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Where to relax in February at sea. Rest in February. February is a favorable month for rest

A vacation in February is not a cause for sadness. You can have a great rest in winter.

In this article you will find:

  • 7 countries where you can go by sea in February without a visa and inexpensively.
  • Top 4 Visa Countries for Winter Beach Vacations
  • The list of the best places in Russia where you can relax in February 2020 without worrying about frost.
  • Where it is better to fly on vacation with a child abroad, and where it will be better to relax in Russia.

Where to relax in February abroad inexpensively and without a visa

Many people think that a vacation abroad is expensive!

The fact that traveling to another country is expensive is a WARNING. There are countries of the Asian-African region, a tour to which will cost several times cheaper than a vacation in the Moscow region.

Therefore, it is real to have an inexpensive vacation abroad.

The main thing is to choose the right country. And the weather in the main tourist destinations will be as follows:


There are other points to consider when choosing a country for your vacation. Such as safety, cost of living, clean beaches, hospitality of the local population, etc. You don't want to buy a pig in a poke, do you?

Egypt

From 35 000 ₽ Low season in Egypt, you can get a discounted tour!

February is considered to be a rather cold month for beach holidays and swimming, but it is a favorable period for visiting attractions and excursions!

Where is the best place to rest?

  • Sharm El Sheikh is a resort with a European level of service and a famous diving center.
  • Dahab or Nuweibe - will cost much less, here are the best conditions in February for a beach holiday, those strong winds and a warm sea.

Things to do?

Winter in Egypt is the best time to visit historical sites, there is no strong sweltering heat and scorching sun. Due to strong winds, we advise you to give up boat trips, it can even be dangerous. But big waves attract windsurfers from all over the world at this time.

What to see:

  • Egyptian pyramids and Sphinx
  • Museum in Cairo and Treasury of Tutankhamun
  • Temples in Abu Simbel with statues carved into the rock
  • Karnak temple - ancient buildings are very well preserved here
  • Annual Hurghada Water Sports Festival



Beach in Shar El Sheikh



Karnak temple



Pyramids



Temple in Abu Simbel

Important! If you go on excursions inland or into the desert, you should bring warm clothes with you. The temperature there at night drops to +5 ° С.

Prices

At this time, the low season, you can buy hot all-inclusive tours from 35 thousand rubles for two.

Thailand

Where is the best place to rest?

  • Phuket island. Here are the most beautiful beaches.
  • Pattaya. And here the rest will be much cheaper than in Phuket.

Things to do?

To devote all the time to relaxing only on the beach means not to see Thailand. And how many interesting things there are. Excursion trips will surprise even the most sophisticated tourists:

  • Unique temples and monasteries;
  • National Park;
  • A session of the famous Thai massage;
  • Butterfly Garden;
  • A trip to the islands with white volcanic sand, where the Bounty commercial was filmed;
  • The Monkey Theater, in which tailed artists perform acrobatic tricks, comic scenes and even play the guitar;
  • A snake farm that is home to several hundred species of reptiles and where during the performance the trainers kiss the king cobra, whose venom can kill a person within a few minutes.



Khao Ping Kan Island



Phuket island



Butterfly garden

It is better to buy excursions outside the hotel in special agencies. There they are three times cheaper.

Weather

Prices

If you eat for no more than two weeks, you can take a tour, prices start at 60 thousand rubles for two.

Independent travel will be beneficial for those who are going to Thailand for a long vacation. Flights from Moscow will cost from 20 thousand rubles. Hotels 2-3 * from 700-2000 rubles per night, depending on the proximity of the sea. If you are eating in a large company, you can rent a villa with a pool and three bedrooms for 6000-9000 rubles per day. Renting an apartment or house is often more profitable because there is a kitchen and you can cook your own food.

Vietnam

From 60,000 rubles. Time to enjoy the sea and local exoticism.

Visa

Unfortunately, the visa-free regime for a tourist is valid in this country for only 15 days, but this is quite enough to enjoy the sea and feel the taste of local exoticism.

Things to do?

In addition to a beach holiday during the high season in Vietnam, you can do the following:

  • fishing, during which, in order to catch an exotic fish, you do not need to pay big money to a representative of a specialized agency: local peasants for a modest remuneration will provide everyone with everything they need and even show the best bite spots;
  • surfing: high-spirited waves will bring a lot of pleasure to fans of this sport;
  • visiting Halong Bay (a bay with three thousand islands, grottoes, caves, cliffs), due to its unique beauty, which is under the protection of UNESCO;
  • an excursion to the Kuchi (Kuti) tunnels, which are an underground labyrinth and which served as a refuge for partisans during the war with the Americans;
  • a trip to the temple and cultural complexes of the country (excavations are still underway on the territory of some historical monuments).



Islands of vietnam



Halong Bay



Surfing in Vietnam



Tunels Kuchi

Weather

Prices

There is a week-long tour for two, including a flight, travel to the hotel, accommodation in a two-star hotel (in terms of comfort it corresponds to the usual Turkish 4 or a good three), meals (to choose from) about 70 thousand rubles.

Cuba

From 120,000 rubles. Kilometer white sand beaches ...

February is the high beach season in Cuba.

Things to do?

The main advantage of this tropical paradise is the beaches, which are kilometers of powdered sugar-like sand, which is driven by a warm sea breeze.

Outdoor enthusiasts also have something to do in Cuba:

  • divers are attracted by the extraordinary beauty of corals;
  • sailing, parasailing, kiting;
  • excursions to the cities and museums of the island, visiting the Zapata bog reserve and tobacco plantations;
  • fishing, during which a fish sword, blue marlin and predatory wahoo can be caught on the hook;
  • carnival in Havana, accompanied by a magnificent procession, performances and dances.



Havana



Diving in Cuba



Carnival in Havana

Weather

Prices

A tour for two for 12 days (with flight, accommodation in a 3 * hotel and with breakfast) costs from 120 thousand rubles. The visa-free regime is valid for up to 30 days.

Sri Lanka

From 90,000 rubles. Calm beach vacation on the shores of the Indian Ocean.

