I will tell you about the best destinations for seaside vacations in autumn<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Adriatic Sea is considered not too warm for the velvet season, especially in Croatia. Warm water lasts until the end of September in the southern part of the country. But, as in other countries, in September calm comes to Croatia – there are much fewer tourists, housing prices drop by 30% and you can relax here in a calm mood. September climate is less humid, September prices are more humane. For example, we rented these nice apartments in Ba\u0161ka Voda with parking and a balcony<\/a><\/strong> for 55 euros per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n I advise you to look towards the Makarska Riviera<\/strong> – these are the best beaches in Croatia, where the sea water is still warm in September. We rested in Ba\u0161ka-Voda<\/strong> in the middle of September – very warm and beautiful, few people, good prices for apartments. The neighboring village of Brela also has beautiful beaches, but it is a little more difficult to go on excursions by public transport from here. But if you rent a car at Split or Zadar airport, where most flights arrive, traveling around Croatia will not be a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recommend to read: Independent car trip in Croatia \u2013 route, roads and transport costs<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Dubrovnik<\/strong> is the southernmost city in Croatia, where you can go until the beginning of October for a vacation. It’s much less crowded at this time, it’s also cheaper than in the summer and there are some nice beaches near the town. You can really enjoy Dubrovnik only in autumn – it is hot and expensive here in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Montenegrins believe that their seasons have advanced by 15 days compared to other European countries. And indeed – until September 15, there is still a real summer. And autumn comes closer to October. We went there on vacation in September. Clean sea, delicious wines and seafood cuisine, few tourists – this is an ideal combination for those who do not like crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beaches of the Budva Riviera<\/strong> – for every taste and wallet. Small towns or Budva with many hotels, markets and supermarkets – choose what you like. In the Bay of Kotor, the water has warmed up over the summer and a pleasant sunny silence reigns in the wonderful towns of Perast and Herceg Novi. For those who are looking for a budget vacation and want to be sure that there will be warm water in October, you should look towards the south of Montenegro. These are Ulcinj and Bar, where it will be warm even in October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recommend for reading: Boka Kotor Bay \u2013 vacation on the Montenegrin fjord<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Of course, during your vacation, you should not only lie on the beach, but also alternate lazy days with trips to ancient monasteries, fortresses and national parks with high mountain lakes – Black Lake in Durmitor Park and Lake Biograd.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Autumn in Oludeniz<\/strong> is an ideal time for relaxation. I was there in the summer and autumn – compared to the hot summer, October is simply incredible. Until the end of October, paragliders fly here from Mount Babadag, the sea is warm to +23 degrees, prices drop for everything – accommodation and paragliding flights. But these are not all the reasons why you should choose this particular location to continue your personal summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Oludenz<\/strong> is located where the Mediterranean Sea meets the Aegean Sea, and it is very beautiful here. In the region around Fethiye, you can not only relax by the sea. There is a large concentration of interesting historical and natural locations. Between Fethiye<\/strong> and Oludeniz<\/strong> lurks the ghost village of Kayakii<\/strong>, which used to be inhabited by Greeks. In the Valley of Butterflies (although you don’t have to wait for colorful butterflies there in autumn, but species without lepidoptera are quite self-sufficient) you can live in a wild campsite. And in the town of Dalyan<\/strong>, you can feed the Caretta<\/strong>–Caretta<\/strong> loggerhead turtles, which swim freely along the river here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Active recreation is another feature of this coast. Go on a short hike in the Saklikent Gorge<\/strong>, and at the end of the hike, swim in the waterfall. And be sure to fly on a paraglider over Oludeniz Bay – it is incredibly beautiful from a bird’s eye view. And here the well-known Lycian trail<\/strong> begins – I hiked from Fethiye to Kalkan<\/strong>, its best part, where in October it is very pleasant to walk in the mountains and spend the night in a tent overlooking the sea. If you just want to relax and not think about anything – go to the village of Kabak<\/a><\/strong>, which is 20 km from Oludeniz. A wild vacation awaits you here in a picturesque bay where we spent some of the best days of our lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recommend for reading: Lycian coast \u2013 big guide to unusual Turkey<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n The main autumn destination of Portugal is the southern Algarve<\/a><\/strong> region. The majority of vacationers went from the popular resorts of Albufeira<\/strong> or Portim\u00e3o<\/strong>. The sun is not so hot, and the water is a little cooler than in summer. But swimming is still possible if you are not afraid of water with a temperature of +20 degrees. If you are afraid of a cold current, it is better to choose resorts closer to Spain, such as Faro. There are huge sandy beaches and it has its own airport, which is only 20 minutes away from the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is better to go to Portugal in autumn for a more or less active vacation: the weather can be unpredictable, so counting only on the beach is risky. But I also swam in the middle of November – the water is invigorating, but it was nice on the beach. And here it’s nice to walk along the paths along the ocean – it’s especially beautiful from Cape San Vincente or Sagres<\/strong>, where one of the most beautiful beaches of this coast is located, to Lagos with its yellow rocks in the middle of blue water. Very beautiful sea slopes, incredible wild beaches – all this without crowds of people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Recommend for reading: Alentejo Coast \u2013 where to find the most beautiful wild beaches in Portugal<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nCroatia – South Dalmatia<\/h2>\n\n\n
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