Articles tagged “russia”

Tourism

President Putin pushes for visa-free travel between Russia and the EU

Putin says visa requirements thwart trade between the states, but EU officials could be slow to open borders if they’re weary of a wave of labor migration entering on the union during a recession.

Skift | 11 years ago

Tourism

Tourists from Brazil, Russia, India and China shop more than other travelers

BRIC tourists may be spending more, but they're also taking different types of trips -- multiple family members and long-haul flights -- that lend themselves to shopping excursions and splash-out spending.

Skift | 11 years ago

Tourism

Sale of stake in Russian Railways will be used as an excuse if Olympics upgrade doesn’t happen

What overseas financier in his or her right mind would make a major infrastructure investment in a country that's demonstrated it cares nothing for the rule of law and will yank away ownership at the drop of Putin's hat?

Mathieu Rosemain, Bloomberg | 11 years ago

Tourism

Will Sochi, Russia be ready for the 2014 Winter Olympics? Better cross your fingers

The Russian city will likely be technically ready to host the games, but don't look too closely at the construction. This is the country that gave us the term Potemkin Village.

Los Angeles Times | 11 years ago

Tourism

Hotels and airlines in Russia are preparing for their moment in the global spotlight

Despite nearly two decades of open international travel and big spending, the former communist giant still has trouble getting past its "in Russia customer services you!" stereotype.

Skift | 12 years ago

Airlines

EasyJet to launch London-Moscow service

Russia has proved a tough market to crack for low cost carriers, but EasyJet's entry should spur additional entrants.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 12 years ago

Airlines

Ryanair considers Russia market entry

It's unclear how serious how Ryanair is about Russia, which has proved a tough market for low cost carriers.

Skift | 12 years ago

Hotels

Marriott plans to double its presence in Russia and Eastern Europe by 2015

Airlines

Fight for your routes: Easyjet promises $200 London-Moscow fares for three years, if given chance

Online Travel

Russian OTA OneTwoTrip raises $9 million in funding one year after launch

The site has continued to grow due to online tourism gaining traction in Russia around the time of their launch, and by offering an integrated flight search similar to Hipmunk's "Agony" feature.

Skift | 12 years ago