According to a study conducted by PayPal and GFK, 73% of Romanians use the internet during their vacation, while 48% of them consider that the online environment offers significant help when planning their holidays.
70% of Romanian tourists go online to search for holiday offers, and 68% look for detailed information regarding the destinations they are traveling to. At the same time, a Wi-Fi connection is the most important factor for 19% of Romanians when choosing their accommodation.
On the other hand, although cash is still preferred during vacations, online payments are also gaining popularity: although a limited number of Romanians use
8% of study participants use PayPal for various expenses and 8% use it for accommodation costs.
Also, 30% of Romanians who participated in the study intend to use PayPal in the future for vacation-related expenses.
According to the same study, only 32% of Romanians have already been on vacation this year, 19% are waiting for September holiday discounts, and 10% intend to take their vacation between October and December.
The internet is an important tool for Romanian tourists – 38% of them consider the internet of crucial importance for planning vacations and 42% use it during the trip or vacation.
Furthermore, the internet is irreplaceable when it comes to searching for holiday offers at the best possible prices. Additionally, the internet is used to search for detailed information about the holiday destination.
The most attractive vacation for 31% of Romanians is a relaxing one, followed by health-benefit holidays – 17% and sunny vacations – 12%.
Romanians mainly prefer to stay in hotels – 40%, but rented apartments – 23% and friends’ homes – 12% are also among the top preferences.
When it comes to choosing the exact place to spend the holiday, the most important factor continues to be price – 85%, and good online reviews/recommendations – 67%.
At the same time, Wi-Fi connections are the most important factor in selecting accommodation for over 59% of Romanians.
The most popular method of travel is by car, chosen by 63% of tourists, while the next preference is the plane – 17%.
Romanians choose their airlines and flights mainly based on price – 94%, baggage policy – 83%, and the range of destinations – 76%.
Source: Mediafax
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Romanians use the internet to plan their holidays?
According to the study, 70% of Romanian tourists use the internet to search for holiday offers, and 48% consider it a significant help in the planning process.
What are the most important factors for Romanians when choosing accommodation?
The most critical factors are price (85%), positive online reviews and recommendations (67%), and the availability of a Wi-Fi connection (59%).
What types of vacations are most popular among Romanians?
Relaxation trips are the top choice for 31% of Romanians, followed by health-focused holidays (17%) and sunny destinations (12%).