If you enter the phrase “To the Crimea on your own” in the search box, we will see dozens of pages of questions that do not always have comprehensive answers. In this article, we have tried to collect the most frequently asked questions regarding an independent trip to the Crimea and give full answers to them.

Do I need a visa to Crimea?
The first question that arises as soon as we start planning a trip is whether a visa is needed. Citizens of Russia and the CIS countries do not need it, so we only need to choose transport.

What is the best way to go to Crimea?
The second question is how best to go. So, what is the best way to get to Crimea?

Previously, the most popular and economical way to get to the Crimea was . But after the entry of Crimea into the Russian Federation and the aggravated conflict with Ukraine, the railway communication through the territory of this country was eventually stopped.

Since August 2014, a direct train 062CH began to run along the routeMoscow-Kazanskaya - Simferopol-Passthrough the Kerch crossing. First, it goes to the Rostov-on-Don station as part of the 062CH Moscow - Nalchik train, and then the Simferopol cars are connected to another locomotive 562C Rostov-on-Don, which goes to the Crimea (since the beginning of September 2014, however, he began to walk only to Kerch). At the railway station "Caucasus" passengers disembark and transfer to the ferry, next to the port of "Crimea". In the summer of 2014, the Crimean trains were transported separately on a special cargo ferry, so tourists did not have to pack their things. But since autumn, everything has changed. How it will be in the new tourist season - time will tell.

It should be said that in terms of cost, this method of travel is comparable to traveling by plane (unless, of course, you buy air tickets not on the very last days). And the journey takes about 44-46 hours. Therefore, this method is suitable only for those who are afraid of flying or have a passionate love for trains.

Connoisseurs of time and comfort prefer to get to the Crimea by plane. Over the past year, air passengers have noticeably increased. In the early summer of 2014, several flights were launched between Simferopol and 24 cities of the Russian Federation (in particular, from St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Rostov-on-Don, Krasnodar and Orenburg). In the future, their number will only grow. If you take care of purchasing tickets in advance, then it is quite possible to meet 8000-9000 rubles round trip.

In 2015, an extensive flight program is planned in the former military airport "Belbek" in the suburbs of Sevastopol. According to the governor of the city, Sergei Menyailo, regular flights to Moscow, St. Petersburg, Rostov-on-Don and Krasnodar are expected to be launched.

Another option is bus+ferry. This option can not be called convenient, but it is the cheapest. If you are not afraid of all the difficulties associated with traveling by bus, then you can get on it to the port "Caucasus" crossing from Sochi, Anapa, Krasnodar, Krymsk, Temryuk, Tuapse, Astrakhan, and then transfer to the ferry next to Kerch.

In season ( from 05/01/2015 to 09/30/2015), in order to save money, it will be possible to use a single ticket. More about it on the official website RUSSIAN RAILWAYS .

An independent trip to the Crimea by car requires preliminary preparation. You need to plot a route, buy a green card, plan the time of the trip. The advantages of this type of transport are that you are in no way tied to a schedule, and you also have a personal vehicle at your vacation spot. Disadvantages - the cost of gasoline, insurance and fines to traffic police, of which there are a huge number on the highway during the holiday season. How what to bring and how to go.

After we have decided on transport, we choose a resort.

How to choose a resort and where is it better to go with children?
The nature of the Crimean peninsula is diverse, as are the climatic conditions of its various regions. When choosing a resort, we focus only on our own wishes and wallet. may differ significantly.

It is good and easy if only adults go on vacation, who can only take into account their own desires. What to do if children are traveling with you and which resort is better to relax with them?

Where to live in Crimea?
The next task after choosing a resort is the selection of housing in the Crimea. Recreation is pleasant, especially if it is on the seashore. Before going on vacation, we study photos of different resorts, read reviews, communicate with friends and acquaintances. Having decided on a place of rest, we think about housing. When choosing an accommodation option, you should take into account your own financial capabilities and personal preferences. For example, someone will never live in a tent, and someone will not be satisfied with an apartment in a high-rise building for the duration of their vacation.

Where to eat in Crimea?
Arriving on vacation and swimming in the sea, we begin to feel a slight hunger. You can “kill a worm” right on the beach by buying ice cream or in the nearest stall by ordering shawarma. What food options are there in Crimea?

Independent travel to the Crimea has many advantages: freedom of movement, the ability to choose places to eat, and the absence of being tied to a hotel. Going on a package holiday, you will be limited to the tour program, as well as the walls and beach of the hotel. Why not take a chance and go on vacation on your own? Intuition and common sense will help you make the right choice.