Where to relax by the sea in February 2021 without a visa inexpensively – 18 best destinations
The end of winter, when the Russian cold has enough time to get bored, is a great time for a vacation in hot countries, especially since the tourist offers during this period are quite diverse. You just have to choose where to relax at sea in February without a visa, because given the fact that the New Year's excitement is in the past, you can buy inexpensive tours.
Vietnam
Traveling to Vietnam does not require a visa and makes it possible to combine a luxurious beach holiday with an exotic excursion program. In the last month of winter in the southern Vietnamese resorts, it can reach +32°C during the day, and the sea has a temperature of +25°C to +27°C.
In the north of the country it is much cooler: during the day it is only +20°С. But there is practically no precipitation – the “dry” season makes itself felt. Given such weather patterns, it is best to go on a beach holiday to Nha Trang, Phan Thiet, Saigon, Ho Chi Minh and Phu Quoc.
From active entertainment, diving, trekking, rafting, as well as all kinds of safari tours and excursion programs will be available to tourists. Vietnam guides recommend visiting the capital Hanoi, exploring the hiking trails of the local nature reserves, seeing the sights of Haiphong and Da Nang, going to tea and coffee plantations, and also seeing how the Vietnamese grow pearls.
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Sri Lanka
It is impossible to imagine a better place for a leisurely, peaceful holiday than the island of Sri Lanka. This is a unique country with an ancient history, exotic sights and excellent beaches.
In February, it is hot, dry and cloudy here, and the water temperature fluctuates around +28°C – excellent conditions for both beach and sightseeing holidays.
Traveling to Sri Lanka is recommended for tourists who dream to get acquainted with ancient monuments, go diving or surfing, enjoy plenty of beach relaxation on the coast of Unawatuna, Weligama or Bentota and try real Ceylon tea collected on local plantations within one trip.
Once in Sri Lanka, you should not miss the opportunity to visit the largest zoo on the continent, Dehiwala Zoo, see the Dambulla cave, look into the Spice Garden in the vicinity of Kandy and climb the Horton Plateau to see a dizzying panorama on the edge of the “Doomsday” cliff.
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Malaysia
Holidays in Malaysia for up to 30 days do not require a visa, which allows tourists to choose this destination in the winter season, when the usual “beach” countries cannot receive guests due to climatic conditions. In Malaysia, the weather is almost unchanged throughout the year. February is just as hot and humid as May or November.
However, this country also has the concept of a “high” season, which lasts from November to February in West Malaysia and from May to September in East Malaysia. The continental and insular parts of this bright, colorful country complement each other culturally.
The sights of East and West Malaysia are unique and numerous, which provides tourists with an unlimited number of excursion routes.
Travelers planning a vacation in Malaysia have access to beach holidays, surfing, pilgrimage tours, excellent shopping, gastronomic tourism and a variety of “excursion”. For the most impressive sights, you should go to the capital Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, George Town, to the island of Penang. The only casino in the country is located in Genting Highlands, a popular mountain resort.
Thailand
February tours to Thailand allow you to relax under comfortable weather conditions and get the opportunity to devote more time to excursions, diving and other active types of tourism.
At the end of winter in Thailand, there is no sweltering heat, but beach holidays still do not lose their relevance. The air temperature in the resorts is about + 30 ° С… + 32 ° С during the day and + 26 ° С at night. The sea is most often warmed up to + 28 ° С… + 29 ° С.
February is also a time of interesting cultural events in Thailand. During this period, Mahu Puchu, also called the Chinese New Year, is celebrated here.
This is an amazing series of Buddhist worship and festive processions, immersing you in an indescribable atmosphere and forcing you to completely escape from everyday life. The flower festival, traditionally organized in Chiang Mai, also deserves the attention of travelers.
As part of the excursion programs, it is worth visiting Bangkok, visiting the “floating” Thai markets, going to the Elephant Village and seeing the famous “Tiffany Show” with your own eyes.
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Indonesia, Bali
Bali is considered the most developed and massive Indonesian resort, attracting tourists with its endless beaches, tropical jungle, pristine natural landscapes and original sights, the history of which sometimes goes back thousands of years.
