https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/russia tourism/ Russia Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:38:22+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-readies-to-introduce-e-visa-program-for-indian-passport-holders-star/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-readies-to-introduce-e-visa-program-for-indian-passport-holders-star/ Russia is gearing up to launch its Electronic Visa (e-visa) program for Indian passport holders starting from August 1, 2023. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 06:38:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/serbia-emerges-as-russia-aviation-gateway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/serbia-emerges-as-russia-aviation-gateway/ With many airline routes out of Russia closed in the response to the invasion of Ukraine, a number of secondary countries have effectively become gateways for passengers. Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:05:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seabourn-latest-to-pull-russia-cruises/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seabourn-latest-to-pull-russia-cruises/ Seabourn is modifying six cruise itineraries on Seabourn Ovation that were originally scheduled to visit Saint Petersburg in Russia this year. Numerous other lines confirmed similar plans last week. Sun, 06 Mar 2022 06:28:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-considers-staff-furloughs-as-russian-airspace-closes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-considers-staff-furloughs-as-russian-airspace-closes/ Finnair has called employees to discuss plans regarding “possible furloughs” for cabin crew. The decision follows the closure of Russian airspace, which has severely impacted on the carrier. Fri, 04 Mar 2022 06:42:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-invasion-prompts-collapse-in-tourism-sector/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-invasion-prompts-collapse-in-tourism-sector/ The latest data from ForwardKeys reveals that the Russian invasion of Ukraine prompted an instant spike in flight cancellations to and from Russia. Fri, 04 Mar 2022 06:41:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-cruise-lines-scrap-saint-petersburg-calls/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-cruise-lines-scrap-saint-petersburg-calls/ New lines have confirmed they will scrap calls at the Russian city of St Petersburg this summer following the invasion of Ukraine. Aida and Princess cruises have followed MSC in removing the destination. Fri, 04 Mar 2022 06:40:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-uk-russia-flights-cancelled-following-outbreak-of-war-in-ukraine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/all-uk-russia-flights-cancelled-following-outbreak-of-war-in-ukraine/ British airlines have been banned from landing in Russia and crossing its airspace. The Russian aviation regulator said the move was a response to “the unfriendly decisions by the UK aviation authorities”. Fri, 25 Feb 2022 13:15:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-pavilion-explores-contemporary-music-at-expo-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-pavilion-explores-contemporary-music-at-expo-2020/ The Russia pavilion at Expo 2020 has gathered music experts to discuss the latest trends in the industry. Streaming, the pandemic and the rise of social media were on the agenda. Sat, 08 Jan 2022 10:21:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-gorizont-rostov-on-don-opens-in-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-gorizont-rostov-on-don-opens-in-russia/ Radisson Hotel Group has welcomed the opening of the new 169-room Radisson Hotel Gorizont Rostov-on-Don. The company now has 43 hotels in operation and under development in the country. Fri, 26 Nov 2021 09:29:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moscow-outlines-plans-to-host-expo-2030/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moscow-outlines-plans-to-host-expo-2030/ Having launched its candidature in April this year, Russia has now laid out further details of its plan to bring the world-beating event to the city. Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:28:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-arrives-at-sheremetyevo-international-in-moscow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-arrives-at-sheremetyevo-international-in-moscow/ Qatar Airways’ first flight to Sheremetyevo International Airport has touched down. The airline has moved its services to Moscow from Domodedovo Airport to Sheremetyevo. Wed, 03 Nov 2021 09:40:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/julia-kuzenskaya-deputy-chair-committee-for-tourism-development-of-st-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/julia-kuzenskaya-deputy-chair-committee-for-tourism-development-of-st-/ Breaking Travel News chats with Julia Kuzenskaya, deputy chair of the Committee for Tourism Development of St Petersburg, as the city picks up prizes for Europe’s Leading City Break Destination, Europe’s Leading Heritage Destination and Europe’s Leading Marketing Campaign at the World Travel Awards. Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:26:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-pavilion-welcomes-guests-to-grand-opening-at-expo-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-pavilion-welcomes-guests-to-grand-opening-at-expo-2020/ Participants in attendance included Ailexei Gruzdev, commissioner general of the pavilion, and Reem Ebrahim Al Hashimy, director general of Expo 2020 Dubai. Sat, 02 Oct 2021 08:01:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/asiet-zhukova-chief-executive-wow-sochi-alliance/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/asiet-zhukova-chief-executive-wow-sochi-alliance/ Breaking Travel News chats with Asiet Zhukova, chief executive of the Wow Sochi Alliance, about the how the destination is rebuilding its tourism sector following the Covid-19 pandemic. Tue, 18 May 2021 07:02:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-adds-new-russia-and-georgia-connections/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eurowings-adds-new-russia-and-georgia-connections/ The airline will launch three new direct connections starting in July, flying passengers from Düsseldorf to Ekaterinburg in Siberia, Krasnodar in southern Russia and Tbilisi in Georgia. Tue, 13 Apr 2021 08:20:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-olga-rendino-deputy-general-director-st-petersburg-convention/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-olga-rendino-deputy-general-director-st-petersburg-convention/ Olga Rendino, deputy general director of the St Petersburg Convention Bureau, tells Breaking Travel News how the city is recovering from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic Mon, 29 Mar 2021 13:00:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-return-to-moscow-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-return-to-moscow-next-month/ The airline will be resuming services to Moscow, Russia, from March 2nd. Via its hub in Doha, the carrier will begin connecting once again with destinations such as Maldives and Zanzibar. Fri, 05 Feb 2021 07:39:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-alexander-belokobylskyi-general-director-ros/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-alexander-belokobylskyi-general-director-ros/ As award-winning Russian ski resort Rosa Khutor celebrates its tenth anniversary with the opening of the new Doppelmayer cable car, Breaking Travel News chats with general director, Alexander Belokobylskyi, to find out more Sat, 19 Dec 2020 11:54:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-ntalia-lipets-advisor-to-the-vice-president/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-ntalia-lipets-advisor-to-the-vice-president/ Having been recognised as one of the best in the business by the World Travel Awards, Breaking Travel News here chats with Nаtalia Lipets of Academservice to find out more Fri, 27 Nov 2020 20:10:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-sergey-khvorostyany-deputy-general-director-for-international/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/btn-interview-sergey-khvorostyany-deputy-general-director-for-international/ Having been honoured with a top title at the World Ski Awards, Breaking Travel News here chats to Sergey Khvorostyany, deputy general director for international relations at Rosa Khutor, about how it feels to have won Fri, 20 Nov 2020 08:55:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/so-moscow-set-for-2023-opening-in-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/so-moscow-set-for-2023-opening-in-russia/ Accor has plans for a luxury lifestyle hotel under the SO/ Hotels & Resorts brand in Moscow. Partnering with the Ant Development, the hotel will be located in the Poklonnaya 9 complex. Thu, 12 Nov 2020 07:04:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-bolsters-connections-to-eastern-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-bolsters-connections-to-eastern-europe/ Wizz Air has restarted its London Luton flights to St Petersburg, while also expanding operations in Lithuanian capital Vilnius. Thu, 20 Aug 2020 05:59:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-returns-to-moscow-after-covid-19-suspension/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-returns-to-moscow-after-covid-19-suspension/ As Russian travel restrictions ease, UK passengers can once again visit the sprawling metropolis, boasting world-class architecture and a rich history. Mon, 17 Aug 2020 07:14:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-to-relaunch-russian-routes-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-to-relaunch-russian-routes-next-month/ Wizz Air has announced the restart of its Russian routes, with flights from Luton taking off from August 15th. Flights will operate twice a week to the Russian capital and once a week to St Petersburg. Tue, 28 Jul 2020 09:44:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-first-russian-base/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-to-open-first-russian-base/ Wizz Air has announced its first Russian base, in Saint Petersburg. From September, one Airbus A320 aircraft will be based at Pulkovo Airport. Wed, 17 Jun 2020 12:12:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/corinthia-st-petersburg-unveils-new-signature-suites/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/corinthia-st-petersburg-unveils-new-signature-suites/ Corinthia St Petersburg is an internationally acknowledged luxury hotel, built from three majestic 19th-century buildings located at the heart of Nevsky Prospect, the city’s main thoroughfare. Fri, 28 Feb 2020 07:50:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-appointed-convention-culture-partner-for-itb-berlin/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-appointed-convention-culture-partner-for-itb-berlin/ Russia has stepped up as the Convention & Culture Partner for ITB Berlin 2020. In the role, Russia will be represented with several sessions at the ITB Berlin Convention. Tue, 25 Feb 2020 09:45:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/domodedovo-launches-recycling-scheme-in-partnership-with-s7/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/domodedovo-launches-recycling-scheme-in-partnership-with-s7/ Moscow Domodedovo Airport and S7 Airlines have pioneered the introduction of a sustainable