Universities for Tourism and Service Association Bulletin: Announcements
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description: The main mission of the network scientific and educational journal "Universities for Tourism and Service Association Bulletin" is to support and disseminate current Russian and foreign scientific, theoretical, and practical research in the field of socialeconomic and humanitarian aspects of tourism and service development, promoting the development of specialized education in the field of tourism and service in Russia. The focus of the magazine is the most significant and useful in the theory and practice of the professional sphere and the field specialized for tourism and vocational education service.
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items: Call for papers
items: New standards in the field of tourism have come into force in Russia
items: The State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation proposed to involve large businesses in organizing children’s leisure activities
items: The flow of foreigners to Russia in 2026 could increase by 20% - up to 7 million trips
items: In St. Petersburg, measures were developed to help tourists in case of communication disruptions
items: More than half a million visitors attended VDNH during the "Let’s Travel!" forum
items: Vice President of the RST: Russian business tourism market exceeded trillion rubles
items: Russians most often buy e-books and powerbanks while traveling
items: More than 50% of Russians surveyed choose a destination for travel on social media
items: "Tutu": a quarter of travelers would like to try the slow travel format
items: Присоединяйтесь к РГУТИС!
items: Workers instead of tourists: transport companies refuse to drive tours
items: Vyatskoe village will be included in the promotion strategy of "Golden Ring"
items: Peskov spoke about the development of foreign tourism in Russia
items: Resumption of direct flights between Russia and Azerbaijan will increase transport accessibility
items: Analysts have revealed how much Russians spend on foreign travel
items: “Beaver Management” in Moscow
items: Tourism and Hospitality: International Academic Research Competition
items: The first industrial-gastronomic tour appeared in Kuzbass
items: Dear colleagues! The scientific and publishing department of RSUTS is preparing for the release of new issues of magazines HAC (indexed by RINC), which will be published this year
items: Ambassador Zhang announced the increase of tourist flow from China to Russia after visa abolition
items: RSUTS Editorial Department provides a service for the publication of textbooks, textbooks and monographs in electronic form and their distribution on behalf of the university.

Call for papers
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description: Before you submit material for publication in our journals, we recommend that you visit the “For Authors” section, where you can review the Guidelines for preparing a manuscript, as well as the Financial Terms and the list of additional services offered to authors by the staff and experts of the RSUTS Scientific Publishing Department. To submit an article (materials) for publication: Register on the website, or if you are already registered, log in to your account. In your Personal Account, select “New Material”, and in the “Section” category, choose the title of the journal to which you wish to submit your manuscript. Complete the form as indicated in the instructions. After submitting your manuscript, you may also send a copy to redkollegiamgus@mail.ru. This is not mandatory. If the registration system and the functionality of the Personal Account on the website are technically unavailable to you, you may send your manuscript to redkollegiamgus@mail.ru, specifying the journal number and title, as well as the reason for not completing the form. We always look forward to collaborating with you!
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date: %2026-%04-%18

New standards in the field of tourism have come into force in Russia
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description: MOSCOW, June 1. /TASS/. Three new national standards in the field of tourism have entered into force in Russia. GOST «Tourism and related services. Accommodation facilities. General Requirements' establishes uniform requirements for means of accommodation providing temporary accommodation to tourists and services provided therein. The document covers key aspects of the performance of accommodation facilities: information security, the condition of the surrounding area, buildings and engineering networks, quality of services provided, safety and environmental protection, as well as staff requirements. "The application of the standard is voluntary, but its use allows to improve the quality and safety of services, reduce costs for development of internal regulations and take advantage of ready-made technical solutions," - noted in Rosstandart. Preliminary national standard «Tourism and related services. Recommendations for adapting tourist industry facilities to accommodate foreign tourists , in turn, covers accommodation facilities and national food facilities as well as transport logistics and tourist organizations. The document contains recommendations on adaptation of the service taking into account linguistic, cultural and everyday characteristics of foreign tourists. The standard focuses on tourists from China: from language navigation and payment convenience to food preferences, accommodation and use of digital services. The TPN [tentative national standard] is of a recommendatory nature and applied on a voluntary basis. During its operation, monitoring and feedback will be carried out for the subsequent inclusion of best practices in national regulatory documents , - told the department. GOST on glamping In addition, on 1 June the first national standard establishing requirements for glampings and the services provided therein entered into force. According to the GOST, glampings can be organized in natural areas, in rural and mountainous areas, in forests, near…
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date: %2026-%06-%01

