According to a brief press release by Aeroflot, the leading Russian airline will now resume international flights to Dubai, Cairo, and Malé (Maldives). Flights to Cairo will resume from 9 September on the following schedule: Flight SU400 Sheremetyevo—Cairo on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Return flight SU401 Cairo—Sheremetyevo on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Flights to Malé will resume from 10 September on […]
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Greece Reopens Borders for Russians with Negative Covid-19 Results
Greece has now reopened its borders to Russian travelers, but only under certain conditions
Russia’s Medvedev Suggests Visa-Free Travel Post-Pandemic
Former Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev says it’s high time visa-free travel between the EU and Russia became a reality.
British Tourist Spending in Greece Way Up in 2019
According to data from Bank of Greece, British tourist spending was up 31.9 percent last year. Offseason travelers account for biggest rise.
National Geographic Traveler Russia Names Greece “Best Beach Holiday Destination for 2019”
Greece took the top spot in a National Geographic Traveler Russia vote recently. The Russian version of the famous travel magazine named Greece the “Best Beach Holiday Destination of 2019.” And while Greece’s tourism ministry is anxious to take kudos, the editor of Argophilia Travel News has his say too. According to the announcement by […]
National Geographic Traveler Russia – Greece Leading Family Destination
Greece has been announced the second most popular destination for family holidays at the Traveler Awards 2018
ATOR: Greece a Top 10 Best-selling Autumn Destinations for Russians
Greece is among the 10 most best-selling destinations of Russian travelers that are planning a trip abroad this autumn.
Greece Named “Top Destination with Best Beaches in Europe” at MITT 2018
On Wednesday March 14th, Greece was honored as the top destination with the best beaches in Europe, by ITE Group, the organizer of the Moscow International Travel and Tourism Exhibition (MITT) 2018 Moscow.
Tokyo Woos Russian Travelers to Japan
This week Moscow hotel “Radisson Slavyanskaya” held an event for the travel agencies and the media, and organized a new office for the promotion of tourism in Tokyo, for Russia under the motto “In Tokyo. A Meeting of Old and New.
Turkey Expects 5 Million Plus Russian Tourists in 2018
A recent travel agreement between Russia and Egypt has refocused attention on the Turkey tourism. Turkey expects five million plus Russians this season.
Greece Eases Visa Regime for Some Russian Travelers
The government of Greece has approved for 2017 a simplified visa regime for Russians arriving by ferry from Turkey to the Greek Islands of the Aegean (Rhodes, KOs, Lesbos, etc.). Dimitris Haitidis, the head of the Greek TEZ Tour, citing a source familiar with the situation.
World Tourism Forum Moscow: Focus Turkey
In Moscow last weekend the World Tourism Forum at the Ritz-Carlton brought together professionals of the tourism industry of Turkey, Russia and other countries, along with investors and government representatives. The big topic of discussion was Russian-Turkish tourism for the coming season, along with expectations of professionals in the industry.
Russian Tour Companies Deep Discount Summer 2017
In news from Russia’s tour operators, early sales of tours in Russia and abroad for the summer of 2017 are now underway. With maximum discounts of up to 50%, the Association of Tour Operators Russia (ATOR) announcement promises a sparkling year for recipients of touring Russians.
Spain is Top Destination for Russian Tourists
According to the press service of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR), Spain has become the most popular destination for Russian travelers. Outbound Russian tourist flows are rebounding, especially for vacation packages. Tour operators note that most Russians vacationers prefer economizing on excursions.
Vladimir Putin Says Egypt & Turkey Travel Problematic
Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed last week the situation with regard to Russian tourists once again visiting Egyptian and Turkish resorts. Mr. Putin spoke in an annual Q&A session before the Russian people, saying no good solution has been found for ensuring security of Russian tourists in Egypt.