Russia

Russia World Cup 2018: Visa Restrictions Lifted for Officials

2012-10-22 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Russian lawmakers are moving to ease visa restrictions on foreigners participating in the 2018 FIFA World Cup with a new bill that’s likely to be passed before the end of the year

Marriott To Double Russia Hotel Portfolio

2012-10-20 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Leading hotel operator Marriott International has announced moves to strengthen its presence in Russia – a nation whose profile as a travel destination is sure to grow over the next few years.

Kamchatka: A New Frontier in Adventure Surfing

2012-10-14 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Few places in the world are more enticing for the adventure traveler than Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, what with its desolate landscapes, stirring volcanoes, unearthly black-sand beaches, and countless miles of virgin forest.

Far Frozen North Fun – Avantouinti

2012-09-16 by Aleksandr Shatskih

This Fall and Winter, for an excursion to literally take your breath away, why not try ice swimming in the far frozen North of Europe? Not exactly what you had in mind? Well take a closer look at this Northern European tradition.

Russian Racism Under the Spotlight Once More

2012-03-21 by Aleksandr Shatskih

As preparations for the 2018 World Cup begin to pick up steam, Russian Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko has announced that one of his biggest priorities lies in fighting the racist culture that remains a big stain on the country’s reputation.