Turkey, Egypt, Vietnam, Thailand, and the UAE are among the most popular international travel destinations for Russian tourists this autumn, according to the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR).
Key Travel Trends
According to ATOR’s reported figures:
- Turkey accounts for approximately half of international tour sales.
- Vietnam has climbed to third place, with September–October tour sales increasing by 40–140% across different tour operators.
- Nha Trang and Phu Quoc are expected to receive expanded flight services from late October.
- Overall international tour sales for September–October are approximately 4% higher than the previous year.
How to Pay While Traveling Abroad
Flights and accommodation are often booked in advance, but travelers still need to cover everyday expenses such as taxis, restaurants, shopping, excursions, and hotel deposits.
Since Russian-issued Visa and Mastercard cards do not work internationally, travelers may need an alternative payment method.
Buhta Obmena offers Premium Card, a virtual international card funded with USDT and designed for payments abroad.
Premium Card Features and Fees
- Card issuance: $60
- Monthly maintenance: Free
- Top-up fee: 3%
- Authorization fee: $0.50
- Card currency: USD
- Transaction limit: Up to $20,000
- Daily limit: Up to $50,000
- Initial card balance: $10 credited upon issuance
- Payment support: Apple Pay and Google Pay
- Issuing country: Armenia
Premium Card can be used for international online payments and eligible in-store purchases, including hotels, restaurants, taxis, and shopping.
Prepare Your Payment Method Before Departure
Travelers planning a holiday or an extended stay abroad can apply for Premium Card online through Buhta Obmena and fund it with USDT.
Arranging an international payment card before departure can help simplify everyday expenses during a trip.