European and Polish travel price drops extend to autumn

The summer‑season price decline that began in March has continued into late August, with Travelist.pl still offering six‑night stays for as little as 300 zł per day in Seville and comparable rates in Liberec, Budapest and other core destinations. A new “Summer Black Weeks” promotion on the platform pushes hotel discounts up to 77 % across Spain, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Montenegro, Slovakia, Croatia and Italy.

September travel now presents an additional cost advantage, with price reductions of up to 500 zł per person versus July‑August rates. The cheapest September stays are reported in Polish seaside towns such as Jarosławiec and mountain resorts like Szczyrk, while the same European markets retain low nightly prices. Recent industry data indicates that hotel stays in September can be 30% to 36% cheaper than in August, contributing to substantial year-over-year growth in bookings for September and October.

As of late August, Polish travelers are increasingly opting for the ‘shoulder season,’ with significant rises in bookings for September and October. Industry data suggests that traveling during these months can be 20% to 36% cheaper than the summer peak, potentially saving a two-person household between 3,000 and 4,500 PLN. Popular international destinations for these autumn trips include Turkey, Egypt, and Greece, followed by Spain and Tunisia, with growing interest in the Balkans, specifically Montenegro and Bulgaria.

Domestically, Polish tourists continue to favor the Baltic Sea and mountain regions. In the Tricity area (Gdańsk, Sopot, Gdynia), tourism remains strong despite seasonal shifts, having seen summer hotel occupancy rates reach as high as 90-95%. Trends also show a rise in short-term ‘city break’ trips and last-minute bookings.