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Russia Snatches Top Destination Spot Among Chinese Visitors

Aleksandr Shatskih

Russia took the first place among European destinations, and third in the overall list of countries visited by Chinese tourists during “Golden Week”, the national holiday of China.

9 years ago

Russia, the Oh-So Photogenic Subject

Phil Butler

Earlier this year I profiled a wonderful Russian photographer named Slava Stepanov, who is absolutely one of the finest photographers in the federation. Slava, who is from Novosibirsk, is the co-founder of the stunning agency known as Gelio Vostok. Over the years Over the years, Slava’s company has taken on projects from the US to the Far East […]

9 years ago

Russia Pushes e-Visas for Indian Travelers

Aleksandr Shatskih

World renowned for her rich cultural heritage, ornate cathedrals and subtropical beaches, Russia is a favored attraction for many people from India. News today of a new visa-regime to assist travelers via an e-visa program promises even more popularity.

9 years ago

Mission to Crete: Russian Cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko Tests Philoxenia

Aleksandr Shatskih

Yuri Malenchenko (54) is at the new Cretan resort Anemos Luxury Grand Resort recouping from 6 months aboard the international space station, according to the news from Chania province.

9 years ago

Skolkovo Innovation Center Hosts Startup Village 2016

Aleksandr Shatskih

Russia’s version of Silicon Valley, Skolkovo Innovation Center will host Startup Village 2016 June 2nd and 3rd. The fourth edition of the technology meetup will feature young entrepreneurs and startup innovators participating to win prizes worth in between $5000 and $50,000.

9 years ago

Voronezh Region of Russia Ramps Up Tourism

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to news from Interfax, the a new regional tour operator will being doing business out of the Voronezh International Airport , according to the airport’s Deputy Director General Alexander Vasiliev.

9 years ago

10 Reasons to Visit Crimea This Summer

Aleksandr Shatskih

If you are at a loss as to where to go on vacation this Summer, then make a trip to Crimea, trust us, you will never forget the hospitality and wonders abounding there. The Crimean peninsula is another whole world packed into one scenic, cultural experience.

9 years ago

FSUE “Atomflot” Offers Cruises to North Pole

Aleksandr Shatskih

The nuclear powered icebreaker, FSUE “Atomflot” will make four of five voyages to the North Pole, according to Deputy General Director and Chief Engineer Mustafa Kashka. The company says the 12 day journeys aboard 50 Years of Victory will cost tourists around 1.8 million rubles ($28,000 US).

9 years ago

33rd IASP World Conference Comes to Moscow

Phil Butler

Coming to Moscow 19-21 September, Skolkovo Innovation Center in partnership with MSU Science Park and Technopark Strogino and the Moscow City Government will host the 33rd IASP Annual World Conference on Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP).

9 years ago

Experts Warn Locals and Tourists Of Klyuchevskaya Volcano

Aleksandr Shatskih

Rescuers have recommended that local Kamchatka residents and tourists refrain from traveling to the area nearest the Klyuchevskaya erupting volcano. As reported Tuesday via EMERCOM, the huge volcano began spewing lava,. and there is a potential danger of pyro-clastic flows to the settlements and surrounds of the South Eastern slope there in Kamchatsky Krai.

9 years ago

Donizetti Opera “don Pasquale” Premiers at Bolshoi

Aleksandr Shatskih

Visitors to Moscow and the Bolshoi got a rare treat on Tuesday when the premiere of the Opera Gaetano Donizetti “don Pasquale” directed by Timofey kulyabin was held at the New Bolshoi theatre. Not since 1872 has this opera been staged at the illustrious theater.

9 years ago

5 Sochi Vacation Alternatives Via Airbnb

Aleksandr Shatskih

Property owners from Australia to Zambia have enjoyed the immense popularity and logic of world changing Airbnb rental/lodging platform. Argophilia’s staff have stayed at numerous destinations via connections with Airbnb property owners, and the value is clear. Starting this week we’ll present sample lists of alternative properties across Eastern Europe listed by Airbnb. Here’s a snapshot of some of Sochi’s accommodations.

9 years ago

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