Visa waiver agreement between Azerbaijan and China comes into force in July
The agreement between the governments of Azerbaijan and China on mutual visa waiver for holders of ordinary passports comes into force on July 16, 2025.
As reported by Oxu.Az with reference to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, all internal procedures necessary for the entry into force of the document signed on April 23, 2025 in Beijing have been completed.
In accordance with the agreement, citizens of Azerbaijan and China holding valid civil passports will be able to enter, exit and transit through the territory of the other country without visas for up to 30 days within one trip and no more than 90 days within any 180-day period.
The agreement between the governments of Azerbaijan and China on mutual visa waiver for holders of ordinary passports comes into force on July 16, 2025.
As reported by Oxu.Az with reference to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, all internal procedures necessary for the entry into force of the document signed on April 23, 2025 in Beijing have been completed.
In accordance with the agreement, citizens of Azerbaijan and China holding valid civil passports will be able to enter, exit and transit through the territory of the other country without visas for up to 30 days within one trip and no more than 90 days within any 180-day period.
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Flights through the airspace of Iran and Israel resumed: the Middle East crisis is nearing its end
On June 13, Rosaviatsia banned Russian air carriers from flying to and from Israel and Iran until June 26 due to the sharp deterioration of the situation in the Middle East. At the same time, Iran and Israel closed their airspace to civilian aircraft.
Rosaviatsia has now lifted the ban on flights in the airspace of Iraq, Iran and Jordan. Logistics chains will soon be restored, and flights, including to the Emirates, will be carried out along the usual routes, which will have a positive impact on the tourism industry.
On June 27, the first flight from Iran by Mahan Air arrived from Mashhad to Moscow and flew back. Aeroflot also began selling tickets for flights to Tehran on July 4.
In connection with the opening of Israeli airspace, Russian airlines Red Wings and Azimuth decided to resume flights to Israel.
Thus, from July 2, Red Wings plans to operate flights to Tel Aviv from Moscow, Sochi and St. Petersburg, and from July 3 - from Mineralnye Vody.
Azimuth resumes flights to Tel Aviv according to the schedule from June 27, 2025 from Sochi and from June 30, 2025 from Mineralnye Vody.
The largest Israeli airline El Al announced the resumption of flights from July 1 between Tel Aviv and Moscow.
Air Arabia, which suspended flights to Russia on June 13, 2025 due to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, also announced the restoration of the route network from the end of June. A notice about the resumption of all flights on previously suspended routes, including from Russia, appeared on the airline's website. Tickets for the flights are already on sale.
On June 13, Rosaviatsia banned Russian air carriers from flying to and from Israel and Iran until June 26 due to the sharp deterioration of the situation in the Middle East. At the same time, Iran and Israel closed their airspace to civilian aircraft.
Rosaviatsia has now lifted the ban on flights in the airspace of Iraq, Iran and Jordan. Logistics chains will soon be restored, and flights, including to the Emirates, will be carried out along the usual routes, which will have a positive impact on the tourism industry.
On June 27, the first flight from Iran by Mahan Air arrived from Mashhad to Moscow and flew back. Aeroflot also began selling tickets for flights to Tehran on July 4.
In connection with the opening of Israeli airspace, Russian airlines Red Wings and Azimuth decided to resume flights to Israel.
Thus, from July 2, Red Wings plans to operate flights to Tel Aviv from Moscow, Sochi and St. Petersburg, and from July 3 - from Mineralnye Vody.
Azimuth resumes flights to Tel Aviv according to the schedule from June 27, 2025 from Sochi and from June 30, 2025 from Mineralnye Vody.
The largest Israeli airline El Al announced the resumption of flights from July 1 between Tel Aviv and Moscow.
Air Arabia, which suspended flights to Russia on June 13, 2025 due to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, also announced the restoration of the route network from the end of June. A notice about the resumption of all flights on previously suspended routes, including from Russia, appeared on the airline's website. Tickets for the flights are already on sale.
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Russia is ready to resume direct flights to the Dominican Republic
Air traffic with the Dominican Republic was suspended amid anti-Russian sanctions in 2022.
Russia is currently ready to resume direct flights to the Dominican Republic, the first flights may become available this winter. This was reported by the press service of the Russian Ministry of Transport following a meeting between Deputy Transport Minister Vladimir Poteshkin and Dominican partners. The meeting was initiated by the Dominican side.
