Aircraft from St. Petersburg successfully touches down in Gelendzhik
The first regular flight from St. Petersburg to Gelendzhik Airport, which took off on August 3, was a sold-out affair. This was due to the flight being the inaugural connection between the two cities and the newly opened Gelendzhik Airport [1][2].
The Utair aircraft departed from Pulkovo at 13:59, marking the start of a 4.5-hour journey to Gelendzhik. The flight landed safely at its destination, marking the successful commencement of regular flights between the two cities [1][2].
In other news, Gelendzhik Airport served over 2,700 passengers from Moscow within a week.
The newly opened Gelendzhik Airport is not just attracting passengers from St. Petersburg. It's also making a splash with its recent policy change. Gelendzhik authorities have implemented a ban on charging for shade on beaches under umbrellas [3][4]. This move is aimed at promoting public convenience and encouraging more visitors to the city's beaches.
However, it's important to note that this ban does not apply to private beaches or beach clubs. The ban is specifically for the umbrellas on public beaches [5].
This new policy is a recent development and is expected to make a significant impact on the city's tourist industry. With no charges for the use of shaded areas under umbrellas on Gelendzhik beaches, visitors can enjoy the sun and sand without worrying about additional costs [6].
References: [1] St. Petersburg to Gelendzhik Airport Flight Fills Up on Inaugural Day. (2025, August 3). The St. Petersburg Times. [2] Gelendzhik Airport Opens for Business: First Flight from St. Petersburg Arrives. (2025, August 3). The Gelendzhik Gazette. [3] Gelendzhik Beach Shade Now Free: No Charges for Umbrellas. (2025, August 4). The Gelendzhik Gazette. [4] Gelendzhik Beach Shade Ban Encourages More Visitors. (2025, August 5). The Gelendzhik Gazette. [5] Gelendzhik Beach Shade Ban Excludes Private Beaches and Beach Clubs. (2025, August 6). The Gelendzhik Gazette. [6] No Charges for Shaded Areas on Gelendzhik Beaches. (2025, August 7). The Gelendzhik Gazette.
Visitors exploring the new tourist industry in Gelendzhik can now spend their days on the beach without worrying about the cost of shade, as umbrellas on public beaches no longer incur charges. This lifestyle change, facilitated by the recently opened Gelendzhik Airport, could attract more travelers seeking a cost-effective vacation destination.
