The days off in May 2013 will please you - we will celebrate May Day for 9 whole days, namely: May 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11 and 12. Therefore, it is worth deciding now on an individual program of festive events.
We offer today Top 10 places to go for the May holidays... There is an option for beach lovers, skiers and fans of the exotic.
10. Alpine glaciers in Austria
Those who wish to go skiing or snowboarding in May should visit 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 have a great rest during all kinds of folk festivals, which are organized annually in May by residents of alpine towns and villages. Weekly trip budget - from $ 1200 per person.
9. Crimea
May holidays in Crimea provide an opportunity to enjoy deserted beaches, aromas of flowering plants and calmly travel around all local attractions. The air temperature in early May in the resorts of the South Coast of Crimea ranges from +22 to + 30 ° С, and the water warms up to + 17 ° С. A weekly trip budget - from $ 300 per person.
8. Sea or river cruise
The most popular cruises for the May holidays are Mediterranean cruises. In 10-12 days you can visit Italy, Greece, Egypt, Malta, Turkey and other countries. Routes in the Baltic States and Scandinavia are interesting and affordable. May weather is favorable for river cruises in Europe with a call to Cologne, Dusseldorf, Amsterdam, Budapest. In Russia, you can choose cruises along the Volga, Don, Kama and Northern Dvina. 10-day trip budget - from $ 1000 per person.
7. Black Sea coast of the Caucasus
May holidays on the Black Sea are intended more for air and sun bathing than for swimming - the air temperature will be about 23-28 ° С, but the water in the Sochi area will barely warm up to + 17 ° С. But prices are much lower than in the high season from June to September, and there will be enough people on the embankments for leisurely pleasant walks. A weekly trip budget - 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 troubles with acclimatization, unusual food and does not require a passport. Numerous tourist centers, rest houses and boarding houses of the Moscow region 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 swimming pool. Plus, fun entertainment is guaranteed. A weekly trip budget - from $ 200 per person.
5. Israel
May holidays in Israel are suitable for those who wish to relax, sunbathe and swim, as well as get a rich excursion program. The air temperature in different regions of the country ranges from +25 to + 32 ° C. There is practically no precipitation, and the sea breezes fill the air with freshness. A weekly trip budget - from $ 1000 per person.
4. Thailand
It is the first days 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 declining. Occasional rains are too short-lived to spoil your holiday. A weekly trip budget - from $ 900 per person.
2. Europe
It is difficult to find 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 precipitation is becoming more rare than in early spring. France, Italy, Czech Republic and Greece are especially popular on May holidays. Weekly trip budget - from $ 700 per person.
1. Egypt
May holidays in Egypt - a great option for fans of beach holidays. The water has warmed up to + 26 ° С, and the air temperature is still not too high - + 29 - 34 ° С. Truth, the best hotels in Egypt it is worth booking in advance, because tourists from all over the world come here at this time. A weekly trip budget - from $ 300 per person.