Romantic tours for two. Romantic getaway. The most famous attractions

St. Valentine's Day can be safely renamed “Marketer's Day,” as all companies are so fully prepared for it with promotions and special offers. Still, I like this holiday. Well, why not, of course, you don’t have to be in love only one day a year, but doing something nice for each other once again is an excellent reason. So, let’s support the general holiday excitement and publish an article with a selection of the most romantic places in the world.

We decided to do something non-trivial, so Paris and Venice will not be here. The routes that we offer, of course, are also tourist, but still less popular, because the best places for lovers are those where they can be alone with each other or at least not with a huge crowd of people, when someone pokes you periodically in the back of the head with a selfie stick.

Lake Garda, Italy

The largest lake in Italy, and one of the most beautiful, at least in Europe. It is surrounded on all sides by Alpine slopes, on which olive orchards alternate with lemon gardens, flower beds with vineyards, and the picturesque landscapes of the road along the lake give way to views of villages and towns on the coast.

Lake Garda

Of the towns, the best are Sirmione, Desenzano del Garda, Limone del Garda, Malcesine. Well, very close to the lake is the same Verona, the scene of the play “Romeo and Juliet”. In general, Garda is an excellent answer to the question “where to go on vacation for two.”

Lake Garda

Things to do on Lake Garda

• Ride a boat or speedboat on the lake;
• see the ruins of Arco Castle;
• drink local red wine in a coastal cafe in the town of Bardolino (the most popular wine of this region is made here);
• meet the sunset on the observation deck of the Scaliger Castle;
• climb Mount Monte Baldo (the lift is located in Malcesine).

Bruges, Belgium

One of the most beautiful mini-cities in Europe and an excellent alternative to the noisier and more touristy Venice (in fact, this Belgian city is sometimes called little Venice). Ancient buildings, canals across the city, quiet narrow streets, the smell of Belgian chocolate - this is all about Bruges.

Things to do in Bruges

• Drink Belgian beer in a street restaurant overlooking the canal;
• go up to the observation deck of the Historical Museum;
• listen to street musicians on the Grote Markt;
• take a boat trip along the canals of Bruges;
• stock up on Belgian chocolate.

Kazbegi, Georgia

Kazbegi is a mountainous region of Georgia and, according to the stories of numerous friends who have been there, one of the most beautiful places in this country. Incredible landscapes and even more incredible silence of the Caucasian peaks, mountain villages, ancient caves and monasteries. Kazbegi was included in our selection not only because of the views, but also because of the hotel.

When friends showed me photographs with views from its rooms, from the restaurant terrace, above which the Caucasian ridges stretch, this place was included in my must see list, and with the “romantic” tag, because objectively, there is little that can be cooler than breakfast for two on the terrace of this hotel, among the mountain silence and tranquility.

Church of the Holy Trinity, Kazbegi

Things to do in Kazbegi

• Climb to the Church of the Holy Trinity, near the village of Gergeti, there is a fantastic observation deck;
• take a horseback ride to the Sno gorge;
• do some tracking. The most popular route is from the village of Gergeti to the weather station on the way to the top of Mount Kazbek (very athletic people can reach the very top);
• drink Georgian wine while sitting on the terrace of the Rooms Hotel Kazbegi (you might think that I’m on board with this hotel, but no, this place is just really impressive and inspiring :)).

Here is an option where to go with your loved one if you are both active and crazy about the mountains.

Budapest, Hungary

Budapest has recently begun to gain popularity; for a long time, the Hungarian capital was, to put it mildly, not quite in the top tourist routes, and this is unfair, because Budapest is one of the most romantic cities in Europe.

View of the Danube and the Hungarian Parliament building, Budapest

The Danube, ancient fortresses and castles, the night lights of the Hungarian Parliament, one of the most beautiful buildings in the world - in general, some call Budapest the Paris of the East. Yes, there really is something in common in the atmosphere of these cities, but at the same time, the main city of Hungary is less hectic, not yet crowded with tourists and original.

Night Budapest

Things to do in Budapest

• Climb Mount Gellert and enjoy the views of the city;
• take a ride on a river bus along the Danube (it is advisable to choose a night trip, when the bridges and embankment are illuminated);
• visit the ancient Vajdahunyad castle;
• take a walk through the Fortress Quarter in the Buda area;
• relax in the Gellert open-air bath (there are 13 baths in the city, this is the most beautiful, but also the most popular).

Provence, France

From mid-June to early August (this is when lavender blooms), it is difficult to find a more romantic place in the world than the French region of Provence.

Lavender fields, Provence

Endless lavender fields stretching into the horizon, castles, small villages buried in flowers, mountain roads, lakes - this is not a complete list of what can be seen in Provence.

Here is the most photogenic route: from the coast towards the Verdon Gorge -> Lake Sainte-Croix -> village of Moutiers-Sainte-Marie -> Lavender fields along the roads D8 and D6 -> villages of Lacoste and Gordes -> Senanque Abbey -> Avignon.

Typical landscape of Provence

Things to do in Provence

• Go crazy with the sights and smells of lavender fields. Arrange a small picnic among them, take a bunch of photos together;
• stop in villages along the way and taste local wine (in France, a small amount of alcohol in the driver’s blood is allowed);
• visit the castle of the Marquis de Sade in the village of Lacoste;
• take a boat ride and swim in Lake Sainte-Croix;
• walk through the city streets and labyrinths of the Papal Palace in Avignon.

Provence in the summer is an ideal place where you can go on a honeymoon or just on vacation for two.

Northern Iceland

Untouched nature, the power of the elements, the feeling that you are alone on the edge of the Earth - despite its harsh beauty, Iceland, in our opinion, is an ideal place for a couple's holiday. Here, at the foot of the waterfall or among the desert landscapes, where as far as the eye can see, not a single living soul is visible, you begin to perceive in a new way the phrase “I will follow you to the ends of the Earth” :)

Godafos waterfall, Iceland

Going to Iceland as a “savage” is a risky business, so if you are not so experienced extreme travelers, then take a tour. There is the “Golden Ring” - a route through South Iceland, there is a route through the central part, and there is the so-called “Diamond Ring” - a road through the sights of Northern Iceland.

