Forecast for Russia’s sanatoriums in 2024 shows modest growth amid supply gaps

The forecast for tourist flow to Russian sanatoriums in 2024 suggests only a modest rise of about 2 to 3 percent compared with 2023, according to Kommersant and statements from Mikhail Danilov, Medical Director of the Association for Health Tourism and Corporate Health. The tone of the year ahead reflects a cautious outlook, even as the health-tourism sector tries to rebound from recent years. In 2023, the health facilities welcomed around seven million visitors, marking an upbeat performance with a six percent annual growth. Yet the coming year is expected to feel the squeeze of limited high-quality supply, and the demand for health-improving holidays presently exceeds resort capacity by roughly one and a half times. Danilov highlighted that the commercial healthcare sector was operating at full occupancy across the board last year, signaling a persistent shortage of available high-grade accommodations and services for the growing pool of travelers seeking wellness experiences in the region.