Government approves concept of cruise tourism development
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin approved the concept of cruise tourism development in Russia until 2024.
According to the program, the number of sea and river cruises in Russia will increase.
The concept envisages the development of cruise tourism infrastructure and the improvement of state support measures for enterprises involved in its creation, and the route network of Russian cruises (in the Arctic, Siberia, and the Far East) will be expanded. New excursion programs are planned.
An important task is training: improving educational programs in the field of cruise industry for college and university students and creating a platform for their practical training on the basis of leading cruise companies.
The concept was prepared within the framework of the Strategy for the Development of Tourism in the Russian Federation until 2035. The action plan for its implementation will be developed by Rosturizm and submitted to the Government until July 1, 2022, the press service of the Cabinet concluded.
Source: ria