Russians traveling within the county hit record 78 million in 2023, up a fifth compared to the year before.
Russians traveling within the country hit record 78 million in 2023, up a fifth compared to the year before.
“Lots of people go to Europe. But these are very difficult times,” the 58-year-old tourist said, snacking on a cucumber grown locally. With direct flights to the European Union banned and most Russian-issued credit cards no longer working in the bloc, many have opted to take a break closer to home. The number of Russians venturing abroad fell by 44% between 2019 and 2023, according to data from market analysis firm Statista, with travel also taking a hit from the pandemic.Trips made by Russians within the country meanwhile hit a record 78 million in 2023, up a fifth compared to the year before, according to industry figures.
“I think our Russia is every bit as good,” she said, adding that she travelled with her daughter from the city of Ryazan about 200km to the south.
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