With the beginning of the holiday season, many Russians begin to think about holidays, and here a lot of questions arise, which country to choose - Cyprus, Greece or Turkey. Traveling abroad is now very easy. It must be said right away that many consider Turkey not a very good choice for a holiday, but this is not so and now we will try to figure out what are the advantages and disadvantages of the above countries.

How long is the flight from Moscow

All three countries are served by regular and charter flights. You can fly to Turkey in 2.5–4 hours, depending on the resort destination. So, for example, in the summer high season daily charter flights fly from Moscow to Antalya and Istanbul, and to Dalaman - 3 times a week.

What climate prevails?

In Cyprus the climate is temperate and beach holiday here it lasts from mid-May to late October. Winter on the island is short and the average air temperature does not fall below +17°C ... +19°C. But winter is suitable only for sightseeing holidays.

And here in Turkey you can have a great rest both in summer and in winter, as there are several beautiful ski resorts such as: Kartalkaya, Palandoken, Uludag and Sarykamysh. You can also improve your health here, as there are many thermal hot springs and mineral waters. These are such resorts as: Kangal, Pamukkale and Yalova.

In Greece Mediterranean climate and here, as well as in Cyprus, you can relax almost all year round. But it is best to go here for a beach holiday from May to October. At the beginning of spring and at the end of autumn, the heat will not tire you and the weather is excellent. For holidays with children in Greece, it is best to choose the island of Crete or Rhodes, which are located in the south of the country and are washed by mediterranean sea where the water is much warmer than in the Aegean and the beaches are cleaner and more comfortable.

Types of beaches and service in hotels

If you like white and sandy beaches, then you should choose Cyprus or Greece as a holiday. Most best beaches Cyprus are located in Ayia Napa and Protaras, and one of the most picturesque beaches is Nissi Beach. Holidays with children on such beaches will be very comfortable. All conditions are created for the child here. Young people prefer to relax, sunbathe, swim and engage in a wide variety of sports on the beach of Makronisos.

In Greece, the beaches are also mostly sandy, but they are all municipal and therefore you need to be prepared for the fact that every day you will have to pay for sunbeds and umbrellas. It should also be taken into account that in the mainland resorts of Greece, the beaches are noisier and more crowded than on the islands.

There are hotels in Cyprus of all categories - from inexpensive budget to luxurious five-stars, and the level of service is much higher than in the same hotels in Greece. Moreover, even two-star hotels in Cyprus have air conditioning in the rooms and have recently been increasingly offering the all-inclusive system. It should also be noted that, unlike Turkey, hotels in Cyprus or Greece do not have animation everywhere. Children will have to entertain themselves.

But Turkey can offer you much more - comfortable rooms, an all-inclusive system, round-the-clock animation, babysitting services, a children's menu, as well as many other entertainments for children and adults. And all this on the territory of the hotel.

Cyprus, Greece or Türkiye, where is better

Summing up all of the above we can say with confidence that in all three directions the rest will be unforgettable. But for those who love a good beach holiday and a lot of entertainment, it is better to stop your selection in Turkey and buy inexpensive tour or a ticket. Cyprus still suggests a more calm and measured type of rest, and Greece- This is a beach holiday, combined with numerous excursions.

Even experienced tourists initially it may seem that between Greece and Turkey, which share a common 206-kilometer land border and similar climatic conditions, there are no significant differences. But meticulous tourists manage to refute this assumption. They always find many differences between these countries, washed by the warm waters of the two seas: the Aegean and the Mediterranean.

It remains to decide which country is better to choose for summer holiday Greece or Turkey.

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Where to rest cheaper?

To compare prices for tours for two vacationers with accommodation in a good hotel of at least three stars, for example, you can take mid-August. If you purchase a tour with a standard duration of 7 nights, then the cost starts from the following indicators:

From 47607 rub.

From 35039 rub.

After simple calculations, one can easily see the benefits of staying in Turkish hotels for budget travelers. The cost of tours to this country is about 1.2–1.4 times lower than to Greece.

The price difference persists for more expensive hotels.

Where are the best beaches?

If the length of Greek beaches can reach 3 or more kilometers (this is similar to Turkey), then a width exceeding 50 meters is rare.

Both in the quiet bays of Ios, Santorini and other islands, and in the crowded resort areas, there is almost everything you need for a comfortable pastime, from ordinary sun loungers and umbrellas to playgrounds for sports entertainment.

The same can be said for most Turkish beaches, among which there are both sandy and pebbly. Their width often reaches 100 meters, and in some places (Iztuzu) even 400 meters.