February is usually the driest month on the island, and therefore the best time for a beach holiday on the Indian Ocean coast.

Visa

A visa is issued online on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka, you can also get a visa upon arrival.

What to see?

There are many places in Sri Lanka that are really worth seeing:

  • the Lion Rock plateau with the ruins of the palace and fortress complex;
  • kumana National Park;
  • falls St. Clair;
  • royal Botanic Gardens in Paradenia;
  • elephant Orphanage in Pinnawala.



Saint Clair Falls



Lion Rock plateau



Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Sri Lanka is an exotic island. If you are going on a jungle excursion, it is advisable to take antimalarial drugs!

Weather

Prices

A tour for a week for two with flight and accommodation in a 3 * hotel (no meals) costs from 90 thousand rubles.

Cambodia

From 55,000 rubles. This country is called "One Dollar Country", guess why?

Cambodia, which has resorts on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand in the South China Sea, is a new destination for winter beach holidays.

Things to do?

Cambodia is a paradise for warm sea lovers. But fans of outdoor activities will not be bored either. Tourists are offered:

  • excursions to Wat Pno Monastery, Silver Pagoda, Royal Palace, Temple of the Emerald Buddha, as well as museums;
  • paragliding;
  • scuba diving into the depths of the sea;
  • motorcycle racing.



Wat Phno monastery



Silver Pagoda



Temple of the Emerald Buddha

Weather

Prices

A week's rest for two in a 3 * hotel (breakfast included) costs from 55 thousand rubles. If you go on your own, you can keep within the rest. A tourist visa for 30 days is issued through the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cambodia.

Bali

From 60,000 rubles. A perfect getaway on an island with amazing nature!

Bali is an island with stunning nature and a mighty ocean, and February is the hottest month of the year. The best time for a beach holiday!

Things to do?

Sunbathing on the beach is certainly good! But the active tourist also has something to see:

  • Tanah Lot Temple - the most popular of the attractions
  • Rice plantations
  • Monkey forest in Ubud
  • Volcanoes Batur and Agung
  • Water palaces Ujung and Tirta Ganga, it is noteworthy that they are built right on the water
  • The royal tombs of Gunung Kawi carved into the rock
  • Numerous waterfalls, the largest of which is Sekumpul



Tirta Ganga water palaces



Volcanoes of Batur



The royal tombs of Gunung Kawi



Monkey forest in Ubud

Weather

Prices

A weekly tour per person will start from 60 thousand rubles.

If you are planning to go on a longer trip, you can plan it yourself. A roundtrip ticket in February will be about 40 thousand rubles. Accommodation in 2-3 * hotels will cost from 1000 to 3000 rubles, depending on the coastline. Renting an apartment for a month will cost about 25 thousand, renting a house with a terrace and a pool about 35 thousand.

Where to fly on vacation with a visa: not just a beach holiday!

Many tourists don't want to just lie lazily on the beach.

Are you one of them?

We present to you the TOP countries with a visa regime, where you will not be bored!

Goa (India)

From 45,000 rubles. For lovers of parties and beach holidays.

Visa

You can apply for a visa online and get it when crossing the border at a number of Indian airports for a period of 30 days.

Things to do?

In addition to a beach holiday in Goa, any tourist will find entertainment to their liking:

  • in early February, Panaj hosts a two-week Pop, Beat and Jazz Music Festival;
  • the traditional three-day carnival before Lent at the end of February;
  • excursions to Hindu temples with visits to local markets and villages with national flavor and Vedic culture;
  • a trip to the jungle, monkey habitat, or a butterfly park;
  • visiting museums: vintage cars or ethnographic.



Jungle trip to Goa



Carnival before Lent

Weather

Prices

A tour for a week with flight, accommodation in a 3 * hotel and meals will cost on average 45 thousand rubles for two.

Riding alone has a meaning for a longer period. Air tickets in both directions will cost 30 thousand per person, accommodation and food in India are cheap, you can rent an apartment for 15-20 thousand per month.

Canary Islands (Spain)

The island of Tenerife is a favorite wintering place for Europeans. The season is low here at this time, but the prices will pleasantly please.

It is hardly possible to swim in the Atlantic Ocean, it is too cold.

Visa

Schengen visa required.

Things to do?

A large number of attractions and entertainment will not leave indifferent any tourist! What to do in Tenerife?

  • Climb the highest point in Spain - Teide volcano and visit the National Park
  • Take a ride down the slides at the Siam water park, only here the water slides pass through a large aquarium with sharks!
  • Look at the Pyramids of Guimar - the mystery of the origin of the mysterious ancient pyramids cannot be solved until now
  • See the Millennial Dragon Tree
  • Go down the rocky Masca gorge straight to the ocean
  • Los Gigantes cliffs - black volcanic cliffs where you can watch dolphins and whales
  • Visit Parrot Park or Eagle Park
  • Visit the numerous museums and observation decks offering stunning views



Siam Water Park



Volcano teide



Dragon tree



Pyramids of Guimar



Rocks of Los Gigantes

Weather

Prices

When traveling for less than two weeks, it is more profitable to take a ready-made tour. In hotels 2-3 * prices start from 80 thousand for two per week. Tours with two meals a day are cheaper.

If you travel for a month, you can rent an apartment at a price of 40 thousand per month, depending on the resort. Meals for two will take about the same amount. Flights in both directions can be found from 15 thousand rubles.

Mexico

From 100,000 rubles. Have you been to Mexico before?

February in Mexico is a great time not only to enjoy a beach holiday on the Pacific coast, but also to get acquainted with local traditions and attractions. There is no sweltering heat here in winter.

Visa

You will need a visa, which can be obtained online, at the embassy on your own or with the help of a tour operator

Where to go to rest

  • Acapulco - here you can go diving, windsurfing, sailing or water skiing
  • Cancun is the most prestigious place with a developed infrastructure
  • Riviera Maya - there are a huge number of historical sites

Things to do?

