The best places to stay without a visa. Cheap visa-free countries

Last Minute Hotels in visa-free countries more popular than travel to countries with strict visa controls. And this is not surprising. Many Russian tourists, going on vacation abroad, have repeatedly faced bureaucratic red tape associated with the need to obtain travel documents. Going through all the formalities takes a lot of time and effort, so when planning their next vacation, Russians are already deliberately choosing visa-free travel destinations. This not only allows you to save on the cost of the trip, but also save your time and nerves. Let's talk in this article, which countries for Russians were included in the list of visa-free states in 2017? And also we will tell you about where the visa will be issued according to the simplified scheme?

Every year more and more states demonstrate a loyal attitude towards visiting their territory by Russian citizens. So, there are countries with simplified visa access, the procedure for issuing a visa takes place upon arrival at the place, which is very convenient. Indeed, in this case, you do not initially have to settle issues with the travel agency and consulate regarding obtaining permits. When passing control at the airport of arrival, it will be enough to present a passport, in isolated cases it will be necessary to confirm the reliability of intentions and show a sample form tourist voucher or return flights.

When passing through the control, in addition to the passport, you may be asked to present a return ticket, voucher, medical insurance, invitation and confirm your solvency by having a certain amount of money. There is no universal period of stay without a visa for all visa-free states, so each country decides this issue separately. Usually the term is 30 days, in some countries - up to 90 days, sometimes - only two weeks.

Where can you go on vacation without a visa?

Let's take a closer look at what visa-free destinations you can choose for your holidays in 2017 and tell you about these countries. The list of the most popular and cheapest visa-free countries includes:

Turkey. Such favorite vacation spots for Russians as Kemer, Antalya and Alania need no introduction. The visa is obtained at the airport of the country of arrival, validity period - 60 days.
Egypt. Though political environment here it can hardly be called stable, many Russians remain true to their choice and continue to rest in Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada. Visa is automatically issued to everyone upon arrival, for a period of 30 days.
Thailand. Everyone who is going to visit Thailand for 30 days or less is stamped in their passport at the airport. A visa must be issued only to those who want to spend 2-3 months in this country, for example, the whole winter. A single entry visa for 60 days will cost $ 40 and then it can be extended for another 30 days.
Russians can stay in Vietnam without a visa for 15 days. If the term is longer, then here, as in many countries, you can issue a Visa on arrival right at the airport for free.
Israel. Russians can enter Israel with one passport, while the maximum stay in this country is 90 days for our tourists.
Georgia. A passport is enough to enter.
Tunisia. A popular visa-free country for our citizens. To visit, you only need a passport valid for more than 3 months from the date of application.
Morocco... Popularity of Morocco among Russian tourists began to grow about 3-4 years ago, since then the trend has not weakened. In many ways, this became possible due to the fact that you do not need a visa to visit this country.
Dominican Republic. To get to the Dominican Republic, it is enough to issue a tarjeta del tourista - a tourist card and pay a fee of 10 euros for it. It allows you to stay in the republic for up to 30 days.
Cuba. You do not need to apply for a visa to travel to Cuba. And the passport must be valid only for the duration of the trip.
China (Hainan Island). If a tourist from Russia arrives in Hainan on his own, then he can apply for a visa at the airport upon arrival. If the composition tourist group, then a visa is not required for Russians.
Mexico and India. These countries require a formal visa. It can be easily issued via the Internet.
Jordan. You do not need to apply for a visa before traveling to Jordan. Tourists receive a permit for 40 dinars right at the airport.

Which European countries is it easy to get a visa to?

Cyprus. The island of Aphrodite attracts tourists with luxurious beaches, ancient architecture and delightful nature. To get to heaven on earth, you will need to apply for a visa online, valid for 90 days.

Bulgaria. Happy owners of a valid Schengen visa will not have to obtain a visa, the period of stay is limited to 3 months. If there is no multiple entry visa, then the authorization document is drawn up at the visa center of Bulgaria or the visa issuance department at the consulate.

Montenegro. In this country, staying without a visa is allowed for 30 days, from here you can visit any visa-free neighbor - Serbia, Macedonia, Bosnia, Herzegovina.

Serbia. You can safely travel to Serbia without a visa if the duration of your trip does not exceed 30 days.

Macedonia. Visa-free travel to Macedonia for Russians will be valid until at least March 2018.

Bosnia and Herzegovina. If you are traveling to this country with a tourist purpose and for no more than 30 days, then you do not need to obtain a visa.

Greece. A short-term visa to Greece costs 35 euros. And although the procedure for obtaining a document is almost the same as in the case of a visa to any other country of the Schengen Union, Greece is the most loyal to tourists from Russia.

Which countries can I travel to with a Russian passport?

Do not forget about the most popular resort countries, entry into which is allowed with an internal Russian passport. Feel free to go there for new experiences, but remember that the period of stay for Russian tourists on their territory is limited to 90 days.

