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Visas

Thailand Cancels Visa Fees for Tourists

From March 5 to June 4, 2009, Thai authorities canceled visa fees for foreign tourists. This information is published on the website of the Embassy of Thailand in Moscow.

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Technology

Beeline offers roaming in Belarus

Prepaid subscribers of Beeline (CJSC Ukrainian Radio Systems) have gained the ability to use roaming services in the network of mobile operator MTS in Belarus. The network operates in GSM 900/1800…

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Visas

Honduras changes passport requirements for entry

Honduras has changed the passport requirements for tourists entering the country. Travelers now need a passport valid for at least 3 months from the date of entry.

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Tourism

Tourism Attractiveness of World Countries

The World Economic Forum website has published the Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Index (TTCI). The ranking of tourism appeal of various countries is conducted by the World Economic Forum together…

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Technology

North Korea launches cellular network

North Korean authorities have lifted the ban on the use of mobile phones by citizens. From now on, residents of Pyongyang can purchase mobile phones and connect to the new Koryolink cellular network…

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Technology

MTS reduces roaming tariffs for subscribers

Mobile operator MTS announced a reduction in tariffs for popular roaming destinations in another 7 countries.

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Everyday life

American Dream Divides Respondents

Zogby International published the results of a survey in which US residents were asked whether they think it is possible for them and their families to realize the 'American Dream'.

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Work

Czech Republic faces shortage of doctors

Czech Republic faces shortage of doctors and nurses. The medical personnel crisis is caused by young doctors and medical school graduates increasingly going abroad for work.

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Work

Czech Republic reduces issuance of 'green cards'

Minister of Labor of the Czech Republic Petr Nečas, due to the economic crisis, excluded from the 'green cards' issuance system a number of vacant jobs that were previously expected to be available…

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Tourism

Egypt to Reduce Number of Diving Centers

Egyptian diving centers are in for a 'cleanup' this year, which could reduce their number by 10-15%. Chairman of the Chamber of Diving and Water Sports of Egypt (CDWS) Hesham Gabr said that every…

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Airbus

Ryanair to start charging for toilet use

Europe's largest budget airline – Ryanair – has once again surprised with its drive to save money. According to Reuters, citing the company's CEO Michael O'Leary, Ryanair now plans to charge…

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Gourmet guide

Iceland gives gourmets an internet guide

The Icelandic Tourist Board has prepared a gift for 'culinary tourists' – an interactive guide to the country's restaurants.

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