Freight traffic and passenger traffic slowed down in Europe in 2012 as data from the European airport trade body, ACI EUROPE, reveals. Europe’s airports overall passenger traffic saw an increase of only 1.8% compared to 2011. Airports in the European Union countries had an increase of merely 0.2% in 2012 (and had been in recession since October), while non-EU airports saw an 8.8% increase. Turkey, Russia, Georgia, Iceland and Moldova are the leading countries from this point of view. In what freight traffic at European airports is concerned, it decreased by -2.8% during the last year.
Eastern Europe
Greece Targets Russian Tourists
Russia has recently become the go to market for countries seeking to boost tourism. Greece is the latest to hit the news with a Russia-focused strategy as 50 Russian tour operators are expected to attend a Greek-Russian tourism forum that will take place in Athens on Sunday, 10th of February at the Acropolis Museum. The […]
5 Romantic Destinations for Valentine’s in Eastern Europe
Love is a wonderful feeling and all the people who are happy in their relations would confirm that. Meeting THE one for you and spending the rest of your lives together, getting through the bad moments and enjoying all the great ones is for sure everyone’s dream. February becomes an international love month as Valentine’s Day starts to spread all over the world. Special offers for several nights, great packages including romantic dinners, relaxation moments and roses can be found in many cities. In the end, why not have a special day dedicated to love?
“Brand Bulgaria” Suspected of Conflict of Interest
Recently Bulgaria revealed new branding for tourism promotion. The new logo and slogan (“A Discovery to Share”) are to be used starting this fall in all promotional materials. But it is not as simple as that it seems, as the new identity is now criticized and the bid is now referred to the Prosecutor’s Office on suspicions of conflict on interests, Novinite.com reports.
Eastern Europe Scenic Bits: The Šar Mountains
Situated in western Macedonia and southern Kosovo, there lies a wondrous place most readers will never have heard tell of. The Šar Mountains (Sharr) are some of the most remote and impassable peaks in the Balkans, in Europe in general in fact.
Poland’s Hidden Highlights: Five of the Best
From its rolling deserts in the north, to the expansive Alpine-esque Tatra Mountains in the south, Poland is choc-a-block with magical attractions vying for your attention. Today Argophilia takes a look at some of our favorite, less well known, Polish highlights.
Candoco Dance Company in Yerevan Today
The Candoco Dance Company is one of the world’s most prolific dance troop comprised of both disabled and non-disabled artists. Founded in 1991, the company is scheduled to give further performances in Yerevan coming up in March as well.
airberlin Launches Direct Flights to Bucharest, Sofia from Berlin Hub
As of today, airberlin will fly once a day to Bucharest and Sofia as it continues the expansion of its Eastern European network to its main hub in Berlin.
Mljet Tourist Complex Might Become Reality
Russian billionaire Vladimir Jevtushenko, one of the 10 richest people in his home country, might finally get to build his tourist complex on the island of Mljet in Croatia. The project, valued at EUR 109 million, might just be among the first projects pushing future law on strategic investments forward. To develop this ambitious tourism […]
Record Breaking Europe: A Travel Quiz
Traveling to Europe, for many people, is a lifelong dream. For those of you out there who yearn to learn more about the so called “Old Continent”, we’ve devised a quiz to challenge the world traveler, and to inform the first time European adventurer out there.
Romania’s Bigar Waterfall: A Visual Wonderment [Video]
Romania’s Bigar Waterfall, also known as “the Miracle of the Minis Gorge”, is one of the most beautiful waterfalls on our planet. This iconic waterfall only rises to 8 meters in height, but being fed by underground spring waters, it’s the seemingly mysterious flow and the spectacular visual effect of the falls, that makes them so special.
Macedonians to Pay Less for Healthcare Abroad
Citizens of Macedonia may have been cut a break by the country’s government where medical care abroad is concerned. News from their official site tells of a deal in the works to limit how much Macedonians pay when seeking medical care outside the country.
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