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Russian tourists to Vietnam surge in 2024

Russian tourists to Vietnam surge in 2024

The number of Russian tourists to Vietnam rose 84.9% to 232,300 in 2024 despite the shortage of direct and charter flights from Russian regions, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR).
Thailand extends visa exemption for Russian tourists until July

Thailand extends visa exemption for Russian tourists until July

Russian tourist fined for kicking pregnant Thai woman over request to remove shoes

Russian tourist fined for kicking pregnant Thai woman over request to remove shoes

Russian tourist who tried to climb down Da Nang waterfall rescued

Russian tourist who tried to climb down Da Nang waterfall rescued

A Russian tourist who tried to climb down a fast-flowing waterfall in Da Nang was stuck in the middle, and required police officers using harnesses to rescue him.
October 29, 2023 | 08:38 pm PT
Kazakh, Russian tourists flock to Phu Quoc Island

Kazakh, Russian tourists flock to Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc is seeing an influx of tourists from Kazakhstan and Russia coming by charter flights while South Korean carriers are preparing to start direct flights to the island.
October 24, 2023 | 03:31 pm PT
Thailand to extend visa-free stay for Russians to 90 days

Thailand to extend visa-free stay for Russians to 90 days

Thailand has decided to triple the duration of visa-free stays for Russians to 90 days starting in November as it seeks to boost tourism during the peak season.
October 16, 2023 | 07:31 pm PT
Tourists investigated for stealing 35 kg of food from hotel buffet

Tourists investigated for stealing 35 kg of food from hotel buffet

A group of Russian tourists are being investigated on allegations of stealing 35 kg of food from buffet tables at a hotel in Turkey’s Antalya and hiding them in their room.
August 8, 2023 | 06:27 pm PT
Thailand targets 2 million Russian tourists next year as flights increase

Thailand targets 2 million Russian tourists next year as flights increase

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has set a target of receiving 2 million Russian visitors next year, double this year’s target, driven by the increase in regular flights.
July 26, 2023 | 08:58 pm PT
Indonesia arrests 3 Russian tourists for disrespecting sacred temple

Indonesia arrests 3 Russian tourists for disrespecting sacred temple

Indonesian authorities have detained three Russian tourists for dressing inappropriately and dancing at a sacred temple in Bali.
May 3, 2023 | 10:12 pm PT
Two Russian tourists found begging in central Vietnam

Two Russian tourists found begging in central Vietnam

Photos of two foreigners begging for money on the streets in Tam Ky Town near Hoi An have gone viral on social media, prompting authorities to step in.
March 20, 2023 | 08:52 pm PT
Indonesia's Bali wants to tighten visa requirements for Russian tourists

Indonesia's Bali wants to tighten visa requirements for Russian tourists

Authorities in Indonesia's popular holiday island of Bali have asked the central immigration agency to cancel a visa-on-arrival policy for Russian and Ukrainian nationals after tourists were found working illegally.
March 13, 2023 | 04:53 pm PT
Russian tourists flock back as Thailand eases visa policies

Russian tourists flock back as Thailand eases visa policies

Thailand received 435,000 Russian visitors last year, 14 times more than in 2021, thanks to the easing of entry policies that allowed them a 45-day visa-free stay.
March 1, 2023 | 07:46 pm PT
Thai police investigate theft in Pattaya hotel after Russian tourists reportedly lose $4,100

Thai police investigate theft in Pattaya hotel after Russian tourists reportedly lose $4,100

Thailand police are investigating a theft at a Pattaya hotel following a complaint by two Russian men who claim they lost nearly 140,000 baht (US$4,184) that they had placed in the room safety deposit box.
January 10, 2023 | 11:22 pm PT
Thailand arrests two Russians for 'begging' on street

Thailand arrests two Russians for 'begging' on street

Police in Thailand on Tuesday detained two Russian men for allegedly illegally staying in the country to beg for money in Surat Thani City, around 650 km south of Bangkok.
January 4, 2023 | 11:04 pm PT
Top spenders Russia skip Vietnam as tourism struggles in 2022

Top spenders Russia skip Vietnam as tourism struggles in 2022

Russians have this year shunned Vietnam, traditionally a popular retreat for its travelers, with a war-induced halt on direct flights and the appeal of rival destinations among factors that have kept its biggest-spending visitors at bay.
December 29, 2022 | 05:32 pm PT
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