What is included in this route:

• Godafos Waterfall, also known as “Waterfall of the Gods,” is not the largest, but it is the most photogenic on the island;
• Namafjall hot springs;
• Dettifos waterfall. For a second, the deepest waterfall in Europe, you can imagine the level of noise of the water and the number of goosebumps on your body from the greatness you saw;
• rocks of the Asburgi canyon;

Isle of Skye, Scotland

Another “Edge of the World” in our selection. Rocks on which sea waves crash, deserted roads along acid-bright green fields, where a flock of sheep can be found much more often than any sign of human habitation.

Deserted landscape of Isle of Skye, Scotland

It seems that this is a place lost in time, and civilization has not penetrated here, but still, this only concerns nature, and the roads on the island and signs are quite suitable for a comfortable journey.

Lighthouse on Isle of Skye, Scotland

What to see on the Isle of Skye

• Old Man of Storr Cliffs;
• observation deck and gorge of the Diatomite Road;
• scenery along the road through Uig Bay;
• Dunvegan Castle;
• Neist Point Lighthouse, the westernmost point of the island. It offers spectacular views of the coastal cliffs and neighboring islands and is a great place for whale and dolphin watching.

Uluwatu Temple, Bali, Indonesia

Yes, this Indonesian island is practically the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to paradise on Earth. Bali is one of the most popular places in the world where you can spend a honeymoon, or a wedding ceremony, and where you can just come as a couple.

Uluwatu Temple, Bali (c) James Udall

There are beaches, jungles, temples, an incredibly beautiful ocean, but in our selection we decided to specify and recommend for a romantic trip the Uluwatu Temple, located on a cliff in lush green thickets and washed by the ocean.

Things to do at Uluwatu Temple

• Watch the traditional dance that is performed daily by local residents before sunset;
• communicate with the main inhabitants of this place - monkeys. Just don’t forget to get rid of everything valuable (jewelry, wallet, phone), otherwise these comrades will steal everything in an instant;
• watch the sunset over the ocean. They say this place has the most beautiful sunsets in the world.

Havana, Cuba

Havana is an ambiguous place from the series “everyone sees what they want to see”: some people notice the devastation and shabby buildings here, while others notice the crazy color of the Cubans, the brightness of the famous retro cars on the roads and the texture of the buildings. I belong to the latter, therefore, for me, Havana is one of the most romantic cities in the world. More precisely, not romantic, but passionate. Music in the streets, hot dark nights, waves of the Caribbean Sea and the positivity of the locals who smile no matter what.

Streets of Havana, Cuba

Things to do in Havana

• Walk along the streets of Old Havana (the area in the vicinity of the Bay), among the old Spanish-style mansions.
• visit the Castillo de Real Fuerza fortress;
• dance salsa on the Malecon promenade;
• stay up until dawn, drinking rum in one of the bars in Havana and listening to live music.

Kyoto, Japan

The best time to visit the ancient capital of Japan is in the spring (late March - early April), when the cherry blossoms are in bloom, or in early autumn, when the foliage of the trees in local parks turns bright red. In both of these periods, Kyoto can safely be called the most beautiful and most romantic city on the planet. You see with your eyes, you touch with your hands, but you can’t believe that all this beauty is real and is not high-quality computer graphics.

Kyoto

What to see in Kyoto

• Kiyomizudera Temple. It offers one of the most beautiful views of the city;
• Toei village is a park and at the same time a film set for films about samurai.
• Nijo is one of the largest castles in Japan;
• Shozan garden.

Vaadhoo Island, Maldives

In the second half of the year, from approximately July to November, on the Maldivian island of Vaadhoo (and, less often, on other islands of the archipelago), you can observe a phenomenon of cosmic beauty - the glow of the edge of the ocean along the coast.

Star Beach, Maldives

In fact, everything is quite prosaic - this is the glow of luminescent phytoplankton that lives in coastal waters, but when you see this unearthly picture at night, you forget about information from the field of biology and want to think that these are stars that have fallen from the sky. In general, it is difficult to imagine a more romantic setting; among all the possible ones that can be created on planet Earth, there is nothing superfluous - just the ocean, sand and stars at your feet.

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Do you feel that there is not enough romance in your life? Is the fire of love barely smoldering or, on the contrary, is it just flaring up and needs additional “fuel”? Do you want peace and quiet of a romantic retreat? In these, as in many other similar cases, our country hotel-club in Peredelkino is what you need! We will not argue that a romantic vacation cannot be organized in Moscow. In the end, everyone has their own ideas about romance, but outside the city you don’t need to look for it specifically - here it is especially felt. Everywhere you look there is unique beauty, setting you up for a romantic getaway.

An unforgettable romantic getaway for two

What could be more pleasant than watching the sunrise or watching the sunset together? Watch the movements of the stars across the sky, listen to the rustling of leaves or the creaking of frosty snow underfoot? And then sit down with a glass of wine by the blazing fireplace or on the open terrace (in summer), and under the crackling of flaming logs or the song of crickets, looking into the eyes of your other half, read your deepest desires in them. Or maybe you want to steam in a hot sauna or enjoy the humid air of a hammam - a romantic holiday can be different, we provide a lot of opportunities for organizing it.

Escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the privacy of our country club

Here you will find new, well-renovated rooms, cleanliness and the comfort of a truly homely environment. A romantic getaway is priceless, but our rooms have their own price. On weekdays it is lower and ranges from 2800 rubles for two. Being a decent establishment, we do not rent out rooms by the hour, focusing on organizing premium class holidays at affordable prices.

Room "COMFORT"

from 3500 g

Your romantic getaway away from prying eyes, but under supervision!

The territory of our country club is located behind a high fence that prevents access to outsiders. The car can be left in the internal parking lot. The entire perimeter is closely monitored by video surveillance. We guarantee a feeling of safety, comfort and security.

What's a romantic getaway without a great dinner?

The chefs of our restaurant will prepare you any dish from our menu using the freshest products from the farmers' market. You will also be pleased with its prices, which are very affordable. Beautiful ladies will not have to worry about their figure, because our menu includes many dietary dishes. In addition, after dinner you can always burn some calories by walking around the club grounds or even jogging around it, and then take a steam bath in the sauna.

