Where to spend your long winter holidays? We tell you about the TOP-6 popular sea destinations where you can relax in January 2021 with your child.
In January, children have holidays, and adults have a long weekend. So why not take advantage of the situation and arrange a holiday of body and soul by going to the warm sea? Of course, the Maldives and Seychelles are not affordable for everyone, but more democratic destinations are quite. We will tell you about them. For a full overview of the best destinations to go for a vacation in the middle of winter, see here. Also find out where not to rest in winter
Coronavirus and quarantine... This review is not about where you can fly to vacation abroad now, but simply about the best beach destinations for this time of year. See the current list of open countries. The cost of rest in the review is indicated for the last year. When the borders open, we expect similar or even lower prices. Look also where it is better to have a rest in winter in Russia - we know a lot of great places!
Goa
If in Russia January is notable for its harsh disposition, then in India it is the best time for a beach holiday with children. The weather is a fairy tale: during the day + 30 ° С, at night + 19 ° С, the sea + 26 ° С. Find out in more detail when is the best time to relax in Goa and what is the weather in January.
How to entertain children. Water parks are popular in Baga and Anjuna. There is a butterfly park and nature reserves where you can see exotic birds, elephants, tigers and other animals at any time. Tourists also take excursions to the temples and fortifications of Old Goa or watch dolphins in their natural habitats. But the best entertainment is the sea and the beach. Children will splash in warm water and chase crabs on the beach, while parents will lazily sip on cool drinks.
Food. Despite all the horrors of unsanitary conditions with which they love to scare, in India not everything is so bad. The juices are very tasty and cheap, there are a lot of fresh fruits, seafood is perfectly cooked in the sheks. The shops have dairy products, cereals, diapers and baby cosmetics. The hotel infrastructure is well developed. You can rent a villa and minimize all the risks associated with staying in this country. A vacation in the southern part of the state will relieve parents of any worries, but it will also cost significantly more.
Find out about the best 3 *, 4 * and 5 * hotels in Goa.
Thailand
Where is the best place to go with a child in January 2021? Of course, to Thailand! In January it is very warm: +28 ... + 30 ° С during the day, + 25 ° С at night, it is rainy in places. However, the rains are short, they are rare and they cannot spoil the beach vacation, and the water in the sea is + 27 ° С. It's time to relax with children! Increased attention to your child is guaranteed - Thais are very fond of light-skinned babies. More about the weather in January >>
How to entertain children. In Tae, the child will simply have no time to get bored: riding elephants, swimming with dolphins and various animal shows, aquariums, water parks, snake and crocodile farms, sea cruises and amusement parks will take all the time.
Food. There are certain difficulties with this. It is better for small children to take their food with them: in Tae there is a surprisingly rich selection of fruits and fruit purees, but it is difficult to find a jar of vegetable or meat purees. In hotels, cuisine is adapted to European tastes, and in local establishments, all food is spicy. However, rice and noodles with chicken are quite edible, and you can still look for such delicious and fresh seafood.
Sri Lanka
You can go on vacation with a child in January 2021 to exotic Sri Lanka. The island will delight you with sunny and hot weather. In January, during the day + 30 ° С, at night + 21 ° С, water + 28 ° С. Before the trip, we advise you to learn about the peculiarities of the climate on the island and about the rainy seasons.
It is best to rest with children in Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa and Bentota - there are good beaches and a developed tourist infrastructure. It is advisable to choose a hotel with a swimming pool, as sometimes high waves rise on the sea. In places, coral reefs provide protection from waves.
How to entertain children. Children are interested in everything: shady parks, zoos, waterfalls, Hindu and Buddhist temples, forts and majestic Buddha statues (more about the sights). The monkeys, which enjoy a privileged position in Sri Lanka, are especially delighted. These animals have become so insolent that they are engaged in outright robbery. They take away phones, clothes and food from gape of tourists, so vigilance with these animals will not hurt. Holidays with children in Sri Lanka >>
Food. Baby food can be found in supermarkets, and some hotels have a children's menu. Lots of cheap fruits, good dairy products. However, Sri Lanka is not Egypt with Turkey at all, therefore, for the first time, tourists are advised to take some food for the child with them.
UAE
There is no heat in January in the Emirates, it is generally the coldest month of the year by local standards. Most often they come here for excursions and sunbathing: during the day + 24 ° С, at night + 14 ° С, water +19 ... + 22 ° С. It seems to be not too cold, but sometimes strong winds blow, and there is no need to talk about a full-fledged beach vacation. Weather in Dubai in January >>
How to entertain children. The lack of sea bathing can be compensated for by a heated pool, and entertainment in the UAE is quite enough to keep a child busy: trips in the desert and camel riding, visits to the Oceanarium and entertainment centers. Hotel animation is well developed. Holidays with a child in the UAE >>
Food. The Emirates have very high quality food products, there are always fresh fruits and vegetables.
Turkey
Rest with a child in January abroad is also possible in Turkish resorts. However, if in the Emirates daredevils venture into small swims, then in Turkey in January it is already too cool for sea procedures. Even in Alanya, the average daytime air temperature is not higher than + 15 ° С, in Antalya + 14 ° С, in Belek + 13 ° С, in Kemer + 11 ° С. Of course, these are not Russian frosts, but also not the tropics - the sea is stormy, and all the beaches are closed. Weather in Turkey in January >>
The main bonus for vacationers during this period is low prices even in the best hotels. Excellent service at modest prices attracts budget travelers.
How to entertain children. You can walk, swim in the pool, take spa treatments, go on excursions, see Istanbul. It is good for children to play sports and get some fresh air. Holidays in Turkey with children >>
Food. You don't have to worry about this: many hotels have a children's menu, and you can always find baby food in stores.
Canary Islands
Do you want to relax with your child in January 2021 where it is not very hot? We advise you to fly to the Canary Islands - there is never a strong heat, it is always moderately warm. In January, during the day + 25 ° С, at night + 20 ° С, water + 20 ° С.
How to entertain children. In addition to beach joys, there are plenty of recreational opportunities: camel riding, climbing a volcano, rides and parks. Lovers of exotic flora and fauna will be able to see penguins, parrots, dolphins, monkeys and flamingos, as well as a luxurious collection of orchids in Loro Parque. Boat trips and sports activities are very popular.
Food. Recently, more and more hotels are operating on an all-inclusive basis, and families with children will not have to worry about the little things. For the smallest guests there is a specialized children's menu and babysitting services.
Useful: tips for rest in the Canary Islands and reviews of tourists.