Dominican Ambassador to Russia Alejandro Arias Zarzuela expressed the country's high interest in resuming air traffic and emphasized that Russian tourists will be welcome at the republic's resorts. The Ministry of Transport and Rosaviatsia noted their readiness to provide comprehensive assistance in this matter.
Air traffic with the Dominican Republic was suspended amid anti-Russian sanctions in 2022.
Russia is currently ready to resume direct flights to the Dominican Republic, the first flights may become available this winter. This was reported by the press service of the Russian Ministry of Transport following a meeting between Deputy Transport Minister Vladimir Poteshkin and Dominican partners. The meeting was initiated by the Dominican side.
Dominican Ambassador to Russia Alejandro Arias Zarzuela expressed the country's high interest in resuming air traffic and emphasized that Russian tourists will be welcome at the republic's resorts. The Ministry of Transport and Rosaviatsia noted their readiness to provide comprehensive assistance in this matter.
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Electronic visa to Russia: more opportunities will be available
Currently, the Ministry of Economic Development together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, is working on innovations for visiting Russia by foreign citizens with an electronic visa.
According to the Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation Maxim Reshetnikov at the international tourism forum "Travel!", the demand for travel in Russia is growing despite the sanctions.
Reference: According to statistics published in early February 2025 by the Border Service of the Russian Federation, 1.57 million foreign citizens visited Russia for tourism purposes in 2024. In 2023, the incoming tourist flow amounted to only 670.7 thousand people.
Therefore, in the near future, it is planned to extend the period of stay on an electronic visa from 16 to 30 days, and the possibility of multiple use of an electronic visa to Russia is also being considered (currently it is single-entry).
Currently, the Ministry of Economic Development together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, is working on innovations for visiting Russia by foreign citizens with an electronic visa.
According to the Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation Maxim Reshetnikov at the international tourism forum "Travel!", the demand for travel in Russia is growing despite the sanctions.
Reference: According to statistics published in early February 2025 by the Border Service of the Russian Federation, 1.57 million foreign citizens visited Russia for tourism purposes in 2024. In 2023, the incoming tourist flow amounted to only 670.7 thousand people.
Therefore, in the near future, it is planned to extend the period of stay on an electronic visa from 16 to 30 days, and the possibility of multiple use of an electronic visa to Russia is also being considered (currently it is single-entry).
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Kazakhstan: IATA Global Passenger Survey
The Kazakhstan Tourism Association informs about the launch of the IATA 2025 Global Passenger Survey, organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The survey is conducted from May 20 to August 12, 2025.
The survey is anonymous, available in Russian, English, German, French and other languages, and is intended for tourists and air passengers. Its goal is to identify the expectations and preferences of travelers in order to help improve the quality of service at all stages of the journey.
The survey results will be presented in October 2025 as part of the World Passenger Symposium and will form the basis for subsequent initiatives by IATA and its partners in the field of tourism and aviation services development.
You can take the survey at https://kaztour-association.com/vash-golos-vazhen-prisoedinyajtes-k-2025-iata-global-passenger-survey/.
The Kazakhstan Tourism Association informs about the launch of the IATA 2025 Global Passenger Survey, organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The survey is conducted from May 20 to August 12, 2025.
The survey is anonymous, available in Russian, English, German, French and other languages, and is intended for tourists and air passengers. Its goal is to identify the expectations and preferences of travelers in order to help improve the quality of service at all stages of the journey.
The survey results will be presented in October 2025 as part of the World Passenger Symposium and will form the basis for subsequent initiatives by IATA and its partners in the field of tourism and aviation services development.
You can take the survey at https://kaztour-association.com/vash-golos-vazhen-prisoedinyajtes-k-2025-iata-global-passenger-survey/.
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Direct flights to be launched between Russia and Saudi Arabia
Direct flights between Russia and Saudi Arabia will begin in October. Following talks with his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that direct flights will help increase tourism exchanges and business contacts between the two countries. The minister noted that in 2024, Russians made more than 36,000 trips to Saudi Arabia, while the return tourist flow increased sixfold compared to 2023.