Dinner for two

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Special offer for lovers

Do you want to have a truly romantic getaway while enjoying a beautiful view? Nothing could be easier - book a Suite with a terrace and have the best evening of your life. And we will certainly help you with this!

Luxury Room with Terrace

from 7950 g

According to your order we can:

• Decorate the room with flowers and candles.
• Cover the bed with rose petals. This may seem trivial to some, but try it at least once, and you will be surprised how effective such a solution will be.
• Serve breakfast in your room;
• Organize a secluded festive dinner by candlelight in the fireplace room or on the veranda in the summer.
• Organize a visit to the hammam with aromatic oils.

Country club-hotel in Peredelkino is always a wonderful romantic getaway!

Forget about the busy world and relax on an all-inclusive basis: having paid for your accommodation at the base once, focus on a romantic weekend. The “all inclusive” system includes free meals, a separate barbecue area, sports equipment, two guarded parking lots, Internet access, the opportunity to visit the gym and sports halls, play billiards and much more.

But what is a romantic holiday in the Moscow region for two without romance? Vacationers have at their disposal a huge territory of the base, where it is easy to retire and find interesting things to do.relax, take a walk in the pine forest, have a picnic. You can go fishing in the pond, swim in the river, or laze on the beach.

A great holiday option for newlyweds is a romantic horseback ride. Instructors will help you learn the basics of horse riding, and you will independently ride around the base and enjoy a secluded walk. In winter, everyone can enjoy exciting horse-drawn sleigh rides.

Do you want to surprise your other half? We organize a romantic dinner by candlelight. Do you want to live in a tent in a clearing or on the river bank? And rose petals and a sea of ​​flowers in the room? We will fulfill your every wish and make a romantic holiday in the Moscow region unforgettable for two.

Weekend holiday for two in VKS-Country

You can come to the base for the weekend - renting a house or bungalow for two. Married couples also need a break: from children, everyday worries, work issues. Two days in VKS-Country will be the best solution.

You can steam yourself with a broom in a bathhouse, sauna, or barbecue outdoors. A continuation of the romantic holiday for two will be a night fire with songs and contemplation of the stars, which shine in a special way in the Moscow region. You can have a blast and go to a bar, karaoke or disco hall to dance.

If you prefer active recreation, play on the volleyball or basketball court, or go horseback riding. Those who like leisurely walks can walk around the territory of the base - visit a farm, an apiary, a stable, wander through the forest, go to the river.

A romantic getaway in the Moscow region for two is an ideal option to spend a weekend with your loved one.

Russia is a country in two parts of the world, a state whose territory covers the sandy Baltic spit and the rocky islands of Chukotka, stretches from the northern Arctic latitudes to the subtropics. Russia has unimaginable wealth - cultural and historical heritage, protected forests and untouched spaces. The elegant streets of St. Petersburg and the architectural monuments of Kaliningrad compete with the architecture of ancient cities - multi-domed churches and merchant houses, and the beaches of the Black Sea coast compete with the northern forests of Karelia and the ridges of the Ural Mountains.

Geography

Russia is the largest country on our planet by area, occupying 17.1 million square kilometers. The state is located in Eurasia and covers both parts of the continent. About a third of Russia's territory is located in Eastern Europe, and the rest belongs to northern Asia. The Russian shores are washed by the waters of 12 seas belonging to the basins of the Arctic, Atlantic and Pacific oceans, and by the waters of the closed Caspian Sea.

Russia lies on large platforms, so its topography is predominantly flat. In the west of the country stretches the undulating Central Russian Plain, separated by the ridge of the Ural Mountains from the Siberian Plateau. In the south of Russia there are the Caucasus mountain systems with the highest point of the country - Mount Elbrus, Sayan and Altai. In the Far East, the peaks of extinct and active volcanoes soar upward.

There are about 2.5 million rivers and 3 million lakes in Russia. Most rivers are flat in nature, but there are also turbulent mountain rivers in Russia with rocky, rapids beds. The country's largest rivers are the Ob, Lena, Irtysh, Yenisei and Volga. The lake region of Russia is Karelia, where the largest lakes in Europe are located - Ladoga and Onega; in Eastern Siberia there is the deepest lake on the planet - Baikal.

The flora of Russia is a velvet of mosses and lichens in the taiga tundra, coniferous forests encircling the glacial lakes of Karelia, oak forests and birch groves, feather grass and fescue steppes, broad-leaved Far Eastern forests, subtropical flora on the Black Sea coast. Nature protection zones have been created in Russia, there are 42 national parks and 71 nature reserves.

Climate

The territory of Russia covers several climatic zones: Arctic and subarctic on the shores of the Arctic Ocean and in the northern regions, temperate, subtropical on the Black Sea coast. However, most of the country is characterized by a climate of temperate latitudes: continental, temperate continental, sharply continental and monsoon in the Far East.

In general, Russia has a long, snowy and cold winter. Depending on the region, average January temperatures range from 6 to −50 °C. Summer in most of Russia is moderately warm with an average temperature from 1 °C in the northern regions to 25 °C on the Black Sea coast.

Time

The territory of Russia covers 11 time zones:

Kaliningrad time - MSK−1 (UTC+2)
Moscow time - MSK (UTC+3)
Samara time - MSK+1 (UTC+4)
Ekaterinburg time - MSK+2 (UTC+5)
Omsk time - MSK+3 (UTC+6)
Krasnoyarsk time - MSK+4 (UTC+7)
Irkutsk time - MSK+5 (UTC+8)
Yakut time - MSK+6 (UTC+9)
Vladivostok time - MSK+7 (UTC+10)
Central Kolyma time - MSK+8 (UTC+11)
Kamchatka time - MSK+9 (UTC+12)

Language

Official language of Russia: Russian. Subjects of the Russian Federation have the right to establish state and official languages ​​used on an equal basis with Russian. The most common foreign languages ​​in Russia are Ukrainian, Belarusian and German. English is widely used in business and tourism, as a means of international communication, mainly in large cities.

