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Russia Tourism Has a New China Focused Curriculum

Aleksandr Shatskih

The travel association, Travel Association has announced university accredidation for universities and students in a new speciality, teaching organized tourism focused on China tourists.

9 years ago

Olympic Torch On Its Way to Rio 2016

Phil Butler

The countdown has begun for the Games of the XXXI Olympiad. Yesterday at te Temple of Hera in Olympia, the eternal flame was lit, then passed from Greek gymnast Eleftherios Petrounias on to Giovane Gávio, Brazil’s double Olympic-medal-winning volleyball champion.

9 years ago

Wizz Air Now Connects Gatwick and Bucharest

Aleksandr Shatskih

Wizz Air has just announced the launch of its first flights from Gatwick beginning in June. The Eastern Europe focused budget carrier currently operates from eight other UK airports including Luton.

9 years ago

Dining in the Buff: The Bunyadi Restaurant to Open in London

Mihaela Lica Butler

Just when you thought the gastronomy world can no longer surprise you, here comes The Bunyadi, a new concept pop-up restaurant, where you are expected to bare it all for a bite. Seb Lyall, the brains behind the project, insists that “The idea is to experience true liberation,” but it is not clear so far […]

9 years ago

St. Regis Belgrade Slated to Open in 2019

Aleksandr Shatskih

The St. Regis Iconic Luxury Brand will Move Into Exclusive 40-story Tower as the Crown Jewel of the Highly Anticipated Belgrade Waterfront Development.

9 years ago

Better Fares with Norwegian Airlines

Aleksandr Shatskih

For North Americans who always wanted a European vacation, a new flight path to the old continent via budget carrier Norwegian Airlines could make those dreams a lot cheaper. The US Department of Transportation has just granted preliminary approval to expand its operations between the US and Norway.

9 years ago

Malta Hosts 14th Junior Eurovision Song Contest

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Broadcasting Union (EBU) and its Maltese Member Public Broadcasting Services Ltd (PBS) have announced that the 2016 Junior Eurovision Song Contest will take place this November in Malta. PBS is slated to host the event in November, in the capital of Valletta.

9 years ago

Carlson Wagonlit Travel’s New App Takes Off

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT), the agency’s new mobile hotel booking app CWT To Go, has spurred bookings by over 20%, according to the company. CWT’s launch of mobile hotel booking functionality was rolled out to over 600,000 registered users in 17 markets. CWT says the app is a resounding success.

9 years ago

Visit Russia Opens Kuwait Offices

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from TASS, a Visit Russia travel office has opened for the first time in Kuwait. The Russian Minister of Culture, Vladimir Medinsky attended a ceremony, along with the Deputy Head of Russian Federal Tourism, Sergie Korneev.

9 years ago

Cruise Critic Announces Deal with Carnival Cruise Line

Aleksandr Shatskih

Cruise Critic, a leading cruise review site, has just announced a partnership with Carnival Cruise Line to offer member access to exclusive onboard events.

9 years ago

Sochi Resorts All But Completely Booked

Phil Butler

The Mayor of Sochi told reporters this week, 2016 promises the resort near full occupancy. At a session of the public coucil, Anatoly Pakhomov said the resort town will see upwards of 96% occupancy in 2016.

9 years ago

Spring comes to Vladivostok carrying promise

Aleksandr Shatskih

Weather forecasters have promised the people of Vladivostok a beautiful, warm Spring. News today shows their predictions were correct, as balmy winds brush the faces of residents and visitors standing in full sun for the first time in months. Winter jackets have disappeared, and the parks are once again full of cyclists, tourists, and children playing.

9 years ago

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