Where to relax by the sea in January 2022 abroad inexpensively – 20 best destinations
The period of New Year holidays and long weekends in early January is a great opportunity not only to relax, but also to get a charge of positive emotions. The prospect of sitting all the time watching TV, making trips to the refrigerator, does not attract, the wind of wandering irresistibly pulls you on the road. The low cloudy sky, frosts and beriberi are tired – I want to soak up the soft sand, plunge into the warm waters of the tropical sea.
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Israel
Among the various vacation options, it is quite possible to consider a trip to Israel. Only four hours of flight and travelers find themselves in the Holy Land. There is no heat here, the weather resembles the beginning of the velvet season in Russia. The alternation of sunny and cloudy days with an air temperature of + 22-24 ° C is typical, precipitation is possible.
In the southernmost resort, located in the Eilat Bay of the Red Sea, the water temperature does not exceed +20-22°C. It is not possible to stay at sea for a long time every season – a fresh breeze adds coolness, and sunbathing is sure to work out. Divers come here all year round. Beautiful coral reefs, rugged grottoes, and a variety of marine life provide breathtaking underwater photography.
Spa hotels on the Dead Sea, unique in terms of the mineral composition of the water, offer quite budget options for relaxation. After sunbathing, you can take advantage of healing and rejuvenating procedures.
Jerusalem is the cradle of three world religions. In January, there is an opportunity to visit religious and historical monuments without hustle and bustle.
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UAE
The UAE offers a comfortable winter holiday with the highest quality of service. The cost of rooms in hotels located on the first coastline is much higher than those located in the city.
During the first month of winter, the weather here is warm and dry.
During the day, the air warms up to + 20-25 ° С and you can perfectly sunbathe on immaculately clean sandy beaches. To swim or not, everyone decides for himself: the water temperature in the Persian Gulf usually does not exceed + 20-22 ° C, a light sea breeze adds coolness.
The Emirates are suitable for families with children, the lack of heat allows kids to stay active all day. There is always the opportunity to swim in heated pools or visit magnificent amusement parks.
Comfortable weather is conducive to walks and excursions. The country skillfully intertwines original culture, oriental hospitality, historical traditions and the wonders of modern civilization. The Emirates is a real paradise for shopaholics: numerous malls offer products from well-known brands with good discounts.
Canary Islands
The Canary Islands is a beautiful archipelago, lost in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is not for nothing that it is considered the islands of eternal summer due to its mild subtropical climate. Despite the winter, the islands have bright sunny summer weather, you can sunbathe and relax your body and soul. The most comfortable weather is in the southern parts of the islands of Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma.
The air temperature here rarely drops below +23-25°C, the water on the coast is warmed up to +22-24°C. The islands have a developed infrastructure for various beach activities, the rich flora and fauna of the ocean makes diving with a mask or scuba diving unforgettable.
Having visited the Canary Islands, you can soak up the black volcanic sand, admire the colorful landscapes of mountainous reliefs, look inside the mouth of the volcano. All year round, exotic flowers are fragrant on the islands, tropical fruits ripen.
On New Year's Eve and at the very beginning of January, you can enjoy spectacular fireworks and salutes, and towards the end of the month you can get to the celebration of the day of San Antonio Abad, the patron saint of all animals.
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Thailand
Many tourists from all over the world flock to the Kingdom of Thailand to celebrate the New Year, and the prices for tours during this period increase dramatically. You can save some money by booking tours after January 5, when the beaches become less crowded.
Thailand has ideal weather conditions: air temperature + 28-30 ° C, rare short rains and relatively low humidity. The water in the sea is warmed up to + 27-29 ° С, there are no obstacles for long-term swimming and acquiring a bronze tan.
Rest in the country is very diverse and everyone chooses a resort to their liking. Those who like to combine beach holidays with excursions, parties in nightclubs and shopping in local markets buy tours in the mainland.
Those who are more attracted by the possibility of solitude and merging with the beautiful nature of Southeast Asia prefer to relax on the islands. The most famous Phuket, Koh Samui, Chang are famous for their purest white beaches, gentle lagoons, rocks rising from crystal clear water. At all resorts in Thailand, the marine entertainment industry is developed.
Holidays are distinguished by a wide price range, everyone can choose a tour according to their taste and possibilities.
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India, Goa
Among the various options for winter holidays, one of the best will be the choice of a trip to India, the state of Goa. This direction has long been loved by Russian tourists, the trip helps to stock up on strength for the year ahead. January is high season here.
Daytime temperatures around +30°C are well tolerated at low air humidity of 65%, the weather is sunny, and there is practically no precipitation. The temperature of the water in the sea does not fall below +28°C, you can swim and sunbathe all day long. Fine white sand, openwork shade of coconut palms and the vast expanse of the ocean are conducive to relaxation. And in the evening, a whirlpool of general fun sets in: many nightclubs and restaurants are open.