approach to waste management in Russia. Wed, 12 Feb 2020 07:29:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-gorizont-rostov-on-don-to-open-this-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-gorizont-rostov-on-don-to-open-this-year/ The hotel will offer 173 rooms and suites with a Scandinavian inspired design, an all-day restaurant and lobby lounge bar, as well as a gym, a conference hall and various meeting rooms. Tue, 11 Feb 2020 07:45:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-to-launch-yekaterinburg-connections-in-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-to-launch-yekaterinburg-connections-in-april/ Yekaterinburg will be the sixth destination airBaltic serves in Russia, in addition to convenient connections between Riga and Moscow, St. Petersburg, Kaliningrad, Sochi and Kazan. Tue, 07 Jan 2020 09:17:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2020-gcc-tourism-looks-to-russia-for-future-growth/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2020-gcc-tourism-looks-to-russia-for-future-growth/ Russian tourists travelling to the GCC are expected to generate an estimated US$1.22 billion in travel and tourism revenue by 2023, an increase of 19 per cent when compared with figures from 2018. Tue, 12 Nov 2019 05:02:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ksenya-boykova-head-of-international-affairs-moscow-committee-for-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ksenya-boykova-head-of-international-affairs-moscow-committee-for-tourism/ As the city undergoes a renaissance, Ksenya Boykova, head of international affairs at the Moscow Committee for Tourism, tells Eleanor Hawkins from Breaking Travel News what guests can expect to find. Having been unveiled as the host for the World Travel Awards Grand Final 2020, plans for the event are also under discussion. Tue, 05 Nov 2019 09:42:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-perm-set-for-2021-opening-in-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-perm-set-for-2021-opening-in-russia/ Radisson Hotel Group has announced the signing of the first Radisson-branded hotel in Russia. Set to arrive in the Urals region of the country, the newly built Radisson Hotel Perm will have 150 rooms and is due to open in late 2021. Fri, 18 Oct 2019 02:19:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-takes-off-for-russia-from-london-luton-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-takes-off-for-russia-from-london-luton-airport/ From today, the carrier is the sole British airline directly connecting passengers from London to St. Petersburg, the cultural capital of Russia that boasts scenic canals and baroque architecture. Tue, 01 Oct 2019 08:34:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-unwto-general-assembly-st-petersburg-russ/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-unwto-general-assembly-st-petersburg-russ/ With more than 1,500 delegates gathering in St Petersburg for the twenty-third UNWTO General Assembly, Eleanor Hawkins heads to the cultural capital of Russia to take the pulse of the global hospitality industry Fri, 27 Sep 2019 12:03:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ural-airlines-plane-makes-emergency-landing-following-bird-strike/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ural-airlines-plane-makes-emergency-landing-following-bird-strike/ An Airbus A321 operated by Ural Airlines has come down in a cornfield on the outskirts of Moscow after being struck by a flock of birds. Twenty-three people were injured in the incident, though there are no reports of fatalities. Thu, 15 Aug 2019 10:55:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-unveils-plans-for-new-russia-connections-from-luton/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-unveils-plans-for-new-russia-connections-from-luton/ This is the first time that Wizz Air will connect its UK network with Russia’s two largest and most vibrant cities, Moscow and St Petersberg Fri, 12 Jul 2019 10:44:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-lands-at-sheremetyevo-airport-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vietnam-airlines-lands-at-sheremetyevo-airport-for-first-time/ Vietnam Airlines has hosted an event to welcome its first flights to and from Sheremetyevo International Airport. It comes as the carrier moves its operation from Domodedovo airport, further enhancing connectivity between Vietnam and Russia. Fri, 05 Jul 2019 09:46:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-radisson-collection-moscow-radissoncollec/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-radisson-collection-moscow-radissoncollec/ As Hotel Ukraine in Moscow becomes the latest property to join the Radisson Collection, Breaking Travel News reporter Maria Korelina here visits to discover how the Soviet masterpiece has become a striking symbol of contemporary hospitality Thu, 06 Jun 2019 04:04:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-blu-leninsky-prospect-hotel-moscow-signed-for-2021-opening/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-blu-leninsky-prospect-hotel-moscow-signed-for-2021-opening/ A collaboration with Sherwood Premier, the 150-room property will bring the group’s portfolio in Moscow and its surrounding area to eight hotels and 2,260 rooms in operation or under development. Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:14:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ethiopian-airlines-to-launch-moscow-flights-in-december/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ethiopian-airlines-to-launch-moscow-flights-in-december/ Ethiopian Airlines will launch services to Moscow, capital, political, economic and cultural centre of Russia, on December 1st. Thu, 22 Nov 2018 08:32:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oman-air-launches-new-daily-flight-to-moscow-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oman-air-launches-new-daily-flight-to-moscow-russia/ Oman Air has commenced its new daily direct service between Russia and Oman, with its first flight departing Muscat International Airport to Moscow Domodedovo Airport earlier. Wed, 31 Oct 2018 08:50:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pobeda-airlines-to-launch-st.-petersburg-connection-from-london-stansted/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pobeda-airlines-to-launch-st.-petersburg-connection-from-london-stansted/ Pobeda Airlines, the Russian low-cost carrier and part of the Aeroflot Group, is to launch a new direct service to Saint Petersburg from London Stansted. Sun, 30 Sep 2018 14:39:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mandarin-oriental-signs-for-branded-property-in-moscow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mandarin-oriental-signs-for-branded-property-in-moscow/ Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has signed a management contract for a new hotel and branded residences in Moscow, which are expected to open in 2021. Thu, 27 Sep 2018 08:32:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skyscanner-data-reveals-600000-fans-travelled-to-fifa-world-cup-in-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skyscanner-data-reveals-600000-fans-travelled-to-fifa-world-cup-in-russia/ According to the data from Ctrip-owned Skyscanner, the report shows that nearly 600,000 football fans from 83 countries visited Russia during the period of the tournament. Fri, 27 Jul 2018 08:14:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-tourism-potential-highlighted-as-successful-fifa-world-cup-approach/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-tourism-potential-highlighted-as-successful-fifa-world-cup-approach/ Spending by international visitors to Russia is expected to grow by seven per cent this year, according to research by the World Travel & Tourism Council. Mon, 09 Jul 2018 08:17:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/corinthia-hotel-st-petersburg-reveals-new-rooms-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/corinthia-hotel-st-petersburg-reveals-new-rooms-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/ Ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup this week, Corinthia Hotel St Petersburg has unveiled 162 new rooms and suites, offering guests the very best in European hospitality and modern luxury. Mon, 11 Jun 2018 05:55:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-astana-launches-two-new-russia-connections/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-astana-launches-two-new-russia-connections/ Air Astana is launching new flights from Astana to two destinations in Russia – Tyumen and Kazan. This latest network expansion coincides with the delivery of the airline’s second Airbus A321neo. Tue, 05 Jun 2018 11:11:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-launches-flights-from-riga-to-sochi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-launches-flights-from-riga-to-sochi/ airBaltic has launched a new route from Riga International Airport to Sochi International Airport. The new route offers new travel options for travellers from the Baltics and Russia with convenient connections via Riga. Wed, 16 May 2018 07:32:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/deer-jet-launches-fifa-world-cup-2018-travel-itinerary/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/deer-jet-launches-fifa-world-cup-2018-travel-itinerary/ In expectation of a surge for private jet charters to Russia during the FIFA World Cup 2018, Deer Jet has unveiled a travel itinerary which includes Russian cultural and historic highlights in addition to premier entrance to key matches. Fri, 13 Apr 2018 09:23:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-in-talks-to-acquire-vnukovo-international-stake/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-in-talks-to-acquire-vnukovo-international-stake/ Qatar Airways has signed a memorandum of understanding with Moscow’s Vnukovo International, Russia’s third-largest airport, to potentially acquire up to 25 per cent its total shares. Thu, 05 Apr 2018 08:28:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scores-feared-dead-following-russian-plane-crash/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/scores-feared-dead-following-russian-plane-crash/ As many as 71 people are feared dead following a plane crash on the outskirts of Moscow. A plane, an An-148, took off from Domodedovo airport in the Russian capital before disappearing from radar screens. Sun, 11 Feb 2018 13:43:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saga-launches-trans-siberian-railway-russia-tour-for-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saga-launches-trans-siberian-railway-russia-tour-for-2018/ The Trans-Siberian Railway has captured the imagination of travellers for more than 100 years and Saga guests can now experience the world’s longest railway journey interspersed with a sprinkling of comfortable hotel stays in Russia, Mongolia and China, plus an overnighter in a traditional Mongolian tent. Wed, 10 Jan 2018 08:15:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-to-resume-commercial-flights-to-egypt-following-two-year-hiatus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-to-resume-commercial-flights-to-egypt-following-two-year-hiatus/ Russian president Vladimir Putin has authorised commercial flights between Egypt and Russia to resume following a two-year suspension. The move is expected to place further pressure on the British government to review their own stance on flights to Egypt. Mon, 08 Jan 2018 09:22:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-touches-down-in-st.