How and where to spend the New Year 2020

Undoubtedly, every Russian wants to have an unforgettable and fun New Year 2020, but where and how to do it so that the fabulous celebration and ten-day winter mini-holidays go perfectly? Leading travel agencies offer a lot of destinations where you can have a wonderful time in a noisy bustle or enjoying secluded tranquility, with children and a soul mate or in the company of close friends.

New Year on native expanses

On the map of our country there are many amazing places to spend the most magical night of the year and all the upcoming winter holidays.

Great Ustyug

Almost every child knows where Russian Santa Claus lives. It is with the Great Ustyug that he begins a detour of all corners of Russia with his granddaughter Snegurochka. The fabulous city is full of guests on holidays. They walk along the streets, where they organize funny festivities, take dances, take pictures by the magnificent city tree. Along the Sukhona River stretches a long string of old mansions, majestic bell towers and beautiful ancient temples.

Kazan

No wonder this city is called the third capital of our country. Those who have already decided where to spend New Year's Eve and unforgettable winter holidays in 2020 are planning to come here. The infrastructure of the city allows you to combine rest with the whole family with rich and active excursions, winter sports with the study of interesting sights, for example:

• Zilantov Monastery;
• Kazan Kremlin;
• Syuyumbike towers;
• Old Tatar settlement;
• Millennium Park;
• Kul Sharif Mosques;
• Temple of all religions;
• Alexander passage;
• Peter and Paul Cathedral;
• Farmers Palace;

Having met the New Year, guests of Kazan go to the village of Yana Kirlay to the local grandfather frost Kysh Babay or splash around in the Riviera water park.

St. Petersburg

This is one of the best places in the country for a New Year's celebration. Getting to the biggest city Christmas tree is very easy by metro, having reached Palace Square. Large-scale festive celebrations with dancing, illumination, fireworks, performances, ice slides are annually held on the Gulf of Finland, Strelka Vasilievsky Island, Arts Square and Nevsky Prospect. It is definitely worth highlighting a day or two for an excursion to Peterhof, visiting Christmas markets. City visitors are usually diluted with a rich tourist program by boat trips along the Neva or gatherings in cozy cafes.

Moscow

For all January holidays, the capital of Russia becomes the world's largest Christmas and New Year venue. This is an ideal city for those who have not yet decided how to spend the New Year in 2020.To spend the main night right on Red Square under the chiming clock and admire the magnificent fireworks, it is better to stock up on warm clothes and a thermos with strong tea. Picnic areas with free barbecue facilities, ice slides are arranged for Muscovites and city guests on Losiny Island, in Pokrovsky-Streshnev, Bitza. Santa Claus certainly calls in his metropolitan residence, which was built in the Kuzminsky forest park. Meeting with him will certainly appeal to both children and their parents. There are many fairs throughout the Christmas week; ski runs are being laid in some areas of Moscow, and solemn services are being held in all churches and churches. Doors of restaurants offering old Russian dishes are open: traditional Kalach and Moscow gingerbread, sturgeon, pancakes and pies with different fillings.

Baikal

Even in winter, this largest freshwater lake attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists. You do not need to think long about where to spend the New Year holidays 2020 in Russia economically if you want to admire its beauties and have a great time. Of course, if possible, it is better to book a room in a fashionable hotel, but options are offered much cheaper - in small private pensions and economy-class camp sites. In winter, Lake Baikal is covered with dense, transparent ice like glass and turns into an endless skating rink. With children, it is better to go to Listvyanka, namely to an unusual place - nerpinaria. There, seals play musical instruments, indulge in soccer balls, sing and dance.

In addition to Baikal sights, there are many rental shops for ski equipment, snowmobiles, ATVs. And the most extreme travelers will love the hivus ride. This is a hovercraft that rushes at great speed along the ice of the lake, and then flies through the ice-free Angara River.

R. Hangar

Kaliningrad

The westernmost Russian city opens its doors to everyone who wants to have a great New Year celebration. An hour away are the famous sea resorts Zelenogradsk and Svetlogorsk. In January, the Curonian Spit park does not close. “Cosmic” white-yellow sand dunes stretch for 98 km. In the plan of visiting attractions, it is necessary to include the Ancient Cathedral, the Museum of the World Ocean, the Amber Museum, the Holy Family Church.

