Weekend tours abroad. So, for your attention - a list of places to holiday abroad, where you can relax without a passport. Where to fly for the weekend

The busy work schedule of a modern person leaves little free time for relaxation. A budget weekend spent exploring numerous Russian and foreign attractions can correct the situation and give you strength. If you want to make good use of the end of the work week, you should find out in advance where to fly or go on an inexpensive weekend without a visa in 2019, and plan your trip in advance.

Weekend tours to Russian cities

You don't have to travel abroad to have unforgettable experiences. Russia has a countless number of historical monuments and beautiful corners of nature. Studying them can be a fun way to spend your time and have a great time relaxing.

Judging by the RosIndex study, last year 10.6% of Russians made tourist trips around the expanses of their homeland. Interest in such travels does not fade. This is partly due to the low cost of vacation and the lack of need for additional documents. For a short voyage, on average you have to pay 11,500 rubles per person.

It’s easy to go to any part of Russia for the weekend. During this time, many people manage to explore interesting places in Moscow. You can get to the capital by plane, train, car and rent accommodation to suit different tastes.

Within the Garden Ring, hotel prices are high. It is easier to book affordable rooms away from the center: the distance does not really matter. Any attraction can be reached by metro.

Tourists who come to Moscow for a couple of days try to see:

  • Kremlin,
  • St. Basil's Cathedral,
  • Big theater,
  • Tretyakov Gallery,
  • Cathedral of Christ the Savior,
  • Armory Chamber,
  • Pushkin Museum.

During your vacation, you need to find time to walk along the Old and New Arbat, visit the famous Sandunov Baths and the Diamond Fund.

If Moscow is well explored, you can go on a weekend tour to St. Petersburg, Kazan, Yekaterinburg, Sochi, or take a ride along the Golden Ring. Lovers of secluded relaxation will enjoy a trip to Karelia, where there are about 60 thousand waterfalls and lakes, wild forests and historical monuments.

It is equally interesting to plan a weekend for the holidays. On Maslenitsa it is good to have fun in small towns, for example, in Torzhok, Tver, Kashin. You can spend the New Year holidays visiting the Snow Maiden, going to Kostroma for 2 days, or taking part in ancient Russian rituals in Suzdal, Nizhny Novgorod or Vladimir. On the May holidays it is beautiful in Rostov-on-Don, Kazan, St. Petersburg.

In order not to waste time planning a route, booking accommodation, etc., it is better to entrust these concerns to a travel agency, where they can easily select a short or long excursion to the cities of Russia and Europe.

Weekend at sea

You can take a break from all your worries and fully relax in a couple of days on the seashore. You can go sunbathing on weekends in the summer in Crimea, Sochi or Anapa. To do this, just order a suitable tour and have the required amount with you.

Statistics claim that over the past year, about 8.7% of Russians traveled abroad for vacation. The average travel cost was approximately 39,600 rubles per person.

If you want to travel abroad, you need to check whether the documents required to cross the border are in order. Russians are allowed to travel to neighboring countries where there are seaside resorts. For example, to Abkhazia. To travel to other countries, you need, and sometimes a visa.

When it comes to a trip of several days, it is advisable to choose a country that does not require a visa stamp to visit. The list of countries is quite wide, so flying away for the weekend without a visa will not be difficult.

A countryConditions for entry
GeorgiaA foreign passport is required, which does not contain any notes on visiting Abkhazia. You are allowed to stay in the country for 3 months. Georgia is a great option for a trip. It’s easy to combine beach time with visits to ancient cultural monuments, beautiful parks and entertainment centers.
TürkiyeA weekend in Turkey is popular among Russians. The country provides good service. Reasonable prices for air tickets and hotel accommodations in Istanbul and other cities make holidays accessible to most. You can enter with a foreign passport.
MontenegroThe country was formed after the collapse of Yugoslavia. Bordered by the Adriatic Sea, it has a mild climate, ideal for visiting the beach. Russian citizens are allowed to enter the country without a visa for 30 days.
EgyptIt's nice here even in late autumn. To soak up the sea, you only need a passport. The most popular are tours to Sharm el-Sheikh and Hurghada.
CyprusTo visit Cyprus you need a visa. But for a short trip it’s easy to get it yourself in 1-2 days online. You need to collect a minimum package of documents and send an application to the website of the Cyprus Embassy in Russia. In a couple of days, the applicant will receive a letter with a visa. It must be presented at the airport when crossing the border.

In addition to these countries, Thailand, Malaysia, Morocco, Tunisia, Seychelles, and Maldives are suitable for visa-free travel. The duration of visiting these places varies from 1 to 3 months.

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Shopping tours

Everyone understands vacation in their own way. For some, the best pastime is shopping. To go shopping abroad for a weekend, you don’t always have to apply for a visa. Some countries are happy to accept such tourists without visas or make it much easier to obtain them.

There are special shopping tours, after paying for which the tourist gets the opportunity to visit the most attractive shops in the country and see some of the sights. Even if a visa is required for entry, the tour organizers take care of its registration. The cost of the service is included in the tour payment. It is easy to book a trip through travel agencies specializing in such destinations.

