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Articles with tag "travel"

Passport strength

Russian Passport Drops in Worldwide Ease-of-Travel Ranking

Russian citizens can travel to 116 destinations without needing to obtain a visa beforehand.
'Indefinite quarantine'

Bubonic Plague Scare Closes Russia-Mongolia Border, Trapping Russian Tourists

Mongolian authorities have closed a key border crossing with Russia on suspicion that it may have played a role in the outbreak.
Regulated luggage

Russian Ministry Moves to Ban Personal Imports of Parmesan and Jamon – Reports

The proposed ban stems from health concerns over infectious diseases.
Travel advisory

U.S. Warns Its Citizens of Kidnapping Risks in Russia

U.S. citizens “may become victims of harassment, mistreatment and extortion,” the State Department said.
World travelers

Russian Passport Holders Enjoy 47th-Highest Ease of Travel – Ranking

Russian citizens can visit 118 destinations visa-free or on arrival.
No vacancy

Russia Moves to Ban Hostels in Apartments, Endangering Budget Travel

The ban could close as many as 40 percent of hostels in Moscow alone, hoteliers warn.
City Break

Get Out of Town! Go to Tula

A weekend trip to Tula is just the break you need: art, museums, history, writers and hip hostelries and eateries.
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