Holidays with children abroad where to go. Where is the best place to relax with children in summer?

Every day it gets hotter and hotter outside. And every day we are getting closer and closer to summer. And when summer comes, we can go to the beach and enjoy life to the fullest! But what should those who don’t have someone nearby do? nice beach? How should they be? We know where you can go on holiday abroad with your child at sea in the summer of 2019, so that it is inexpensive and comfortable. Check out our recommendations and make your choice.

Holidays on the islands.

Vacationing with children on the islands is very cool. Firstly, there are not many vacationers there. Not everyone loves islands, as they are sometimes expensive to vacation on. Secondly, if it is an island, then it is washed by water on all sides. This means that the shores of the island and the beaches are sandy, and the sand there is white and clean! Thirdly, a holiday on the islands is the most beautiful thing in the world.
But where to go? We suggest you visit the island of Mauritius, which is located in Indian Ocean and is located near Madagascar. Beautiful island where kind and friendly people live. Vacationers are always welcome here and tourism on the island is very well developed.
True, there is one BUT that can scare off tourists. And that’s just the price of food. After all, Mauritius is not a large island, and growing wheat or raising animals on it is a bad thing. Therefore, all the food on the island is imported and is quite expensive. But this is the only negative. And everything else, including the weather and water temperature, is just a plus.

Holidays with children in Europe.

Europe is the main place where people fly on vacation with children. And there are many directions, you just need to choose the one that you like the most.
For example, a budget option– Bulgaria and Golden Sands resorts. Prices here are sometimes lower than in Russia, and recreation is much higher. In summer the weather in Bulgaria is simply wonderful. There is no wild heat here, no strong scorching winds, and the weather remains almost unchanged all summer. That’s why people come here with their children and spend time.
Also, tourists with children fly to Greece, where prices are also not the highest. But a holiday in Greece can be overshadowed by extreme heat and drought. Still, the location of the country makes itself felt. Therefore, when choosing Greece you need to be careful. It is advisable during the day, when the sun shines most actively, to sit in a hotel room with air conditioning. And visit beaches and other entertainment before lunch and after lunch.

Asian countries.

Travel with a child to countries South-East Asia not recommended in summer. For example, in Vietnam famous resort Nha Trang has a lot of vacationers. People fly here from all over the world. But in summer here every day the temperature is always above +30 degrees. And at night it is slightly below +26 degrees. The water in the sea is warm and warms up to +28 degrees. And everything seems great, but not quite so. Due to the intense heat, you are unlikely to be able to stay on the beach with your child for a long time. you will have to visit the beach in the morning and evening, when the sun disappears below the horizon. Otherwise, you cannot avoid skin burns, especially in children.
Also at this time of year, resorts in Asia often experience heavy downpours and thunderstorms. After all, there is heat and drought, plus a lot of water, and there are heavy downpours that can develop into a storm. And being with a child in such weather is not the best.
But tourists still fly here and relax with their children. After all, there are hotels here for couples with children. Plus, hotels have their own swimming pools with areas for children. And parents relax near the pool with their children.

Hello, dear readers! On the eve of summer I asked myself a question about a holiday with a child at sea: where to go? How much will it cost in 2018? Where is it better to go with a very small child: to Russia or abroad?

If you are looking for answers to the same questions, don’t bother, because I found everything for you, compared it and wrote about it below.👌 You will learn about the pros and cons of each option for a holiday with a child at sea, approximate prices, and definitely decide on a family vacation. All prices are for a family of two adults and one child under 6 years old. Study the information carefully, especially if this is your first trip to the sea with your baby, because Vacationing with a small child in foreign lands is an extremely responsible matter.

Where to go on holiday with a child abroad

Türkiye

Sunny Türkiye is the most popular place for holidays with children. Gone are the days when she was a curiosity! Now every second person has been to Turkey and knows that it’s rare to find such a service for reasonable price. Türkiye is the best suitable for families with small children, because everything you need can be found right at the hotel. Five meals a day on an all-inclusive basis, swimming pools, playgrounds, massage, animation, beach - all this is literally under your nose.

