Rest with children in Lazarevskoye

Lazarevskoye for many generations of Russians is a favorite summer vacation spot. Here, in the children's seaside camps, parents came, when they themselves were still small, and, in due time, their parents. Many people choose this resort village in the Krasnodar region for the rest of their children today.

From the middle of the last century, this is no longer a village, but a microdistrict of the city of Sochi. Yes, and the tourist infrastructure has taken a step forward, but what has remained unchanged, for which Lazarevskoye is loved at all times - impressive nature, warm and affectionate sea, southern sun and healing air, saturated with the aromas of eucalyptus, cypress and pine trees. We will try to tell about how to make a holiday in Lazarevskoye with the whole family unforgettable in this article.

The climate in Lazarevskoye is mild subtropical, very humid and comfortable. Strong winds do not happen because of the proximity of the mountains, and the heat, even in the middle of summer, is easily transferred because of the breezes blowing from the sea.

The beach season starts at the very beginning of May, many Russians already on May holidays come here to relax on the beach. It is too early to swim, the water is not warmed up to 20 degrees, but you can already sunbathe.

The beaches of Lazarevsky at this time are packed to capacity, and prices for all are rising significantly - from 40 to 80%. However, even with such dynamics, they are significantly lower than the average Sochi rates, and therefore hundreds of thousands of tourists rush here.

High season is not the best time for a family holiday with young children, because crowded beaches and noise do not contribute to a peaceful resort life of an infant. However, if the family has children older than three years, then you can plan a vacation for July-August. With babies, it is best to go to Lazarevskoye in the second half of May - the first half of June, and then - in the velvet season - in September and until the beginning of October. True, evenings at the beginning of autumn are already quite cool, but in the afternoon it is warm - up to 24-26 degrees, the sea remains warm - the water in September is heated to 22 degrees.

From the middle of autumn in Lazarevskoye you can go to one of the resorts. At this time, prices for wellness holidays reach their minimum.

In winter, they mostly come here for treatment of nervous and musculoskeletal problems, but chronic respiratory diseases and any illnesses of the respiratory system are best treated in the spring and autumn, when the air becomes truly curative, filled with the aromas of conifers.

Autumn and spring are also considered the best time to explore the many attractions of the former village, which, by the way, is almost 4,000 years old. In winter, it often rains in Lazarevskoye, sometimes with snow. At this time, life here literally freezes. Sanatoriums and health resorts continue to work, you can visit the mineral springs.

There are three ways to get to Lazarevsky: by air, by rail and by car.

An airplane is fast, but rather expensive. Arrival Airport - Adler. From there you can get to the resort microdistrict by bus (about 3 hours on the way), by taxi - about 2-2.5 hours on the road or by train. Taxi drivers in Adler take about 3,000 rubles to Lazarevsky. Routers in the high season generally go according to one known to them schedule, while the prices for the transportation of passengers they change depending on demand.

By car, you can get there without any problems if you don't drive too far. The M-27 highway leads to the village, with the M-4 Don, it should be turned in the Dzhubga area. Part of the way will have to move along mountain serpentine, this section of the road after Dzhubga is better left for daytime - at night it is difficult and dangerous to move around.

It is possible to settle in Lazarevskoye in hotels and guest houses, as well as in boarding houses, sanatoriums and in the private sector. Let's look at the advantages and disadvantages of each type of placement:

Pros: Ability to stay in comfort inexpensively with meals.

Minuses: Many services are provided for individual money, the amount of payment is not calculated in advance.

• "Victoria - rest" - boarding house in Lazarevskoye, suitable for staying with children, located 100 m from the beach. Spa center on the basis of the boarding house offers healing treatments. For children there is a playground and a mini-club, rental of children's bicycles, cars. It is possible to use the services of a babysitter at a reasonable price. For guests there is a swimming pool, which always maintains a certain water temperature. In summer, meals are included in the price of meals three times a day, according to the Buffet type; in the fall, in the winter and in spring, guests are offered only a continental breakfast. Prices start from 2000 per day per guest.

• "Harmony" - a boarding house, which offers guests not only to relax on the beach, which is located 60 meters away, but also to improve their health. A large treatment block receives patients with congenital and acquired heart defects, diabetes. For the youngest guests there is a separate children's pool filled with mineral water. There is a game space, animators work. The cost starts from 750 rubles per guest per day.

• "Grenada" - pension 300 meters from the coastline. Near the residential buildings there are several swimming pools, including children’s, as well as sports grounds. They feed three times a day on a customized menu. The pension has a diving club located on its own beach. The cost of the permit starts at about 900 rubles per day from each guest.

• "Starfish" - a boarding house offering treatment for children and adults suffering from nervous ailments and diseases of the musculoskeletal profile. It is located near the train station, right on the seashore. It has its own dolphinarium, in which not only shows, but also swimming sessions with dolphins are held. The pension will be inexpensive - about 500 rubles per person per day. Meals are not included in this amount - you will have to pay extra for three meals in the local canteen.

In addition, for a family holiday with kids, you can consider other options on the territory of Lazarevsky: "Daisy", "Seagull", "Red Carnation". Prices in each of them are quite affordable - from 600 to 1,500 rubles per day from each guest.