Population

The population of Russia is 142 million people. About 80% of the population are Russians. In total, representatives of more than 200 nationalities and nationalities live in the country.

Currency

Official currency: ruble (RUB).

Customs regulations

Undeclared import and export of currency is limited to an amount equivalent to 10,000USD. Duty-free import of goods for personal consumption is limited - alcohol and cigarettes: a liter of alcohol, up to 50 cigars or cigarillos, or 200 cigarettes, or 250 grams of tobacco, as well as goods and things for personal use: clothing, toiletries, jewelry, photographic and film equipment .

Jewelry, artistic and cultural values, works of art, psychotropic and potent medicinal substances, ammunition and weapons are subject to mandatory declaration.

Connection

In Russia, cellular communication services are provided by more than a hundred operators, the largest of which are the so-called “Big Three” - mobile operators MTS, Megafon and Beeline. The remaining companies have a significantly smaller number of clients and provide services in certain regions. SIM cards from the Big Three operators can be purchased everywhere - in stores, mobile phone stores, and post offices.

Russia's telephone code is +7.

To call Russia on a mobile phone, dial +7-subscriber number***

Mains voltage

Mains voltage 220 volts.

Tourism

Russia has opportunities for any type of tourism. The rich historical heritage has served to create excursion routes and educational tours, the long Black Sea coast is a traditional region of beach and active recreation, and ski resorts in Russia are rapidly developing. One of the main types of tourism in the country is health tourism. Over the centuries, a system of resort treatment has been developing in Russia - sanatoriums and spa hotels operate on sources of mineral waters, healing mud, and in places with a favorable climate.

Traditions/peculiarities. Russia has preserved many customs and traditions that go back centuries. Every spring, in large cities and very small settlements they say goodbye to winter on a grand scale - they bake pancakes and burn a straw effigy of Maslenitsa, in the summer in villages they celebrate Ivan Kupala Day, and the main winter holiday is New Year.

One of the main features of the Russian people was and remains hospitality, which is most manifested in the feast. A traditional Russian meal includes first, second and third courses - soups and stews, baked poultry or meat, all kinds of baked goods - pies and pies. Dishes of national cuisine are presented in all their richness in restaurants. Daily cabbage soup, roast, sbitni and tinctures are served in the best establishments.

Safety

The safety of tourists in Russia is ensured by the forces of law and order. Since June 2014, tourist police units began operating in a number of regions, patrolling busy pedestrian streets, squares and parks.

In general, Russia is a safe country for tourists. However, to prevent unpleasant incidents, you should adhere to standard safety rules - do not leave personal belongings unattended, do not carry a wallet in the back pocket of your trousers or in an easily accessible place, beware of deserted and unlit places in the dark, do not use the services of unofficial taxi drivers, do not change currency at individuals.

Documentation

The list of documents required during vacation includes:

• Russian passport
• travel package or voucher
• health insurance policy
• if you plan to rent a car you must have a driver's license

If a tourist will relax in a sanatorium-resort institution and receive medical procedures, then a sanatorium-resort book is required, which can be obtained from a general practitioner.

Children accompanied by adults must have a birth certificate or passport, medical insurance.

Important phone numbers

Emergency numbers in Russia:

• Fire Service - 01
• Police - 02
• Ambulance - 03
• Unified 24/7 helpline when calling from a mobile phone – 112

Tourism

The choice of tourist destinations in Russia is wider than anywhere else. The peculiarities of the geographical location and historical development have allowed the formation of resort regions in the country, which are characterized by one or another type of recreation.

Beach holiday. There are many resorts in Russia offering a comfortable holiday on the sea coast. The traditional region of beach tourism in our country is the Krasnodar Territory. It is here that the summer capital of Russia is located - Sochi, the famous resorts of Anapa, Gelendzhik, Tuapse, Adler, and the Yeisk resort, located on the coast of the Azov Sea.

Beach holidays are offered by Crimean resorts. Sanatoriums, resort hotels, private and city beaches stretch along the entire coast of the peninsula. The main destinations are Alushta, Evpatoria, Kerch, Koktebel, Saki, Sevastopol, Sudak, Feodosia, Yalta, the villages of Kurortnoye, Nikolaevka, Peschanoe and Shchelkino.

Sanatorium treatment carried out in almost all regions of Russia. Sanatoriums, resorts and medical centers operate at sources of mineral waters, medicinal mud, and in places with favorable climatic conditions. The most famous balneological resorts in the country are Essentuki, Zheleznovodsk, Kislovodsk and Pyatigorsk.

Rich traditions of using natural factors have been formed in the Crimea, especially in Saki and Yevpatoria, where the first mud resorts opened. Sanatorium-resort treatment is carried out on the coast of the Krasnodar region, in the Moscow, Ryazan, Kostroma, Ivanovo, Tver and Tula regions, in the Urals. In the northern and northwestern regions of the country there are medical resorts Marcial Waters, Sestroretsk, Svetlogorsk and Zelenogradsk; the largest resort in Siberia is Belokurikha.

Excursion tours in Moscow, the Golden Ring of Russia, Pskov, Uglich, Veliky Novgorod, Vologda and Nizhny Novgorod allow travelers to get acquainted with the historical heritage of ancient Russian cities - ancient temples with gilded domes, ancient fortresses and castles, city mansions and merchant houses. Dozens of excursion routes run through the territory of Kazan, St. Petersburg and its environs - Peterhof, Lomonosov and Kronstadt. Educational tourism in Crimea involves visiting royal palaces, nature reserves and cave cities.

Ski tourism in Russia is experiencing rapid growth. The country has large mountain ranges and modern ski resorts. In the Krasnodar Territory, on the slopes of the Main Caucasus Range, the Krasnaya Polyana resort is located. The level of service and modern infrastructure of Krasnaya Polyana during the Winter Olympic Games were appreciated by tourists and athletes from all over the world. The resort has the most modern equipment, pistes of various levels with a total length of 72 km, ski villages with comfortable hotels.

Among the high-mountainous resorts of Russia, ski holidays are offered by the Dombay and Elbrus region complexes, Abzakovo-Bannoye in the Urals. Each of the resorts has the necessary infrastructure and comfortable accommodation conditions.