Sheremetyevo Airport has already included flights between Moscow and Riyadh in its schedule. Saudia Airlines will operate five flights a week - on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Saudi Arabian company Flynas has also received permission from Rosaviatsia. It will be able to fly between Riyadh and Vnukovo from August 1 to October 25. The schedule is planned to include four flights a week on Airbus A320 and A330 aircraft.
As a result, Russian tourists, pilgrims and businessmen will have the opportunity to get to Saudi Arabia on regular flights without transfers. Currently, in order to get to the capital of Riyadh, the large air hub of Ad Dammam or the popular tourist city of Jeddah, you need to fly with transfers. Most connections occur in Istanbul, Antalya, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Baku and Manama.
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Direct flights between Russia and Saudi Arabia will begin in October. Following talks with his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that direct flights will help increase tourism exchanges and business contacts between the two countries. The minister noted that in 2024, Russians made more than 36,000 trips to Saudi Arabia, while the return tourist flow increased sixfold compared to 2023.
Sheremetyevo Airport has already included flights between Moscow and Riyadh in its schedule. Saudia Airlines will operate five flights a week - on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Saudi Arabian company Flynas has also received permission from Rosaviatsia. It will be able to fly between Riyadh and Vnukovo from August 1 to October 25. The schedule is planned to include four flights a week on Airbus A320 and A330 aircraft.
As a result, Russian tourists, pilgrims and businessmen will have the opportunity to get to Saudi Arabia on regular flights without transfers. Currently, in order to get to the capital of Riyadh, the large air hub of Ad Dammam or the popular tourist city of Jeddah, you need to fly with transfers. Most connections occur in Istanbul, Antalya, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Baku and Manama.
#SaudiArabia
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Philippines: it all depends on the season
The Philippines do not occupy high positions in the rating of Southeast Asian countries among Russian tourists. This is primarily due to the relatively pure hotel base, weak promotion in the Russian tourism market, and logistical difficulties.
To get to the popular island of Boracay, the travelers from Russia need to fly to Manila or Cebu with at least one transfer (the total travel time when flying from Moscow to Manila with a stopover in Abu Dhabi is 16 hours 50 minutes), then take a domestic flight to the nearest airport (it takes 1 hour to fly from Manila to Boracay), then take a boat and only then by land to the hotel. This means at least two transfers, plus one night in Manila. All this makes the trip quite complicated (about a day or more on the way) and not at all budget-friendly.
And if summer holidays in the Philippines are not in high demand, then by winter interest in exotic islands increases. In addition, despite the "boutique" nature of the destination, the Philippines has its own loyal audience, as many major tour operators note. Tourists are already booking tours up until February 2026.
The Philippines do not occupy high positions in the rating of Southeast Asian countries among Russian tourists. This is primarily due to the relatively pure hotel base, weak promotion in the Russian tourism market, and logistical difficulties.
To get to the popular island of Boracay, the travelers from Russia need to fly to Manila or Cebu with at least one transfer (the total travel time when flying from Moscow to Manila with a stopover in Abu Dhabi is 16 hours 50 minutes), then take a domestic flight to the nearest airport (it takes 1 hour to fly from Manila to Boracay), then take a boat and only then by land to the hotel. This means at least two transfers, plus one night in Manila. All this makes the trip quite complicated (about a day or more on the way) and not at all budget-friendly.
And if summer holidays in the Philippines are not in high demand, then by winter interest in exotic islands increases. In addition, despite the "boutique" nature of the destination, the Philippines has its own loyal audience, as many major tour operators note. Tourists are already booking tours up until February 2026.
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Russians visit Pattaya more often and for longer periods
Russians began to travel to Pattaya more often with their families: the resort's infrastructure has changed, and prices are still loyal. Tour operators expect a further increase in demand.
In 2025, Pattaya traditionally follows Phuket in popularity among Russians among Thai resorts. But this year, the gap from the leader has noticeably narrowed, especially in the family vacation segment. According to tour operators' forecasts, by the end of summer 2025, sales of tours to Pattaya will exceed last year's for the same period by 15-30%.
