particular ski resorts, then pay attention to the slopes of Serbia or Montenegro, this direction is absolutely not popular, but it offers quality service.

Turkey is another winter destination., although the slopes here are more suitable for beginner skiers, most of the hotels operate according to the standard all-inclusive concept for Turkey.

Of the most popular beach destinations, Egypt should be considered; you can rush here at any time. You can also fly to Thailand or the Dominican Republic on a last-minute ticket, charters fly here in winter, and there is no need to open a visa in advance.

It is most pleasant to celebrate the New Year in warm countries, because as you meet it, you will spend it!

Sea resorts can be divided into several categories:

Asia;
Africa;
Europe;
Caribbean Islands;
Near East;
Islands of the Indian Ocean.

Of the Asian resorts should pay attention to Thailand and India. In the Caribbean, the most interesting will be in Cuba. In the Indian Ocean, the most popular islands to visit are the Maldives and Seychelles, the Middle East is represented by the Emirates, and the African continent by Egypt.

New Year in the Canaries

The Canary Islands are almost the only European destination where the most comfortable conditions for a beach holiday are created in winter. The air temperature at this time is about 25-28 degrees, and water about 25.

Beach holidays can be combined with excursions and shopping. It should be remembered that at the end of January, the sales season begins in European outlets, when clothes, shoes and accessories can be purchased at a discount of up to 90%.

Happy New Year Cuba!

Cuba is the island of Liberty and perhaps the most colorful destination in the Caribbean. In addition to a beach holiday, there are many opportunities for active pastime: diving, snorkelling, kitesurfing and other. There is also a rich excursion program on the island.

Maldives and Seychelles

Maldivian and Seychelles perfect for a romantic getaway and honeymoon. This destination is the perfect choice for couples who want to enjoy gorgeous beach and each other's society.

The Maldives can offer peace and tranquility, there is no rich excursion program on the islands, but there is an opportunity for solitude. The Seychelles has nature reserves and natural parks, in this region, everyone can enjoy the beautiful nature, beaches and a high level of service.

Egypt is one of the most popular and budget New Year destinations.

When booking a particular hotel, you should understand that 95% of all hotel complexes in addition to the cost of the tour itself, they will include a mandatory New Year and Christmas dinner, the amount of which depends on the hotel and may be from 25 to 200 dollars.

Holidays in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates is the most popular destination in the Middle East. It is hard to imagine, however, on the site where the ultra-modern metropolis stands 30 years ago there was a desert. AT New Year in the Emirates, in particular in Dubai, the month of sales and discounts begins.

Goa is the most popular resort in India, it is paradoxical that the inhabitants of the country consider this state to be the most non-Indian state in the entire country.

Goa is conditionally divided into two parts:

North;

In general, the total length coastline the entire state is about 100 kilometers, so this division is a very arbitrary thing. The northern part is more suitable for youth recreation, there are a lot of bars, clubs, life is in full swing 24 hours a day.

However, even in the sun there are spots, and here, the coast itself is not very clean, the water in the sea is quite muddy. While sunbathing, your beach neighbors can be stray dogs or cows.

South Goa is a more prestigious and expensive region, there are hotels of a higher level, where the quality of service is good, clean beaches and turquoise water in the sea.

Holidays in Thailand

Thailand is undoubtedly the most popular Asian destination. Depending on your preferences, you can choose resorts located on the islands or noisy Pattaya, which also stands on the mainland. It will be no less interesting to visit Bangkok.

The assortment of almost all tour operators includes combi-tours, during which you can visit Bangkok for several days, and then go to one of beach resorts. There are also tours that combine Bangkok, Pattaya and rest on one of the local islands.

New Year with excursions

New Year is especially interesting in Europe, at this time in most European cities a variety of New Year and Christmas markets, street food festivals are held, and this is also the time when the sales season begins in all shopping centers and outlets.

Chasing the spirit of Christmas: we're going to Europe for the New Year!

Europe is so New Year's and festive throughout the year, and especially during the Christmas holidays.

Annually at the end of November all major European cities turn into a big beautiful New Year's fairy tale, the streets are decorated with festive garlands and lights, everywhere there are souvenir shops and kiosks with traditional New Year's treats.

In Europe for the New Year cheap

There are stereotypes that european holiday is a very expensive pleasure. Is it so? The question is debatable, it all depends on what kind of transport you will get to your destination, in what conditions you live and other other factors.

For example, Bus tours in Europe are available to almost everyone, during such trips you visit several countries and see the main sights.

Prague, Czech Republic

The Czech capital is a symbol of Christmas and New Year, because the city lights up with many lights, various fairs and festivals are held here. The atmosphere of the air during this period is saturated with the spirit of the holiday, and the aroma of festive gingerbread and fragrant mulled wine wafts through the city.

