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. …
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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
Russians buy cheaper summer tours to Türkiye
Prices for summer holidays in Türkiye have decreased by almost 30% as part of early booking. Russian tourists are actively buying up tours in January.
Russia remains Turkey's main energy supplier
Russia has retained its position as the main supplier of natural gas and oil to Turkey in 2023, the Turkish Hurriyet newspaper reported, citing data from the Energy Market Regulatory Authority. Moreover, Russia is the main exporter of …
Kazakhstan cancels tourist tax for foreigners
Foreign tourists in Kazakhstan have stopped paying a special tourist fee. The fee was collected from tourists last year.
Antalya airports receive record number of tourists
Antalya airports received a record number of tourists from December 23 to 30 this year. During this period, 121,139 tourists arrived in Antalya, which is one of the most important tourist centers in the Mediterranean. Overall, …
How many Russians go on vacation in Turkey in 2023?
The tourist flow from Russia to Turkey will total at least 6.3 mln people in 2023, which is still 10% lower than the pre-pandemic results, the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) reported. "According to the …
Türkiye in winter: where do Russians go?
Türkiye remains a popular destination among Russian tourists not only in summer, but also in winter. Russians will celebrate the New Year in Antalya, Istanbul and Turkish ski resorts.
Russians buy tours to Türkiye for summer 2024
Tours to Türkiye for next summer are already being actively booked in Russia. Today, sales are three times higher than last year.
Turkey may revise all-inclusive model for hotels
Representatives of the Turkish tourism industry propose to revise the all-inclusive model for hotels, under which the tourist will choose what food and drinks he pays for, head of the Union of Mediterranean Touristic Hoteliers and Operators …
Share of tourists from Middle East growing in Russia
The share of tourists from the Middle East planning to visit Russia in winter surged to almost 40% over the year, according to the research by the online hotel …
Russian tourist flow to Türkiye exceeds 5.8 million people
This year, Russia ranked first in terms of the tourist flow to Türkiye. Over 10 months, almost 5.84 million Russian tourists visited the country.
Tours to Egypt become popular amid falling prices
Egypt is the main holiday destination, which Russians choose at the end of November. Now a holiday in Egypt costs 20% less than at the beginning of November.
Russia, Türkiye set tourism record
Russian tourists continue to choose Türkiye as their main destination for foreign holidays
Charters increased demand for tours to Istanbul
In 2023, Russians are actively buying tours to Istanbul. Demand for such holidays has increased several times over the year.
Uzbekistan becomes best country for tourism in 2024
Uzbekistan has won the competition for the title of best tourist destination for 2024. International experts from Lonely Planet chose Uzbekistan from a dozen countries around the world.
