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.
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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.
EAEU countries developed their own tourist routes
The EAEU has created tourist routes within each of the union's states, which one can find on a special website.
China to match Turkey in popularity after visa abolition for Russians
China will become as popular as Turkey and Thailand after visa-free entry is introduced for Russians, the press service of the Russian Union of Travel Industry (RST) said, citing the ITM Group tour operator.
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.
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.
Kazakhstan to increase number of flights to China
Kazakhstan and China Airlines are developing a partnership
Etihad Airways to connect Abu Dhabi and Tbilisi
In March 2026, a new flight will appear in the schedule of the international airport of the Georgian capital
Türkiye enters world's top 5 most visited countries
The most visited countries in the world in 2024 have been announced, with Türkiye entering the top 5, and two countries of the Arabian Peninsula also making the top 15.
Nearly 1 mln foreign tourists travel to Russia on e-visas
Some 940,000 foreign tourists have travelled to Russia on e-visas since August 1, 2023, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko said.
Russia, Oman to introduce visa-free travel on July 18
The total period of stay should not exceed 90 days during a calendar year
ATOR reveals consequences of Russia's aviation collapse
At least 11,000 Russian tourists faced serious flight delays and cancellations in recent days, the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) said.
Russian tourist flow to UAE, Egypt may decline in 2025
The flow of Russian tourists traveling to Egypt and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) may decrease by less than 1% in 2025 compared to the previous year, despite the conflict in the Middle East, Executive Director of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) Maya Lomidze said.
North Korea opening new tourist site
North Korea next week will open a signature coastal tourist site that it says will usher in a new era in its tourism industry.