You can easily go on a weekend trip without a visa for active shopping to the following countries:

  • Georgia.

When planning a trip, you should pay attention to seasonal discounts, which can save you significant money. In most countries, the sales period begins twice a year: before Christmas and in mid-summer. At this time, it is easy to purchase quality goods at reasonable prices.

Short holiday in the mountains

For fans of ski resorts, the desired weekend getaway is a descent from the mountain, causing a surge of adrenaline and strong emotions. To spend 2-3 days enjoying clean air and magnificent nature, it is not necessary to apply for a visa and spend huge sums. There are many budget options for skiers.

You can have a wonderful time in Armenia without a visa. The ski season here starts at the end of November and lasts until mid-April. The most popular place is the resort of Tsakhkadzor. It attracts tourists with high quality service and the opportunity to engage in sports for both beginner skiers and professionals. The total length of the trails is about 7200 m, the height of the slopes is 1800 m.

Ski holidays in the Georgian resort village of Bakuriani are not inferior in popularity to Tsakhkadzor. It offers tourists two two-stage ski trails with different levels of difficulty.

Using a foreign passport without a visa, it is easy to visit the world-famous ski slopes in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

Turkey is home to Mount Ararat and many other mountain plateaus. Mild, snowy winters make parts of the country ideal for skiers. Popular Turkish slopes are located in the following resorts:

  • Kartaklaya,
  • Palandoken,
  • Sarykamysh,
  • Uludag,
  • Erciyes.

Having only an internal passport, you can go to the Caucasus and fully relax among the snow-capped mountain peaks. Inexpensive service and original flavor guarantee an exciting holiday and an unforgettable experience.

Weekend tours with children

When planning a trip with children, you need to choose your route especially carefully. It is important to book a good hotel, equipped with a playground, providing animators and other options for interesting children's leisure. It is advisable to exclude long flights and countries with exotic cuisine, where it is difficult to provide the baby with the usual nutrition. If you do not want to apply for a visa for young travelers, you should pay attention to countries that do not require strict border controls.

The priorities for traveling with children are Türkiye and Tunisia. The flight time there takes about 3-4 hours. The warm sea and gently sloping beach make holidays abroad pleasant and safe.

It's easy to spend a fun weekend with children in many countries. Among them:

  • Serbia,
  • Montenegro,
  • Israel.

The list of states that allow you to cross the border on the basis of a foreign passport without a visa includes about 100 names.

Conclusion

It’s inexpensive to relax for a couple of days and enjoy the sea and sun in Abkhazia and Russian resorts. Cheap holidays and entertainment are offered by the villages of the Taman Peninsula, Anapa, and Taganrog. No matter how difficult it is to find time, you need to travel more often - on your own or with the help of travel agencies. Even a short trip reliably protects you from depression, despondency and broadens your horizons.

Ticket prices start from 13,574 rubles.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 990 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,000 rubles.
  • Food. Cold Lithuanian borscht - 190 rubles, fried potatoes with hunting sausages - 290 rubles.
  • Entertainment. Two tickets to the Museum of the World Ocean (excursion to a submarine) - 600 rubles, entrance to the Amber Museum - 300 rubles for two.

Things to do

  • Go to an organ concert in the cathedral and reflect on the eternal at the tomb of Immanuel Kant.
  • Visit the Fishing Village, climb aboard the B-413 submarine, and then stop by the Amber Museum. It is unthinkable to visit Kaliningrad and not buy an amber souvenir or jewelry.
  • Explore the Kaliningrad region: a little over an hour's drive from the city are the castles of the Teutonic Order - Insterburg and Schaaken.
  • Take a walk along one of the walking routes of the Curonian Spit, a natural wonder included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Admire the dunes and intricately curved trees of the Dancing Forest.

Russia, Karelia

Ticket prices to Petrozavodsk start from 18,872 rubles.
When to go: May to September.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 1,000 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,200 rubles.
  • Food. Kalitka (Karelian pie) with potatoes - 75 rubles, trout fish soup - 410 rubles, rowan liqueur - 190 rubles for 50 grams.
  • Entertainment. A trip to “Ruskeala” - 3,850 rubles for two, an excursion to Kizhi - 5,900 rubles for two, an excursion to Valaam from Petrozavodsk - 10,400 rubles.

Things to do

  • There are 60 thousand lakes and 27 thousand rivers. Go rafting or kayaking on the Shuya River, or try to catch a huge salmon while fishing on Lake Onega. If extreme sports are not attractive, go to the Kivach waterfall - this is the highest flat waterfall in Europe.
  • You cannot visit Karelia without visiting the Kizhi nature reserve, where real masterpieces of wooden architecture are collected. According to legend, the Church of the Transfiguration was built by the carpenter Nestor with only an ax. After construction, the master threw the ax into the lake so that no one could repeat his masterpiece.
  • Not far from the border with Finland there is the Ruskeala mountain park. Where marble was previously mined in an industrial quarry, there is now a lake with marble shores and underwater grottoes. On the way to Ruskeala, stop by the Tokhminsky waterfalls.

