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Russian tourists: myths and reality, (08/04/2011)(European news)
Russian tourists have acquired reputation of drunken ruffians, notable brawlers and rare boors. A new study of the British flight search engine Skyscanner insists that not all stereotypes about Russian tourists are true.
Tickets for Euro 2012 will go on sale in March, (27/02/2011)(European news)
The first days of spring will bring not only long-awaited bright and sunny weather, but also extremely good news for football fans. On the first day of spring, March 1, will begin selling of tickets for EURO 2012 matches, which will be held in Ukraine and
Budapest, Prague and Krakow are the cities that are worth visiting in 2011, (24/02/2011)(European news)
One of the leading American editions, the daily newspaper «The New York Times», published a list of 40 most exciting places in the world, which are definitely worth visiting in 2011. According to the analysts of the well-known American publication, in add
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The U.S. Department of State has published the official information and warning to the U.S. citizens about the threat of massive terrorist attacks in Europe.
10 most popular prison hotels, (23/09/2010)(European news)
Despite the unfriendly advertising slogans that promise travelers lack of hospitality, heating and comfort, Karosta Hotel in Latvia, located on the 6th place of the rating, does not lack visitors.
10 most popular prison hotels, (22/09/2010)(European news)
The most stylish hostel in Slovenia according to Lonely Planet, Celica hostel, holds the fourth position of the Tourism-review rating and is included in the list of 25 places to stay according to Rough Guides.
10 developing countries for adventure tourism, (14/05/2010)(European news)
Former Republic of one of the greatest states - the Soviet Union - which has become now part of the European Union holds the eighth place in the ranking. Mixture of mysteriously frightening post-Soviet peculiarities, developed European infrastructure and
Top 10 strangest laws from the traveler’s point of view, (24/04/2010)(European news)
3. France, England. Here is forbidden to kiss at the railway station. According to the people who know a lot about the lofty emotions romance has died in France in 1910 at the railway station. Since then, public kisses are prohibited on platforms of the
Top 10 strangest laws from the travelers’ point of veiw, (23/04/2010)(European news)
6. Canada. Payments with small coins and banknotes are not allowed. You may say that the money is always money, even if it is a coin. However, traveling to Canada you shouldn’t forget to take with you your credit cards, because according to the establis
Top 10 strangest laws from the travelers’ point of view, (23/04/2010)(European news)
The law is a necessity in any society. It protects us and allows feeling safe. However, traveling around the world, we often face with the amazing, funny or simply senseless laws, which seem to intend to cause confusion or even anger. The famous travel ma
The best gay resorts worldwide, (23/03/2010)(European news)
Modern society with every passing day demonstrates the increasing loyalty to people with different sexual orientation and tourism market increased the importance of the gay community.
5 top cities in Europe for beer lovers, (14/03/2010)(European news)
Of course, many people know the capital of Belgium thanks to its famous delicious chocolate. However, beer connoisseurs certainly know Brussels as one of the headiest European capitals. The oldest brewery in Europe was founded in Brussels in the Middle Ag
Russian tourists conquer the ski resorts of Europe, (14/01/2010)(European news)
Wealthy Russian winter sports amateurs have long and confidently been conquering the resorts of Western and Eastern Europe in search of exciting adventures and active sports. Over the past six years the resorts of Austria, Switzerland, Italy and France ha
10 best attractions in Eastern Europe (continued), (19/12/2009)(European news)
9. The Old Town in Sozopol, Bulgaria. 2 690 000 visitors annually. Sozopol is one of the oldest cities on the Black Sea coast of the Bulgarian Thrace, the first settlements of which belong to the Bronze Age.