Previously, Pattaya was chosen by budget tourists without children, but now there is an increase in demand from family tourists. Thus, FUN&SUN already has a third of all applications for tours in this direction for families with children. Among the reasons for this trend, experts point to the "transformation" of Pattaya, which is turning from a classic youth location into a model resort for families with children and generally demanding tourists. New hotels are appearing, including those with infrastructure for children, beaches, walking areas, roads are being improved, and work is underway to expand and modernize U-Tapao Airport.
Russians began to travel to Pattaya more often with their families: the resort's infrastructure has changed, and prices are still loyal. Tour operators expect a further increase in demand.
In 2025, Pattaya traditionally follows Phuket in popularity among Russians among Thai resorts. But this year, the gap from the leader has noticeably narrowed, especially in the family vacation segment. According to tour operators' forecasts, by the end of summer 2025, sales of tours to Pattaya will exceed last year's for the same period by 15-30%.
Previously, Pattaya was chosen by budget tourists without children, but now there is an increase in demand from family tourists. Thus, FUN&SUN already has a third of all applications for tours in this direction for families with children. Among the reasons for this trend, experts point to the "transformation" of Pattaya, which is turning from a classic youth location into a model resort for families with children and generally demanding tourists. New hotels are appearing, including those with infrastructure for children, beaches, walking areas, roads are being improved, and work is underway to expand and modernize U-Tapao Airport.
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The probability of the start of mass tourist trips to the DPRK was estimated In Russia
The new modern resort of Wonsan, recently built and equipped in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, may soon become popular with Russian tourists. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at a press conference following talks with DPRK Foreign Minister Choi Son Hee in Wonsan.
«Our North Korean friends are interested in having more Russians at the wonderful resort of Wonsan and other resorts in the DPRK. I have no doubt that this will happen»,- Lavrov emphasized.
However, according to Dmitry Gorin, Vice President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry (RUTI), it is still difficult to talk about the start of mass tourist trips from Russia to the DPRK.
From a tourism point of view, this is a destination for which trips should only be planned on organized tours. Independent tourist trips to this country are currently impossible.
Nevertheless, Rosaviatsia has already issued permission for Nordwind to operate flights between Moscow and Pyongyang; flights will be operated twice a week.
Also, after a five-year break, the Pyongyang-Moscow train has resumed service, arriving at Moscow's Yaroslavsky Station on June 25. The train will operate twice a month, with travel time being just over eight days.
#DPRK
The new modern resort of Wonsan, recently built and equipped in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, may soon become popular with Russian tourists. This was stated by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at a press conference following talks with DPRK Foreign Minister Choi Son Hee in Wonsan.
«Our North Korean friends are interested in having more Russians at the wonderful resort of Wonsan and other resorts in the DPRK. I have no doubt that this will happen»,- Lavrov emphasized.
However, according to Dmitry Gorin, Vice President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry (RUTI), it is still difficult to talk about the start of mass tourist trips from Russia to the DPRK.
From a tourism point of view, this is a destination for which trips should only be planned on organized tours. Independent tourist trips to this country are currently impossible.
Nevertheless, Rosaviatsia has already issued permission for Nordwind to operate flights between Moscow and Pyongyang; flights will be operated twice a week.
Also, after a five-year break, the Pyongyang-Moscow train has resumed service, arriving at Moscow's Yaroslavsky Station on June 25. The train will operate twice a month, with travel time being just over eight days.
#DPRK
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Russian citizens are in first place in terms of the number of tourist visits to Georgia
From January to June 2025, 581,090 Russian citizens visited Georgia for tourism purposes, which is 10% more year-on-year, the National Tourism Administration (NTA) under the Government of Georgia reported. According to the NTA, in the first half of this year, Georgia was visited by 2.27 million tourists from different countries, which is 14.5% more than in the same period last year.
In terms of the number of tourist visits to Georgia, Russians rank first. They are followed by citizens of Turkey (their number in the first half of this year was 533,61 thousand, which is 14.5% less year-on-year), Armenia (390,78 thousand, which is 0.8% more year-on-year), Israel (171,29 thousand, an increase of 35.7%), Azerbaijan (135,24 thousand, an increase of 36%).
The growth in demand among Russians for beach holidays in Georgia has increased, among other things, due to the expansion of the flight program from major Russian cities to Batumi. The growth in popularity of the destination has predictably led to a 5-10% increase in the price of tours to the Georgian Black Sea coast this summer.
