High temperatures cause visitor record at Leisurelands recreational beaches

Summer is not over yet, but the beaches in Gelderland are receiving more visitors than ever before. Thanks to the sunny weather, approximately 3,5 million people have flocked to Leisurelands' recreational areas so far. In recent years, in Gelderland...

ING Analysis: Hospitality sector just won't grow

The hospitality sector (including accommodation) has shown a stagnation in growth since 2024. Volume growth is expected to fail to materialize this year and next year. This is evident from an analysis by ING. Hospitality prices will rise by an average of 5% in 2026...

Higher VAT primarily leads to shorter stays at Dutch holiday parks

The higher VAT on overnight stays is putting pressure on the holiday budgets of many Dutch people. Research by Summio Parcs among nearly 2.800 Dutch people shows that four out of ten expect to go on shorter holidays or cut back on luxury and...

Kick-off of the renewal of walking offerings in the province of Antwerp

With the commencement of site works and the launch of the information campaign De Wandelwissel, the renewal of the walking offerings in the province of Antwerp is now truly getting underway. Quality, distribution, variety, and experience are paramount. The first adjustments to...

Pioneer 'Race Planet Amsterdam' closes its doors after more than 30 years.

Race Planet Amsterdam will permanently close its doors on November 1, 2026. This marks the end, after more than 30 years, of a unique and iconic location for the Dutch indoor karting and leisure sector (Family Entertainment Center). The venue was still...

NKC: These are the best campsites and motorhome pitches of 2026

NKC Campercontact announces the winners of the Camper Locations of the Year 2026. In seven European countries, the best-rated motorhome pitch and campsite per country have been named winners, based entirely on the reviews that motorhome owners... over the past year.

Chamber of Commerce: number of fitness centers more than doubled in nine years

Figures from the Chamber of Commerce show that the number of fitness centers in the Netherlands has more than doubled in the past nine years: from 6.738 in 2017 to 13.998 in 2026. The growth is visible throughout the Netherlands. All provinces have more fitness centers...

New seagrass aquarium at Burgers' Zoo contributes to nature conservation

Education and support for nature conservation are increasingly important pillars of zoo objectives. By adding the world's largest seagrass aquarium, Royal Burgers' Zoo aims to draw attention to this vulnerable underwater ecosystem. There is also a scientific program linked to...

Marvilla Parks establishes quality levels for a broader range of mobile homes

Marvilla Parks operates almost exclusively with static caravans and mobile homes at its Dutch campsites. By offering different quality levels, parent company European Camping Group aims to allow guests to choose between an entry-level model and more luxurious accommodations.

Tourist coastal towns have the highest density of fast food establishments.

6 August 2026
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The number of fast food establishments in the Netherlands has increased by 88% since 2007. The supply per capita is particularly high in coastal municipalities, on the Wadden Islands, and in other tourist locations. The figures show how strongly visitor flows help determine the local hospitality offering.

All 25 safety regions scaled up to phase 2 for wildfire risk.

Currently, 'Phase 2' applies to the risk of wildfires in all 25 Dutch safety regions. Recreationists and recreation businesses are asked to exercise vigilance regarding fire hazards. In Phase 2, areas are not closed off. In Venray, there is a nature reserve of 100 hectares...

Le Brasilia in France reopens after devastating wildfire

Less than three months ago, during a road trip through the South of France, I (ed. Richard Otten) drove past various campsites in the Occitanie and Languedoc regions. The conversations were inspiring regarding the future of the leisure sector. How do you remain distinctive? How do you...

High temperatures cause visitor record at Leisurelands recreational beaches

ING Analysis: Hospitality sector just won't grow

Higher VAT primarily leads to shorter stays at Dutch holiday parks

Kick-off of the renewal of walking offerings in the province of Antwerp

Pioneer 'Race Planet Amsterdam' closes its doors after more than 30 years.

NKC: These are the best campsites and motorhome pitches of 2026

Chamber of Commerce: number of fitness centers more than doubled in nine years

New seagrass aquarium at Burgers' Zoo contributes to nature conservation

Marvilla Parks establishes quality levels for a broader range of mobile homes

Tourist coastal towns have the highest density of fast food establishments.

All 25 safety regions scaled up to phase 2 for wildfire risk.

Le Brasilia in France reopens after devastating wildfire

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ING Analysis: Hospitality sector just won't grow

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