Weekend tours. The most popular destinations for a weekend getaway are the cities of the Moscow region and the outskirts of large cities in different regions of the country. Short stay programs are offered by tourist centers, sanatoriums, spa hotels and hotels.

Children's holiday. Traditionally, summer health camps for children are located on the Black Sea coast of the Krasnodar Territory - in Anapa, Gelendzhik, Tuapse and Sochi, in Crimea - in the resorts of Evpatoria and Yalta, in the village of Peschanoye. Children's sanatoriums and camps are available in different regions of the country - Moscow, Kaluga, Leningrad and Rostov regions.

Leisure. There are many places in Russia where you can indulge in sports, active pastimes, and extreme tourism. Baikal attracts not only with its natural beauty, but also with the possibility of hiking, scuba diving, hunting and fishing, ATV riding, cycling and horseback riding.

In the warm season, trekking, horseback riding, and rafting on mountain rivers are organized for tourists at the resorts of the Altai Mountains, Dombay and Krasnaya Polyana. In Crimea there are opportunities for mountaineering and hang gliding, mountain climbing, trekking, horseback riding, diving, and sea fishing. Active recreational activities in the north include sleigh rides, dog sledding and reindeer sledding. Conditions for active activities - hunting, fishing, hiking, cycling and horse riding - are available in Central Russia.

Visa

To visit the Russian Federation, citizens of most countries require a national visa. Visa-free entry for a period not exceeding 90 days is allowed to citizens of the CIS countries (except Turkmenistan), Abkhazia and South Ossetia, a number of South American countries, and a number of Balkan countries.

The basis for obtaining a Russian visa for foreign tourists is an Invitation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation or from a travel company that is included in the Federal Register of Tour Operators, which gives it the right to provide visa support to foreigners.

The most famous attractions

• The Moscow Kremlin is the oldest territory of the capital, with an area of ​​27.5 hectares. In 1367 The Kremlin was surrounded by a brick wall. On the territory there are the Arkhangelsk, Annunciation, Assumption Cathedrals, the Chamber of Facets, the Senate, the Terem Palace, the Tsar Bell, the Tsar Cannon.
• The Tretyakov Gallery was founded in 1856. This is the largest museum in the world, where unique paintings by masters of the 10th-20th centuries are collected.

• The Hermitage is the largest museum in the world, founded by Catherine the Great in the 18th century. The museum exhibits paintings by world-famous artists. In total, more than 3 million valuables are exhibited on the territory of the museum.
• St. Isaac's Cathedral was built in the 19th century by O. Montferrand - an outstanding monument of St. Petersburg. Both its external architecture and interior decoration are impressive, in which all types of art are presented - mosaics, painting, sculpture. The main iconostasis is decorated with lapis lazuli and malachite columns.
• Tsarskoe Selo is a nature reserve in Pushkino, includes a large park and architectural ensemble of the 18th-19th centuries, the country residence of the emperors. The museum is located on 107 hectares and consists of the Catherine Park, the Old Garden, the English Park, the Catherine Palace, the Memorial Museum, the Hermitage Pavilion, etc.
• Peter and Paul Fortress - located on Hare Island, the oldest monument in St. Petersburg. Within the boundaries of the museum there is the Commandant's House, the city museum, the Grand Ducal Tomb, Botny, the Engineering House, prison buildings, bastions, and the Peter and Paul Cathedral.
• The Russian Museum was opened in 1895 by Nicholas II. Within the walls of the building there is a rich exhibition of artistic treasures and a restoration center.
• Yusupov Palace is a beautiful architectural monument of the 18th-19th century. Guests of the palace were Queen Elizabeth II of England, the King of Greece, the Queen of Norway and other dignitaries. The building was built by I. Monighetti, J.B. Valen-Delamont, the Shuvalovs, Branitskys, Yusupovs lived in it.
• The palace and park ensemble of Peterhof is a beautiful monument located not far from St. Petersburg, founded in the 18th century. The territory includes the Lower and Upper parks, the Grand Palace, the largest system of fountains, water cascades, elegant sculptural compositions, and bas-reliefs.

• Pshadsky waterfall is a unique natural structure. Located on the river. Pshada consists of a whole cascade of small waterfalls.
• The ruins of the old city of Gorgypia show ancient ruins from the 4th century BC. The ancient foundations and cobbled streets have been preserved here. On the territory there is a large archaeological museum, where you can see the crypt of Hercules, monuments to Mother Mary, and the “Russian Gate” - the remains of a Turkish fortress.
• The city's local history museum is located in the Shchetnev gymnasium. Visitors are offered an interesting exhibition about the fauna, flora of Anapa, and the history of the Bosporan kingdom.

• The Arboretum is the largest botanical park, a kind of open-air museum. The park presents unique examples of the flora of the Western Caucasus, as well as many southern states located closer to the equator.
• Vorontsov caves are the largest underground agglomeration with a height difference of 240m. Some cavities are filled with water, and narrow passages sometimes make it difficult to navigate. In some sections of the caves there are ancient sites of primitive people.
• Sochi Art Museum is a major art center. The building displays paintings by Polenov, Aivazovsky, Shishkin, and exhibitions of contemporary masters are regularly held.

• Swallow's Nest is a famous historical and architectural monument located on the Aurora rock, rising 40 meters above the sea. The building is made in the style of a medieval knight's palace. The palace acquired its current appearance thanks to Baron Steingel.
• The Vorontsov Palace is located in Alupka, built from diabase, and there is a beautiful park in the adjacent territory. The style of the palace combines English and neo-Mauritanian styles.
• Livadia Palace is the imperial residence. The castle was built in the Italian light style in the 19th century. It is considered the most luxurious palace in Crimea and is the venue for the Yalta Conference.
• Mount Ai-Petri is located on a plateau and has a flat top. The height is 1234 m. The mountain is considered a symbol of the southern coast of Crimea.
• Nikitsky Botanical Garden is a research institution working in the field of botany and fruit growing. There are several parks here - Montedor, Primorsky, Verkhniy, which contain a rich collection of plants brought from all over the world. This is the oldest botanical park in the world, which has interesting architectural structures.
• Masandra Palace is a beautiful architectural structure that served as the residence of Alexander the Third. The building was rebuilt in the 19th century in the style of French medieval castles. In the surrounding area there is a magnificent park, which features more than 250 species of shrubs and trees.
• House A.P. Chekhov is a memorial museum opened in honor of the writer in Yalta. The house has preserved all the furnishings of those times; Chekhov readings with the participation of foreign guests are often held there, and excursions are held.