-petersburg-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-touches-down-in-st.-petersburg-for-first-time/ Qatar Airways’ first non-stop flight from Doha to St. Petersburg landed earlier at Pulkovo Airport, marking the airline’s second gateway in Russia. Qatar Airways flight QR279, today operated by the state-of-the-art Boeing B787 Dreamliner, departed Hamad International Airport at 07:30, and arrived at Pulkovo Airport at 13:50. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 07:00:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/voronezh-marriott-hotel-debuts-in-southern-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/voronezh-marriott-hotel-debuts-in-southern-russia/ Marriott Hotels has debuted in Voronezh with the opening of Voronezh Marriott Hotel. Situated in the south of Russia on the Voronezh River, the city is recognised as an important centre of culture, science and industry in the region. Thu, 14 Dec 2017 10:26:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-launches-new-flights-to-sochi-and-kaliningrad/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airbaltic-launches-new-flights-to-sochi-and-kaliningrad/ The Latvian airline airBaltic will launch two new routes from Riga next spring. Flights to Russian sports capital Sochi will take off on May 14th next year, following by departures for Kaliningrad on April 16th. Thu, 02 Nov 2017 08:47:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-industry-gathers-in-moscow-for-russia-hotel-tourism-investment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hospitality-industry-gathers-in-moscow-for-russia-hotel-tourism-investment/ The Russia Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference will take place at the Radisson Blu Belorusskaya, hosted by Bench Events, from tomorrow. Mon, 23 Oct 2017 08:45:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-corinthia-hotel-st.-petersburg/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-corinthia-hotel-st.-petersburg/ Located at the heart of Nevsky Prospect, the city’s main thoroughfare, Corinthia St. Petersburg houses 388 elegant rooms and suites, including 95 executive rooms. As the property celebrates recognition by the World Travel Awards, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole finds out more. Wed, 04 Oct 2017 14:20:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/world-travel-awards-president-cooke-welcomed-to-st.-petersburg/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/world-travel-awards-president-cooke-welcomed-to-st.-petersburg/ World Travel Awards president Graham Cooke has been welcomed to St. Petersburg ahead of the Europe Gala Ceremony 2017. The red carpet event will take place in the prestigious Marble Hall in the Russian Museum of Ethnography tomorrow evening, September 30th. Fri, 29 Sep 2017 12:01:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-awards-touches-down-in-st.-petersburg/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/world-travel-awards-touches-down-in-st.-petersburg/ World Travel Awards has landed in St. Petersburg, as the finishing touches are put together in preparation of the Europe Gala Ceremony. The highly anticipated event will take place at the Marble Hall, Russian Museum of Ethnography this Saturday, September 30th, while the official after party will be held in the ballroom at the luxurious five-star Hotel Astoria. Tue, 26 Sep 2017 15:49:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saint-petersburg-to-host-23rd-unwto-general-assembly-2019/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saint-petersburg-to-host-23rd-unwto-general-assembly-2019/ Russian cultural capital Saint Petersburg will host the 23rd General Assembly of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation. The event will take place in 2019 and follows the successful hosting the 22nd event in Chengdu, China, this month. Wed, 20 Sep 2017 12:23:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st.-petersburg-prepares-for-world-travel-awards-europe-gala-ceremony/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st.-petersburg-prepares-for-world-travel-awards-europe-gala-ceremony/ With just ten days to go until St. Petersburg welcomes the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony, the travel industry’s leading awards programme is delighted to unveil the latest details of the event. Wed, 20 Sep 2017 12:19:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gulf-air-goes-daily-on-moscow-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gulf-air-goes-daily-on-moscow-flights/ Gulf Air will increase its Moscow route from a four times weekly service to daily flights, with a new operating schedule, from the last week of October. The move coincides with the airline’s three-year anniversary of direct, non-stop service to/from Domodedovo International Airport in the Russian capital. Fri, 08 Sep 2017 08:18:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-boost-moscow-services-from-august/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-boost-moscow-services-from-august/ Qatar Airways has announced it has added additional flights to its Moscow route, bringing the total frequency to 21 flights per week between Doha and the Russian capital. Thu, 20 Jul 2017 07:55:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bench-events-russian-hospitality-market-has-turned-corner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bench-events-russian-hospitality-market-has-turned-corner/ The Russian hotel industry is becoming increasingly optimistic following the challenging economic situation the country has recently faced, according to Bench Events. Tue, 04 Jul 2017 