Abkhazia is a sunny land with amazing mountainous nature, ancient caves and healing mineral springs.
Belarus is where neither acclimatization nor the language barrier can prevent you from enjoying your vacation to the fullest.
Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

Average prices for last minute tours to visa-free countries from Moscow

Traveling to countries without a visa on a last minute tour is the ideal and most common vacation option. The cost of such vouchers is indeed 30-40% lower compared to conventional options, and the visa-free regime makes it easy to organize the trip itself. You can choose a tour 4-5 days before the expected date, buy it and get ready quickly. There is no need to worry about whether you will be issued a visa or not.

Visa-free entry to many exotic countries is a little less popular among tourists, as holidays in them are more expensive. But nevertheless, last-minute tours with a departure from Moscow are sold in them more often than to countries where Schengen is required.

Do you want to go abroad, but do not want to get involved in bureaucratic battles with the employees of the embassies? No problem, because there are as many as 38 states that you can visit without unnecessary formalities.

Visa-free countries for Russians, included in this list in 2020, offer beach vacations for all tastes, from inexpensive to exclusive. A relatively short flight is also an important argument when choosing a destination.

Albania refers to the Balkan states. This member of the list is located near Montenegro and Greece, washed by the Ionian and Adriatic seas. The resorts of the Adriatic are rich in pristine sandy beaches. The banks are adorned scenic spots, rocky coves and pine forests. You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa.

Vietnam attracts with pristine nature, good nature of local residents, clean white and pink beaches and mild climate. Here you can completely freely and, which is important, inexpensive, to rest for 15 days.

Georgia... The resorts of Adjara are ideal for families. The cleanest water, mild climate and comfortable conditions were appreciated by many tourists. If you are looking for a vacation abroad without a visa, and to be inexpensive, then Georgia is a great option. Free entry for Russians is valid for a whole year.

Egypt continues the list, despite some difficulties with. Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh still delight vacationers with comfortable hotels. Clean beaches, beautiful underwater life and coral reefs attract travelers all year round. The visa is issued upon arrival, for a month, the price is $ 25.

Israel- a country rich in ancient sights and resort areas. The Mediterranean coast attracts tourists with its unique vegetation, warm healing water of the Dead and. Here you can relax for 90 days in a visa-free regime.

It pleases with bright colors, inexpensive food and the absence of language problems, because the Russians have occupied almost all "hot spots". An electronic visa to India for 30 days is issued online, the cost is $ 60.

Indonesia in 2020 climbed even higher in the list of popular tourist destinations among travelers abroad. Enchanting flora and fauna, many picturesque corners with clear sea water - an ideal place for tourists. Indonesia's shores are popular with surfers and tropical sunshine enthusiasts. During the month, tourists are provided with a visa-free vacation.

– ancient shore Aphrodite, washed by the warm Mediterranean Sea, with vibrant landscapes and beautiful beach stretches. This is a small paradise for tourists. To enter, it is enough to pre-issue a visa online, for a period of 90 days. A single entry is inexpensive, 25 euros, a multi-visa - 65 euros.

- an African state with Arab exoticism. It is washed by the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The coast and Moroccan beaches will delight tourists with unspoiled nature, hot sand and warm water. The visa-free regime for Russians is valid for 90 days.

Thailand- an exotic warm country, similar to a paradise fairy tale. Luxury resorts with coconut trees and transparent blue lagoons will impress any tourist. Visitors from abroad are allowed to enjoy the local beauty for a month.

Located in North Africa and washed by the warm Mediterranean Sea. You can swim here almost all year round. Picturesque shores, clear turquoise water and cozy surroundings are the best place for those traveling with children. Trouble-free and inexpensive vacation in Tunisia provided for a period of 90 days.

Turkey, which at the beginning of 2020 was still on the list of "undesirable" destinations for Russians, continues the list of visa-free countries for beach holiday... The long coast is rich beautiful beaches and historical sites. A month can be spent in Turkey without visa control.

Montenegro- a hospitable country on the Balkan Peninsula. Shore Adriatic sea has picturesque beach resorts, cozy sunny bays and clear waters of the Adriatic. Visa-free entry is valid for 30 days.

Sri Lanka- a paradise on the planet with amazing colors and romantic landscapes. The cleanest beach areas, calm ocean waters, amazing corals and a serene atmosphere will make your stay unforgettable. An entry permit is issued upon arrival, lasting no more than 1 month.

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And a little exotic

If the previous options for getting a tan abroad did not interest you, it is too early to get upset. The most interesting is yet to come. Visa-free travel for Russians extends to another list of countries where you can sunbathe in 2020. They are located, as a rule, on other continents, so this vacation can hardly be called inexpensive. However, the brighter the impression will be.

