What's the best way to spend the May holidays? Of course, go on a trip! We offer several destinations in Russia where you can go on vacation in May 2019.
May is last month spring, time for barbecue and the beginning of the season at popular seaside resorts. True, it’s still too early to swim, but you can sunbathe, wander through forests and mountains, raft down rivers, explore caves and enjoy life. Let's try to figure out where you can go in Russia in May 2019 and where is the best place to relax?
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Black Sea
Where to go in Russia in May 2019, if not to? The weather in different cities is approximately the same: warm and sunny during the day, still fresh and cool in the evenings, but the warmest are in Sochi and Adler (+21°C during the day, +13°C at night). Good: in Yalta, Alushta and Feodosia during the day +18°C, at night +10...+12°C.
The water in the Black Sea warms up slowly, usually in May the water temperature is +15°C, so most vacationers do not sunbathe, but only the bravest dare to take a plunge. IN best case scenario the sea will warm up to +18°C by the end of the month. It often rains in May. In the evenings on the coast it becomes uncomfortable; after sunset the air temperature drops sharply to +12°C, and you cannot do without a windbreaker.
City beach in Feodosia (Photo © booking.com / On Chernomorskaya)
In May it’s good to sunbathe, walk along parks and embankments, you can admire the tulip parade in the Nikitsky Botanical Garden or naval parade in Sevastopol and Feodosia. Tourists enjoy visiting palaces, waterfalls, caves, zoos, aquariums and Olympic venues, a lot interesting places can be visited in spring. By the end of the month, other Black Sea resorts also open for the season: Tuapse, Feodosia, Sudak, Evpatoria. Water parks, dolphinariums, cafes and restaurants are gradually opening. For those wishing to improve their health, it is advisable to undergo a course of treatment at mineral springs.
Dzhemete Beach, Anapa (Photo © booking.com / Guest House "Ivolga") Sea of Azov
Holidays in Russia in May are not limited to the resorts of the Black Sea - their serious competitors are the resorts of the Azov coast, despite the fact that the Azov Sea is still cool for swimming (water +17°C, during the day on the coast +21°C, at night +12°C ). Clear sunny days give way to stormy ones, and the evenings are cool +13...+16°C. It’s better to come here towards the end of the month: the air becomes warmer +22...+25°C, some even try to take a dip, although by local standards the sea is simply icy.
Embankment and beach in Yeysk (Photo © booking.com / 1-room apartment) Karelia
The weather is still quite cool, especially in the first half of the month: during the day +6...+10°C, there may be frosts at night. But in the last ten days of May it is already sunny and warm: during the day +15...+18°С, at night +8...+10°С.
There are no prolonged rains in May, and blood-sucking insects are also not observed, so the main entertainments of vacationers are quad biking, river rafting, horse riding, hiking, and fishing. May - best time for rafting in Karelia, after spring floods the rivers become full, making it easier to pass the rapids. The fishing season is beginning - rivers and lakes are teeming with fish, and gear and a boat can be rented at the recreation center.
Kivach Waterfall (Photo © Alexxx1979 / flickr.com / License CC BY-SA 2.0) What else can you do on vacation in Karelia in May? Fans of excursions will be able to combine business with pleasure and see the main attractions of the region: the Kivach waterfall, the Ruskeala mountain park and the Marble Canyon, Marcial Waters, a zoo complex, a Karelian village and other places. In May, water traffic resumes; you can go on an excursion to the famous islands of Kizhi and Valaam. There is no shortage of hotels and recreation centers in Karelia, but we still recommend booking them in advance.
Do you want to forget about all your worries and just enjoy your vacation? Contact your local tour operator "Alem-Tour". Here, tours are already selected by month, duration and purpose of travel, and you also have the opportunity to create a tour yourself or order its selection from a manager. You can book and pay immediately online.
Solovetsky Monastery (Photo © _perSona_ / flickr.com / License CC BY-NC-ND 2.0) Seliger
The famous Lake Seliger in the Tver region is well known to residents of the capital and surrounding regions. This largest system lakes of glacial origin surrounded by forests - just ideal conditions for outdoor recreation in May in Russia. The main attractions of these places are the Nilo-Stolobenskaya Hermitage, the source of the Volga and the Holy Okovetsky Spring.
In May on Seliger it is +18°C during the day, +8°C at night, sometimes the air warms up to +22°C. The weather is changeable, the number of sunny and cloudy days is approximately the same, and it may rain.
May is the favorite time of fishermen on Seliger; fish come to spawn almost to the very shore. At the recreation center you can catch it yourself or buy it, grilled or freshly smoked. Vacationers sunbathe, go boating, ride horses and bicycles, or simply walk along the pine forest. The smell of barbecue and the aroma of fresh grass, a hot dinner in warm company after rejuvenating treatments in a Russian bath - what else is needed for happiness?
