Recreational Clusters Research Articles

Формирование цифрового пространства внутреннего туризма Республики Коми

The weak connexity and dispersion of the tourism space in the Komi Republic is due to the insufficient inclusion of its subjects in the digital space, predetermined by the poor quality of the tourist product, low digitalization level of the territory and poor technological equipment of organizations in the tourism sector. The basic directions of the digital transformation of the industry are outlined, related to the expansion of digital infrastructure, development of the regional tourism platform, and improvement of the regional tourism management system through the digitalization of accounting, data collection and analysis. The most important direction is the formation of regional tourism and recreation cluster based on the “smart destination” approach using financial and programmatic mechanisms for the development of the tourism industry in the region.

Этнокультурный туризм в системе рекреационного природопользования Северо-Восточного Кавказа

The aim of the work is to study the problems and prospects of ethno-cultural tourism development in the North-Eastern Caucasus and to assess its role in recreational nature management. Research methods: geographical, comparative-historical, demographic and ethno-cultural analysis of the territory, method of statistical processing of information and geo-system approach. Research results. The structure of ethno-cultural tourism potential including objects of natural and historical-cultural heritage, pilgrimages and unique intangible cultural heritage (art, culture, traditions and customs) was substantiated. The geographical pattern of distribution of historical and cultural heritage objects has been studied, which consists in the following: in the plain part these objects are represented mainly by houses of famous scientists, architects, artists and poets, obelisks, etc., and in the mountain zone–by tower complexes, above-ground crypts, bas-reliefs and other structures. The main types of traditional folk crafts and handicrafts (carpet weaving, felt making, jewelry, gun smithing, metal carving on wood, etc.) preserved up to nowadays as the most important resource of ethno-cultural tourism are shown. The significant share of creative potential has been identified in the mountainous part of the North-Eastern Caucasus. Conclusion. The results of the study show that the potential of ethno-cultural tourism in the North-Eastern Caucasus is not fully utilized. And this is reflected in its weak role in the system of recreational nature management. It is proved that for more effective utilization of this potential it is necessary to develop science-based approaches. The complex of problems that hinder the development of ethno-cultural tourism in the region of study is identified (shortage of highly qualified personnel, low level of service, poorly developed infrastructure, especially in mountainous areas, weak promotion of tourism products, etc.). It is shown that their decision will allow to bring this type of tourism to a higher level of economic development. It is recommended to emphasize the combination of traditional and innovative approaches in the system of recreational nature management, including ethno-cultural branding of recreation objects. The results of the study can be applied in the development of regional strategies for tourism development in the North-Eastern Caucasus, in the formation of regional and interregional tourism and recreation clusters.

THE MURMANSK REGION – THE OUTPOST OF RUSSIAN ARCTIC

The Murmansk oblast, which turned 85 years old in May 2023, is the northwestern outpost of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation. The Red Banner Order of Ushakov Northern Fleet is based on its territory, playing a major role in strengthening the country’s defense capability. The article is the first attempt to analyze the stage of the first stage of implementation of the tasks laid down in the draft 20 Strategy for Developing the Russian Arctic Zone and Ensuring National Security through 2035, in relation to the Murmansk region. The author notes that the region is characterized by active socio-economic development. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of the situation and development of the seaport of Murmansk, the Murmansk transport hub and the Northern Sea Route, closed administrative-territorial entities among with the issue of assistance to the participants of the military operation as well as their families. Another objects of analysis are: activities of the Center in the construction of large-tonnage offshore structures, development of transport, energy infrastructure, , modernization of airport facilities, development of fisheries, science, personnel training, as well as initiatives for the development of tourist and recreational clusters in the territories of the oblast