  • Immerse yourself in the fun at the Mexican Carnival that takes place before Lent
  • View the largest ancient Mayan city of Chichen Itza
  • See the pyramids of the Sun and Moon in Teotihuacan city
  • Take a train journey through the Copper Canyon, which is even larger than the Grand Canyon in the United States



Acapulco



Carnival in Mexico



Maya Chichen-Itza



Pyramids of the Sun and Moon



Riviera Maya

Weather

Prices

A tour for two will cost from 100 thousand per week. If you go on your own, you can rent an apartment from 15-20 thousand rubles, lunch in a restaurant for two will cost from 1200 rubles, a flight from 40 thousand rubles in both directions for two.

Malta

From 130,000 rubles. You won't be able to swim in the sea, but you need to fly here!

A small island in the Mediterranean Sea with a rich historical background will surely surprise all tourists! It's sunny here in winter.

Visa

A Schengen visa is required.

Things to do?

  • See unique natural arches in the rocks - Azure Window and Blue Grotto
  • Walk along the embankments of Valletta - there is the largest number of the oldest monuments in the world. All of them are listed in UNESKO
  • Look at the Megalithic Temples of Malta, these structures were built even before the Egyptian pyramids!
  • Visit the medieval town of Mdina with many palaces, cathedrals and museums. There are no cars here at all



You can take a boat ride in Malta



Valletta



Azure Window



Megalithic temples of Malta

Weather

Prices

A trip to Malta will cost from 130 thousand for two to 2-3 * hotels.

Not by the sea alone: \u200b\u200bwhere to relax in Russia

You can actively relax and get a lot of impressions not only on foreign beaches, but also in Russia.

We will help you choose a resort!

So, what are the most popular destinations for domestic recreation in the winter?

Ski vacation

Rosa Khutor, Dombay, Bolshoy Vudyavr or Zavyalikha, what to choose?

Conquer the mountain slopes on skis or snowboard - it's up to you! And we have selected the best resorts:

  • Rosa Khutor is considered the best resort in Russia, where the Alpine skiing Olympics were held. The prices are quite high here. The resort is located in the Caucasus Mountains and has 9 tracks of varying difficulty. The cost of a spa pass for 5 days will average from 8000 rubles, depending on the selected routes.
  • Dombay (Caucasus) - service and tracks correspond to the Olympic level, and prices are much cheaper. For fans of extreme sports, there are unbroken tracks. The cost of a spa pass for 5 days will be from 6500 rubles
  • Bolshoy Vudyavr - here you can not only go for a great ride, but also admire the northern lights. The cost of a spa pass for 5 days will be from 4600 rubles
  • Zavyalikha - 13 slopes of varying difficulty are more suitable for ski lovers. Here are reasonable prices, a 5-day spa-pass from 4500 rubles






Rosa Khutor

Excursion tours

If you do not like to stay at home, you can go on active excursions to the cities of Russia. The choice is huge!

  • St. Petersburg. You should definitely visit the world famous Hermitage Museum, St. Isaac's Cathedral, go to Tsarskoe Selo, and admire the drawbridges in the evening.
  • Veliky Novgorod is famous for its numerous churches, temples and monasteries. You should definitely see the Novgorod Kremlin and the Kremlin Park
  • Kostroma. The city is located on the banks of the Volga, is famous for religious and ethnographic tourism, and is included in the Golden Ring route. Also there you can visit the Losinaya farm and buy souvenirs with Kostroma painting.
  • Yaroslavl. It is included in the tourist route "The Golden Ring of Russia", and is also included in the UNESKO list. Take a walk in the city park on Strelka, visit the Transfiguration Cathedral, numerous churches and monasteries, and the local planetarium.



Hermitage in St. Petersburg



Tsarskoe Selo in St. Petersburg



Isaac's Cathedral, Saint Petersburg





Park on Strelka, Yaroslavl



Savior Transfiguration Cathedral, Yaroslavl

Bus tours to these cities can be bought from 10-30 thousand for two, depending on the program and the number of days. You can also go on your own, a wide variety of air and railway tickets, hotels and cafes will allow any tourist to find a profitable tour!

Sanatorium rest

Mineral waters, springs of Adygea, Arkhyz, and where else can you rest?

You can improve and strengthen your health in numerous health resorts. Let's take a look at the most popular ones:

  • Caucasian Mineral Waters consists of four resort towns, each of which has its own advantages. Kislovodsk is known for its healing climate, Essentuki - for numerous sources of healing water, Zheleznovodsk - for beautiful green forests, and in Pyatigorsk you should definitely visit the Tambukanskoye Lake with silt mud. Prices from 20-25 thousand per week.
  • Hot springs of Adygea. Here you will find beautiful landscapes, mountains, a healing climate and many thermal springs. You can bask in a warm pool all year round, even when there is snow around! Tour price from 40 thousand for two per week, double room from 3500 rubles per day, flight from 20 thousand in both directions for two.
  • Geysers of Kamchatka. There are active volcanoes, waterfalls and hot water lakes. The Valley of Geysers is a unique natural phenomenon with its own ecosystem. Prices start at 80 thousand for two, it is worth considering that there is a long and expensive flight.
  • Arkhyz. In addition to the wellness program, it is worth visiting the Sofia and Dukka mountain lakes, the Barite waterfall, and the Heart-shaped Lake of Love. Prices for tours from 50 thousand for two.



Sophia lakes, Arkhyz



Tour prices vary according to resort, wellness program, excursions and number of days.

Where to go to have a rest in winter with a child: at sea or in Russia?

The choice of a vacation spot with a child is always responsible and depends on many factors: the age, character and even gender of the child, as well as on the main purpose of the trip.

However, in any case, the tour must meet the following parameters:

  • the trip should be interesting for the child;
  • travel (flight) is not too long;
  • living and dining conditions must be age appropriate.

Where to relax with a child abroad

Choose a beach holiday or Disneyland, Lapland, Dinopark.

Beach vacation

The closest resorts where you can swim in February are located on the coast of the Red and Dead Seas.

Only two countries of this region are absolutely safe for traveling with children - Israel and Jordan (flight from 5 hours direct).

