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If Sochi Were Disney World Headlines Would Read: “Mickey Wacked by Russian Mob”

2013-04-03 by Phil Butler

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On Monday the WTM Vision Conference in Moscow kicked off and already tourism figures for Russia emerge as a big topic. According to new research, Russia’s poor image in the western world drastically affects inbound tourism form American and western Europe as well. If Sochi were Disney World Mickey would have already been whacked by the mob.

Tags: Adler, bad press, Black Sea tourism, Black Sea vacations, Crimea tourism, Olympic Games, Russia propaganda, Russia tourism, Russia travel, Russia vacations, Russian government, Russian mob, smear campaigns, Sochi, Sochi resort, Sochi travel, Vancouver Olympics, West propaganda, Western Press, WTM

Romania Seaside Hotels – A Fire Sale for Black Sea Vacationing

2013-02-12 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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According to news from Black Sea News, dozens of Romanian seaside hotels are on the market despite the fact 2012 was one of the best touristic seasons on record in some time. Owners have cited high taxes, rising utility costs, and other financial reasons for their properties being sold.

Tags: Black Sea vacations, Constanta hotels, Costanta hotels, Romania hotels, Romania real estate

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The Region of Crete joins Holiday World Show 2026 in Dublin on Jan 23–25. Find Crete at Stand F1 for travel updates, contacts, and tips.

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