The State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation proposed to involve large businesses in organizing children’s leisure activities
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description: Large enterprises should be involved in the organization of leisure and recreation for children, including as a measure to encourage their employees. This opinion was expressed to TASS by the head of the State Duma committee on tourism and development of tourist infrastructure Sangadzhi Tarbaev ("New people"). "A potentially effective move - organizing leisure and recreation for children by large enterprises - both as an incentive to their employees, and as an industrial tourism program for older schoolchildren with the possibility of initial training in future professions", - said Tarbaev. Deputy also noted that Russia needs mechanisms that interest the tourist industry in the issue of restoration or creation of facilities capable of providing services for children. "Among possible incentive measures - inventory of objects, tax deductions, legislative regulation of children’s leisure, benefits for large families and families with disabled children, including children’s shelter," - added Tarbaev. Information source "TASS": https://tass.ru/obschestvo/27684665 Use of the photo: www.magnific.com. The photo was designed by Magnific.
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date: %2026-%06-%08

The flow of foreigners to Russia in 2026 could increase by 20% - up to 7 million trips
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description: The tourist flow of foreigners to Russia in 2026 could increase by 20% compared to the previous year and reach 7 million trips. This was reported in an interview with TASS at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) by Nikita Kondratiev, director of the department of multilateral economic cooperation and special projects of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation. "We forecast up to 7 million trips. Last year it was 5.8 million," he said. The head of the department noted that a kind of "renaissance" of inbound tourism in Russia came in 2022, when European tourists began to be replaced by travelers from the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and China. And this is not even a renaissance, but a systemic reorientation. And changing our vision in terms of building all programs promotion, communication and logistics , - added Kondratiev. Information source «TASS»: https://tass.ru/ekonomika/27714307 Use of the photo: www.magnific.com. The photo was designed by Magnific. The photo was created by the Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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date: %2026-%06-%10

In St. Petersburg, measures were developed to help tourists in case of communication disruptions
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description: The authorities of St. Petersburg together with representatives of the tourism business developed measures to help tourists in case of interruptions of communication and internet. Governor of St. Petersburg Alexander Beglov told about this in an interview with TASS. «Such measures are already being taken. In the pavilions of the city’s tourist information office, guests will be told about the work of transport, given paper maps and guidebooks, just orientated. Employees of the mobile information service Ask Me also distribute maps to citizens and answer questions» , - said the governor. St. Petersburg has a city contact center where tourists can call with questions, and compatriots have the opportunity to write in chat-bot at "Max". "We also submitted a request to have the city’s tourist portal Visit Petersburg enter the so-called white list" and work even with limited internet," added Beglov. There is an alternative when mobile internet is out of service: free SPB_FREE Wi-Fi. It is available 24/7 in popular public places, parks, libraries, MFC and at the subway lobby, said Beglov. Information source "TASS": https://tass.ru/obschestvo/27748745 The photo was taken from the article by "TASS": https://tass.ru/obschestvo/27748745
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date: %2026-%06-%15

More than half a million visitors attended VDNH during the "Let’s Travel!" forum
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description: At VDNH in Moscow from 10 to 14 June, the 6th International Tourism Forum "Let’s Travel!" was held. According to a statement by the deputy prime minister of the Russian Federation, Dmitry Chernyshenko, in 2026 the forum’s booth was visited by more than 510 thousand people, which is 80 thousand more people than in 2025. The forum was organized by the Roscongress Foundation and the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation, with the support of the government of the Russian Federation and the Moscow Committee of Tourism. The exhibition included 74 regions of Russia, including the Jewish Autonomous Oblast, which participated for the first time with its own stand, as well as 12 foreign countries. China, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Belarus, Nicaragua and Myanmar have made their international debut. The exposition introduced visitors to tourist routes, culture and traditions of regions and countries participating. It is also noted that within the business program, 107 agreements were signed, 69 sessions and discussions were held, where 343 speakers spoke. During the discussions, such important issues in the field of tourism and hospitality were raised as: trends in the tourism sector, measures of state support for the development of the tourist industry, creation of a comfortable environment for tourists, creation and modernization of tourist infrastructure, promotion of national tourist routes and etc Information source "Interfax Russia": https://www.interfax-russia.ru/tourism/news/bolee-polumilliona-posetiteley-pobyvalo-na-vdnh-v-hode-foruma-puteshestvuy The image was taken from the official website of the tourist forum "Let's Travel": https://rustravelforum.com/media/news/itogi-mezhdunarodnogo-turisticheskogo-foruma-puteshestvuy-2026-bolee-510-tysyach-uchastnikov-vse-sub/
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date: %2026-%06-%17