Dombai

For active pastime and excellent rest, Russians go to this Russian Caucasian ski resort. It is surrounded by majestic mountains, ski slopes are equipped with slopes, both for professionals and beginners. After snowboarding or skiing, it is very pleasant to relax in one of the wonderful cafes. Taste manty, kebabs, dombai hits, and then go with the children, sculpt a snow woman or ride a sled.

Elbrus region

Tourists from all over Russia travel to the popular ski resort in Kabardino-Balkaria on their own by car, bus or train. This is a real paradise for professional skiers who are not afraid of difficult mountain bends. After skiing, vacationers fight paintball, learn to skate, go hiking, book rides on ATVs or horses, take a steam bath, taste rich shurpa and hot huts.

Khichin with cottage cheese and herbs

Krasnaya Polyana

This famous ski resort near Sochi is visited by hundreds of thousands of tourists annually. Well-equipped ski and snowboard tracks are located near Rosa Khutor Station. Almost all hotels, restaurants and cafes of Krasnaya Polyana offer a merry New Year's show program. No need to carry bulky and heavy equipment. Here you can also find cheap rental points for everything you need for winter sports.

Karelia

This is a vast territory with reserves, national parks, the world's largest lakes Ladoga and Onega. An unforgettable emotional rest in a well-heated wooden house for New Year's celebrations can be ordered in the village of Kalevala or Voknavolok.The main local attractions are dog and reindeer sledding, sledding, ice fishing, snowmobiling, cheesecakes, skiing.

In Russia there are many more wonderful places for an active or relaxing holiday for the New Year 2020. On the Susaninskaya square of Kostroma, a city tree sparkles with bright lights. Fun festivals will certainly be held in Vladimir. A romantic picnic with a round dance in felt boots, with mulled wine and barbecue is easy to arrange even beyond the Arctic Circle. Or maybe take a walk along the streets of Crimean cities and learn the history of Chersonesos?

Susaninskaya Square

On New Year's Eve to the warm sea

All those who are tired of the piercing blizzards and winter cold, those who just dream of a velvety tan in 2020, need to buy a tour to some sunny country on New Year's holidays. These can be inexpensive resorts in the Mediterranean, Pacific or Indian Ocean.

Mexico - real exotic in the middle of winter

The snow-white Caribbean coast awaits those who booked a New Year's tour to Mexico. The famous resorts of the Riviera Maya are chosen by lovers of a quiet measured rest surrounded by coconut trees. Holidays in Cancun will appeal to Russians who adore night parties in clubs and cutting-edge hotels, vibrant carnivals and marine entertainment. In each hotel for guests from Russia on New Year's Eve, a festive banquet is organized with a classic fireworks and a disco.

Goa - a paradise for the New Year holidays

The Indian state of Goa is a combination of a wonderful climate and low prices, especially if you choose the southern region, that is, the villages:

• Cavelosim;
• Colva;
• Benaulim;
• Agonda;
• Morjim.

The resort towns of Ashveme and Bogmalo are an ideal place for those who want to spend the New Year holidays, diving, spearfishing, surfing, paragliding. Guests of the exotic Indian state must visit the Charao Bird Park, admire the waters of the Dudhasagar Falls, flowing from 300 meters high and the amazing Pandava Caves.

Vietnam - unforgettable exotic for New Year

Winter holidays in this amazing hot country will certainly remain in your memory. To celebrate, tour operators recommend the resorts of Fukuok, Mui Ne and Nha Trang. On their central beaches colorful fireworks are organized, folk festivals, all kinds of entertainments, animated shows. In January, the island of Phu Quoc has wonderful warm weather. On a clean sandy beach, they not only sunbathe, but also relax in small bungalows, taste exotic Vietnamese cuisine: Pho soup, fried noodles with beef, shrimp paste, the famous Vietnamese sandwich.

Antalya - a warm Turkish resort

Fairytale Turkey seems to tell every traveler where to spend the New Year 2020. Its most visited resort, Antalya, is located on the shores of the warm Mediterranean Sea. It is not just a city with comfortable beaches and picturesque nature. It preserves the heritage of ancient history, unique attractions that everyone should visit:

• Hydyrlyk tower;
• the gates of Hadrian;
• Mount Tunektepe;
• Aspendos
• The ruins of Perge;
• Archaeological Museum.

On the Köprücay River, you can go rafting with an instructor on an inflatable raft or kayak. Such extreme rafting is an exciting adventure for adrenaline lovers.