I’ve been to Turkey twice and, to be honest, I was a little bored (I wanted parties and adventures for my butt). But since we were going to the sea with a two-year-old child, we chose this quiet place near Alanya. The baby survived the trip perfectly, without acclimatization at all, and this is the most important thing. By the way, prices in Alanya are more than affordable - a tour for two adults with a child can be found for 80,000 rub. for two weeks, though most likely it will be the second beach line and a small area.

Now I understand that our first hotel in Turkey was gorgeous. Its own water park, a lot of food and bars, an amphitheater with extremely funny animators, discos, excellent playgrounds and towns, its own large sandy beach with awnings and sun loungers. I would return here with my family and I advise you - the hotel is called Saphir Hotel. During the season, the cost of the tour will cost approx. 115,000 rubles in 14 days.

I would also like to mention one of the best places for holidays with children - Belek city. This is an artificial, but skillfully created area with fashionable hotels, golden velvet sand and all the conditions for a comfortable life. Hence high prices- on average from 150,000 rubles.

Advantages of holidaying with a child at sea in Turkey:

All the food and entertainment without leaving the cash register.
Budget vacation. Even movers vacation in Turkey! And this has its downside, see below.
A short flight - only 3 hours to Antalya airport. You can just fit in your child's nap.
Most places are great sandy beaches, good entry into the sea, which is very important for bathing children.
Service is up to par. This means you don’t have to fix the faucet yourself, wash your towels, or wait a long time for drinks at the bar. Smiling Turks will always come to the rescue!
They also love children very much. That's very true.

Disadvantages of holidays in Turkey:

There are too many Russian people who came to have a good time. Moreover, this also applies to family men who get completely drunk on the plane. Because of them, hotels can be a bit noisy, and your children will probably learn a new swear word. :)

Alanya is located 133 km from the airport, which is about three hours on the road. To a small child It will be hard to travel so much on the bus.

Features of holidays with a child in Turkey:

Choose a hotel with maximum services and a large territory, since usually there is absolutely nothing to do outside of it.

July and August are quite hot months for a baby. It is better to choose June and September, and prices during this period are lower.

Book your tour either much in advance (3-4 months in advance) or the day before. This way you can save a lot - the first time we bought a ticket 2 days before departure, and it was much cheaper.

Greece

Many people highly recommend Greece for a seaside holiday with a small child, but I don’t quite share this point of view. Of course, this country is very beautiful and diverse. You can and should travel along it. The islands of Crete and Rhodes deserve special attention... But going around all this with a small child is unrealistic. And sitting the whole vacation in a hotel where there is no special entertainment or territory is boring. Many even say that it is difficult to find a children’s playground in Greek resorts!

Advantages of a seaside holiday with children in Greece:

European service is perhaps the best in the world, and the Greeks themselves are very friendly people.
The clean Mediterranean Sea and fine sand are ideal for children.
Low price compared to other European resorts. You can find a tour to the island of Crete from 80,000 rubles for two weeks(most often, without food).

Disadvantages of a seaside holiday in Greece:

Need a visa. The cost for two adults and a child under 6 years old, according to my calculations, is 7,600 rubles. Plus take into account the processing time - about a week.

Entertainment includes ruins, monuments, temples and a couple of mediocre water parks. Not very interesting for small children.

The island of Crete itself is completely unsuitable for the holidays of children from about 2 to 7 years old in terms of the lack of playgrounds and other children's entertainment.

What to pay attention to:

Majority budget hotels They only provide breakfast. You will have to eat on your own in a cafe, and this will cost a pretty penny (it’s a euro, after all).

July and August, just like in Turkey, are too hot months. For vacation, choose September and October.

Cyprus

One of the most successful places for a seaside holiday abroad is the island of Cyprus. The cozy town of Protaras has everything for the needs of small children - a shallow approach, a sandy beach, children's playgrounds, all-inclusive hotels. And parents won’t have to get bored - Ayia Napa is nearby with a lot of entertainment - a water park, singing fountains, an amusement park and even fashionable clubs.

