State and development trends of tourism in Spain in the current context

Article reviews the development trends of the tourism market in Spain and the role of tourism in the country's economy, also the statistics of the international tourism market in the context of cooperation between Spain and Russia are presented. Spain is one of the largest centers of international tourism. By the number of tourists and tourism income, the country occupies a leading position. Intercultural communication, the exchange of values, and the study of the culture of other countries are carried out within the tourism industry. It allows to influence international processes. Despite certain political difficulties in relations between the Russian Federation and European countries, the issues of their socio-economic cooperation have not lost their relevance, and tourism is a significant and relevant factor in the effective development of interstate dialogue.