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What Day in September is Labor Day 2024? Best, worst days for travel, traffic

One of the busiest travel weekends of the year is quickly approaching – we’re a little less than two weeks away from the start of Labor Day weekend 2024 .

For many, the three-day weekend marks the end of the summer. And since Florida is one of the most popular summer destinations in the U.S., it makes sense that one of Florida’s most touristy cities is in AAA’s list of the top Labor Day destinations in the U.S. this year.

Here’s when Labor Day 2024 is , which Florida city is among AAA’s top domestic destinations for the three-day weekend and the best and worst days and times for traffic this Labor Day weekend.

What day in September is Labor Day 2024?

Labor Day is always celebrated on the first Monday in September . This year, Labor Day will be Monday, September 2.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor , Labor Day is “an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers.” 

“The holiday is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being.”

Where are the most popular Labor Day destinations?

“According to AAA booking data, overall domestic travel over Labor Day weekend is up 9% compared to last year, while the cost to travel domestically is down 2%,” AAA’s Labor Day travel trends report says.

Orlando, Florida unsurprisingly ranked high on AAA’s list of the top 10 most popular Labor Day weekend destinations in the U.S. for 2024, in second place, right behind Seattle, Washington.

Here’s AAA’s list of the top 10 most popular Labor Day weekend destinations in the U.S. this year:

• Seattle, Washington
• Orlando, Florida
• Anchorage, Alaska
• New York, New York
• Boston, Massachusetts
• Las Vegas, Nevada
• Denver, Colorado
• Chicago, Illinois
• Juneau, Alaska
• San Francisco, California

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What is the busiest travel day this Labor Day weekend?

According to AAA’s Labor Day weekend travel outlook for 2024, you should avoid driving on Thursday and Friday evening. And if you’re planning to travel home on Sunday, the earlier you leave, the better.

“INRIX, a provider of transportation data and insights, says car travelers should avoid the afternoon and early evening hours of Thursday and Friday, as those times will be the most congested,” AAA’s report said. 

“Drivers should hit the road in the morning unless they’re leaving on Saturday when the best time to travel by car is in the afternoon. Travelers returning on Sunday and on Labor Day should leave as early as possible to avoid heavy traffic in the afternoon.”

Here are the best and worst times to travel by car this Labor Day weekend, according to AAA and INRIX:

• Thursday, August 29 – Before 11 a.m.
• Friday, August 30 – Before noon, after 7 p.m.
• Saturday, August 31 – After noon
• Thursday, August 29 – 1 p.m. through 7:30 p.m.
• Friday, August 30 – 2 p.m. through 6 p.m.
• Saturday, August 31 – 8 a.m. through 11 a.m.
• Sunday, September 1 – Before noon
• Monday, September 2 – Before 10 a.m.
• Tuesday, September 3 – After 1 p.m.
• Sunday, September 1 – 2 p.m. through 8 p.m.
• Monday, September 2 – 11 a.m. through 8 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 3 – 8 a.m. through noon

Is Labor Day a working holiday or a federal holiday?

Labor Day is one of 11 federal holidays in the U.S.

Here are all 11 federal holidays:

• New Year’s Day - Jan. 1
• Martin Luther King’s Birthday - 3rd Monday in January
• Washington’s Birthday - 3rd Monday in February
• Memorial Day - last Monday in May
• Juneteenth National Independence Day - June 19
• Independence Day - July 4
• Labor Day - 1st Monday in September
• Indigenous People's Day - 2nd Monday in October
• Veterans’ Day - Nov. 11
• Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November
• Christmas Day - Dec. 25

What days of the week are the best days to fly this Labor Day weekend?

Here are the best and worst days to fly on Labor Day weekend, according to NerdWallet.com . This list is based on an average from the past four years. The days are listed in order, from the most to least busy travel days of the week of Labor Day.

