Arrivals recorded in tourist reception structures in July 2020 totaled 917.8 thousand, a decrease of 44.4% compared to those in July 2019. Of these, arrivals of Romanian tourists represented 96.7%, while foreign tourists represented 3.3%.
Regarding the arrivals of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe, 88.7% of the total foreign tourists, the vast majority being from countries belonging to the European Union.
Overnight stays recorded in tourist reception structures in July 2020 totaled 2436.5 thousand, a decrease of 44.7% compared to those in July 2019. Of these, overnight stays of Romanian tourists represented 97.3%, while overnight stays of foreign tourists represented 2.7%.
Regarding the overnight stays of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe, 88.1% of the total foreign tourists, the vast majority being from
countries belonging to the European Union.
The average length of stay in July 2020 was 2.7 days for Romanian tourists and 2.2 days for foreign tourists.
The net occupancy rate of accommodation places in July 2020 was 28.8% for total tourist accommodation structures, a decrease of 17% compared to July 2019. Higher occupancy rates in July 2020 were recorded in bungalows – 35%, hotels – 32.9%, tourist chalets – 30%, campsites – 27.4%, tourist villas – 26.8%, accommodation spaces on ships – 25.8%, tourist stops – 24.6%, and agritourism pensions – 22.1%.
Arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, recorded at border points, were 494.3 thousand in July 2020, a decrease of 69% compared to July 2019. Road and air transport means were the most used for arrivals from abroad, representing 84.5% and 13%, respectively, of the total number of arrivals.
Departures of Romanian visitors abroad, recorded at border points, were 874.7 thousand in July 2020, a decrease of 63.8% compared to July 2019. Road and air transport means were the most used for departures abroad, representing 75.8% and 23.6%, respectively, of the total number of departures.
Arrivals recorded in tourist reception structures in the period January – July 2020 totaled 3066 thousand, a decrease of 57.8% compared to the same period in 2019. Of these, arrivals of Romanian tourists represented 89.3%, while foreign tourists represented 10.7%.
Regarding the arrivals of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe – 76% of total foreign tourists, and of these, 73.5% were from countries belonging to the European Union.
Overnight stays recorded in tourist reception structures in the period January – July 2020 totaled 6716.5 thousand, a decrease of 57.5% compared to the same period in 2019. Of these, overnight stays of Romanian tourists represented 89.4%, while overnight stays of foreign tourists
represented 10.6%.
Regarding the overnight stays of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe – 74.4% of total foreign tourists, and of these, 72.4% were from countries belonging to the European Union.
The average length of stay in the period January – July 2020 was 2.2 days for both Romanian and foreign tourists.
The net occupancy rate of accommodation places in the period January – July 2020 was 22% for total tourist accommodation structures, a decrease of 9.8% compared to the period January – July 2019.
Higher occupancy rates were recorded in bungalows – 31.1%, hotels – 25.8%, campsites – 22%, accommodation spaces on ships – 21.3%, tourist villas – 20%, tourist chalets – 18.7%, hostels – 17.1%, and tourist pensions – 16.2%.
Arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, recorded at border points, in the analyzed period were 3219.2 thousand, a decrease of 54.9% compared to the same period last year.
Road and air transport means were the most used for arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, representing 80.4% and 17%, respectively, of the total number of arrivals.
Departures of Romanian visitors abroad, recorded at border points, in the analyzed period were 5995.7 thousand, a decrease of 52.3% compared to the same period in 2019. Road and air transport means were the most used for departures abroad, representing 69.9% and 29.5%, respectively, of the total number of departures.
Frequently Asked Questions
By how much did tourist arrivals decrease in July 2020?Arrivals in tourist reception structures fell by 44.4% compared to July 2019, totaling 917.8 thousand.
What was the average length of stay for Romanian tourists?In July 2020, the average length of stay for Romanian tourists was 2.7 days, while for foreign tourists it was 2.2 days.
Which type of accommodation had the highest occupancy rate?Bungalows recorded the highest net occupancy rate at 35%, followed by hotels at 32.9%.