Modern ski resorts in Russia have long been on a par with Western ones in terms of comfort and technical equipment. Our country has more mountain systems than any other, so everyone can find something suitable for themselves, and the lack of a visa and affordability make Russian ski resorts unique in many ways.
In total, about 10 million Russians went on trips during the New Year holidays. Approximately 62% of the total sales of tour operators in Russia fell on Russian ski resorts. At the same time, 50% of tourists went to the Sochi resorts. North Caucasian ski resorts are preferred by 10% of travelers. Dombay resort closes the top three.
V top 10 also included: Kemerovo Sheregesh, Belokurikha in the Altai Territory, Abzakovo in Bashkiria, Sorochany in the Moscow Region, Solnechnaya Valley in the Chelyabinsk Region, Belaya Mountain in the Sverdlovsk Region, as well as the Sviyazhsky Hills in Tatarstan.
Top 3 popular places among Russians
One of the most recognized ski resorts in Russia - Sochi Rosa Khutor in Krasnaya Polyana - offers guests various options for both winter and summer holidays. The resort has gained even more popularity after the 2014 Winter Olympics, and now its guests have the opportunity to ride on the Olympic tracks. Rosa Khutor stands out for its high standards of service, safety and a large number of tracks for every taste.
In second place - Elbrus, and at once two famous resorts in this place: Cheget and Elbrus Azau. As a rule, these ski resorts are chosen by experienced skiers and snowboarders who prefer extreme skiing. Despite all its complexity, Elbrus Azau tracks are safe and well equipped. The resort season lasts all year round. In addition, the ski lifts offer a beautiful view of Elbrus.
The three strongest ski resort closes Dombaywhich was built in 1921. Most of the tracks here are of medium difficulty, which means they are not designed for beginners. However, both for beginners and for fans of extreme sports on Dombai there are also several slopes.
Upcoming travels for Russians
Having analyzed the dynamics of the market, as well as the formed supply and demand, specialists in the tourism industry came to the conclusion that Russians continue to actively book ski tours in Russia. And this trend has taken hold despite the fact that the New Year holidays are over. The most demanded travels are on February 23, March 8 and Shrovetide.
The main reason for the increasing popularity of Russian ski resorts is the closed borders of the EU, because of which the slopes of Austria, Italy, France, Switzerland and others are still inaccessible to our citizens. Many tourists already now anticipate a shortage of places and therefore book ski tours in Russia in advance.
Packing a suitcase and going skiing or snowboarding, a snowboarder should not forget to take warm clothes with him: thermal underwear, a hat and gloves, a fleece jacket, as well as a windproof jacket, for example, the PUMA men's jacket from the new collection.
