The development of tourism: the experience of Russia

Tourism - one of the promising sectors of the economy. In the world, the pace of development of tourism is outstripping. Tourism is the driver of economic growth. It acquires special significance in Russia, whose economy is actually in a state of stagnation. The authors analyze the peculiarities of tourism development in the Russian Federation taking into account the influence of external and internal factors. They assess the state of domestic and incoming tourism, as well as identify trends in the development of tourism in the country. Prospective directions of development of the tourism industry are considered. Of practical interest is the author's classification of factors that have a positive and negative impact on the development of tourism. The results of the research can be claimed in the management of tourism development not only at the national, but also at the regional and municipal levels.