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Today, we congratulate the Department of Management in International Business and Tourism, the SUM Expeditionary Corps, and all lovers of package tours and independent travel on World Tourism Day!
The holiday was established by the General Assembly of the World Tourism Organization and has been celebrated in our country since 1983. It is intended to promote the development of international cooperation in the tourism industry, increase its contribution to the economy, and facilitate the exchange of cultural experiences.
Russia has experienced a significant increase in tourist flows in recent years. On average, the increase ranged from 11% to 20% depending on the region. The most popular domestic destinations last year were Krasnodar Krai (20.5% of total bookings), Moscow (18.8%), St. Petersburg (13.4%), the Moscow Region (3.5%), and Tatarstan (3.5%). The Leningrad Region and Mordovia demonstrated the highest growth (over 50%), with trips to Udmurtia, Vladimir, Voronezh, Samara, and Ulyanovsk Regions also seeing a significant increase. Demand for travel to Crimea and Kalmykia (48%), Arkhangelsk (34.3%), and Oryol Regions (31%) also increased. Experts predict a similar growth rate in regional tourism for the current year. This will be facilitated by the construction and renovation of local airports and the rerouting of flights around Moscow, which will reduce flight times and eliminate the need for transfers.
Among foreign resorts, the familiar Turkey, Egypt, the UAE, and Thailand still hold the undisputed lead. China has joined the top five. These countries will account for 85% of all foreign trips in 2024, representing 14 million tours—a 17% increase over the previous reporting period. The current year has also shown good figures, but it's too early to draw conclusions. Experts are confident that the introduction of a visa-free regime for Russian tourists by our Chinese partners on September 15 will also significantly increase tourist flow to China.
Travel holds a special place in everyone's life, so it's no wonder we tend to spend our vacations and holidays specifically on it. Whether we prefer camping in the wilderness or comfortable all-inclusive cruises, we always experience it as a small adventure that allows us to relax, forget about everyday life, and gain new impressions.
Once again, we congratulate everyone on the holiday and wish you exciting journeys along uncharted routes, giving you a wealth of positive memories and beautiful photographs.
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