An increase in international travel was recorded among Russians

This year, international travel increased in Russia from 15% to 25% in different directions against the background of the strengthening of the ruble exchange rate and the return of international transportation. Dmitry Gorin, Vice President of the Russian Union of Travel Industry (PCT), said this on Wednesday, July 16.

"Turkey traditionally occupies the first place among foreign trips," Gorin said in a conversation with Lenta.Ru .

The expert noted that in August, the most popular sea destinations are both in Russia and abroad. So, within the country, the Krasnodar Territory, Sochi and Gelendzhik, are in the greatest demand for summer holidays. The Sea of Azov, the Caspian Sea and the Leningrad Region are also popular. Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Kazan are the leaders among the sightseeing destinations. Domestic tourism has increased by 8% this year, he added.

Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Abkhazia, China and Thailand are the leaders in the ranking of the most sought-after foreign destinations. Vietnam is also very popular due to the expanded program of direct flights.

In turn, Artur Muradian, vice President of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia, told NSN that with direct flights from Moscow, Myanmar will compete with Vietnam and Thailand, as there are cheap hotels there. He added that without this, flights there are long and expensive.

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Among them is the reduction of deductions and the creation of modular tourist accommodation

On July 14, Inna Mukhina, General Director of the Vostok-Intour travel agency, spoke about the benefits of a vacation in the DPRK. She noted that the new Wonsan resort does not have an all-inclusive system, but there are decent conditions for recreation. 360.ru .

At the same time, the price includes flights Vladivostok — Pyongyang — Vladivostok, Pyongyang — Wonsan — Pyongyang, hotel accommodation, three meals a day, an excursion program, as well as insurance and visitation, RT reports.

According to Mukhina, the resort has everything you need: a water park, restaurants, cafes, entertainment centers and slot machines, IA Regnum reports. She noted that the beach stretches for 5 km, the sand is white, the sea water is warm, the hotels provide three meals a day, writes RIAMO.

On July 7, the developer Veren Group provided data on the criteria for choosing vacation hotels by Russians. More than a third of Russians (38%) rely on a private beach with a lounge area when choosing a hotel, 23% choose outdoor pools, 13% choose a wellness center and 10% choose a children's infrastructure.