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Czech resort facing downturn

April 6, 2015

Times are tough in Karlovy Vary. The health spa resort in the Czech Republic was heavily dependent on high-spending Russian visitors who are now staying away due to the war in Ukraine and western sanctions.

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Times are tough in Karlovy Vary. The luxurious health spa resort in the Czech Republic was heavily dependent on high-spending Russian visitors who are now staying away due to the war in Ukraine and western sanctions. The city is hoping Israelis or Chinese may fill the gap.

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