While relaxing on the lake in May 2019, you can visit, in addition to the famous Seliger monasteries, Torzhok is a cozy, beautiful town on the Tvertsa River with big amount picturesque temples, or Shirokov Pogost, which is popularly called Seliger Kizhi. The Holy Okovetsky Spring (located near the village of Okovtsy, Torzhok region), according to legend, gives health to those who plunge headlong three times in three equipped fonts. But not everyone can do this test - the water in the source, even in the heat, is only +4°C.
Lake Seliger, Ostashkov (Photo © booking.com / Beach houses) Mountain Altai
In May there may still be snow in the mountains, but the valleys are turning green and hiking tours are slowly opening up. The weather is dry, clear and slightly windy, +15°C during the day, +10°C at night. The nights are cool, frosts sometimes occur, and snow can even fall, which just as quickly disappears with the first rays of the sun.
Ukok Plateau - sacred place for the peoples of Altai (Photo © zabaraorg / flickr.com / License CC BY 2.0) What do you usually do on vacation in May? Tourists fish, ride horses, explore caves, conquer mountain peaks, and raft down rivers. Non-sporting tourists are interested in taking a look at the local ones - driving along the Chuysky tract, seeing how two powerful rivers- Chuya and Katun, see ancient petroglyphs, admire the beautiful Belukha and the temple on the island of Patmos, admire the deep mountain lakes. Here you can have a wonderful holiday with children - comfortable conditions there are many camp sites in the area of Lake Aya and Biryuzovaya Katun in the Chemal region.
Mountain Altai is often compared to Tibet; according to local legends, this is where the entrance to the mystical country of Shambhala is located. Powerful energy of these lands puts the mind and feelings in order, and active pastime fills a person with health and positive emotions. pilgrimages for tourists are Lake Teletskoye, the Katun and Chuya rivers, Lake Aya and Mount Belukha.
Of course, May is not summer yet, and Russia is not the tropics, but you can have a wonderful vacation anywhere, if you want. Have a nice holiday and new experiences!
Katun - a river in the Altai Republic and Altai Territory (Photo © mmmAleksei / flickr.com / License CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)Introductory image source: © Andrew Kudrin / flickr.com / Licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0.
Where to go on vacation at sea in May? Let's look at the best beach resorts where you can sunbathe and swim in warm water, and go on excursions to places where there are not yet crowds of tourists. We'll find out prices for tours in the spring, find profitable air tickets and select hotels with good conditions for a trip with children.
After prolonged cold weather, the question arises: is it possible to plan a beach holiday in May? Of course yes, because in some countries the sea is very warm, and the sun is ready to give you a first-class tan.
The most popular tours abroad in May are those countries where the beach season is already open; let’s look at the best destinations.
Beach holiday destinations
Coast Dead Sea in Israel
One of the excellent options could be, at this time its two resort areas are especially attractive - Tel Aviv and Eilat - these are the best resorts in May for families with children.
Tel Aviv, Israel
Daytime temperature + 30°C, water temperature +26°C. The weather is sunny, great for swimming and sunbathing. The beaches are clean, with clear water, fully equipped and safe for children to bathe.
The beaches have a developed infrastructure - there are cafes, restaurants, all the necessary equipment, you can also spend time riding a yacht, water skiing, windsurfing, etc. Let’s not forget about the flight from Moscow.
When planning your vacation on your own, we recommend considering a selection of the best apartments and hotels with good reviews, where you will not only be comfortable for relaxation, but also for a long time.
Eilat, Israel
The weather is hotter and reaches +32°C, water up to +28°C. By the end of the month it is already getting higher. Beach season opened already at the beginning of the month. The days are all sunny and clear, which is very comfortable for sunbathing and swimming in the sea.
Israel offers its guests a very diverse and interesting excursion program. You can order the services of a guide from the hotel or explore everything yourself. Ancient tombs, monasteries, natural landscapes and grottoes, and gardens are recommended for inspection.
Lots of other entertainment: museums, water parks, art galleries.
- from Moscow - from 8,000 to 17,000 thousand rubles.
- Prices for staying in hotels depend on the number of stars and range from approximately 4,000 thousand rubles and more per day. View ?
For tourists who decide to fly to Israel on vacation in the spring, we recommend considering package tours using Level.travel, the search engine looks for offers from 134 major tour operators at once, you can be sure of the price.
Aqaba, Jordan
City of Petra, Jordan
Another one of popular countries among Russians, where it is better to relax at sea in May, and where trips are booked already in winter, not the spring season in full swing. At this time, the air temperature warms up to +31°C, and the water temperature +27°C. The most the best resort is Aqaba. In the first month of spring it begins here high season, V summer months It gets too stuffy and hot. If the purpose of your trip is a beach holiday, Aqaba is an ideal option.
