Uzbekistan is recognized as the «Best new participant» at the New York Travel and Adventure Show 2025 in the USA
The delegation of Uzbekistan, headed by Deputy Chairman of the Tourism Committee Sardor Niyazov, took part for the first time in the New York Travel and Adventure Show 2025, which was held in New York on January 25-26.

Being the only participant from the CIS countries, the delegation organized a number of events aimed at increasing the…
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Turkmenistan: growing demand among Russian tourists
Turkmenistan is one of the most closed countries in the world, and one of the most mysterious. In ancient times, the routes of the Great Silk Road ran here, powerful kingdoms arose and declined.

Russian tour operators note the demand growth to Turkmenistan in 2025, although this country remains a non-mass and niche destination, attracting…
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A National standard for sustainable tourism will be developed in Russia
The financial development institution DOM.RF is working on this project together with the Russian Union of Travel Industry (RUTI) with the support of the Ministry of Economic Development.

The criteria of the standard will focus on environmental, social and economic aspects, and it will become a tool for evaluating the “green” facilities…
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Azerbaijan hosts Eurasian Mountain Tourism Forum
The Eurasian Mountain Tourism Forum was held in the Shahdag mountain resort in Azerbaijan from March 4-6.

The Eurasian Alliance of Mountain Resorts was created in 2023. This public organization unites six leading mountain resorts in Eurasia - Russia's Rosa Khutor, Amirsoy from Uzbekistan, Shahdag from Azerbaijan, Shymbulak and Oy Karagay…
https://russtd.com/azerbaijan-hosts-eurasian-mountain-tourism-forum.html

All restrictions on the sale of tours to Abkhazia have been lifted
Taking into account the stabilization of the situation in Abkhazia, March 14, the Russian Foreign Ministry cancelled the recommendations to refrain from traveling to the republic, which had been in effect since mid-November 2024.

According to Vice President of ATOR, General Director of the tour operator Dolphin Sergey Romashkin, the demand…
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Kyrgyzstan presents tourism potential at roadshow in Zurich
The event is organized by the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Switzerland in cooperation with the Kyrgyz Association of Tourism Organizations and with the support of international partners, including the German Society for International Cooperation and the European Union.

The roadshow was attended by Swiss travel agencies interested in organizing…
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Health & Wellness tourism: myths and reality
Despite established stereotypes about stagnation, health and wellness tourism in Russia is actively developing, offering new formats.

The traditional core of the industry – spa treatment and rehabilitation – is now complemented by a variety of new products that not only expand the audience, but also involve people in a healthy lifestyle.
https://russtd.com/health-and-wellness-tourism-myths-and-reality.html

Turkey expects 7 million tourists from Russia this year
This was announced at the annual workshop of the tour operator Anex by the Turkish Ambassador to Russia, Mr. Tanju Bilgic. He also spoke about new perspective resorts in Turkey.

«We have very positive forecasts for the season, based on successful early booking», - noted Mr. Bilgic.
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Karnataka Tourism greeted travel professionals in St. Petersburg
March 21 Karnataka Tourism presented its tourism potential to more than 50 travel agencies from St. Petersburg.

Ms. Salma Fahim IAS, Secretary of Tourism Government of Karnataka warmly welcomed tourism industry professionals...

https://russtd.com/karnataka-tourism-greeted-travel-professionals-in-st.-petersburg.html

Thailand after the March 28 earthquake: overview of the situation
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has issued an official summary of the situation in Bangkok following the March 28 earthquake northwest of Chiang Mai province.