Antigua and Barbuda Is a small island nation in the Caribbean. Mild climate, exotic vegetation, pink and White sand, cozy bays attract travelers from all over the world. Free entry is open for a month.

Argentina- an unusually bright country on the coast Atlantic Ocean... The beautiful beach coast stretches for 17 km, where there are 24 comfortable resorts, which are overcrowded with tourists in summer. You can rest here for 90 days.

Bahamas Is the next tropical exotic in the Atlantic Ocean on the list. The Bahamas are rich in white sandy beaches, blue lagoons, coral reefs and the pristine tranquility of nature. Visa-free entry for Russians is valid for 3 months.

Barbados located in the eastern part The Caribbean... It is famous for its pristine beaches, lush gardens, caves with underwater lakes and rivers. You can stay here for up to 28 days.

Brazil- a bright exotic country that attracts tourists with its color, warm climate and rhythm of life. Brazil's white sands coastline is very diverse, with secluded scenic spots and crowded resorts. You can rest for 90 days without a visa.

Vanuatu- tropical islands surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. Perfect weather all year round makes your beach holiday unforgettable. For underwater enthusiasts, there is a long list of possibilities here. It is fashionable to spend here abroad honeymoon trip... Visa-free entry for Russians is valid for 30 days.

Venezuela- a wonderful Latin American country with unique exoticism. Picturesque landscapes, delicate sand, abundance of pearls and tropical forests will leave a lot of impressions. Margarita Island is famous great rest and clean warm water. A visa is not required for visits up to 90 days.

Haiti- a tropical island nation surrounded by coral reefs, hot sand, transparent lagoons and romantic sunsets. Three months are allowed without any formalities.

Hong Kong, washed on three sides by the South China Sea, is rarely offered in tourist lists for a beach holiday. And in vain. Numerous bays and coves stretch along the coastline and the cleanest coastline is protected from the wind mountain ranges and great for swimming. Russians are allowed to rest here for two weeks without a visa.

Grenada located on the southeast coast Caribbean... Cozy bays, a rich underwater world and a deserted coast are created for lovers of calm, peaceful leisure. It is allowed to stay in the visa-free regime for 90 days.

Located in the eastern part of Haiti. Evergreen vegetation and white beaches with delicate sand, diving and snorkeling activities will be remembered by guests from abroad for a long time. You can spend a whole month in the country without obtaining an entry permit.

Kenya continues the list of directions where you can gain impressions relatively inexpensively. The Indian Ocean washing it will delight tourists with warm waters all year round. Possibility of classes aquatic species sports perfectly diversify leisure. The visa is put at the airport for a period of 90 days, costing $ 50.

Colombia... The waves of the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea wash the shores of this amazing and picturesque state. The Caribbean coastline is rich in secluded beach resorts and tropical exoticism. Russians are allowed to stay in the country for 90 days.

Comoros are distinguished by excellent beaches with emerald crystal-clear waters and wild untouched nature. It is not for nothing that those who have come from abroad call them "tropical paradise". The visa is issued upon arrival, for 45 days, and costs 30 euros.

Costa Rica tops the list of the happiest countries in the world. It is located in Central America, known for its colorful beaches with azure water on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. You can rest for 30 days without an entry permit.

- the famous Freedom Island offers unique opportunities for diving and underwater photography. The country's luxurious beach resorts welcome tourists all year round. Russians can rest in Cuba in a visa-free regime for no more than 30 days.

- the zest of the Indian Ocean, enjoying immense popularity in 2020. Island state prized for its luxurious beachfront location, colorful plants, diving sports and weddings. Rest is allowed for two months without an entry permit.

Malaysia- a small tropical paradise with white sandy islands and stunning delicate sand, picturesque bays and azure water. It is allowed to spend a vacation in Malaysia without opening a visa for 30 days.

- the famous islands of the Indian Ocean are truly its pearl. Maldivian beaches are located in picturesque transparent lagoons with luxurious comfortable villas and the peaceful tranquility of nature. You can enjoy a visa-free stay for 30 days.

- another member of the list from South America... A cheerful state, which is washed by two oceans - the Pacific and the Atlantic. The famous Acapulco is prized for its relaxing climate, stunning beach resorts and rugged nightlife... You can stay here for half a year without visa control.

Seychelles are located in the west of the Indian Ocean. Pristine charming nature, white and pink beaches, clear water, soft sand- all this is called "a small paradise on earth." You can rest here for up to 30 days.

Fiji- great fabulous islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are renowned for their excellent facilities for weddings, luxury getaways, diving, surfing and snorkeling. For 4 months, Russians are allowed to stay freely.

Jamaica completes the list of visa-free countries for 2020. This delightful island in the north of the Caribbean beckons to itself with outlandish places and virgin nature, elite beaches with golden sand, warm sun and hospitality. 30 days are allowed to stay in Jamaica without an entry permit.