INDUSTRIAL TERRITORIES IN DNIPRO CITY: TRANSFORMATION STRATEGY INTO RECREATIONAL ASSETS

In the modern world, with increasing urbanization, efficient land use becomes critically important for the sustainable development of cities. The reorganization of outdated industrial territories emerges as a key direction in this process, requiring a combination of various approaches to preserve industrial function, reprofile enterprises, and adapt production to new conditions. This study is built upon a broad methodological foundation, encompassing both general scientific and specialized methods within the fields of architecture, urban planning, and urban studies. Specifically, methods such as literary, statistical, and cartographic analyses, synthesis, and generalization are employed for data collection and processing. Specialized methods, including experimental design, mental mapping, and phenomenological analysis, are also utilized to achieve the research objectives. A cluster approach was employed in developing the concept of spatial development for recreation on former industrial territories. Taking into account various factors such as economic opportunities, sociocultural factors, urban planning considerations, ecological and infrastructural requirements, as well as legal aspects, is crucial for the successful reorganization of industrial territories for recreational purposes. Achieving a balance among these factors enables the creation of resilient, functional, and culturally rich spaces that contribute to improving the quality of life for residents and the development of cities. The research encompasses a strategy for planning the reorganization of industrial territories for recreational use, which involves the identification and analysis of territorial potential and condition, planning functional transformations, architectural transformation, sustainability and ecological considerations, public participation, infrastructure transformations, economic resilience, multimodality, and adaptability. The cluster approach involves the formation of flexible entities enriched with innovative, dynamic spaces encompassing various functional zones, while preserving industrial heritage and creating green, environmentally sustainable spaces that align with the needs of modern society. Community engagement and project flexibility are key elements in creating inclusive and sustainable ecological spaces that enhance the quality of life and attract new visitors. The article analyzes the urban planning situation in the city of Dnipro, identifying shortcomings in the formation of industrial zones. The study emphasizes the need to develop strategies to address issues related to the placement of production zones in the city, which lead to limitations in territorial development and the fragmentation of the urban fabric. Based on this, a concept of a recreational cluster for industrial tourism within the industrial hub "Fabrichny" is developed, envisioning the transformation of industrial territory into recreational facilities. An analysis of the site revealed valuable architectural objects that could become the main attractors of the recreational cluster. These objects served as the basis for the development of a conceptual project for the considered area.

Development of digital solutions for organizing resort treatment

The paper defines the importance of resort treatment in Russia. It is established that the system is being reformed in terms of creating new recreational clusters and consolidating existing organizations by merging and modernizing them. All this complicates the structure of new organizations and increases the number of business processes. Effective management requires specialized software products that direct and monitor processes and resources of medical organizations; this substantiates the relevance of the work carried out. Using structural and mathematical analysis, quantitative and qualitative characteristics of key processes are established. Based on the results obtained, their formal model is developed and the concept of an information system is created. A description of the functional capabilities of the system and the categories of users to whom they are available is presented.

Modern Trends in the Design of Tourist Complexes in the Murmansk Region

The purpose of the study is to identify the main types of tourism of the tourist and recreational cluster of the Murmansk region, to consider the main factors influencing the formation of the direction of tourism infrastructure and to identify problems in the field of tourism development of the Kola Peninsula. Based on a comparison of functional blocks, the article examines approaches to the design of Arctic tourism complexes using the example of the northern parts of Scandinavian countries with similar climatic conditions of the Murmansk region. Identification of the features of Arctic territories that have characteristic natural, climatic and social features that influence the development of the tourism sector. Sub-clusters of the Murmansk region are characterized in terms of developing types of tourism, the number of accommodation facilities, and statistical data on tourist flows. The development of transport infrastructure, which plays a major role in the development of tourism on the Kola Peninsula, is considered. As part of the study, the largest and most popular tourist complexes in the Murmansk region were identified and analyzed.

КРЕАТИВНЫЙ КЛАСТЕР КАК ДРАЙВЕР РАЗВИТИЯ ТЕРРИТОРИЙ

Foreign and Russian practice proves that the development of tourism in territories that do not have a pronounced tourist potential is possible on the basis of an alternative approach, which is expressed in the creation of tourist attractors either «from scratch» or by transforming from objects that do not cause interest to the object of show through some conceptual idea. The paper uses the example of the concept of creation and development of tourist and recreational cluster «Agidel», located in the town of Agidel in the north-west of the Republic of Bash- kortostan, to substantiate the feasibility of its creation in the format of a creative cluster as an effective resource of socio-economic development, which can have a powerful multiplier effect on economic development, especially when it comes to mono-oriented cities. The concept of creating a tourist and recreational cluster involves the creation of a full-fledged art cluster, consisting of infrastructure and mechanism for creating art values and their placement in the city with the subsequent system of attracting tourists to view them.

Development of Meta-Geosystems of Tourist and Recreational Clusters

The study aims to find a key to the problem of managing cultural heritage systems in the example of the Temnikov-Sanaksar cluster located in Eastern Europe. This area is situated between the forest-steppe of the layered-tier Volga upland and the forest geosystems of the layered Oka-Don lowland. The article applies an interdisciplinary approach to solving the problem of optimizing inter-component relationships in the meta-geosystems of tourist and recreational clusters. The sustainable development of meta-geosystems should be based on multifactorial information support, which implements the most important condition for the effective economic development of landscapes through the formation of the regions’ spatial data infrastructure. In order to consistently optimize meta-geosystems of different hierarchical levels, it is necessary to solve several emerging issues, such as assessing the strength and nature of inter-component connections in geosystems, determination of factors describing the territorial variation of the properties of geosystems, interpreting and substantiation the semantics of the selected basic factors.

