The travel agency Paralela 45 estimates a 20% increase in sales for the 2017 season, as demand for vacations with a budget of over EUR 1,000 per family is one-third higher than last year, with most being purchased during the early booking period.
At the same time, sales of all-inclusive packages at 5-star hotels have increased by 15%, and the most popular destinations for which vacations at this budget were purchased are Spain, Greece, Antalya, Romania, Bulgaria, and Croatia.
Over 25% of bookings are made online, with online payment, including through the installment system. One in six clients prefers paying for their vacation in installments, while 60% pay in cash.
The most sought-after charter flight destinations this summer are Greece, with a 23% increase, Spain with 20%, Turkey with 18%, and Portugal with 10%, followed closely by Croatia and Italy.
Among the destinations with self-drive transport, the most popular are Romania, Bulgaria, Greece with the Ionian Coast, the Olympic Riviera and the Aegean Sea islands, Albania, and Montenegro.
Source: Profit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the estimated growth for Paralela 45 in 2017?
The travel agency estimates a 20% increase in turnover for the 2017 season compared to the previous year.
Which destinations are most popular for charter flights?
Greece, Spain, Turkey, and Portugal are the top charter destinations, with Greece seeing the highest growth at 23%.
How do customers prefer to pay for their vacations?
While 60% of customers pay in cash, over 25% of bookings are made online, and one in six clients chooses to pay in installments.