The beaches are varied, here you can find both sandy and pebble, all very clean and fully equipped. They mostly belong to hotels and are their private property.
Scuba diving is developed in Aqaba, coastal waters beautiful Coral reefs, Flora and fauna. Many different water excursions and attractions.
The resort infrastructure is developed, there are hotels and apartments to suit every taste and budget. The cost per day is from 2900 and above, depending on the stars and the beach line, the further away, the cheaper.
Prices for air tickets from Moscow range from 19,500 to 30,000 thousand rubles.
Exotic destinations
UAE
Emirates in the evening
This is a great country where you can fly in May with your child and get an unforgettable experience not only from the architecture you see, but also from shopping, exciting excursions, active entertainment for children.
The most popular resorts are Abu Dhabi (air temperature + 38°C, water + 29°C), Dubai (air + 37°C, water + 28°C).
In May, the beach season is already in full swing, where guests enjoy the snow-white sands, clear sea and hot sun. In addition to lazy relaxation, there are things to do here: scuba diving, go out to the open sea on a yacht. In addition to the usual ones, there are also a number of extreme ones, such as skydiving.
Many tourists prefer shopping. – this is a real paradise for shopping lovers, there are many different water parks, attractions, and spectacular shows. Particular attention is paid to local cuisine; it is very diverse and incredibly tasty.
Holiday prices in May in the UAE are approximately:
- – from 11,900 to 23,000 thousand rubles;
- The cost of accommodation depends on the category and is approximately 7,000 thousand rubles per day. View the best hotels in Abu Dhabi on the first line;
Maldives
Restaurant in the Maldives at sunset
It is rightfully considered one of best places, where you can relax abroad during the May holidays. A trip to these paradise islands will allow you to have the best time of your life, because best beaches of the world are located right here.
The Maldives is home to the world's richest undersea world for lovers, extraordinary nature, sea air and breathtaking landscapes.
The beaches are varied, some belong to the hotel or are completely virgin, where you can relax in complete privacy.
Air temperature in May is + 31°C, water temperature is + 28°C.
Except beach holiday Many excursion programs are held here - this could be a walk along the coast on horseback, ATVs, scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, diving.
You can walk around tropical forests, try exotic cuisine or explore local attractions.
- from Moscow from 15,500 to 30,000 thousand rubles.
- Accommodation prices – from 15900 per night and above. When planning a trip to the Maldives on your own, we recommend choosing one of the best hotels by the sea.
Inexpensive vacation at sea in May, where to relax?
I'm interested in the question of where to go to the seaside in May inexpensively. We strongly recommend that you search for tours to Thailand and Greece.
Spring holiday in Thailand
Samui at sunset
IN Athens air temperature +25°C, water temperature +22°C, fully equipped clean beaches are located here, you can also book an exciting boat trip, yacht trip, water skiing and even fishing.
All beaches have developed infrastructure, there are cafes, bars, a variety of dishes are prepared, beach parties and discos are held in the evenings, during the day you can play volleyball, tennis, and get a massage.
In addition, this resort is ready to offer its guests a lot: visiting antiquities, visiting natural attractions.
Rhodes Island features first-class beaches, archaeological sites, stunning natural landscapes and active nightlife, parties, discos, restaurants, bars and clubs.
The contrast between day and night temperatures on the island is quite large, so it is recommended to throw on a jacket in the evenings. The beach season is open at the beginning of the month, but for younger guests it is better to wait until the middle. There is a lot of entertainment, performances, and very tasty local cuisine.
- from Moscow - from 9,000 to 14,000 thousand rubles.
- Hotel prices in Rhodes start from 3,200 thousand rubles and above.
Where to go to the seaside in May without a visa?
If you don’t know where to go on vacation abroad in May, pay attention to Cuba and Malaysia.
Holidays in Cuba
To visit Cuba, it is enough to have a foreign passport and a Russian passport. This month the air temperature in Cuba is about +31°C, water + 28°C.
The endless sandy beaches here are incomparable, they are fully equipped, and the sea is very warm and gentle.
For lovers of water activities, they can offer windsurfing, diving, snorkeling, a yacht or boat trip, sea fishing, water skiing.
The best can be called Havana, Santiaga de Cuba, Cayo Coco.
There is a lot of entertainment in Havana - carnivals, themed parties, many clubs, discos, bars, restaurants. This is the most fun resort of them all. But also great beaches, delicious local cuisine and interesting local attractions.
- – from 22,000 to 37,000 thousand rubles.
