E-readers and tablets remain the most popular gadgets for travel: 34% of respondents take them along. Power banks are close behind, chosen by 31% of travelers. Smartphones were named the primary device for vacation by 28% of respondents. Wireless headphones are taken by 24%, and wired ones by 18%. Interest in cameras and other photo equipment has noticeably declined this year compared to last.
According to the study, 91% of Russians make additional purchases after booking a tour, and 29% deliberately buy new electronics before a vacation.
This summer season, Russians are increasingly moving away from the purely beach format. Among domestic destinations, Kaliningrad leads with an average check of about 8,900 rubles. At southern resorts, average checks are as follows: Sochi – 14,000 rubles, Anapa – 11,500 rubles. A flight to Dagestan costs an average of 12,000–12,500 rubles.
The survey involved 1,500 Russians over 18 years of age with travel experience in the past year.