• Friday before Labor Day (most crowded)
• Thursday before
• Labor Day Monday
• Sunday after
• Friday after
• Monday after
• Monday before
• Thursday after
• Tuesday after
• Wednesday before
• Sunday before
• Saturday before
• Wednesday after
• Tuesday before
• Saturday after (least crowded)

Contributing reporting:  Brandon Girod , Pensacola News Journal and Samantha Neely , USA TODAY Network-Florida

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What's the rush.

Taking a trip these days is all about taking your time.

The "slowcation" is the hottest new trend in vacationing this summer as travelers look to book longer trips with a slower pace , writes Business Insider's Joey Hadden.

It's hard to pinpoint what a "slowcation" entails, but it's generally about spending more time in a location than jet-setting around to maximize your Instagram feed. One report on the trend describes it as "exploring somewhere on a deeper level" and "making space mentally and physically for things to happen spontaneously."

The result has been travelers taking longer trips. One luxury travel agency told Joey 11-day vacations are now the most commonly booked trips. (The irony of writing about this trend after only taking two days off from work isn't lost on me.)

A catalyst for "slowcations" has been a focus on destressing. Whether it's fears over the economy, the job market, the election, or something else, Americans have plenty to be worried about. Adding a multi-stop vacation to the mix isn't the best way to unwind.

Not everyone has the luxury of a longer vacation, but you can still optimize trips.

US workers, on average, take 11 days off a year , meaning a two-week vacation isn't realistic for many. But as a self-appointed expert of the short-term trip, here are some tips to make the most of your time off.

Clean before you leave. Between packing, confirming trip details, and wrapping up work, you've got enough on your plate before heading out the door. But tidying up goes a long way when you finally get back home.

Always book the early flight in. Not everyone's a morning person, but a late flight can cost you in the long run. You're less likely to get stuck with delays in the morning, especially in the summer when afternoon and evening thunderstorms can lay havoc on flights .

Don't forget the most important meal of the day. I've skipped my fair share of breakfasts, but carving out time for it on vacation keeps me on track. The food and caffeine serves as fuel ( it doesn't have to be fancy ) and you can figure out what you want to accomplish for the day.

Book the early flight out. I know what you're thinking: "If I'm trying to maximize my trip, shouldn't I leave as late as possible?" Flash cut to you milling around a Hudson News store at your terminal three hours before your flight because you're tired of dragging your bags around and just want to go home. First one in; first one out.

Give yourself an extra day at home. If you can spare a bit more time, don't be afraid to spend it at home. Heading into work right after vacation is a great way to destroy the relaxing vibes you accrued. But knowing you have an extra day or two once you get home — I call it an "encore vacation" — makes your actual trip that much sweeter.

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These are the top 10 destinations for Labor Day travel

By Megan Cerullo

Edited By Aimee Picchi

Updated on: August 19, 2024 / 3:56 PM EDT / CBS News

A popular U.S. destination for Labor Day travel is becoming even more desirable as an end-of-summer season vacation spot.

Seattle is the nation's top Labor Day weekend destination, according to AAA booking data, which found that the city jumped 30% in popularity this year for domestic travelers after also topping the list in 2023. 

Overall domestic travel is up by 9%, according to AAA booking data, while the cost of taking trips within the U.S. is down 2%. 

Americans traveling by car can expect to see savings on gas costs. The typical cost for gasoline now stands at about $3.50 a gallon, compared to the national average of $3.81 over Labor Day weekend a year ago. Overall demand for gas is down, driven in part by the pandemic enabling remote work, which has changed driving habits.

Fewer Americans are planning to travel internationally over Labor Day weekend this year compared to 2023, according to AAA data. While the cost of domestic trips are down slightly, the cost of international travel has jumped 11%, according to AAA.

As far as international destinations, countries in Europe are the most popular vacation spots for American travelers. Eight of the top ten international destinations booked through AAA are European cities. 

What is the best time to travel on Labor Day?

Airports and roads will start to get busy beginning on Thursday, Aug. 29, ahead of the Labor Day weekend. Roads are expected to be most congested in the afternoon and early evening on Thursday and Friday, according to Inrix, which provides transportation insights and data.