Vice President of the RST: Russian business tourism market exceeded trillion rubles
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description: As part of the "Travel" forum, the vice president of the Russian Union of Tourism Industry (RST) Dmitry Gorin noted that already a quarter of trips to Russia is accounted for by the business tourism sector, which amounts to 1.18 trillion rubles. Among the main areas of activity in business tourism are: retail, oil and gas industry, pharmaceuticals, finance, mining industry, engineering, agriculture, etc. RST notes that the share of travel to Russia is 78% ( growth of 1.2%), and the average duration of business trips in Russia is 3.5 days. Foreign destinations for business trips include: China, Kazakhstan, Turkey, Uzbekistan and Belarus with an average duration of 5 days. However, Gorin says that most of the expenses within the organization of trips are for purchasing air tickets - 53% of the total amount, and for booking accommodation - 20.8%. Gorin recalled that of the 92 million trips through Russia in 2025, 23 million are business trips, and this holds the potential of accommodation facilities and regions to generate revenue and taxes. Information source "Russian Union of Travel Industry": https://rst.ru/novosti/novosti-turizm/vice-prezident-rst-rynok-delovogo-turizma-v-rossii-prevysil-trillion-rublej.html Use of the photo: www.magnific.com. The photo was designed by Magnific.
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date: %2026-%06-%22

Russians most often buy e-books and powerbanks while traveling
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description: The most popular technology for travel among Russians are e-books, power banks and smartphones. This is stated in the joint study of the brand of smartphones and personal devices Tecno and service "Cupibilet". Among the most popular devices that travel are e-books/tablets (34%), PaperBans (31%) and smartphones (28%). Also in demand among travel devices are wireless (24%) and wired (18%) headphones. At the same time, cameras and other devices for photo- and video recording were less in demand this year compared to last year , said experts. According to the study, 91% of Russians make extra holiday purchases after booking. In addition, 29% of respondents indicated that they purchase equipment before traveling. This summer, Russians are increasingly opting not for a classic beach holiday, but for more diverse options. Among the internal directions in the leaders remains Kaliningrad with an average check of about 8.9 thousand rubles. , as well as the southern and resort destinations - Sochi (14 thousand rubles), Anapa (11.5 thousand rubles) and Dagestan, where flights cost on average 12-12.5 thousand rubles. There is also consistently high demand for alternative routes - the north of Russia and cities with a strong natural and cultural identity: Petrozavodsk (7-12 thousand rubles), Murmansk (9-15 thousand rubles) and Arkhangelsk (8-13 thousand rubles) On average, the internal cost of travel is in the range of 8-14 thousand rubles. , with growing interest in combined routes where nature, cities and local experiences can be combined. The survey included 1,500 Russians over 18 years old with travel experience in the last year. Method of data collection - online questionnaire. During the survey, there was a possibility of multiple choice of answers. Information source TASS: https://tass.ru/ekonomika/27864557 Use of the photo: www.magnific.com. The photo was designed by Magnific.
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date: %2026-%06-%29

More than 50% of Russians surveyed choose a destination for travel on social media
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description: More than half - 56% of Russians surveyed choose a destination for travel after viewing social media posts. This is stated in the joint study of the social network "VKontakte" and the service "Avito travel", which was familiarized with TASS. "56% of Russians choose a destination for travel after viewing social media posts. Social media photos of vacation spots help to present the future trip for 46% of respondents. The strongest desire to go to a new place is triggered by real reviews of travelers - they were noted by 37% of respondents," - told experts. According to research, the visual component is especially important when choosing a place of residence. For 78% of respondents, beautiful photographs of homes and cozy spaces matter; among women, this figure is 84%. More than one-third of respondents, 35%, often or very often retained or began to consider the option of residence in the first place because of attractive photographs. The most trusted by respondents when choosing a direction is content from friends and acquaintances - 59% of Russians noted it. In the group of 25-34 years, the influence of personal experience is particularly noticeable: 70% of respondents of this age trust friends' content, while 53% trust travelers with real experience. Small bloggers are more likely to be trusted by audiences aged 18-24, while respondents under 18 are more likely than others to take into account the recommendations of large bloggers and celebrities. The social media impact is particularly pronounced among respondents aged 18-24, with one in three people from this group explicitly saying that content affects where to stay. The most popular forms of recreation among Russians are nature trips - 53% of respondents prefer them, beach holidays - 41%, weekend trips - 39%. The study was conducted by a survey method in June 2026. More than 1,500 adult Russians took part. Information source "TASS": https://tass.ru/ekonomika/27873633 Use of the photo: www.magnific.com. The photo…
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date: %2026-%07-%01