- The cost of accommodation in beach hotels is from 6,000 thousand rubles per day and above.
Trip to Malaysia
This country is visa-free for Russian citizens to visit, and the weather is beach resorts in May it is ideal for relaxation. Air temperature +33°C, water +29°C.
The beaches are all equipped, clean, and Sun rays Ideal for tanning, but you need to have cream on hand to avoid getting sunburned.
Best resorts to visit: Borneo, Penang. Here, in addition to snow-white sandy beaches There are cultural and natural attractions.
The most unforgettable adventure is to swim in the ocean with fish, stingrays and sharks.
- from Moscow - from 15,000 to 25,000 thousand rubles.
- Hotel prices start from 7,000 thousand rubles per day.
Weather in May at popular resorts
A holiday at sea abroad in May implies the desire of tourists to be in places where it is warm. We can safely recommend Turkey and Morocco.
Türkiye
An excellent option is that the air temperature at the beginning of the spring holidays is + 26 °C, the water + 21 °C. The beach season opens from the middle of the month.
The best holiday resorts are Alanya, Antalya, where the air temperature is higher and you can enjoy the beach season. In addition to a lazy holiday, we can recommend an active one, which includes exciting water excursions and sightseeing.
It is also worth noting that the May holidays are a special time when various festivals are held and many holidays are celebrated.
From Moscow - from 7,000 to 10,000 thousand rubles.
Accommodation prices range from 4,000 and over a thousand rubles per day.
Morocco
Morocco desert tour
Another hospitable country, where it is already quite warm and the air temperature reaches + 27°C and the water temperature +22°C. The beach season opens only in the middle of the month, when the sea warms up to +25 °C.
The advantages of Moroccan beaches are undeniable - emerald-colored water, clean sand, beautiful coastline and beautiful seascapes. The infrastructure is very developed, there is everything you need, a lot of entertainment and places where you can have fun.
Hotels provide Additional services, as well as excellent service, you can rent apartments in the private sector from the owners for a long time. Many local attractions and excursion destinations provide an opportunity not to get bored and spend time useful for the development of the child.
- from Moscow - from 8,000 to 20,000 thousand rubles.
- Accommodation prices – from 3,500 thousand rubles per day.
If you decide to spend your holidays in Russia this year, then you have options great amount. Russia is a vast country and offers a variety of recreational opportunities. If you live in small town, this could be an educational trip to big cities(Moscow, St. Petersburg), this could be a trip along the Golden Ring, maybe a trip to Lake Baikal, and maybe resorts Krasnodar region. There are a lot of options! It all just depends on the time of year and your preferences, of course. But it’s more pleasant and convenient to travel to more warm months- for example, in May, when the country's workers have several happy days off. That's what we'll talk about.
May , the last month of spring, one might say, the beginning of summer, but everywhere is not too hot yet, but nature is already blooming with all its colors. Don’t forget that the beginning of May, as a rule, is still cool, but the end of the month is very different and is already much more like summer, no matter in the north or south of the country.
I won’t write too much about the trip. Whatever you say, these big cities look much better in May and summer than in winter and autumn. Spring sunshine, clean roads (slush and brown snow, you know, are not particularly beautiful), flowering trees, good mood– perhaps this is the best time to visit the two capitals of Russia for the first time (or not for the first time). The average daytime temperature in Moscow in May is 20°C; at night the thermometer can drop to 10-11°C. In St. Petersburg, things are worse - 13.5-14 °C during the day and up to 7-8 °C. Naturally, it will be much warmer in the sun, don’t worry. 
You can take a more extreme trip and head to Kola Peninsula
in town . Ever thought about this? In vain! 
Maybe not in the city itself, but in neighboring villages you can rent a house for your big company and go fishing in the purest river, admire the numerous lakes and snow-capped peaks of the hills, breathe fresh air. Just don’t forget that May is quite harsh here, and during the day in the Murmansk area it is only 8-9°C, and at night it’s even worse – 2-3°C. So, Murmansk in May is, one might say, the same winter, but not so boring, but very pleasant, and what views! What views! 
If such tours seem extremely difficult and unattractive to you, then it’s time to finally get to Golden Ring. 
Golden ring Russia is a tourist route passing through ancient Russian cities that preserve unique monuments of Russian history and culture, as well as centers of folk crafts. The number of cities along this route may vary, but it definitely includes cities such as, and. 
Other cities (such as Alexandrov, Bogolyubovo, Gorokhovets, Gus-Khrustalny, Murom and a number of others) are debatable. Fortunately, the May weather is ideal for such an activity, because in the central zone of Russia it can be very hot in the summer, and crawling through cities may not be comme il faut, just as it is not particularly cool to drive through them in slushy March-April or cold autumn months. The average temperature in May in this band is + 18-21°C, at night the temperature can drop to 10-12°C, so it’s worth bringing warm jackets. 