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From January to June 2025, 581,090 Russian citizens visited Georgia for tourism purposes, which is 10% more year-on-year, the National Tourism Administration (NTA) under the Government of Georgia reported. According to the NTA, in the first half of this year, Georgia was visited by 2.27 million tourists from different countries, which is 14.5% more than in the same period last year.
In terms of the number of tourist visits to Georgia, Russians rank first. They are followed by citizens of Turkey (their number in the first half of this year was 533,61 thousand, which is 14.5% less year-on-year), Armenia (390,78 thousand, which is 0.8% more year-on-year), Israel (171,29 thousand, an increase of 35.7%), Azerbaijan (135,24 thousand, an increase of 36%).
The growth in demand among Russians for beach holidays in Georgia has increased, among other things, due to the expansion of the flight program from major Russian cities to Batumi. The growth in popularity of the destination has predictably led to a 5-10% increase in the price of tours to the Georgian Black Sea coast this summer.
#Georgia
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Spain has begun checking the availability of transit visas for Russian citizens
The Spanish authorities have started checking Russian citizens for transit visas when transferring at Spanish airports, even if they do not leave the international zone, the kingdom's Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported. This measure came into force on July 12, 2025.
Previously, Russians could transfer in Spain without a visa if they met certain conditions, but now this opportunity has been cancelled. The new rule applies only to holders of regular (non-biometric) passports and does not apply to persons with a valid Schengen visa or residence permit in EU countries.
A transit visa allows the traveler to stay only in the international zone of the airport and does not give you the right to enter the country.
The Spanish Foreign Ministry recommends to apply for a visa in advance and check in advance for all the necessary documents, including tickets, a passport, and a completed application form.
The Spanish authorities have started checking Russian citizens for transit visas when transferring at Spanish airports, even if they do not leave the international zone, the kingdom's Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported. This measure came into force on July 12, 2025.
Previously, Russians could transfer in Spain without a visa if they met certain conditions, but now this opportunity has been cancelled. The new rule applies only to holders of regular (non-biometric) passports and does not apply to persons with a valid Schengen visa or residence permit in EU countries.
A transit visa allows the traveler to stay only in the international zone of the airport and does not give you the right to enter the country.
The Spanish Foreign Ministry recommends to apply for a visa in advance and check in advance for all the necessary documents, including tickets, a passport, and a completed application form.
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Unexpected results of the tourist season in Armenia
Armenia remains one of the popular destinations among Russians, despite the steady decline in tourist flow from Russia. This is evidenced by the data provided by travel companies and experts from the Russian Federation surveyed by Sputnik Armenia.
According to data for January-May 2025, 256 367 Russian citizens visited Armenia. This is…
https://russtd.com/unexpected-results-of-the-tourist-season-in-armenia.html
Armenia remains one of the popular destinations among Russians, despite the steady decline in tourist flow from Russia. This is evidenced by the data provided by travel companies and experts from the Russian Federation surveyed by Sputnik Armenia.
According to data for January-May 2025, 256 367 Russian citizens visited Armenia. This is…
https://russtd.com/unexpected-results-of-the-tourist-season-in-armenia.html
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Beach holidays in Europe: preferences of Russians
The interest of Russian tourists in summer holidays in European countries is steadily growing, Russian tour operators note, citing their sales data. Demand there this summer is not massive, but steady. Montenegro, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Spain, and Cyprus are the most popular among tourists.
In addition to package tours, tourists book only…
https://russtd.com/beach-holidays-in-europe-preferences-of-russians.html
The interest of Russian tourists in summer holidays in European countries is steadily growing, Russian tour operators note, citing their sales data. Demand there this summer is not massive, but steady. Montenegro, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Spain, and Cyprus are the most popular among tourists.
