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Rezidor Hotel Group Announced Radisson Red in Tbilisi

Aleksandr Shatskih

Rezidor Hotel Group, a proud member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, has just announced the signing of the first Radisson Red in Georgia. The new stand-alone hotel in the city center is expected to open in mid-2019, and will feature 100 rooms.

Tajikistan Set to Break Out for Tourists

Phil Butler

News from this week reveals a great promise that may finally come to pass for the people of one of the world’s most interesting countries. Growing direct foreign investment and the potential of the so-called “New Silk Road” could transform the central Asian region.

Five Spa Experiences in Slovenia You’ll Always Take With You

Phil Butler

Slovenia is a country at the crossroads European cultural and trade routes. Famous for its magnificent mountain environs, this magical place has been inhabited since pre-historic times. Slovenia is also famous for its unbelievable spas, winemaking, and its Julian Alps. On the subject of spas, Argo takes a look at a selection any traveler can categorize on their return home as – unforgettable.

New Year’s Resolution 2017: Make Gingerbread in Tula

Aleksandr Shatskih

For those making New Year’s resolutions to explore and do more interesting places and experiences in 2017, news from the Tula region of Russia comes at an appropriate time. Starting this coming April the confectionery factory “Yasnaya Polyana” will launch new master classes on making the famous, Tula gingerbread.

TUI Russia to Start Tours in Altai Krai

Aleksandr Shatskih

TUI and the regional administration of Altai Krae have signed agreements for open cooperation in developing domestic tourism in the Siberian region. According to the news from the regional capital of Barnaul, TUI is to participate in the development of tourism infrastructure.

Traveling to Turkmenistan

Phil Butler

As one of the world’s most mysterious and fascinating destinations, Turkmenistan is a country just waiting on a vast touristic influx. Situated in the heart of central Asia along the ancient Silk Road that linked western and eastern civilizations, this little-known country is one of the world’s richest historically and culturally.

Visit Mysterious and Magnificent Kazakhstan

Phil Butler

Adventurous as the spirit of most travelers can be, there are places on our world that are unimaginably unique, challenging, and breathtaking.  One of those places is the largest landlocked country on Earth, the Republic of Kazakhstan. From her fascinating cities to the awe-inspiring Almaty region, the country is a dynamic mix of futuristic skyscapes blended […]

Russian Archaeologists Aim to Restore Palmyra

Aleksandr Shatskih

According to the Russian Ministry of Culture, on the cessation of hostilities in Syria, it will be imperative to launch restoration of the ruined Palmyra site damaged by ISIL. Russian archeologists have now gathered data for creating a unique 3D map of the antique city that will help with the restoration of ancient monuments in the ancient Syrian city.