Historical aspects of tourism development

Abstract

As the world economy develops, the volume of international trade expands, the means of transport and communications improve, the internationalization and globalization of the world economy increase, the number and variety of contacts and trips of citizens caused by economic necessity increase. Accordingly, raising the level of culture, science, and education contributes to the growth of international travel not only for economic, but also for cultural and political purposes. Even in today’s difficult political conditions, tourist trips are made, but their geography is changing. The article discusses the history of tourism development and the factors under the influence of which tourism develops.