New Year tours to Dubai

The United Arab Emirates annually become a real Mecca for lovers of oriental exotic on New Year. The same applies to the main resort of the country - the city of Dubai. In winter, calm warm weather is here. The famous resort is rich not only in clean beaches, but also attractions, the visit of which will dilute the New Year's celebrations:

• The world's largest musical fountain;
• Skyscraper Burj Khalifa;
• Palm Jumeirah;
• Dubai Opera
• Al Fahidi district.

First-class spa centers are located in the resort complex “City of Jumeirah” (Madinat Jumeirah). You can admire the local beauties by ordering a trip on a wooden boat. Dubai's theme parks have plenty of fun for adults and children.

Dubai Opera

Holiday Diving in Thailand

Leaving snow-covered Russia and ending up on a warm sea coast is such an idea to become a reality if you book a ticket to Thailand for the New Year. Especially this exotic country is suitable for scuba diving enthusiasts. The best divers centers are open in:

• Chumphon Province;
• Pattaya;
• Samui
• Co Similan;
• Koh Lanta;
• Phi phi;
• Phuket.

Along the coast stretch underwater caves. In addition to tropical fish, whale and leopard sharks, sea turtles, butterfly fish, manta rays, barracudas, cuttlefish and octopuses live in warm waters.

Mauritius Island - the perfect winter getaway

Those Russians who have not yet decided how to spend the New Year holidays in 2020 and where exactly to go should pay attention to this tiny island in the Indian Ocean. In a small area harmoniously coexist:

• small towns and cities;
• lagoons and rivers;
• mountains and reserves;
• gorges and waterfalls;
• luxury hotels and cheap bungalows.

In the northern part of Mauritius are the best beaches adjacent to the rainforests. And in the southeast, locals and tourists prefer surfing, diving and fishing. At shallow depths near the island there is a hammerfish and exotic blue marlin.

Blue marlin

Maldives for active beach people

To celebrate New Year and Christmas on this amazing island and save, you need to book a tour package in advance. This is a romantic place for a secluded holiday, the comfortable hotels of which are surrounded by beautiful coral reefs and literally buried in tropical vegetation.

The island state has more than 150 resort centers with diving clubs, equipped beaches, various excursion programs, hotels with pools, a jacuzzi and playgrounds. At the New Year's banquet, you must definitely try local delicacies, and after the celebration, visit the Male Hukukru Misisku Mosque in Male, the Muliage Presidential Palace, the tomb of Medusiyarai, Sultan Park, and the National Museum of the Maldives.

Sultan's Park

The best New Year holidays in Europe

For all the January holidays, most compatriots choose classic European capitals and cities, whose hotel accommodation is quite inexpensive.

Munich

New Year's Eve in this German city is associated with fragrant Bavarian sausages, hot mulled wine and noisy holiday fairs. In the famous beer halls “Levenbroi”, “Hofbräuhaus”, Augustiner ”, as well as in the nightclub Kultfabrik on December 31, you don’t get crowded, so it is advisable to reserve a table in advance.

Rome

The ancient city is being transformed during the New Year celebrations. To admire the huge sparkling fir tree, the guests of the city and the Romans go to St. Piazza Petra. All the windows of the houses and shop windows are decorated with colorful Christmas compositions and garlands. Italian Santa Claus walks in the main square of Rome, Piazza del Popolo, where the main celebrations are held.

Vilnius

Amazing surprises await guests of the Lithuanian capital who have come to spend New Year's celebrations here. In the center of the Cathedral Square, a magnificent Christmas tree is being set up. All this action is accompanied by the performance of creative groups singing Christmas psalms. For young children, a real pleasure is to ride a rail train through the Christmas tree.And adults, tired of the bustle of the city, go to the Neris River, stroll through the creative district of Uzupis or along Gediminas Avenue.

Paris

The French capital annually awaits guests for the New Year's Eve 2020 meeting. Most visitors spend the main night of the year on the Champs Elysees or the Eiffel Tower. The New Year procession traditionally passes through the Arc de Triomphe. Miracles and sweets, as well as Disney heroes in New Year's outfits, are waiting for small and large visitors at Disneyland Paris. Representations in the Moulin Rouge and banquets on the Eiffel Tower are very popular among tourists.

In Europe, the New Year holidays take on a completely different flavor. Do not waste time in vain, choose a suitable tour for 2020 and book it in advance, while the trip prices are minimal.

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