"Tutu": a quarter of travelers would like to try the slow travel format
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description: Up to 25% of Russians surveyed would like to try the slow travel format - traveling without rush, with a longer stay in one place. This is stated in the study of the travel service "Tutu" . "Up to a quarter of respondents would like to try such travel, although only 5% of respondents have experience with such trips. The gap between those who want to try and those who have tried is explained simply: 34% of those who have not yet tried cite limited vacation time as a major barrier. Another 23% fear that such a vacation will be boring, 18% prefer a rich program," said the experts. Slow travel is a format of travel without rush, with longer stay in one place, deep immersion into local culture, lifestyle and atmosphere instead of visiting many cities in a short time, explained the company. According to research, audiences perceive slow travel as a format of full-fledged long travel: the average expected duration is 11 days. The majority are travel-oriented between 4 and 14 days (61%). Short format for two or three days is not associated with this style of travel - it is referred to as 11%. Those who already have slow travel experience practiced it mainly in Russia (89%), although 33% chose foreign destinations for this purpose. 70% said that the perception of a place has changed: the main features of this format are the ability to take it easy and relax (28%), new experiences (17%) and reload (14%). Among the attractive elements of slow travel, immersion in local culture (47%), slow pace and spontaneity (31%), eco-friendly approach (23%) lead. Long residence in one place is important for 21%, rental accommodation instead of hotel - for 18%, the service reported. Information source "TASS": https://tass.ru/obschestvo/27880951 Use of photo "RBC:Trends": https://trends.rbc.ru/trends/social/642bda3b9a7947321f2b9870
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date: %2026-%07-%03

Присоединяйтесь к РГУТИС!
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description: Присоединяйтесь к РГУТИС!
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date: %2026-%07-%06

Workers instead of tourists: transport companies refuse to drive tours
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description: A number of transport companies refuse to transport tourists due to fuel issues. Their top priority is contracts with enterprises to which workers need to be delivered. In Altai, some travel companies have already raised prices by 20%. This was reported by Profi.Travel CEO of the company "Planet" (Kimry) Victoria Yankevich. The head of the commission on bus transport of the Russian Union of Travel Industry Marina Labutina noted that in the Central Federal District there is not yet a "catastrophe", but prices for transport will rise. "Drivers are afraid to travel long distances, as there is a risk of not filling up on the road and getting stuck with tourists waiting for fuel," explained Victoria Yankevich. - Some travel companies on Altai have raised prices by 20%, citing the fuel crisis. For us, it is daily stress, all agreements with carriers and tour operators are broken. We have to urgently look for replacements: those who are not afraid of being without diesel on the highway and who do not raise prices. At the same time, the company manager noted: according to her experience, there is diesel fuel on the route, almost no queues after it. She emphasized that the demand for sightseeing tourism continues to decline. Museums are empty without tourists, guides sit without work. The priority for truckers now is to spend diesel fuel on workers' transportation, not on tourist trips. The tourist bus 5-7 days a week carries workers and only 2 days, and not always, tourists, - explained the director of the tour company. - Many fear that if the road is not filled with tourists, they will not be able to leave on Monday to take workers to businesses. Therefore, many transport companies, in order not to lose contract with enterprises, refuse to drive tourists . Marina Labutina noted that in the Moscow region transport companies do not behave like this. "But the country is big, I don’t rule out that there could be somewhere," she added. According to her, there is now a tacit ord…
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date: %2026-%07-%10

