The total number of non-residents staying in collective tourist accommodation structures in the first 9 months of 2018 was 2,211,700, and their expenses exceeded 5.236 billion RON, according to data centralized by the National Institute of Statistics.
Non-resident tourists arriving in Romania for business purposes spent 3.185 billion RON. Of the total business expenses, the largest share is represented by accommodation costs (52.2%), with bed and breakfast accommodation being particularly preferred (91.2%).
Non-resident tourists’ spending in restaurants and bars was 17.3%, while shopping accounted for 12.6%. Of the total shopping expenses, 39.4% represented spending on food and beverages, followed by spending on gifts and souvenirs (36.8%).
Car rental expenses accounted for 49.2% of total transport costs, and expenses for access to amusement parks, fairs, casinos, and slot machine halls represented 39.5% of total recreation expenses.
Source: Profit
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did non-resident tourists spend in Romania in the first 9 months of 2018?
Non-resident tourists spent over 5.236 billion RON during this period.
How many non-resident tourists visited Romania in this timeframe?
A total of 2,211,700 non-residents were accommodated in collective tourist structures.
What was the primary expenditure for business travelers?
Accommodation represented the largest share of business travel expenses at 52.2%, with a strong preference for bed and breakfast options.