In recent decades, it so happened that it was Turkey that became one of the most visited countries by the Russians, where you can relax both soul and body for quite reasonable money. A trip to Turkey in the summer became for many Russian families akin to a trip to their favorite summer cottage, regular and familiar. Nevertheless, the main flow of tourists falls on the hot season. But recently, the tourism business in Turkey began to actively develop in the direction of winter recreation. Now you can have a great time here in winter. Moreover, the prices for the New Year 2018 in Turkey make a good impression.
Turkey in winter
Winter tourist Turkey, of course, is very different from summer. In winter, many entertainment venues, water parks, open discos and various water activities do not work here. The sea is very cool, and not at all hot. But on this, perhaps, the cons end.
There are many more advantages. For example, in winter there is not such a large influx of tourists, and you can safely walk along the coast in solitude or sit in a quiet cozy restaurant, as well as use the hotel services for free, which you will have to pay for in the summer: a sauna, a pool, a gym, a Turkish bath. In winter, in Turkey you can just relax in a coastal hotel or go to the thermal springs in Denizli to improve your health. You can play a lot of golf in Belek, visit the ski resorts or slowly enjoy the sights of Istanbul. For especially seasoned tourists, even swimming in the sea is available, and marine healing air will benefit everyone, without exception. And you can also have a wonderful New Year in Turkey.
Features of the Turkish New Year
In Muslim Turkey, New Year became an official holiday not so long ago - in 1935. Moreover, citizens of the country only January 1 is a day off. The Turks do not celebrate Christmas, and the real New Year in this country is still March 21, when Muslims celebrate Navruz. However, in all major tourist centers in Turkey these winter days, hotels, restaurants, shops and clubs are decorated with European Christmas attributes: Christmas trees, garlands, snowflakes, balls and figures of Santa Claus.
During the Christmas and New Year holidays in Turkish cities, it is not only very beautiful, but also fun. All restaurants and nightclubs will surely offer special holiday treats and shows. National television broadcasts holiday programs throughout New Year's Eve. It should be noted that due to the globalization of the modern world and the integration of various cultures, many Turkish families gather at the New Year's table, decorated with a traditional turkey in Europe, however, with the obligatory accompaniment of national Turkish dishes.
New year weather
In Turkey, the Mediterranean climate prevails, which means mild winter weather, especially compared to the harsh Russian winter. Of course, this is not the usual hot Turkish summer. The temperature in Turkey for the New Year in different cities ranges from +11 to +18 degrees Celsius during the day. It becomes much cooler at night, but the thermometer rarely drops below zero. Water in the Mediterranean and Aegean seas cools down to +18 degrees.
Not very pleasant feature of winter Turkey is the rains. Rainy and cloudy weather is observed in almost all areas of the country. Briefly describe the winter weather in Turkey, it will turn out: warm, rainy and cloudy. At the same time, the surrounding nature does not lose its colors: trees and grass still turn green. Real frost and snow in Turkey can be found only in the mountains.
Where to go?
If you choose where to go for the New Year in Turkey, first of all, you should pay attention to Istanbul. Considering that the New Year is still not celebrated in Turkey as large as in Europe, the noisy and vibrant Istanbul will definitely create the feeling of a magical holiday and will not disappoint. At this time of the year, the streets of the city shine with illumination, all the shops, restaurants and hotels are beautifully decorated, the holiday is felt everywhere.
The most popular places for mass festivals in Istanbul are Taksim Square and Kadikova District. Here you can meet Santa Claus, try a hot salep made from milk, orchids and ginger, feel the magical atmosphere of the New Year among many guests of the city. Another popular destination is New Year's Eve on the seashore. Everyone's favorite summer resorts Kemer, Antalya, Belek, Side are waiting for guests in the New Year holidays. True, here the impressions of the holiday will be limited only by the New Year's program of the hotel. Although, romantics can book a New Year's Eve on the seashore in a secluded place or on a yacht on the high seas. The main thing is to dress warmer, and the experience will be unforgettable. One of the most interesting options for celebrating the New Year in Turkey, according to tourists, are ski resorts.
New Year in the mountains
The geographical location of Turkey allows tourists to enjoy not only the sea coast, but also a full rest in the mountains. Ski Turkey for the New Year is a great choice, especially for families. This type of tourism began to develop in the country not so long ago, but has already gained recognition and popularity among ski lovers. The most popular resorts include Uludag, Palandoken, Kartalkaya, Sarykamysh, Davraz and Erdzhiyas. Perhaps the skiing in Turkey while losing the famous alpine slopes. But they have undeniable advantages.
The consistently high quality of service allows guests to feel comfortable both on the mountain slopes and in resort hotels and restaurants. Russian tourists are pleased with modern lifts, well-laid tracks of varying difficulty, a developed infrastructure of entertainment and recreation, and Russian-speaking instructors. Thanks to the all-inclusive system, New Year in Turkey at the fashionable ski resort is accessible to many. By the way, the all-inclusive system is a unique feature of only Turkish ski centers.
Entertainment
Entertainment in the New Year in Turkey, according to tourists, can be found for every taste. For lovers of excursions, it's time to visit attractions that they never reached in the summer. It is difficult to list all the unique historical, architectural and natural monuments of Turkey. You can visit Pamukkale, take a walk along the gorge of Cappadocia, look at the Bosphorus, visit ancient cities and fortresses.
In the New Year holidays, guests are waiting for incendiary holiday programs in hotels and restaurants, colorful street shows. In addition to the traditional New Year's show programs, tourists in winter can attend national celebrations that can be seen only at this time of the year, for example, the dervishes dance in Konya or camel fights in Izmir.
Fans of calm and passive relaxation will enjoy numerous spa treatments, hammam and indoor pools with warm water. And the extreme sea is always waiting for the cool sea.
Guests will also enjoy the New Year's menu, which will allow you to try new and unusual dishes. And, of course, one of the most exciting entertainments on Christmas days will be great shopping. New Year's discounts and sales will especially please the beautiful half of humanity.
Prices and reservations
According to the reviews of tourists, preparation for the New Year in Turkey should be started in advance. It is advisable to take care of early booking. Although prices for holidays in the winter are significantly lower, do not forget that on holidays the trip will be expensive.
Due to the holiday, the hotel you may have chosen at the last moment may simply not have free places. Therefore, in order to really get what you want at the best price, you need to book a hotel as early as possible. Moreover, now it is very easy to do: all the large and respected tour operators provide this opportunity on their websites on the Internet. Do not forget about the last minute packages, which may appear on sale at the end of December. Prices for the New 2018 Year in Turkey largely depend on the status of the resort, the "star" of the hotel and the level of the ordered New Year's program. On average, the cost of a weekly tour starts from 30 thousand rubles.
Tips & Testimonials
According to tourists, the New Year celebration in Turkey is becoming more and more popular in our country. The positive factors, of course, are excellent service, a short flight, an all-inclusive system, affordable prices and a favorable climate in Turkey. When planning to spend the New Year holidays in this warm and hospitable country, you should definitely bring an evening dress for a magical holiday, warm clothes for pleasant long walks and a good mood for all occasions.