How to bring summer back? 8 travel destinations where it’s hot and you can swim in the sea

Dominican Republic is not rich in historical sights – excursions here are mainly devoted to the beauties of nature. But this is why travelers love the country of paradise climate. Plus there is a lot of sea and air entertainment: catamarans, yachts, fishing, snorkeling, diving. In general, the sea will show from all sides.

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But this is not an expensive pleasure. And what is really profitable in the Dominican Republic is to fly by helicopter, for example, to waterfalls or islands. Entertainment will cost $ 250-350, but it is a really good price for a few hours of excursion. Also everywhere tourists are offered quad bikes and buggies to drive around the area. The place is still suitable for those who want to try their hand at golf or “catch luck by the tail” in the casino.

You do not need to prepare PCR-tests in advance to enter the Dominican Republic, but you will have to fill out a health form. Upon arrival at the airport, tourists undergo thermometry and random rapid testing.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is rich in two oceans at once: Pacific and Atlantic. During the day here the temperature is +28, and the water is +24. You can visit a complex of caves, climb to the top of the volcano, walk in the reserve and visit the marine park.

You must fill out a health form and have insurance with COVID-19 coverage to enter.

Mexico

Caleria: Swimming here is available in the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Temperatures reach up to +27 during the day and the water holds up to +30. The destination is still famous for its soccer: you can go to the Estadio Azteca and Estadio Jalisco stadiums, play on golf courses in the city, watch Mexican wrestling and car races.

To enter Mexico, travelers must obtain an electronic permit and fill out a health questionnaire for the state’s immigration office.

Those inoculated with Companion V can choose Cuba, Sri Lanka, Tunisia, the UAE, and the Maldives. In most countries, tourists with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from PCR tests.

Without PCR test

Cuba

Here the temperature during the day is +26, the water temperature is +24. The island state offers diving, yachting, golf, riding on convertibles.

Alexander: Cuba has better excursions than Dominican Republic. There is something to see and do here. You can try your hand at skydiving, that is jumping with a parachute. Just imagine making a jump from an incredible height and landing on the beach. Breathtaking views and experiences are guaranteed.

To enter Cuba, the vaccinated only need to fill out a special form.

Sri Lanka

Caleria: Daytime temperature +28, water temperature +27. Sri Lanka offers auto tours, safaris, many excursions to islands, caves and temples, trekking and hiking.

In Sri Lanka, vaccinated tourists are completely exempt from PCR tests upon arrival. Those who are unvaccinated need to provide a PCR test done no earlier than 72 hours prior to arrival to enter. Travelers also need an insurance policy with COVID-19 coverage, and a visa is arranged locally.

With PCR test

Tunisia

The temperature during the day here is +24, the water temperature is +22. In Tunisia you can drive through the desert with professional riders, visit caves and try all active marine activities.

In Tunisia, fully vaccinated tourists are exempted only from quarantine. A PCR test is still required, though.

UAE

Here is also year-round summer, but there is a small problem: in January-February, the water temperature drops to 17-18 degrees Celsius. It will be not very comfortable for those who are especially chilly to swim, but for those who like to cheer up it is the best.

Alexander: Arab Emirates offer a lot of entertainment, and vacation here is not only beach. You can try snowboarding in the desert, ride a ziplane over skyscrapers at a speed of 80 km / h, to be at the height of the 125th floor or bet on a camel in camel races. In general, the activities here are unique and unusual. Many tourists go for them.

Maldives

This direction will not suit everyone, as the price tag here is not budget and cheap does not happen. Rest here is more relaxed, but sea activities can also be found. Tourists are offered fishing, snorkeling, diving, sea kayaking and windsurfing.

Where to go for diving in winter?

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When winter comes in Russia, divers extend the season in warm countries. Now open Egypt, Tunisia, Cyprus, Greece, Maldives, Dominican Republic, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Cuba, Costa Rica – each of these countries has an infrastructure that allows you to make safe dives with certified instructors. Here in November-December the water temperature is comfortable, diving from the shore is possible and the so-called daily-diving, when the ship with divers goes to sea in the morning and returns in the evening.

Separately, it should be noted the possibility of safari diving in Egypt, Mexico, Costa Rica, Maldives and Cuba – here enthusiastic divers come directly from the airport to the pier, from which the yacht goes to sea for 5-7 days.

The program of such a tour includes accommodation right on board with daily diving. In addition, warm seas allow you to train in open water and hone your swimming skills. In order to get the effect, you should exercise at least 40 minutes daily at an active pace – in this case you will get a good cardio workout.