Vyatskoe village will be included in the promotion strategy of "Golden Ring"
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description: Vyatskoe village in the Yaroslavl region was included in the tourist route "Golden Ring". This was reported in the press service of the Agency of strategic initiatives (ASI). In addition, ASI General Director Svetlana Chupsheva noted that the Agency intends to transmit the experience of Vyatskoe to other historical settlements of Russia with the support of local identity, help include them in federal programs with the participation of active citizens, entrepreneurs, investors. Complex of Vyatskoe has already achieved a lot, and with the inclusion in the Golden Ring before the village new perspectives are opened. We expect that a Coordination Council will be formed shortly under the Government of Russia with the participation of regions belonging to the "Golden Ring", which will take care of activities for the comprehensive promotion of this route. Among the priority issues - implementation of common approaches to urban planning and development of design codes, as well as formation of a national calendar of events and creation of showcases of souvenir products on marketplaces , - are her words in the message. Also the president of the Union of Tourist Route Cities, mayor of Yaroslavl Artem Molchanov stressed the importance of bringing together participants in the tourism industry to develop and promote the "Golden Ring" route in Russia and abroad. In anticipation of the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the route, the Russian government included dozens of cities and towns in January. <...> There is a unified calendar of events and I am sure that the activities of the Vyatskoe village will occupy a special place in it", he said. In addition, the governor of the Yaroslavl region Mikhail Eurayev noted that over the past year a spa complex with a spacious heated pool and an inn "Vyatskaya Brewery" was opened in the village, which was rebuilt from the ruins of the school of pre-revolutionary construction, also under the federal program of tourism development has been…
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date: %2026-%07-%15

Peskov spoke about the development of foreign tourism in Russia
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description: The development of foreign tourism in Russia continues, Moscow is pleased that more foreigners come to Russian cities, said spokesman of the President of Russia Dmitry Peskov. Previously, under sanctions, the EU prohibited European companies from providing any services directly related to tourism activities in Russia. Portuguese analyst and lawyer Alexandri Guerreiro told RIA Novosti that the sale of tourist trips to Russia and even promotion of the country as a destination for tourism is now completely banned in the European Union. In turn, Peskov said that the Kremlin does not see anything surprising in the restrictions of the Russian route for European tour operators, as there are many restrictions in Europe on various companies, not only in the tourism sector. "At the same time, the number of tourists who arrive in Moscow is increasing. Tourists from China, tourists from Arab countries, from the Persian Gulf countries are increasingly encountered in our cities, more frequently, and we welcome these tourists," he told journalists. Peskov emphasized that they contribute to the development of the Russian economy, small and medium-sized businesses." The development of tourism, including from foreign countries, continues", - concluded Peskov. Information source "RIA Novosti": https://ria.ru/20260716/peskov-2105176520.html Use of photo "Vedomosti": https://www.vedomosti.ru/business/articles/2024/10/02/1065879-vezdnoi-turpotok-v-rossiyu-viros
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date: %2026-%07-%17

Resumption of direct flights between Russia and Azerbaijan will increase transport accessibility
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description: Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan Jayhun Bayramov said that in the near future it is planned to resume some direct flights between Azerbaijan and the Russian Federation, which were discontinued after the plane crash of AZAL passenger airline in December 2024. Members of the Russian Union of Travel Industry note that the development of direct air service is one of the factors influencing the convenience of travel and accessibility of the route. The National Tour Operator "Alean" notes that in the first half of 2026, the volume of sales of tours to the republic almost reached the level for the entire year 2025, and the dynamics are gradually approaching the levels of 2024. The resumption of direct flights will make travel more convenient and predictable for tourists. Further dynamics will depend on the parameters of the flight program - number of flights, their frequency and geography of flights. The wider the route network, the more opportunities will appear for tourists from different regions of Russia. In the second half of the year, an additional factor for travel may be holding a "Formula 1" Grand Prix in Baku, which traditionally attracts the attention of foreign guests. Despite the fact that the average cost of trips to Azerbaijan this year is higher than the previous year, interest in the direction remains , - noted the press service of the National Tour Operator "Alean". The Russian Union of Travel Industry notes that further development of air services between countries will contribute to expanding opportunities for tourist trips and strengthening tourist exchange between Russia and Azerbaijan. Information source "Russian Union of Travel Industry": https://rst.ru/novosti/novosti-turizm/vozobnovlenie-pryamyh-rejsov-mezhdu-rossiej-i-azerbajdzhanom-povysit-transportnuyu-dostupnost-napravleniya.html Use of photo "Russian Union of Travel Industry": https://rst.ru/novosti/novosti-turizm/vozobnovlenie-pryamyh-rejsov-mezhdu-rossiej-i-azerbajdzhan…
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date: %2026-%07-%20

