10 interesting and budget ideas how to spend a vacation

Summer is a great season to finally give free rein to your desires and dreams, to go on a long-awaited vacation. Although, however, any season opens the door for a good rest. Colleagues now and then return tanned and rested, showing colorful photos, sharing funny stories. And you are sitting in the office and wondering where to go on a limited budget so as to keep up with inspired colleagues.

The most important postulates of any holiday: get enough sleep, devote time to hobbies, change the environment, not keep track of time and, of course, gain new emotions and impressions.

Below we offer 10 ideas on how to spend a holiday with limited funds. At the same time, positive emotions are guaranteed regardless of location and type of activity.

10 Near travel

If the vacation is short, fatigue does not allow you to spend energy on active flights and crossings, then you can go on vacation “in the area”. We highly recommend visiting Ufa, and from there it is only 7 hours drive – and you are already in Kazan, where you can see the local Kremlin, the famous Annunciation Cathedral and mosques. And 10 hours of the road will bring you to Yekaterinburg with its famous sculptures to famous people, beautiful architecture. The entire Golden Ring of Russia is open for research – Kostroma, Rostov, Sergiev Posad, Vladimir and other beautiful cities. Arrange an educational tour without staying in each city for more than 2-3 days to cover more amazing places.

9. Advanced training or retraining

There are people who really like to work, but the soul and body ask for new experiences. You can perfectly combine business with pleasure. Workaholics can sign up for courses that allow them to acquire new skills or knowledge, retrain for a different profile, improve their qualifications, etc. They are often held in various cities around the country, and some seminars even abroad, which will allow you to relax with the benefit of a career . Some trainings and business seminars involve active games, various quests and difficult tasks that will help you unite with a new team, make useful contacts and friends, and share a lot of impressions.

8. Natural attractions of Russia

Mother Russia is rich in natural landscapes and reserves. Believe me, leaving the usual metropolis, you can plunge into a completely different world of mystery and tranquility of nature. For travel we recommend the Altai Mountains, the mineral waters of Pyatigorsk, Lake Baikal, wild and beautiful Karelia, the famous Weathering Pillars, the Curonian Spit. Every person should visit Baikal, since the nature of the area belongs to the UNESCO heritage. Beautiful blue water, amazing flora and fauna – a real nirvana for a soul tired of the bustle of work.

7. Relax at home

Someone will think that there is nothing worse than spending a vacation at home without changing either the environment or the atmosphere. Of course, we do not encourage you to do household chores, do a spring cleaning or visit your neighbors. You can just have a good vacation without leaving the city. Come up with an intensive program for yourself every day, for example, look at city events (exhibitions, fairs, concerts). You can visit local museums, terrariums, wax houses, theaters, enjoy urban architecture, explore areas where you have never walked before. It’s time to visit a new restaurant or buy a ticket to a circus that has just arrived. In the end, in the city park you can read the desired book, which for a long time did not reach the hands.

6. Beach holidays in Russia

Russia can offer not only cultural holidays in historical places, but also active beach tourism. The resorts of Azov, the Baltic and Black Seas, the Krasnodar Territory attract tourists from all over the former USSR. Rest is available financially, and can also be saturated with a variety of excursions and entertainment. The best beaches, surrounded by natural landscape, are best viewed in the Crimea (Feodosia, Evpatoria and other cities of the South Coast) and in the Caucasus. Also, the resort area is Lake Seliger, the village of Nebug, the famous Sochi, Yeysk, Anapa and Gelendzhik.

5. Go on vacation in Bashkiria

Who would have thought that in this country you can fully relax and gain impressions, and yet “little Switzerland” really contains unique places, such as the Kapova cave, lakes (Kandrykul, Aslykul, Talkas), the Zilim river, the Nugush reservoir. Everyone advises to definitely visit the Akhunov menhirs, which will completely replace the expensive and tiring trip to the English Stonehenge.

4. Visa free European countries

Small European states that have opened a visa-free regime for residents of the post-Soviet space are gaining more and more popularity. This is Montenegro, and Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as amazing Serbia. Unique natural landscapes, mountains and seas, winding rivers, and at the same time a European level of service. Prices for tours to these countries are quite reasonable, which makes it possible to visit various historical sites and excursions. The language barrier in these countries is minimal – many people know Russian and English well. A comfortable climate for relaxation and a warm attitude towards guests will allow you to have a great rest, especially since a non-fatiguing flight from Moscow takes only 2,5-3 hours.

3. Journey through one of the countries of the former USSR

If you have already traveled all over Russia and want to change the situation, then other countries of the CIS and the post-Soviet space are open to you. Moreover, prices in them are not so dependent on fluctuations in foreign currency. We suggest you go to Abkhazia, Belarus, Georgia, Armenia, Kazakhstan or Azerbaijan. You can only travel to most countries with a Russian passport, and some require a foreign one, but without the need for a visa. Taste the unique national cuisine, admire the mountainous terrain and just take your breath away in an unfamiliar country.

2. Trips to the country, countryside or nature

Arrange yourself a rest in your own Prostokvashino. It is not at all necessary to equip the dacha for sowing and watering, harvesting. Of course, a little physical activity will strengthen the muscle corset and will benefit your body, but you should not abuse it. Go out of town just to breathe clean air, permeated with the aromas of hay or herbs. Arrange yourself a series of barbecues and other preparations on the fire. Gather medicinal herbs to add to fragrant tea in winter, go fishing productively, dry mushrooms for future use, swim in a river or a reservoir. And the possibility of eating fresh vegetables, fruits and berries from the garden will help the body restore metabolism, make up for the deficiency of vitamins and return a healthy glow.

1. Resorts of Turkey and Egypt

The famous “all inclusive” has been attracting our tourists for many years. It is very convenient when, without any visa, you can wave to the azure shores and well-groomed beaches, drink refreshing smoothies and fill your belly with local delicacies. At the same time, these resorts are rich in truly unique sights, such as Pamukkale, the Sphinx, the pyramids of Tunisia, etc. Travel agencies now and then throw out last-minute tours that allow you to relax affordable. Chocolate tan and complete nirvana make holidays in hot countries popular at all times.

Wherever you decide to relax, remember that a carefully planned program is the key to success. Make a list of activities and excursions that you would like to visit in advance, and try not to deviate from the planned plan in order to capture the maximum positive impressions.