Pros: Excellent medical base for little money.

Minuses: Most of the sanatoriums do not take children up to 4 years old to rest and treat.

• "Aurora". This is a military sanatorium with an excellent medical and diagnostic base. The beach is located 300 meters from the residential building. On the territory of the sanatorium there is a swimming pool with sea water, children's playgrounds. The cost of the permit includes three meals a day. Here are ready to accept children from 4 years.The cost per person per day starts from 1000 rubles.

• "Turquoise". This resort is located in the heart of Lazarevsky. Equipped beach is located 70 meters from the residential buildings. The voucher includes three meals a day on a customized menu. Children here are accepted from 4 years, for them there is a game room, animation, a playground. The cost of living is from 1400 rubles per person per day.

• "Odyssey". This sanatorium in Lazarevskoye is not the cheapest category, but it's worth it. Indoor and outdoor pools, a children's pool with slides and a waterfall, playgrounds, animation and a real marine club. By the way, children are accepted here from any age. The territory has its own Orthodox church. The sanatorium offers accommodation in the "all inclusive" system in a lightweight version (without alcohol). The cost of living is about 3400 rubles per person per day.

In addition, there are other sanatoriums in Lazarevskoye, where accommodation conditions with children need to be specified in advance: “Lazarevskoye”, “Semashko”, “South”, “Quiet Don”.

Pros: A wide range of services at reasonable prices. Developed children's infrastructure.

Cons: No hotels are working on the system "all inclusive". Only three meals a day.

Of the many hotels and mini-hotels in Lazarevsky, the following options are most suitable for families with children:

• Prometheus (SPA-hotel).
• Eco-hotel "Lake Divnoye".
• Hotel Laza Hall.
• Hotel complex "Hazel".
• Hotel La Mancha.
• Private sector.

Pros: Possibility to save on accommodation.

Minuses: Domestic difficulties and "troubles."

In the private sector of Lazarevsky, you can rent a room in the house, and several rooms, and the whole house. The closer to the sea, the more expensive. Prices in the "high" season increase by 70-80%. For an average room, you will have to pay from 500 to 4,000 rubles per day, a cottage by the sea will cost 8,000-12,000 rubles.

The beaches in Lazarevsky have a total length of about 7 kilometers. The descent into the water almost everywhere is gentle and smooth, which is an undoubted advantage for families with children. All areas are equipped, they are monitored, there is always the opportunity to rent beach equipment.

Coating - pebble. Public beaches are free, and bathing places owned by resorts and sanatoriums will have to buy an entrance ticket.

In Lazarevskoye you can take part in various excursions, numerous excursion bureaus are always ready to offer an interesting leisure option. The most popular excursions in recent years:

• Dolmens Lazarevsky.
• Excursion trip to Abkhazia on a yacht.
• Bus ride "33 Lazarevsky Falls".
• Tea plantations.
• Excursion to the Svir gorge.
• Excursion to the Olympic town and Krasnaya Polyana.
• Tiger caves.

Even anywhere without leaving the resort microdistrict, you can spend time with benefits. It is enough to know which sights and entertainment in Lazarevskoy are of most interest to families with children:

• Recreation Park. A huge Ferris wheel in the heart of Lazarevsky will provide an opportunity to look at the surroundings from a height of 80 meters. There are many attractions, including the circuit. On the territory of the park there is an aquarium, a dolphinarium and a penguin.
• Mamedovo gorge. With older children, you can send to the ancient gorge associated with the beautiful Adyghe legend about Mamed, the local Susanin, which was saved by the whole settlement from the Turks with its life. Angry enemies sharpened him in this ravine. Getting to the gorge is not difficult - from the sanatorium "Yantar" about 2 kilometers on foot following the signs.
• Waterpark "Starfish". The object is located in the same pension.On the area of ​​more than a hectare there are several pools, including, with sea water, 11 slides, including aqua rafting - descent from a high hill on inflatable rafts. On the territory of the water park there is a cafe, photo shows, souvenir shops.

Acclimatization in a child will not be difficult and protracted, if parents do not rush to sea procedures. After arriving during the day, it is advisable to just breathe the local air, and only then proceed to the beach holiday.

Before traveling to Lazarevskoye, consult a pediatrician about the possibility of giving your child a vaccine against rotavirus infection. During the peak season (in July and August), the so-called “intestinal flu” is transmitted here with water, both sea water and water in the pool.

In it, he will be able to injure his legs without any risk of walking on a pebble beach, as well as swimming. Quite often, when you descend into the water at the bottom come across quite tangible and sharp cobblestones.

Do not buy any products and treats on the beach, no matter how much a child asks (ice cream or churchkhela). Such food can be life-threatening, especially in hot weather.

Most parents recommend Lazarevskoye to relax, emphasizing that there is a very clear sea, beautiful landscapes. The complaints of moms and dads are caused by local canteens and cafes in the village, where tourists are not selling the highest quality food at inflated prices.

Those who have experience in living in the private sector claim that there is often no electricity in Lazarevskoye, which causes a lot of inconvenience, given that most of the stoves in their houses are electric.

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