Consolidated list of visa-free countries for beach holidays

№	The country	Visa-free days
1	Abkhazia	90
2	Albania	90
3	Antigua and Barbuda	30
4	Argentina	90
5	Bahamas	90
6	Barbados	28
7	Brazil	90
8	Vanuatu	30
9	Venezuela	90
10	Vietnam	15
11	Haiti	90
12	Hong Kong	14
13	Grenada	90
14	Georgia	365
15	Dominican Republic	21
16	Israel	90
17	Indonesia	30
18	Colombia	90
19	Costa Rica	30
20	Cuba	30
21	Mauritius	60
22	Malaysia	30
23	Maldives	30
24	Morocco	120
25	Seychelles	30
26	Thailand	30
27	Tunisia	90
28	Turkey	90
29	Montenegro	90
30	Fiji	120
31	Jamaica	30

Vacation planning is an exciting process. The success of the trip depends on the right choice of the country for the rest. But often the possibility of travel is limited by the visa regime of entry into the country. What if there is no possibility of obtaining a visa? Choose countries where you can go without a visa.

Video: overview of visa-free countries on the map

Where in Europe to rest without a visa?

Visiting most of the European countries is a necessity for Russians. But not all European countries are members of the Schengen agreement.

Countries with visa-free travel in 2020:

- You can travel around the country for a whole month, to enter you have a passport with you, the validity period of which ends no earlier than the end of the trip.
Ukraine, - the period of stay is up to 3 months, you must present both passports: both a citizen of the Russian Federation and a foreign one.
- stay up to two months, only a passport is required.
- you can travel up to a month, you must have foreign passport.
Moldova - travel period - 90 days, a foreign passport is required.
- travel period - 90 days, in addition to a foreign passport, it is desirable to have a certified invitation or a voucher from a travel company.
Bosnia and Herzegovina - travel period - up to 1 month, in addition to a passport, you need a certified invitation-support, the provision of tickets to the Motherland, a travel agency voucher.

Countries with different entry conditions

You can also travel to Europe without a visa to the following countries:

... In general, Russians need a visa to travel to Cyprus. But in case of arrival by aircraft landing in Paphos or Larnaca, it is possible to purchase a visa for three months online in advance. You must first submit an application form on the embassy website.
B and a two-week visit to the border part of the Sør-Varanger region is allowed if the Russian lives no more than 35 km from the Norwegian border. V northern regions Kaliningraders can visit the Warmia-Masurian, Pomor Polish regions for a month.
And for a period of 90 days, you can go to Russians - residents of cities: Krasnogorodsk, Pechera, Pytalovo, Ostrov and the Pskov region.

Where to relax at sea without a visa?

The overwhelming majority of Russians associate holidays abroad with the obligatory swimming in the warm sea. In which countries by the sea can you spend your vacation?

Turkey

Previously, to visit Turkey, you had to pay for a visa upon entering the country. Now this procedure is not required, so Russians can visit any of Turkish resorts and stay in the country for up to 30 days. High-quality service, all-inclusive system, excellent nightclubs and mandatory animation in every hotel are indispensable conditions for rest in Turkish hotels. Additionally, you can purchase a tour for a flight to Israel, enjoy excursion programs.

Vietnam

Traveling does not require a visa in advance - it is issued upon arrival in the country. However, before buying a ticket and traveling, you must obtain permission from the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam to obtain a visa upon entry. This can be done in two ways: through a tour operator or on your own via the Internet. The "Vietnamese" destination is still new, so it's worth visiting the country before it turns into a typical tourist reservation.

Dominican Republic

A visa is issued directly at the airport upon arrival in the country. Valid for a month. Beach holidays in the Dominican Republic are pearl white beaches and coral reefs, warm ocean and gentle sun. There is also a huge nature reserve with American crocodiles in the country. Tourist enthusiasts will appreciate the many museums and monuments that highlight the history of the colonization of the islands.

Egypt

A country proven by generations of tourists, where traditional beach activities are successfully combined with ancient history... Those who want to enjoy spa vacation and to visit the majestic pyramids, you only need to pay $ 20 for entry. Read more about and methods of free entry.

Israel

Jerusalem is ancient city with a special atmosphere, as if saturated with the spirit of ancient world religions. And the Dead Sea of Israel is famous for its healing properties. Russians can stay in without a visa for up to 90 days.

Maldives

To fly on means to enjoy a vacation on the cleanest beaches surrounded by a piercing blue sea with coral reefs, try yourself in diving and plunge into the atmosphere of absolute peace. The right to enter is confirmed by a visa, which the tourist receives for $ 10 right at the airport.

Thailand

"Pop", so attractive to tourists, also does not require travelers to pre-apply for a visa to enter.

For a 30-day stay in the country, a passport with two blank pages is sufficient, the validity of which expires no earlier than six months before the end of the trip.

Will it be possible to have a vacation without a visa in Greece?

