Travel behavior
In 2022, about 60 percent of Poles planned a vacation ofor at least two days. The majority of Poles who were going on vacation in 2022 spent between 2,500 and 5,000 zloty on holiday trips and activities. As for travel destinations, Europe remains the most preferred destination. In 2021, Poles were most likely to travel to Italy and Croatia. The most popular region for domestic trips was Pomerania and Lesser Poland.The COVID-19 pandemic has revised the holiday plans of Poles. Therefore, the year 2021 will be marked by trips across Poland organized independently rather than by a travel agency. The majority of the population, tired of restrictions and lockdown, have also changed their attitude towards leisure. Poles are planning to relax away from the crowds and in smaller groups than usual.
COVID-19 impact on tourism
When the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak occurred in Europe, Poland and other European countries closed their borders to foreign tourists. In March 2020, the number of tourists accommodated in tourist facilities in Poland decreased by 61 percent compared to the same period last year. With the gradual lifting of restrictions in the hotel industry, the progressive vaccination campaign, almost half of Poles are planning a vacation in 2021. At the same time last year, only one in three respondents did so. After the coronavirus pandemic, more than 70 percent of Poles plan to spend up to three thousand zloty on holidays. According to Statista forecast, international tourism is expected to recover and return to pre-pandemic levels by 2024.
