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Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Main News

Mexico and Russia Plan to Reactivate Direct Flights to Boost Tourism

12/01/2025

Mexican entrepreneurs and Russian tour operators met to map out new collaboration. The key issue discussed: the lack of direct flights, an obstacle that makes travel between both countries expensive and complicated.

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OUTBOUND TOURISM

Russian Tourism in Mexico: A Growing Market with Untapped Potential

12/01/2025

Mexico remains a desired destination for Russian travelers, but accessibility is limited. Currently, those who decide to visit must make long and costly connections through countries like Cuba, Turkey, or the United Arab Emirates.

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CRUISES TO THE NORTH POLE

Trend Shift: How an Expedition on a Nuclear Icebreaker Becomes a New Status Symbol

12/01/2025

Luxury is no longer measured by brands and yachts. The founder of the Polar Travel Club shared how expeditions that change lives are born, and why they are the future of premium tourism.

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NEW YEAR TOURS

SANATORIUMS

No Rush Demand for New Year Holidays at Sochi Sanatoriums

11/30/2025

Demand for New Year tours to Sochi sanatoriums has dropped by 10-15%. Experts attribute this to rising prices and competition from resorts.

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NEW YEAR

Tour Operators Give Away Visas and SPA Visits for the New Year

11/27/2025

New Year gifts are prepared not only by Santa Claus, but also by ATOR member tour operators. We decided to tell you about the most interesting ideas.

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FLY TO THE SEA CHEAP

To the Beach in December for 40 Thousand Rubles with Flight: A Selection of Cheap Winter Foreign Tours

12/01/2025

In December, tourists are offered to fly to the most popular beach countries for little money. In some cases, you can fit within less than 80 thousand rubles for two with a flight for 10 nights.

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Interviews

INTERVIEW

Exclusive About Thailand 2026: Records, New Flights, Resorts and Hotels

11/18/2025

In an exclusive interview, the director of the Thailand Tourism Authority's Moscow office shared news about tourist Thailand and her vision of the country's future in the Russian tourism market.

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INTERVIEW

Trend Shift: How an Expedition on a Nuclear Icebreaker Becomes a New Status Symbol

12/01/2025

Luxury is no longer measured by brands and yachts. The founder of Polar Travel Club Nikolai Savelyev talks about how expeditions that change lives are born.

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INTERVIEW

Russian Tourism: Two in Plus, One in Stop - Intourist CEO Interview

12/01/2025

Head of Intourist Alexander Musikhin discusses the main trends in Russian tourism. Inbound tourism stagnates while domestic and outbound show growth.

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INTERVIEW

Hong Kong Tourism: Growth Strategies and New Opportunities for Russians

11/24/2025

Hong Kong tourism officials discuss strategies to attract more Russian visitors and the special programs being developed for the Russian market.

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INTERVIEW

Tourism Development: Government Perspective and Support Programs

11/19/2025

Ministry of Economic Development official discusses government support programs for tourism, new legislation, and plans for industry development.

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Travel Tips

LIFEHACKS FOR TOURISTS

Journey from Winter to Summer: Tips for Those Going to Thailand

11/30/2025

In winter, when the view from your home window brings sadness, it's especially pleasant to look at the tickets and voucher for a purchased tour to Thailand. But there's not only a gentle sea and exotic nature there.

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EXOTIC

Top Best Countries and Unusual Places for Vacation in 2026

11/29/2025

The authoritative Lonely Planet guide has compiled a list of countries that can give tourists new experiences in 2026. The list includes several destinations connected to Russia by direct flights.

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Weekends in Russia

STATISTICS

Mandrogi in Numbers and Facts: Who Comes Here and Where They Stay

07/03/2025

The 'Amazing Village' in the Leningrad region ensures a 30% increase in tourist flow per year. What do they have that others don't?

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WEEKEND IN VYBORG

Weekend Trip: A Guide to Vyborg for One Day

06/27/2025

If you're planning to go to St. Petersburg this summer, we recommend stopping by Vyborg. An ancient city, a medieval fortress, the oldest residential building in Russia.

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Business & Analytics

ANALYTICS

Two-Thirds of Package Tours for December Russians Bought to These Three Countries

11/30/2025

The top three leaders of December demand for package tours remained unchanged compared to last December, but the shares were redistributed.

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OUTBOUND TOURISM

Russians Set Records for Number of Trips Abroad This Winter

11/26/2025

Sales of tours abroad in the winter months of 2025-2026 demonstrate explosive growth. Tour operators record an increase in bookings from 30 to 70% compared to last winter.

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DOMESTIC TOURISM

Domestic Tourism in Winter 2026: Where Russians Go for Vacation

11/26/2025

Demand for organized tours around Russia for the winter season 2025-2026 demonstrates a decline of about 15% compared to last season. At the same time, those who go will spend an average of 15% more on vacation.

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Company Announcements

12/01/2025

Main News

Mexico and Russia Plan to Reactivate Direct Flights to Boost Tourism

Russian Tourism in Mexico: A Growing Market with Untapped Potential

Trend Shift: How an Expedition on a Nuclear Icebreaker Becomes a New Status Symbol

NEW YEAR TOURS

No Rush Demand for New Year Holidays at Sochi Sanatoriums

Tour Operators Give Away Visas and SPA Visits for the New Year

To the Beach in December for 40 Thousand Rubles with Flight: A Selection of Cheap Winter Foreign Tours

Interviews

Exclusive About Thailand 2026: Records, New Flights, Resorts and Hotels

Trend Shift: How an Expedition on a Nuclear Icebreaker Becomes a New Status Symbol

Russian Tourism: Two in Plus, One in Stop - Intourist CEO Interview

Hong Kong Tourism: Growth Strategies and New Opportunities for Russians

Tourism Development: Government Perspective and Support Programs

Travel Tips

Journey from Winter to Summer: Tips for Those Going to Thailand

Top Best Countries and Unusual Places for Vacation in 2026

Weekends in Russia

Mandrogi in Numbers and Facts: Who Comes Here and Where They Stay

Weekend Trip: A Guide to Vyborg for One Day

Business & Analytics

Two-Thirds of Package Tours for December Russians Bought to These Three Countries

Russians Set Records for Number of Trips Abroad This Winter

Domestic Tourism in Winter 2026: Where Russians Go for Vacation

Company Announcements

New Year Under Palm Trees: Phuket Awaits You with Guaranteed Hotels!

To Crimea with Flights from 7 Cities!

Black Friday Continues: Promotion on 'Around Phuket in 11 Days' Tour

The Best in Zanzibar

China: TOP-3 Premium Hotels in Hong Kong

Vietnam - Sales Start

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