Where to go in October: 9 budget beach destinations
At the beginning of the month it is good in Cyprus and Turkey, at the end - in the UAE. These resorts have all the conditions for a family holiday: animation, playgrounds and All Inclusive. Take your children with you - they will have something to do.
Cyprus
During the day the weather on the island is comfortable: +25°C in the air, +23°C in the water. Warmest of all. But the evenings are reminiscent of autumn: it gets colder up to +10–12°C. Coastal taverns and animation in hotels are curtailed only by the end of the month.
Choose Paphos if you dream of a leisurely respectable vacation, Ayia Napa - if you want to have a fun and inexpensive vacation. Limassol - for parties and night discos, Larnaca - to relax on the beach and snorkel.
Molos embankment in Limassol.
In autumn, the villages of Cyprus celebrate the harvest - which means you can get to fairs, tastings and culinary master classes. You will be in Larnaca, Paphos, Nicosia - goat the Art Festival "Kipria" : Bands from all over the world will perform. There are free concerts, and for some events you need to buy tickets in advance.
If you want to save on airfare, plan your vacation at the beginning of the month. The number of charters is decreasing by the end of the month, and it will become more difficult to buy an inexpensive ticket without transfers.
At the beginning of October, they will cost 10,000–15,000 rubles per person in both directions. - from 1799 rubles/night for two.
Alanya, Türkiye
In October, Turkey is warmest in Alanya: the air warms up to + 25 ° C during the day, the water - up to + 24 ° C. There is no strong wind and humidity. The resort pleases with the greenery of orange orchards and banana groves, and also with prices that are lower here than in other Turkish resorts.
Another "pro" in favor of relaxing here in October is the excellent beaches: sandy coast, shallow sea and safe flat bottom. The beaches, by the way, are free and marked with the Blue Flag for cleanliness. The best are "Cleopatra", "Damlatash" and "Keykubat". You can easily get to each of them by minibus or taxi from any part of Alanya.
Alanya Fortress is an open-air museum. Most of it can be viewed for free, the entrance to the castle will cost 15 Turkish lira (about 163 rubles).
Keep in mind: in October, there are fewer tourists, the city is quieter, and excursions are less frequent. For example, Pamukkale is taken to the snow-white springs only once a week. For independent travelers, this is rather a plus: less "bags", queues and noise.
Alanya is far from all airports. You will get to the hotel in 1.5–2 hours from Antalya. If you are traveling with a child, take toys on the road.
In early October, they will cost 15,000–17,000 rubles per person in both directions. - from 1099 rubles/night for two.
Sharjah, UAE
In October, the season starts on the beaches of the UAE. The weather becomes milder - at the end of the month the temperature drops to +33. The sun no longer burns, and the sea does not boil. The water in the bay is about +27. The desert climate reminds of itself at night - the temperature drops to +21. Take a light stole or long-sleeved sweater with you.
In Sharjah, choose the beaches belonging to the hotels. They are private, well-equipped, with a sandy bottom. Many are paid, but it's better to pay for entry to a private beach than to sunbathe on a free municipal one. Public beaches - for locals, women in bathing suits and men in swimming trunks can be looked askance.
One of the main attractions of Sharzh is the King Faisal Mosque, one of the largest in the Middle East.
Sharjah is a great choice if you want to save money and not stay away from entertainment. Noisy Dubai with fountains, malls and expensive restaurants is just 45 minutes away by bus or taxi. Sharjah itself has many museums, exhibitions, shops and shopping centers. And prices are lower than in neighboring emirates.
Sharjah is a dry emirate with strict Muslim laws. Dress modestly in public places. It's best to leave miniskirts and tiny shorts at home. You can sunbathe in an open swimsuit only on a private beach.
In Sharjah in October they cost about 14,000–17,000 rubles for one round trip. - from 2299 rubles/night for two.
Sea and excursions
In October, almost everywhere in Europe it is warm and sunny, there is a harvest and holidays are held. For exotic go to mainland Thailand or colorful Morocco.
