Pobeda launches daily flights to Abu Dhabi
The Russian low-cost airline will operate daily flights from Moscow to the UAE capital until the end of spring. Previously, flights operated four times a week.
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Deadly shark spotted at Hurghada
A video showing the appearance of a dangerous mako shark in the al-Gouna area, north of Hurghada in Egypt went viral last weekend. …
Turkish airline banned from Europe
Turkey’s Southwind Airlines, which is banned by the EU from flying in the eurozone, has announced its intention to challenge the ban in European courts. The Turkish carrier is preparing to file a claim with the relevant …
Regular flight to connect Stavropol, Türkiye
Regular flights to Ankara will be performed from Stavropol Airport
Qatar Airways gets acquainted with Uzbekistan's tourism potential
A virtual presentation of the tourism potential of Uzbekistan was held for heads of Qatar Airways offices around the world. The event was …
Turkish Airlines explains to Russians requirements for flights to Latin America
Russians were told about new rules for successful air transit through Istanbul to Argentina, Brazil and other Latin American countries. They are published on the websites of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation and Turkish Airlines.
Oman to invest $31bn to boost tourism
Oman has announced plans to spend $31 billion in the tourism sector by 2040 as the sultanate looks to attract more foreign visitors. Undersecretary for Tourism at Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Azzan Qassim Al-Busaidi …
Number of direct flights from Russia to Antalya to increase
This year, Antalya expects 10% more Russian tourists than last year. New flights will help to increase tourist traffic. Two airlines will launch them from Chechnya in April.
Türkiye ’s museums become more expensive
In Türkiye, fee for museums and historical sites have risen for the third time in a year
Holidays in Iran fallen in price by half for Russians
This year, tours to Iran from Russia have become much more accessible than in the past. However, the direction still remains exotic and not very popular.
GCC Unified Tourist Visa: Schengen-style permit to triple Saudi Arabia's tourist flow
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb said a unified GCC visa would be a “significant milestone” for the industry. He said that the unification of tourist visas would greatly enhance the global appeal of …
Antalya expects 10% more tourists from Russia this year
The number of tourists from Russia to Antalya may increase in the upcoming season
Istanbul attracts record number of foreign tourists in 2023
One of the most visited cities in the world, Istanbul, broke an all-time record in the number of foreign tourists with nearly 17.4 million individuals …
Flow of tourists to Iran increases by 50%
Iran is developing as a tourist destination. Last year, it was visited by 50% more foreign guests than the year before.
Dubai named 'best global destination'
Dubai has secured its position once again, topping the charts for over three consecutive years as the ultimate destination in TripAdvisor's Global Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations Awards 2024. …
Türkiye changes its tourism image
Türkiye decided that the country's tourism image on the world stage should change. Türkiye should not be perceived as a cheap resort. However, the country does not strive to be included in the list of the most expensive tourist destinations.
Direct flight to connect Astana and Batumi
Planes will fly again between Astana and Batumi. In June, SCAT will operate two flights a week, and three flights will be operated from July. The international flight will help to increase mutual tourist flow.
Türkiye expects record number of tourists from Russia in 2024
Türkiye expects more than 7 million Russian tourists this year. It is planned to break the record set before the pandemic in 2019.
Iranian authorities cancel entry visas for tourists
The Iranian authorities decided to unilaterally cancel entry visas for tourists from 28 countries as of February 4
Where will Russians spend vacation in 2024?
ATOR gave a forecast for the most popular tourist destinations among Russians for 2024