09:26:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/corinthia-hotel-st-petersburg-completes-first-refurbishment-phase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/corinthia-hotel-st-petersburg-completes-first-refurbishment-phase/ The award-winning Corinthia Hotel St Petersburg has unveiled the first new bedrooms fresh from the launch phase of an ambitious refurbishment project. Tue, 04 Jul 2017 09:09:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sheremetyevo-airport-welcomes-first-airbaltic-cs300/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sheremetyevo-airport-welcomes-first-airbaltic-cs300/ Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow has welcomed the first commercial flight from the new airBaltic Bombardier CS300 aircraft. Martin Gauss, chief executive at airBaltic, said: “We are delighted to land the first commercial flight with the most innovative and technologically advanced aircraft in the world – Bombardier CS300 here in Moscow.” Sat, 20 May 2017 10:49:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-saint-petersburg-expoforum-opens-in-russia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-saint-petersburg-expoforum-opens-in-russia/ Hilton today announced the opening of Hilton Saint Petersburg ExpoForum, marking the debut of Hilton Hotels & Resorts in the northwest region of the Russian Federation. The new-build hotel is part of the ExpoForum Complex, which attracts more than 400 events per year including conferences, corporate functions, shows and sporting events. Mon, 27 Mar 2017 14:50:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/carlson-wagonlit-travel-appoints-vipservice-as-russia-partner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/carlson-wagonlit-travel-appoints-vipservice-as-russia-partner/ Carlson Wagonlit Travel has announced that Vipservice, based in Russia, will be appointed to join CWT’s Global Partner Network. It is expected that Vipservice will join the CWT Global Partner Network later this month, once the proposed sale of CWT’s wholly owned Russian subsidiary to Vipservice is complete. Mon, 27 Mar 2017 14:45:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-boosts-russia-flights-for-summer-2017/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-boosts-russia-flights-for-summer-2017/ Finnair has announced it will offer more connections to Moscow and St Petersburg in Russia, further improving connectivity with Finnair’s network from the UK. The additional services will make the two cities even easier to reach for leisure and business travellers alike. Fri, 10 Feb 2017 16:43:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vfs-global-expands-russian-visa-services-across-europe-ahead-of-fifa-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vfs-global-expands-russian-visa-services-across-europe-ahead-of-fifa-world/ In a move to enhance visa application services for travellers to Russia globally, VFS Global has launched Russia Visa Application Centres in 14 countries and 31 cities, many of them in Eastern and Western Europe, in the last seven months. Fri, 10 Feb 2017 08:43:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/changi-led-consortium-acquires-vladivostok-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/changi-led-consortium-acquires-vladivostok-airport/ A consortium comprising Basic Element, one of Russia’s diversified industrial groups, Russian Direct Investment Fund and Changi Airports International has acquired Vladivostok International Airport in Russia’s Far East from Sheremetyevo International Airport. Upon regulatory and corporate approvals, the consortium will own 100 per cent of JSC Terminal Vladivostok which owns and operates the airport terminal building, and 52.16 per cent of JSC International Airport Vladivostok which holds the airport license. Mon, 28 Nov 2016 11:04:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/putin-lifts-russian-tour-operator-ban-on-turkish-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/putin-lifts-russian-tour-operator-ban-on-turkish-travel/ Vladimir Putin has lifted sanctions on Russian travellers visiting Turkey. The Russian president effectively barred holidaymakers visiting the tourism hotspot last year after Turkey shot down a Russian military jet. Turkey had claimed the jet had violated its airspace. Thu, 30 Jun 2016 21:21:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ellinair-connects-southern-russia-to-greece-for-summer-season/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ellinair-connects-southern-russia-to-greece-for-summer-season/ Krasnodar international airport has welcomed the launch of a new route between Krasnodar-Thessaloniki. The inaugural Thessaloniki-bound flight left earlier, marking the start of regular air links between Russia’s southern city and Greece. Thu, 02 Jun 2016 05:00:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-confirmed-terrorism-downed-sinai-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-confirmed-terrorism-downed-sinai-aircraft/ FSB chief Alexander Bortnikov has confirmed to Russian president Vladimir Putin that an “act of terror” brought down a Russian A321 airliner in Egypt last month. The Russian security chief said “traces of foreign explosives” were found amid debris from the Airbus plane. Tue, 17 Nov 2015 11:22:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-bans-all-flights-to-egypt-following-metojet-crash/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-bans-all-flights-to-egypt-following-metojet-crash/ Russian officials have suspended all flights to Egypt following speculation the downing an Airbus 321 operated by Metrojet last Saturday. The latest move follows indications the crash near Sharm el-Sheikh was caused by a bomb. Fri, 06 Nov 2015 