The National Authority for Tourism (ANT) estimates that approximately 100,000 Russian tourists will visit Romania this year.
ANT, ANAT, and over 20 Romanian tour operators specializing in incoming tourism were part of an official delegation to Moscow to negotiate contracts for bringing Russian tourists to Romania.
The President of ANT, Anca Pavel Nedea, stated that tourist traffic from Russia to Romania is currently around 30,000.
The official believes that Romania can exploit an opportunity, given that Russian tourists are no longer vacationing in Turkey or Egypt.
Source: Mediafax
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Russian tourists are expected in Romania?
The National Authority for Tourism estimates that 100,000 Russian tourists will visit Romania this year.
Why is there an expected increase in Russian tourists?
The increase is expected because Russian tourists are shifting away from traditional destinations like Turkey and Egypt.
What actions is Romania taking to attract these tourists?
A delegation of ANT, ANAT, and over 20 tour operators recently visited Moscow to negotiate incoming tourism contracts.