In addition to these traditional attributes, you should try local smoked meats and beer. The history of Prague began more than a thousand years ago, now the symbol of the city is cobbled streets, ancient pavements and beautiful architecture.

On New Year's Eve, you should go to the Old Town Square, all festive events take place here, and then go to the Charles Bridge and make a wish here, which will surely come true next year.

Riga, Latvia

The Latvian capital is at the same time a typical old European city, which retained the charm of past years.

Annually on the eve of the Christmas and New Year holidays, numerous fairs and concerts are held here, and everyone, if desired, can take a ferry to Stockholm for one or two days.

Budapest, Hungary

Budapest can be called European Hollywood, because half of the film is shot in this country and in this city. Wide avenues and narrow streets are decorated with many garlands and festive lights. You can also warm up in one of the local thermal baths.

Rome, Italy

Eternal Rome has retained a lot of sights, centuries-old history and the charm of the past. If you wish, you can visit the Vatican and some neighboring cities. Arriving in Rome, you should take a ride on the City Bus, which will take you to the most important sights.

It is noteworthy that there is a system single ticket , where buying an entrance ticket to one tourist site, you can visit several more for free.

To Europe for Christmas and New Year, sparing nothing!

It should be remembered that most European states celebrates Catholic Christmas, which takes place on December 25th. Seasonal fairs start in early December or late November, most of the celebrations and celebrations take place from December 24 to January 1.

New Year skiing

The most traditional way to celebrate the New Year will be winter destinations where there is a lot of snow and there is an opportunity to go skiing. In most cases, ski holidays are sent to various European countries, for example, France, Austria or Finland.

The most children's ski destination can be called Lapland, where, according to legend, Santa Claus was born. Officially, there is no such country as Lapland, and the territory that defines it belongs to four states at once: Finland, Sweden, Norway and Russia.

Nature is so wound up that during the New Year and Christmas holidays the air in this region seems to be painted in an extraordinary blue color, which makes the atmosphere even more New Year's and festive.

Main asset this region –This is Santa's home. According to legend, until 1985 he lived on the "Woe-Ear", and later moved closer to Arctic Circle. Now his house is located near the city of Rovaniemi in Santa Claus Village.

Many small tourists come here for the most important children's holiday of the year, they can visit the amusement park here - Santa Park.

Tyrol, Austria

Austrian ski resorts will be among the highest quality in Europe. When going on vacation, be sure to take warm and comfortable clothes, because in addition to ski holidays There are many places for hiking here.

The Tyrol region includes several resort areas:

Innsbruck;
Seefeld;
Kitzbühel;
Otztal;
Ishgil;
Arlberg;
Pitztal;
Serfaus.

The total length of all pistes in the region is 3,500 kilometers, there are several ski areas and 53 lifts. There are trails in the region for both professional skiers and those who take their first steps in this sport.

French ski resorts are considered one of the most prestigious in Europe. One of the advantages is the ability to combine skiing, sightseeing and shopping.

The largest skiing region in the world is the French Three Valleys.

There are several completely different and dissimilar resorts here:

Courchevel;
Le Menuire;
Val Thorens;
Brides-les-Bains;
La Tania;
Meribel.

The total length of all tracks is 600 kilometers, there is a common system of lifts, as well as a lot of secluded places and a variety of entertainment. Trails in the region are presented different levels difficulty - from blue-green (for beginners) to black (for professionals).

History of local ski resorts originates in 1925, it was at this time that the first hotels began to appear here. Most of the hotels and apartments are located right on the slopes and near the ski lifts.

In addition to skiing, it is fashionable to go snowboarding, dog sledding, go-karts, and soak in the thermal baths. Night life in the region it is also presented in an assortment, in addition there are a lot of cafes, restaurants, a lot of shops and branded boutiques.

Courchevel is the most prestigious region where the elites of this world and the richest people of Europe and the CIS countries rest. In addition to quality slopes, there are high quality hotels, restaurants and several tourist villages.

Most popular resort for Russians, this is Courchevel 1850, where almost all VIP-level hotels, restaurants with Michelin stars, expensive establishments and the most prestigious boutiques.

In the center of the Three Valleys is the resort region of Meribel. The majority of vacationers are families with children, the trails here are gentle, wide and safe.

Val Thorens is one of the most active resorts in the region; all those who cannot live without skiing, snowboarding and extreme. The resort itself is located at an altitude of 2300 meters above sea level and is one of the most mountain resorts in the world.

Also here is one of the most dangerous black tracks.

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One of the most budget resorts in the region is Les Menuires. The total length of local slopes is about 160 kilometers, most of them are perfect for those who are just starting to ski. Most budget resort in the region - Brides-les-Bains.