Aleksandr Shatskih, Author at Argophilia

Eurail’s Progressive Moves in Travel: Turkey

2012-10-26 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Rail travel fans in Europe can look forward to visiting Turkey now via their Eurail Passes. Starting in January Turkey’s state railway ( T.C.D.D.) will be a member of the Eurail Global group. Always thinking forward, the folks at Eurail seem to know when the trend heads in their direction.

Thailand Cleans Up Its Act With New Tourist “Safety Zones”

2012-10-25 by Aleksandr Shatskih

The days of being accosted by street kids, badgered by tuk tuk drivers and harassed by transvestites might soon be a thing of the past for visitors to Thailand, if a new initiative from the country’s tourist police comes to fruition.

Etihad Airways Plans on Expending Operations in Russia

2012-10-25 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Etihad Airways, the national airline in the United Arab Emirates, is celebrating four years of operations in Russia this week. As their non-stop service between Moscow and Abu Dhabi has proven so successful, the airline is planning on expanding their Russian operations in the future. Since their debut in the Russian travel market, Etihad Airways […]

Plyos Hosts Responsible Tourism Conference

2012-10-25 by Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Russia, tourism chiefs from some of the country’s most prominent, up-and-coming destinations have got together for a series of brainstorming sessions aimed at attracting both domestic and foreign tourists.

Popok International Ad Festival Kicks Off

2012-10-25 by Aleksandr Shatskih

News from Yerevan, the Popok international Advertising Festival kicked off today. Organized by the Armenian Ad Council in connection with the city of Yerevan, the festival is slated to offer new concepts in advertising in Armenia’s capital.

Cash-Strapped Greek Soccer Club Saved By The Brothel

2012-10-23 by Aleksandr Shatskih

A hard up Greek football team has gone down an unlikely avenue in order to save itself from financial ruin, turning to the world’s oldest profession to help pull it through the nation’s economic crisis.

OneTwoTrip Hops Into Russia’s OTA Space

2012-10-23 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Yesterday we focused on Russia’s leading online travel agency Oktogo.ru, and now today we here news of another Russian travel startup that’s looking to make its mark on the country’s virgin online tourism industry ahead of the expected influx of foreign visitors for Sochi 2014.

Amadeus Mobile Messenger Brought to Life

2012-10-23 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Leading technology partner Amadeus has has just announced signing a partnership with US mobile technology provider Charter Solutions International.

Pysanka Museum Adds “Seven Lovely Sculptures”

2012-10-22 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Sculptors and artists in the Ukraine are working on putting the finishing touches to one of the country’s newest and most unique tourist attractions: the Seven Lovely Pysankas Sculpture Park

Russia World Cup 2018: Visa Restrictions Lifted for Officials

2012-10-22 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Russian lawmakers are moving to ease visa restrictions on foreigners participating in the 2018 FIFA World Cup with a new bill that’s likely to be passed before the end of the year

Yet Another JAT Airways Merger/Rescue Deal

2012-10-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

In a move to ensure Serbia has a national air carrier, the government there is proposing making money loser JAT Airways into a debt free and more updated version of itself. Freeing up the beleaguered airline of debt and leasing new EADS Airbuses would guarantee a rejuvenated national airline. At least this is what Serbia’s leaders envision.

IHG Launches Managed Services Center Russia-CIS

2012-10-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

In Russian Federation hotelier news, IHG has announced plans for a managed service center that will offer guests support services in Russia and the CIS. Scheduled to open in early 2013, the Moscow center will let IHG Hotels offer features not previously available in the region.

The Keret House – Poland’s Narrowest Home

2012-10-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Poland’s narrowest home has just opened in its capital Warsaw, billing itself as an ‘artistic installation’ that will serve as a second home for the city’s sometime resident, Israeli writer and artist Edgar Keret.

airBaltic Adds Direct Flights to Chisinau & Budapest

2012-10-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

As of next week, airBaltic, Latvia’s national airline, will be adding direct flights from Riga to Chisinau, Moldova, to its previously announced winter flight schedule. The new, twice-weekly flights will link the Moldovan capital with dozens of major airports in the Baltic States, Russia and Western Europe.

Five Of The Remotest Holiday Spots On Earth

2012-10-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Thanks to the advent of affordable air travel and gimmicks like the internet, few would argue with the theory that the world is a much smaller place these days. But for the die-hard adventurer who truly wants to lose themselves, they’re not completely out of luck…

Marriott To Double Russia Hotel Portfolio

2012-10-20 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Leading hotel operator Marriott International has announced moves to strengthen its presence in Russia – a nation whose profile as a travel destination is sure to grow over the next few years.

TravAddict: Credibility Gone Down The Toilet

2012-10-18 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Adventure holiday specialists TravAddict.com has just rolled out a number of new ‘improvements’ to its website, including updates to its search engine and a number of other new features.

Business Travel Costs Rise, Driven By BRIC Nations

2012-10-18 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Anyone planning a business trip to Russia, Brazil, or India in the near future would do well to avoid delaying their travel plans. Or at least, they would if the new American Express Global Business Travel survey is to be believed.

2012 World Travel Awards: Asia, Australasia and the Indian Ocean

2012-10-17 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Singapore is readying itself for the 2012 edition of the World Travel Awards 2012 for Asia, Australasia and the Indian Ocean, which take place later today.

Lviv All Set For Winter Olympics Bid

2012-10-17 by Aleksandr Shatskih

The Ukrainian city of Lviv’s proposed bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympics looks set to go ahead following the endorsement of Deputy Prime Minister and Infrastructure Minister Borys Kolesnikov, who said in an interview that he’s confident of the city’s chances of success.