Where to go on March 8th to reboot and make good use of the weekend? We have collected some interesting ideas for traveling abroad that will definitely suit your taste. You can spend three days or more in these locations if you take additional vacation. The rules for entry into foreign countries can be found here.
Athens
Athens is the cradle of the great civilization of the ancient world and the capital of sunny Greece. It’s worth coming here for inspiration and history; in addition, there is magnificent nature, mountains and excellent beaches. In March you won’t be able to swim, but you can endlessly contemplate sunsets, sunrises and inhale the salty aroma.
How to get to Athens
From Moscow in early March you can fly to the capital of Greece for 19,600 rubles* per person round trip.
Where to stay in Athens
Hotel Pythagorion – from 4900 rubles* per night per person;
Amalia Hotel – from 9000 rubles* per night per person;
Coco-Mat Hotel Nafsika — from 10,300 rubles* per night per person.
What to do in Athens in early March
During the non-beach season, the heat, crowds of tourists, high prices for housing and tickets disappear. Therefore, we advise you to go to Athens in the spring to fully enjoy a leisurely holiday and local beauty.
Be sure to visit the Parthenon and Acropolis, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and the New Acropolis Museum. The Thisio district with its ancient mansions is especially interesting and colorful. Here there is one of the first open-air cinemas, a working observatory, the Church of St. Marina – these are just some of the interesting objects.
We also recommend taking a quick car ride around the country and appreciating its nature.
Yerevan
In Armenia, in addition to visiting famous natural attractions and ancient temples, you can have gastronomic adventures. And it’s just interesting to spend time walking around Yerevan, which surprises with the interweaving of Eastern and post-Soviet aesthetics.
How to get to Yerevan
A flight from Moscow to Yerevan costs from 15,000 rubles* per person round trip.
Where to stay in Yerevan
Hyatt Place Yerevan – from 5800 rubles* per night per person;
North Avenue Hotel – from 3300 rubles* per night per person;
Minotel Barsam Suites – from 2700 rubles* per night per person.
What to do in Yerevan in early March
Armenia and its capital Yerevan are increasingly becoming points of attraction for travelers. In March it is already quite warm here, but not crowded, and comfortable weather allows you to calmly walk around the city and visit the nearest attractions of the country.
Yerevan captivates with its atmosphere: many city beauties can be observed right against the backdrop of the mountains, the picturesque and majestic Ararat is especially striking. You can climb the Cascade, walk along Republic Square and look at the Opera House or even attend its performances.
The authentic Saryan Street and its surroundings, as well as the Tamanyan restaurant street, deserve special attention. Visit the largest Cathedral of St. Gregory the Illuminator in Armenia. If time permits, take a trip to Lake Sevan and the ancient temples in the surrounding area.
Budapest
Two or three days in the capital of Hungary, and you will already forget about the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Culture, gastronomy, castles, legends, baths, ruin pubs – you’ll be amazed at everything you can do in the capital of Hungary.
How to get to Budapest
The cost of an air ticket from Moscow to Budapest is from 17,400 rubles* per person round trip.
Where to stay in Budapest
The Three Corners Lifestyle Hotel – from 6200 rubles* per night per person;
Vagabond Broadway – from 7700 rubles* per night per person;
Ibis Budapest Centrum – from 4800 rubles* per night per person.
What to do in Budapest in early March
Enjoy the panorama of the city by taking the funicular up to the Buda Castle, visit all the interesting pubs, museums and relax in the baths (in March the air is still crisp, but it is always warm and summer-like). We especially recommend the popular Szechenyi or Gellert baths with luxurious decoration.
Whether you like pinball or not, you’ll definitely enjoy the game at the Flippermuseum. Devices from different eras are collected here.
The Arany Sas Patika Museum is located in the building of a pharmacy that has operated since the mid-18th century. The furnishings of that time have been preserved here and a collection of pharmaceutical curiosities has been collected (dried bats, lizards, various herbs and potions).
Larnaca
This city on the southern coast of Cyprus is famous for its beautiful promenade with palm trees along the beach. The resort town is interesting for its architecture, cathedrals and art galleries.
How to get to Larnaca
The cost of an air ticket from Moscow to Larnaca will be from 20,100 rubles* per person round trip.
Where to stay in Larnaca
Alkisti City Hotel – from 4100 rubles* per night per person;
Golden Bay Beach Hotel – from 9200 rubles* per night per person;
The Josephine Boutique Hotel – from 7300 rubles* per night per person.
What to do in Larnaca in early March
In March the island is quite cool but sunny. Larnaca is famous for its fish restaurants, port and airplanes overhead, which fit into picturesque shots for social networks. Visit the salt lake (Larnaca Salt Lake), where flamingos live (although in the spring you are unlikely to find them), Church of St. Lazarus, Kamares Aqueduct, port, Hala Sultan Tekke Mosque and Mackenzie Beach, which offers beautiful views of planes taking off and landing.
If time permits, get to know Cyprus better: visit the Stavrovouni Monastery, Limassol, Paphos and other interesting places.
Dubai
A city of the future with skyscrapers and a warm sea is already a great idea for a short vacation. Add Expo 2020 and you have a good reason to fly to Dubai.
How to get to Dubai
A plane ticket from Moscow to Dubai will cost from 14,000 rubles round-trip.
Where to stay in Dubai
Golden Sands Hotel Apartments – from 6000 rubles* per night per person;
Savoy Park Hotel Apartments – from 6500 rubles* per night per person;
Hampton by Hilton Dubai Al Seef – from 7300 rubles* per night per person.
What to do in Dubai in early March
Sunny Emirates is an excellent holiday destination all year round; March is the peak of a comfortable beach season without sweltering heat. So focus on sunbathing and swimming on the beaches, and explore the main attractions. We especially recommend Atlantis The Palm – a luxurious palace hotel on an artificial island, where on an area of 17 hectares there is a water park, which is called the best in the Middle East. The park’s most impressive attraction is Neptune’s Tower: a 9-story slide whose descent ends surrounded by marine life watching you through the glass of an aquarium.
*Prices valid at time of publication
