Overview of Children and Young Tourism in Russia

Abstract

On the basis of the beginning of child and youth tourism lies in the reasons for improving and rehabilitating children, teaching the culture, history and geography they possess. In this study, in the light of the information about the concept, content and types of child and young tourism, the projects and developments within the scope of child and youth tourism in the Soviet and Post- Soviet period were included. In this context, by taking Russia as a role model, it was aimed to source the studies which will be discussed for feasibility and applicability for child-friendly tourism which has been conceptualized in recent years in Turkey. A qualitative research method was based on within the scope of the study and a conceptual framework was formed by carrying out a resource and document review related to the subject. As a result of the study, it was observed that in addition to health and education factors in Russia, it was aimed to instill patriotism and Soviet ideology in the history of child tourism. In line with this aim, it was found out that state institutions as well as private institutions and organizations have benefit from the social fund budget.