We once visited Ayia Napa and were completely delighted. The price of the tour at that time was quite low, and even now you can fly inexpensively on your own. Our hotel was just a “C” hotel, located near a local road, with a small area and simple food. For a couple of students - just right. However, traveling with children already requires more comfort, for which you have to pay...

Thus, the cost of a trip to Protaras for a family with one child starts from 120,000 rubles for two weeks(breakfast + dinner). In this case, you will have to have lunch and afternoon snacks on your own, and the price of a tour with meals around the clock will be higher - from 150,000 rubles.

Pros of holidays with a child in Cyprus

Clear sea, sandy beach, smooth sunset (in Protaras).
Cyprus only requires a multiple visa, which is done automatically in 1-2 days.
Pleasant local residents- very responsive, friendly people.
Perhaps it is important for some that the official religion in this country is Orthodoxy, and this leaves its mark on the mentality of the Cypriots.
The island's suitability for families with children - playgrounds, entertainment, food.

Disadvantages of holidays in Cyprus

High price of the tour.
In my opinion, there are no more minuses :)).

Montenegro

When discussing seaside holidays with children, I noticed that travelers practically do not mention such a country as Montenegro. It seems that they are undeservedly bypassing one of the most beautiful and inexpensive places for a seaside holiday that I was able to visit!

I think the main reason for this injustice is that hotels in Montenegro are quite expensive. In addition, there are, generally speaking, few hotels there. However, all the cities of Montenegro abound in guest houses and apartments, which are sometimes more convenient for traveling with children. And much cheaper. So, we rented a large room with its own kitchen and an impressive terrace overlooking the sea for some 30,000 rubles for 14 days. Food in Montenegro is one of the cheapest in Europe; a hearty lunch cost us only 15 euros for two. The price of air tickets starts from 30,000. In total, the trip will cost 95,000 rubles for two weeks excluding entertainment.

So, if you're not afraid to take action independent travel, I highly recommend going to the sea with children in Montenegro. The nature of this country is simply amazing - there is the crystal clear Adriatic Sea, and beautiful lakes, rivers, forests and, of course, tall mountains. Interesting fact: 90% of the territory of Montenegro is made up of mountain ranges.

You can buy inexpensive tickets to this wonderful country on the aviasales website. This is what I have been doing for many years!

Advantages of a seaside holiday with a child in Montenegro:

Gorgeous nature and healthy, clean air.
Affordable relative to others European countries.
Lots of entertainment in resort towns. If you have older children, be sure to go rafting on the Tara River with them - it is still one of the most memorable experiences of my life!
No visa required.

Disadvantages of holidays in Montenegro:

Often hotels and guest houses are located on a slope, so you will roll down a hill towards the sea, but you will have to climb uphill. If children can be placed in a stroller, this will not be a big problem.
To travel around the country, you need to take a car or a tour. The serpentines of Montenegro are very dangerous, so it is better not to take risks with small children and take less long and extreme excursions - to Kotor, to ride a boat.
Most beaches have pebbles, sometimes large ones. By the way, there are small pebbles like sand in Becici, a suburb of Budva. This is where I would advise staying with a child.

Where else can you go on holiday abroad with children?

It is impossible to cover everything. Above, I described in detail the most preferable options for holidays with a child abroad. But there are other places that can be considered - these are Abkhazia, Bulgaria and the increasingly popular Georgia. It's relative inexpensive countries, however, I did not have a very good opinion about them. Cheapness is attractive, but are you ready to risk the health of your children and your, perhaps, only vacation of the year?

Thus, vacationers in Abkhazia and Georgia often complain about various infections that they were unlucky enough to contract while on vacation at sea, as well as about the general pollution of resorts and poor service.

Bulgaria, according to many tourists, is not very different from Anapa, but to travel there you need a Schengen visa, which also costs money.