Analysts have revealed how much Russians spend on foreign travel
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description: The average cost of Russians per trip abroad is about $1,700. At the same time, in July, spending during travel turned out to be 21% higher than in June, according to data from the fintech service "Pay Worldwide". The three main items of expenditure are housing, food and impressions. In the latter category, people are more willing to pay for things that will be remembered, such as excursions, concerts, festivals, and sports matches. A ticket to a major festival costs about $600, and an excursion costs $30-80, the service said. At the same time, analysts expect that the travel season will continue to accelerate, as August is ahead with festivals and the start of the season in the European football championships.The study is based on anonymized data from "Pay Worldwide" user payments for June - July 2026. Information source "TASS": https://tass.ru/obschestvo/27943441 Use of photo www.magnific.com
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date: %2026-%07-%23

“Beaver Management” in Moscow
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description: MOSCOW, July 30. /TASS/. A pilot project on “beaver management” for the peaceful coexistence of humans and these animals is feasible in Moscow on an island named after them. This was reported to TASS by Ivan Bashinsky, Senior Researcher at the A. N. Severtsov Institute of Ecology and Evolution of the Russian Academy of Sciences and Head of the Beaver Working Group of the Theriological Society named after Academician V. E. Sokolov at the Russian Academy of Sciences. “Beaver Island on the Moskva River has been home to one beaver family for many years. In the future, the island could serve as a pilot site for the systematic implementation of ‘beaver management’ tools that ensure the sustainable coexistence of the urban environment and the beaver population, taking into account the interests of both the ecosystem and humans,” said Bashinsky. He noted that beavers were exterminated in the vicinity of Moscow as early as the 16th–17th centuries, and after 300–400 years of absence, they did not return to the city immediately. Attempts to reintroduce them began in the mid‑20th century – animals were brought from Belarus and the Voronezh Region, although not all releases were successful due to deforestation and swamp drainage. By the late 1990s, beavers reached the capital, and today, within the old boundaries of Moscow alone, there are about 250 individuals, mainly in the western districts – Strogino, Pokrovskoye‑Streshnevo, Mitino, Khoroshevo‑Mnevniki – as well as along the Setun, Yauza, and Skhodnya rivers. Beavers predominantly settle in park areas where natural riparian zones and wetland habitats are preserved. At the same time, there are already examples of successful coexistence between beavers and people in Moscow. For instance, in the Pokrovskoye‑Streshnevo and Yauza parks, ecological trails run around large beaver settlements, allowing continuous observation of the beavers and all the changes they bring to the landscape. Photo courtesy of vladimircech on Magnific.
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date: %2026-%07-%30

Tourism and Hospitality: International Academic Research Competition
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description: Students and young researchers are invited to participate in the competition “Tourism and Hospitality: International Academic Research Competition.” Application deadline: September 20, 2026 The competition is of high relevance in the contemporary world. Tourism remains one of the most dynamically developing sectors of the global economy, requiring new approaches in the context of sustainable development, environmental responsibility, and technological integration. The competition focuses on innovations, risk management, and consumer behaviour studies, creating a platform for the exchange of experience and knowledge between students from secondary vocational schools and universities across different countries and regions. Promising research areas include: Sustainable Tourism: environmental and sociocultural strategies for destination development. The Impact of Technology on Tourism: application of AI, VR/AR, mobile services, and automation in hospitality. Tourism Trends and Consumer Behaviour: demand transformation and customer preference analytics. Tourism and Cultural Heritage: preservation of monuments and development of sustainable tourist routes. Economic Contribution of Tourism: employment, GDP impact, and local entrepreneurship. Risk Management: crisis management in tourism, safety, and force majeure situations. Innovations in Hospitality: new concepts for hotels, restaurants, and service brands. Geographical Aspects of Tourism: climate, logistics, and geomarketing of destinations. Tourism and Social Issues: accessible tourism, inclusivity, and regional equality. Tourism Resource Management: management of parks, resort areas, and cultural sites. For further details, please refer to the competition website. Image courtesy of magnific. This translation has been generated using AI‑based language models.
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date: %2026-%08-%17

