In the first three months of this year, the total number of non-residents staying in collective tourist accommodation structures was 414 thousand, and their total expenditures amounted to 1,111.4 million RON.
The main reason for the stay was business, participation in congresses, conferences, courses, fairs, and exhibitions (63.3% of the total number of non-resident tourists), with their expenditures representing 64.0% of the total.
The second reason for the stay spent by non-residents in Romania was private travel (36.7% of the total number of non-resident tourists), with vacation travel standing out among these (61.7%).
Of the total business expenditures, the largest share is represented by accommodation costs – 54.5%, with accommodation including breakfast being preferred – 93.7%.
Non-resident tourists’ expenditures in restaurants and bars were 16.5%, and those for shopping represented 12.8%. Of the total shopping expenditures, 37.6% represented expenditures for purchasing food and beverages, followed by expenditures for purchasing gifts and souvenirs at 32.7%.
Car rental expenditures accounted for 64.1% of total transport expenditures, and expenditures for entry tickets to museums, tourist attractions, and zoological/botanical gardens represented 40.5% of total recreation expenditures.
Of the total non-residents arriving in Romania, 48.3% organized their stay through travel agencies, while 29% organized their stay themselves.
The main means of transport used by non-resident tourists to arrive in Romania was the airplane – 78.3% of the total number of tourists, followed by private cars – 13.1%, coaches and buses with 7.9%, and other means – 0.7%.
Source: Economica
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the total spending of non-resident tourists in Romania in Q1?
Non-resident tourists staying in collective accommodation structures spent a total of 1,111.4 million RON during the first quarter of the year.
What was the primary reason for non-residents visiting Romania?
Business travel, including participation in congresses, conferences, and fairs, was the main reason, accounting for 63.3% of all non-resident tourists.
How did most non-resident tourists travel to Romania?
The airplane was the preferred means of transport, used by 78.3% of the total number of non-resident tourists.