Georgia

Ticket prices to Tbilisi start from 22,332 rubles.
Entry regime: visa-free. When to go: from May to July or September-October.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 361 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 902 rubles.
  • Food. Khachapuri - 135 rubles, a portion of 10 khinkali with beef - 180 rubles, pork kebab - 270 rubles.
  • Entertainment. A tour of Tbilisi - 1,800 rubles for two, two tickets to the botanical garden - 90 rubles, a round-trip cable car ride - 90 rubles for two.

Things to do

  • In Tbilisi, be sure to take the cable car to the Narikala fortress, visit the flea market on the Dry Bridge, Shardeni Street and the botanical garden.
  • It is worth paying attention not only to the capital, but also to other regions of the country. Among the interesting things are the ancient city of Mtskheta, the mountains and waterfalls of Svaneti, the Georgian Military Road and, of course, Kakheti with its wine.
  • For a beach holiday, go to Batumi, Kobuleti or Sarpi. The beach in Sarpi is considered one of the best in Adjara, the coastal region of Georgia.

Poland, Krakow

Ticket prices to Krakow start from 34,104 rubles.
Entry mode: Schengen visa required. When to go: on Catholic Christmas or from May to September.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 1,081 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 2,153 rubles.
  • Food. Casserole (baguette with filling) - from 84 rubles, chicken fillet with mushrooms - from 227 rubles, 0.5 liters of draft beer - from 118 rubles.
  • Entertainment. Tickets to castles and museums - from 200 rubles for two, a tour of the Wieliczka salt mines - from 2,998 rubles for two.

Things to do

  • If you want to see the real Poland, fly to Krakow. Krakow is recognized as one of the most beautiful cities in the country. It is the former capital of the state and the site of the coronation of Polish monarchs.
  • Wander through the Old Town and Market Square in Krakow, visit the architectural complex on Wawel Hill - here is the royal castle and the ancient Cathedral of Saints Stanislaus and Wenceslas. In December, be sure to check out the Christmas market.
  • In the city of Wieliczka, not far from Krakow, there are once the largest salt mines in Europe. You will be led through winding corridors past salt sculptures and underground lakes. To fully experience the atmosphere, you will rise to the surface in a special mining cabin.

Montenegro

Ticket prices to Tivat start from 28,370 rubles.
Entry regime: visa-free. When to go: May to November.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 1,750 rubles, a double room in a guest house - from 1,893 rubles.
  • Food. Fried cheese - 419 rubles, pork chop - 482 rubles.
  • Entertainment. Excursion to Ostrog - from 3,490 rubles for two, two tickets to Durmitor Park - 419 rubles.

Things to do

  • For natural beauty, go to Durmitor National Park. The gorge along the Tara River, which flows through the park, is the Montenegrin analogue of the American Grand Canyon. This is the deepest canyon in Europe: its depth reaches 1,300 meters. In Durmitor there is one of the highest points in Montenegro - Mount Bobotov Kuk (2,523 meters).
  • Connoisseurs of medieval architecture have a direct route to the historical part of Budva, built during the time of the Venetian Republic. Then go to the Orthodox monastery Ostrog, carved into a steep cliff at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level.
  • As for the sea, the choice is yours: either the beaches of the Adriatic Sea, or the fjord of the Bay of Kotor.

Vietnam

Ticket prices to Ho Chi Minh City start from 43,922 rubles.
Entry mode: when traveling for less than 15 days, a visa is not required. When to go: to Hanoi - from September to February, to Nha Trang - from February to August, to Mui Ne - from December to June, to Hoi An - from January to August.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 664 rubles, a hotel - from 844 rubles.
  • Food. Pho soup - from 98 rubles, rice with seafood - around 170 rubles, freshly squeezed juices - from 40 rubles per 0.3 liter.
  • Entertainment. Excursion to the Kuti tunnels - from 2,257 rubles for two, two tickets to the Vinpearl park - approximately 3,900 rubles.

Things to do

  • Want to see a bay created by a dragon? Long ago, he crawled towards the sea and left behind him valleys filled with water. Of course, this is a legend. But Ha Long Bay is the most beautiful postcard view of Vietnam.
  • From Ho Chi Minh City, take a tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels. They were dug up by guerrillas during the Vietnam War to launch surprise attacks on American troops. Now underground passages with a total length of up to 200 kilometers have turned into a popular tourist attraction.
  • It would be strange to come to Vietnam solely for the sake of studying the cultural heritage of this country. Beach holidays are what attracts tourists. It’s worth going to Nha Trang, Mui Ne or Hoi An for it.
  • In Nha Trang, be sure to set aside a day to visit the Vinpearl amusement park. A cable car more than three kilometers long leads there. “Vinpearl” is a paradise for a budget tourist: for a very reasonable amount you can go on rides all day, see a dolphin show and go to the only fresh water water park on the coast. Among the attractions, we especially recommend the electric sleigh: the cart rushes along a winding track, and you regulate the speed yourself.

Sri Lanka

Ticket prices to Colombo start from 54,034 rubles.
Entry mode: you can apply for an electronic visa permit. When to go: December to April.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Two places in a hostel - from 673 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,263 rubles.
  • Food. A serving of rice with curry - from 75 rubles, pancakes with banana and chocolate - from 90 rubles.
  • Entertainment. Sightseeing tour of Colombo - from 3,095 rubles for two, two tickets to the elephant shelter - about 1,800 rubles.

