Last year, tourism in Tulcea County recorded losses of EUR 17.55 million, as the number of visitors to the county was 29% lower than the previous year due to the health crisis, according to the Danube Delta Tourism Destination Management Association (AMDTDD).
The president of AMDTDD, Catalin Tibuleac, stated that last year, 119,019 tourists arrived in the county, 29% fewer than in 2019, when 168,412 tourists were recorded, but approximately 15% more than in 2017, when the county was visited by 100,430 people. The industry’s largest losses in the county were recorded in river cruise tourism, as over 95% of the ships scheduled to arrive in the county last year canceled their arrivals due to the pandemic.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did Tulcea’s tourism industry lose in 2020?The tourism sector in Tulcea County recorded losses of approximately EUR 17.55 million in 2020 due to the health crisis.
What was the percentage decrease in tourist numbers compared to 2019?The number of tourists decreased by 29% compared to 2019, falling from 168,412 to 119,019 visitors.
Which tourism sector was most affected in Tulcea?The river cruise tourism sector was the hardest hit, with over 95% of scheduled arrivals being canceled due to the pandemic.