A trip to Goa allows you to join the spirit of a thousand-year-old civilization, to feel the magic of the East. Beach holidays can be combined with visits to ancient Hindu temples, natural parks with tropical vegetation and elephant rides. Tourists are happy to take part in religious holidays – magnificent theatrical processions and ritual ablutions.
Vietnam
The resorts of Vietnam, located in the south of the country, offer to enjoy a wonderful beach holiday at the level of European standards. The rainy season has already ended and there is practically no precipitation, the air temperature during the day is kept at + 25-27 ° С, the sea is warmed up to + 26 ° С.
The purest water off the coast gives life to hundreds of species of corals, opens up opportunities for snorkeling and diving. The amazing nature of Vietnam will not leave anyone indifferent: long sandy beaches, majestic rocks, mangroves and terraced rice fields.
The country has many iconic sights: ancient pagodas and temples, pearl farms, amazingly beautiful waterfalls and karst caves. National cuisine with an abundance of seafood and tropical fruits will not disappoint the most fastidious gourmets. While on vacation, it is worth visiting local boutiques and markets – after all, January is the month of discounts and sales.
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Malaysia
You can also spend winter holidays in Malaysia, the cost of tours to this romantic place fits into the average framework. Therefore, almost everyone can afford a vacation in a Malaysian resort.
With a fairly small fee for the rest, tourists will always receive excellent service and comfortable living conditions. Temperature regimes allow you to enjoy the warm sun and water to your heart's content. During the day, the weather is quite hot, around +30°C, and at night it drops only a couple of degrees.
For tourists who prefer an active lifestyle, diving is offered along the entire coast, and for supporters of a calm and measured life, there are many excursions to historical sites and reserves.
Holidays in this country every year more and more in demand. And this is not surprising. After all, here you can find something for the soul and for the body. Luxurious beaches, comfortable hotels, bewitching beauty of nature – what could be better. For those who like to spend money, shop tours are specially organized to various shops with souvenirs and not only.
Maldives
For those who are tired of exhausting work and everyday worries, a trip to the Maldives will be the most appropriate type of vacation. The archipelago, stretching as a chain of atolls in the Indian Ocean, is an oasis of eternal summer and untouched nature. Tours here are not cheap, but they are worth it. Such beauty and atmosphere of tranquility can be found in few corners of the planet.
In January, the heat recedes slightly, the thermometer rarely shows above + 30 ° C, the humidity of the air decreases, and there is no suffocating haze. The water in the ocean is stable at + 28 ° C, there is a complete calm. The weather is mostly clear, nothing prevents you from swimming and sunbathing. The only danger is getting sunburn, so you need to stock up on sunscreen.
Rest in the Maldives is a state of complete relaxation and complete restoration of peace of mind. Snow-white beaches, soft whisper of turquoise surf, salty smell of the sea, help to switch off from all problems. Comfortable temperature in the evening and at night is conducive to long romantic walks and admiring gorgeous sea sunsets.
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Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic provides you with the widest range of recreational opportunities. If you want to go from the Russian winter to the hot summer, sunbathe and swim in the sea – please. If you want to combine a beach holiday with skiing on snowy slopes – if you please.
At this time, in the resort towns of the Dominican Republic, the temperature rises to + 28-29 ° С. If you do not tolerate a hot climate, you can choose resorts located on the northern coast – refreshing winds blow there. For lovers of skiing in January in the Dominican Republic – a real paradise.
At an altitude exceeding 3,000 meters – there is snow. And during leisure hours you can go to the coast, sunbathe, swim, dive.
Tourists from North America come to the Dominican Republic. At this time of the year, if it rains, it lasts a short time, and does not interfere with going on excursions. For example, this is the best time to watch the life of humpback whales.
You can visit the tomb of Columbus and see other sights of the country. Swimming will be comfortable even for children. The water temperature rises to + 26-27°C. Adults will be interested in participating or just watching windsurfing competitions that take place at this time of the year.
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Mexico
You can go to Mexico at any time of the year – air and water temperatures change slightly throughout all 365 days. January is no exception. Except that in the midst of winter, the nights become a little cooler.
On average, the air warms up to + 29-31 ° C during the day, and on the most “cold” south-eastern coast of the country at the height of the day it can reach + 27 ° C. Tour operators will advise you to bring warm clothes only if you want to explore the snow-capped mountains.
Holidays in the middle of winter open up the widest range of opportunities for you. At this time it is pleasant to sunbathe on the beaches – the water is warmed up to + 24-26 ° С.
Storms are uncharacteristic for winter; most of the time, calm prevails. This is truly a golden period for diving and fishing. Beautiful underwater landscapes and numerous marine life will allow you to get vivid impressions and make great photos.
