The weekend in May 2013 will please - we will meet May Day for 9 days, namely: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11 and 12 of May. Therefore, it is now worth deciding on an individual program of holiday events.
We offer today Top 10 places to go for the May holidays. Here there is an option for beach lovers, and for skiers, and for lovers of exotic.
10. Alpine glaciers in Austria
Those who wish to go skiing or snowboarding in May should visit the best ski resorts, climb higher into the mountains to a height of 3 thousand meters in search of snow. The most interesting Austrian glacier for skiing is Hintertux, no less popular is the Stubai glacier closest to Innsbruck. In addition to skiing, you can relax during various festivities, which are held annually in May by residents of alpine towns and villages. Budget weekly trip - from $ 1200 per person.
9. Crimea
May holidays in Crimea provide an opportunity to enjoy the deserted beaches, aromas of flowering plants and calmly travel around all local attractions. The air temperature in early May at the resorts of the Southern coast of Crimea ranges from +22 to + 30 ° С, and the water warms up to + 17 ° С. The budget for a weekly trip is from $ 300 per person.
8. Sea or river cruise
The most popular for the May holidays are Mediterranean cruises. For 10-12 days you can visit Italy, Greece, Egypt, Malta, Turkey and other countries. Interesting and affordable routes in the Baltic and Scandinavia. May weather also leads to river cruises in Europe with calls to Cologne, Dusseldorf, Amsterdam, Budapest. In Russia, you can choose cruises along the Volga, Don, Kama and Northern Dvina. The budget for a 10-day trip is from $ 1,000 per person.
7. The Black Sea coast of the Caucasus
May holidays on the Black Sea designed more for air and sun baths than for bathing - the air temperature will be about 23-28 ° C, but the water in the Sochi region will barely warm up to + 17 ° C. But the prices are much lower than in the high season from June to September, and the people on the embankments will be quite small for leisurely pleasant walks. The budget for a weekly trip is from $ 300 per person.
6. Moscow region
Holidays in central Russia are especially good for all families with small children, because this option saves you from acclimatization, unusual food and does not require a passport. Numerous camp sites, rest houses and pensions near Moscow offer decent conditions for recreation. On May holidays, it is quite possible to find a country hotel with a beautiful park and even a heated pool. In addition, a fun entertainment program is guaranteed. Budget weekly trip - from $ 200 per person.
5. Israel
May holidays in Israel are suitable for those who want to relax, sunbathe and swim, as well as get a rich excursion program. Air temperature in different regions of the country ranges from +25 to + 32 ° C. There is practically no rainfall, and sea breezes fill the air with freshness. The budget for a weekly trip is from $ 1,000 per person.
4. Thailand
It is the first of May that is the last opportunity to visit Thailand before the rainy season begins. Prices at this time are quite moderate, because the flow of tourists is on the decline. Periodic rains are too short to spoil the rest. The budget for a weekly trip is from $ 900 per person.
2. Europe
It is difficult to choose a more suitable time for a sightseeing tour of Europe than May. The sweltering heat has not yet begun, but everything is already blooming, and rainfall is becoming more rare than in early spring. Especially popular for the May holidays are France, Italy, the Czech Republic and Greece. The budget for a weekly trip is from $ 700 per person.
1. Egypt
May holidays in Egypt - A great option for beach lovers. The water warmed up to + 26 ° C, and the air temperature is still not too high - + 29 - 34 ° C. True, the best hotels in Egypt should be booked in advance, because tourists from all over the world are eager to come here at this time. The budget for a weekly trip is from $ 300 per person.