If you're traveling on Thursday or Friday, aim to hit the road in the morning to avoid traffic jams, experts say. If you aren't taking off until Saturday, it's best to wait until the afternoon to depart. 

"Drivers should expect the most severe traffic jams before the holiday weekend as commuters mix with travelers," Bob Pishue, transportation analyst at Inrix, said in a statement. "Monitoring traffic apps, local news stations, and 511 traveler information services may help drivers navigate around congestion and reduce driver frustration this Labor Day." 

Traffic is expected to be heaviest in the afternoon on Sunday and on Labor Day, Monday, September 2.

Here are the top 10 domestic and international destinations for Labor Day travel. 

Top 10 domestic destinations

• Seattle, WA 
• Orlando, FL
• Anchorage, AK 
• New York, NY 
• Boston, MA 
• Las Vegas, NV 
• Denver, CO 
• Chicago, IL 
• Juneau, AK 

Top 10 international destinations

• Vancouver, BC, Canada 
• Rome, Italy 
• London, England 
• Paris, France 
• Dublin, Ireland 
• Amsterdam, Netherlands 
• Barcelona, Spain 
• Athens, Greece 
• Mexicali, Mexico 
• Edinburgh, Scotland 

Megan Cerullo is a New York-based reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering small business, workplace, health care, consumer spending and personal finance topics. She regularly appears on CBS News 24/7 to discuss her reporting.

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It’s Not Too Late to Book an Affordable Getaway for Labor Day Weekend

It's hard to believe, but the summer travel season is already coming to a close. Even though Labor Day Weekend is less than two weeks away, it’s not too late to score inexpensive flights and cheap hotel stays in some sunny locales. Procrastinators are being rewarded this year, as late-summer airfares in general are trending lower compared to 2023. According to data from the travel booking site Hopper , the average domestic airfare clocks in at $211 round-trip for Labor Day Weekend, which is five percent lower than last year. Even flights to Europe are averaging out to $798 round-trip, which is a 10 percent drop from Labor Day 2023.

As you're booking cheap flights , one factor to keep in mind is that many of the lowest airfares depart from airports that are expected to be the busiest over the holiday weekend, and therefore will likely be fairly hectic. The top five busiest airports over Labor Day will be Los Angeles (LAX), Boston (BOS), San Francisco (SFO), Newark (EWR), and New York -JFK, according to travel search site Kayak .

Whether you’re looking for an outdoor adventure , a lively nightlife scene, or to plop down on a beautiful beach and do nothing, here are seven destinations with affordable flight options—just don't wait too long to book.

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The city skyline in Reykjavik, Iceland

Reykjavik, Iceland

Planning a Labor Day jaunt to the Land of Fire and Ice might sound like a splurge, but in reality, there are tons of affordable airfares still available from major US airports. Flights from New York City to Reykjavik are clocking in as low as $446 round-trip on Hopper, while round trips departing from Boston are as low as $450. Once you arrive in Iceland, you could be treated to one of the most coveted celestial sights: the aurora borealis . Early September is the start of the peak Northern Lights season when night skies start to become darker for longer periods following the near-continuous daylight of summer.

Where to stay in Reykjavik:

• For a five-star experience: The Reykjavik Edition
• For creatives: 101 Hotel
• For classic luxury: Hotel Borg

If you’re looking for outdoor adventure on a budget, a weekend trip to Denver might be your best bet. The average round-trip airfare to Colorado ’s capital for Labor Day Weekend is just $245, according to Kayak. You'll also see round-trip flights from cities like Chicago and San Francisco for as low as $52 and $173 respectively, according to Hopper. Denver offers plenty of jaw-dropping hikes just a short drive from the city. Although temperatures can soar into the 90s on Labor Day, you can cool off at one of Denver’s numerous breweries after a day on the trails.