You can also pack up your things and rush to. But the places in this area are amazingly good! If you associate Astrakhan only with watermelons, then you urgently need to cross out this stereotype. 
The Astrakhan region with its rivers, lakes, fields and, of course, Caspian Sea, is a wonderful place for those who want to take a break from the bustle of the city, relax, go fishing and have a walk. 
Perhaps only here you can admire entire fields of lotuses! 
And in May it is pleasantly warm in the Astrakhan region. During the day it can reach +27°C, and in the sun and at the end of May it is even hotter. Even at night in May it reaches +20°C, and the water in the Caspian Sea warms up to +20°C. Therefore, you can not only walk, but take your first swim and even get a little tan! 
Since we're talking about the sea, we can't help but mention resorts of the Krasnodar region. There are a lot of them: large cities with developed tourist infrastructure, smaller cities, and the cutest villages. 
In May, housing prices are not yet so high, and the resorts on the coast offer relatively inexpensive holiday and treatment. And there are not so many tourists in the Black Sea resorts yet - and this, you know, is a huge plus! The resorts in May are not yet as hot as you might expect: the average monthly temperature is +20...+22°C, but at night it can still be cool here. As for swimming, I would not recommend doing this at the beginning of the month, since the water is only about +12-13°C, but at the end of May the waters warm up to +21°C, which is already acceptable for swimming. And May is also a great time for excursions to the mountains, gorges and waterfalls of the Krasnodar Territory - because there are so many of them here! 
By the way, what about Stavropol Territory? There are very cool resorts of the Caucasian mineral waters here. So, you will have a great chance to heal, enjoy the clean mountain air, get drunk mineral water and get dirty in the healing mud - this goodness in Stavropol region full. On average, this region is quite warm in May, reaching +22°C, but by the end of May it can already reach +28°C. 
Further, it should be noted Karelia. An area with a beautiful and mysterious name, noisy rivers, dense forests, incredible lakes and waterfalls - Karelian nature is, of course, something incredible. You can go on an excursion to, or you can rush to explore Karelia on your own. 
Oh yes, Karelia offers the most interesting entertainment - for example, here you can try interesting dishes– venison or dishes from local fish species. 
It’s also incredibly interesting to learn more about life and everyday life northern peoples Russia. In general, the place is certainly notable. True, in May in Karelia it is not so hot yet, but not so cold - on average the daily temperature is up to +18°C.
Our mountain republics also deserve attention - Dagestan, Adygea, Karachay-Cherkessia, Kabardino-Balkaria, North Ossetia
. The republics of the Caucasus are incredibly beautiful! 
In the valleys of these republics flows a large number of rivers, lakes, and about the most beautiful mountainous areas with forests, fields and mountain flowers - it’s just a treat for the eyes! And what is it worth, which is considered one of the oldest “living” cities in the world (and the most ancient city in Russia. The first settlements arose here at the end of the 4th millennium BC!). Well, what about the culture and way of life of the peoples inhabiting these areas - still, it’s incredibly interesting! The weather in different areas of this region is naturally different, especially since temperature conditions may vary depending on the altitude of the area. But in general, in this area it is already very warm in May - on average + 23-25°C, and in the evenings up to 15°C. The Caspian Sea, by the way, in May is also quite warm in the Makhachkala-Derbent region: at the end of May it reaches a temperature of almost +22°C (but in early May it is still cool to swim, since the sea is no more than +13°C). I think that these areas should never be underestimated as a tourist destination!
And finally Baikal. A magnet for all travelers, beautiful lake in the southern part Eastern Siberia and, for a moment, the most deep lake on the planet (the average depth of the lake is 744 meters)! 
Baikal is so good that it is called the sea. The coastal areas of the lake are also incredibly beautiful, distinguished by a unique diversity of flora and fauna, and most of the plants and animals grow and live only off the shores of Lake Baikal. Swimming in Baikal is probably cool. It's even colder. 
But simply admiring Baikal is a pleasure, because the water in the lake is so transparent that individual stones and various items can be visible at a depth of up to 40 meters! The water is especially clean in spring, including May, when the water is very beautiful. of blue color(in summer and autumn, water transparency decreases significantly, and the color becomes blue-green and green). This area is not that warm in May. For example, on average it is about +15°C, and at night it can be quite chilly - up to +3-4°C.
In general, as you can see, Mother Russia is vast and extremely beautiful! The possibilities it offers travelers are almost endless - the main thing is to take the time and enjoy it.
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So, vacation in May: we are looking for where to go and finding out how much it costs. Where to relax during the short weekend from 1st to 5th? We tell you - you plan!