Holidays in Bali are available all year round, and the reason for this is the eternal summer. In February, daily air temperatures average +33°С, at night the air cools down to +24°С, and the sea temperature is about +29°С.
Despite the fact that the rainy season in Bali ends only in March, precipitation here falls exclusively at night and in the morning, and there is no trace of them during the day.
A relaxing beach holiday in Bali combines perfectly with diving, surfing, golfing, climbing Mount Batur, visiting coffee plantations and cycling through the rice fields around Ubud.
Maldives
The picturesque Maldives, surrounded by the equatorial waters of the Indian Ocean, occupy a leading position in the ranking of the most desirable tourist destinations in the world.
Unsurpassed in its beauty beaches, excellent conditions for diving, colorful landscapes and first-class service – the Maldives has everything for a luxurious and memorable holiday, regardless of the season of the year.
The temperature on the islands in winter is about +30°C during the day and +25°C after sunset, and the water warms up to +26°C and above. February belongs to the so-called “dry” period of the year, so you should not worry about rain during this month.
All over the world, the Maldives has firmly established itself as a true paradise for surfers and divers, as well as for newlyweds who dream of getting engaged or honeymooning in a tropical fairy tale.
You can diversify your beach holiday in the Maldives by visiting the capital Male, flying over the atolls on a seaplane, diving in a submarine, cruise on a yacht and a fishing excursion.
UAE
February is a great time to travel to the UAE: the weather is not as hot as in summer, the waters of the Persian Gulf are very warm and calm, and luxury hotels are ready to surprise their guests with first-class service.
An unrivaled combination of Arabian exoticism and premium service, incredible sights and great shopping has made the UAE a must-visit country for foreign tourists.
Each of the country's emirates has beautiful beaches, and in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi, a beach holiday can be supplemented with a quality excursion program.
The main attractions of the country are the Burj Khalifa skyscraper and the famous dancing fountain in Dubai, the Archaeological Museum in Sharjah, the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in Abu Dhabi and many others.
The list of entertainment in the UAE is complemented by skiing at Ski Dubai, dhow cruises in Dubai Marina, desert jeep safaris, a visit to the Liwa oasis in the vicinity of the capital, as well as tasting Arabic coffee and fragrant hookah.
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Philippines
Seven thousand islands and seven thousand dive sites – these facts about the Philippines are known to most avid travelers around the world. For Russian tourists, the Philippines is a distant, but even more attractive country, where you can go on vacation, including in February.
A developed hotel base, a decent level of service, delicious cuisine, magnificent landscapes and luxurious beaches are not inferior to their Asian neighbors in terms of tourist attractiveness.
The best time to visit this country is the “dry” season, the terms of which are limited to the months from December to April.
At this time, it is not hot, there is practically no rain, and the probability of typhoons is minimal. In the resorts, the average monthly temperature is +26°C, and daily figures often exceed +32°C.
Travelers vacationing in this country have the opportunity to inexpensively purchase pearl products, taste original cuisine, explore the underwater world off the coast of the Visayas, see active volcanoes and thermal springs, visit the metropolitan metropolis of Manila and have a picnic on Lake Cebu.
Egypt
Rest in Egypt has indisputable advantages, and the main one is alternativeness. Resorts on the Red and Mediterranean Seas, luxurious five-star hotels and budget “three rubles”, an exceptional beach holiday and a variety of excursion routes – each tourist has the opportunity to independently create a vacation program.
It is not hot in Egypt in February, but the weather is warm and the sea is suitable for swimming. On the street about + 25 ° C during the day and + 16 ° C at night, the sea warms up to + 22 ° C and above. If desired, the cool sea can be compensated by swimming in the hotel pools with sea water.
The main disadvantages of the holiday are the short beach day and the high probability of winds. The latter fact, however, is attractive for surfers who come to Egypt in February to catch “their” wave.
In addition, in the last winter month, tourists can devote more time to excursions to get to know the famous Egyptian sights – the Valley of the Kings, the pyramids, the Sphinx and the temples of Luxor.