In addition to package tours, tourists book only…
https://russtd.com/beach-holidays-in-europe-preferences-of-russians.html
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What happens with tourists in Kamchatka after the earthquake
After a powerful earthquake off the coast of Kamchatka on July 30, 2025, the resulting tsunami quickly spread from the epicenter across the Pacific Ocean. Problems also affected air traffic between the continental United States and Hawaii. Several planes heading to Honolulu were forced to return. In Japan, the runway at Sendai Airport was temporarily…
https://russtd.com/what-happens-with-tourists-in-kamchatka-after-the-earthquake.html
After a powerful earthquake off the coast of Kamchatka on July 30, 2025, the resulting tsunami quickly spread from the epicenter across the Pacific Ocean. Problems also affected air traffic between the continental United States and Hawaii. Several planes heading to Honolulu were forced to return. In Japan, the runway at Sendai Airport was temporarily…
https://russtd.com/what-happens-with-tourists-in-kamchatka-after-the-earthquake.html
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The King of Malaysia is studying Russia, and the demand for Malaysia from Russians is growing
The King of Malaysia, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, arrived in Russia on a state visit on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. This is the first visit to Russia by a Malaysian head of state since diplomatic relations were established in 1967. The king's visit also shows that Malaysia intends to strengthen relations with Russia in all strategic sectors, including…
https://russtd.com/the-king-of-malaysia-is-studying-russia,-and-the-demand-for-malaysia-from-russians-is-growing.html
The King of Malaysia, His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim, arrived in Russia on a state visit on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. This is the first visit to Russia by a Malaysian head of state since diplomatic relations were established in 1967. The king's visit also shows that Malaysia intends to strengthen relations with Russia in all strategic sectors, including…
https://russtd.com/the-king-of-malaysia-is-studying-russia,-and-the-demand-for-malaysia-from-russians-is-growing.html
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Georgia presented its cuisine at the prestigious festival in the UK
Georgian cuisine was presented at one of the largest gastronomic festivals in the world, The National Geographic Traveler Food Festival in London, the Georgian National Tourism Administration reports.
Georgian dishes (khinkali, lobiani, khachapuri, gebzhalia) were presented to guests of the festival by famous Georgian chefs.
The…
https://russtd.com/georgia-presented-its-cuisine-at-the-prestigious-festival-in-the-uk.html
Georgian cuisine was presented at one of the largest gastronomic festivals in the world, The National Geographic Traveler Food Festival in London, the Georgian National Tourism Administration reports.
Georgian dishes (khinkali, lobiani, khachapuri, gebzhalia) were presented to guests of the festival by famous Georgian chefs.
The…
https://russtd.com/georgia-presented-its-cuisine-at-the-prestigious-festival-in-the-uk.html
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The Russian Ministry of Transport has predicted a record growth in air traffic between Russia and the UAE this year
The Russian Ministry of Transport expects that by the end of 2025, the volume of passenger air traffic between Russia and the United Arab Emirates will be a record. This was announced on August 7 by Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin. According to him, cooperation in the field of transport between Russia and the UAE is developing very well, and the…
https://russtd.com/the-russian-ministry-of-transport-has-predicted-a-record-growth-in-air-traffic-between-russia-and-the-uae-this-year.html
The Russian Ministry of Transport expects that by the end of 2025, the volume of passenger air traffic between Russia and the United Arab Emirates will be a record. This was announced on August 7 by Transport Minister Andrei Nikitin. According to him, cooperation in the field of transport between Russia and the UAE is developing very well, and the…
https://russtd.com/the-russian-ministry-of-transport-has-predicted-a-record-growth-in-air-traffic-between-russia-and-the-uae-this-year.html
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Experts named three conditions for attracting Russians to Saudi Arabia
At the moment, the launch of direct flights from Moscow to Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, has not given a noticeable boost to sales in the tourism sector at the moment, although direct flights are certainly a huge help for business contacts, Space Travel notes. Nevertheless, the company does not rule out that the low demand at the moment is due, among other things, to seasonality. And closer to December, the effect of direct flights may be more noticeable.
The main points of attraction for discerning tourists from Russia are not Riyadh, but Al-Ula, the Red Sea resort and Jeddah. These regions are of interest to tour operators. There are direct flights from Riyadh to these resorts, but this is a connecting flight.
Most large tour operators call Saudi Arabia a 99% independent destination. At the same time, there are requests for combinations with neighboring Middle Eastern countries, for example, with the UAE, as well as sea cruises.