May means the May holidays, and therefore a suitable period for another trip to the summer. Of course, a seaside holiday in May in the vastness of Russia can hardly be called a beach holiday, and therefore the resorts where you can go to relax and swim are located only within flight distance.
There is no need to explain that a beach holiday in May is a popular idea, and therefore you should buy a tour or air tickets in advance. To explore all possible offers from tour operators and compare prices for tours, check out:
These are our faithful assistants in organizing budget travel :) As well as 10 rules for buying a profitable tour. By the way, we have already selected a tour for May to Spain!
Where to relax in May at sea?
When thinking about where to go to the sea in May, you can still stop at South-East Asia, in the warmth of the sea/ocean you can be one hundred percent sure:
- Thailand
- Vietnam (Nha Trang)
- Indonesia
Another thing is that the holidays are short, but getting there takes a long time. Option, rather, for a full vacation.
Therefore, let's look closer. Holidays abroad and in May are not excluded. European countries. At the beginning of the month, the beach season opens at:
- Spain
- Italy
- Greece
- Tunisia
- and in Cyprus.
The bar on the thermometer can creep up to +25ºС…+28ºС, enough to sunbathe and cool off with a couple of cocktails. But even in these directions there is a catch - the water does not have time to warm up at the same pace and invigorates the daredevils who decide to take a plunge, +17ºС...+18ºС (except for Turkey and Cyprus, it is hotter there).
Where to spend a beach holiday in May 2019 to a) take a short flight, b) swim, and c) change your skin tone to golden? To choose from:
- Israel
The price is per person when purchasing a tour for two
Türkiye
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For many of our compatriots, the answer to the question of where to go in May does not require much thought. Of course, Turkey is one of the leaders in the tourism industry in both Europe and Asia.
Tours to Turkey in May are an opportunity to catch the opening of the season, when everything is ready to receive guests at sea, but there is still no heat and crowds of people. There is a drawback to this: swimming, except in the pool, will have to be postponed.
Pros:
Minuses:
The desire of individuals to profit from tourists
Low water temperature, only in last days it heats up to +24ºС
UAE
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Among the options for where to relax at sea in May, the UAE stands out. Firstly, because it’s abroad, but the flight is short (5 hours), and secondly, the temperatures there will make Turkey jealous in August.
It is better to fly to the Emirates in the first half of May. More precisely, I baked as early as possible in the hellish season, which begins in June. Imagine how the country is fried if at the beginning of May the air is +33°C and the water is +28°C.
Where to go? You can choose from skyscraper Dubai, bordering Sharjah, capital Abu Dhabi, budget Ras al Khaimah or slightly less hot, but “in the outskirts” - Fujairah.
pros
Relatively inexpensive trips
Sea - favorite fresh milk
Royal dates, kebabs, jeep safaris and other Arabian flavor
Minuses
– the weather is on the verge of “staying out of the hotel until 6 pm”
– you will have to bring alcohol with you or purchase it in advance at a drink store
- Prices for holidays in May 2019 in the UAE - from 60,000 rubles for a week-long tour for two
Spain
One of best countries for a holiday on the Mediterranean Sea. Holidays in Spain in May mean staying in an ever-cheerful and relaxed atmosphere during the day and wild entertainment in the evenings. And the sights of Barcelona, Malaga and Valencia are especially impressive in the spring, when there is still no stuffiness and unbearable heat.
A beach holiday in May 2019 can only be organized to its full potential only in the Canary Islands (Tenerife, Gran Canaria), where the water temperature (+20℃) more or less allows for a dip.
Pros:
Barcelona is one of the best cities in the world (in our opinion :))
Affordable tour prices
Wonderful weather for lots of walking
Minuses:
Active thieves on the beaches
Unheated sea
- The cost of tours for a week is from 50,000 rubles for two
Cyprus
Cyprus is the homeland of the goddess of love Aphrodite. It is not surprising that tourists fall under the romantic influence of privacy. Already in May, the sea in Cyprus is quite warm and comfortable; in the end the water warms up to +23ºС. There are both youth (Ayia Napa) and oriented family holiday(Paphos) resorts.
Cyprus, like Turkey, is the leader in the number of Russian holidaymakers located on local beaches. And all because there is almost no visa and an adequate price tag for tours.
Pros:
High level of service, safety
Favorable climate, many sunny days
Free visa issued online
Minuses:
Inflated prices for food and alcohol
To see the island you need to rent a car
- The cost of tours for a week is from 45,000 rubles for two
Greece
Our trip in June to Rhodes / In October - to Athens
The famous phrase “Greece has everything!” absolutely fair to its resorts. The country has many excellent places that offer visitors all the possibilities for a beach holiday.