Things to do

  • The path to nirvana lies through the golden triangle: the cities of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy. The largest and most important Buddhist temples and monasteries are located here.
  • Connoisseurs of good tea should visit the town of Nuwara Eliya. See how the tea bushes cover the hills with a dense carpet and shimmer like emerald in the sun. Dilmah, Akbar - it's all from here. Sri Lanka is one of the three largest tea producing countries in the world.
  • The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is, without any exaggeration, a unique place. Here, elephant calves, who for one reason or another are left without parents, are raised and taught wisdom. You can even watch elephants bathe and eat.

Tunisia

Ticket prices to Tunisia start from 33,201 rubles.
Entry mode: when traveling for less than 90 days, a visa is not required. When to go: from March to June or September-October.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. Double room in the hotel - from 2,099 rubles, apartments for two - from 2,239 rubles.
  • Food. Fish soup - 165 rubles, grilled tuna - 470 rubles, a cup of mint tea - 50 rubles.
  • Entertainment. Two tickets to Carthage - about 500 rubles, a two-day trip to the Sahara - approximately 13,000 rubles.

Things to do

  • If you want to literally touch antiquity, here you will find what you were looking for. You can start from the capital: in Tunisia (yes, both the country and the capital are all Tunisia), visit the medina - the old city, where narrow streets weave into a labyrinth surrounded by a stone wall.
  • The ruins of Carthage, once the largest city on the western coast of the Mediterranean, are deservedly popular among tourists. Carthage was founded around 814 BC. All that remains of its former luxury are the amphitheater, aqueduct and the Baths of Anthony Pius.
  • Go on an excursion to the Sahara - after all, it’s not every day that you get the chance to see a real desert and visit the Berbers. By the way, the settlement of Matmata, where representatives of this nationality live, was seen by everyone who watched “Star Wars”: there it depicted the planet Tatooine.

Morocco

Ticket prices to Casablanca start from 31,692 rubles.
Entry mode: when traveling for less than 90 days, a visa is not required. When to go: May to October.

Cost of one day

  • Housing. A room in a guest house - from 1,400 rubles, a double room in a hotel - from 1,959 rubles.
  • Food. Casserole with eggplants and tomatoes - 430 rubles, paella with fish - from 276 rubles, a cup of coffee - from 77 rubles.
  • Entertainment. Excursion from Agadir to Marrakesh - approximately 8,100 rubles for two, a trip to the Sahara with local guides - from 10,000 rubles.

Things to do

  • Visit Rick's Bar in Casablanca, where the atmosphere of the cult film by Michael Curtiz is recreated. Feel like Humphrey Bogart and order a bourbon.
  • For beach lovers, head to Tangier. To the west of the city is the longest beach strip in the country: 47 kilometers of sand along the Atlantic Ocean. When you have had enough of swimming, you can go to the Sahara - such excursions are not only available in Tunisia.
  • Who said Africa is not for ski lovers? In winter, the weather in the Atlas Mountains is good for skiing. You can slide down a snowy slope in the morning and swim in the warm ocean in the evening.
  • If you have enviable willpower and are not fooled by the sweet speeches of talkative sellers, go to the local bazaar to buy souvenirs. Bargain with all your might, here this process is almost more important than the fact of purchase itself.

USA, New York

Ticket prices start from 40,830 rubles.
Entry mode: visa required. When to go: March to October.

Cost of one day

Food and housing in New York are not cheap. But tickets from Moscow are inexpensive for such a long flight, and on the spot you can create a very budget-friendly vacation program.

  • Housing. Double room in the hotel - from 3,816 rubles, apartments for two - from 5,331 rubles.
  • Food. Hot dog - 186 rubles, chicken burger - 354 rubles, chocolate muffin - 154 rubles.
  • Entertainment. Two tickets to the Guggenheim Museum - about 2,800 rubles, two tickets to the zoo - around 2,000 rubles, a visit to the Statue of Liberty - about 2,100 rubles for two.

Things to do

  • Must-see in New York: Broadway and Fifth Avenue, Statue of Liberty, Times Square and Central Park.
  • Among the local museums and attractions, it is worth visiting the Solomon Guggenheim Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Madame Tussauds, the botanical garden and the zoo. Of course, one cannot ignore the New York Museum of Modern Art, where works by Matisse, Van Gogh, Picasso and Dali are collected. By the way, on Fridays from 16 to 20, admission is free if you are not afraid of long lines.
  • There is entertainment in New York for every taste: a concert at the Metropolitan Opera, NBA or NHL matches. Going over budget? The breathtaking views from the Brooklyn Bridge are completely free, as is the ferry between Manhattan and Staten Island.

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The fast pace of life and constant lack of time have made many Russians hostage to cities and offices. In such conditions, even the dream of a vacation is already something mythical and distant. The way out of this situation can be a bright weekend spent somewhere in the near abroad with minimal investment of time and money. So, the list of where to fly inexpensively for a weekend without a visa in 2017 will be useful to all those who want to usefully spend the end of the working week.