10 best attractions in Eastern Europe (continued), (17/12/2009)(European news)
7. Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia. 3 110 000 visitors annually The State Tretyakov Gallery is the largest museum of fine arts in Moscow and the largest repository of Russian fine art in the world. The History of the Tretyakov Gallery began in 1856, w
10 best attractions in Eastern Europe (continued), (10/12/2009)(European news)
5. St. Isaac's Cathedral, St. Petersburg, Russia. 3 301 000 visitors annually. The Cathedral of St. Isaac of Dalmatia, or simply St. Isaac's Cathedral is the second highest the Orthodox church in the world (101.5 m) and the first in St. Petersburg. The c
10 best attractions in Eastern Europe, (07/12/2009)(European news)
3. Peter and Paul Fortress, St. Petersburg, Russia 3,789,000 visitors annually. Peter and Paul fortress on Hare Island is a real stronghold and a historical centre of St. Petersburg. Fortress was founded by Peter I on 16 (27) May 1703 and was originally
10 best Eastern European attractions, (02/12/2009)(European news)
Despite the fact that the Eastern and Central European countries have significant advantages, Western tourists mention them in selecting an attractive tourist destination for the coming holidays, but not in the first place. Euromonitor International has p
The Baltic Way photo exhibition will be held in London, (20/11/2009)(European news)
From November 20 to November 22 this year in Wales Center for International Affairs in Cardiff (UK), as well as from November 26 to December 8, in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in London will be held an exclusive photo exhibition of
Ten best festivals of Europe 2010, (13/11/2009)(European news)
Anticipating the joy of music fans the popular British publication The Guardian published a list of 10 best festivals of the next year. It is noteworthy that among such giants of European music industry as Helfest (France), Springfestival (Austria) and Ic
Tourist business is showing signs of recovery after the global financial crisis, (06/11/2009)(European news)
According to the American Express Global Business Travel Forecast 2010 the global tourism industry is showing signs of recovery after surging the global financial crisis. Thus, following the withdrawal of the recession and as the compensation for last yea
The most highly developed nations of the world were named, (19/10/2009)(European news)
Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) that is studying economic and social development of diverse communities of the world has recently announced the results of "2010 Smart21" that represents a list of 13 most highly developed nations in 2010.
Congratulations to everyone with the World Tourism Day!, (27/09/2009)(European news)
Each of us who have once run away from the daily routine, fuss and troubles to the seaside, into the invigorating coolness of the forest or just out of the town, felt himself an avid discoverer, explorer and adventurer. So today, on September 27, the Worl
The most inexpensive countries in Europe, (09/09/2009)(European news)
USB, one of the leading financial companies in Europe, had announced the results of a very intriguing study, in which were considered the prices and wages in 73 different countries around the world. As a result, it was found that it is better to work in W
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The modern history of humanity amazes by its scope and variety of experiments. The latest technology and materials have enabled people to create and to carry out experiments in a wide range of fields. Today, not only artists surprise us by the avant-garde
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The modern history of humanity amazes by its scope and variety of experiments. The latest technology and materials have enabled people to create and to carry out experiments in a wide range of fields. Today, not only artists surprise us by the avant-garde
The list of the most extraordinary museums in the world is published, (10/06/2009)(European news)
Awe, excitement and adrenaline, every collector feels it when he finds something new, rare and outstanding, what can be added to his exclusive collection.
The list of the most evil nations of Europe was published, (18/05/2009)(European news)
According to the recent survey conducted among the Europeans by a satellite Gold Channel, the British are recognized the European nation, which fly into a rage more frequently than any other nation.
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02/02/2012
River of Memory will appear in Minsk
Memorial composition in memory of those killed in the terrorist attack on April 11, 2011 in Minsk subway will be installed at the Oktyabrskaya station exit. Now there is a temporary marble memorial plaque where are always burning candles and church lamps.
01/02/2012
Holidays in Bulgaria: visa-free regime for Schengen owners
The Bulgarian government decided to simplify for many tourists the procedure of entering the country. From now on all people with a valid Schengen visa can go on holiday to Bulgaria without national visa. In such way Bulgaria is preparing its structures for the upcoming country’s entry into the visa-free regime, which today functions between the EU countries.
The decision to introduce new visa rules was taken by the Bulgarian cabinet of ministers on Wednesday January 26, 2011. According to the Bulgarian cabinet, the new visa policy will spur the tourist interest and will make Bulgaria more attractive to foreign investors.
Schengen visa owners will be able to get permission to enter Bulgaria and stay on its territory for a period of up to 3 months during the six months from the date of first entry.
It should be noted that the new visa rules in Bulgaria will be useful not only for the EU citizens, but also tourists from Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, who have a Schengen visa.
New measures, inter alia, must stir up not only the tourism sector, but also resort property market in Bulgaria. Since the beginning of the financial crisis in 2008 leading Black Sea resorts in Bulgaria have marked decreasing of the square meter price. Opportunity to visit the country for Schengen owners will facilitate entry of potential buyers and will indirectly stimulate the demand for Bulgarian property.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria, in 2011 its consulates issued in total 733 623 visas, which is by 18% more than in 2010.
01/02/2012
Ryanair enters the Ukrainian market
Already in May 2012 on the Ukrainian airline market will appear a new player - Ryanair. Ryanair is an Irish budget airlinefounded in 1985, which is the European leader of low-cost airlines.
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