The month of September benefited from significantly fewer bookings at hotels and guesthouses in Romania, one of the possible reasons being the earlier start of the school year.
While school traditionally begins in the third week of September, in 2019 school started on September 9, which led Romanian tourists to cancel their vacation plans for the second week of September.
The most requested tourist regions in Romania during this period are the mountain areas (Brasov and Prahova Valley), the Transylvania region (Sibiu, Sighisoara), the spa resorts (Sovata, Baile Felix, Baile Herculane), but also the resorts on the Romanian seaside: Mamaia and Eforie Nord.
Despite vacation prices being up to 20% lower in September compared to August, families avoid traveling after the start of the school year.
Source: Profit
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did hotel bookings decrease in September?
The primary reason was the earlier start of the school year, which caused families to cancel vacation plans for the second week of the month.
Which Romanian regions are most popular in September?
Popular destinations include the mountains (Brasov, Valea Prahovei), Transylvania (Sibiu, Sighisoara), spa resorts, and the Black Sea coast.
Are vacations cheaper in September than in August?
Yes, vacation prices in September are typically up to 20% lower than those in August.