17:05:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-investigators-suspect-bomb-on-board-russian-jet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-investigators-suspect-bomb-on-board-russian-jet/ UK investigators are working under the assumption a bomb was placed on board a Russian airliner which crashed in Egypt. According to reports from the BBC, UK government officials suspect a device was placed in the hold shortly before take-off. The UK government has suspended all flights to and from the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh as a result. Fri, 06 Nov 2015 11:25:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/russian-president-vladimir-putin-visits-expo-2015-in-milan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/russian-president-vladimir-putin-visits-expo-2015-in-milan/ Vladimir Putin has been welcomed to Expo Milan 2015 by Italian president prime minister Matteo Renzi. He is the latest in a long line of international leaders to attend the event, with the Russian president in Milan for Russia’s national day celebrations. While at Expo 2015 he toured the Russian pavilion, which is focused on the sustainable food industry. Wed, 10 Jun 2015 13:36:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-russian-president-vladimir-putin-visits-e/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-russian-president-vladimir-putin-visits-e/ Vladimir Putin has been welcomed to Expo Milan 2015 by Italian president prime minister Matteo Renzi. He is the latest in a long line of international leaders to attend the event, with the Russian president in Milan for Russia’s national day celebrations. While at Expo 2015 he toured the Russian pavilion, which is focused on the sustainable food industry. Wed, 10 Jun 2015 13:31:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-returns-to-st.-petersburg-with-new-incheon-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-returns-to-st.-petersburg-with-new-incheon-flight/ Korean Air has announced that as from April 26th it will resume its service between Incheon and Russia’s second largest city St. Petersburg. The service will operate three flights a week, utilising A330-200 aircraft equipped with AVOD in all seats and seating up to 218 passengers. Tue, 14 Apr 2015 07:48:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-vision-conference-low-cost-carriers-key-to-russian-tourism-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-vision-conference-low-cost-carriers-key-to-russian-tourism-recovery/ The WTM Vision Conference Moscow 2015 heard today that low-cost airlines’ commitment to flying to Russia is vital to the recovery of the country’s tourism business. Research presented at the conference predicts the number of Russian passengers flying on low-cost carriers will increase by an annual rate of 13 per cent over the next four years. Tue, 07 Apr 2015 09:51:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/changi-airports-led-consortium-acquires-vladivostok-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/changi-airports-led-consortium-acquires-vladivostok-airport/ A consortium led by Changi Airports International has been announced as the winner of the tender to acquire shares in Vladivostok International Airport in Russia’s Far East. The consortium also includes Basic Element, one of Russia’s diversified industrial groups, and Russian Direct Investment Fund. Changi Airports International is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the world’s leading airport operator Changi Airport Group. Thu, 26 Feb 2015 09:21:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-threatens-to-close-airspace-in-response-to-sanctions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-threatens-to-close-airspace-in-response-to-sanctions/ Russian prime minister Dmitry Medvedev has warned the country could close airspace to international flights of the European Union goes ahead with further sanctions over the conflict in Ukraine. The EU will announce shortly whether further sanctions will take effect now or be put on hold, with sanctions largely depending on developments on the ground. Mon, 08 Sep 2014 10:04:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moscow-domodedovo-airport-outlines-passenger-terminal-expansion-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moscow-domodedovo-airport-outlines-passenger-terminal-expansion-plans/ Moscow Domodedovo Airport has concluded a contract for construction of a second segment of its passenger terminal, with a deadline is December 2016. Upon completion of the works the airport complex area will be broadened nearly double by 235,000 square meters and, taking into account the ongoing project aimed at expanding the first segment of the passenger terminal, will make up to 500,000 square meters. Wed, 20 Aug 2014 07:24:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-russia-must-reform-to-maximise-sochi-tourism-boost/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-russia-must-reform-to-maximise-sochi-tourism-boost/ Russia needs to ensure it has the right policies in place to make the most of the tourism legacy presented by the Sochi Olympic Games. That is according to World Travel & Tourism Council president David Scowsill, the authority on the economic and social impact of the global travel industry. Wed, 23 Apr 2014 09:48:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/uk-russia-year-of-culture-2014-under-way/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/uk-russia-year-of-culture-2014-under-way/ The British Council and the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs have announced the biggest ever programme of UK cultural projects to take place across Russia and an unprecedented showcase of Russian culture in the United Kingdom. The 2014 UK-Russia Year of Culture will celebrate the rich and diverse cultural heritage of both countries. Wed, 22 Jan 2014 11:16:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/suicide-bomber-kills-16-at-russian-train-station/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/suicide-bomber-kills-16-at-russian-train-station/ A second suicide bomb has hit the Russian city of Volgograd in two days, with the latest strike on a trolleybus killing at least 14 people. The incident follows an attack yesterday on the central station in the city which claimed 17 lives.   