In the Netherlands, Lloret is mainly known as a party spot for young people, but in recent years it has become increasingly important for Russian holidaymakers Lloret. “Lloret will definitely notice, first there was the corona, now this.”
Rimini also misses the Russians
In recent years, more and more Russian tourists went on holiday to Europe. Spain received more than a million visitors in 2019 before the corona pandemic. Italy fears it will miss two million Russian visitors this year, which could leave the country with five billion euros, according to travel agents.
Although Italy expects more tourists this year, the Russians are missing. “It will be a miserable summer without the Russians,” said Italian reporter Anouk Boone. Because although Russians are certainly not the largest group of visitors in terms of number, they spend a relatively large amount of money on holidays. “The Russians are known here as the ‘big spenders,’” says Boone.
For example, on the Costa Esmeralda in Sardinia, where wealthy Russians often camp on luxury yachts. “If they don’t come, the staff will be there without income, like many luxury stores. ‘The well-known holiday destination Rimini, where ordinary Russians like to come, will also receive far fewer Russian visitors this year.
Source: RTL
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