Gurzuf

• House of Richelieu - erected in 1811 by the Duke of Richelieu in the form of a two-story stone building in European style. The Duke rarely came here on vacation, and more often provided the estate to his acquaintances. Pushkin, the Raevskys and other well-known personalities were here.
• Korovin's dacha is the home of an outstanding painter who worked in Gurzuf for a long time. A beautiful building with clear geometric proportions in the constructivist style.
• The watchtower is located on Cape Suuk-Su; it existed in the 6th century, when Byzantine legionnaires came to the land. The monument is often called the Tower of Geria or the Eagle's Nest.

• Admiralty Cathedral in honor of St. Vladimir is located on the Central Hill and is considered the greatest Orthodox monument of the 19th century. The building has one massive dome, emphasizing the Byzantine architecture of the 9th-11th centuries. Instead of icons, there are marble slabs in the interior halls.
• Malakhov Kurgan is a grandiose monument, where there is a 19th century Defense Tower, a museum of the Heroic Defense and Liberation of the City, memorial plaques made of cast iron, cannons, and a beautiful park.
• Chersonesos is the oldest monument of Sevastopol, the ruins of an ancient Greek town of the ancient era, in which Vladimir of Kiev adopted Christianity.
• The Military History Museum in honor of the Black Sea Fleet is considered the oldest of its kind in the world. It opened in 1869, is located in a beautiful building, and presents a valuable exhibition dedicated to the morals and life of the Russian fleet from the tsarist era to the present day.
• The Genoese fortress with the interesting name Chembalo is located at a height above Balaklava Bay. Founded in 1357, it has defensive walls.

• Mangup is a cave city of medieval Crimea. There are numerous caves preserved here, carved into the rock along the entire perimeter of the plateau.
• The temple to the three horsemen is carved into a huge boulder. In the inner hall there is a fresco painting preserved from antiquity.
• Bakhchisarai Palace is a beautiful architectural structure that was previously the residence of the Crimean khans. The building is considered the only surviving monument of Crimean Tatar architecture. The Palace houses a museum of culture and history and an exhibition of weapons.

• The arboretum is a unique natural reserve located on rocky clay soil. Here is a rich collection of plants and shrubs, many of which are rare on the planet.
• Saki Resort Park was founded in 1890 by Melnichenko P.S. On the territory there are beautiful fountains, three lakes, and diverse vegetation.
• The Belyaus settlement was discovered in the 20th century and existed in the 4th-2nd centuries. BC. The monument is located on the Tarkhankun Peninsula.
• The excavations of Kerkinida, opened in 1964, prove the existence of Greek colonists on the site of the modern city. 30 burials were discovered on the territory.
• Kizyary are the oldest underground passages located under the old city. Tunnels carved into yellow shell rock are considered an important value of Evpatoria.

• The Genoese fortress is the oldest monument of the city with beautiful, strict medieval architecture. Today here you can see the Watchtower, a mosque, the residence of the Genoese consul, and the gates of the fortress.
• Church of the Intercession Ave. The Virgin Mary is the first architectural monument of the Russian era, which began after the annexation of Crimea. The building was built in the style of Russian classicism; the foundation stone took place in 1819 on September 20, as stated on the memorial plaque.

New World

• The Golitsyn trail begins at the green bay on the northern side of Khoba Kaya and leads to a natural grotto formed by sea waves in massive rocks.
• Chaliapin's Grotto is a small concert hall with excellent acoustics. The grotto reaches a height of 30 meters; in its depths there is a stage for musicians, and behind it a small compartment for Golitsin’s wines with preserved stone arches.

Suzdal

• The Kremlin is the oldest part of the city. On the territory there are the Nativity Cathedral, the Bell Tower, St. Nicholas, Assumption Churches, and the Bishop's Chambers. In the 11th century, the Kremlin was surrounded by an earthen rampart lined with clay.
• The Museum of Architecture is located on the site of the 11th century Dmitrievsky Monastery. The museum's collection includes outbuildings and household items of Russian peasants.

• The horse yard is located in an 18th century building in the city center. The exhibition consists of folk crafts - embroidery, carvings, wood painting, clothing.
• The Chernigov monastery is a cave monastery that was founded in 1844. Today it is a functioning complex where you can visit the caves on excursions.
• Sergievo Posad Lavra is the largest monastery, founded by S. Radonezh in 1337. A place revered by Orthodox Christians, a spiritual center with a rich library of ancient books.

• Detinets or the Kremlin was founded by Yaroslavl. First mentioned in 1044 in chronicles. The tallest tower of Detinets Kokuy, built in the 18th century.
• Hagia Sophia is a grandiose building of the century. The cathedral was built by Yaroslav the Wise as a temple for the entire city. Great bishops, princes, and mayors of the city found peace in its galleries.

• The Assumption Cathedral is the most important church in the city, included in all excursions around Vladimir. The cathedral was founded in the 12th century by Andrey Bogolyubsky to later become the main temple of the state.
• The Golden Gate was built in the 12th century. The building has rich decoration and was previously used for ceremonial entrances into the city.
• Vladimir Central is a famous prison built by order of Catherine II. At one time, Frunze, Powers, and Zoya Fedorova were kept there. Since 1996 it has been a museum open to visitors.

• Museum of the Transfiguration Monastery Complex. The architectural ensemble was built in the 12th century and is considered the largest of its kind. In the 16th century, the state treasury was located here; in 1612, the Headquarters of Pozharsky and Minin were located in the monastery.
• The Church of Proka Ilya was founded in the 17th century on the site of wooden churches at the expense of the Skripin merchants. The building is decorated with five green onion domes, covered galleries, a bell tower, and the Rispolozhensky Limit.