Where to stay in Denver:

• For understated opulence: The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection
• For an intimate, cool experience: Life House Lower Highlands
• For a stay in a converted church: Unique five-bedroom in Denver

Colorful houses in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

August and September can be tricky months to visit Puerto Rico , as they are smack dab in the middle of hurricane season. While this season has been an active one so far with multiple hurricanes and tropical storms, it’s possible Labor Day could be a period of calm in the Caribbean . For those willing to roll the dice, you’ll find affordable airfare available with routes like Boston to San Juan as low as $167 round trip on Hopper; New York to San Juan flights can be had for as little as $185 round trip. With those savings, you can put the bulk of your travel budget toward a stay in one of the island’s best beachfront hotels , like the Fairmont El San Juan , or the Ritz-Carlton Dorado Beach .

Where to stay in Puerto Rico:

• For beachgoers: Fairmont El San Juan
• For a luxe modern retreat: Ritz-Carlton Dorado Beach
• For a private pool amid a tropical landscape: Airbnb with ocean views

Hopping across the pond is not out of the question for cost-conscious travelers this Labor Day. Some flights into Dublin, Ireland are well below the average airfare for Europe-bound routes. Late summer is one of the best times to visit Dublin , with ideal temperatures that crest in the mid-60s Fahrenheit, and round trips out of Boston are available for as low as $529 on Hopper. Spend the holiday weekend reveling in the city’s exciting dining scene, soaking up art in its famous museums, and of course, ducking into a traditional pub for a pint of Guinness.

Where to stay in Dublin:

• For a hip vibe: The Marker Hotel
• For unbridled Irish luxury: The Westbury
• For a stylish hostel: Generator Hostel Dublin

A beach and lifeguard stand in Miami

Like Puerto Rico, Miami also comes with hurricane risks over Labor Day. Although the threat of a washout doesn’t seem to be curbing travelers’ interest in spending the holiday weekend there: Kayak reports that searches for Labor Day trips to the oceanfront city are up by 22 percent year over year. If you’re willing to bet on sunny skies, you could be rewarded with an affordable beach vacation with access to vibrant nightlife. Cheap flights to Miami for the long weekend are still up for grabs, with round trips on routes from major cities like Dallas as low as $94 on Hopper.

Where to stay in Miami:

• For reasonably priced luxury: Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
• For a South Beach getaway: 1 Hotel South Beach
• For a picturesque, secluded stay: The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne

Looking for a live music scene on the cheap this Labor Day? Then jump on an inexpensive flight to Nashville . Round-trip flights from New York to Music City are still as low as $90 on Hopper. Plus, Kayak’s accommodation search feature shows plenty of well-rated hotels still available for around $200 per night or less. Choose a place to stay that’s close to the action on Lower Broadway but far enough away that you can get a break from the hubbub at night. The Conrad Nashville strikes this balance, as does the W Nashville , with the latter’s lobby a nightlife destination in its own right.

Where to stay in Nashville:

• For traditional glamour: Conrad Nashville
• For stellar nightlife: W Nashville
• For an Instagram-worthy crash pad: Magical, pink one-bedroom Airbnb

Kayakers at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Northern Michigan

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Northern Michigan

There’s nothing quite like the dramatic coastline of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, located along Lake Superior in Northern Michigan . The sheer faces of the area’s sandstone cliffs stand in striking contrast above the lake’s blue and tranquil waters. While summer travelers flock to the national park ’s beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, and forests, it’s still possible to squeeze in an inexpensive visit for Labor Day. Plenty of hotels in the area are still available for $300 per night or less, according to Kayak’s search feature . Although an airlift to the closest airport, Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport (MQT), is costly, the lakeshore is about a five-hour drive from some of the biggest cities in the Midwest, including Chicago , Milwaukee , and Detroit.

Where to stay in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore:

• For a cabin in the woods: Chapel Forest Cabin
• For a cozy, modern two-bedroom: Marquette cottage
• For a fire pit and hot tub: Tiny home for four

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Voronezh is a city located in the central part of European Russia, about 520 km south of Moscow. The administrative center of Voronezh Oblast, it stands on the banks of the Voronezh River, 12 km from its confluence with the Don River. Voronezh is considered the cradle of the Russian navy and the birthplace of the airborne troops.

