Tourism and Hospitality

Possibilities for developing inclusive tourism in the Belomorsky district of the Republic of Karelia

V.S. Plotnikova, E.O. Lobacheva — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0300

The article examines the organizational aspects of providing services to people with disabilities, as well as the main criteria for the accessibility of tourist infrastructure facilities such as: physical accessibility aimed at organizing conditions that allow comfortable and safe use of transport, free movement, comfortable accommodation in hotels, and physical access to the services of food and leisure establishments; informational, assuming simplicity and clarity of the information presented on specialized sites and applications; sensory, solving problems with visual access for people with visual and hearing impairments; economic, developing a system of discounts and special rates for people with disabilities; social, providing the opportunity to train employees of the tourism industry to work with people with additional needs.

The Belomorsky District of the Republic of Karelia is part of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation and has great potential due to its convenient location and a large number of cultural, historical and natural resources, including the Belomorsky petroglyphs, included in the list of sites protected by UNESCO.

That is why the district was chosen for the analysis of the accessibility of its tourist infrastructure for people with disabilities. The main areas of analysis were: transport accessibility, accessibility of accommodation facilities, catering establishments, tourist sites, excursion routes and museums of the Belomorsky District. Based on the analysis, a number of recommendations were proposed for the development of inclusive tourism in the Belomorsky District, including such aspects as the formation of various programs and routes, increasing the accessibility of accommodation facilities, catering establishments, development of transport infrastructure, training of qualified personnel.

Ecological problems and prospects of tourism development, recreational activities and agroecotourism in the Republic of Tajikistan

N.C. Ridzhabekov, Z.V. Sultonbekova — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0300

This article presents a comprehensive analysis of the environmental issues associated with the development of tourism, recreational activities, and agro-ecotourism in the Republic of Tajikistan. Based on official statistical data and an extensive review of domestic scientific literature, the study examines the main challenges related to the degradation of natural landscapes, soil erosion, water resource pollution, and the loss of biodiversity. Special emphasis is placed on the deficiencies in the regulatory framework and monitoring methodologies, as well as on the prospects for integrating modern monitoring technologies and developing agro-ecotourism. The article proposes recommendations for enhancing the management of the tourism sector to ensure sustainable development while preserving the natural and cultural heritage for future generations.

Research on the implementation of innovations in agroecotourism of the Republic of Belarus

A.O. Vasylchenko, E. A. Brishten, K.S. Viasiolkina — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0300

The scientific article is devoted to the research and implementation of innovations in the field of agroecotourism in the Republic of Belarus. The purpose of the study is to analyze the existing innovative approaches and technologies used in the development of agroecotourism in the country, as well as to determine their impact on the economy, sustainable development and attractiveness of this sector. The work uses statistical data and analytical methods. As a result of the analysis of the identification of trends in the dynamics of key indicators in agroecotourism in the Republic of Belarus for 2020-2023, the number of subjects of agroecotourism by region in 2024 is given, a SWOT analysis of the development of agroecotourism in the Republic of Belarus is carried out, the main aspects of innovations in the field of agroecotourism in the Republic of Belarus are proposed, the analysis of foreign experience in agroecotourism is carried out. As a result of the research, the main obstacles to the introduction of innovations in the agroecotourism of the Republic of Belarus have been identified, and measures to overcome them have been proposed. As a result of the study, it was.

Organization of training camps as a new direction of sports tourism in the Russian Federation: problems and prospects

N.V. Kolesnikova, A.S. Mikhailov — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0300

This article analyzes training camps as a new and promising direction of sports tourism in the Russian Federation. It examines the organization of training camps, including geographical diversity, legal requirements, infrastructure capabilities, and technical support. Examples of successful camps illustrate various formats, locations, and target audiences. The conclusion provides recommendations for further development, such as integrating into national projects, implementing digital technologies, and focusing on the cultural uniqueness of regions. Training camps are presented as an effective means of promoting a healthy lifestyle and strengthening Russia’s position in the sports tourism market.

Analysis of the main problems and prospects for the development of the tourism and hospitality industry in the Republic of Belarus

A.O. Vasilchenko, V.V. Samsonenko, D.V. Ermashevich, A.D. Pashkovets — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0300

This article examines the current state and dynamics of the country's tourism industry. Attention is paid to the analysis of the tourist infrastructure, as well as the influence of external factors on it. As there has been an increase in interest in tourism services in recent years, new development opportunities are opening up. However, existing problems such as insufficient infrastructure, limited marketing efforts, and a shortage of qualified personnel are also being identified. The purpose of this work is to analyze the main problems of the tourism industry development and develop practical recommendations for ensuring sustainable growth of the tourism and hospitality industry in order to increase competitiveness at the national and international levels. The results of this analysis can be useful both for government agencies responsible for tourism development and for representatives of the private sector seeking to improve the quality of services and increase competitiveness. It is important to note that the successful development of this area contributes not only to economic stability, but also to strengthening the country's image in the international arena.