January has become a popular holiday time due to the lengthy New Year holidays and vacations. There are many options where you can go in the first month of the year. You should take care of booking places in the hotel and ordering vouchers in advance, because the nicest places and profitable tours on the eve of the New Year will be snapped up. It should also be taken into account that prices in travel agencies will drop significantly from the second half of January, so postpone your trip if you have the opportunity.
Vacation on the sea is very popular in snowy January. Thousands of Russians tired of the cold go to sunbathe on the beaches of Bali, Malaysia, Thailand, India, the Seychelles and Maldives. Trips to Latin American countries are also in demand - to Cuba, Brazil, the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica. The beauty of nature, many art monuments, carnivals, shopping and other entertainment make them very attractive for tourists from different countries. The Canaries are very attractive in January. There at this time of the year there is no stifling heat, and the temperature is kept around + 20 ° C. In addition to spending time on the beach, in the Canary Islands you can go on entertaining excursions and look at the famous volcanoes. In Egypt, during this period, there is also no scorching heat. It is unlikely that you will be able to relax on the beach in January, but you can see all the sights of Luxor and the pyramids of Giza, which will leave you an unforgettable experience. In addition, a big plus of a trip to Egypt at this time of the year is its low cost. Cool in January and Israel. The temperature of this month ranges from +11 to + 18 ° C on average. However, the Dead Sea resorts are ideal for medical and recreational recreation - it is harmful for a not-too-healthy person to go to a hot resort from cold Russia. Excursion tours in January are very interesting. You can plunge into the atmosphere of New Year and Christmas in Scandinavian countries - Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Finland. The colorful culture of these places and the special festive atmosphere will bring a lot of pleasure to both adults and children. However, be sure to take care of warm clothes - winters in Scandinavia are freezing cold, and in the warmer countries of southern Europe - Portugal, Greece, Spain and Italy - there are also many sights to see. The light coolness of January will allow you to thoroughly examine them during leisurely walks. Ski resorts are also welcome in January. For true mountain lovers, Austria, France, Germany and Andorra are most suitable. These countries offer very comfortable conditions and high service, so you should book a hotel room in advance. You can ski in many other European countries - Poland, Czech Republic, Sweden, Norway and Finland. The latter is also attractive for its traditional Finnish saunas, which are so pleasant to warm up after skiing. Lovers of exotic in January should go to Kenya - this is the most successful month for watching local animals and birds. On a safari, you can see buffaloes, antelopes, giraffes, as well as lions and many other animals in their natural habitat. The Great Rift Valley in Kenya is one of the most unique places on Earth, formed by the shear of tectonic plates. On the shores of its lakes, you can admire the magnificent pink flamingos and pelicans.