Where to go on holiday with a child at sea in Russia

Let's consider places to relax with children at sea in Russia. In our area you can also have a good rest!

Anapa

Oh, this famous children's resort! It was here that we came as children with our parents and grandmothers to get to know the sea for the first time. This is where it is still recommended to go with small children to swim in the Black Sea and bask in the sun’s rays. But is this place really a good place to relax?

My family and I also considered Anapa as a vacation destination for 2018. We even planned to stay for a month in the village of Dzhemete due to the cheapness of the resort. However, having familiarized ourselves with the real prices and possible problems, we doubted the decision...

Having calculated the approximate costs of a vacation in Anapa with a small child, we came to the conclusion that the vacation would be more expensive than in Turkey, for example. Now I’ll give you the prices I used myself: 40,000 rubles. (apartment rental for 14 days) + 35,000 rub. (plane tickets) + 20,000 rub. (meals in a cafe) + 15,000 rub. (entertainment) = total 110,000 rub. For two weeks. As for quality...

More than half of my friends, while vacationing on the Black Sea, pick up coli. Practice shows that the likelihood of getting sick at our sea is much higher than with some Coxsackie virus. The fact is that the resort is overcrowded during the season, and compatriots take sick children to the sea, or they get sick on the spot, infecting others. There are also problems with water purity in Anapa. In short, I didn’t want to take any risks.

But most families still prefer to vacation with children on the Black Sea. Most often, they rent an apartment and cook themselves; they are not looking for entertainment. Then really you can save a lot on your vacation, but the level of rest will be lower.

Advantages of a seaside holiday with children in Anapa

The territory of Russia means that the insurance policy is valid, the stores have familiar products, and the pharmacies have the necessary medications.
Low price when taking into account self-service.
Shallow sea and sand on the beach are very good for small children.

Disadvantages of holidays in Anapa

There is a high risk of contracting E. coli.
A lot of Russians can also be a minus :)
The Black Sea is not very clean, there may be algae and jellyfish.

Features of a seaside holiday with a child in Anapa:

If you are still considering the option of a seaside holiday in Russia, I advise you to go not to Anapa itself, but to its suburbs - Dzhemete or Vityazevo. There are much fewer people there, the sea is cleaner, prices are lower. Smart people go there with small children.
Under no circumstances travel to Anapa by train. Sometimes it is cheaper to fly by plane, but stuffy train cars contribute to the development of all sorts of infections - and children can get sick on the way.

The blessed summer months give rise to an irresistible desire to go “south” and fully enjoy the sun and wonderful nature with your kids. However, a holiday at sea with young children often becomes a difficult decision for parents, and everyone approaches it differently, since there are many persistent stereotypes on this topic. Some calmly take with them a two-month-old baby and his older brother or sister, or even twins or the same age. For other young mothers and fathers, going to the sea with their kids does not seem like a good idea for a vacation; on the contrary, many questions, contradictions and fears arise.

But few people need the well-deserved and long-awaited sea holidays as young parents. And, most importantly, this is quite possible in a friendly family company with your beloved kids, who will receive undoubted benefits from being at sea, as well as the joy of their first bright impressions! Therefore, I would really like to help you minimize the doubts that arise or completely get rid of them.

To do this, let's look at the most common misconceptions about vacationing at sea with kids and try to refute them:

1 This is hard labor for parents, It’s better to go together and leave the children with their grandparents. You won't be able to relax with them.

Of course, this option is suitable if, for one reason or another, you are planning a short week's vacation. And grannies and grandpas ardently insist that they would be happy to spend time with their grandchildren, and they send you away for a change of scenery, to be alone and to get a little distracted.

This opportunity can be safely taken if there is a strong attachment between grandparents and grandchildren. Children are comfortable and happy to spend time in their environment. There are no serious problems with baby food, sleep or routine. Then you can safely go to a small " romantic trip" It will benefit everyone. And the kids will return from vacation with rested, kind and joyful parents, ready for new family exploits.

But if circumstances do not allow, as, for example, in our case, then it would be better to plan at least a ten-day trip abroad with a small child.