So an 8-day tour to Israel to the Red Sea (with meals) for an adult with a child will cost 150 thousand rubles. A little more expensive is a visit to the Dead Sea resorts. By the way, in Jordan the saltiest sea on the planet will cost a little less, but the service is certainly better in Israel.

Disneyland

A trip to Europe will be unforgettable if you visit Disneyland in France with your child.


A combined tour of 3 days in Paris and 4 days in Disneyland for an adult and a child will cost about 100 thousand rubles.

Of course, this figure is largely arbitrary, because it is influenced by the hotel's stardom, the level and system of food, additional services.

Of course, the Santa Park in Lapland will be closed for a long time, but the residence is open all winter, and the prices are already quite reasonable.


So a 5-day tour for 1 person will cost 45 thousand rubles, not 115.

Such a trip will be interesting for a child of any age: both a preschooler and a student of primary school age.

Dinopark

You can visit Turkey.

Despite the cold +15 and rainy weather, and the absolute impossibility of swimming in the sea, hotels with a developed system of spa services accept clients, including clients with children.


These hotels usually have game rooms, children's mini-clubs, and babysitting services. There is a children's pool with a small slide in the covered pavilion, baby food, a playground, etc. The guides offer many excursions designed for children (amusement park, aquarium, etc.).

Who likes what. But, probably, there is no child who would remain indifferent after a trip to the Dinopark in Side.

Huge, almost real-sized interactive dinosaurs move, growl in response to visitors, amaze even an adult's imagination. There you can also visit the glade of the heroes of the cartoon "Ice Age" so beloved by children, see the skeleton of a dinosaur in a closed pavilion, visit a mini-aquarium and a terrarium, and also watch a documentary film about prehistoric animals.

Where to relax with a child in Russia

An indoor water park in Lao (Greater Sochi region) can quite compete in size and number of attractions with other winter water parks in the world and in Russia as well. Remember summer and have fun with the whole family.


There is a solarium, phytobar, pizzeria, sauna on the territory of the water park. There is a pool with a waterfall and geysers, slides of various heights and slopes.

There will be enough adrenaline for everyone, both children and adults.

A tour for one with accommodation in a Lao hotel with meals and free access to the water park will cost 58 thousand rubles for 7 days.

Veliky Ustyug

The fabulous atmosphere in the Russian residence of Father Frost will certainly delight your children!


Here you can visit the residence itself and the post office of Santa Claus, buy souvenirs, ride horses with the Snow Maiden. There are also other winter activities - skiing, skating.

It will be fun for both adults and children!

Here you can have fun with children.


Tourists can ride a dog or reindeer sled, visit forest trolls, visit the national dwellings of local residents made of reindeer skins and taste delicious local dishes.

Here your child will be able to meet the Tatar Santa Claus - Kysh Babay and many other fairy-tale characters!


Here you can also ride horses and taste traditional cuisine, visit the ice town and an exhibition of ice sculptures.

The variety of tours, destinations and leisure options in the modern world is amazing. The main thing is not to stay at home, but to go for impressions and positive emotions that will warm you with pleasant memories all next year until your next vacation!

In the last month of winter, we get tired of blizzards, cold, cloudy skies, sitting in four walls and monotony. Where can you buy air tickets to break away from the gray everyday life, cheer yourself up, see the sun and warm up your body and soul? Vacation should be vacation!

Where to fly in February at sea

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Latest update: Feb 4, 2020

Tourists do not often choose February as their vacation, but in vain. Even in winter, you can relax in comfort, soak up the sun and visit interesting sights. A pleasant bonus for those who decide to relax in the cold season is the low prices for accommodation and food. Thus, you can save your family budget. The main thing is to know where to go to the sea in February. There are plenty of paradises in the world, we have selected the ten best places where you can spend your vacation with your family or your loved one. When selecting resorts, the main criteria were taken into account - the cost of living, climatic conditions, prices for food.


Kerala means "land of coconuts", and there are really a lot of palm trees here. Kerala is ahead of the famous and promoted state of Goa in terms of the number of cultural monuments, education of the population, cleanliness and natural beauty. If you do not know where to go on vacation in February at sea, choose Kerala.


The length of the state is 590 km, the best beaches of the country are concentrated here, and in the east there are kilometers of tea plantations, which can be visited with a guided tour.

Kerala State is the center of Ayurveda in India. Almost every hotel or guesthouse offers Ayurvedic treatments.

It can be quite windy on the coast, but for a family holiday you can find bays where the sea is calm and you can relax in comfort.

2. Sri Lanka, southwest coast


If you do not know where to go on vacation in February, feel free to buy a ticket to Sri Lanka. At this time of the year, the rainy season ends and the weather is comfortable.

Why is it better to rest in winter:

  • calm sea and no wind;
  • amazing weather, after heavy rains the most full-flowing rivers and waterfalls;
  • comfortable climate;
  • ripening peak of juicy fruits - papaya, mango;
  • february is a month of low prices for food on the market and seafood.


Dambulla Golden Temple

Another reason to go on vacation to Sri Lanka in February is sightseeing. On the territory of the state there is how.

In February, the largest religious celebration is held in Sri Lanka - Navam Poya or Pereha festival.

Interesting fact! Many tourists ask the question - where is it better to go to Sri Lanka in February? The fact is that at this time the rains end throughout the territory and comfortable weather sets in, so you can relax in any part of the island.


Since 2012, citizens of the Maldives have been allowed to open hotels and serve tourists. Thanks to the adopted laws, the standard of living of the local population has risen, and the Maldives have become accessible not only for wealthy citizens, but also for people with an average level of income. Now to the question "Where to go to the sea to swim in February?" you can confidently answer - to the Maldives. Toddoo Island is the third largest in the country and already has about 30 hotels, moreover, over the past three years, their number has doubled.


Thanks to the reef near the island, there are many colorful fish, sharks, turtles and rays. The underwater world is one of the richest in the world.

To get to Todda, it is not necessary to buy a ticket, you can get to the picturesque vacation spot from Male on your own and on a fairly budgetary basis.