Spend a weekend at sea

Proper preparation for it will ensure the success of any trip. It goes without saying that the fewer formalities there are to comply with, the more attractive the cruise seems and the more interesting the place to be visited.

Travel abroad for Russians on the basis of only an internal passport is today possible in an extremely limited number of countries. In most cases, you will need either a passport with .

Since we are not talking about a full-fledged vacation, but about a weekend getaway, it becomes completely clear: the best option would be a trip to those states that will happily accept Russian tourists.

After tiring work in a noisy office, it is understandable that many people want to go to the seaside. And this is where Russians have a choice, since the list of destinations where to go for a weekend without a visa to bask in the warm sand is not so small.

The approach of many countries to the visa issue is quite different. Some stamp upon arrival all year round, others allow entry without visa support only in the summer, while others are ready to receive Russian guests on the basis of only a foreign passport.

A countryFeatures of the holiday
GeorgiaEntry based only on a foreign passport. A prerequisite is the absence of a mark on visiting Abkhazia. Duration of stay – up to 90 days. A great opportunity to combine a beach holiday with exploring the unique historical places of Ancient Adjara.
EgyptThe most popular destinations are rightfully considered to be Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh. You can plan a trip here even in late autumn. An excellent option for those who prefer to book all inclusive tours and combine them with active recreation on the sea coast. It just takes a little more time than just a weekend. This country is better to choose for a longer holiday.
TürkiyeHaving overcome all political differences, Russia and Turkey again happily opened their borders to the residents of both states. Russian tourists prefer to spend time at Turkish resorts, which is due to good service and short flights. The period of stay is limited to 60 days.
MontenegroOf all the countries where to go for a weekend without a visa, it is this small state that Russians remember least often. Many are confused by its belonging to Europe, which, however, does not prevent citizens with Russian citizenship from entering here for 1 month without any visas.
CyprusFormally, this country cannot be classified as a visa-free country, since you will still have to obtain permission to enter here. But the procedure takes place online and takes no more than one day. In this case, you will only have to relax within the island. Traveling to, say, Greece requires you to request a Schengen stamp.
AbkhaziaIt is difficult to find a more visa-free country, so to speak, for Russians. You can get here with a Russian ID card. But it’s better not to put a stamp on your visit - it will close the doors to the no less attractive Georgian state.
JordanCrossing the border of this country requires obtaining a visa stamp at the airport of arrival. It is enough to set aside three days for the trip, during which you can swim in the Dead Sea and explore biblical sights.

If none of these areas are attractive or have already been well studied, you can choose any other state that is ready to receive Russian guests without a visa.

Weekend shopping tour

No less popular is the question of where to go for a weekend without a visa for those who prefer to spend time shopping. After all, everyone chooses for themselves what exactly their vacation should be like.

A big advantage for lovers of noisy boutiques is the fact that some countries simplify the procedure for entering their territory for those who intend to leave a large sum here. Moreover, special shopping tours are organized in a number of countries, by paying for which a guest of the country gets the opportunity to visit all the most attractive places for shopaholics, and sometimes even see a couple of sights.

Please note that visa requirements for some of the listed countries are not completely cancelled. It is usually received in a simplified manner and is paid along with the shopping tour itself to the organizers, who take care of its preparation.

    And finally, the most interesting thing is the restriction of travel abroad for debtors. It is the status of the debtor that is easiest to “forget” when getting ready for your next vacation abroad. The reason may be overdue loans, unpaid housing and communal services receipts, alimony or fines from the traffic police. Any of these debts may threaten to restrict travel abroad in 2018; we recommend finding out information about the presence of debt using the proven service nevylet.rf
  • Finland is the most popular destination from St. Petersburg. Helsinki and Lappeenranta are in greatest demand. A visa here is issued in a simplified manner for a short period of time, and the advantage of purchasing goods here is tax-free receipts, which allows you to return 10% of the cost of goods at customs.
  • Turkey attracts not only with its hotels, but also with inexpensive goods. Russian businessmen come here to buy leather goods, gold, and oriental sweets.
  • Georgia – this destination can be called the most budget-friendly. During the trip, you have the opportunity to visit all the most famous markets of the country and stock up on famous Georgian wine, cheese and other local delicacies.

    • In addition, you can choose one of the countries whose customs officers are famous for their special loyalty:

    • UAE – clothing, watches, shoes, luxury goods;
    • Turkey - leather, textiles, gold, carpets, furs, jeans, children's clothing;
    • Vietnam - clothes for summer, tea sets, evening dresses, dishes, knitwear, tea.

    In all these countries, you can obtain a visa for travel to purchase goods in a simplified manner.

    Weekend in the mountains

    The most important characteristic of a weekend trip is its cost. It goes without saying that no one wants to spend 3-4 days of vacation for fabulous money. But lovers of mountain resorts can rest assured: you can spend time in the mountains in some foreign countries on a budget.