The population of Voronezh is about 1,048,700 (2022), the area - 596 sq. km.

The phone code - +7 473, the postal codes - 394000-394094.

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Foundation of voronezh.

The first mention of Voronezh dates back to 1177 in connection with the battle of the Vladimir and Ryazan princes and the escape of Yaropolk of Ryazan to “Voronozh”. Some historians suggest, based on fragments of these chronicles, that Voronezh (Voronozh) existed as a settlement back in the 12th century. Other historians believe that the chronicle meant only the Voronezh River.

The second, very significant, mention of Voronezh in the chronicles refers to 1237, when the conquest of the Russian principalities by Khan Batu began during the Western campaign of the Mongols. The Russian princes decided to give the first battle to the enemies “and came out against them in Voronozh”, but were defeated. Again, the word “Voronozh” probably means the Voronezh River, not a settlement.

The Tsar’s decree on the foundation of Voronezh has not yet been found. The archive has an order of the boyar Nikita Yuriev from 1586 on the reorganization of the guard service on the southern outskirts of the Moscow state and on the construction of two fortified settlements: Livny and Voronezh. Thus, the official year of the foundation of Voronezh is 1586.

Located on the trade route at the confluence of the Voronezh River with the Don, Voronezh could not remain an exclusively military town for a long time. In 1615, its population was about 7 thousand people. From the middle of the 17th century, Russian and foreign ambassadors to the Ottoman Empire, the Crimean Khanate, and the Caucasus travelled through Voronezh. It became part of the Belgorod line - fortifications that protected the Russian state from the raids of the Crimean Tatars until the end of the 17th century.

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Voronezh - the cradle of the Russian navy

In 1695, during the first Azov campaign, Russian troops were unable to capture the fortress of Azov standing on the bank of the Don River, several kilometers from its confluence with the Sea of Azov. The siege was unsuccessful, as the Ottoman garrison in the fortress received support from the sea.

Therefore, Peter I decided to start building a fleet. Voronezh was chosen for this because of its strategic position on the Voronezh River flowing into the Don. Secondly, there were forests near the town that could be used as building materials. Thirdly, the residents of Voronezh had experience in the construction and use of river vessels.

In 1696, as a result of the second campaign, the Azov fortress was taken by Russian troops. The Russian fleet prevented the supply of people, ammunition and food to the fortress. From 1696 to 1711, about 215 ships were built in Voronezh, including the ship “Goto Predestinatsia” (The Providence of God) - the first Russian ship of the line.

In Voronezh, the organizational foundations for the subsequent construction of the Russian fleets in the Baltic and Black Seas were laid. The first Admiralty in Russia was also created here. However, the military shipyard in Voronezh did not exist for long due to the gradual shallowing of the rivers.

Voronezh in the 18th-19th centuries

In 1709, Voronezh became part of the Azov Governorate. In 1711, its center moved from Azov to Tambov, and in 1715 - to Voronezh. In 1725, after the death of the first Russian emperor, the region was renamed into the Voronezh Governorate. In 1745, the first educational institution was opened - the theological seminary (closed in 1918, reopened in 1993).

In 1748, Voronezh was badly damaged by fire. Almost the entire center, which was located on the bank of the river, burned down. After that, the center of Voronezh again began to be located in the place of today’s Universitetskaya Square.

In 1774, after another big fire, Catherine II approved the general plan for the regular development of Voronezh. In the second half of the 18th - the first half of the 19th centuries, Voronezh was one of the centers of the Russian cloth industry.

In 1781, the coat of arms of Voronezh was approved: “The shield is divided in two, in the upper part in a golden field - a two-headed black eagle, and in the lower part in a red field - an overturned jar, from which the Voronezh River flows”.

In 1863, according to the census of residents, Voronezh numbered 38,672 people (the 12th largest city in the Russian Empire). The first public library was opened in 1864. In 1868, Voronezh was connected by railway with Moscow, in 1871 - with Rostov-on-Don, in 1894 - with Kursk.

