Arrivals recorded in tourist reception structures in August 2020 totaled 1,301.4 thousand, a decrease of 30.4% compared to August 2019. Of these, 97.5% represented arrivals of Romanian tourists and 2.5% represented arrivals of foreign tourists.
Regarding the arrivals of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe – 87.3% of the total foreign tourists, and of these, 79.8% were from European Union countries.
Overnight stays recorded in tourist reception structures in August 2020 totaled 3,446.9 thousand, a decrease of 31.8% compared to August 2019. Of these, 98% represented overnight stays of Romanian tourists, and 2% represented overnight stays of foreign tourists.
Regarding the overnight stays of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe – 87.4% of the total foreign tourists, and of these, 79.7% were from European Union countries.
The average length of stay in August 2020 was 2.7 days for Romanian tourists and 2.2 days for foreign tourists.
The net occupancy rate of accommodation places in August 2020 was 39.1% for total tourist accommodation structures, a decrease of 13% compared to August 2019. Higher occupancy rates in August 2020 were recorded in hotels – 44.6%, accommodation on ships – 42.4%, tourist chalets – 39.2%, tourist villas – 37.6%, bungalows – 37%, tourist stops – 32.9%, agritourism guesthouses – 31.8%, and campsites – 31.3%.
Arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, recorded at border points, were 490.3 thousand in August 2020, a decrease of 71.2% compared to August 2019. Road and air transport were the most used for arrivals from abroad, representing 86.4% and 11.2%, respectively, of the total number of arrivals.
Departures of Romanian visitors abroad, recorded at border points, were 982.2 thousand in August 2020, a decrease of 73% compared to August 2019. Road and air transport were the most used for departures abroad, representing 69.8% and 29.8%, respectively, of the total number of departures.
Arrivals recorded in tourist reception structures in the period January – August 2020 totaled 4,367.4 thousand, a decrease of 52.2% compared to the same period last year. Of these, 91.7% represented arrivals of Romanian tourists, and 8.3% represented arrivals of foreign tourists.
Regarding the arrivals of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe – 77% of the total foreign tourists, and of these, 74.1% were from European Union countries.
Overnight stays recorded in tourist reception structures in the period January – August 2020 totaled 10,163.4 thousand, a decrease of 51.3% compared to the same period last year. Of these, 92.3% represented overnight stays of Romanian tourists, and 7.7% represented overnight stays of foreign tourists.
Regarding the overnight stays of foreign tourists in tourist reception structures, the largest share was held by those from Europe – 75.6% of the total foreign tourists, and of these, 73.1% were from European Union countries.
The average length of stay in the period January – August 2020 was 2.3 days for Romanian tourists and 2.2 days for foreign tourists.
The net occupancy rate of accommodation places in the first eight months of this year was 25.9% for total tourist accommodation structures, a decrease of 9.2% compared to the same period in 2019. Higher occupancy rates were recorded in bungalows – 33.6%, accommodation on ships – 30.4%, hotels – 30%, campsites – 25.9%, tourist chalets – 5.7%, tourist villas – 24.2%, hostels, tourist stops, and agritourism guesthouses – each with 18.9%.
Arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, recorded at border points, were 3,709.5 thousand in the period January – August 2020, a decrease of 58.1% compared to the same period last year. Road and air transport were the most used for arrivals of foreign visitors to Romania, representing 81.2% and 16.2%, respectively, of the total number of arrivals.
Departures of Romanian visitors abroad, recorded at border points, were 6,977.9 thousand in the analyzed period, a decrease of 56.9% compared to the same period in 2019. Road and air transport were the most used for departures abroad, representing 69.9% and 29.5%, respectively, of the total number of departures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the decline in tourist arrivals in August 2020?Tourist arrivals in August 2020 decreased by 30.4% compared to August 2019, totaling 1,301.4 thousand.
Which accommodation types performed best in terms of occupancy?Hotels recorded an occupancy rate of 44.6%, followed by accommodation on ships at 42.4% and tourist chalets at 39.2%.
How did international travel for Romanians change in the first eight months of 2020?Romanian departures abroad fell by 56.9% between January and August 2020 compared to the same period in 2019.