Popular attractions are also cruises on the Nile, a trip to the Sahara, a visit to the largest market in the Middle East, Khan el-Khalili, an excursion to the Alexandrian catacombs of Kom ash-Shugafa and a climb to Sinai.
Turkey
February is a fairly cool month in Turkey, but resort hotels offer guests many great value-for-money deals. As part of the tour, you can choose a hotel with an indoor or heated pool and “hot” animation.
In addition, sightseeing walks, visits to local museums, nightlife and cafes with national cuisine are still relevant.
At the end of winter, it makes sense to get acquainted with the sights of Istanbul and Ankara, go on a shopping tour or spend a vacation in one of the seaside relax hotels, where vacationers are offered a variety of healing, rejuvenating and cosmetic procedures.
Skiing is also a popular type of holiday in February. The most popular resorts are Uludag, Kartalkaya, Palandoken and Sarykamysh.
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Dominican Republic
Home to fiery merengue and iconic cigars, the Dominican Republic lives in a cheerful atmosphere, and every day here is a small holiday. Such a mood cannot but be transmitted to tourists who feel at home here thanks to the hospitality and good nature of the locals.
Despite the fact that February in the Dominican Republic is considered the coolest month of the year, for tourists not spoiled by the tropical climate, the weather is perfect for beach relaxation.
During the day in the Dominican resorts it is about +26°С…+28°С, at night it averages +21°С, and the water warms up to +26°С near the Caribbean coast and +24°С…+25°С near the Atlantic coast. The hottest day is in La Romana, Samana and San Juan, it will be a little cooler in Santo Domingo, Puerto Plata and Barahona.
At the end of winter, sunbathing at the local resorts can be safely combined with active entertainment, such as boat trips, fishing, diving and picnics. Do not exclude from the cultural program of recreation and shopping, as well as visits to nightlife.
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Mexico
Holidays in Mexico are able to justify the wildest expectations of tourists. The best beaches in the world, the fascinating underwater world, the heavenly seascapes and the colorful appearance of cities and fishing villages – Mexico conquers even the most sophisticated travelers.
The most luxurious Mexican resorts are Cancun, Rivera Maya and Playa del Carmen, located on the Caribbean coast. No less popular are the Pacific resorts of Acapulco, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta.
Winter weather on the Mexican coast is very warm and comfortable, and coastal waters are suitable for long swims without the discomfort associated with hypothermia. During the day, on average, about + 26 ° С – + 28 ° С, there is no rain, the water has a temperature of + 27 ° С, and the beaches and hotels are not crowded and calm.
Favorable weather conditions allow tourists to devote time to sightseeing holidays, for example, going to Tulum and Chichen Itza, examining the colonial architecture of Mexican cities or visiting Hel-Ha and Xcaret amusement parks.
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Cuba
There are no cold weather on Liberty Island, and therefore the tourist season here lasts all year round. In the last winter month in Cuba, about + 27 ° C during the day and + 19 ° C at night, and the water in the sea does not cool below + 25 ° C and has absolute transparency.
The dry season is in full swing and rain is extremely rare. Rest on the beach can be complemented by snorkeling and diving, as well as a variety of sightseeing trips around the country.
The architectural sights of Havana, the bridges of the “Cuban Venice” of Matanzas, the wreckage of the revolutionary train in Santa Clara, and the tobacco plantations in Pinar del Rio deserve special attention of travelers. If you have free time, you should also visit Trinidad and Santiago de Cuba – the birthplace of Cuban rum.
At the end of the month, the traditional festival of Cuban cigars of international scale is held here. During the five days that the festival lasts, tours of tobacco factories, concerts, auctions, tasting and entertainment events are held.
Brazil
Golden sands of beaches, endless jungle, incendiary carnival and the delicate aroma of one of the best coffee in the world – these are not all the associations that travelers have when mentioning Brazil.
It is believed that February is the best time to visit Brazil, because it is during this period that the famous Brazilian carnival is held here, which tourists from all over the world seek to get to.
The weather is quite hot and humid, but acclimatization passes quickly. During the day, you can count on + 30 ° С, and evening temperatures fluctuate around + 23 ° С.