But Greece offers vacationers much more choice in the types of beaches - with large and small pebbles, black and red volcanic, rocky or sandy.

• Türkiye will suit first of all lovers of wide sandy or pebbly strips.
• Greece will appeal to those who seek solitude in picturesque bays or fun on the water.

Where is the climate more favorable?

Tourists are primarily interested in how quickly the water in the sea warms up in the spring and how hot it is in the middle of summer.

	Temperature in Turkey		Temperature in Greece
	air	water	air	water
end of spring	+ 23ºС	+ 20ºС	+ 23ºС	+ 20ºС
Summer	from + 30ºС	+ 27ºС	from + 30ºС	+ 28ºС
Beginning of autumn	+ 28 ºС	+ 25ºС	+ 27ºС	+ 24ºС

All these indicators clearly indicate that tourists are waiting for almost the same climatic conditions in both countries.

Whose hotels are better?

Both in Turkey and Greece, travelers meet with the usual categories of hotels. But in both countries, the stars do not always guarantee exactly the level of service that vacationers expect from them.

Hotels in Alanya : Rating

Hotel	stardom	Discount	Price per night, from	Select dates
	★★★★		5 016 3 478
Lemon Villa Hotel	★★★		8 777 3 524
Green Garden Suites Hotel	★★★★		10 219 5 270
Hotel Villa Turka	★★★		4 814 2 920
	★★★★★		22 322 10 277
Floria Beach Hotel	★★★★		8 374 3 440

In parallel, Greece has its own national classification, where deluxe corresponds to 5-star hotels, while the rest of the categories are designated by letters from A to E. Moreover, often four- and five-star hotels undeservedly receive their category, given the modern standards adopted in most European countries. The same is observed in Turkey.

Luxury 5-star accommodation typical of the Anatolian coast hotel complexes almost always meet the expectations of tourists.

Hotels in Rhodes : Highlights

Hotel	stardom	Discount	Price per night, from	Select dates
Kleopatra Suit Hotel - Adult Only	★★★★		5 016 3 478
Lemon Villa Hotel	★★★		8 777 3 524
Green Garden Suites Hotel	★★★★		10 219 5 270
Hotel Villa Turka	★★★		4 814 2 920
	★★★★★		22 322 10 277
Floria Beach Hotel	★★★★		8 374 3 440

There are many more private hotels in Greece, where the quality of service will not disappoint demanding travelers.

Three-star hotels in both countries almost always correspond to their category and will suit both budget tourists and those who are used to saving on vacation, but do not give up comfort.

Excursion program

The most active travelers always prefer to combine seaside holidays with trips around the country where they are lucky enough to spend their short vacation.

Greek companies offer such vacationers a lot of educational excursion programs and tours:

• ferry trips to picturesque Crete, unique Santorini and other famous and unfamiliar islands;
• big choice sea ​​trips in the expanses of the Aegean Sea;
• acquaintance with the remains of ancient cities on the islands, in the Greek capital and other regions of the country;
• a trip to Athos, Corfu and Meteora to visit ancient monasteries.

Turkish excursion companies are also not far behind, offering resort guests no less exciting and varied programs:

• walks in the old quarters of Istanbul, Side, Bodrum and other cities;
• boating on the picturesque Bosphorus;
• exciting excursion to the canyon and underground cities mysterious Cappadocia;
• bathing in the hot springs of the famous Pamukkale;
• walks among the remains of ancient structures in Olympos, Phaselis, Perge, Sagalassos, Ephesus, Aspenda and Troy,
• rafting on a mountain river.

The only thing Turkey is inferior to Greece in is a much smaller number of boat trips around the islands.

Vacation with children

Parents vacationing with their young children should always choose hotels where young tourists can enjoy a variety of animation programs, swimming in special pools and playing on playgrounds. All this is available in most 4-5-star hotels in Turkey.

In addition, in Alanya, Marmaris, Belek and Antalya, the doors of large water parks are open for young travelers. Dolphinariums operate in several cities. And in Antalya, an oceanarium awaits young visitors.

Greek hotels are also trying to keep up with modern requirements for diversity. animation programs. They open pools especially for children, play rooms or playgrounds. But all this is much less than on the Turkish Riviera.

The Greek islands can "boast" of large water parks, but there are no dolphinariums in the resorts of the country yet.

We can safely say that the conditions for a variety of children's recreation Turkey is much better.

Resort safety

There are legends about Greek hospitality and friendliness of the people. Foreign travelers are only concerned about cases of pickpocketing in crowded places and more frequent thefts in hotels.