Pattaya, Thailand
In October in Thailand, the weather is already dry without rain. There are more tourists, but prices have not yet risen - you can grab tickets at the cost of the low season.
In Pattaya, unlike the islands, you can already swim, sunbathe and not be afraid of showers. Storms still happen, but rarely, most often at night. Air warms up to +30°C, water - the same. There are good beaches in Pattaya - free urban Jomtien or paid Military (Military Beach) outside the city (about 200 rubles per adult, 100 per child). Both are sandy and wide. The military beach is cleaner and quieter, it is more convenient to get to Jomtien by tuk-tuk, taxi or scooter.
If the weather turned out to be cloudy, in Pattaya. Within the city, you can see the Mini Siam Park, go to the Oceanarium or visit the elephant village. You will enjoy a trip to the River Kwai, made famous by the release of the movie The Bridge on the River Kwai. If you want to see the real Asia, you can go to the ancient capital of Ayutthaya, 70 km from Bangkok, or stay for a while in the capital itself.
If you want to save money, fly to Thailand in early October. If you go at the end of the month, you will be insured against rains.
In October, they cost about 40,000 rubles for one in both directions. - from 1099 rubles/night for two.
Barcelona, Spain
We would advise Barcelona even without the sea - but it is, and in October you can still swim and sunbathe here. The beaches of the capital of Catalonia are sandy, clean, equipped for children and people with disabilities. The best free beaches are calm Bogatell, family Nova Ikaria, party Barceloneta. At the beginning of the month up to +25 in the air, up to +22 in the water - plan a vacation for this time.
October is the perfect time to explore the Gothic Quarter, the Barceloneta promenade and park Guell . Can be purchased at Boqueria market, go to the aquarium and look at Barcelona's Camp Nou stadium (or even get into a match).
The sail-shaped hotel stands right on the coast - you will see it on at least half of the postcards. - from 25 790 rubles/night.
A unique event is the Casteller Festival in Tarragona (an hour from Barcelona by train). The city is famous for the pyramids of people, come here on October 6 and 7 to see everything with your own eyes - it's free and very interesting.
On October 12, the country celebrates the Day of Spain - with a carnival, fairs and solemn performances.
October 27-28 in Barcelona starts the annual festival of architecture 48H Open House Barcelona : during this time you can visit the museums of Barcelona for free. See Gaudí's houses and take a tour of the Sagrada Familia.
Barcelona in October is a great idea: airfare is lower, there are more budget hotels to choose from, and there are no queues to attractions. At the beginning of the month, you will still have time to tan.
To Barcelona will cost 11,000-13,000 rubles in both directions per person. - from 3299 rubles/night for two. And don't forget to make sure your vacation goes off without a hitch.
Crete, Greece
Autumn comes to Greece - Mediterranean, mild and sunny. Temperature up to +25, at the end of the month - up to +22°C. The sea never gets colder than +23. On the beaches of Agia Pelagia, Malia, Elafonisi, it is calm and calm until the middle of the month.
October is the best time for walking. It's time for the harvest in the country - first grapes, and then olives. All this is accompanied by festivities. What is the chestnut festival worth in Western Crete: fairs and markets are open, tables with treats are set in the squares. Everyone is fed with fried, stewed, sweet and salty chestnuts and traditional porridge in lamb broth.
Another plus of a holiday in Crete in October is the cost of the trip. The price of housing, car rentals, food and drinks is reduced by 20-40% compared to the summer.
It is more convenient (and cheaper) to come to Crete at the beginning of the month, while charters fly here. After the 15th, you will have to buy tickets with a transfer.
You can buy a round-trip ticket from Moscow for 12,000 rubles. - from 1299 rubles/night for two.
Sea and festivals
In autumn, the time of festivals starts all over the world: you will have time to swim in the sea and get to the festival.
To save money, prepare for the trip in advance: it is cheaper to buy entrance tickets to festivals a month and a half before the event. At the same time, it is better to book a hotel and flights. Fly to the sea with a company: take an apartment or a cottage for everyone - it will be 20-40% cheaper.
