An inexpensive holiday in the Carpathians for Christmas has become a reality today. It is suitable for couples with children, couples in love, a noisy company of friends, and work colleagues. In the winter time, it is especially beautiful here and the festive atmosphere reigns. Vacationers will get a lot of positive emotions and bright impressions that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. Lovers of active recreation will also not have to be bored, because they are waiting for ATV rides on snowy slopes, skiing, fun hikes in the mountains and other exciting activities. It is enough to spend Christmas in the Carpathians once, and you will definitely want to come here again.
Christmas traditions of the Carpathians
Holidays in the Carpathians for Christmas are good because you will have the opportunity to get acquainted with unique traditions and rituals. In western Ukraine, they are passed down from generation to generation and are carefully observed. However, customs may differ in different parts of the western region.
At Christmas, young people sing carols in the houses of neighbors and relatives, praising the owners of the house and Christ. For performing songs, young people are given money and treated with Christmas food. It is important that the guy comes first to carol. If you don't let the carolers into the house, luck will leave it.
The main purpose of this rite is to ensure a high harvest this year, to attract wealth and well-being to the house. Sowing is usually done by children in the morning. During it, they simulate sowing and sprinkle the threshold of the house with grains of wheat, barley, millet and rye.
On the eve of Christmas, all family members gather at the table. Dinner is started only after the rising of the first star, and until then it is advisable not to eat anything. According to tradition, 12 Lenten dishes are served on the table: kutya, dumplings, borscht, soup, cabbage rolls, fish, pies, compote, sweets, etc. Being late for dinner or getting up from the table during it is considered a bad omen.
This delicious drink will warm the cold season and put you in a good mood for Christmas. Mulled wine is prepared according to ancient recipes directly on the fire and, be sure, you will not try a tastier mulled wine.
- A trip to the House of Saint Nicholas
St. Nicholas House is organized with the support of a public organization as a social project. Its goal is to present joy and an unforgettable fairy tale to children from all over Ukraine. Here, children will be able to take part in New Year's competitions and receive gifts from Saint Nicholas. Free sweet treats are prepared for all visitors.
Tanks is a worthy alternative to baths and saunas. It is a large, thick-walled cast-iron vessel placed over an open fire. The tank is filled with heated mineral or spring water, or water with the addition of a decoction of healing herbs. Bathing in tanks has a health-improving effect on the body and helps improve a person's condition with a number of diseases. Periodically, it must be alternated with immersion in a cold bath and a natural reservoir. The bathing process takes place outdoors or indoors. Swimming in the fresh air in the winter amid picturesque landscapes is considered particularly chic. Tanks are cleaned and disinfected after each use.
The snow tube is an inflatable chamber made of high-strength elastic rubber. The bottom is made of hard plastic. On the sides, the inflatable sled is equipped with handles that allow you to control your balance during descent. Snow tubing is absolutely safe, it does not require special skills or physical training. Both adults and children will like the entertainment.
Snowmobiling in Transcarpathia combines extreme and the opportunity to enjoy beautiful mountain landscapes. Vacationers will be able to feel like pioneers and conquerors of mountain peaks. Itineraries are designed in such a way that tourists see as many interesting places as possible. It is recommended to go on the trip in a comfortable winter suit made of windproof and waterproof fabric. Driving a snowmobile is quite simple, even a novice can handle it. It is enough to study with an experienced instructor.
This type of entertainment attracts extremes from all cities of Ukraine and European countries. Tourists will be able to experience true freedom and overcome their fear of heights while traveling on snow-covered tracks. Snowboarding is associated with the risk of injury, so it is necessary to be trained by an instructor. It is better for beginner snowboarders to start with gentle slopes with few trees.
Skiing in nature is a good way to get away from your daily routine, stretch your body and improve your fitness. It will suit both experienced athletes and beginners. While skiing, vacationers get a charge of cheerfulness and a good mood. In the Carpathians, you can easily find a mountain slope suitable for people with different levels of training. Skiing is better in the company of friends, it will be a guarantee of a pleasant pastime. Necessary equipment and equipment can be rented on favorable terms. You can get to the top with the help of lifts.
Ski resorts in the Carpathians are characterized by developed infrastructure and comfortable recreation conditions. This is the best place for people who want to spend time in good company away from the hustle and bustle of civilization. Here, tourists will be offered various leisure options: from skiing on the mountain slopes to billiards. Today, it is easy to find a good ski resort that successfully combines the criteria of price and quality. The following ski resorts are popular in the Carpathians:
- Verkhniy Studeny (Beskid);
- Izki;
- Pylypets;
- Mezhyhirya;
- Bukovel;
- Zakhar Berkut;
- Dragobat;
- Bukovitsa;
- Volovets;
- Zhdenievo;
- Beauty.
Housing for Christmas in the Carpathians: where you can affordably rent a house
If you plan to celebrate Christmas in the Carpathians with friends or family, the hotel and tourist complex "Lake Vita" is ready to offer you the most comfortable living conditions and a wide program of various entertainment. The tourist complex is located in the Transcarpathian region, in a quiet and ecologically clean place. Near it are picturesque mountains, forest, river and lake. Rest here is always high-quality and unforgettable. The hotel and tourist complex is ideal for people who plan to celebrate Christmas in the Carpathians. It is possible to rent a hotel room or a comfortable wooden house with a wonderful view outside the window. Vacationers will be offered cottages of various comfort levels. There is a restaurant at the recreation center "Lake Vita" that serves exquisite and very tasty dishes made from ecologically clean products. You can also walk here health procedures and regulate the state of mind. They will suit all people regardless of their age and health. The list of services is quite extensive: therapeutic tanks, Finnish sauna, phytobark, massage, hydromassage, manual therapy, physiotherapy, salt room etc. All guests are guaranteed to receive the attention of specialists. You will definitely not be bored in the tourist complex, because there is entertainment for every taste for adults and children. For children, there is a playroom and an outdoor playground. Active lifestyle lovers will be able to go skiing and snowboarding, and in the evening they can play billiards or spend time with friends in the bar. For the organization of corporate parties, you can rent a cozy conference hall designed for 40 people. Treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable vacation in the Carpathians for Christmas!