4. Maldives, Maafushi island


Many people mistakenly believe that holidays in the Maldives are exorbitantly expensive. However, studying the topic of where to go in February by the sea inexpensively, pay attention to Maafushi, located on the Kaafu atoll. It is home to 2,700 people. Rest on Maafushi is considered budgetary. Breakfast for two will cost only $ 5-8, lunch - $ 17-25. A large portion of seafood costs about $ 10, a salad of fresh vegetables - $ 5.

The tourist area, where you can find yourself in swimwear, stretches between two hotels - White Shell Beach and Kani Beach. The area is divided into two parts adjacent to the hotels. The coastline is crowded, but the water is always clear. The swimming area is fenced off with a fence.


You can go to Maafushi to have a rest with children - there is a flat bottom and a convenient entrance to the water, in fact, as in other Maldives. There is not much entertainment on Maafushi. Snorkeling fans go to the sandbanks. There are three diving centers on the island, dive and enjoy the underwater world. If desired, in February, you can go to neighboring resorts with an excursion. Most often, tourists go to Biyada to rest.

Things to do on Maafushi:

  • go to watch dolphins from a boat;
  • dive into the habitat of sharks and rays;
  • go to a coral reef;
  • fishing from the boat - daytime, nighttime.

5. Malaysia, Penang


Penang is the state of Malaysia, which is located in the north-west of the country, and is represented by two parts connected by a bridge: the island and part of the mainland Seberang-Perai.

Interesting fact! Penang is known as the Pearl of the East.

In February, when the resort rarely rains, travelers recommend going to the northern part of the state, to Ferringie Beach. In addition to beach recreation, horseback riding and popular sports are practiced here.


Popular holiday destinations:

  • Telung Bahang - beach in the western part;
  • Tanjung Bungah - notable for huge reefs and exotic vegetation;
  • Telun Bahang is a quiet, secluded resort with picturesque bays.

There is something to see in Penang - temples, butterfly park, bird park and botanical garden. The tourist infrastructure is well developed here, a variety of entertainment is available.

Good to know! Here you can climb Mount Penang on a comfortable funicular. The highest point is 830 meters.

You can eat in Penang inexpensively - there are a large number of cafes and restaurants for every budget. The cheapest place to eat is in small roadside cafes and makers, as well as in the Indian Quarter. Here lunch for two will cost $ 8-12. There are canteens on the island where a full meal costs about $ 3-4.

More detailed information about the rest on the Penang Islands is presented in.

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6. Malaysia, Langkawi


Langkawi is the largest island of the archipelago of the same name, which is located in the Andaman Sea in the northern part of the country. It shares borders with Thailand and is part of the state of Kedah. The capital is Kuah.

Interesting fact! On the west coast of Malaysia, the Langkawi resort is the most popular and far ahead of Penang. People come here to relax on comfortable beaches with really white sand.


Where to go to sunbathe in February? Rest in Langkawi is a good solution. The coastline is clean and well maintained. There are many deserted exotic places where you can settle in a bungalow and feel like the owner of an entire island during your vacation. The best beaches on the island are described in.

As for entertainment and outdoor activities, they are here, but, of course, not in such quantity as in Penang.

On the island waterfalls, tourists are offered to go to the jungle; by the sea, you can rent equipment for water sports. Want to enjoy scenic views? Rent a boat and go on excursions to neighboring islands. The main attractions of the island are described.


Good to know! There is no public transport in Langkawi, and you will not find historical attractions and noisy night bars or discos. The main feature is the duty-free zone, the cost of many goods here is much lower than in other regions of Malaysia.

Food in Langkawi is inexpensive. In street vendors, Indian and Chinese dishes often cost $ 2-3. On average, lunch will cost $ 15-20 for two. The cheapest products are in local stores, but there are no large hypermarkets here.

7. Phuket, Thailand



Phuket is a popular resort located in the west of Thailand in the Andaman Sea. It is the largest Thai island. It is connected to the mainland by three bridges.



Not sure where to go for your beach holiday in February? Choose Phuket for its flawless beaches along its entire coastline. Here you can easily choose a hotel for every taste and budget. Experienced tourists recommend not to spend the entire vacation on one beach, it is better to take time and try to visit as many vacation spots as possible.


There are also many opportunities for active recreation in the resort. First of all, it is diving, because there are the best schools, sports centers and rental equipment for diving. Do you like extreme rest? Consider an elephant trekking safari in the jungle.

There are many temples built in exotic nature. The resort is well suited for families with children. Read about Kamala Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Phuket.

Helpful information! Phuket is a great place to taste the most delicious and freshest seafood. To do this, you must visit the Sunday market, where, in addition to fresh catch, they sell a huge amount of fresh, exotic fruits.

The highest prices for food are in restaurants located on the first line. If you move further away, the cost of dishes decreases significantly. It is even cheaper to eat in local cafes that are not designed for tourists. One dish here will cost $ 2-3.

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8. Thailand, Krabi province


Are you exploring where to go to the sea in February to swim and spend time actively? Take your pick. This is a visited place with a developed infrastructure. From here, boats leave for other resort areas:

  • Hat Rey-Le;
  • Tham Phra Poda;
  • Ko-Kai - the resort is famous for its sand spit;
  • Phi Phi - Visit a Viking cave and swim in the bay.

You can also go with an excursion group to the hot springs.

On Shell Fossey, the beach is covered in slabs formed from shellfish. You won't be able to swim in the sea, but you should definitely visit the place.

Helpful information! In the tourist institution Ao-Nang, lunch will cost $ 15-20 for two, in a cafe for locals - $ 10-12.

9. Cambodia, Sihanoukville


You can walk to the Snake Island, where the bridge is laid. Here they swim in a picturesque bay and go diving. Boats are regularly sent to other, distant islands. Just outside the city is the Riem National Park, which is considered the most accessible in Cambodia. Families come here to relax.

It is important! The cost of food is relatively inexpensive, a full and tasty meal will cost from $ 2 to $ 15.

