Moscow and New Delhi may establish visa-free travel
Russia and India are discussing the potential introduction of a visa-free regime for group tourists, a measure aimed at strengthening tourism ties between the two countries.
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ATOR expects significant increase in tourism from Saudi Arabia due to visa waiver
The Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) is expecting a significant increase in mutual tourism between Russia and Saudi Arabia after the visa waiver.
Russia waives visas for Chinese tourists
Chinese nationals traveling to Russia for tourism or business purposes for up to 30 days have been granted the ability to enter the country without visas, according to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decree.
Russia forecasts to have 5 mln foreign visitors in 2025
The number of foreign tourists with hotel accommodation in Russia is expected to approximate 5 million this year, Russia's Economic Development Minister Dmitry Vakhrukov said.
Russia expects tourist flow growth to Turkey in 2025
Russia expects incremental growth in the tourist flow of its citizens to Turkey as of the end of 2025, Charge d’Affaires ad interim of Russia to Turkey Alexey Ivanov said on the sidelines of the 16th Asian Conference of the Valdai international discussion club held in Istanbul.
Russia sees 12% growth in Turkish tourist arrivals
Tourist traffic from Türkiye to Russia increased by 12% year-on-year during the July-September period.
Chechen authorities to continue construction of prefabricated tourist homes
Developers of new tourist facilities have already received grant support under the "Tourism and Hospitality" national project
Another promenade area by water to be created in Sochi
Details were shared by the resort city administration
September becomes most popular month for Russian tourists in Turkey
Russian tourists were the largest group of visitors to Antalya in September. Tourist arrivals from Russia to Turkey increased by nearly 6.5% in the first month of autumn.
Tourist flow to Russia increases by 5.5%
Tourist flow to Russia increased by 5.5% year-on-year in January-August of 2025, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said at a strategic session on Russia's tourism development.
Foreign tourist arrivals in Moscow up 10%
The tourist flow of foreigners to the Russian capital gained 10% year on year in the first half of 2025, the Moscow Tourism Committee's press service said.
Missing tourist found in Sochi mountains a week later
The man was found in the village of Aibga
Crimea becomes tourist hit of velvet season 2025
This year, Crimea has become the most popular domestic destination for velvet season tours. The growth in demand is about 40% compared to last year. …
Most budget-friendly destinations for September vacation announced
Tour operators report that Russians can enjoy a seaside vacation for two at the end of the summer season for under 100,000 rubles, with Türkiye, China, and the UAE emerging as top affordable international destinations this autumn.
Russia and Azerbaijan to jointly develop cruise tourism in Caspian Sea
Tourism authorities from Russia and Azerbaijan have announced plans to collaborate on cruise shipping operations in the Caspian Sea.
Black and Azov Seas experience unusually warm waters
Water temperatures in the Black and Azov Seas have reached 26-27°C, approximately 2 degrees above seasonal norms, according to marine experts.
Tourists trips across Russia up 7% in 6 months
Tourists made 41.4 million trips across Russia in the first six months of 2025, up 7% on the year before, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko said.
Outbound tourism by Russians surges in summer
Outbound tourism by Russians this summer has grown by an average of 20% compared to the same period last year, President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry Ilya Umansky said.
Gelendzhik tourism surges 40% following airport reopening
Tourist demand for Gelendzhik resorts has increased significantly since the airport resumed operations in early July.
ATOR predicts foreign tourist numbers to match 2024 levels
This summer, the flow of tourists from abroad to Russian cities will remain at the level of 2024, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR).
