ULAN-DE, February 7th. / TASS /. Domestic tourism in Russia is expected to grow 15-20% year over year in 2021, Zarina Doguzova, head of the Russian tourism agency, said on Sunday.

“We hope there won’t be any lockdowns in Russia this year, so we expect growth [in the domestic tourism sector] from 15 to 20% year over year, “she said, adding that the country’s most popular vacation destinations may be returning to pre-coronavirus levels.

“In general, it is too early to speak of a full revitalization of the sector. For domestic tourism, we expect a full revival in 2022, and for international tourism, the sector will revive no sooner than 2023 if things go well The main thing is gradual resuscitation, “she added.