After overcoming the crisis in relations between Russia and Turkey, the local resorts began to fill up again with Russian vacationers, who felt the more friendly attitude of the staff. Police patrols monitor the safety on the streets.

Therefore, in general, tourists are waiting for relaxing holiday in both countries.

The Syrian conflict does not affect the life of Turkish resorts.

Food cost

Before the trip, travelers always try to determine the possible costs. To do this, you should familiarize yourself with at least some prices in the countries of the future holiday.

Cafes and inexpensive restaurants will delight you with the relatively low cost of meals. Breakfast in them will cost each guest approximately:

• Greece - 5.5 €,
• Türkiye - 4.5 €.

In Greece, tourists pay at least 0.60 € per kilogram of vegetables or fruits, Turkish expenses will be a little more - from 0.90 €.

Meat lovers should count on the amount of 5 € in Greece and 9 € in the resorts of the Anatolian coast. We are talking about one kilogram of products.

If we continue the comparisons, then there will be no significant differences between the prices for most products in both states.

Summary

• For those who prefer luxury vacation in 4-5 star hotels, the preferred option is a vacation in Turkey.
• Private hotels and seclusion on picturesque islands waiting for travelers in Greece.

• The Turkish Riviera is also suitable for those adult tourists and young wanderers who are looking for entertainment and wide beaches.
• Cozy bays await guests of resorts on the Greek islands and in Attica.

But, regardless of the choice of country, travelers will not be disappointed.

Tatyana Solomatina

Which resort to choose in Greece?

Hello again, dear readers! It's December and summer is still far away, but already now many people are thinking about vacation. I want to draw your attention to sunny Greece.

Kos

Kos is a chic and expensive resort for the elite, not without reason, Hollywood stars choose it for relaxation. The island is small, located in the southeastern part of the Aegean Sea. There is a lot of greenery here, the nature is very beautiful.

The prices are high, so it’s most likely that you won’t be able to relax on a budget.

Zakynthos

Zakynthos is an amazingly beautiful island that you want to return to. Two rows of mountain ranges close the valley from bad weather. Lush vegetation, sheer cliffs, picturesque bays closed from the sea with golden sand - the most real paradise for tourists.

Unfortunately, they rarely land on the island; you can only get here by local airlines or by ferry.

Santorini

Santorini is a small island, of volcanic origin, with coastline 70 km. white houses local residents succinctly inscribed in the mountain landscape. It has its own, some kind of aristocratic, cozy atmosphere. Life flows slowly, time seems to stop.

If you move a little away from the tourist trails, you can find wild places and enjoy solitude. The beaches of the island are very diverse, even the sand in each place has its own shade, from pale yellow to bright red.

Holidays on the island are expensive. As a rule, tourists come here for one day as part of excursion groups.

conclusions

There are many resorts in Greece and it is really difficult to choose. beautiful nature and gorgeous beaches is in almost every corner of this sunny country. So where is the best place to relax in Greece? How many people, so many opinions. Where one likes it, it will not necessarily be good for another.

If you, dear readers, are interested in my opinion, then now I would act in the following sequence:

1. Reading general information about the country and about the main resorts
2. We look at prices for tours or accommodation and air tickets (maybe you will come across cheap tickets and it will be more profitable to go on your own)
3. Based on the second point, we decide how to relax, through a tour operator or on our own. How to make the right decision I wrote
4. Most likely, for the first acquaintance with the country, I would choose one of the islands, focusing on price-nature-quality-easy transfer (in that order). You may have other priorities
5. Having decided on the island, read detailed information about the resorts of this place, based on fresh reviews on the network
6. Then choose accommodation, hotel or house (if not a tour)
7. Now redeem the tour or tickets (if you are traveling on your own)

This plan is not suitable only for those who purposefully travel to see certain attractions. It is easier for such tourists, you just need to choose a resort closer to the desired places to visit.

That's all I wanted to talk about, I hope you have a general picture of the resorts of Greece.

My personal impressions will soon be available from the stories under the heading "My travels". In the meantime, I suggest you read the article. It seems to me that this is a relevant question.

In the near future I will write about the island of Rhodes. Subscribe to my newsletter and be the first to receive new publications.

Recently, in some minor magazine, I came across a note that this country, too, will soon be closed to Russians. Allegedly, they will make a couple of provocations for this purpose. Didn't hear anything? It will be a pity. Write in the comments what you think about this. Very interesting to read.

