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The Russian experts in tourism expect an increase of the tourist flow by 20 percent next year, according to RIA Novosti. As per Executive Director of Association of Tour Operators of Russia Maya Lomidze, these are the most cautious forecasts so far. She has mentioned that the majority of fans who came to Russia during the FIFA World Cup would love to visit our country again. Besides, they are going to bring their friends and relatives here. Many guests commented that they planned to see more of Russia.
Experts note that the tournament was held at the top level and it is to become a symbol for development of the tourist branch. After the FIFA World Cup–2018, guests from Asia and the Middle East are expected to flood in. Moreover, many Latin Americans visited Russia. This, in its turn, is to help developing the tourist connections.
A number of tourists from the European countries is to grow too, namely from Germany, Great Britain, Croatia and France. This autumn, most likely, the number of foreigners is to be much higher than a year ago. However, to make the positive trend last, there is work to be completed unless it is too late. It is necessary to use other tools for advancement of the national tourist product, to develop its quality and competitive price.
Another splendid present left from the FIFA World Cup is income of about 23 billion US dollars, which covers all the expenses for its organization.
Russkiy Mir
