August is traditionally considered the end of the mass holiday season. Therefore, those who have not had time to relax, try to do it as quickly as possible. However, many are faced with the fact that the most interesting destinations are already booked. Where is the best time to rest in August?
Holiday in August at the sea
This month of the year is distinguished by the fact that right now there is a maximum number of tourists on the beaches. Therefore, those who also dream of a beach holiday should take care of booking accommodation and tickets in advance.
Vacation on Turkish beaches
August is the perfect time for a beach holiday. Due to the high level of service and work on the all-inclusive system, Turkish hotels are very popular with tourists. But going here in August, it is worth remembering that the air temperature here is usually not below +36 degrees. Of course, for a beach holiday is not a hindrance, but excursions in this heat will not be comfortable.
The advantages of recreation in Turkey include:
- affordable tour prices;
- large selection of hotels;
- comfortable beaches;
- hot weather and lack of precipitation;
- the presence of a chic excursion program.
The disadvantages include:
- high air temperature, especially during daytime hours;
- Not all hotels offer a quality service (this is mostly true for hotels below 3 stars).
The cost of rest in Turkey in August from 32 thousand rubles.
Holidays with children in August on the beaches of Bulgaria
Great weather, warm sea, comfortable beaches, comfortable hotels, relatively low cost of tours - this is what the Bulgarian resorts offer. The country is ideal for holidays with small children. The local climate is close to the climate of the Crimea and Sochi, but the Bulgarian resorts can boast of high service, the presence of an "all inclusive" system, a special children's menu in restaurants and children's animation in hotels.
The positive moments of rest in this country include:
- the flight takes a little time;
- the opportunity to choose housing options for every taste and wallet;
- affordable tour prices;
- good weather in August and warm sea;
- high level of service in hotels;
- sandy, comfortable beaches;
- Most hotels in Bulgaria are family oriented.
But there are some disadvantages here:
- "Poor" excursion program;
- Having a huge number of tourists on the beaches.
The cost of the tour to Bulgaria in August starts from 45 thousand rubles per week for 2 people.
August vacation in the Crimea
The sea, which by this period has already managed to warm up well, is sunny and warm weather, healthy air and numerous attractions - something that attracts thousands of tourists to the peninsula. However, many tourists complain about the lack of service and inflated prices in many resorts of the Crimea.
The benefits of rest in the Crimea in the last summer month include:
- steadily warm and dry weather;
- warm sea;
- lack of language barrier;
- in some of the Crimean resorts, rest can really be called budget;
- fascinating excursion program.
Among the minuses worth highlighting:
- very few sandy beaches;
- congestion resorts in the period July-August;
- if you intend to travel with small children, then the only comfortable way to get to the Crimea is air travel;
- insufficient number of high-class hotels;
- discrepancy of cost and quality of rest.
The cost of tours to the Crimea starts from 53 thousand rubles for 2 people for 1 week.
Beaches of greece
How do tourists attract Greek resorts? First of all, it is an amazing nature, interesting excursions and excellent cuisine. Those who prefer a secluded vacation, it is better to choose Corfu or Kos. And those who prefer to travel, should go to Crete.
Among the positive moments of rest in Greece are:
- a huge selection of resorts;
- short flight;
- scenic nature;
- warm and clear sea;
- excellent conditions for rest with small children;
- delicious cuisine;
- hospitality of the locals.
Cons trip to Greece:
- a small number of sandy beaches;
- the need for a Schengen visa;
- not every resort can offer a wide variety of excursions.
The cost of rest in Greece starts from 55 thousand rubles.
Beach holidays in Cyprus in August
Those who prefer solely relaxing on the beach should pay attention to Cyprus. You will not be offered a wide choice of excursion trips here. However, the island has a huge number of ancient monasteries and temples that can be explored independently.
Among the advantages of the resort are:
- free visa processing via the Internet;
- excellent conditions for rest with small children;
- comfortable sandy beaches;
- a wide range of hotels;
- short flight.
But there are also disadvantages:
- in August it is very hot in Crete, the temperature is almost always around +40 degrees;
- lack of an interesting excursion program.
The cost of tours to Crete in August starts from 65 thousand rubles.
Italian beaches in August
Those who prefer European resorts should definitely go to the beaches of Italy.In addition to relaxing on the beach, tourists will be able to go on an exciting excursion trip, visit an amusement park or water park.
Among the advantages of recreation in Italy are:
- developed infrastructure and the possibility of rest with small children;
- mild climate;
- comfortable sandy beaches;
- luxury excursion program.
The disadvantages include the presence of a language barrier and the relatively high cost of recreation.
The price of a tour to Italy in August starts from 82 thousand rubles.
August Holidays in Spain
There are many reasons to choose a holiday in Spain. First of all, it is a mild climate, an excellent excursion program, European service and comfortable beaches.
Among the advantages of a holiday in August in Spain are called:
- warm sea and gorgeous sandy beaches;
- comfortable weather;
- exciting excursion offers;
- excellent conditions for rest with small children.
Among the shortcomings can be called only the high cost of tours and the presence of a language barrier.
The cost of tours starts from 91 thousand rubles on the Costa Bravo and 106 thousand rubles on the Costa Dorada.
Activities and sightseeing tourism
Experienced tourists know that August is not the best month for excursion trips. At this time, hot and sultry weather reigns almost everywhere, high air ticket prices are noted, and hotels, especially in beach resorts, are overcrowded. Therefore, such areas as Greece, Italy or Spain should be considered only if you have plans to combine a sightseeing holiday with a beach holiday.
Those who do not like the heat, but want to have a great vacation, should pay attention to Scandinavia and the Baltic States. Cruises around the Baltic Sea are becoming very popular in August. This allows for a short time to get acquainted with the sights of Stockholm, Tallinn and Helsinki. Trips to Riga and Vilnius will be interesting in this region.
Those who prefer natural beauty should choose a trip to the mountain lakes of Austria. Stunning landscapes and numerous walking routes await tourists in Zell am See-Kaprun. Inexpensive and interesting excursions are waiting for tourists in Prague.
Exotic holidays abroad in August
August is not the best time for lovers of exotic destinations. In the Asian region during this period are possible torrential rains and monsoons. Relatively calm at the end of summer in the Maldives and Sri Lanka.
Caribbean resorts such as Cuba, Mexico or the Dominican Republic are very similar in climate to Turkey. But due to periodic tropical rainfall and high humidity, it is less comfortable here.
