Where will Russian tourists go on February 23? Rating of preferences from tour operators
This year, Russians will celebrate Defender of the Fatherland Day for 4 days. In this regard, many tourists wanted to spend these mini-vacations on the trip. According to tour operators, the greatest demand among Russians on these festive dates are ski destinations, excursion tours to Europe, as well as rest in Russia. In addition, experts expect that against the background of the introduction of free visas in the UAE, demand in this direction will increase significantly on February 23.
- February 23 coincides with the ski season, so the most popular destinations are ski resorts in Italy, Austria and France, in second place - sightseeing tours to Europe, the Czech Republic is in particular demand, and for individual tourists - also Germany. In third place are the sea resorts of the UAE and Thailand, the press service of the tour operator PAC Group reported.
At the same time, the company stressed that group ski and excursion programs for holiday dates are almost closed.
However, Natalie Tours is confident that thanks to the introduction of free visas for Russians in the UAE, the destination can significantly improve its position.
An additional influx of tourists with children here also ensures the opening of the largest entertainment park in the Middle East, Dubai Parks and Resorts, including the only water park in the Middle East designed for families with children from 2 to 12 years old. In general, I think that when the whole complex of theme parks will be open to visitors, Dubai will be able to compete with the largest destinations of tourist trips in the format of “amusement parks” – France, Spain, Italy, Germany, etc., explained Anna Malinina, Advisor to the General Director of the tour operator.
The expert also noted the steady growth of interest in excursion tours on the Baltic routes – Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania.
In addition, traditionally high interest of our fellow citizens enjoy the favorite European destinations of excursions and city tours - Hungary, Austria, France, Italy, the Czech Republic, etc. In recent years, the Czech Republic has shown growing demand among young people. Ski tours are in great demand in Andorra, Italy and its Dolomt Alps, where, in February, perfect snow cover and optimal temperature are formed. February is also called the velvet season in this region, said Anna Malinina.
In conclusion, the expert noted that long-haul, but no less beloved, Thailand, India, China, Indonesia, the exotic Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles also book well for this period, especially with the capture of February 14 – Valentine’s Day.
BSI Group said that short-term tours to Europe for 4-5 days are popular among Russian tourists on holiday dates.
Tours to Budapest and Vienna are in great demand due to the short flight and very comfortable cost of the programs. The minimum cost of tours among those booked for February holidays is 27 thousand rubles per person, including air travel, the press service of the tour operator explained.
The fact that the leader in the ranking of the most popular destinations among Russians is the Krasnodar Territory, the press service of TUI reported.
We look not only at the holidays of February 23-26, but also at the whole week, which falls this period. The greatest demand for a short period of holidays is Russia, in particular Krasnaya Polyana. Also this week is popular ski Bulgaria, there is mainly a week. In addition, one of the most popular destinations is excursion Italy, since at this time the Venice Carnival is held. We have tours that include visiting festive events within the framework of the carnival, the press service of the tour operator said.
The increased popularity of Russian ski resorts was also told by Dmitry Popov, product director of Alean. First of all, these are the resorts of Krasnaya Polyana that have become popular among Russians. Interest is fueled by the annual development of the infrastructure of ski complexes, the expansion of ski areas and a variety of accommodation options. Slightly less in demand ski slopes of Bashkiria, Elbrus and Georgia, he said.
The next preference of tourists, according to Dmitry Popov, is rest in the suburban hotels and sanatoriums, as well as sanatorium and resort treatment in the Krasnodar Territory and in the cities of the Caucasian Mineral Waters. This trend does not lose its relevance from year to year, as it has its own regular audience.
Excursion tours during the February holidays are less in demand, but at the same time I want to note the interest of the consumer in short visits to St. Petersburg and Moscow, the expert concluded.
Source: Turprom