Development of Clusters in the Irkutsk Region in the Context of Import Substitution

The Irkutsk Region's economic growth in the context of import substitution requires modernizing industrial policy and developing a cluster system. Clusters can become a major factor of growth in the Irkutsk Region's economy. A cluster involves creating special conditions, assisting in funding and marketing the products of its member organizations. Cluster residents enjoy such benefits as tax preferences, support in the implementation of investment projects, and infrastructure provision in the form of technoparks. Introducing the cluster approach boosts efficiency of production and implementation of import substitution policies. The purpose of this study is to study special features of cluster formation in the Irkutsk region and the specifics of their functioning in the context of import substitution. The article studies the functioning features of the following clusters in the Irkutsk region: machinery, pharmaceutical, petrochemical, construction materials and technologies, Baikal cluster of light industry, agro-industrial, tourist and recreational clusters. The research methodology is based on a theoretical analysis of the main aspects of cluster development. The study analyzes the data on the development of clusters in the Irkutsk region. The problems of cluster development in the context of import substitution are outlined. The scientific novelty lies in identifying two approaches to the formation of clusters: one forming around an anchor resident and the other forming as a tandem of equivalent companies. It is proposed to expand the geography of sales by cluster companies via employment of anchor resident distribution centers in various territories. Interregional cooperation and establishing the Federal Center of Chemistry cluster are closely looked into. The relevance of a timber industry cluster and a cluster for the disposal of municipal solid waste in the Irkutsk region is substantiated.

ФОРМИРОВАНИЕ ТУРИСТСКОРЕКРЕАЦИОННОГО КЛАСТЕРА В РЕГИОНЕ: ЦЕЛЕСООБРАЗНОСТЬ И ПРОГНОЗ

The article assesses the feasibility of establishing a regional economic cluster. The assessment is tested for the tourism industry. It is based on a two-level classification system of Russian regions and simulation modeling. The classification made it possible to single out typological groups of regions with different industry orientations and to identify groups of different industry development levels. Simulation modeling required studying a number of indicators of the tourism industry and identifying patterns and processes occurring in it in a formalized form. Using built models, the results of the tourism industry between 2018–2027 were predicted. Along with that, the investments were provided for the establishment and development of a tourist and recreational cluster.

Effective mechanism for the region sustainable development based on a tourist cluster formation

The article is devoted to the analysis of key aspects of the region sustainable development based on the tourist cluster formation mechanism: the study of the infrastructure of the territory, the demand for tourist destinations in the region. The topic of the study is relevant, given the geopolitical tension and unstable situation in the international arena, the consequence of which was the introduction of restrictions on a number of foreign tourist destinations. The combination of foreign policy and economic factors gave a positive impetus for the development of domestic tourism. The object of the study is the tourism sector, as one of the key areas for increasing the region competitiveness and sustainability. The subject of the study is the mechanism for the formation of a tourist and recreational cluster on the example of the city. Zhigulevsk, Samara region. The purpose of the study is to analyze the key positions of the mechanism for forming a tourist cluster in the region. Research objectives: • study of the essence of the tourist and recreational cluster; • identification of key positions of the mechanism of effective formation of the tourist cluster; • study of the potential of the territory of the tourist and recreational cluster of the city of Zhigulevsk, Samara Region. Methodologists and research methods. The authors applied a systematic approach to the study of the mechanism of forming a tourist cluster in the region: analyzed the engineering infrastructure, transport infrastructure, as well as cultural and historical objects on the example of the tourist cluster of the city of Zhigulevsk, Samara region. The analysis of demand for services of the tourism sector of the Samara region was carried out using an online survey of consumers of this type of services, the results of which are presented using a graphical method. Degree of scientific development of the topic. The study of the process of forming a tourist and recreational cluster in the region is widely covered in scientific literature, affecting such areas of knowledge as sociology, economics, culture, history, ecology. The authors of the article analyze, on the one hand, the desires and opportunities of consumers of tourist services, on the other hand, the possibilities of a tourist and recreational cluster to meet the needs of tourists. The key to the effective formation of a tourist and recreational cluster is a comprehensive analysis of the tourist and recreational territory.

