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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hospitality industry gathers in Moscow for Russia Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference
The Russia Hotel & Tourism Investment Conference will take place at the Radisson Blu Belorusskaya, hosted by Bench Events, from tomorrow.
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.
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.