10. Vietnam, Phu Quoc

It is located in the Gulf of Thailand and is the largest in Vietnam - its length is 48 km, width is 25 km. Fukuoka is dominated by a mountainous landscape, which is why it is called the island of 99 mountains.

Where to go to Vietnam in February? The most suitable place would be Phu Quoc. The fact is that in the resorts of the central and northern parts of Vietnam at this time the weather is not the most suitable for a beach holiday: there are frequent rains and winds blow.



Long beach

Here you can find beaches for every taste - calm, deserted or with a vibrant nightlife. However, the island attracts not only with its comfortable coastline. The nature is unique here - tropics, waterfalls, mountains. You can go on an eco-tour to the jungle or mountains (but on the island they are not high).

There is an opportunity to visit a pearl farm and black pepper plantation.


Pearl farm

Helpful information! There are few historical sights on the island, but still.

Despite the fact that the prices in Fukuoka restaurants are slightly higher than in the promoted Nha Trang, food still remains affordable. You can have dinner for two with wine for $ 20, breakfast will cost $ 6 for two.

Boracay is located a few kilometers from Panay Island, its length is 7 km. Despite its modest area, Boracay is one of the main tourist centers in the country. People come here for beach recreation and water sports.

Good to know! You can get from the airport to the island by boat.


White Beach

The most popular beach is White or White Beach. Its length is about 4 km, covered with white sand. There is a pedestrian zone along the entire beach line, there are hotels, nightclubs, and water sports centers. Sun loungers can be rented.

Diniwid Beach is considered the most romantic in the Philippines; people get here along a narrow path that goes through the rocks.

Punta Bunga Beach belongs to hotels, therefore its territory is closed, here I have the right to rest only for those who live in hotels.


Puka Shell Beach

The wildest and most deserted beach is Puka Shell Beach. The infrastructure is poorly developed, but there are small cafes selling ice cream, drinks and coconuts.

There are 12 dive centers in Boracay, where tourists are offered exciting and extreme dive safaris.

Food prices are quite affordable. Lunch for one person in a cafe will cost $ 5, in a restaurant - about $ 15.

We suggested where you can go to the sea in February. As you can see, in different parts of the world you can relax comfortably and inexpensively, however, keep in mind that in Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines, the Chinese New Year is celebrated in February. During this time, housing and food prices are increasing. In Vietnam and Cambodia, New Year's holidays are held on the same days, but under a different name. This also affects the cost of accommodation and meals.

Related entries:

We show you where to pack your suitcase in the last winter month. What are the hottest beach resorts in February?

If your vacation is at the end of winter, rejoice! A beach holiday in February has many advantages. In addition to the high season still prevailing in most warm countries, tours abroad can be found within any budget. New Year and Christmas excitement has already subsided.

We are looking for inexpensive travel packages online - no extra charge from travel agencies - using services that compare offers from all tour operators at once:

We use the first two in case of early booking, and we turn to the last one for last minute tours. We study, choose the option you like and book right there, because, as a rule, after postponing the next day, you will no longer find the “tasty” price.

Where to go in February at sea?

Where to relax in February abroad? We have prepared for you the top countries for a beach vacation on the shores of the seas and oceans. The list includes all resorts where you can enjoy solitude or honeymoon, and where you can get a real drive from surfing, diving or from nightlife.

In order to get off the ground like this and go for a dose of sun, it is advisable to know where you can go in February without a visa, and where you can “get off” with a simplified receipt.

WHERE TO? What about a VISA? What about the weather?
THAILAND:
Phuket, Pattaya, Koh Samui
Visa-free up to 30 days Air: + 30 ° С
Sea: + 29 ° С
VIETNAM:
Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Mui Ne
Visa-free up to 15 days Air: + 27 ° С
Sea: + 26 ° С
GOA:
North or South
Visa - $ 25 Air: + 31 ° С
Sea: + 27 ° С
BALI Visa-free up to 30 days Air: + 30 ° С
Ocean: + 29 ° С
UAE:
Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah
Visa-free up to 90 days Air: + 23 ° С
Sea: + 22 ° С
DOMINICANA:
Punta Cana, Boca Chica
Visa-free up to 30 days Air: + 27 ° С
Sea: + 26 ° С
TANZANIA:
Zanzibar
Visa - $ 50 Air: + 30 ° С
Ocean: + 29 ° С
MALDIVES Visa-free up to 90 days Air: + 28 ° С
Ocean: + 28 ° С
SRI LANKA:
Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa
Visa - $ 40 Air: + 30 ° С
Ocean: + 28 ° С
CHINA:
Hainan
Visa-free up to 15 days
ONLY BY TOUR
Air: + 26 ° С
Sea: + 25 ° С

Where to go inexpensively? TOP 5 best destinations

We arrived at the rice plantations in Bali

Where to fly to the sea in February is inexpensive - the question is relevant for many travelers. You can save on a voucher either by waiting for the last minute offer, or by choosing an initially budget place for a vacation abroad.

We analyzed the prices for tours and the cost of the stay in different countries, noted the reviews and advice of tourists and made the top 5 best resorts.

  • Thailand is a typically "Russian" winter destination. Firstly, the most developed and adapted to Russian citizens. Secondly, without a visa. And thirdly, it offers the best beach holiday in February in terms of price / condition ratio. Even in high season, the receipt for food and excursions is much lower than in other countries.
  • North Goa is the cheapest resort. In February, young people flock to the sea here - for parties and informal surroundings, nature full of palm trees and sand, and very cheap housing. You can read
  • Bali is pleasantly economical in living. After our wintering in 2018, we made up earlier. In addition, the period of our winter on the island is considered a low season, and air tickets, traditionally "eating up" a decent part of the money, come out in a smaller amount.
  • Emirates are distinguished by democratic package vacations. Although the resort is included in the list of countries where it is warm in February, the sea will have to be admired exclusively from the shore, and the swims will be arranged in the heated pool at the hotel. This is the reason for the low price tag for vouchers.
  • Vietnam is perfect for a 10 day vacation. For example, it is possible to celebrate February 23 inexpensively in Nha Trang, Phan Thiet and Fukuoka - the tour, food and transport will cost a budget.