Coastal waters are heated to at least +24°С – +25°С and are perfect for swimming. The most famous resorts are Buzios, Angra Dos Reis and Salvador.
In the cultural life of Brazil, in addition to the carnival, there are many other interesting areas, including visiting the museums of Sao Paulo, getting to know the architecture and monuments of Rio de Janeiro, as well as exotic shopping in the floating markets of Manaus. In the list of natural attractions in Brazil, the leading positions are given to the Iguazu and Guaira waterfalls.
Tanzania
Tanzania is a colorful African country with endless national parks and amazing wildlife. Supporters of eco-tourism go to Tanzania to visit an African safari, and beach lovers – for the opportunity to soak up the luxurious coast of Zanzibar, Mafia or Pemba.
From the weather in Tanzania you can expect +32°C during the day, +28°C at night, light wind and moderate precipitation. The water in the Indian Ocean off the coast of the resort islands warms up to +28°C.
In their free time from the beach bliss, tourists can explore the underwater world and go deep sea fishing, visit the protected forest of Khosani, explore the Dar es Salaam Village Museum and climb the Makonde Plateau – the birthplace of the famous art of carving.
A lot of bright emotions will be presented by shopping in local souvenir shops and gastronomic tourism.
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Jamaica
A distinctive feature of a holiday in Jamaica is its democratic nature – the local hotels offer accommodation for any “purse”. Exotic nature, incredibly picturesque beaches and a warm tropical climate allow you to travel all year round.
In the last winter month in Jamaica, daytime temperatures average +25°C, at night the air cools down to +20°C – +22°C, and the water temperature ranges from +24°C to +26°C. Rains are very rare, and a light breeze makes it much easier to endure high humidity.
The most popular tourist resorts are Negril, Ocho Rios, Port Antonio, White House Bay, Montego Bay and Runaway Bay.
In addition to a beach holiday in Jamaica, it is recommended to go rafting, visit the Duns River waterfalls, go on a boat trip, look into the Bob Marley Museum and take a cable car ride over the tropical jungle.
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Costa Rica
This country is chosen by travelers who are supporters of eco-tours and adventure tourism. In Costa Rica, you can visit the jungle and see extinct volcanoes, swim on the coasts of two oceans at once (Pacific and Atlantic) and admire thundering waterfalls, fall into nirvana on the shores of misty lakes and enjoy the beauty of local sunsets.
Due to the subequatorial climate in Costa Rica, there is a rainy season and a “dry” season. February is the middle of the dry season, which means that tourists should not worry about the weather.
There is practically no difference between night and day temperatures here, just as there are no sharp temperature fluctuations throughout the year. During the day in the resorts about + 27 ° C, at night an average of + 23 ° C.
Of the active types of recreation in Costa Rica, rafting on mountain rivers, windsurfing on Lake Arenal, surfing and diving off the coast of both oceans and sea fishing are available.
The main attractions of the country are the architecture and the souvenir market of the capital San Jose, the Paos volcano in the vicinity of Alajuela, the crafts center in Sarchi, the preserved historical monuments in Cartago and many others.
Barbados
Washed by the waters of the Atlantic and the Caribbean Sea, Barbados is often called a fairy-tale island: lush tropical vegetation, beautiful coral reefs, pristine beaches and azure expanse of coastal waters really immerse you in a special atmosphere of relaxation and pleasure.
“Little England” is another unofficial name for Barbados: its colonial past makes itself felt, preserved not only in architecture, but also in the way of life of the local population.
For tourists, this heavenly corner of the planet is attractive, first of all, with a harmonious combination of beach and sightseeing tourism, as well as a mild and very warm tropical climate. All year round it is about +26°C…+30°C during the daytime and a couple of degrees lower at night. The driest months are February and the three spring months.
The island is well developed surfing, sailing, golf, water skiing, snorkelling, diving and windsurfing. Tourists can have a great time in one of the many bars in Barbados, where local rum is served, as well as in discos arranged right under the open sky.
Excursions organized in Barbados include visits to nearby Caribbean islands including the Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Vincent and Dominica.
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