Development of the tourist and recreation cluster of The Murmansk Region (current state)

Development of the tourist and recreation cluster of The Murmansk Region (current state)

Methodological scheme of qualimetric assessment of recreational clusters


 
 
 The article deals with the application of qualimetric methods for assessing recreational and tourist potential on the example of an ecotourism cluster developed for natural and geographical and socio-economic conditions and resources of the Ukrainian Black Sea region. The properties of recreational and tourist potential can have different nature, different definitions, and be qualitative-descriptive, verbal, or quantitative (numerical). In qualimetric developments, properties should be comparable in the form of representation and magnitude of evaluation scales. The aim of the study is to develop a methodology for qualimetric assessment of recreational clusters. The theoretical and methodological basis is the fundamental principles and developments of recreational geography, tourism studies and qualimetry, as well as the author’s own developments. In the process of writing, general geographical methods were used, such as descriptive, comparative geographical, and qualimetric assessment methods. Characteristics and properties presented in verbal form can be shown as structural combinations and compounds of simpler indicators. Factors that form the recreational and tourist potential have different weights (significance), which requires an appropriate assessment. The overall assessment of recreational and tourist potential is a weighted average value of all its components, taking into account their weight. The available absolute natural indicators of conditions and resources of recreational and tourist potential are also transformed into qualimetric estimates. The general methodological scheme for assessing recreational clusters, specified according to the conditions and resources of ecotourism of the Black Sea region is represented by seven stages – from structuring a recreational cluster according to its components and levels of hierarchical organization, calculating indicators of the weight of properties and calculating criteria for prop- erties that form the corresponding quality, calculating qualimetric estimates for all primary units of recreational and tourist potential; a meaningful interpretation of the assessment of the recreational and tourist potential of a recreational cluster based on the criteria of properties and scales of the corresponding features and characteristics, as well as indicators of the weight of properties in the formation of recreational and tourist potential. The developed scheme should be considered as a methodological approach for the practical application of qualimetric assessments of recreational and tourist potential in recreational geography and tourism studies.
 
 

Strategy for the functioning of the tourist ecological and recreational cluster of rural areas of the Rostov region

The article discusses the main aspects of the strategy for the functioning of the tourist eco-recreational cluster in rural areas of the Rostov region. A review of the research base on which research related to the study of tourism clusters is based. The possibility of functioning of the ecological and recreational cluster is also substantiated, its functions and significance for the development of inbound and domestic tourism, the economy and the social sphere of rural areas are determined. The zoning of the territory of the Rostov region according to the prevailing types of emerging ecological and recreational clusters is proposed and the specifics of their activities in rural areas are indicated. The article also presents a typical scheme for the functioning of a tourist ecological and recreational cluster with the identification of the main relationships of objects of a different nature. The economic and social effect of the organization of ecological and recreational clusters in rural areas is shown.

ГАСТРОТУРИЗМ – АКТУАЛЬНИЙ НАПРЯМ РОЗВИТКУ СФЕРИ ТУРИЗМУ

In the conditions of transformation of global economic relations, international trade in services offers research and implementation of tourist services to meet the demand of various categories of consumers. Gastronomic tourism is one of the options for recreation in modern conditions. A feature of gastronomic tourism in Ukraine, as well as in the countries of cross-border cooperation, are authentic natural food products, which are the basis for creating unique local dishes and drinks. The article analyzes the mechanisms of the functioning of gastrotourism as an important element of the development of tourism at the current stage, researches the foreign and domestic experience of culinary tourism, types of gastronomic tours, as well as GIS technologies that provide an opportunity to effectively search for interesting gastronomic locations in a certain territory. The "Strategy for the development of tourism until 2030" and the creation of the Vinnytsia industry association of hospitality "Bread Salt" were considered, the Gastromap – a new tourist map of Vinnytsia, as well as architectural monuments, interesting attractions and museums, and the "Cherry menu" in food establishments of the city of Vinnytsia were analyzed. The strategy of tourism development in the Vinnytsia region was studied, and a project model of relations in the tourism and recreation cluster "Vinnytsia" was proposed. The article analyzes the real state of activity of restaurant enterprises during the large-scale in Ukraine. The directions of activity of this business segment were considered. Therefore, given the current situation the restaurant business should improve, modernize and, first of all, pay attention to solving safety issues both for staff and for consumers. The creation of a number of tourist and excursion routes will allow to harmoniously combine attractive conditions of rest and travel to fully satisfy the needs of the most demanding tourists. Vinnytsia has all the prerequisites for the intensive development of domestic and foreign tourism, namely: features of the geographical location and relief.

