benefiting compared to two per hundred among males.
Family Trips and Open Talks
Most Russian tourists - about 53 percent - choose holidays alongside their closest relatives: partner and kids. When traveling like this, money matters still shape how smooth everything feels.
Starting with honest talks about money - before packing bags - keeps tensions low once travel starts. A shared trip often feels smoother when costs are clear from the beginning.
Least Costly and Most Costly Travel Destinations for Russian Tourists
What determines the division of the travel budget matters less than where you go - spending levels shift dramatically by location. Findings from Pay Worldwide, an international payment platform analyzing user data across 160 nations during nine months starting mid-2025, reveal distinct patterns in travel expenses. Some places stand out for low spending, others for high.
Despite being less talked about, Abkhazia stands out among destinations favored by Russian visitors seeking affordability. Trip costs typically fall between 16.4 and 24.6 thousand rubles, covering basics like food, stays, transport, outings, and purchases. Because it is near, easy to reach, and cheaper than many alternatives, people watching their spending often pick it. Travelers looking to stretch their money tend to land here more frequently.
On the flip side, you’ve got the United Arab Emirates - still topping the cost charts. Travel expenses there typically range from 69.8 to 106.7 thousand rubles once you’re on site.
Other popular travel destinations include:
- China: 49.2–98.5 thousand rubles (quite expensive)
- Thailand: 73.9–98.5 thousand rubles (also high)
- Turkey: 53.3–69.8 thousand rubles (average expenses)
- Egypt: 41–61.5 thousand rubles (average)
One traveler might pay for everything, another time everyone splits costs evenly - no matter the method, being open about money helps groups travel better. Sometimes bills are divided right away, sometimes covered by a friend; what matters most is talking ahead of time. With Russian tourists visiting places as different as low-cost Abkhazia and high-end UAE resorts, handling expenses wisely turns trips into calm, enjoyable experiences. Planning travel budgets early removes tension later on.