Thailand

Photo from our trip to Phuket Island, Thailand (South side)

Thailand - this is beaches with white sand, spreading palm trees, blooming exotic plants and a rich excursion program. The honeymoon will turn out to be unbeatable if you take a tour for two to Phuket in February, closer to the middle. 14th - European Valentine's Day - Thais arrange unusual wedding ceremonies.

A serene beach kingdom can be organized on the islands - Koh Samui, Phangan, Phi Phi, which are greeted with lush greenery. During the season, you will be able not only to taste exotic fruits ripening towards the end of winter, but also to fully enjoy the calm turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea and the hot sun.

Vietnam

Where to go in early February? Vietnam, for example, offers to spend frosty days on its fine sandy coast. If you are looking for the best place to sunbathe and swim, definitely go to the south of the country: tours to Nha Trang, Phan Thiet and Phu Quoc are ideal for these purposes. The reviews that tourists who visited Vietnam in February leave are unanimous: this time is great for traveling.

The month belongs to the dry season, so the weather is good. Rains are unlikely, and if they do, it will not last long. The sea in winter is most often calm, warming up to + 26 ° С… + 28 ° С.

Prices for tours at the end of the month are some of the highest, but there is always the opportunity to find a last minute tour. If you are planning a trip on your own, book flights in advance. We usually buy them six months in advance, but in the case of Vietnam, we remind you that it is better to give preference to the tour, because its cost may be equal to the flight. It is better to buy online, before that you can familiarize yourself with the country.

Holidays in Vietnam in recent years are gaining more and more popularity among Russians - now you can reach Phu Quoc Island by direct flight. In a separate article, we compared which is better - Vietnam or Thailand?

  • A trip to Vietnam in February will be released from 75,000 rubles with accommodation in a 3 * hotel for two for 10 nights

Goa

India, Gokarna

Holidays on the warm sea in February can be organized in Goa. Moreover, it is very budgetary - India is one of the cheapest countries in Asia, although not the most developed.

Inexpensive vacations are more typical for the northern part of the state. North Goa attracts mainly young and perky, because you can live here for mere pennies, especially in terms of hotels, and have fun - to the fullest.

South Goa is somewhat retired. The hotels here are of a higher class, respectively, and the service too, but life outside their walls is completely absent. Visitors have at their disposal the beautiful sea, cozy beaches and silence. Prices for tours to the southern resort are always slightly higher than to the northern one.

  • Tours from Moscow to Goa in February 2020 for two people cost from 60,000 rubles for 9 nights. Visa - $ 25 per person

Bali

You can have an inexpensive winter vacation in Bali without a visa. Prices drop in February as high season is over and the flow of yogi-vegan hipster tourists is dwindling.

Of course, most of the people fly to the island on their own. Vouchers are rare, but they are still sold in sufficient volume. Instructions on how to save as much money as possible on your flights: 1) Choose non-seasonal dates (where February is ideal) and indirect flights (for example, with a connection in Thailand or Kuala Lumpur).

The last month of winter is suitable for those who don't like extreme heat. The element is changeable: it rains, and quite often. The day usually starts with a bright sun, and continues in the afternoon with rain. But the sunsets are excellent every time, regardless of the weather conditions. Such, indeed, can not be seen anywhere else!

UAE

Beach in Ras al-Khaimah (we swam there even in early February)

Where else to fly to the sea in February without a visa? The cancellation of the document to enter the Emirates in 2017 made travel much easier for Russians. Now it is convenient to catch hot tours - without visa problems.

The weather in the UAE in February will appeal to those who avoid scorching rays and stuffiness - + 24 ° С are comfortable for excursions and walks around the city, and the country is rich in sights. However, the conditions will not appeal to those eager to take a dip. The water temperature in the sea is not enough for swimming, but heating saves in the pools near the hotel.

Tours to the UAE in February 2020 are recommended for shopping lovers: this month is the season of sales, and the closer to its end, the more discounts become. So, if you want to not only sunbathe, but also buy good money, postpone your search for a tour until the last days of winter.

  • Tours in February will cost inexpensively to Dubai, Sharjah and Ras al-Khaimah - only 45,000 rubles for two for 7 days

Where else can you relax abroad in February?

View of Barcelona from the "Bunker" - of course you can't buy there at this time,
just very beautiful 🙂

For those who have not yet decided where to go to the sea in February, we offer the following interesting countries for a beach holiday in 2020.

For travelers, destinations to any part of the world are open: mysterious Africa, exotic Asia, festive South America ("is it generally safe there?"). Despite the remoteness and traditionally expensive tours, there is always a chance to buy a cheap last minute tour and come off even on a budget system!

Dominican Republic in February

This is a holiday country with snow-white beaches, the warmest sea and ocean and a lot of entertainment!

A seaside vacation in February at the resorts of the Dominican Republic has a number of advantages:

  • clear sunny days prevail, because the season is in full swing
  • heat, however, is easily tolerated due to winds
  • almost all hotels accept tourists on the "all inclusive" system
  • Independence Day is celebrated with a grandiose carnival on the 27th

Cons:

  • this is the season of high prices
  • large influx of tourists

The weather in the Dominican Republic in the last winter month is quite pleasant:

  • day: + 27 ° C ... + 30 ° C
  • at night: + 22 ° C ... + 24 ° C
  • water: + 26 ° C

The Dominican Republic in February 2020 will start at 135,000 rubles for two for 10 nights.

Zanzibar in February

Zanzibar, Nungwi beach (our trip in 2014)

At the end of 2017, a new, not yet "hackneyed" winter destination was opened for us: tours to Zanzibar. The reviews of those who visited the mysterious island, known primarily for the tale of Aibolit, boil down to the following:

  • you can relax relatively inexpensively, but, moreover, the landscapes and atmosphere are somewhat reminiscent of the Maldives
  • beaches are deserted and endlessly beautiful
  • the island has a rich historical heritage that has been preserved in the streets of the capital, and wandering around them is an exciting activity

Cons:

  • the local cuisine will not surprise you with anything - rice, legumes, chicken. Maybe a banana floating in a fish soup (by the way, really delicious!)
  • poorly developed infrastructure
  • strong ocean ebb

Zanzibar in February welcomes anyone looking to sunbathe and swim in privacy, and the weather is favorable for this:

  • day: + 31 ° C ... + 33 ° C
  • at night: + 24 ° C ... + 25 ° C
  • water: + 28 ° C

Prices for a beach holiday in February 2020 in Zanzibar from a tour operator start at 130,000 rubles for two for 10 nights.