    Visa-free countries for the weekend are represented not only by a list of beach resorts. As it turned out, the list of visa-free ski countries is not so small:

    • Armenia – it’s worth coming here for the most famous resort of Tsakhkadzor, which is 40 km from the Armenian capital. Vacationers are presented with 12 km of trail, which is more suitable for those who are just starting to ski or want to hone their skills.
    • Georgia – Bakuriani is the oldest resort for skiers and the capital of this sport. There are only two ski slopes here, but both of them are two-stage with different levels of difficulty.
    • Iran – you can ski here from December to April. The Dizin resort is more suitable for professional athletes, but Tashal will delight even beginners. We should not forget, however, about the peculiarities of entering here: men can visit the country only for 14 days with a visa and for three days without a visa, having received permission from the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and it is better for single women to refrain from traveling altogether or enter only accompanied by men.
    • Kazakhstan is famous for its slopes, which are recognized by the International Alpine Ski Federation as one of the most difficult in the world. You can cross the border on the basis of a foreign passport without a visa.

    At the same time, we should not forget about such visa-free countries where you can also spend time in the mountains, such as Kyrgyzstan and Turkey.

    Weekend tours with children

    All the benefits of visa-free visits to foreign countries can be appreciated when you are planning a trip with children. When regularly contacting the consulate, you have to prepare an additional package of papers for young travelers. Entry into states with simplified border control greatly makes life easier for parents. It will be useful for many to find out exactly where you can organize a holiday abroad for a weekend without a visa with children.

    The ideal choice would be those countries where you can choose a hotel with children's animators and leisure clubs. This will provide an opportunity to keep children busy and parents to have free personal time. When choosing a trip, pay attention to such an important point as nutrition and the availability of products that your baby needs. Pay special attention to the flight - it should not be too long.

In megacities, life always flows dynamically and quickly. That is why residents of the capital often wonder where they can go for a weekend from Moscow by car, in order to take a break from the usual urban bustle for a while, enjoy beautiful nature or quiet provincial streets, wander through museums, learn about the history of our country, touch the her culture.

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Art Park "Nikola-Lenivets" - a dream of an artistic village made reality

Not far from Moscow, in the Kaluga region, there is a beautiful natural and creative park Nikola-Lenivets. Its history began not so long ago; people started talking about an unusual art zone in 2000. It was then that two Muscovites, Vasily Shchetinin and Nikolai Polissky, managed to realize the dream of creating an ideal creative village from their point of view, far from civilization and the bustle of the city. Since then, the Archstoyanie festival, dedicated to various topics, has been held regularly, three times a year, in the park.

In winter, this could be, for example, a parade of snowmen, in summer - the grandiose construction of the “Tower of Babel” from hay, and so on. But even on days when the holidays die down, there is still something to do in Nikola-Lenivets. Firstly, everyone can work on the farm - for many it becomes an exciting adventure. Secondly, you can admire the unusual sculptures. For example, a lion made of rubber tires. Children especially like them, as this open-air museum is not an exposition, but “living” - everything can be touched, studied and even “conquered” by climbing to the very top.

“Husky Land” - a corner of Chukotka in the Moscow region

Just a few tens of kilometers from bustling Moscow there is a wonderful place where you can get acquainted with the customs and cultural traditions of the inhabitants of Chukotka - the Husky Land ethnographic complex. The main inhabitants of the farm, as you might guess from the name, are wonderful dogs with whom you can take pictures, feed them, and even ride in sleds in the winter. There are also friendly deer here. In addition to communicating with animals, guests are offered a national Chukchi program - you can visit a yaranga and see how everything is organized there, take part in ancient rituals and even make a wish that will certainly come true. Overall, this is great entertainment for those who want to escape from the drabness of everyday life and spend an unusual and bright day.

Bird Park "Sparrows"

In 2005, a very unusual park appeared in the Kaluga region, something between a village farmstead and a mini-zoo. Since then, the project has steadily developed, and today the territory is home to more than 2,000 species of birds. And, of course, these are not only sparrows, as the name might suggest. There are owls, parrots, and many others here. At first glance, you might think that the tour is aimed primarily at children. In fact, adults will also find it interesting here. There are recreation areas in the park, you can rent a barbecue and even barbecue in a specially designated area, enjoying the beautiful nature. For those who want to take a break from the endless bustle of the city, there is simply no better place.

Borovsk and Ethnomir

Borovsk is a small town in the Kaluga region, founded before the Tatar-Mongol invasion. For another couple of decades it was not known in the tourist world and was not much different from many other provincial neighbors. Among the local attractions, one could only note the Intercession Monastery, founded in the 15th century, and numerous paintings on the walls - the administration in every possible way encourages creative people, and with the support of management they managed to “revive” many boring industrial buildings. In the 2000s, the situation changed dramatically. The so-called Ethnomir appeared in the city, occupying an area of ​​40 hectares. In fact, the complex is an interactive open-air museum divided into many zones - each of them is dedicated to the life and way of life of a particular people. Here you can not only look, but also touch, climb and feel “inside” the exhibition.

