The press service of the Russian Union of Travel Industry reported that this year the operators of river cruises are counting on an increase in the number of passengers on cruise ships. Last year, thanks to cashback for trips around the country, the increase in cruise tourist traffic was 25-30% compared to the previous year, and the total number of tourists reached 600,000 people.
This year, according to industry representatives, the increase could be 15%, and the number of cruise ship passengers could reach 650,000 people. Experts note that this year, even without cashback, the loading of liners is about 70%.
In recent years, interest in cruises has grown. Many people repeatedly choose such a vacation. In addition, the volume of offers is growing every year and the cruise fleet is expanding.
Reuters has reported that the New Zealand government has announced a nearly threefold increase in fees for foreign tourists. Starting October 1st, the entry fee to the country will be 100 New Zealand dollars, equivalent to approximately 62 US dollars
The press service of the Russian Ministry of Economic Development has reported that, according to Rosstat, Russian hotels, sanatoriums, and other accommodation facilities welcomed 9.99 million guests in July of this year