According to a study conducted in July 2015 by the hotel booking platform HotelGuru.ro, the majority of Romanians research and book their summer vacations online.
Approximately 72% of respondents stated that they trust online booking sites, and 44% of them access between 2 and 5 such sites to read reviews of the places where they want to spend their vacation.
The majority of Romanian tourists prefer to travel in the summer, and the top preferred destinations include Romania, Greece, or Turkey.
Vacations to neighbors in Bulgaria have decreased in popularity, with only 3% of respondents wishing to go on a summer vacation on the Bulgarian coast.
42% of respondents stated that they go on vacation only once a year, while 13% of Romanians claim they go on holiday whenever they find a special offer.
Regarding the time spent planning a stay, the average time is between 1 and 3 months for 29% of respondents, while 21% of them state that they plan their holiday half a year in advance.
The preferred means of transport for travel abroad is the airplane, preferred by 46% of respondents, while 38% say they prefer to travel by personal car. 15% specified that they prefer the coach.
Approximately 60% of participants said that the budget allocated for a vacation day in Romania is between 100 and 200 RON/person, while 43% of respondents believe that a double budget, between 200 and 400 RON/person, is sufficient for a vacation abroad.
The duration of a vacation in Romania does not differ from that of a vacation abroad: between 3 and 6 nights.
Over 68% of respondents stated that the architecture of the places they visit is a very important criterion in choosing tourist destinations.
The study was conducted on a sample of 1,930 respondents from Romania, who participated online in completing the questionnaire between 29.07.2015 – 12.08.2015.
Source: Daily Business
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Romanians plan their vacations?
Most Romanians use online booking platforms to research and book their trips, with 72% trusting these sites and many checking multiple sources for reviews.
What are the top travel destinations for Romanians?
The most popular summer destinations are Romania, Greece, and Turkey, while interest in the Bulgarian coast has significantly declined.
What is the average budget for a Romanian tourist?
For domestic travel, the daily budget is typically 100-200 RON per person, while for international trips, it doubles to 200-400 RON.