Senezhskoe Lake is a natural complex that amazes with its beauty

Looking at the photographs of Lake Senezh, it’s hard to even believe that this place is located in the Moscow region - such beautiful nature, untouched by man, it seems, could only be preserved in the distant outback. But the fact remains that you can get to it from the capital without any problems in literally an hour. Senezh is not a natural reservoir, it is a reservoir built in 1826 to make it more convenient to transport materials to the construction site of the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. He did not have any important strategic purpose. Perhaps this is why the age of industrialization seemed to bypass these regions. Senezh is simply a paradise for fishermen. The catches here are truly royal, and competitions among amateurs and professionals are regularly held. You can fish both from the shore and from a boat. For those who are not interested in “river hunting”, there is a standard set of entertainment - rental stations for the same boats, beaches, cozy cafes on the shore.

Vladimir - the ancient capital of Rus'

The beautiful city of Vladimir, which celebrated more than one anniversary, including its 1000th anniversary, was founded back in 990. In memory of the deeds of bygone days, the magnificent white stone cathedrals, the Assumption and Dmitrievsky, as well as the residence of Prince Andrei Bogolyubsky, in the village of Bogolyubovo, have been preserved. All of them are wonderful examples of ancient Russian architecture, which today attract hundreds of thousands of tourists from all over the world. Another highlight among local attractions is the magnificent Golden Gate, a symbol of Vladimir’s metropolitan past (the city really had the status of the main city in Ancient Rus' for a long time).

Inside you can look at the exhibition dedicated to the Tatar-Mongol invasion. In recent years, Vladimir has changed noticeably. The center now has its own “Arbat” - pedestrian Georgievskaya Street, reminiscent of another page in the city’s history - its provincial past of the 18th-19th centuries. Here you can look at old houses, a pharmacy, and also admire the views of Klyazma from one of the observation platforms. And, of course, try Suzdal mead in a street or indoor cafe.

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Kolomna – a city of contrasts

The small town of Kolomna, located in the Moscow region, is known primarily as a place for the production of wonderful marshmallows, which has become its symbol and “calling card”. But few people think about the fact that this is one of the most ancient cities in the Moscow region. Today, the Kremlin reminds us of the distant past, which looks very contrasting against the backdrop of the ultra-modern Ice Palace in high-tech style. There are other contradictions here that coexist peacefully with each other. For example, the “front” center is adjacent to abandoned courtyards and “god-forsaken” alleys; a street named after the famous revolutionary Lazarev leads to the Assumption Cathedral. Kolomna is like a colorful patchwork quilt, bright and attracting attention.

Yaroslavl - the merchant capital of Rus'

Beautiful Yaroslavl, the pearl of the Golden Ring of Russia, is different from all its neighbors. He is not as monumental as Vladimir. Not as colorful and provincial as Kostroma, not as “golden-domed” as Suzdal. But wonderful nonetheless. Initially, it was formed as the capital of the merchants. Perhaps this gave him some lightness, carelessness and some unique beauty. The calling card of Yaroslavl is the arrow of the Volga and Kotorosl, two rivers that merge right next to the city. The barges floating by perfectly complement the fountain and park ensemble of the embankment. It makes no sense to list all the sights of Yaroslavl - there are more than eight hundred of them in the city. If you don’t have too much time, then the most logical and correct way to start getting acquainted is with the Kremlin. And, of course, be sure to feed the bear that lives there - it has long become a symbol of the city on the Volga.

Tver is an ancient city that made M. Krug famous

Tver is another ancient city located near Moscow. Once upon a time it was one of the influential centers of Rus'; not only the neighbors, but also the “capital” rulers, Kyiv, Vladimir, and then Moscow, had to reckon with the princes of the Tver principality. Unfortunately, no ancient monuments have survived in the city. However, there are still architectural sights that deserve attention. First of all, this is the imperial travel palace, built during the reign of Catherine II. She often visited here, spending several days while traveling from St. Petersburg to Moscow. It is not surprising that the interiors were decorated with the luxury typical of those times - just as the empress loved. Also be sure to take a look at the White Trinity - the oldest church in the city, dating back to the 16th century.

Modern Tver also has something to show guests. One of the first associations of the 20th century is connected, of course, with the name of M. Krug - it was here that the famous singer was born and lived. Not long ago, a museum dedicated to his work opened. In addition, fans do not miss the chance to see Lazurny, where “the lads walk,” the courtyards of Proletarka, school No. 39, the white cottage on Osvobozhdeniye Street, where Mikhail Vladimirovich lived and, of course, visit his grave at the Dmitrovo-Cherkassky cemetery. And one more interesting point. Tver is unofficially considered the Russian capital of street art. Street artists are treated with respect here; special places are allocated for their “works” in the city. And guests and locals can enjoy one of the modern forms of art without any restrictions.

Tula – the city of weapons, samovars and gingerbread

There are cities associated with a specific monument, phenomenon or name. The same cannot be said about Tula - she has too many calling cards. These include weapons, legendary gingerbread cookies, samovars, and, of course, the great Russian writer Lev Nikolaevich Tolstoy. It is not surprising that many tourists, coming to this generally small city, are confused by such diversity and do not know where to start. And you need to start your acquaintance, of course, from the heart of Tula - the majestic Kremlin. Within its walls there is also one of the symbolic museums - weapons, the exhibitions of which will certainly delight boys of all ages, adult men and simply inquisitive tourists.

