Summer tourism in Austria is not yet in full swing this year. “There is no real uniform mood – basically, June was weaker than last year for everyone, with a few exceptions,” said State Secretary for Tourism Susanne Kraus-Winkler (ÖVP). However, the traditionally busiest month of the season, August, is yet to come. People are saving and many are using their existing travel budget for a vacation by the sea.
Since mid-July, there has been no dissatisfaction in domestic accommodation providers, but the industry is feeling that people are saving and consuming less, says Kraus-Winkler. “And let’s not forget the cheap flights – there is a tendency to fly to the Mediterranean.” Turkey and Greece are very popular destinations again this year. In general, Austrians tend to go to the seaside in June and July, and in August they prefer to vacation in their own country. According to the tourism expert, domestic hotels, guest houses and vacation apartments are also expecting “a good booking situation” for September and October.
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Source: Nachrichten