Planning a trip to Greek resorts? No wonder - the chic climate, abundance of entertainment and rich architecture attract tourists to Greece from all over the world.

Unfortunately for most Greek resorts a Schengen visa is required.

But there is a way out - a trip to one of the islands adjacent to Turkey... An entry visa is provided to a tourist upon arrival in the country. Its cost is 30 euros.

List of Greek islands where you can go by ferry from Turkey and get a short-term visa "on the spot":

Cyclades Islands: Mykonos and Santorini.
Lesvos.
Chios.

Visa-free entry to other countries worthy of the attention of tourists

Peculiarities:

period of stay - 90 days;
document - an internal passport of the Russian Federation;
you cannot leave Abkhazia for Georgia.

Azerbaijan

Peculiarities:

period of stay - 90 days;
ethnic Armenians are prohibited from entering the country, regardless of their citizenship;
refusal to enter if there are marks of Nagorno-Karabakh in the passport.

The period of stay is 90 days.

Bangladesh

Peculiarities:

The travel period is 3 months.
A visa is issued upon entry for $ 50.

Length of stay - 14 days

Peculiarities:

The period of stay is 90 days.
A ban on visiting the country for persons with stamps of Abkhazia, South Ossetia in passport.

Indonesia, island

Peculiarities:

The visa is issued upon arrival.
A return ticket is required.
The travel period is 30 days.
The cost is $ 25.
It is possible to extend the stay by a month.

Peculiarities:

The travel period is 30 days.
The cost of a visa is 10 Jordanian dinars.
Possibility of increasing the period of entry by six months.

Peculiarities:

A tourist visa is issued upon arrival.
Validity period - 1 month.
You must provide a photo or pay an additional fee.
The cost is $ 20.

Visa-free entry is granted for a 30-day period.

The visa is issued at the airport upon arrival. You must provide 2 photos.

The cost of different types of visas:

15 days - $ 30;
30 days - $ 40;
90 days - $ 90.

Syria

Visa on arrival is available for men only for $ 20.

Peculiarities:

free visa-free entry for 21 days;
visa for 59 days upon arrival for 62 dollars.

Peculiarities:

Requires preliminary online registration and payment of $ 20 for information processing.
At the airport, it will be necessary to present a printout of the visa permit, after which the tourist will be issued a 30-day double-entry visa (cost - $ 20).

Term - up to 60 days.

South Ossetia

Peculiarities:

The duration of stay is 3 months.
Possibility of entry with an internal passport.
You cannot move from Ossetia to Georgia.

Infographic: Complete List of Visa-Free Countries

Rest abroad without a passport

Resort countries where it is worth buying a ticket or going to travel "savages" without a foreign passport at all are:

Abkhazia. The purest sea water and low housing prices are very attractive for tourists. The most popular resorts of Abkhazia are New Athos where to visit unique caves, Gagra with rich history and architectural monuments, Pitsunda, Sukhum and Gudauta.
Belarus. This former Soviet republic is famous for its sights and quality sanatoriums. There is no sea in Belarus, but there is a huge number of lakes and protected areas. It is better to go here on a voucher to a sanatorium and combine rest with excursion programs: visiting Belovezhskaya Pushcha, visiting historical monuments in Grodno, Minsk and Brest.
is a region famous for its unique national reserves and a whole complex of historical, architectural and archaeological sites... Baikonur, the world's first cosmodrome, is also of interest to tourists, as well as rest in the best ski resorts located on the slopes of Altai.

Why should you choose a country with a visa-free entry regime for your holiday?

Obtaining a visa is fraught with certain difficulties:

Impossibility of purchasing a "burning ticket". Visa processing takes quite a lot of time, so it is impossible to save money by purchasing a last minute ticket - most of these tours are sold out 2-3 days before a possible departure.
Long visa processing time. This is especially true in the summer period - during the summer holidays, huge queues of potential tourists gather at the embassies.

He returned calm, relaxed and different - this is how happy tourists describe the sensations of a trip to Indonesia. Indeed, the country is in stark contrast to the familiar reality of the European. Take, for example, the island of Bali. While 88% of the country's population is Muslim, Hinduism is firmly entrenched on the island. Eastern poise is felt in everything. Bali ranks first in the world for the variety and quality of spa treatments.

The most popular resort area in Bali is called Nusa Dua. It is located 20 minutes from international airport... Hotels located on this coast have a 4-5 star status.
The beach in Nusa Dua itself High Quality: fine yellow sand and clear transparent ocean waters.
The Kuta area has rightfully earned the title of the most youthful resort in Bali due to a large selection of budget accommodation. Good for those who love waves and would like to enroll in a surf school.

The disadvantages of resting in Bali include the ebb and flow, which does not allow swimming 24 hours a day. This natural phenomenon is least pronounced in the Jimbaran beach area. The resort attracts tourists from all over the island for the magnificent sunset views, as well as to dine in one of the many fish restaurants in the fresh air.