And if you are an avid follower of fishing, then the catches will only please you. The fish are biting well. On January 6, Mexico celebrates the Feast of the Three Kings, so spectacle lovers will also be satisfied.
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Cuba
From the domestic winter, which seems endless, you will be transported to the eternal summer – to the realm of warmth and bliss. The air temperature here ranges from +27°С to +30°С. Elderly people and children will feel good in Cuba.
In winter, there is no high humidity – this is the dry season. It rains only 3-4 times a month and lasts no more than half an hour. What to do during this time? Beach holidays provide the greatest choice. You can sunbathe, swim, ride the waves, as well as “bananas”, paragliders, water skiing.
Diving enthusiasts can dive on their own, or use the help of instructors to explore the most interesting places.
If you went on vacation together and want to enjoy a romantic getaway, it is in January that you will find deserted bays where you can be alone with each other. On January 1, the country celebrates Cuba's Liberation Day, so the New Year here coincides with national celebrations.
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Indonesia, Bali
A winter trip to Indonesia will impress any traveler. Fabulously beautiful landscapes, the flavor of the East and high-quality beach holidays create a feeling of complete harmony in the soul.
January is low season in Bali. The weather is hot + 29-31 ° С, tropical showers go mainly at night. They do not interfere with sunbathing, but in conditions of high humidity, the heat is more difficult to bear. But, during this period, there are no crowds of people on the beaches, and the prices for tours drop significantly.
Located in the azure waters of the ocean, the island is protected from waves by coral reefs. The water temperature is kept at + 27-29 ° С, all conditions for swimming and sunbathing on the beaches with white sand are created. It's nice to sit in a sun lounger, sip a cocktail of exotic fruits and admire the endless expanses of the ocean. The rich underwater world of the coral reef is a real find for diving enthusiasts.
During walks, you can climb to the top of the volcano, visit Buddhist temples, admire the most beautiful waterfalls and caves. At the end of the month, a colorful religious festival takes place on the island, accompanied by a ritual of expelling evil spirits.
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Jamaica
Continue your New Year's holiday on the Caribbean coast – what could be more beautiful? Change the cold winter to a hot summer away from home and meet new, unusual people. Taste Jamaican rum to the mesmerizing sounds of reggae.
Soak up the sand under the southern sun. Get to know the local cuisine and national flavor. All this can be done in winter, when holidays or Christmas holidays are in full swing.
Moreover, in January there is a minimum of precipitation in Jamaica, and the average temperature is kept equally hot all year round. On the island you will find a lush variety of flora and fauna, as well as the incredible beauty of sunsets. You can meet them with a cup of delicious coffee, which is grown and exported here (the most popular is Blue Mountain).
Lovers of the “forbidden” will certainly be offered to treat themselves to smoking “kayi” – that's what marijuana is called here. By the way, it is recognized as part of the Jamaican cultural heritage, although officially it is banned. But this does not stop Jamaicans from smoking cannabis in unlimited quantities.
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Sri Lanka
One of the most beautiful islands every winter meets an influx of tourists. Everyone wants to enjoy summer in the dead of winter. Although there is an increased level of precipitation, the warm sea and beach holidays are not particularly affected. The coastline is famous for its coral reefs. Here you can find exotic species of fish and incredible beauty of corals.
In addition, surfers also fell in love with the local waves. If you want to learn about the local culture, then you should choose an excursion type of vacation. Traveling around the island and tea plantations will allow you to see its beauties, get to know the inhabitants, their activities and recreation. It is noteworthy that most of the attractions of Sri Lanka are natural creations.
The islanders pay great attention to the environment, trying to live in harmony with it. Therefore, when you get here, you feel like you are in a nature reserve, in the bosom of virgin nature.
You can join the world of flora and fauna in the Royal Botanical Gardens, on a turtle farm, in an elephant nursery. Tourists are especially delighted with whales and sperm whales, which at this time often swim past the shores of the island.
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Mauritius
On the island of Mauritius, located in the western part of the Indian Ocean, it is the height of summer. The hot weather persists + 30-35 ° С, interrupted by tropical showers, but due to the constantly blowing breeze, stuffiness is not felt. The island is surrounded by a powerful coral reef that protects the coast from strong waves. The relief forms many natural lagoons with luxurious beaches. Clear turquoise water, warmed up to +27°C, and fine white sand beckon you to go swimming.
The best resorts are located in the north and west of Mauritius. The most comfortable hotels are located here, the infrastructure of a beach holiday is developed. Most hotels offer scuba diving equipment for rent, a variety of spa treatments. The island has very tasty cuisine, combining the traditions of the West and the East.
If you get bored of lying on the beach, you can go hiking or cycling through the virgin tropics. Magnificent landscapes await the traveler: picturesque mountains and hills, waterfalls, exotic vegetation. In the evenings, many night bars and clubs open their doors, working until the last client.
