Egypt has become the most popular foreign destination for family trips during the autumn school holidays, overtaking Turkey, according to analysts at ATOR.  Thailand, China, Vietnam and the UAE are also in the top ranking, with demand for China growing fastest.  The analytical material was prepared by the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (

Air Arabia plans to resume its Sharjah–Moscow–Sharjah service on Oct. 8, 2026. Flights will initially operate daily, with frequency increasing to two flights per day from Dec. 12.  All other Air Arabia routes between the UAE and Russia remain suspended through March 27, 2027 inclusive.  

On Air Arabia’s official website, a Moscow–Sharjah…

Thai authorities have approved a reduction in the visa-free stay period from 60 to 30 days for a number of countries, including Russia. The new restrictions will take effect on September 15, 2026.  In addition to shortening the visa-free period, Thailand is introducing a limit on entries via land border crossings—allowing no more than two such entries…