Justification for the Creation of a Tourist and Recreational Cluster for the Development of the Labor Potential of the Territory

Justification for the Creation of a Tourist and Recreational Cluster for the Development of the Labor Potential of the Territory

RECREATIONAL CLUSTER IN THE STRUCTURE OF DNIPRO

The relevance of the article is due to the search for new forms and methods of creating recreation that correspond to the time and social needs. In accordance with the method of experimental design, on the example of the territory of the industrial hub ‘Fabrychnyi’ (Dnipro), the rationality of using the cluster approach to the creation of recreational facilities was demonstrated.
 It is noted that the cluster is both a flexible structural unit of the regional system of recreation and tourism, and a self-sufficient form of territorial organization with its own system of connections and relations.
 The purpose of the project is to empty the territory from industrial buildings for recreation, as well as to redevelop industrial buildings of historical, architectural and aesthetic value into cultural ones. The main focus of the project is to create an exhibition and museum complex with an ‘open-air museum’ and develop pedestrian infrastructure in the park.
 The article considers the possibility of creating a recreational cluster, which will ensure certain continuity of natural framework, regarding its multi-vector formation in the urban structure. This connection of the recreational cluster with water area, will allow reestablishing a pedestrian and recreational framework in the city. It is established that the introduction of a cluster approach will contribute to the greening of the city, and will affect the modeling of ecological infrastructure.

The role of strategic master planning in the development of tourism and recreation in the Novosibirsk region

The purpose of this study is to analyze the application of the methodology of strategic master planning (territorial development strategy) in the field of recreation and tourism. The actual problems of organizational, economic and legal nature arising during strategic master planning are identified. The technology of master planning is analyzed, as well as the world and Russian experience in creating strategic master plans in the field of tourism and recreation. Despite the fact that this technique is intended to clarify the master plans of cities, it has recently also been used at the regional level for the spatial development of tourism, including the creation of tourist and recreational clusters. The article discusses the features of the development of master plans for the development of tourism in the Novosibirsk region. The master plan makes it possible to take into account not only the interests of the main participants in planning the socio-economic development of regions (government bodies), but also business structures and the local population (consumers of tourist services). In the modern sense, the master plan for tourism development is a strategic planning tool that is located at the junction between the master plan, socio-economic and spatial development strategies. The master plan is necessary to visualize the concept of using the resource potential of the territories, contributes to the creation of favorable conditions for the development of tourism and recreation.

Формирование стратегии «Туристско-рекреационного кластера перспективного развития – Междуреченск»

Introduction. The Tourism and Recreation Cluster of Promising Development – Mezhdurechensk is a relevant project for the Mezhdurechensk urban district. The Cluster needs a good organizational and functional structure, as well as a clear division of operational functions and management tasks. The project aims at diversifying the economy of Kuzbass and overcoming the region’s dependence on the industrial sector, as well as the problem of single-industry towns. Study objects and methods. The article focuses on the following local points of attraction: the city of Mezhdurechensk, the Yugus and Syrkashi mountain complex, Podnebesnye Zubya mountain range, the Black Salan mountains, the Megaliths of Izygash and Kuylyum near Orton village, and the ethnovillage of Studeniy Plyos. The research involved the complex, system, comparative, cartographic, and ecological analyses, as well as the method of OTSW analysis. The latter revealed the opportunities, threats, strengths, and weaknesses of the project. Results and discussion. The authors followed the strategizing methodology of the scientific school developed by V.L. Kvint, Foreign Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences. They proposed strategizing measures for the Mezhdurechensk Cluster based on a detailed analysis of municipal, regional, and federal programs and strategies of tourism development. If managed properly, the Cluster will bring in various economic benefits, thus increasing the competitive advantage of the area and improving the positive image of the Mezhdurechensk urban district. Conclusion. The new strategy will improve the local supporting and servicing infrastructure, as well as diversify the local mining-based economy and human capital, which are important for the strategic development of tourism and recreation. The article is addressed to experts in the fields of tourism, hospitality, branding, and territorial marketing.

The influence of cadastral and land management works on the tourist and recreational potential of the land and property complex (by example of the tourist and recreational cluster «Plyos»)

This article discusses the existing and improved methods for determining the tourist and recreational potential based on indicators affecting the recreational cluster. It is proposed to include cadastral and land management works taking into account the increasing coefficients in determining the recreational potential to increase the efficiency of managing land and other resources of the cluster, improve investment attractiveness, and develop the system of land relations and the tourist and recreational industry in general.