The first industrial-gastronomic tour appeared in Kuzbass
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description: On the eve of Miners' Day, the first industrial-gastronomic tour in the region was launched in the Kemerovo Oblast. It introduces guests to the coal mining and mining traditions, according to the press service of "Kuzbassorazhegol" - one of the oldest open coal mining companies in Russia. The tour begins at the Cedar Coal Drive. After visiting the production site, guests can enjoy a themed dinner at the restaurant "Zavoi". Specifically for the new tour, the restaurateurs developed a themed menu of five local cuisine dishes that reflect the nature of minework and gastronomic traditions. The industrial and gastronomic tour was named "From boccia to Boccia" and is included in the program of industrial tourism in the region. Every year, the coal cuts of Kuzbass receive more than 2,000 guests. "The new tour will form a deeper understanding of the culture and gastronomy of the mining region", - said the director of public relations and communications of the company, Maria Pimenova. Information source "TASS": https://tass.ru/obschestvo/28029861 Use of photo www.magnific.com . The photo was created by AI ( Artificial Intelligence)
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date: %2026-%08-%24

Dear colleagues! The scientific and publishing department of RSUTS is preparing for the release of new issues of magazines HAC (indexed by RINC), which will be published this year
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description: The scientific and publishing department of RSUTS is preparing for publication the second issue of the scientific journal RINC "Universities for Tourism and Service Association Bulletin" for 2026. Article acceptance deadline for issue #2 TO 30.11.2026 The journal publishes articles, reviews and reports on research results in the field of tourism industry services and hospitality, economic, social, cultural and legal aspects of organizing and providing tourist, hotel, service to the community. Priority in the publication is given to employees of higher education organizations that are members of the Association of Tourism and Service Institutions The main mission of the network scientific and educational journal "Universities for Tourism and Service Association Bulletin" is to support and disseminate current Russian and foreign scientific, theoretical, and practical research in the field of socialeconomic and humanitarian aspects of tourism and service development, promoting the development of specialized education in the field of tourism and service in Russia. The focus of the magazine is the most significant and useful in the theory and practice of the professional sphere and the field specialized for tourism and vocational education service. Specialities: Tourism economy, domestic trade, tourist and excursion services, hotel business, service activities The acceptance of articles is carried out as follows: You need to select the magazine "Universities for Tourism and Service Association Bulletin" - https://vestnik-rusjournal.ru/index.php/vestnik/ru Then you need to register as an author, confirm the profile via mail (it receives a letter to confirm the account). Then, through your personal office, you can already submit an article along with the application for each of the authors (https://disk.yandex.ru/d/w4NBKXNznkchpA) If there are any difficulties with the article submission process, each journal site has a video instruction in the "Submit" section. Useful lin…
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date: %2026-%08-%26

Ambassador Zhang announced the increase of tourist flow from China to Russia after visa abolition
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description: The flow of tourists from China to Russia, against the background of the abolition of visas, increased almost one and a half times in the first quarter of 2026. This was stated by the People's Republic of China ambassador in Moscow, Zhang Hanhui. "We see that the scale of travel has increased significantly. In 2025, the number of reciprocal tourist trips exceeded 3 million. According to our data, 154,200 Chinese tourists visited Russia in the first quarter of this year alone - a 44% increase on the previous year", - said the diplomat in an interview with "Izvestia." On 1 December 2025, the President of Russia signed a decree according to which citizens of the PRC, based on the principle of reciprocity until 14 September 2026, will be able to come to Russia for up to 30 days without visas. China introduced a similar visa-free regime for Russians, and both sides mutually extended the right of visa-free entry until the end of 2027. The ambassador also reported that in the first half of the year, Russia, in turn, ranked second among countries from which tourists come to China. "The intensification of travel has already become a new engine of consumption growth and deepening cooperation. We are ready to continue working together with the Russian side on improving comfort for travelers," - emphasized Zhang Hanhui The diplomat noted that Moscow and Beijing, among other things, were actively working to improve the ease of border and customs procedures." During peak periods, the requirements for effective border control are increased. In cities where direct flights have recently opened, the tourist infrastructure and multilingual navigation needs to be improved,' he added. In this context, Zhang Hanhui pointed out that airports and tourist facilities are already implementing navigation: in Russia there are increasingly signs in Chinese, and in China - information services in Russian. Information source "TASS": https://tass.ru/obschestvo/28051777 Use of photo "Vedomosti": htt…
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date: %2026-%08-%28

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