After days full of exhibitions, meetings, presentations, and briefings at the ASEAN TOURISM FORUM (ATF) 2026, the final event was a tour of the picturesque regions of the Philippines, which took place from January 31 to February 4, 2026 for hosted buyers and media representatives.

Natalia Klimenok from Russian Travel Digest, who previously…

Russians' interest in exploring the African continent continues to grow, according to travel industry experts. On average, the tourist flow increases by one and a half to two times annually, some travelers become regular buyers of tours.
Currently, Russians can visit 11 African countries visa-free. Russians can stay in Morocco, Namibia, Tunisia,…

Experts from the Russian Union of Travel Industry (RUTI) estimate the number of visa applications submitted by Russians in 2025 at 620 000 – 670 000, and the number of visas issued at 540 000 – 570 000. France, Italy, and Spain remain the leaders in the number of Schengen visas issued to Russians, but the share of multiple-entry visas has fallen…