According to the experience of many married couples from our immediate circle and our personal experience, despite some difficulties, such as packing and flying, there is great joy and unforgettable memories. And if you really like your vacation spot, then you definitely won’t have any regrets!

Especially if someone, like us, is used to being with their kids everywhere. Without them, even on vacation, we quickly became sad, especially when we saw happy families with children. They immediately remembered their own people and thought that they could all be together now. Then get ready, pack and go with a positive attitude.

2 Young parents will have almost It’s impossible to relax a little and be alone, it’s unlikely that you’ll even be able to swim together, because there’s no one to leave the kids with. Or you will have to spend your entire vacation tied only to the hotel and the beach, and you will have to forget about trips and excursions.

In such cases, you can temporarily use the services of a nanny and playgrounds with animators. Or play on the beach in the sand with other children and their parents, who will willingly exchange “duty” with you.

It’s better to immediately agree that one child is “mine” and the other is “yours”, so that a situation does not arise when:

“I thought you were following them!”
- I thought it was you.

Or while one parent is away, swimming, sunbathing and relaxing, for example, with a book, the second one is watching both! Then the “changing of the guard.” And if the room is very close to the shore or a restaurant and the kids are sleeping, you can take a baby monitor with you and at least allow yourself a little swim or a snack together, which we successfully did several times.

It is important to choose the right family excursions and plan walking routes that will not tire the kids. And also adapt to their regime and think and prepare in advance what to take with you on the road. Then you won’t have to deny yourself these pleasures.

After all, it is quite possible to combine such a vacation with some non-tiring excursions and short hiking. For example, you can easily take your baby and other children to cruise on a yacht, as well as on the promenade with a stroller along the embankment along the sea or to the historical center.

3 Planning and spending a holiday at sea with small children will be difficult ensure children's safety on the road, on the beach and in the hotel room.

You don’t have to worry about this if you take care in advance to take with you a first aid kit with essential drugs and “for all occasions.” Since you may not be able to find the usual medications, or without knowing a foreign language you won’t be able to communicate at the pharmacy.

On the road, it is good to dress children in bright and conspicuous clothes, in the pockets of which put notes with parents’ contacts. Bring current color photos of your babies with you.

In the room you can secure all sockets with plugs and hide the wires. And if the room is not on the first floor, then carefully monitor the windows and the door to the balcony. If you are afraid that children will be able to open a window or door, you can close them with special clamps or locks, which you probably use at home or buy in a children's store. They won't take up space or add weight to your luggage, but you'll feel much calmer and safer with them.

Especially if it’s a holiday at sea with a one-year-old child or a little older, when children begin to walk independently and explore everything around them. And even though our room was on the first floor, the children often opened the doors themselves, went out into the clearing and the hotel territory, as soon as the parents were a little distracted.

Do not leave children unattended by at least one parent on the beach or in the sea. There are plenty of games and exciting activities to help you. Inflatable rafts or cars are very helpful in terms of safety in the water. As well as special vests and sleeves. With them, they can swim independently even at depth. You just need to be nearby.

4 Planning a seaside holiday with young children, it is better to go for at least a month in order to have time to adapt and get benefits for the immune system, and not the torment of the road and moving. After all, small children have a difficult and long time to acclimatize due to illness or sunburn It’s unlikely to be avoided at the resort, and flights and climate change are not recommended for children under three years of age.

Of course, at the resort you understand that you’ve just gotten used to it and it’s a pity to leave, especially since the road is exhausting. We literally didn't have enough four days up to two weeks to completely relax and enjoy your vacation in peace. But these ten summer days at sea certainly did not pass without a trace for us. We were very pleased! And we managed to complete the planned program with an A plus even with opposite-sex twins, who at that time were less than a month old.

