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Augustow Canal Celebrates its Bicentenary

Iorgos Pappas

The Augustow Canal will mark its 200th anniversary on June 9, 2024, although bicentenary celebrations were also held last year.

1 year ago

Belarus Is Fast Becoming a Medical Tourism Mecca

Aleksandr Shatskih

Belarus is aiming to become a major medical tourism destination according to news from the Belarus-China forum in Shanghai on 7 November.

6 years ago

Citizens of 80 Countries May Enter Belarus Visa-free

Aleksandr Shatskih

Citizens of 80 countries may visit Belarus visa-free and without registering with the interior bodies. New legislation entered into effect February 12, 2017.

8 years ago

February’s Minsk Family Fest a Big Hit

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Family Fest in Minsk took place from 4-5 February with science shows and other activities including the international exhibition operator “Belinterexpo” BCCI turned the Palace of sports of the city into a family entertainment extravaganza.

8 years ago

Naroch Lake – Belarusian Resort Playground

Phil Butler

In the heart of Belarus is a the Narochansky National Park, a natural wonderland of lakes, forests, and health resorts Switzerland is envious of. Virtually unknown to westerners, the area that surrounds Lake Naroch is one of the world’s most diverse biospheres. Here’s a brief look at another Belarussian travel gem. Inside Narochansky National Park there are no […]

8 years ago

Christmas in Belarus: Winshuyu sa Svyatkami!

Mihaela Lica Butler

We continue our journey through Europe to discover what Christmas in Belarus is like this year.

8 years ago

Nesvizh Castle: A Belarusian Fairy Tale

Mihaela Lica Butler

Have you ever considered Belarus for a leaf-peeping destination? It’s probably the time to add this scenic country to your bucket list.

8 years ago

Belarus and China Close to Visa-Free Travel Agreement

Aleksandr Shatskih

Beginning in April, visa-free travels between Belarus and China will be allowed for organized tourist groups. According to Vadim Karmazin, Director of the Tourism Department of the Belarusian Sports and Tourism Ministry, a new protocol has been set up in between the two countries, to allow for mutual visa free travel.

9 years ago

Belarus’ Travel Industry Explores All-Inclusive System

Aleksandr Shatskih

A proposal for the Belarus travel industry to introduce a system of all-inclusive services is being discussed. According to the news, the Ministry of Sport and Tourism may collaborate with other agencies to promote and develop tourism events, marketing, and advertising.

9 years ago

Belarus and Slovenia talk closer economic ties

Phil Butler

Belarus and Slovenia have begun talks to establish a Minsk-Ljubljana air service. The topic, raised in the 4th session of the Belarusian-Slovenian intergovernmental commission on trade, economic and sci-tech cooperation, could mean a bilateral agreement soon.

10 years ago

This month in Belarus: The XXI International Tourist Exhibition

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to Minsk October 24th thru October 28th, the XXI International Tousist Exhibition will the largest tourism expo in Belarus. Slated for the BelExpo National Exhibition Center, this year’s event will show off Belarus tourism as never before.

10 years ago

Leisure 2014 Expo Hits Minsk

Aleksandr Shatskih

Beginning today, the 17th annual international tourism expo Leisure 2014 begins in Minsk, Belarus. Running at the BelExpo national exhibition hall, the event lasts until April 12th.

11 years ago

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