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Tatyana Solomatina

The economic crisis has made holidays with children an expensive pleasure, so Russian tourists looking for budget directions for summer trips. Egypt and Turkey were banned, and Greece and Cyprus came to the fore. These are comfortable Mediterranean resorts, but which is better for family travelers? The answer to this question was prepared by the employees of the Travelata online hypermarket.

Greece - ancient ruins, fur coats and pristine beaches

The comfortable Mediterranean climate of ancient Hellas will make a vacation with a small child carefree and rewarding. There are no enterprises in Greek resorts, hence the abundance " blue flags". To get to Greece, you will need visas, but Russians do not have any difficulties with obtaining them. If you go to Greece with a child, pay attention to a number of advantages of this country: - clean beaches; - gentle slopes; - animation; - children entertainment; - exciting excursions; - water parks; - slides and children's pools. Looking for tours with children to Greece, you will be pleasantly surprised by the cost of a ticket. A family of three (two adults + one child) will pay for a tour of 23,000 rubles. You can also find cheaper.

Cyprus - fast flight, comfortable living environment

You can fly to Cyprus in 3-4 hours, and this is extremely important when planning a vacation with children. The island attracts family travelers with its gorgeous beaches, healthy climate and rich entertainment program. To travel, you will need an online visa, which is easy to apply. The best resorts For family vacation Paphos and Ayia Napa are considered. Advantages of Cyprus for a child: - sandy beaches; - developed infrastructure(animations, nannies, playgrounds); - children's menu in hotels; - good ecology (beaches are marked with "blue flags"); - wide price range. Cyprus is used for healing babies suffering from colds, skin and allergic diseases. Tours with children to Cyprus are inexpensive - you have to pay from 37,000 rubles for three (child + two adults). There are cheaper options too.

Cyprus vs Greece - where to go?

Greece is suitable for parents with older children - the price of the trip is low, so you can allocate more money for excursions and entertainment. Greek beaches are clean and well maintained, but the children's entertainment industry is more developed in Cyprus. Both countries attract shopaholics - during the sales season, you can stock up on branded items at cheap prices. Cyprus will appeal to parents traveling with small children - clean sand, a gently sloping bottom, a well-warmed sea. When planning a train, rely on your budget and the age characteristics of the child. Have a desire to save money? Purchase

The choice between holidays in Cyprus and Greece, for inexperienced tourists becomes a real dilemma. Indeed, according to rumors, these two states are almost identical. Let's try to figure out whether this is so, as well as Cyprus or Greece - which is more expensive or where is cheaper?

The main question that any traveler should ask himself is what goals does he pursue? What do you want to get from your vacation? Vacationers are divided into several categories - those who love to fry under the scorching rays of the sun all day long with breaks for swimming in the azure sea, lovers of bars, discos and other entertainment events, and those who love various excursions to significant places. Therefore, the answer to the question of what to choose and which is better - Cyprus or Greece, is different for everyone.

Are we going to see the sights?

Greece is rightfully considered the cradle of civilization, and there is a lot of evidence of this. Having been here once, I want to come back again and again, because at one time it is impossible to see all the splendor of Greece. How not to see with your own eyes the famous amphitheater in Epidaurus, the Palace of Knossos and the numerous monasteries and temples scattered throughout the country.

On each of the many Greek islands, in any town and village you can find your reminders of the Middle Ages. And therefore, people who do not want to idly bask on the beach, but want to enrich their inner world, know where it is better - Cyprus or Greece. I don’t want to reduce the dignity of the island of Cyprus, there is also interesting places, but he still loses in this regard compared to Greece.

Places that will be of interest to young people are located mainly on the islands. These are Rhodes, Crete, Hersonissos, Malia. Rethymno. Nikolaus and Agios are preferred by older people.

We have fun and have fun

Mostly those who want fun and festive mood go to Cyprus. All conditions are created here for this: amusement parks, famous beaches and water attractions of Ayia Napa will exceed the wildest expectations of vacationers. Night party lovers Numerous nightclubs in Limassol will appreciate the dignity. The most calm and quiet place in Cyprus is Paphos, which is chosen by people of a more respectable age.

The question of which is cheaper - Cyprus or Greece, is ambiguous. There are inexpensive three-star hotels in Cyprus, and there are solid, and accordingly expensive in Greece. On average, accommodation and meals in Greece will be cheaper than in Cyprus. But if we add the cost of sightseeing trips to these expenses, it will come out about the same. And if you rent a car for self-guided sightseeing, then it is worth considering that the price of fuel in Greece is much higher than in Cyprus.