In August, the choice of offers for a beach holiday is huge - it is not easy to decide where to fly with a child. Read on for an overview of 8 best seaside destinations with kids in 2021. Learn about interesting excursions, climates and festivals at the end of summer.
Holidays with a child during the peak tourist season are popular with most families. Thanks to the warm sunny weather, parents with children have the opportunity to travel to many countries. There is plenty to do at the seaside resorts at the end of summer. In coastal towns and villages, all attractions and museums are open, travelers are offered interesting tours, and the sea is so warm that children are ready to spend the whole day on the shore.
Coronavirus and quarantine... This review is not about where you can fly to rest abroad, but simply about the best beach destinations for families with children. See the current list of open countries. The choice is small, but at least something! See also where to go in Russia with children.
Russia
In August, the Black Sea and Azov coasts are usually overcrowded. The reasons for the influx of tourists are simple: for a vacation in Russia, you do not need to apply for a visa, solve language problems and take a long plane ride. Domestic resorts are attractive for parents with babies who can hardly tolerate the change of time zones and climate.
When deciding where it is better to relax with a child in August 2021, you need to take into account the climate. At the end of summer, the air on the coast of the Black and Azov Seas in the daytime warms up to +28 ... + 32 ° С, and the water up to +24 ... + 25 ° С. There is high humidity on the Black Sea coast, so rest there is more suitable for a child who does not have respiratory problems. Azov resorts are recommended for children with allergies and metabolic disorders. In addition, dry steppe air perfectly strengthens the health of babies suffering from frequent colds.
It is equally important to choose a suitable place to relax with a child by the sea. Large resort cities - Sochi, Anapa, Gelendzhik and Yeysk - are popular with those who travel with older children. In the city it is always easier to solve the food issue, buy the necessary medicines and negotiate with the nanny. In large resort centers, there are many interesting attractions and museums. There are dolphinariums and water parks here, and children do not have to be bored.
It is not necessary to stay in a hotel in a seaside town. You can always rent a city apartment or a private house during your vacation. There are also many suggestions in guest houses. Familiar household amenities, washing machine and kitchen make family vacations much easier!
Small coastal villages are more often chosen by parents with babies. They are attracted by the abundance of greenery, secluded beaches, the absence of noisy discos and a large crowd of people. Settlements such as Krinitsa, Shakhe, Dederkoy or Peresyp have well-established transport links with major tourist centers, so a trip to a neighboring city does not turn into a big problem.
Spain
Fans of Mediterranean resorts in Spain know the answer to the question of where to fly to the sea with children in August 2021. The infrastructure of Spanish resorts is perfect for families, and the flight to this country does not take long.
In August, the air temperature on the Costa Blanca, Costa Brava, Costa Dorada and Costa de Almeria rises to +32 ... + 34 ° С. Due to the heat, the owners of shops and souvenir shops stop working during the day and indulge in a traditional siesta. Parents with children follow their example and try to spend midday hours not near the sea, but in hotel pools or on excursions.
The Mediterranean Sea in August is warm + 24 ... + 26 ° С, and children swim and play near the water for a long time. In addition to a beach holiday, you can take your child to the Port Aventura amusement park, visit Spanish water parks, dolphinariums and zoos. With older children, it is interesting to go on excursions to Barcelona, Girona and Madrid or go to the grandiose August holiday - the Big Week in Bilbao.
France
A great solution for a summer vacation is to fly with your child to the resorts of France. At the end of summer, the most favorable conditions for a beach holiday come here, so the traditional French holidays fall in July and August.
The Mediterranean Sea off the coast of France is warm + 24 ... + 26 ° С, and in Nice its temperature reaches +27 ... + 28 ° С. On the beaches of the Atlantic in August it is cooler, it rains more often, and the sea water is rarely warmer than + 20 ° C.
The beaches of the Côte d'Azur are great for families with children by the sea in August. Nice is the choice for lovers of pebble beaches, and Cannes for sandy ones. You can go to Corsica with your child, but keep in mind that in August many tourists gather there.
There is an opinion that luxury French resorts are available only to the cream of society. This is partly true. However, those who can only afford a budget vacation will definitely find a place on the Cote d'Azur! It is enough to know a few secrets: look for inexpensive accommodation far from the sea and book hotels on the French Riviera in advance.
Poland
A great idea - to go with your child in August to the seaside resorts of Poland! At the end of summer, the air on Polish beaches warms up to +20 ... + 25 ° С. The Baltic Sea is not warm. Even at the height of summer, the temperature in it does not rise above + 20 ° C. This water is too cool for kids, but schoolchildren like it. The mild maritime climate of the Baltic is suitable for children with chronic diseases or poor heat tolerance.
The Baltic coast of Poland stretches for more than 500 km. It is carved with picturesque sand dunes and high cliffs. There are 600 sandy beaches, one third of which are equipped for beach recreation. Almost everywhere the entrance to the water is shallow, which is very convenient for small children. Lifeguards are constantly on duty on the official beaches and "paddling pools" for kids have been created.
Families with children love to come to Sopot, Swinoujscie, Lebe, Krynica Morska, Dabki, Nechozhe, Hel, Ustka and Kolobrzeg. These Polish resorts have become popular due to the clean air, beautiful pine and beech forests and the lack of crowds of tourists. In Miedzyzdroje, in addition to a beach holiday, you can improve your health on mineral springs and visit the picturesque Wolin National Park.
Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia
In August, it is good to swim and sunbathe on the sea with a child on the beautiful beaches of the Baltic countries - Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia. Holidays in the Baltic are popular with tourists who want to relax in a temperate climate zone and do not like stuffiness and the scorching sun. In August, the air temperature on the Baltic Sea coast reaches + 27 ° С, and sea water - about +21 ... + 23 ° С.
Rest on the Riga seaside is recommended for kids who find it difficult to endure the summer heat. The most popular places for parents with children are Jurmala, Liepaja and the young Latvian resort Ventspils. There are hotels, boarding houses and guest houses designed for different tastes and wallets. The Baltic service is extremely high, so even in 3 * hotels, guests will find impeccable service.
In August, parents and children travel to Klaipeda, Neringa, Nida, Juodkrante and Palanga. Lithuanian beaches are open for free access. Many of the beaches that stretch along the Curonian Spit have been awarded the Blue Flag for their cleanliness and quality of service.
A vacation with children by the sea in Estonia is much cheaper than a vacation in the Canary Islands or the Cote d'Azur. The most popular Estonian beaches are located in Pärnu, on the Saaremaa island, in Haapsalu and in the Narva-Jõesuu resort. The municipal beaches of the Estonian seaside cities are well equipped. You can always find playgrounds for children and cozy cafes on them.
Greece
Tourists who like hot weather love to fly to Greece with their children in August. The Greek word philoxenia, which means "love for wanderers," perfectly conveys the attitude of the inhabitants of this country towards all guests, and especially towards families with children.
In August, in the mainland of Greece and on the islands, the air warms up to +30 ... + 35 ° С, and sea water - up to +24 ... + 25 ° С. For a holiday by the sea with a child, most parents choose the islands. Sea breezes are constantly blowing here - they make it easier to endure the heat of the day.
The most suitable weather is on the island of Corfu. It is located north of the other Greek islands, so the climate there is quite mild. However, in Corfu, precautions must be taken. To prevent children from getting heatstroke, it is better to bring them to the sea before 11:00 and after 17:00, when the level of insolation is not so high. Reviews of tourists about Greece →
Corfu is small in size, and traveling around it does not tire children. In addition to beach holidays and boat trips, with your child you can admire the historical buildings of the island's capital - the city of Kerkyra, look at the ancient fortresses and visit the Museum of Shells. Compared to Rhodes and Crete, there are few attractions in Corfu. The most popular activities for children include the Aqualand water park, exciting excursions on the Kalypso Star speedboat and horseback riding around the island.
India
An excellent alternative to European and African beaches is a seaside vacation with children in 2021 in India. In August, the Asian country is in the midst of the low season. There are few tourists, and travelers save on accommodation and excursions.
Should you fly to India on vacation with your child in August? Many parents are wary of monsoons. Indeed, it rains almost every day from the clouds that bring southwestern winds to the continent. However, warm showers occur mainly at night and do not in the least interfere with a pleasant beach holiday. If a storm still rises on the sea, tourists swim in the hotel pools.
When choosing a place to relax with children by the sea, keep in mind that at the end of summer it is less hot on the west coast of the Bay of Bengal than on the east. In August, the sea water temperature rises to + 27 ... + 29 ° С, and in shallow water it can be even warmer.
India is a country with a rich history and colorful traditions, so a child will be curious to look at unusual temples and rituals. In mid-August, Indians celebrate Independence Day with concerts, fireworks and lavish parades throughout the country.
England
The resorts of Foggy Albion are one of the most unusual places to relax with a child at sea in August. We're used to associating England with double-decker buses and puddings and don't know that there are several resorts in the south of the country with excellent pebble and sandy beaches.
The swimming season on them lasts until the end of August, and the temperature of the sea water is +19 ... + 20 ° С. Holidays in England are liked by everyone who does not like the hot sun and wants to combine beach pleasures with interesting excursions to archaeological sites, ancient fortresses and castles.
On the banks of the English Channel is the popular expensive resort of Brighton, whose beaches have been awarded the Blue Flag. Many parents with children stay in the cities of Newport and Eastbourne, in the resort of St. Helier or in the resort area of Torbay, which is also called the English Riviera.
Where else to relax with children in August 2021
In addition to the countries listed in the review, in August 2021 you can have a good rest in Georgia with your child. The road to the Black Sea coast does not take long. To enter Georgia, Russians do not need to apply for a visa, and the rest turns out to be quite budgetary.
If the child tolerates long-distance flights well, you should pay attention to the seaside resorts of Brazil, Venezuela, Peru, Chile, Mexico and Argentina. Vacation in the Western Hemisphere is more expensive than in Europe and North Africa. However, the opportunity to get acquainted with the culture and traditions of American countries is worth the effort and money!
A great option for a vacation in August by the sea is to go with your child to "East Hawaii". This is the name of the large tropical island of Hainan, which is located in the south of China. August is the rainy season and monsoons dominate Hainan. Despite this, vacation on the island does not lose its attractiveness. During the day, the air temperature reaches +30 ... + 32 ° С, and sea water +28 ... + 30 ° С. During your August vacation in Hainan with your baby, you can enjoy the warm sea, stroll through tropical parks and relax on the healing thermal springs.