In the southern part of the country (Crete, Rhodes, Kos) the weather is favorable for sun lovers and sunbathing on the beach - the air temperature is +21℃…+25℃. The second half of the month is especially comfortable for the trip, when the water warms up to +21.5℃.
Pros:
Cheap tours and flights from many Russian cities
Clear sea (but you can swim at the end of May)
Delicious local food (gyros, meze, salads) and products (cheeses, olives, butter, fruits)
Minuses:
- The cost of tours for a week is from 35,000 rubles for two
Italy
Our trip to Milan (Milan Cathedral + Gallery)
If you haven’t decided where to go on vacation in May, but don’t want to fly far, optimal choice- Italian resorts. Italy is a country that was created in order to spend an unforgettable vacation here. Millions of tourists come here to enjoy picturesque nature and a wealth of attractions!
It will definitely be warm in May, but the situation with sea swims is not completely clear. Only one thing is known - the sea gains the required temperature fastest in Sicily, and one hundred percent suitable for water procedures resort - Ischia and others like it, with thermal springs.
Pros:
There are so many interesting places and regions that you can’t even visit them in 10 times.
Pizzerias and gelaterias, wines and cheeses
Great shopping
Minuses:
Be careful, you might fall in love with the country
Difficulties in obtaining a visa - Italians are mischievous and do not always approve of what they want
Tunisia
Tunisian ceramics
Tours to Tunisia in May delight tourists with their low cost. In the second half of the month it is already real summer here. In the south of the country, the sea water warms up to +21ºС…+22ºС, and beach holidays begin. Seasoned extreme sports enthusiasts go swimming, while everyone else enjoys the warm sun and Moorish exoticism ↓
- The cost of tours for a week is from 55,000 rubles for two
We went to the island of Nusa Penida (Indonesia)
Bali has a firmly established reputation as a “paradise island”. This is one of the most suitable holiday options abroad in May 2019 for those who love tropical nature with “wild” landscapes, elements and juicy fruits. Well, and of course, for those who want to get on the board (surfing)! It’s also cheap here (excluding flights), we lived in Bali for $20 a day for two!
Pros:
Good-natured local people (namely Balinese)
Stunning sunsets by the ocean
Cheap accommodation and food
Rice fields, dozens of waterfalls and several volcanoes worth climbing!
Minuses:
Chaotic traffic on the roads
Lots of small (sometimes large) animals
Seismic region
The visiting Javanese are the “mafia”, it’s better not to conflict with them
Vietnam
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Where to go to the sea in May to be like in Thailand? Unlike the last one, tourist season in Vietnam starts closer to summer. Let us clarify that only in its central part – in Nha Trang, the city most developed by the Russians.
The weather is typical for Southeast Asia: the air temperature is stable at +30°C, the sea is heated to +29°C. It rains rarely (and that’s what you want).
You won’t get bored in Nha Trang - in addition to the beaches, the must-visit program includes islands, excursions to Hanoi and Dalat, and - the best of the best - the Vinpearl amusement park with a stunning cable car (Sochi was not close) .
pros
Unusual dry season for Southeast Asia in May
Every self-respecting (and money) salesman knows Russian
Cool amusement park nearby
Minuses
- In 2019, Vietnam costs from 80,000 rubles for 10 nights for two. Holidays in May on an all-inclusive basis - already from 130 thousand
Israel
All beaches in Tel Aviv are free, but very well maintained - there are toilets, changing cabins, awnings
Israel in May is already real summer. Even in the Mediterranean Sea, the water temperature rises to +25ºС, and the water in the Dead Sea is +30ºС.
A beach holiday can be arranged in modern Tel Aviv - on the Mediterranean coast, in tourist Eilat - on the Red Sea coast, and in slightly retired Ein Bokek - the most popular resort of the Dead Sea.
Pros:
Ideal weather conditions
Bloom national parks and nature reserves
No visa required
Many locals speak Russian
Minuses:
Shops/cafes/restaurants and public transport from Friday afternoon until Saturday evening
High prices for everything
- The cost of tours for a week is from 80,000 rubles for two
Where to go in Russia?
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Climbed Rosa Khutor
Is it always necessary to go abroad, as they say, to distant lands, to the sea, if it is nearby?
Some people think about where to relax in May in Russia, and they are absolutely right. Among the resorts of the Krasnodar region Anapa, Tuapse, Sochi, Gelendzhik, Lazarevskoye The beaches are already waiting for the first holidaymakers. It's a pity that there are only beaches and not water! It is still cold for relaxing splashing, but you can replace sea bathing with swimming in the pool, staying in the jacuzzi and saunas. Seaside holidays in May also attract tourists who pursue health-improving goals. Numerous sanatoriums provide a variety of strengthening and massage treatments.
