Development of Tourism is Small Towns of Russia
Abstract
This article is devoted to the modern state of small cities of Russia. The subject of research is current position of the small historic towns of Russia and also identifying their development prospects. The theme of the article covers the study of statistical information of the development of domestic tourism in the small towns of Russia and study of foreign experience. The objective is to identify the main problems and directions of development of small towns in the face of growing demand on the domestic tourism market. The article considers the issues of modern status and development trends of domestic tourism in Russia. The problem of lack of proper attention to the development of tourism in small historic towns has been identified. It was justified the necessity of attracting regional and local authorities and various business communities attention to this issue. It was highlight the following problems such as lack of competent marketing strategy for promotion of tourist destination; low level of service and quality of infrastructure of hospitality industry; low competitiveness and investment attractiveness of the region. It is concluded that tourism development in small towns can help solve the problems hindering their economic and social development.
About the Authors
Yu. Yu. Shchegol’Ko
Financial University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
P. V Metelkina
Financial University
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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Shchegol’Ko Yu.Yu., Metelkina P.V. Development of Tourism is Small Towns of Russia. The world of new economy. 2017;11(1):86-91. (In Russ.)
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