In autumn and winter, the choice of where to go is not so great as in a hot season, and time is limited, because vacation, basically, all take in the summer. And if not, it's not a fact that it falls on the planned days. About that where it is possible to go without superfluous efforts, we will tell in this article.
Nearby, interesting and cheap - these are the main criteria for choosing a holiday destination for most Russians in the autumn-winter period. At this time of year go voyages to the cities where you can quickly get: cognitive and entertaining trips to Moscow and St. Petersburg, sightseeing - to Veliky Novgorod, Pskov, Kiev, Kazan. Of the European capitals, those in demand that take less time to travel are in demand, and the trip will not be too expensive - Helsinki, Riga, Vilnius, Tallinn. The longest trips for the holidays according to statistics are planned for five or six days, but for this it will be necessary to add a couple more at your own expense by the three days off.All trips can be divided into two large parts: those for which you need money and documents, and those for which you can get by with a minimum. This, of course, does not mean that you can go somewhere without a passport at all, but for some trips you will need a passport and a visa, and for some - only a ticket to the nearest train.
Tallinn, Estonia. This is exactly the option when your passport should already have a Schengen visa. The advantages of Tallinn as a tourist destination are not only in proximity to the border of our country, the availability of cheap air tickets and the simplicity of the route. That's where you can really see "Europe in miniature": the Tallinn Old Town is in no way inferior to the historical center of Prague. And Tallinn is famous for spa treatments - you can please yourself with a pleasant relaxation and recovery of the whole organism.
Istanbul or Antalya, Turkey. In order to go to Turkey, a visa is not needed. At the resorts you can relax from the grayness that has already come in Russia and relieve the stress that has accumulated from the onset of the first autumn months. If you decide to go to Istanbul, you definitely will not lose: the autumn-winter weather is great for excursions, for acquaintance with the capital's cultural monuments and visiting the Turkish bazaars. In addition, in the summer heat, sometimes it is difficult to force yourself to try the famous Turkish sweets and other hearty dishes.
Eilat, Israel. Another visa-free destination is Israel. Bathing in warm sea water, thalassotherapy and many other procedures in local spa centers can be combined with excursions, unforgettable trips to holy places, and also no less interesting trips to museums. The Israeli cuisine makes a special impression. For the youth, all the conditions have been created, so that you can have a good time: night clubs and discos - for those who like to dance to loud music; infrastructure, which will allow you to practice water sports, which, undoubtedly, will appeal to fans of active leisure.
Gold ring. This is the most popular tourist route, both for foreigners and for our compatriots. It consists of eight major cities - Sergiev Posad, Suzdal, Yaroslavl, Kostroma, Ivanovo and Vladimir. And there is also a non-main list, which includes Gorokhovets, Kidekshu, Gus-Khrustalny, Murom, Palekh, Alexandrov, Bogolyubovo, Ples, Rybinsk, Uglich, Kalyazin, Tutayev, Yuryev-Polsky! A good opportunity to get acquainted with both cities from the official list, and with the discussion - it will be interesting everywhere.
St. Petersburg. This city is popular with tourists at any time of the year. But in November he is beautiful with a special gloomy beauty that reflects his historical essence well. If you do not have a visa and you are not ready to pay a large amount for a weekend trip, then St. Petersburg can become a compromise option.