Mon, 30 Dec 2013 00:01:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/siberia-set-to-become-a-hot-new-travel-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/siberia-set-to-become-a-hot-new-travel-destination/ Once perceived as desolate and inaccessible, the world’s image of Siberia is beginning to change. As travel connoisseurs seek new, exciting and unspoiled places to relax, play and explore, Siberia is emerging as an uncrowded alternative to traditional adventure tourism destinations. Now, thanks to a specialist tour company, 56th Parallel, experiencing Siberia’s wonders is easier and more luxurious than ever. Sat, 13 Apr 2013 23:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-admits-fifa-world-cup-overspend/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russia-admits-fifa-world-cup-overspend/ Officials in Russia have revealed the preliminary budget for holding the FIFA World Cup is almost twice what it projected when it won the bid in 2010. Russia will host the competition – considered the largest single sport event – in 2018, having beaten England and joints bids from Portugal/Spain and Belgium/the Netherlands. Sun, 30 Sep 2012 19:55:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-in-russia-contributes-more-to-gdp-than-automotive-manufacturing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-in-russia-contributes-more-to-gdp-than-automotive-manufacturing/ The travel and tourism industry in Russia is bigger than the size of automotive manufacturing industry and directly supports almost as many jobs as the financial sector. Sat, 22 Sep 2012 17:30:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-board-sums-up-2012-locomotive-operations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-board-sums-up-2012-locomotive-operations/ The Board of Russian Railways held a meeting at head office to discuss the results of the Company’s locomotive operations during the first half of 2012. Fri, 07 Sep 2012 03:00:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-announces-additional-sapsan-services-between-moscow-st.-pe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-announces-additional-sapsan-services-between-moscow-st.-pe/ To ensure that demand for passenger transport between 24 August 1 to September 2012is met, Russian Railways is laying on additional Sapsan high-speed services between Moscow - St. Petersburg - Moscow. Fri, 24 Aug 2012 21:00:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-infrastructure-carries-99.8-million-passengers-in-july-201/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-infrastructure-carries-99.8-million-passengers-in-july-201/ Russian Railways’ infrastructure carries 99.8 million passengers in July 2012, up 4.9% on July 2011. Sun, 12 Aug 2012 06:00:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-invested-224m-in-modernising-rail-infrastructure-on-sakhal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-invested-224m-in-modernising-rail-infrastructure-on-sakhal/ Russian Railways continues to implement its investment project to modernise the Company’s rail infrastructure on Sakhalin Island. In the first half of 2012, capital expenditures on the project amounted to 223.9 million roubles. Sat, 11 Aug 2012 03:00:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-aeroexpress-services-launched-in-vladivostok/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-aeroexpress-services-launched-in-vladivostok/ The first new Aeroexpress electric train services between Vladivostok and Knevichy airport were launched on 20 July as part of an intermodal passenger transport project. Fri, 10 Aug 2012 06:00:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-to-lay-on-additional-high-speed-sapsan-train/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-to-lay-on-additional-high-speed-sapsan-train/ Russian Railways to lay on additional high-speed Sapsan train between Nizhny Novgorod – Moscow. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 18:00:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-construction-of-roads-and-railways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-construction-of-roads-and-railways/ Russian Railways is playing a key role in creating a modern transport infrastructure in preparation for the XXII Olympic Games and XI Paralympic Winter Games due to be held in Sochi in 2014. The projects being developed and implemented by Russian Railways are in many ways unique, not only in Russian, but also in global practice. Fri, 13 Jul 2012 18:00:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-president-inaugurated-russian-pilgrims-house/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-president-inaugurated-russian-pilgrims-house/ Russian President Vladimir Putin, inaugurated the Russian Pilgrims House at the Baptism site in the Jordan Valley. Sun, 01 Jul 2012 02:30:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-carries-93.8-million-passengers-in-may-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/russian-railways-carries-93.8-million-passengers-in-may-2012/ According to the latest figures, Russian Railways carried 93.8 million passengers on its infrastructure in May 2012, 5.8% more than in May 2011. Sun, 24 Jun 2012 18:00:15 +0000