The small town of Kyzyl in Russia is appealing for many reasons. Its location in the exact geographic center of Asia places is it almost 4000 kilometers away from the Russian capital. Surrounded by the wide steppe of the Tuva republic, the taiga fauna and the dramatic landscapes of the Sayan Mountains in the north, as well as […]
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Russia’s Putin and Netherlands’ Queen Beatrix Commemorate Cultural Cooperation
Yesterday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands attended a unique exposition to commemorate the Year of Russia in the Netherlands and Year of the Netherlands in Russia. As part of President Putin’s meetup Netherlands heads of state, he and the Queen visited the Hermitage on the Amstel Museum for the ongoing Peter the Great: the Inspired Tsar exhibition there.
Georgia & Other East Europe Nations: Are They Key to EU Longevity?
According to a story from Vestnik Kavkaza, the European Union and Georgia will sign an early agreement to start the process of Georgia’s associate membership in November. With pressing tensions all around though, November seems far off where good relations between European countries is concerned.
Sochi 2014: The Darker Side of Russia’s Olympics
According to the news from Sochi, President Vladimir Putin’s call for enhanced security last month was just the beginning of wider efforts at Olympic security. Now officials are going forward with creating a so called “external perimeter” at the borders with Abkhazia and Kabardino-Balkaria.
Record Breaking Europe: A Travel Quiz
Traveling to Europe, for many people, is a lifelong dream. For those of you out there who yearn to learn more about the so called “Old Continent”, we’ve devised a quiz to challenge the world traveler, and to inform the first time European adventurer out there.
Global Business Travel Association Launches Russia Chapter
The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), one of the most prominent organizations of the global business travel industry, has just announced the opening of its GBTA Russia Chapter. The launch of the GBTA Russia activities also marks the association’s milestone of being active in and having membership in all BRIC regions.
Vietnam to Target Russian Tourists
Russia has recently become the go to market for tourism industries on all continents. As more Russians seem to be interested in traveling abroad, it is only natural that countries looking to promote themselves and develop markets would focus on this region. Not only do Russians travel in large numbers, they also are big spenders. […]
Belarus, Russia, Hope for Fairytale Ending
Tourist chiefs in Russia and Belarus are hoping to exploit some of the more mystical aspects of the region’s history in a bid to encourage more people to visit, creating a new project called “The Fairytale Map of Russia and Belarus”.
Russian Tourists to Get Bulgarian Visas When Crossing the Border
It looks like Bulgaria is doing everything possible in its efforts of luring in more visitors. The latest idea? Bulgarian Finance Minister Simeon Djankov said that the country’s government plans to issue visas for Russian tourists right at its border crossing points, Novinite.com reports. The Finance Minister reminded in an interview that the Russian holders […]
Russia Sees “No Obstacle” to Visa-Free Travel by 2014
Could visa-free travel to Russia finally become a reality? According to Russia’s top immigration official, such a move could happen sooner than many had hoped, with visa requirements for EU citizens being lifted by 2014 a ‘distinct possibility’.
Yeti Resort Hopes to Lure Tourists to Siberia
Ask anyone where you’re most likely to bump into the legendary Yeti and they’ll more than likely tell you that your best bet is somewhere around Mount Everest, in the Himalayas. But few people realize that the infamous ‘abominable snowman’ is just as likely to be found lurking further north, in Siberian Russia.
Russia Introduces “Moscow Pass” For Foreign Visitors
Russian tourist chiefs have announced the launch of a new “Moscow Pass” in a bid to make the capital more accessible to foreign visitors. Tourists in Moscow can buy the new pass online in order to benefit from significant discounts on a range of attractions and activities in the city.
Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics Torch Unveiled
The organizers of the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics have just unveiled the sporting event’s futuristic torch, an interesting piece inspired by a mix of Russian folklore, including a mythical Firebird, the country’ surprising contrasts, and space-age technology.
5 European Cruises You Must Take in 2013
If you are entertaining thoughts of a cruise this year, Argo Travel News would like to encourage you by previewing some of the most exciting and value packed we have found. Five cruises, one of which you must take in 2013.
Russia and Germany Fuel Record Number of Tourists for Greece in 2013
Greece is preparing for a record year in tourism in 2013, with a projected all time high of 17 million foreign visitors expected to visit the country this year. This large number seems attainable as existing data shows the number of Russian visitors to Greece is expected to exceed one million and bookings up 20% in Germany.
Russia Threatens EU With Retaliation Over Visa Issue
Russia has upped the pressure on the EU over its long-running visa requirements wrangle, warning the bloc that it would consider retaliatory measures if it continues to delay progress over the issue.
Russia – Malaysia Establish First Direct Flights
Russia could be about to receive more Malaysian visitors, and vice versa, thanks to the establishment of the first direct flights between the two countries.
Japanese Businesses Target Russia’s Primorsky Krai Region
Russia’s Primorsky Krai (or Primorye) region is quite a gem of the Federation. Located in the Far East coastal region of the Russian Federation, not only is it a tourism magnet with its neighboring Sea of Japan, well established ecotourism segment, rich wildlife, including the majestic Siberian tiger, and other-world attractions such as the massive Sikhote-Alin […]
Aeroflot Boss Floats Low-Cost Airline Proposal
Russia could be set to get a new, low-cost airline, as a result of concerns raised by the country’s Federal Anti-Monopoly Service over high ticket prices in the country.
Plyos Hosts Responsible Tourism Conference
In news from Russia, tourism chiefs from some of the country’s most prominent, up-and-coming destinations have got together for a series of brainstorming sessions aimed at attracting both domestic and foreign tourists.