We were accommodated perfectly and had everything we needed. We did not care, as at home, about cooking, cleaning, shopping, or about walking and going out into nature in traffic jams. Everything was there for us 24 hours a day. All that remained was to enjoy the sea, the sun, the warmth, beautiful nature, the purest sea air, hospitable staff, comfort and our communication. The main thing is that we were all together and could plan our days without looking back at everyday affairs and difficulties.

How and when to go to the sea with children

In fact, when there are no special medical contraindications, you can safely go on a trip to the sea in another country. The flight will also not cause much inconvenience if you follow certain rules and do not choose very distant countries as your holiday destination with your kids. It is optimal if they are at a distance of two to three hours by air.
Acclimatization in healthy children usually proceeds unnoticed and does not last longer than a few days. And in order to avoid health problems, also try to take into account the most important points when organizing a seaside holiday with small children.
For example, for a vacation it is better to choose the Velvet season starting from September or the very beginning of summer - from June. We must remember that on sea resorts Usually July and August are the hottest months, when the air temperature rises above forty degrees. It is better to be on the beach by the sea before 11 a.m. and after 4 p.m., when the sun is no longer so active and the sea is very warm. This will protect delicate baby skin from sunburn and heat stroke.
You should also thoroughly wash purchased berries, fruits and vegetables. Moreover, if you are traveling to a very exotic countries, it is recommended to rinse them with bottled or boiled water after washing. And, accordingly, drink only this kind of water. For food, give the kids their usual food. Then neither intestinal infection, nor rotavirus are not scary for you and your children.

Therefore, in order for a holiday at sea with a small child and older children not to cause fears and doubts, it is necessary to prepare for it in advance, having studied all the nuances and refuting existing myths for yourself. Then you can easily avoid possible difficulties, get an unforgettable vacation experience and warm memories for the winter.

In our next article we will try to debunk all the remaining main misconceptions about vacationing at sea with young children. Stay with us and share your thoughts, experiences and tips in the comments if possible.

Many Russian tourists, accustomed to vacationing in Turkey and Egypt, are wondering where to go on vacation with their kids. So, 7 fresh “sea” ideas for summer 2016!

1. Bulgaria: Golden Sands

The euro exchange rate is breaking records this year, so Bulgaria is especially attractive for many tourists with children. It is part of the European Union, but has retained the local currency - the leva, which has a positive effect on prices - they do not “bite”, like in the rest of Europe. There is one more pleasant circumstance: since 2016, a Bulgarian visa for Russian tourists has dropped in price from €35 to €10, and visas are issued to children under 16 years of age free of charge.

Almost all Black Sea coast Bulgaria (which is 378 kilometers) is covered with white-golden sand. And, of course, the beaches of the Golden Sands resort are famous for their special beauty, where tourists with children are especially calm. Kids will appreciate the rides, amusement parks and playgrounds, and adults, if necessary, can use the services of nannies and teachers from leisure centers.

When buying a tour to Bulgaria, keep in mind that warm weather sets in at the country's resorts in the second half of June; At the beginning of summer, winds and rains are possible.

2. Montenegro: cozy Petrovac

Montenegro has a wonderful climate, well-established infrastructure, good service and a friendly attitude towards children, so families often flock here. Which resort should you choose? You should not go to popular Budva with children - it is noisy, crowded and in some places the beaches are not the cleanest. Herceg Novi may attract you with its fabulous atmosphere of ancient castles, but the influx of tourists will not let you relax. Kotor is also hardly worth recommending for a holiday with children because of the difficult descent into the water - it is better to go there on an excursion and visit the famous national park.

So which resort in Montenegro should you choose?

17 km from Budva is located ideal for family vacation town of Petrovac. This tiny resort is surrounded on all sides pine forests and olive groves - on the one hand, good for health, on the other - there is a place for walking in the heat. The sea there is always calm, it is safe even for children to swim, and the reddish fine sand is ideal for building fortresses.

3. Israel: the white sands of Haifa

Few people know that children can only swim in the Dead Sea from the age of 6, since the salt, when it comes into contact with the mucous membranes in such a concentration, causes a strong burning sensation. That is why families with children vacation mainly in Eilat on the shores of the Red Sea.

