Russian tourists among the top ten arrivals to Thailand - and the top spenders after the Chinese
Russians staying home for football festival while the country also sees as influx of visitors who might otherwise come to Thailand
Plan to offer Russian tourists up to 270 days in Thailand.
New survey shows that the kingdom remains a favourite destination for Siberians.
Russians look to Turkey, Dubai, Cyprus and Egypt before Thailand.
Hotel occupancy down to average 50% in third quarter, with 'sharp drop' in Russian arrivals.
A medical rescue flight to Thailand by the Emergencies Ministry brought home four Russian men to the Siberian city of Tyumen on Sunday.
Separate incidents spark concern in Thailand resort.
Tourist numbers from Siberia rising as economy improves following 2014 downturn
Siberians can continue travelling to their number one winter sunshine destinations, says Rostourism.