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Articles with tag "Tourism"

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Russia Extends International Flight Ban Due to Coronavirus

Foreign citizens and stateless people will not be allowed entry into Russia until 11:59 p.m. July 31.
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Where Can I Travel in Russia This Summer?

Many Russian regions are re-opening for domestic tourism following three months of coronavirus lockdowns.
TRAVEL CRASH

Moscow’s Tour Guides Pray for Miracle as Summer Season Ebbs Away

With Russia’s borders still shut, the country faces a year of lost tourist spending.
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Russia to Offer Simplified E-Visas to Tourists From 53 Countries in 2021

Citizens of EU member states, China, Japan, India and Turkey will be able to obtain e-visas to Russia for about $50.
budget travel

Wizz Air Opens First Russian Base With 5 European Routes

The low-cost airline says tickets for its new flights to and from St. Petersburg will start at $28.
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Russian Hotels Urged to Turn Non-Married Couples Away to Slow Virus’ Spread

Hotels would be required to “explain” why unmarried couples end up in the same room.
STAYCATION

Russia Wants to Spark a Domestic Tourism Boom. Will It Work?

The government is telling Russians to explore their homeland, and borders remain shut. 
NO VACATIONS

Russian Tourism Might Not Recover to Pre-Coronavirus Levels Until 2021

Officials warn that only gradual resumptions of travel will be possible this year.
easier access

Russia Seeks to Revive Coronavirus-Hit Tourism Industry By Cutting Visa Red Tape

Tourists would be able to get multiple-entry visas valid for up to five years if the changes take effect.
SERIOUS DELAY

Russia’s Aeroflot Cancels International Flight Sales Until August

With uncertainty over when the government ban on international travel will be lifted, Russia’s largest airline stops selling tickets.
HEAVY TURBULENCE

Russian Airlines Face Coronavirus Bankruptcy, Government Warns

Industry could lose $1.3 billion by the end of the year, federal air agency says.
STRANDED ABROAD

Russian Tourists Trapped in Europe Amid Canceled Flights, Closing Borders

Russia has suspended most flights to and from Europe to try to contain the spread of the coronavirus.
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Russia Temporarily Bans Entry of Foreigners Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

The ban will not apply to diplomatic representatives, airplane crew members and some other categories of people.
CORONAVIRUS COSTS

Coronavirus Hits Russian Tourism for $400M Loss

Tour operators warn of an "unprecedented situation" which could put industry on brink of collapse.
hot destination

Russia Welcomes 20% More Tourists in 2019

The numbers come as Russia moves to simplify visa requirements for citizens of 53 countries and boost its tourism revenue.
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2 Russian Children Killed in Thai Boat Crash

Russia’s Investigative Committee, the law enforcement authority that handles major crimes, has announced an inspection into the incident.
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Russia to Offer Simplified E-Visas to 53 Countries, Snubs U.S. and Britain

The 16-day e-visas will be available to citizens of the EU and different countries in Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.
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Virus Fallout Hits Lake Baikal as Chinese Tourists Stay Away

Winter is high season for tourism around Lake Baikal, but the coronavirus outbreak has curtailed its main source of income.
Time to explore

Russia Looks to Extend Tourist Visa Stay Period to 6 Months – Izvestia

The relaxed visa rules would also allow visitors from anywhere in the world to apply with a hotel reservation.
Canceled vacation

Russia Blocks Chinese Tour Groups, Closes Border Crossings as Coronavirus Spreads

Russian tour agencies will stop accepting new tour groups from China as Beijing encourages its citizens to reconsider the timing of overseas travel.
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