If you need exotic, and all the popular resorts of Bali have been explored, then you need to head for resort areas Lovina and Pemuteran. Firstly, you can watch dolphins here. Secondly, the beach is made of black volcanic sand and is washed by the sea, not the ocean. And most importantly, these resorts will give you the opportunity to feel the atmosphere of the island as it was a decade and a half ago.

Russian citizens can travel to Indonesia without a visa for 30 days. And when departing from Bali, you need to pay an airport tax, which is $ 16-17.

Rum, cigars, coffee and black coral jewelry are a must-have for the Island Free souvenirs. There is nothing to fly to him from Moscow - about 12 hours by direct flight. The “high” season in Cuba lasts from mid-November to early April. The average annual water temperature does not drop below + 24 ° C.

The number one resort in Cuba is Varadero. It really is as beautiful as it is said to be: white sand, tropical plants, azure water merging with the blue sky. True, there are no attractions in Varadero, only the beach and the beach.

An hour's drive from paradise beach the capital is located - Havana. Vintage cars from the 60s and 70s drive around the streets, and the Capitol is built in the city center, just like in Washington. In old Havana, tourists are attracted by the Hotel Ambos Mundos, known for the fact that Ernest Hemingway lived and worked here. It is better to come to Havana without an overnight stay because most hotels leave much to be desired: the rooms can be small, without windows.

The jungle, golden beaches of Rio de Janeiro - all this, like a magnet, attracts millions of tourists from all over the world to the country. In addition, the beaches in the country are full of world names, the sea is warm and transparent, and tourists invariably talk about Brazilian cuisine, like Brazilian women, with a breath. Another popular attraction for tourists is the carnival.

V large cities the traveler always has a choice: to stay for a penny, in a shabby Soviet-style hostel, or expensive, but in a new private hotel of a good standard. The only drawback: the road to this beautiful country from Russia is long and not cheap.

Tourist Mecca of Georgia - Adjara. Here, both beach classics and adventure lovers will satisfy their hunger. Batumi has a large selection of hotels and restaurants, free sun loungers on the beaches. And along the sea there is a seven-kilometer bike path. A pebble beach, but rubber slippers will save the day.

There is a tower with free chacha in the center of the capital of Adjara. But the locals advise to go to the villages for the right Georgian vodka: “It's real there. At 60 degrees. " Another must-see item on the program, a funicular ride from the windows of which you can see both the new districts of Batumi and the sleeping areas.

In 30 minutes from Batumi there is a Botanical Garden, which has no analogues in the entire CIS space. Walking slowly through the park, you will eventually come to the sea. By the way, free wi-fi is available for garden guests.

Two hours' drive from Batumi National park"Mtirala" with several ecological paths in the mountains. One leads to a waterfall, the water to which is sweet as nectar, and the second to mountain lake bathing in which is very refreshing.

The country, also known as Montenegro, is small and even for a short vacation you can see all the cities and beaches. They usually start from the capital and the main tourist center Montenegro - Budva. There is everything here: beaches, discos, restaurants and bars, casinos, sports grounds.

Two kilometers from Budva, there is the recalcitrant Ploce beach, made of concrete slabs on the edge of the cape. Due to the fact that there is neither sand nor pebbles, the sea is clean and deep. The transparency of the water reaches 30 meters.

The Big Beach resort is located almost on the border with Albania - it is a dozen kilometers of gray volcanic sand. The place is ideal for families with children. And due to the abundance of waves, the place is chosen by kitesurfers.

Old Kotor, listed World heritage UNESCO is also a must-see. The city is located at the foot of a 300-meter hill, on the coast of the bay. Compared to Budva, it is very humid and stuffy here. The town disposes to a quiet rest. Being one of the centers of seafaring in the Adriatic Sea, Kotor welcomes yachts of all stripes.

Thailand, in which everything tourist is put on stream, can hardly be called "exotic". But the country has rightfully earned the status of a destination offering the best price / quality ratio for foreigners. Both for those who come to improve their health, and for extreme people in the race for sex tours and round-the-clock parties.

A couple of years ago, the Thai authorities took care of the cleanliness of the beaches. All sunbeds and umbrellas were removed from them, they were cleared of annoying sellers and fast food stalls. Now Thai beaches are more like perfect pictures from catalogs. The two main resorts of the country are Phuket and Pattaya. Both offer a vibrant nightlife and gastronomic variety.

For the best diving and diving safari, you should go to the Similian Islands. There is an abundance of soft and hard corals, reef fish, as well as larger representatives of the underwater world: blue rays and whale sharks.

A country in which there is always someone to talk to in Russian. Many Russians, Belarusians, Ukrainians with Jewish roots migrated here, and they did it not in vain. Israel boasts access to two seas at once: the Red and the Mediterranean, historical heritage, quality service and warm winters.