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Tanzania
A winter tour to the very heart of the African continent will seem interesting to those who are tired of the hackneyed countries of Asia and the Caribbean. Tanzania is an oasis of virgin nature and amazingly beautiful landscapes. Despite the poverty of the local population, a comfortable stay here is not cheap, but everyone can choose an option according to their abilities.
Tanzania is located near the equator and is hot all year round with little rain. The best seaside resorts are located on the island of Zanzibar, the price of hotels is highly dependent on proximity to the coastline. In January, there are many sunny days, you can perfectly sunbathe and swim in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. The main feature of the local snow-white beaches is strong ebbs and flows. When the water moves away from the shore, outlandish shells and colorful starfish remain on the sand.
The cuisine in the country is very peculiar: a lot of fish and seafood seasoned with specific sauces. You can enjoy every day all sorts of exotic fruits at penny prices. While in the country, you need to take a break from relaxing on the beach and visit a safari. A trip through the vast expanses of the savannah, where elephants, zebras, lions and giraffes live in their natural environment, will leave an unforgettable experience.
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Cambodia
The popularity of winter holidays in Cambodia is gaining momentum every year. Thousands of Russian tourists flock to the resorts of Sihanoukville, Koh Rong and Koh Dek-Kul, which can provide a comfortable stay at reasonable prices.
January in Cambodia is one of the best months for a holiday. There is practically no rain, the air temperature is +30-35°C, it is practically not felt in conditions of low humidity, the sun is almost constantly shining.
Hotels in Cambodia are distinguished by a developed infrastructure, they offer masterpieces of local cuisine, numerous spa treatments.
On the white sandy beaches, all kinds of marine entertainment are available, the acquisition of a bronze tan is guaranteed. The azure water in the Gulf of Thailand is clean and transparent, warmed up to +27-28°C. In the evenings, numerous bars and restaurants open on the shore, discos continue until late at night.
Arriving in Cambodia, you should definitely visit the medieval city of Angkor, whose religious buildings are recognized as the most beautiful in the world. In local markets, you can buy inexpensive tropical fruits and original products of indigenous artisans.
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Seychelles
The archipelago, consisting of many granite islands and coral atolls, is a real pearl of the Indian Ocean. This is an expensive and elite destination for travelers who prefer first-class service and an atmosphere of absolute privacy.
The islands are located near the equator, here the air warms up to + 30-35 ° C, frequent tropical showers slightly reduce the heat and give you a break from the scorching sun. The Seychelles are endless pristine sandy beaches, crystal clear turquoise water + 28-30 ° C, giant pink boulders.
Secluded lagoons are calling to swim and sunbathe. The beauty of virgin nature is striking – huge palm trees, tropical birds, sea turtles, occasionally crawling ashore. First-class rest allows you to completely abandon everyday worries.
The hotels have a developed infrastructure: they are equipped with spas, centers that rent out equipment for snorkeling, diving, scootering and water skiing. The conditions for a good rest are created here: candlelit dinners under the splash of ocean waves, outdoor recreation areas for contemplating magnificent sunsets, chic cuisine that combines the best world traditions.
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Oman
This eastern state on the shores of the Arabian Sea is the best suited for a beach holiday. The rains are over, the temperature of water and air is comfortable both for swimming and sunbathing, and for excursions.
Mysterious Oman is interesting for sightseeing tours. This Muslim state has an ancient history and many unique sights. Tourists often visit ancient forts, mosques, ruins of ancient palaces and settlements, theaters and museums.
In the area of Matrah you can visit a real oriental bazaar. It sells a variety of curiosities – from jewelry and antiques to handicrafts of local artisans. Thrill seekers will be impressed by Al Khouta Cave.
Special excursions are conducted along it, where you can see halls with stalactites and stalagmites, a cave lake and a geological exhibition. And near the city of Nahal, you can swim in hot springs, where the water temperature reaches 40 degrees. Discover the fabulous world of the East on the shores of the Arabian Sea.
Egypt
Among many travelers and vacationers, Egypt has long been a fairly popular and common holiday in January, and this is due to the fairly warm weather and favorable pricing policy.
In Egypt, the weather is usually hot, complemented by a light breeze, by noon the temperature reaches +25°C. The shores of the Red Sea warm up to a temperature of +18°C – +20°C. Egyptian hotels of the 4-5 star category for a comfortable stay of customers create pools with additional heating.
However, in the evenings the air temperature can drop to +15°C. Therefore, being in Egypt at this time, you can get an excellent tan during the day, and in the evenings and nights you need to dress warmer.
From entertainment, you can choose a desert safari or diving, and for supporters of a calm lifestyle, it is advised to visit the annual book fair. The best Egyptian holiday is a short trip or excursion.
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