Beach holidays in May - weather
Photos from our trip to Rhodes
Holidays abroad in May 2019 are spent in different ways. If your plans definitely include swimming, then you have a direct flight to Cuba, Thailand, Bali, Israel. The latter, not only is it close, it is also convenient to visit without a visa, just like Turkey. Although the water near the Turkish coast is not yet warm enough.
When going on vacation to Cyprus, Greece, Tenerife (Canary Islands), you can count on high level service, well-groomed beaches, visiting excursion programs and tons of local flavor. But even in warm, sunny weather, you will mainly be sunbathing on the beaches, since the water is still a bit cold.
Beach holidays in May at resorts in Spain and Italy attract tourists from different countries level of comfort and European quality in all areas, be it wallowing on the sand or organizing excursions. The weather is usually pleasant with sunny, sometimes hot summer days.
May: where to go without a visa?
A visa is not only tedious/time-consuming/nervous (underline as appropriate), but also costs at least 4,000 rubles per person. Not very fun, especially if a family with children aged 6+ is traveling.
- Türkiye
- Tunisia
- Cyprus (online and free)
- Israel
- Thailand
- Vietnam
- Indonesia
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And you can read about all visa-free countries and territories (128, just a minute!) in our cheat sheet article. You never know :) |
Where to have an inexpensive holiday at sea in May?
Of course, each of us would prefer an inexpensive holiday abroad in May. It should be noted that in every country there are both well-promoted pretentious and more affordable, but no less comfortable places. And for those who want to save big, there are always last-minute tours.
Among the countries with budget-friendly, as far as possible, seaside holidays, we highlight:
- Turkey – 7 days tour for two
Holidays with children in Greece
When considering where to go to the seaside in May with a child, parents should take into account many factors: the duration of the flight, the climate, the availability of conditions for a beach holiday with children. Resorts meet all these requirements:
- Israel
- Spain
But if you want your baby to splash in the sea and are not afraid of tiring flights, choose Thailand or Vietnam. Although the resorts of these countries may be somewhat inferior to Europe in terms of service, this is more than compensated for by the gentle water and tropical landscapes.
How to relax in May 2019
It is already known how we relax during the May holidays in 2019. From the 1st to the 5th is the official weekend in honor of the Spring and Labor Festival. And, of course, Victory Day - non-working days last from May 9 to May 12.
By taking a short vacation/day off for a few days, you can extend the weekend in May to almost two weeks and enjoy doing nothing on the beach to the maximum. 🙂
Map of popular resorts in May
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The beach season also opens in May, but it’s still quite cool there. The beach season in this country generally practically coincides with the Russian one, the only difference is the cleanliness of the sea and the ratio of price and quality.
Jordan
The Dead Sea is the place that, along with its healing mud and waters, awaits in May those who want not only to relax, but also to heal. Jordan will welcome its guests with beautiful sunny weather and the warm sea. Beaches, mysterious caves of Petra, coral reefs of the Red Sea and ancient monuments will not leave indifferent those who go on vacation for impressions.
Bus tours in Europe
“Galloping across Europe” in May is much easier to travel than in other months. It's warm, but not hot yet - it's time for... bus tours for France, Italy, Portugal and Spain. And walking along the ancient streets without fear of rain in the spring is much more comfortable than at other times of the year, when precipitation, frost or heat drive tourists into four walls under the life-saving air conditioner or closer to a warm radiator.
If rain isn't enough to dampen your wanderlust, Scandinavia and its fields of tulips in May are a great choice for a traveler. And what is rain compared to the pleasure that everyone will receive by looking at the beauty that surrounds him?
Not everyone loves the sun and heat. Don’t feed someone bread, but let them find themselves in a cool place, and even the rain won’t bother them. The Baltic countries offer their own programs for such travelers. You definitely won’t be able to get fried at +15°C, and the weather there at that time is extremely unpredictable.
The Czech Republic and Poland are countries for quite budget travel. But since lovers excursion holiday For little money there is a lot, then you need to book the tour in advance.Exotic Islands
Mauritius
If popular resorts have already set their teeth on edge, and finances allow it, then your direct route to Mauritius is to look into the mouth of a volcano, try exotic dishes, and gain new impressions. In May in Mauritius it is very comfortable weather: although during the day the air does not warm up above +20 °C, due to the lack of winds it does not get cold there.
Seychelles
The world's largest coconut palms and a famous bird sanctuary await tourists in the Seychelles. The heat there is slowly subsiding in May, and the air temperature is approaching comfortable. Amsterdam. Danube, Dnieper, Seine - everywhere vacationers will find comfortable cabins, a rich excursion program and the most vivid impressions.
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