Voronezh in the first half of the 20th century

In 1913, the first secular higher educational institution in Voronezh was opened - the Agricultural Institute named after Peter the Great (Voronezh State Agrarian University named after Emperor Peter I). In 1914, the population of the city was 93,700 people. During the First World War, reserve military units were formed in Voronezh, defense enterprises from the western regions of the Russian Empire were evacuated here.

In 1928, Voronezh became the center of the Central Black Earth Oblast. And after its liquidation in 1934, it remained the center of Voronezh Oblast. On August 2, 1930, the first Soviet airborne assault was parachuted two kilometers from Voronezh. Today, August 2 is celebrated as the birthday of the Russian airborne forces.

In 1932, two large factories were built on the left bank - aviation and rubber. One of the most important industrial and scientific complexes in the USSR was formed in the city. Many types of aircraft produced in Voronezh began to enter the Red Air Force several years before the outbreak of World War II. In 1939, the population of Voronezh was 326,932 people.

In October-November 1941, during the Second World War, most of the large enterprises were evacuated to the east. From July 7, 1942 to January 25, 1943, the right-bank part of Voronezh, being under German occupation, suffered significant damage, about 18 thousand houses were destroyed (92% of all residential buildings). The active defense of Voronezh helped the Red Army to withstand and win in Stalingrad.

In November 1945, it was decided to prioritize the restoration of 15 oldest Russian cities, including Voronezh. In the late 1940s, the restoration of industrial enterprises was completed, by the mid-1950s - residential and public buildings. In 1956, the population of the city exceeded 400 thousand people.

Voronezh in the second half of the 20th century

In 1968, the first serial Soviet supersonic passenger aircraft Tu-144 was produced at the Voronezh Aviation Plant; in October 1977 - the first Soviet airbus (wide-body aircraft) Il-86. In 1972, the Voronezh reservoir was built, which became the largest in the region.

In 1983, about 6 km from the city limits, the construction of the Voronezh nuclear power plant for heat supply began. In 1990, under the influence of the Chernobyl disaster, it was suspended on the basis of a referendum held among Voronezh residents. The station, which was approximately 65% completed, was mothballed. In 2020, work began on its dismantling. In 1989, the population of Voronezh was about 887,000.

In the 1990s, in connection with the collapse of the USSR, the largest industrial enterprises of Voronezh were on the verge of bankruptcy due to a sharp decline in defense orders and the breakdown of existing economic ties. A lot of churches were returned to the Russian Orthodox Church; their restoration was carried out.

In the early and mid-1990s, agreements on twinning relations were concluded between Voronezh and the cities of Charlotte (USA), Chongqing (China) and Sliven (Bulgaria).

In 2008, Voronezh was awarded the title “City of Military Glory”. In 2009, a new Cathedral of the Annunciation, the third largest Orthodox church in Russia, was built to replace the destroyed one. On December 17, 2012, a millionth resident was born in the city, which made Voronezh the 15th city in Russia with a population of over 1 million.

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On a busy street in Voronezh

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Beautiful architecture of Voronezh

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Voronezh - Features

Initially, the city stood on the banks of the Voronezh River. In the 1970s, it was turned into a reservoir - one of the largest reservoirs in the world located entirely within the city. The Voronezh reservoir divides the city into two parts. Its center, cultural institutions, embankments, the best establishments, and the most prestigious districts are located on the right bank. On the left bank there are industrial enterprises, residential areas, and one beautiful park. The two banks are connected by three bridges: the longest of them is Severnyy Bridge (2 km long).

There are several versions of the origin of the name of the Voronezh River after which the city of Voronezh was named. Most likely it comes from the word “voron” (“raven”) or “voronoy” (black) reflecting the dark color of the water in the Voronezh River. The City Day of Voronezh is celebrated annually on the third Saturday of September.

Voronezh is located in a temperate zone. Winter is moderately frosty with a permanent snow cover that forms in December. Quite often there are thaws accompanied by rains (especially in December). Also there are often drops in temperature below minus 20 degrees Celsius, which can last up to a week or more.