The pearls of the Indian Ocean - the picturesque atolls of the Maldives - are some of the luxury options where you can go abroad.

Pros of a February holiday on the islands:

  • dry, sunny and calm (but conditions may deteriorate by the end of the month)
  • decent level of "all inclusive" system
  • delicious national cuisine
  • the possibility of complete isolation from the outside world in a bungalow with a personal exit to the ocean
  • many tourists (couples flock on February 14 for marriage)
  • in Male - flocks of Chinese: loud-voiced and considering it in the order of things to come to dinner in swimming trunks
  • on self-catering, and alcohol is prohibited

Weather at sea in February:

  • day: + 29 ° C ... + 33 ° C
  • at night: + 25 ° C ... + 27 ° C
  • water: + 28 ° C

Brazil

Where else to go to the sea in February? If you are not afraid of flights and are not constrained in funds, take air tickets to Brazil!

Pros of a Brazilian vacation:

  • in February in Rio (21-26) the famous carnival is held
  • the cleanest beaches with worldwide popularity
  • if you do not like noisy children, then you will hardly find them in hotels
  • excellent local cuisine

Cons of a beach holiday:

  • there are waves (although for surfers this is a plus)
  • there may be light rain
  • very hot during the day
  • crime

Rest on the warm sea in February will not be darkened by the weather:

  • day: + 29 ° C ... + 33 ° C
  • night: + 21 ° C .. + 25 ° C
  • water: + 25 ° C ... + 28 ° C

Sri Lanka

Tours to Sri Lanka in February have their advantages:

  • there is no rain at all or it is short-lived
  • warm evenings - no long sleeves needed
  • affordable cost of vouchers
  • gorgeous landscapes, waterfalls and jungle

And the cons:

  • be prepared to meet mosquitoes: do not forget to bring protective equipment
  • quite high prices for hotels
  • the ocean is storming, the waves are big

Late winter weather in Sri Lanka:

  • day: + 29 ° C ... + 33 ° C
  • night: + 23 ° C ... + 25 ° C
  • water: + 28 ° C

Winter vacation in Sri Lanka in February starts at 80,000 rubles for 10 days for two. The visa is free!

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So the merry New Year holidays were gone, and we went back to work. How, are you still resting? Have you been given a vacation in February in the middle of winter? Do not be so upset, because in February you can relax no worse than in summer! You will ask us again - how and where? And we will answer and tell you where to go to rest in February 2020 at sea. Our tips will allow you to fly away from your native land, away from snow and frost and soak up the beach, near the sea in the warm February sun. Intrigued? Then read our tips soon, choose a tour for yourself, and fly away from the frost in the heat!

Hot winter holidays on the islands!

Yes, you heard right - exactly a hot and winter vacation! This is only possible on the islands. So if you once wanted to become a Robinson and visit the island as a child, now is the time for your dream to come true!

And we have the first in the list of islands beloved by all Maldives!


What awaits us in the Maldives in February? A real paradise awaits us. Namely, the air temperature is not lower than 25 degrees, and at night, not lower than 20 degrees. The water in the ocean is warm, so you can swim and then bask in the sand.
Even in the Maldives, an amazing view of the ocean opens up. When you look into the distance, you understand how boundless our land is.
You will lie on a sun lounger near the water, look ahead, drink a cocktail and enjoy life. In general, the Maldives is very cool, albeit far from Russia.

Do you know what 115 islands are? Yes, these are islands called Seychelles.


These islands are located in the Indian Ocean and because of their geographical location there is a constant air temperature of + 30. And the water does not drop below +29 degrees all year round!
There are always white beaches in the Seychelles. Everywhere there is white sand, which sometimes it seems as if you have always seen only white sand, and no other.
Coves for romantic get-togethers. Hotels where you will be served as if you are a real sheikh. All this is Seychelles, and all this all year round and in February inclusive.

We also offer you the Dominican Republic from the islands.


She's just beautiful in February. If you board a plane in Russia and fall asleep, then when you wake up in the Dominican Republic, you will be surprised. You have never seen such beauty. Beautiful beaches, landscapes, turquoise water and many, many corals will immediately open before you.
In the Dominican Republic, you need to go diving at least once. After all, what is hidden under the water, you can only see here. You will meet with the amazing flora and fauna of the Dominican Republic. You will not just dive under the water, you will plunge into a completely different world, a world where you want to be every day.

Rest in February on the beaches of Asia.
If you do not like flying long distances and a long flight is not for you, then in February the beaches of Southeast Asia will welcome you.

The most popular beach destination in Asia is Thailand.


Basically, you can swim in Thailand all year round. But still, in February, when the tourist season in this country comes to an end, the rest is the best.
The water temperature in February in the paradise of Asia warms up to plus 24 degrees. The air will be dry and warm up to +28. In February in Thailand, you will not expect rain or other rainfall. They will be a little later, closer to summer. Therefore, you will have a great rest, and you will not sit by the hotel window and wait for the rain to end.

If you love watching Indian films before, then the island of Goa is for you.


February will be clear, warm and wonderful in Goa. You can learn about the culture of India, see its traditions and sights, and swim in warm vodka in the Indian Ocean. Indeed, it is in February that the water temperature near the island of Goa does not drop below +27 degrees. You will swim as if in fresh milk. And at the same time, the water will amaze you with its purity.
The only minutes of rest in February in Goa are tourists. Since everyone wants to bask in the sun, everyone comes here.
But if you book your tour in advance, you will have a wonderful hotel and a short walk to the beach.