Bucharest, February 6. Love is in the air, and Romanians are fully embracing the romantic season! Couples in Romania are choosing to celebrate love in some of the most enchanting destinations in the world. Kiwi.com, a leader in the travel-tech industry, has analyzed the trends for this period and reveals how Romanians are planning their romantic getaways.
Interest in travel during the Valentine’s Day weekend is on the rise, with 37% of bookings made by Romanians being for couples looking to celebrate love abroad. Paris, the “City of Love,” takes the top spot in the preferences of lovers, with a 36.8% increase in bookings. Moreover, the Bucharest-Paris route ranks in the top three in Europe for couples traveling during this period, proving that for Romanians, romance and the Eiffel Tower go hand in hand. Milan follows closely, with a 31.5% increase in bookings, while London is becoming increasingly popular, with a 14.3% rise.
Romanians prefer short but memorable getaways, with 57% opting for trips lasting a maximum of three days, according to Kiwi.com data. The busiest departure date is February 13, the perfect time for lovers to wake up on Valentine’s Day in a fairytale European city. Those who choose to extend their vacation stay for an average of four days, giving them more time for romantic walks along the Seine, candlelit dinners in Milan, or exploring the spectacular architecture of London. The average price paid by Romanians for flight tickets was €122.3.
Love not only takes Romanians abroad but also brings tourists to Romania! Couples from Italy and the UK have chosen to spend Valentine’s Day in the country, with Bucharest becoming their preferred destination. Most of them will arrive on February 14 and spend four days in the capital, ready to discover the charm of the city. On average, foreign tourists paid €129.42 for tickets to Romania.
At the European level, Spain, Italy, and France remain the top preferences for romantic getaways, with cities like Rome, Paris, and Barcelona among the most popular destinations. Travelers from Spain and the UK lead the rankings for bookings during this period, showing great enthusiasm for an idyllic vacation.
As Valentine’s Day approaches, one thing is certain: Romanians love to travel and celebrate their love in style, choosing Kiwi.com as their trusted partner for the best travel deals.