Summer is warm, even hot (especially July and the first half of August), in some years - rainy, in some years - dry. Autumn is mild and rainy. The Voronezh reservoir is covered with ice in late November - early December. Spring ice drift lasts from March to April. The average temperature in January is minus 7.6 degrees Celsius, in July - plus 22.7 degrees Celsius.

Voronezh is the economic center of the Voronezh region and one of the largest economic centers in Russia. The leading sectors of the economy are food, chemical, radio-electronic industries, mechanical engineering and retail trade. The largest enterprises of Voronezh are Voronezh Joint-Stock Aircraft Building Company, Voronezh Mechanical Plant, Voronezh Ceramic Plant, Carriage Repair Plant named after V.I. Thalmann.

This city is a major transport hub, the transport system of which consists of air, rail and road transport systems. The Peter the Great Voronezh International Airport offers regular flights to Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sochi, Kaliningrad, Samara, Krasnodar, Novosibirsk, Kazan, Yekaterinburg, Rostov-on-Don. Public transport is represented by mini-buses, buses and trolleybuses.

Voronezh is worth visiting not only for its interesting museums, beautiful parks and picturesque squares. Here you can also see funny monuments to animals - heroes of famous literary works, replicas of the first ships of the Russian navy, unusual buildings in the Art Nouveau and Gothic style of the late 19th-20th centuries.

There are a lot of traditional Russian churches, theaters, and former merchant mansions in Voronezh that catch the eye with their noble and elegant appearance. Also, tourists should pay attention to the monuments perpetuating the image of the heroes of the Second World War. The Voronezh Sea, a huge reservoir stretching for tens of kilometers, is of no less interest.

Main Attractions of Voronezh

Monument to White Bim Black Ear - one of the unofficial symbols of Voronezh; a dog sitting on a pavement and patiently waiting for the return of its owner. The monument is dedicated to the main character of the story of the same name created by the Voronezh writer Gavriil Troyepolsky. The monument is located at Revolyutsii Avenue, 48, near the puppet theater “Shut” (“Jester”).

Monument to Kitten from Lizyukova Street - a monument dedicated to the kitten Vasily from the Soviet cartoon “Kitten from Lizyukova Street”, who, according to the plot, lived on Lizyukova Street in Voronezh. The monument looks like a tree on the branches of which a kitten and a crow are sitting and conducting a conversation. Generala Lizyukova Street, 4.

Memorial Complex “Victory Square” - one of the central squares of Voronezh with the memorial complex in honor of the defenders of the city in 1942-1943. At the northern end of the square, there is a monument made of red granite and metal, consisting of 12 figures depicting all branches of the Red Army, as well as partisans and militias. The eternal flame burns in front of the monument. At the southern end of the square, there is a 40-meter high stele.

Annunciation Cathedral (1998-2009) - the third largest Orthodox church in Russia and one of the tallest Orthodox churches in the world (85 meters) constructed in a picturesque Russian-Byzantine style and located in close proximity to Victory Square. Revolyutsii Avenue, 14B.

Cathedral of the Intercession of the Most Holy Theotokos (1833-1841) - one of the main architectural sights of Voronezh. The main feature of this church is its gradual construction, in several stages, therefore its premises differ stylistically. Bekhtereva Street, 36.

Voronezh Museum of Local Lore - one of the leading museums in Voronezh. Here you can see numismatic, ethnographic, philatelic, weapons collections, as well as collections of porcelain, ceramics, rare books, and other unique exhibits. The main building of the museum is a picturesque urban mansion of the early 20th century with a bright red facade. Plekhanovskaya Street, 29. The museum “Arsenal” , a department of the local history museum, is completely devoted to weapons of the 13th-20th centuries and the Second World War. Stepan Razin Street, 43.

Ship Museum “Goto Predestinatsia” - a replica of a real ship from the times of Peter I docked at Admiralty Square; the first Russian ship of the line. Its exposition tells about the origin and development of the Russian navy. Another attraction located on Admiralty Square is the Assumption Admiralty Church built in the 17th century - the oldest preserved church in Voronezh.

