Italy is one continuous resort, where you can go for an inexpensive vacation with children, young people and elderly tourists. On all sides, the island with a long history is surrounded by the water element, so the choice of beach resorts here is very large for every taste, interest and budget. There are plenty of diving and surfing options, sandy and pebble coastlines, tranquil or active resorts, and historic palaces and castles.
Therefore, below we will conduct a small excursion in which we will consider where it is better to relax in Italy, as well as provide the necessary information that will be useful to any traveler when planning a vacation on the island. Consider the beach resorts in Italy for families with children, options for more budget places and directions where you should go for an excursion, where young people should fly, note the best beaches, prices for tours, as well as weather conditions that tourists should expect in the summer.
Where to relax in Italy in the summer?
There are a lot of beach resorts in Italy, as this is the only peninsula in the world, which is washed on all sides by five seas. In addition, the number of beaches marked with a blue flag for cleanliness in this country is increasing every year.
The cost of tours to Italian resorts is very different, but basically a high level of service implies good prices for the quality of services. Therefore, if budget resorts on average can cost 23-25 thousand rubles per person (Rimini), then a good high-quality and not very crowded resort will cost no less than 80 thousand rubles (Sicily).
The country has a temperate climate, warm sunshine, lush greenery and a long beach season. In many of Italy's beach resorts, you can soak up the coastline from early May to late October.
And also, when planning a trip to Italy on their own or by buying a voucher, a tourist should know a few rules that are important to follow in order not to be punished by the law. For example, the fact that it is impossible to be on the municipal beach at night from one to five in the morning. Therefore, it will not be possible to spend the night on the seashore in one of the most romantic places on the planet, otherwise the guardians of law and order will have to pay for violation of about 150 euros.
Special slippers for the beach also do not interfere, they protect both from pebbles and from hot sand underfoot.
Best Beach Resorts
"Taste and color" preferences in a beach vacation are different, but still, among all the available beaches in Italy, several of the best can be distinguished:
- Fetovaia beach nao elba — located in the lagoon, has a calm descent and soft sands, which is perfect for kids.
- Sardinia beaches — these are amazing landscapes, beautiful sea, sandy beach, mountains, palms, pines and many other vegetation. They are considered one of the best places to have a rest in Italy by the sea. When planning your trip on your own, a selection of accommodations will come in handy.
- Sicily beaches inspire and fascinate with their beauty and unusual slopes. There are beaches with crystal water, soft sand, and beautiful cliffs on the coast. Accommodation in Sicily.
- Costa Smeralda (Emerald Coast) is one of the elite beaches, where the infrastructure is very clean and well-developed.
- Sorrento and Salerno — resort areas, which significantly differ in their quality and level of service provided. Clean beaches, moderate number of tourists. Salerno is perfect for a vacation with children and a calm, measured holiday. There is not only where to relax, but also what to see: cathedrals, architecture, incredible landscapes and a leisurely mood will help you enjoy your vacation to the fullest.
Vacation by the sea near Rome and Venice
If the question is, which resorts to choose for a holiday by the sea near Rome and Venice, then here you should pay attention to Anzio, which is located 40 km from Rome. A cozy paradise, reasonable prices, a gentle entrance to the Tyrrhenian Sea and a lot of water activities. This place is perfect for those who do not want to travel far from the capital and prefer to combine beach holidays with excursions.
Or a town Terracina 1.5 hours drive from Rome, which is famous for its peace and quiet. Not far from Venice there are resorts such as Lignano and Lido di Jesolosuitable for families. The latter has a variety of entertainment: Water Park, tennis courts, swimming pools, cinemas, etc.
Where to go to Italy by sea with children?
Very often the whole family goes on vacation and it is important to take into account that the depth and purity of the sea is important for young children. Despite the fact that the most popular resort for Russian tourists Rimini very suitable for families with children on the seashore and a gentle entrance to the sea, as well as the presence of all kinds of theme parks and entertainment, nannies on the beach and swings with slides, yet the city is not suitable for a relaxing holiday.
