Russian tour operators booked solid, no 'last-minute' option
"Last-minute tours" at discounted rates essentially died after the pandemic, Executive Director of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) Maya Lomidze said.
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Reshetnikov forecasts 2026 domestic tourist flow
Domestic tourist flow in Russia increased by 4.3% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, but full-year figures are expected to remain at the same level as in 2025, Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov said at a tourism development meeting.
Azerbaijan introduces one year visa free regime for Bosnia and Singapore
Azerbaijan has introduced a one-year visa-free regime for tourists from Singapore and Bosnia and Herzegovina to attract more foreign visitors.
Foreign tourist flow to Russia in 2026 may increase by 20 percent
Foreign tourist flow to Russia in 2026 could rise by 20% compared to the previous year, reaching 7 million trips, Director of the Department of Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects at the Russian Economic Development Ministry Nikita Kondratyev said.
Russia plans to scrap visas with three countries in 2026
Russia aims to abolish visa requirements for citizens of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Kuwait in 2026, Director of the Department of Multilateral Economic Cooperation and Special Projects at the Russian Ministry of Economic Development Nikita Kondratyev said on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).
Rosaviation extends Iran flight ban
Russian aviation authorities will not open Iranian airspace to civilian aircraft
China ready to extend visa-free regime for Russians by one year
China has notified Russia about its readiness to extend the visa-free regime for Russians by a year, until September 2027, the newspaper Izvestiya reported on Monday, citing a source in the Russian Foreign Ministry.
Foreign tourist inflow to Russia up by 36 percent in January
The inflow of foreign tourists to Russia increased by 36% in January 2026 year-on-year, Russia's Minister of Economic Development Maxim Reshetnikov said at a meeting of the ministry’s board.
Qatar Airways gets ready to return to Russian market
Its schedule already includes a direct flight from Doha to Moscow on March 29
Antalya expects 145,000 Russian tourists per week this summer
The tourist flow from Russia to Antalya this summer may increase by 3%, with the airport expected to welcome approximately 145,000 Russian guests weekly.
Number of foreign tourists visiting Russia increases by 15 in year
The number of foreign tourists visiting Russia has increased by 15% in 2025, compared to the previous year, reaching 4.8 million people, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko said.
Azerbaijan among top 3 international travel destinations for March 8
Tutu.ru, one of Russia's largest online travel services, announced the results of an analysis of the most popular international destinations for February 23 and March 8 among Russian residents.
Russians can travel to 120 countries visa-free
As of early 2026, Russian citizens can visit 120 countries without obtaining a visa in advance, according to the Russian State Duma.
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.
Türkiye, Abkhazia most popular foreign travel destinations among Russians
Since the beginning of the year, 24 trips abroad were made by Russians, this is 1.6 mln more than the previous year
EU stops issuing multiple-entry Schengen visas to Russians - report
The European Union has stopped issuing multiple-entry Schengen tourist visas to Russian citizens in most cases, Politico reported, citing European officials.
New tour operator launches flights from Almaty to Dubai
Travel Luxe is launching tours from Almaty to Dubai on daily flights with flydubai, with the block program beginning on October 1.
Egypt becomes main winter beach vacation destination among Russians
Coral Travel has named the most popular beach vacation destinations for the coming winter
Greece rejects proposal on visa ban for Russians
Greece has blocked the EU proposal to introduce new restrictions on the issuance of visas to Russian citizens, the Greek news portal reported.