Experts name three conditions for attracting Russians to vacation in Saudi Arabia and popularizing this destination:
Abolition of visas (or at least simplification of entry), or reduction of the cost of a visa (currently it is 105 US dollars). A visa allows staying in Saudi Arabia for up to 90 days;
The second important topic for Russians is the complete ban on alcohol in the country. In order to compete with other Arab countries in terms of tourist flow, Saudi Arabia needs to lift the ban on alcohol in resort hotels for foreigners;
Increasing the recognition of Saudi Arabia among Russian travel agents is another effective way to increase sales. Information tours are needed. And this should be a mass story, not small groups with a huge price that travel agents are not ready to pay.
At the moment, the launch of direct flights from Moscow to Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, has not given a noticeable boost to sales in the tourism sector at the moment, although direct flights are certainly a huge help for business contacts, Space Travel notes. Nevertheless, the company does not rule out that the low demand at the moment is due, among other things, to seasonality. And closer to December, the effect of direct flights may be more noticeable.
The main points of attraction for discerning tourists from Russia are not Riyadh, but Al-Ula, the Red Sea resort and Jeddah. These regions are of interest to tour operators. There are direct flights from Riyadh to these resorts, but this is a connecting flight.
Most large tour operators call Saudi Arabia a 99% independent destination. At the same time, there are requests for combinations with neighboring Middle Eastern countries, for example, with the UAE, as well as sea cruises.
Experts name three conditions for attracting Russians to vacation in Saudi Arabia and popularizing this destination:
Abolition of visas (or at least simplification of entry), or reduction of the cost of a visa (currently it is 105 US dollars). A visa allows staying in Saudi Arabia for up to 90 days;
The second important topic for Russians is the complete ban on alcohol in the country. In order to compete with other Arab countries in terms of tourist flow, Saudi Arabia needs to lift the ban on alcohol in resort hotels for foreigners;
Increasing the recognition of Saudi Arabia among Russian travel agents is another effective way to increase sales. Information tours are needed. And this should be a mass story, not small groups with a huge price that travel agents are not ready to pay.
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Intourmarket invites you to lake Baikal in autumn
The international tourism exhibition Intourmarket is now held several times a year in different regions of Russia. The nearest project is «Intourmarket. Baikal»: September 25-27, 2025, Irkutsk, exhibition complex «Sibexpocentre».
The exhibition will present all the possibilities of active and educational recreation in the Baikal region,…
https://russtd.com/%C2%ABinturmarket%C2%BB-priglashaet-osenyu-na-bajkal.html
The international tourism exhibition Intourmarket is now held several times a year in different regions of Russia. The nearest project is «Intourmarket. Baikal»: September 25-27, 2025, Irkutsk, exhibition complex «Sibexpocentre».
The exhibition will present all the possibilities of active and educational recreation in the Baikal region,…
https://russtd.com/%C2%ABinturmarket%C2%BB-priglashaet-osenyu-na-bajkal.html
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Protests in Nepal: what about tourists from Russia
Mass protests took place in Nepal on Tuesday, September 9, amid the blocking of a number of social networks. Nepal's international airport is currently closed, all flights have been cancelled. A curfew has been imposed in Kathmandu and some other cities. Under the current curfew, the Nepal Tourism Board together with the Tourist Police, is launching…
https://russtd.com/protests-in-nepal-what-about-tourists-from-russia.html
Mass protests took place in Nepal on Tuesday, September 9, amid the blocking of a number of social networks. Nepal's international airport is currently closed, all flights have been cancelled. A curfew has been imposed in Kathmandu and some other cities. Under the current curfew, the Nepal Tourism Board together with the Tourist Police, is launching…
https://russtd.com/protests-in-nepal-what-about-tourists-from-russia.html
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Aeroflot returns direct flights to Seychelles
Starting October 2, Aeroflot will resume flights to the Seychelles (they were suspended for technical reasons since May 2023). Until October 26, flights will be operated twice a week - on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and from October 28, another frequency will appear - on Mondays. The airline will serve the route with Airbus A350 liner in a three-class…
https://russtd.com/aeroflot-returns-direct-flights-to-seychelles.html
Starting October 2, Aeroflot will resume flights to the Seychelles (they were suspended for technical reasons since May 2023). Until October 26, flights will be operated twice a week - on Wednesdays and Saturdays, and from October 28, another frequency will appear - on Mondays. The airline will serve the route with Airbus A350 liner in a three-class…
https://russtd.com/aeroflot-returns-direct-flights-to-seychelles.html
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