Already in winter, zealous people begin to plan their holidays at sea in advance. In Russia there are quite a lot of resort places where you can simultaneously find the warm sea, and comfortable conditions, and southern entertainment. With the accession of Crimea to the Russian Federation, the choice became especially rich. However, the abundance of opportunities often confuses a person. In such cases, when searching for the best option, it is most reasonable to focus on the reviews of other vacationers.
Base of rest "Highway"
Krasnodar Territory is not only the grain and vegetable granary of Russia, but also its tourist center. On the Black Sea coast of the region there are hundreds of recreation centers, campsites, resorts and hotels. They receive millions of guests annually, providing treatment and relaxation for every taste. Holiday Village "Magistral" is a great place for a relaxing and carefree family trip to the sea.
It is located in the quiet village of Agoy, where less than three thousand people live. The village is separated from Tuapse by a small mountain pass. A mild subtropical climate, warm and clear sea, coniferous and deciduous forests, clear air and a friendly population turn Agoy into a place where you want to return from year to year. The pride of the village is an amazing natural monument - a forty-meter steep rock Kiseleva, which is located a couple of kilometers from Agoy.
How to get there
Most vacationers get to Agoy via Tuapse, arriving by train. From Tuapse station, you need to walk 300 meters to the Tuapse bus station and take the minibus next to Agoy, or any regular bus going to Gelendzhik or Novorossiysk. From 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. minibuses and buses depart to Agoy every 20-30 minutes, the duration of the trip is 20-25 minutes. In the village, any resident will willingly show how to get to the Magistral recreation center. Agoy is very small, so you can quickly reach the base even with bags.
You can also get to the recreation center by taxi, going directly from Tuapse Station. It is more convenient and faster, but much more expensive. If in the summer of 2018 a trip by minibus to Agoy cost about 25 rubles, then taxi drivers took around 400 rubles. Moreover, frivolous vacationers, who barely got off the train and at first did not count money, sometimes paid not very conscientious taxi drivers for a short trip up to 800 rubles.
Base Description
The recreation center "Magistral" stands on the banks of the Agoy River. On the fenced area of the base there is one two-story and three three-story buildings. The rooms are clean and comfortable, they have everything you need for a comfortable stay: comfortable beds with orthopedic mattresses, fridge, kettle, separate bathroom, TV, air conditioning, umbrellas and rugs for going to the beach. Near the residential buildings there is an administrative building, a dining room, a fountain, a playground.
Nutrition
Those who visited the Magistral recreation center respond positively to the provided meals. A three-time plentiful and tasty food is usually completely enough to eat. The daily diet includes fish, meat, dairy products, lots of fruits and pastries, hard cheeses, stewed fruit, juices, jelly. In the village there is a Magnit store where you can buy ice cream or some kind of delicacy for yourself and your child. Those who wish to supplement their southern evenings with barbecue and wine gatherings are waiting in the cafe located near the base.
Beach
Agoy is famous for its clean and warm sea. It is only 300 meters from the Magistral recreation center, and even with a small child you can quickly walk to the beach in a few minutes. The mild climate and excellent water exchange create conditions for the swimming season, which begins in early summer and ends in October. Near the village stretches a cozy beach with a width of 40 meters and a kilometer long. The beach is covered with fine pebbles and sand, so you can enter the sea without slippers, without fear of tucking on boulders or cutting your foot on a shell.
Entertainment
Base "Highway" - a great place to relax with children. Agoy is not distinguished by a stormy resort and nightlife, in the village it is quiet and safe. The main entertainment for kids is the sea and southern nature. In addition, they can play on the playground at the base under the supervision of parents and staff. You can also rent a bicycle, roller skates, scooters, play chess, badminton or table tennis, read a book in the shade of palm trees.
The base has excursion services for those who want to diversify their leisure time. Guides will tell you where to relax in the Krasnodar Territory with a one-day departure from Agoy. The easiest way to visit with children is located four kilometers from the village of Nebug. It has a more developed tourist infrastructure, more beach activities, a dolphinarium and a relatively inexpensive water park that kids will definitely enjoy.
Excursions to Gelendzhik are also arranged (there tourists have the opportunity to see the ancient dolmens), Novorossiysk, Sochi. In these cities you can not only see interesting sights, visit caves, menageries, waterfalls and safari parks, but also buy southern souvenirs. For lovers of discos and nightlife, Agoy seems a rather boring place. With the onset of darkness, almost the entire village falls asleep, so it is better to go to Nebug or Tuapse for entertainment.
Reviews
The recreation center "Highway", as a rule, deserves positive feedback. Its main advantage is called the excellent location in a picturesque village, which is surrounded by wooded mountains and has an excellent beach. It’s best to go to Agoy with young children. Firstly, they will be able to swim plenty in the warm sea, run into the pebbles under the sun, play with pebbles and sand. Secondly, on the basis of the "Highway" there is a playground and other entertainment. Thirdly, in the evenings in the village, quietly tired children and their parents will be able to sleep soundly.
The friendly staff of the base deserve special praise, which seeks to make the rest of visitors as comfortable as possible and quickly solves all issues related to everyday life. The rooms are cleaned daily; the split systems installed in them help to escape from the day and night heat. The food in the dining room is tasty and varied, portions are large and hearty.
The disadvantages of staying at the Magistral base include, first of all, the lack of an entertainment program that is common among other crowded resorts. Many visitors who are attuned to discos and active nightlife are frankly bored in Agoy. But this problem is easily solved by a trip to Nebug or Tuapse. In addition, vacationers complain about the Novorossiysk highway, passing through the village. Cars constantly drive along it, which creates some noise and danger for pedestrians. But the base is located a bit off the road, and its territory is reliably fenced.