Art Museum named after I. N. Kramskoy - one of the largest cultural centers of Voronezh located in a palace built in the Baroque style in 1777-1779, an architectural monument of federal significance. The museum presents a unique collection of art works of Ancient Egypt, antiquity, Russian and Western European painting of the 18th-20th centuries, icon painting, graphics, decorative and applied art, sculpture, paintings created by famous Voronezh artists, as well as works of contemporary Voronezh artists. Revolyutsii Avenue, 18.

“Museum of Forgotten Music” - one of the most interesting and unusual exhibitions in Voronezh, which consists of musical instruments of different nations. The collection includes exhibits found in different parts of Russia, many of which have been restored. Another part of the unusual exposition is the instruments that have been recreated from books, old drawings, and even from works of art. It is noteworthy that any of the exhibits can not only be touched and held in hands, but you can also play them. 9 Yanvarya Street, 108.

Rotunda - the ruins of the main entrance to the building of the Voronezh regional children’s hospital. Destroyed during the battles for Voronezh during World War II, it was preserved as a monument that always reminds of what hard times the city left behind. There are similar monuments in Berlin and Dresden (Germany), in Coventry (England), in Warsaw (Poland), and in Volgograd (former Stalingrad). Transportnaya Street, 69.

Park “Scarlet Sails” - one of the most beautiful natural attractions of Voronezh, located in the Levoberezhny (left-bank) district of the city, on the bank of the Voronezh reservoir. The total area of this pine park is 6.2 hectares. For residents and guests of the city, various concerts and festive programs, fairs, and theatrical performances are held here. Arzamasskaya Street, 4?.

Voronezh Oceanarium - one of the best oceanariums in Russia located in the village of Solnechny (Parkovaya Street, 3), about 3 km from the city limits of Voronezh along the Voronezh-Moscow highway. This oceanarium features 180 species of fish, 55 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, invertebrates, and other animals.

Princess Oldenburg’s Palace (Ramon Palace) - a unique palace complex of the late 19th century located in the village of Ramon, about 37 km north of Voronezh, a brick neo-Gothic architectural monument rare for the Russian province. Its owner was the granddaughter of Emperor Nicholas I and the niece of Emperor Alexander II, Princess Eugenia Maximilianovna of Oldenburg.

Natural, Architectural, and Archaeological Museum Reserve “Divnogorye” - one of the most popular and recognizable attractions of the Voronezh region, located on the right bank of the Don River, about 80 km south of Voronezh. Divnogorye is the center of Orthodox pilgrimage. Here you can see archeological monuments of the Paleolithic, Bronze, and Middle Ages. The unique Church of the Sicilian Icon of the Mother of God, built by Russian monks inside a chalk mountain in the first half of the 19th century, is its main sight.

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Ula Josephine, a graphic designer and travel fan, who is currently exploring Greece, wanted to get a nice video of her walking through a traditional Greek restaurant, but unfortunately, her outfit let her down.

The travel enthusiast, who regularly shares “backpackers on a budget” tips online and is currently enjoying a break in Spetses, a gorgeous Island in Greece, took to social media to share the awkward holiday moment, leaving many aghast, The Sun reported.

The blonde shared a short clip, which was filmed by her friend, and it has since amassed over half a million views.

In the footage, Ula can be seen on a night out in Greece donning a white T-shirt with a green skirt and her hair scraped back in a bun.

She styled her holiday-ready outfit with a pair of black sandals and a black bag, and many said she looked “fabulous”.

However, when Ula’s pal began recording her from behind, as she walked through a restaurant with traditional Grecian-style cobblestone, things took a turn.

Just seconds later, Ula’s skirt began falling down, prompting the content creator to turn around towards the camera in embarrassment, as she fumbled to lift up her skirt.

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With her flesh on display and her bikini bottoms on show, seconds later, she gasped: “F**k … that’s very classy of me.”

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While someone else penned: “Unclear on how it was intended to look any better.”

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