Not far from the Kremlin there is a second symbolic museum - samovars. Local residents treat them with special reverence, the collection occupies two floors, and the excursion lasts at least 1.5 hours, which fly by unnoticed - any Tula guide spends it in one breath. And, of course, you can’t ignore the gingerbread museum. Here you can not only learn about the history of the sweet industry, but also take part in a tasting. After it, you can purchase the products you like, made according to ancient recipes. But in order to get acquainted with the work of Leo Tolstoy, you will have to go out of town - to his estate Yasnaya Polyana. If this is not possible, you can stroll through the square where the writer belongs, where the most striking quotes from his famous works are carved on granite blocks.

Serpukhov – a city with an eventful past

Serpukhov is one of the ancient cities of the Moscow region, founded in 1339. Due to its location, in a strategically important place on the banks of the Nara River, it repeatedly became the protagonist of important historical events, survived the raids of the Crimean Tatars, the “industrial boom” during the time of Peter I and much more. Today, the main city attractions are considered to be two monasteries - the Serpukhov Vysotsky monastery, founded in 1374 at the instigation of Sergius of Radonezh himself, and the Vvedensky Vladychensky monastery, which appeared even earlier, in 1360, but was completely rebuilt during the time of Boris Godunov. Today it is one of the most striking architectural monuments of his era in all of Russia. Also interesting is the historical and art museum, whose collection includes more than 40 thousand exhibits. The collection is considered the richest in the entire Moscow region.

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Kaluga is a typical example of a provincial pre-revolutionary city

Kaluga is not as popular in the tourist world as, for example, St. Petersburg, Vladimir or Moscow itself. However, there is some special appeal in its streets. Perhaps it’s all about the special spirit that has been hovering here for hundreds of years. The history of Kaluga began back in 1371, when a fortress was built on the banks of the Oka. Gradually it lost its original significance, but this did not prevent the city from growing and developing in a different direction - as a large shopping center. In the 18th-19th centuries, mainly merchants lived here, many of them could afford to own mansions in the city center. These buildings have been perfectly preserved to this day; their walls now house museums, administrative institutions, and some have remained residential, albeit now apartment buildings.

Walking through the center of Kaluga, you sometimes forget that the 21st century reigns outside - it seems to be “lingering” in the past. Another calling card of the city is the Museum of the History of Cosmonautics, created during the Soviet Union with the participation of Yu.A. Gagarin and S.P. Korolev. The place was not chosen by chance, since it was in Kaluga that the “father” of Russian cosmonautics, K.E. Tsiolkovsky, was born and lived. In his home, small, wooden, but very cozy, there is also a memorial museum.

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Weekend tours abroad on the “Subtleties of Tourism”

Unwinding abroad for a weekend with virtually no interruption from work is a favorite way for more and more tourists to travel. The advantages of such a vacation are the opportunity to take a “smoke break” without depending on the work schedule or the location of your superiors: you just pack your things on Friday evening - and now the liner is rushing you to the gentle sea or the masterpieces of European museums. Weekend tours abroad are offered in abundance by tour operators: here are beach holidays, train and bus excursion trips, and spa trips to mineral springs and balneological resorts. The weekend getaway market is quite large and it's easy to get lost in the abundance of offers, so we've prepared for you a brief overview of the most popular holiday destinations.

Almost like home

Although our closest neighbors in the former Soviet Union can be called foreign with a stretch, nevertheless, formally things are exactly like this: in order to spend a weekend in Kyiv or Minsk, you will have to cross the state border. Fortunately, border formalities are kept to a minimum, so a trip here will be no more difficult than visiting, say, Kostroma. Among the most popular destinations for foreign weekend tours are, of course, Belarus and Ukraine, and in particular their capitals. In Minsk, you can temporarily forget about the frantic pace of life in Moscow and enjoy the pleasant emptiness of the streets, generous portions of delicious Belarusian cuisine in affordable restaurants and feel nostalgic for the Soviet past. And Kyiv will delight you with a European “excursion” that is not inferior to it, the incredible atmosphere of Khreshchatyk and the most beautiful cathedrals - and all this is just an hour’s flight from Moscow.

Flight time to most cities in Eastern and Central Europe does not exceed 2.5-3 hours.

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Big Europe for a small weekend

The nearest foreign countries, of course, are good, but what about those who passionately want to look at the Eiffel Tower or admire Rome from the dome of St. Peter's Cathedral, but work just won't let them go on any kind of long vacation? There is a way out - thanks to developed air services and a short flight to European capitals, over the weekend it is quite possible to do not only this, but also complement the experience with a visit to, say, the Moulin Rouge or the Sistine Chapel. The flight time to most cities in Eastern and Central Europe does not exceed 2.5-3 hours, so if you leave work early on Friday, you can really start Saturday with a “cult dose” in Paris. In this case, of course, you need to take care of a Schengen visa in advance. But even if there is no Schengen in your passport, this is not a reason to refuse a European mini-voyage: without a visa, our brother is allowed to visit Macedonia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro... finally, to half-European, half-Asian Turkey, and the sights of Istanbul there is enough reserve for sightseeing throughout the weekends of the whole year!

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