Many Russian citizens are not waiting for the summer season and intend to go on vacation with the first days of spring. However, it is not necessary to plan only a beach holiday, in the spring there are many opportunities to have a good rest, and not only abroad. If you are interested in where to go on vacation without a visa in the spring of 2021, then first you should decide on the type of vacation, since further organization and preparation for the trip will depend on this.
How to choose a country for a spring holiday
Before going on vacation abroad, you should carefully study the list of visa-free countries for Russians in the spring, as well as the period of permitted stay in the country of your planned trip and the conditions of entry.
In 2021, almost all visa-free countries, in addition to a passport, require additional documents from travelers, for example, return tickets, confirmation of a hotel reservation or a sufficient amount of funds.
Visa-free countries in 2021 for Russians include:
- Abkhazia,
- Armenia,
- Belarus,
- Kazakhstan,
- Argentina,
- Brazil,
- Hong Kong,
- Georgia,
- Dominican Republic,
- Israel,
- Costa Rica,
- Cuba,
- Macau,
- Maldives,
- Thailand,
- Turkey,
- Montenegro and others.
A complete list can be found in the article "Visa Free Countries for Russians in 2021".
In addition to these, in a number of countries you can apply for a visa upon arrival at the border or an e-visa via the Internet.
When planning a trip, it is important to consider the purpose of the trip. The country is chosen depending on whether you want to sunbathe on the beach, stroll through historical sites and museums, or prefer active tourism.
If you are planning a beach holiday, you should be aware that not all areas are sunny during the spring months. Therefore, you should familiarize yourself with the climatic conditions in different countries during your planned trip.
It is important to choose a trip depending on who you are traveling with. Rest can be organized in different ways based on whether you are traveling with your family or with a big noisy company. Fans of nightlife are better off choosing a hotel location closer to the city / village center, while family people may prefer a quieter and more peaceful resort.
Budget also plays an important role in choosing a country for a spring trip. It is worth considering the economic level of the country, the level of hotel accommodation and its compliance with the price, as well as the cost of tickets, which depends on the duration of the flight.
List of Best Visa Free Countries for Spring Vacations
There are the following popular visa-free countries for beach holidays in the spring:
| The country | Period of permitted stay without a visa | Popular resorts and places to visit |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | 30 days | O. Samui, about. Phangan, Krabi, Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, about. Ko Lan, about. Samet, Hua Hin |
| Israel | 90 days | Jerusalem, Ein Bokek, Haifa, Netanya, Eilat |
| Vietnam | 15 days | Vung Tau, Nha Trang, Danau |
| Montenegro | 30 days | Budva, Becici, about. St. Stephen's |
| Cuba | 30 days | Havana, Varadero, Holguin |
| Dominican Republic | 30 days | Punta Cana, La Romana, Puerto Plata |
| Maldives | 30 days | Ari, Baa, Lavian |
| Argentina | 90 out of 180 days | Buenos Aires, Miramar, Santa Fe, Carilo, Mar del Plata |
| Brazil | 90 out of 180 days | Rio de Janeiro, Buzios, El Salvador, Sao Paulo, Paraty, Ubatuba, Amazonia |
| PRC | 15 days (if the trip is made through a tour operator in China and includes at least two people - 21 days) | O. Hainan |
| Cyprus | 90 days out of 180 (you need to apply for a visa online in advance) | Larnaca, Pissouri, Protaras, Ayia Napa, Limassol, Paphos |
Rest in the resorts of Russia
There are three popular beach resorts in Russia: Sochi, Gelendzhik and Anapa. However, despite the large number of sunny days a year, the water temperature in spring does not allow Russian tourists to enjoy their beach holidays.
The table below shows the average temperature of water and air at Russian resorts in spring (temperature is indicated in ° C).
| Resort | March | April | May | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| day air | water | day air | water | day air | water | |
| Sochi | 12 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 21 | 16 |
| Gelendzhik | 10 | 2 | 15 | 11 | 20 | 16 |
| Anapa | 8 | 8 | 13 | 10 | 19 | 15 |
It follows from this that if you choose spring time for your vacation, then it is best to go to a beach resort in Russia at the end of May. However, a trip to the Russian Federation can be planned without a beach holiday, for example, go to St. Petersburg, the Republic of Karelia or Lake Baikal.
Holidays abroad in March
In the coldest month of spring - March - you can relax in one of the countries that delight with sunny weather all year round. If you are interested in the countries of the Middle East, then warm countries such as Egypt and the United Arab Emirates are best suited for a spring vacation without a visa in March, but it should be borne in mind that the temperature of the air and water in Egypt also depends on the location of the resort, so be careful about choice.
If you are more attracted to Asia, then Thailand, Sri Lanka, Vietnam or the Philippines are great for a vacation in March. If you want to relax in Latin America, then the excellent weather conditions in March will delight the Dominican Republic.
Learn more about where to go on vacation in March.
Holidays abroad in April
If you are interested in where to relax in the spring abroad in April without a visa, you can safely count on Egypt, Jordan, Israel. Among Asian countries, the most popular among vacationers in the spring are Indonesia, Vietnam, as well as China: through the airports of the cities of Sanya and Haikou, visa-free entry to Hainan Island is allowed for Russians for 15 days and 21 days for groups of two or more, the trip of which is organized by a Chinese tour operator.
Fans of the Caribbean Sea, in addition to the Dominican Republic, can choose exotic Cuba for visa-free travel, in which case the whole vacation will cost even less.
Learn more about the countries where to go on vacation in April.
Holidays abroad in May
You can still fly to Egypt and the United Arab Emirates for a vacation without a visa in May in the spring of May, if you are not afraid of the sultry heat, since at the end of spring the temperature in these countries reaches 35 ° C, as well as to Israel.
In May, weather conditions already allow Russian tourists to relax in Turkey. Tunisia has the coldest temperature available at this time of the year: 25 ° C during the day and 19 ° C at night.
You can have an inexpensive vacation in Abkhazia. In Latin America, you can also relax by the sea in one of the resorts of Mexico, but if you want even more exoticism, go to the Maldives in May.
Learn more about where to go on vacation in May.
Conclusion
Russian resorts are characterized by a rather cool climate in the spring, so if you intend to go on vacation in the spring, then you should consider trips abroad. Russians have a large selection of visa-free countries for holidays in the spring: from such familiar countries of the Middle East as Egypt and the United Arab Emirates to Asian resorts in Thailand and the Philippines.
Of course, the closer the country of the planned trip is, the cheaper the cost of the flight, but if the price of a vacation is not a question for you, then you can visit more distant Brazil or Argentina.
It is important to take into account that each state has different rules for visa-free entry, ranging from the length of stay and ending with additional documents. Therefore, when planning your trip, be sure to check the entry requirements for tourists.