Morocco
If you want something exotic - fly to Morocco. This is a completely different level of relaxation - on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, in a fabulous oriental country. In October, it is more pleasant to relax than ever: the air temperature on the coast is +30°C, the water is about +20°C. The warmest water is in Casablanca and Rabat (up to +23).
Be sure to see ancient Marrakesh - an oriental bazaar city with colorful shops, a beautiful Medina and snake charmers on the streets. If you have time, go to the Sahara desert, to the cities of Fes and Tangier.
Djemaa El Fna Square is the liveliest place in Marrakech. During the day, they sell fruits, spices, national costumes, and in the evening tambourines sound and performances take place.
From 12 to 14 October, Essaouira hosts the annual dance"Moga Fest" . The best DJs in the world come here. A ticket for three days with a pool party costs 7,500 rubles.
If the autumn is rainy, then you may not be lucky with swimming due to cold water and strong waves. The weather in October is ideal for sunbathing, but it is better to choose hotels with a pool.
In Morocco, they will cost 40,000–45,000 rubles per person in both directions. - from 1199 rubles/night for two.
Georgia
In Batumi, in October, the weather is still warm - you can swim and sunbathe. The water temperature does not fall below +23, the air warms up to +25°C. In Batumi itself, there are good free pebble beaches, which are already empty in October. And it is also in this month that dolphins most often come to the shores.
October is the most generous month for holidays among Georgians. Batumi hosts a festival of Georgian culture "Chveneburebi" with free performances, traditional dances, songs, wine, khinkali and Adjarian khachapuri.
Rent a car or go with a guide to the capital. Do not miss the traditional "Tbilisoba" (this year October 7-8) - a large-scale day of the city. Barbecue is fried on the street, churchkhela is cooked, fruits and cheese are sold. The central event is the crushing of grapes in wooden vats in the traditional way, with feet. You can even participate if you're lucky - you just have to wear rubber boots.
A huge plus for vacationing in Georgia in the fall is savings. The country is already inexpensive for tourists, but by the second month of autumn, prices drop even more. A good apartment or a hotel room can be rented for 1500 rubles per day.
If you want to lie on the beach and catch interesting events, plan your vacation before mid-October. After that it gets colder up to +12 - take an umbrella and warm clothes with you.
From Moscow to Batumi will cost 10,000-12,000 rubles per person in both directions. - 1199 rubles/night for two.
North Goa, India
In October, it is dry and sunny in India, beach shacks (cafes) open and the trance party season starts. There are few people on the beaches - tourists come only towards the end of the month. Traders are most helpful and friendly. The Arabian Sea is calm and quiet, but there are waves a few days a month. Water temperature +28°C, air - about +31°C during the day.
With spending on holidays in India, you can meet 50,000 rubles if you go alone for two weeks. The most expensive part is airfare. In October, charters start flying to India again, so there is a chance to fly cheap. Housing can be rented at off-season prices - in November they will increase by 20-30%.
In North Goa, all life passes on the beaches - here they swim and sunbathe, dine in coastal sheks, chat in juice centers and have fun at trance parties.
If you arrive on October 2, you will get to the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi in Old Goa, when the whole city is filled with garlands of flowers. At the end of the month there is a chance to capture the Diwali celebration. This is the festival of lights, which is celebrated on November 7-11. Hindus praise Goddess Lakshmi by lighting candles.- from 999 rubles/night for two.
How to relax in October
- If you want a lazy beach holiday - fly to Turkey (Alanya) or Cyprus (Limassol, Paphos) at the beginning of the month, and at the end - to the United Arab Emirates (Sharjah).
- If you like to combine beach and sightseeing holidays - go to Barcelona, Thailand or Greece (Crete).
- If you want parties on the beach, holidays and bright events - you will like it in October in India (North Goa), Georgia (Batumi) and Morocco (Agadir, Essaouira).
Choose a resort to your taste and book cheap tickets in advance - they run out very quickly.