Tour operator Paralela45 is opening a new agency in the AFI Cotroceni shopping center in Bucharest at the beginning of August, making it the capital’s third location situated in a mall. The project represents the ninth agency inaugurated by the company in shopping centers over the last seven months, amid network expansion following its merger with Rainbow Tours, a process finalized in May 2025.
The new location will operate with four travel consultants. Currently, Paralela45 operates 43 owned and franchised agencies across 30 cities in Romania, supported by a team of 180 consultants—a figure the company plans to increase by 120% over the next three years. Since December 2025, expansion into shopping centers has targeted cities such as Bucharest, Ploiești, Craiova, Brașov, Timișoara, and Oradea. To mark the opening in AFI Cotroceni, the first 50 customers will receive €50 booking vouchers, alongside a referral voucher of equal value.
For the 2026 season, Turkey remains the top choice among tourists, followed by Greece, Montenegro, Portugal, and Egypt. Starting prices for holidays are €527 per person for Egypt (4-star hotel, all-inclusive), €574 for Antalya (5 stars, all-inclusive), €611 for Faro (4 stars), €612 for Heraklion (4 stars, half board), and €762 for Montenegro (4 stars, all-inclusive). Charter tours in Portugal start from €1,070 per person. Amid an increase in last-minute bookings, the company introduced the flexiGO option, which allows rescheduling holidays without penalties up to 30 days prior to departure. Additionally, for the period between November 2026 and March 2027, the tour operator scheduled nearly 80 direct charter flights to exotic destinations in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Thailand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, and Kenya, estimating a volume of approximately 17,000 tourists, with rates starting from €1,181 per person.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Paralela45’s new agency located?
The new agency is located in the AFI Cotroceni shopping center in Bucharest.
What promotions are available for the AFI Cotroceni opening?
The first 50 customers will receive a €50 booking voucher and a €50 referral voucher.
What is the flexiGO option offered by Paralela45?
flexiGO is an option that allows travelers to reschedule their holiday without penalties up to 30 days before departure.