If your soul asks for diving, then you need to go to Eilat, hire a coach and dive with a mask in the Red Sea. Tel Aviv, located on the shore Mediterranean Sea, will be remembered for excursions, rich nightlife and sociable people on the beach. For privacy and more budget accommodation, you need to go to neighboring Netanya. By the way, this city has the largest number of Russian-speaking population.

A safe bet is a trip to the Dead Sea. This is an opportunity to undergo treatment in one of the medical centers, lie down on the waters of the saltiest sea in the world for 20 minutes (it cannot be longer). Each hotel in the resort has solariums, and the best of them have full-fledged SPA centers with heated water from the Dead Sea. Relaxation is guaranteed, for those who want to improve their health, doctors advise to travel for at least 14 days.

A gastronomic paradise for meat-eaters and spice lovers in different variations. In the north of the country, preference is given to pilaf, fried meat, dough products and flat cakes. The South is famous for its complex rice and vegetable dishes, as well as excellent desserts. Tea is the country's main drink. It begins with it, and it ends with it.

Such close and at the same time not immediately understandable to our tourist Uzbekistan is a treasure architectural monuments and one of the centers of the legendary Silk Road. In the popular cities of Bukhara, Khiva and Termez, you can touch and feel the real ancient East. Accommodation and food at reasonable prices. Dozens of direct flights from many cities of Russia fly to Tashkent.

Morocco is a country with comfortable weather all year round (more than 300 sunny days a year). It is rarely overcast here. Wide sandy beaches make the country an ideal holiday destination for lovers beautiful photos on Instagram. Morocco is perhaps one of the few countries where you can still taste traditional Arab exoticism without sacrificing comfort and without risking your well-being.

Rest in one of the traditional hammams in Marrakech will help you get a feel for the country. Shopping at the jewelry market at the Bab Smarin gate in Fez. And also a glass of authentic Moroccan tea in a coffee shop on Djemaa el-Fna square. Thalassotherapy, which Moroccans know a lot about, will help you to fully relax with every cell.

"Beach holidays at the highest level" - this is how tourists characterize the Dominican Republic. The country is known for the cleanest sea and beaches of white sand, located in lagoons, sheltered from the waves of the ocean by coral reefs. While the historical sights of the Dominican Republic cannot boast. There are only such ones here in the capital of Santo Domingo.

The most popular resort in the country is Punta Cana, where the water temperature does not drop below +26 degrees. The most spectacular entertainment is a trip to the reserve with dolphins in Manati Park Bavaro.

National drink Dominican Republic- rum, more than 15 varieties of it are produced here. The national cocktail of the Dominicans is called Mamahuana. It is prepared from rum, red house wine, bark of a special type of trees, honey and bush branches.

How about a weekend abroad? We have compiled for you TOP-10 countries to which you can go without a preliminary visa application.

The number of countries where you can go without first applying for a visa is slowly but surely increasing. Why not take one of these on an express tour this coming weekend? WomanJournal.ru has prepared TOP-10 visa-free countries for Russia.

Visa-free country Montenegro

Entry to the territory of this country without a visa is possible only for tourist purposes and for a period not exceeding 30 days. A tourist voucher is issued at the border. Travel time when departing from Moscow will be 2 hours 50 minutes.

In its way, this visa-free country is unique, as it provides an opportunity for a decent vacation for different categories of tourists. For the extreme sports lover, there are many options for active leisure activities: rafting, diving, rock climbing, hiking... If you prefer a passive beach vacation, 73 kilometers of beaches are at your service.

Also, the weekend can be devoted to studying the history of Montenegro. On the territory of this visa-free country, many ancient fortresses, monasteries and ancient cities have been preserved.

Many tourists fall in love with Montenegro after the first trip and devote a lot of free time to it. Moreover, there is something to see in such resort towns as Budva, Sveti Stefan, Petrovac, Becici, Rafailovici, Herceg Novi, Igalo, Milocher, Ulcinj, Kotor, Perast and Risan.

Serbia visa-free country

Three hours of flight - and you are in Serbia. For Russians, entry into this country is visa-free for a period of 30 days.

Serbia is recommended for those who prefer ecological holidays. Serbs are very proud of the nature of their country and in every possible way preserve it. There are more than 30 lakes, five nature reserves, mud resorts.

Serbia is a country of ancient culture, medieval monasteries and castles. Here you can see the capital of the country Belgrade, visit the thermal resorts: Vrnjachka Banya, Banja Koviljaca, Zlatibor, Buyanovachka Banya, Soko Banya, Niska Banya, climb the ski resorts. If you visit ski resort Yakhorin, you will see the location of the 1984 Winter Olympics.

Serbia is attractive for tourists throughout the year due to its warm climate.

