Nearly 1 million Russians traveled overseas last year . In 2012 , Russians spent $ 43 billion abroad . Many hotel groups have expanded their offerings to cater to Russian guests . The supercharged growth can be attributed to a steadily growing middle class ( projected to rise 16 % between now and 2020 ) , and the fact that access to the world beyond the former Soviet borders is still fairly novel . Russians are the world 's second fastest growing ethnic group .
Nearly 1 million Russians traveled overseas last year . In 2012 , Russians spent $ 43 billion abroad . Many hotel groups have expanded their offerings to cater to Russian guests . Russians are the world 's second fastest growing ethnic group .