However, the Israeli coast Mediterranean Sea Deserves attention. White sand, delicious shells, a smooth entry into warm, like fresh milk, water, the temperature of which in the season is 25-26 degrees (you don’t have to be afraid that the children will become hypothermic). The Mediterranean resort of Haifa is especially popular among tourists. In addition to excellent service, cleanliness, quality food, there is an amazing zoo with almost no cages. Together with your child, you can visit lemurs, colorful birds and other harmless animals.

Among the pleasant moments: Russians do not need a visa to Israel and most of the staff speak Russian.

4. Spain: with bated breath, heading towards Port Aventura

Because of the euro exchange rate, Spain is losing some Russian tourists, but not its attractiveness, because all conditions have been created here for a family holiday. The most popular among Russians is the Costa Dorada, because in addition to warm sea and the famous sandy beaches, there is the Port Aventura amusement park, where even an adult will temporarily turn into a restless child.

At Port Aventura you can ride the extremely fast roller coaster Furius Baco. The Dragon Khan attraction will make you freeze in horror 8 times when at a speed of 100 km/h you will make another “dead loop” (“Mom, take me away from here, please”). For kids, there are calmer attractions without extreme adventures - an entire Sesame Street is dedicated to them, no one will be bored!

5. Greece

Among European destinations, Greece is considered the most budget direction, where there are all-inclusive hotels. One of the best places for a beach holiday with children is, of course, Halkidiki: golden sand, clear water Aegean Sea and the unique air of pine forests.

Ideal for holidays with children greek islands. They are all worthy of attention, but it is most convenient to vacation where there is an airport, well-developed infrastructure and... there are no refugees who sailed to the islands located next to Turkey last summer (Kos, Lesvos and others). A good option For summer holiday This year we will be traveling with children to Zakynthos, Santorini, Kefalonia, Rhodes, Peloponnese and Crete - it is calm there, always sunny and there are many unforgettably beautiful bays.

6. Abkhazia

Abkhazia promises a budget holiday. True, tourists with children will have to get used to some of the nuances of the service, which is still at the development stage. If you are ready to close your eyes to some remnants of the Soviet past, you will be pleased with the sandy beaches in Gagra, a smooth entrance into the water, and a water park with 8 swimming pools with sea and fresh water. Having reached Sukhumi, you can visit the famous Monkey Nursery - when you enter it, it’s as if you find yourself in Kipling’s kingdom of Bandar-logs. The climate in Abkhazia is subtropical: high humidity, eucalyptus and cypress trees grow. Gagra has the warmest air (the city is covered on all sides by mountains), Pitsunda has the warmest sea (but pebble beaches). You need to fly to Abkhazia via Sochi. By the way, about this...

7. Russia: time to go to Sochi

The city of Sochi has radically changed its appearance for the Winter Olympics, and it’s worth a look. Besides good hotels and excellent service, you will find a lot of entertainment here. With kids you can take the city funicular or cable car, visit the zoo, and from there go to Sochi Park - theme park attractions, go to the water park, arboretum or see all kinds of fruit trees in the “Tree of Friendship” garden-museum.

What to take with you when traveling with a child?

✔ Children's first aid kit.

✔ 2-3 pairs of shorts or breeches of different lengths (knee-length and below).

✔ 2-3 knitted T-shirts and shirts for excursions and traveling around the city.

✔ 2-3 T-shirts or T-shirts for going to the beach. They can be worn on the beach to protect your back and shoulders from sunburn.

✔ Swimming trunks.

✔ Socks are simple and warmer (3-4 pairs).

✔ 3-4 sets of T-shirts and panties.

✔ Warm blouse in case of cold weather.

✔ Windbreaker with hood.

✔ Rubber beach slippers (they are comfortable to walk on pebbles and hot sand).

✔ Sandals.

✔ Sneakers (in case of bad weather).

✔ Audio books on your tablet.

✔ Towel.

Spend your summer profitably, and let your vacation bring you only positive impressions!

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