It's all about the large gathering of young people in the season, and the temperature of the water: at the beginning or at the end of the season, when the influx of people is not very large, the sea is not yet completely warmed up. Therefore, you should pay attention to the quieter and less crowded resorts with a good beach. However, Rimini is still included in the cheap resorts in Italy for families with children, which include Lido di Jesolo... There is a water park, an amusement park, and comfortable beaches for children.
One of the best places to children - rest in Sicily, where in hotels you will be offered a separate children's menu, clean sandy beaches, mild climate and calm sea. The pools have clean sea water. Sorrento, where retired Europeans often go, are a few more options for family vacations. Here rest will be calm and measured. And also Salerno, where a safe rest will be provided for your child in each hotel or you can order a nanny if necessary.
The Tuscan Riviera will offer its guests even soft sands and a comfortable coastline. However, it should be borne in mind that good conditions will cost a little more.
Excursion holidays in Italy
This is a country of centuries-old history, so thousands of people come here to get closer to the monuments of great culture. The uniqueness of the country lies in the fact that due to its location in the summer it is possible not only to visit cultural monuments, but also to soak up the warm Mediterranean coast or vice versa: not only sunbathe, but also touch the beauty (visit museums, excursions, castles, etc.) ...
For example, coming to Rome, Venice or Florence, guests of the country have a great opportunity to visit the nearest beaches that are located nearby. Or, thanks to good transport links, you can go on excursions to historical monuments from almost any beach resort.
And for those who wish to diversify their vacation, the option of a historical resort town, such as Amalfi (Salerno), is suitable, where you can enjoy the Byzantine mosaic, architecture of ancient times, the Church of St. Andrew (all sights) and beach holidays without leaving the city. ...
And if you still order excursions around the country, then it is better to do this in local bureaus, since their cost is mostly fixed, and travel agencies can increase the price with their interest.
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Inexpensive resorts in Italy for a holiday by the sea
Italy, in principle, is not a cheap country. Therefore, when arriving on the Italian coastline, you should not expect to have a budget vacation, as, for example, in Turkey, Bulgaria or Montenegro. However, relatively inexpensive places can still be identified. But it should be borne in mind that the low price entails a low level of service and a large number of tourists.Inexpensive resorts in Italy on the Adriatic coast are Rimini and Lido di Jesolo.
IN Rimini there are enough inexpensive hotels, so a lot of young people come here. During the season, it is crowded here and it is difficult to find a free seat even on a paid beach. However, it is worth considering the unspoken rule of Italian beaches, according to which, occupying a place five meters from the coast, a tourist has the right not to pay anything. This resort is suitable for outdoor activities. The infrastructure is well developed here: amusement parks, a water park, cafes, shops, and a transport interchange.
Since the motorway passes through the city, it is easy to get anywhere in the country for sightseeing. On average, tours to Rimini hotels with an economy option start from 54 thousand rubles with breakfast for two. However, for this cost, it is not always worth counting on 3 stars, as stated. Hotels usually pull 1 or 2.
Lido di Jesolo - a calmer and more measured resort. The 15 km coastline is represented by golden sands. For excursions, you can go to Venice, which is 35 km away, or Verona. Here, the cost will be slightly higher than in Rimini, but this is a price for peace, a good beach and comfortable European service.
The most inexpensive tour will cost 87 thousand for two in the hotel (breakfast + dinner).
Another option for a budget vacation is hot tours to local resorts.
When is the best time to go to rest?
When choosing a place to stay in Italy, it is worth clarifying that there are three different climatic zones on the island, so the weather conditions for recreation in different zones of the country, especially its insular part, may differ.
For example, in the south, from March to October, dry hot winds blow from the Sahara, so the temperature can reach 35 degrees. The middle part of the island country has a subtropical Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers (+ 26 ° С), and in the north there is a more moderate climate, where in summer the average temperature reaches + 24 ° С degrees.
That is why it is worth coming to Italy for a beach holiday in summer, and excursion tours in autumn and spring. And when planning a vacation at a specific time, it is still advisable to look at the predicted weather conditions for specific dates.
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