It was proposed to extend the experience of the Vologda region in the development of tourist services to other regions of Russia. At a meeting of the Committee of the State Council of the Russian Federation in the direction of "international cooperation and export", regional methods of attracting foreign tourists were considered. Among the initiatives presented are projects of the Vologda region. Deputy Governor Vitaly Kobilnikov spoke about the development of gastronomic tourism, the creation of cultural and information spaces abroad and plans to establish a special economic zone "Veliki Ustyug - the birthplace of Father Frost". Special attention was paid to the work of the Vologda Cultural and Tourism Center in St. Petersburg. Following the meeting, the region's experience was recommended for use in other regions of the country. The work is in line with the goals of the national project "Tourism and Hospitality", initiated by Russian President Vladimir Putin.