Uglich

• The Kremlin was founded in the 15th century by Andrei the Bolshoi. The structure was surrounded by a high wall with two passages and nine blind defensive towers. Today here you can see the chambers that belonged to Tsarevich Dmitry.
• The Church of Demetrius on the Spilled Blood was erected in 1692 on the site where the prince died. The building is painted red, the domes are blue with white ornaments, and the interior has rich paintings from the 18th century.

Pereslavl-Zalessky

• Goritsky Monastery is a large architectural and historical museum. The exhibition consists of furniture, church utensils, a collection of ancient icons, paintings by Shishkin, Benois, a valuable library of ancient books and a collection of wooden sculptures.
• The Museum "Boat of Peter the Great" is the oldest building. The museum is notable for the fact that Peter the Great built an amusing flotilla here on Lake Pleshcheyevo. Today you can see the monument to the Tsar, the Botny House, the gatehouse, the Triumphal Gate, and the White Palace.

Rostov

• The Borisoglebsky monastery complex was built on a hill surrounded by the bed of the Ustye river in 1363 during the reign of Dmitry Donskoy with the blessing of S. Radonezh. It was he who indicated the place where the temple should stand.
• The Kremlin is the main attraction of the city with the Assumption Cathedral, five temples, and powerful walls. Previously, the Kremlin was the bishop's residence.

Kostroma

• The Ipatiev Monastery is the greatest monument of Orthodox culture, erected in the 13th century. At the site of construction, Mikhail Romanov was elected to reign, so it is often called the cradle of the Romanov family.
• The fire tower is a beautiful monument of Russian classicism, located on Susaninskaya Square. The building has the appearance of a temple from ancient times, complemented by a portico of columns and a pediment.

• The Vvedensky monastery complex was founded in the 19th century at the expense of Derbenev according to the original design of Begen P. Patriarch Tikhon served in the temple. In its halls are the relics of Blessed Alexy of Elnatsky, St. Basil of Kineshma and 168 other saints.
• Bubnov Museum. The house was built in 1860 for a merchant family and is located on the site of a city estate. The building has survived to this day and is open for tours.

• Lermontov places are Pyatigorsk Boulevard, Lermontov Baths, Lermontov's House, Elizavetinsky Spring in Pyatigorsk, Mount Ring and other places associated with the life of the poet in the Caucasus.
• The Castle of Cunning and Love is located in Kislovodsk - a natural monument made of rocks, in the outlines of which mournful faces can be discerned. The castle is located near the river gorge. Alikonovka.

• The Wrangel Tower is a grandiose historical structure, the thickness of the walls and ceilings is three meters. In the 20th century, the building ceased to be used as a fortification; today there are warehouses and wholesale stores here.
• The Brandenburg Gate is a beautiful historical monument and the only gate of the city that is still used for its intended purpose today. The building was erected in 1657.
• The Cathedral is a beautiful architectural monument, a symbol of the city. Built in the Baltic Gothic style and is one of the rare examples of the Gothic style in Russia.

• The Buryat village is located in Olkhon. This is a colorful open-air museum, by visiting which you can get acquainted with the life and culture of the Buryats.
• The pillars of Huukhein-Khad are a particularly sacred place located in the Shumak Valley. According to legend, you can see your future here.
• Ivolginsky datsan is an important Buddhist monument. The incorrupt body of Khambo Lama Itigelov, who passed into nirvana in 1927, rests in a beautiful, colorful temple.

• The Valley of Geysers is the largest natural monument discovered in the 20th century. There are 22 geysers and numerous pulsating springs, mud pots, and colored lakes with bubbling water.
• The Klyuchevsky volcano group unites 12 volcanoes located on an area of ​​7 thousand m². The largest and highest volcano on the continent, Klyuchevskaya Sopka, is located here.

Transport component

Russia's transport system includes air, rail, sea and road communications.

Air transport. There are 236 airports in Russia, more than 70 of them have international status. The country's largest airports are Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo and Vnukovo in Moscow, Pulkovo Airport in St. Petersburg, Koltsovo in Yekaterinburg and Adler in Sochi. Moscow airports are connected to the capital by high-speed Aeroexpress trains. Russian air carriers operate domestic and international flights.

Russian railways serve more than 124,000 km of tracks. Large cities have passenger stations, and small towns have railway stations. Long-distance trains run between cities, and commuter electric trains also operate. The Trans-Siberian railway line runs through the entire country, connecting Moscow and Vladivostok. You can view the schedule of long-distance trains and commuter trains and purchase a ticket on the Russian Railways website http://pass.rzd.ru

The total length of Russian highways is 1,000,000 km.

By sea transport Intercity and international passenger transportation is carried out. Marine terminals operate in Sochi, St. Petersburg, Murmansk and Nakhodka.

Navigation is carried out along rivers and canals. The length of river routes is 200,000 km.

Metro available in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan, Samara, Yekaterinburg and Novosibirsk. In each of the above cities, the metro has its own characteristics - for example, the capital has the most developed metro network, and the Novosibirsk metro has only 12 stations.

Ground transport in Russian cities These are buses, trolleybuses, tram lines and minibuses. The most convenient and accessible way to travel around cities is by buses and minibuses. Every relatively large city has bus terminals or bus stations connected by direct flights to regional centers.

Taxi and car rental. There are official and unofficial taxi drivers in Russian cities; it is not recommended to use the services of the latter due to the high risk of being deceived or paying an inflated tariff. Dispatch desks of official taxi companies are usually located in the arrival halls of airports, train stations and bus stations.

If you have a driver's license and at least one year of driving experience, you can rent a car. This service is offered by both large international companies Sixt, AVIS and Europcar, as well as small private companies. In most companies, the rental service with return in another city is limited to a small number of settlements or is not provided at all.

Traveling together is a great opportunity not only to see the world, but also to become closer. For those couples who have traveled to many places or, on the contrary, are just looking at countries for their first trip, we have compiled a selection of romantic spots for every taste. Perhaps in it you will see what you have been looking for for a long time.