As early as 7 p.m. on March 28, the situation in Bangkok was declared as safe, and everyone was allowed to return to their homes and hotels. No state of emergency has been…
https://russtd.com/thailand-after-the-march-28-earthquake-overview-of-the-situation.html

Next destination is Georgia
Georgian Airways announced direct flights from Tbilisi to Ekaterinburg in summer 2025. Tamaz Gaiashvili, the head of the holding company underlines that flagship carrier, based at the Tbilisi airport, operates flights from Tbilisi, Batumi and Kutaisi to Moscow, Saint-Petersburg and Novosibirsk. The exact schedule of flights from Tbilisi to Ekaterinburg…
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Moldova will adopt Greece's experience in tourism
In Athens Moldovan Minister of Culture Sergiu Prodan met with Greek Minister of Tourism Olga Kefaloyanni, with whom he discussed the possibility of cooperation and exchange of experience between the departments of the two countries.

"Greece is a successful example of developing its tourism heritage, this exchange of experience is important…
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A virtual tour of the streets of Georgia will appear on Google Maps
Google Street View is officially launched in Georgia in cooperation with the Ministry of Economy of Georgia and the Agency for Innovation and Technology.

As part of the project, special Google film crews will shoot 360-degree panoramic images in 24 cities of Georgia starting in March 2025. Filming will continue for exactly one year and…
https://russtd.com/a-virtual-tour-of-the-streets-of-georgia-will-appear-on-google-maps.html

The number of Russian tourists to Tajikistan has increased
The number of tourists from Russia to Tajikistan has increased. This was stated by the head of the Tourism Development Committee under the Government of the Republic, Jamshed Jumahonzoda, during a press conference.

According to him, the republic's authorities attach great importance to attracting travelers from Russia. Answering a question…
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Russian tourists named the safest and most dangerous countries for tourism
Russians named the countries they consider the safest and most dangerous for tourism. The survey was conducted by the Renaissance Insurance Group and Ozon Travel.

Belarus was recognized as the safest country for travel, which was indicated by every second respondent (51%). The top three also included China (33%) and Japan (17%). Maldives…
https://russtd.com/russian-tourists-named-the-safest-and-most-dangerous-countries-for-tourism.html

The preferences of Russian cruise tourists have changed over the past three years
Russian tourists are increasingly booking sea voyages abroad. They are not afraid of difficulties with visas, flights and not always convenient payment methods. Thus, this season, the demand for European and Asian cruises has grown significantly. Those airliners where it was possible to organize a Russian-language service and offer a turnkey program…
https://russtd.com/the-preferences-of-russian-cruise-tourists-have-changed-over-the-past-three-years.html

Russian tourists are increasingly interested in cruises to Antarctica
Antarctica is rapidly gaining popularity among cruise tourists all over the world. The share of Russians is also growing, although in Russia this destination still remains exotic of the highest order.

The main tourists in Antarctica are US citizens - according to the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), they account…
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Demand for travel to Japan remains high
The tourist flow from Russia to Japan increased by 76% in the first quarter of 2025. According to data published on the global website of the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO), 29.4 thousand Russians visited the country in January-March 2025.

This is 75.8% more than in the same period a year earlier. In March alone, 18.8 thousand…
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Oil spill on the beaches of Fujairah
On April 11, 2025, an oil spill occurred in the Emirate of Fujairah (UAE) in the port area, located just a few kilometers from the hotel zone. The pollution quickly reached the shore and affected the coastline near the Novotel Fujairah, Al Bahar Hotel & Resort and Ibis Fujairah hotels. As a result of the incident, several beaches were temporarily…
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Demand for foreign travel among Russians has sharply increased because of strengthening of the ruble
The number of hotel bookings and sales of tours abroad increased sharply against the background of the strengthening of the ruble. The favorable rate encourages tourists from Russia to plan future trips, thanks to which tours for autumn and winter are sold, experts say.

According to SberCIB, from the beginning of the year to the end of…
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Popular European destinations among Russian tourists
According to OneTwoTrip Italy is the most popular destination among tourists — 31.4% of Russians plan the holidays in in Italy this year.

«France (19.5%), Spain (13.0%), Germany (5.4%) and Greece (4.9%) are also of interest. 67.3% of travelers said that their plans were affected by the lack of direct flights to European countries, so it…
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