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Russian Federation

Turkish Firms to Aid Modernizing Russian Airports

Manuel Santos

While Russian authorities scramble to update at least 75 airports by 2030, a new band of builders is waiting in the wings.

4 months ago

Vietnam Hopes to Attract More Russian Tourists Again

Victoria Udrea

Vietnam is pulling out all the stops to lure Russian tourists, with direct flights, relaxed visa rules, and ambitious targets to nearly double arrivals.

5 months ago

A Weekend with Children in Moscow

Mihaela Lica Butler

These are just some of the exciting attractions that will make your weekend with children in Moscow an unforgettable experience.

2 years ago

Rostourism To Create Vladimir Putin Experiences for Travelers

Phil Butler

Here’s your big chance to roll like Russian President Vladimir Putin, into outdoor adventures just like the legendary leader enjoys.

4 years ago

TUI Russia Pledges 300,000 Tourists to Vacation in Greece

Argophilia Travel News

TUI Russia says it will bring 300,000 Russian tourists to Greece this year. The guarantee takes effect once travel restrictions are lifted.

4 years ago

Russia’s Vladimir Potanin Backs New Sochi Resort

Phil Butler

Russian billionaire Vladimir Potanin’s Interros Holding and its partner Vasta Discovery will invest $1 billion in a new Sochi resort.

4 years ago

BoogelWoogel 2021 Aims to Set Digital Swimsuit Downhill Record

Phil Butler

Skiers and snowboarders worldwide will congregate online for this year’s modified version of the famous BoogelWoogel downhill ski event.

4 years ago

Planning for Green Flow Baikal Hotel Moving Forward

Argophilia Travel News

An investment project by Green Flow Baikal, LLC at Lake Baikal moves forward for the construction of a 4-star resort.

4 years ago

Russian Travelers Can Fly to Greece Beginning February 8th

Argophilia Travel News

Starting February 8th, the Russian Federation will resume flights to Greece and Singapore, according to Itar-Tass news agency.

4 years ago

Russia’s Aeroflot Resumes Limited Flights to Cyprus

Argophilia Travel News

Russia’s Aeroflot will resume flights to Cyprus on Nov. 22 but only for those persons allowed. Tourists, so far, are not a category mentioned.

5 years ago

Russia’s Medvedev Suggests Visa-Free Travel Post-Pandemic

Phil Butler

Former Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev says it’s high time visa-free travel between the EU and Russia became a reality.

5 years ago

ARTSTORY Gallery Presents: Masha Schmidt’s “Only the Sky Above”

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to the ARTSTORY gallery in Moscow April 15th – June 7th, the exhibition “Only the Sky Above” will feature Masha Schmidt’s works.

5 years ago

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Crete Plans €2 Million in Culture and Sports as Infrastructure Falls Behind

2025-12-29 By Manuel Santos

Crete announces a €2.06 million cultural and sports programme for 2026, even as water shortages, infrastructure strain, and airport delays raise hard questions.

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When the Water Runs Out, the Illusion Runs With It

2025-12-29 By Manuel Santos

An official document confirms what many feared: water and sewage capacity in Crete cannot support new large hotel developments.

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Why Cretans Start the Year in the Sea

2025-12-28 By Manuel Santos

Why Cretans welcome the New Year in the sea. A look at the New Year’s Dive tradition in Crete, where it happens, and how to take part safely.

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A Vasilopita with a Sacred Purpose Near Heraklion

2025-12-27 By Iorgos Pappas

A charitable Vasilopita event will take place on January 4, 2026, near Heraklion, supporting the completion of the Church of Saints Parthenios and Evmenios.

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Rethymno Farmers Turn Protest Into a Community Table

2025-12-27 By Victoria Udrea

Livestock farmers in Rethymno staged a symbolic protest by boiling and sharing meat with citizens, and donating over one ton of meat to local soup kitchens.

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