If this is your first time: Fes, Morocco

Traveling with your lover for the first time? Then you need to approach the choice of direction very carefully so that this trip marks the beginning of a good tradition. Fortunately, there are places on Earth where negative emotions simply dissolve into thin air, so lovers are not afraid of any stress. One of these places is the ancient Moroccan Fes. In the old part of the city, the Medina, which is surrounded by a medieval wall, you can pick up all sorts of spices, many of which are considered aphrodisiacs, for romantic meals or local crafts to decorate your home. Be sure to check out the recently restored Bu-Inaniya madrasah, which was founded in 1350. Non-Muslims are allowed here, which is very rare in Morocco. And for lovers of bright colors, we recommend taking a walk to the Shuar dyehouses: the roofs with multi-colored dyeing vats resemble honeycombs and remain in the memory for a long time. Having visited this city, you can’t help but fall in love with it.

An air ticket from Moscow to Fez and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 33.4 thousand rubles. *

If you're drawn to nature: Big Sky, Montana

For those who want to lose themselves in nature, we recommend heading to the Big Sky Resort in Montana and visiting Yellowstone National Park. Here you can spend hours enjoying the amazing landscapes, and also meet bison, bighorn sheep and even a bear. In winter, it’s worth taking a chance and joining a dog sled expedition, and in summer, try rafting in the Gallatin Canyon. And as a place to live for lovers, you can try glamping, or glamorous camping, which will allow you to enjoy the world around you without leaving civilization. Conservatives will be able to stay at a ranch or hotel near the park.

An air ticket from Moscow to Bozeman and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 74 thousand rubles. From there it is 58 km to the resort.

If you love sports: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Rio has something for everyone who craves adrenaline. Football, stand-up paddle boarding, hang gliding, outdoor exercise equipment and even footvolley (a hybrid of beach volleyball and football) are just a few of the options to choose from. And here there is a place perfect for dates - Lovers' Beach (Praia dos Amores), where you can relax all day long in natural lagoons with warm water. If you like active recreation, you can sign up with the locals for a football match or a siterunning group, which is a mixture of an excursion and sports training.

An air ticket from Moscow to Rio de Janeiro and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 78 thousand rubles.

If you are traveling with children: Saint Lucia

Gros Islete is the ideal place if you and your lover decide to take your children on a trip. Little ones will surely enjoy the local beaches and activities in the children's clubs, which can be found in abundance in the local hotels. And you and your whole family can conquer the rope park. With older children, you can get up close and personal with the bizarre sea creatures while snorkeling in Rodney Bay. In addition, in the children's club you can leave your child with the animators for a while, while you have a date at the Torailje waterfall or take a mud bath in the sulfur springs.

An air ticket from Moscow to the islands of Saint Lucia and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 70 thousand rubles.

If you're looking for a party: Sitges, Spain

For lovers of unlimited fun, a trip to Sitges is perfect. Just 40 minutes from Barcelona and you'll find yourself in the city of never-ending parties. People dance here in bars and by the pools, and they constantly organize parties. So, in February there is a carnival, in August there is a festa major, in October there is a film festival. If you don’t want to rock the dance floor all day long, come here in the low season – for example, late autumn. The sun, old mansions and deserted beaches where you can walk hand in hand will be your reward.

An air ticket from Moscow to Barcelona and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 18 thousand rubles.

If you want romance on a budget: Brasov, Romania

Brasov seems to be made for long romantic walks along fabulous cobbled streets with colorful shop windows and cozy shady alleys. It’s so pleasant and peaceful here to sit in a cafe over a delicious and, what’s nice, inexpensive cup of coffee with soft pastries! After visiting the Gothic Black Church, which preserves memories of the fire of 1689, you can take a cable car to the top of Tampa Mountain, where a stunning panoramic view awaits you. It’s also worth taking the time to travel 30 km to Bran, where the famous Dracula’s castle is located. Its gloomy corridors with ghosts of past eras will help you appreciate the beauty of life in a new way.

An air ticket from Moscow to Bucharest and back per person in February-March 2016 costs from 16 thousand rubles. From there it is a 3 hour drive to Brasov.

If there are not enough general photos: Seoul, South Korea

If you want to take more photos together, Seoul is ideal. Here you can take a photo with your significant other at the top of the TV tower. There is an open terrace with comfortable benches in the shape of hearts specially equipped for lovers. And on the local Wall of Love you will find numerous locks of different shapes and sizes, with which couples symbolically “secure” their relationship. If possible, also go to Nami Island, which is located 60 km from Seoul. Here you can take many romantic photos as a souvenir against the backdrop of sequoia trees or with ostriches and peacocks.

An air ticket from Moscow to Seoul and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 41 thousand rubles.

If you're looking for a beach paradise: Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

Puerto Plata is perfect for a secluded holiday in the sun. There are few tourists in it, unlike many other resorts in the Dominican Republic, and at the same time the beaches are truly paradise, Bergantin Beach will especially please you. You can also arrange walks around the ancient city and dancing in evening bars - here you will quickly master the local variety, merengue. And the local mamahun rum cocktail, which is on the list of aphrodisiacs, will help you and your significant other truly relax.

An air ticket from Moscow to Puerto Plata and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 71 thousand rubles.

If you are a foodie: Istria, Croatia

White truffles, freshly caught fish, excellent golden olive oil, homemade pasta, seafood in a delicious sauce - this is just the beginning of the list of incredibly delicious dishes that you will taste on the Istrian peninsula. And the heavenly picture will be complemented by azure waters and green landscapes, which are so pleasant to discuss over dessert, if, of course, you can tear yourself away from the local fritule donuts. You should take less things with you, because on the way back you can fill your suitcase with products from the Rovinj market. By the way, in the summer, taking a bottle of wine, you can take a ferry from here to Venice to make your vacation even more romantic.

If you're up for a luxury holiday: French Polynesia

The island of Bora Bora in French Polynesia offers endless white sand beaches, luxurious five-star hotels and stunning natural views. Here you can go for a romantic picnic on a private beach, where no one will disturb you, or explore the depths of the sea together, diving for colorful fish. In the evening, you can leisurely sip a vanilla mojito and taste local delicacies, for example, yellowfin tuna. A helicopter excursion over Mount Otemanu will become one of your favorite and unforgettable memories.

An air ticket from Moscow to Pula and back for one person in February-March 2016 costs from 27 thousand rubles.