Croatia visa-free country

To enter Croatia, you do not need to apply for a visa, if during your stay in this country you do not plan to visit other countries. In the period from May 1 to October 31, you can come on vacation even without a travel voucher or a letter of guarantee.

For the beach lover Better conditions, of course, in summer at a comfortable temperature of 25-29 degrees Celsius. Here you can relax on the sandy, pebble and stone beaches of the Adriatic coast. Yachting is well developed.

If the purpose of the express tour is a walk in the mountains, then you will not be disappointed, as in Croatia they are of stunning beauty.

And you can splash in plenty of mud baths. Croatia is one of the most popular balneological resorts.

This visa-free country has a very measured way of life. Croatians are friendly but unhurried. This is probably the reason why you cannot find exclusively youth hotels here. Almost all of them are quiet and calm. If you are looking for a little peace and harmony with nature, a three-hour flight - and you are already in Croatia.

Visa-free country Turkey

A little more than two hours of flight when leaving Moscow - and you are in Turkey. You can enter this country without a visa, it is issued at any customs point. The validity of a foreign passport must be more than three months from the end of the trip.

If you are attracted to sea vacation, choose any of the four seas - Black, Aegean, Mediterranean or Marmara.

In Turkey, it is worth visiting: Erciyes, where snow trails operate from November to April, the capital of this visa-free country, Istanbul, the resort of Side, where you can not only relax on numerous beaches, but also see the relics of ancient history, Kemer with its beautiful landscapes, beaches and bays , The "capital" of tennis and golf Belek, Antalya is a tropical paradise with plantations of bananas, cotton and citrus fruits.

Visa-free country Russia (Sochi)

Of course, if we are talking about traveling without a visa, then the main visa-free country for us, of course, remains our home country - Russia. Rest here can be found for every taste, in particular, in the sensational Sochi.

The capital of the upcoming Winter Olympics is a worthy weekend getaway. During an express tour in Sochi, you can gain strength for the coming week, soak up the warm sun, which is always abundant here, or just walk between the palm trees.

If a quiet weekend is not your element, go to Krasnaya Polyana. Ski season in Sochi starts in November and lasts until March. Thanks to the construction of the Olympic facilities, modern lifts and well-prepared tracks will be at your service.

And Sochi is also famous for its winemaking. Even if you are not particularly versed in wines, you can taste some interesting samples. Do not forget to take your favorite home so that you can remember with a glass of wine how good it was on the Black Sea coast.

The journey to Sochi by air will take you a little over two hours, taking into account the departure from Moscow.

Visa-free country Ukraine (Yalta)

Why not take a weekend trip to the "heart" of Crimea - Yalta ?! In summer, this city boils and boils with the most lively tourist life. In winter, he is calm and seemingly asleep. But even in the off-season it is interesting in Yalta, since this Ukrainian city is famous for the combination of architectural monuments inscribed in the mountainous terrain. There are many old buildings, museums, parks and squares here.

A trip to Yalta is recommended not only for architecture lovers, but also for everyone who misses the warm sun. This is especially true now. The sun shines there for about 2,250 hours a year. This is the same as in the famous Nice, Cannahi San Remo.

Yalta is also famous for its winemaking. Crimean grape varieties are surprisingly fragrant due to the generous sun. The residents of Yalta are proud of their wines and recommend to the guests of the city to taste them.

And the city's pride is the embankment, which is a must-walk.

If you break out to Yalta now, you can still catch the flowering of almonds. At this time, the air is filled with a tart aroma.

To visit Yalta, you need to fly to Simferopol, and from there take a car to the visa-free country of Ukraine.

Visa-free country Sri Lanka

You can also see all the beauties of Sri Lanka without first applying for a visa. If the time tourist trip does not exceed 30 days, the visa is issued upon arrival. To obtain it, you must have a passport, the validity of which is at least three months from the end of the trip, completed on English language migration card, confirmation of hotel reservation, cash for the duration of your stay in Sri Lanka, as well as a return ticket with a fixed date of departure.

Despite the fact that Sri Lanka is only a small island in Indian Ocean, it prepares for tourists a lot of interesting things: there are stunning beaches, excellent conditions for diving and surfing, numerous cultural and historical monuments, ancient ruins.

This visa-free country is a shopaholic's paradise. The prices here are low, and the assortment is wide. You cannot go back, for example, without precious stones. In Sri Lanka, sapphires, amethysts, garnets and moonstone are mined.

It is worth paying attention to the local textiles, which in Sri Lanka good quality and very cheap at the same time.

To feel the flavor of Sri Lanka and understand that you want to come back here again, you have to spend nine hours on the road.

Israel

Holidays in Israel are different from visiting other countries. Here tourists not only spend their free time in an interesting way, but also come into contact with Christian history.

Thanks to the hot climate, myriad of attractions and unique geography: snow-capped mountains, forests, desert and the sea - each guest of this visa-free country for Russia has “his own” Israel.

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