Forecasts indicate Russia 's tourism industry is on track for a tough year . Russia is rarely out of the headlines these days -- often for controversial reasons -- but does that mean it should be avoided by tourists ? Tension in eastern Ukraine and parts of Crimea have raised prices , making it a cheaper place to visit . China is now Russia 's largest and fastest - growing international inbound market .
Forecasts indicate Russia 's tourism industry is on track for a tough year . Tension in eastern Ukraine and parts of Crimea have raised prices , making it a cheaper place to visit . China is now Russia 's largest and fastest - growing international inbound market .