This year’s summer season brought up to 12% more tourists to the Romanian Black Sea coast, partly due to investments made in recent years by hoteliers, which led to an increase in the quality of tourist services and the expansion of beaches, and partly due to the international context, which determined a larger number of Romanians to spend their vacations in domestic destinations.
July and August were the most requested months on the Romanian coast, with demand targeting both average stays of 4 days and weekends, according to a press release from the National Association of Travel Agencies.
Overall, the estimated value increase for the entire season, compared to last summer, is approximately 18%.
Alin Burcea, President of the National Association of Travel Agencies, ANAT, stated that based on the information held, the occupancy rate increased by 8-12% compared to last summer.
The priority for the 2017 season is to increase vacation sales on the coast, implicitly the occupancy rate for the months of May, June, and September.
Source: Economica
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the increase in tourism on the Romanian coast?
The growth was driven by hotel investments, improved service quality, beach expansions, and an international context favoring domestic travel.
Which months were the most popular for tourists?
July and August were the busiest months, with high demand for both 4-day stays and weekend trips.
What are the objectives for the 2017 summer season?
The main priority is to boost occupancy rates during the shoulder months of May, June, and September.