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Samarkand International Airport announces expansion of route network

Samarkand International Airport announced a further expansion of its direct route network with services to Baku and Krasnoyarsk on Thursday, 27th February.

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Moscow attracts more business tourists from India

In recent years, promoting Moscow as an ideal destination for MICE tourism has become a priority tasks of the Moscow City Tourism Committee

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Russians advised to apply ‘early’ for Schengen Visas by tour operators

Tour operators have advised all Russian nationals who plan to visit the Schengen Area during the spring and summer months to take care of their applications ahead of time in order to avoid unnecessary delays.

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From 5K to 40K: UAE becomes one of Moscow’s fastest-growing tourism markets

As Moscow positions itself as a premier global travel destination, stronger tourism ties with the UAE signal new opportunities for cultural and business exchanges, shaping the future of tourism in the Russian capital

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Thomas Cook India Group inks MOU with Moscow Project Office

Thomas Cook (India) Limited announced a 24-month strategic partnership with the Moscow Project Office for Tourism & Hospitality Development.

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Moscow to showcase tourism marvels at OTM 2025 in Mumbai

Moscow is all set to captivate audiences at the OTM International Tourism Exhibition in Mumbai from January 30 to February 1, 2025.

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Vostok Intur now organising tours to North Korea’s Wonsan-Kalma resort zone

Russian travel agency Vostok Intur has begun to invite tourists to explore North Korea's new Wonsan-Kalma tourist zone along the east coast.

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Sri Lanka reports US$3.17B in tourism revenues for 2024

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector reports that it earned around US$3.17 billion in 2024.

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Russia introduces “Tourist Tax”

From 1 January, 2025, travellers staying in hotels and other accommodations will contribute an additional 1 per cent of their lodging costs, marking the start of a phased plan to bolster regional tourism infrastructure.

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IATA releases statement on Azerbaijan Airlines crash

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has called for a thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into the tragic crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight 8243.

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Malaysia expects significant increase in foreign arrivals for 2025

Officials from Malaysia’s Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture (MOTAC) expect a significant number of foreign arrivals for this year.

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Russia focuses on tourism growth from India

Russia aims to double tourism’s contribution to its GDP from 3.8% to 10% by 2030 through increased investment in the sector and the launch of its national project “Tourism and Hospitality” in 2025.

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Air Arabia launches first flight between Ras Al Khaimah, Moscow

Air Arabia has officially launched its first direct flight between Ras Al Khaimah International Airport and Moscow Domodedovo International Airport.

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Several airlines cancel flights to Russia

Several airlines have announced the suspension of flights to Russian cities, after Western experts and the US suggested the crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines may have been caused by a Russian anti-aircraft missile.

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Hainan Airlines successfully launches Haikou-Moscow route

Hainan Airlines successfully flew the initial flight of its new Haikou-Moscow route on 26th August, taking off from the Haikou Melian International Airport at 02.38 local time.