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Fletcher Hotels expands further in Sauerland with a hotel in Winterberg

June 25, 2026
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Fletcher Hotels continues its growth in Germany with the acquisition of the former Romantik Berghotel Astenkrone in Winterberg-Altastenberg. It is the hotel chain's second German acquisition in a single week and strengthens Fletcher's position in the...

Fire safety at holiday parks requires more attention to nature and landscaping.

June 24, 2026
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Holiday parks in and around nature reserves are increasingly faced with the question of how to prepare for wildfire risks. Vitale Vakantieparken brings together knowledge, examples, and tools that enable parks to design their grounds to be both fire-safer and more biodiverse.

A holiday in Germany is on average 6 percent cheaper than a holiday in the Netherlands.

June 17, 2026
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A holiday in Germany can, despite extra travel costs, turn out to be cheaper on average than a comparable holiday in the Netherlands. This is evident from an analysis by Duitsemilieusticker.nl. City trips and holidays in hilly areas, in particular, are more affordable across the border.

Lelystad is seeking market parties for hotel and leisure development in the Bataviakwartier.

June 10, 2026
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The Municipality of Lelystad has launched a market consultation for a large-scale hotel and leisure development in the Bataviakwartier. Market parties are invited via TenderNed to contribute ideas regarding the design, positioning, and feasibility of one of the promising leisure locations on the Markermeer....

Tourism expert: higher tourist tax is not yet a tourism strategy

June 10, 2026
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Following the announced increase in the Amsterdam tourist tax and the concerns from KHN Amsterdam, a broader clarification from the tourism strategy now follows. Tourism expert Isabel Mosk states that the most important question is not whether a 20% tourist tax is high, but rather what tourist...

World's oldest lambic brewery opens interactive experience center

June 10, 2026
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Timmermans Brewery in Itterbeek has opened the Lambicus Experience Center. With this, the Pajottenland gains a new tourist attraction centered on lambic, geuze, and living brewing heritage. The oldest still-active lambic brewery in the world combines a historic site from 1702 with...

Rotterdam apartment complex is fifth location for Limehome

June 4, 2026
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Limehome is expanding to Rotterdam, meaning it will soon be represented in the five largest cities in the Netherlands. The new location will be in the iconic Schiecentrale complex in the Lloydkwartier. For the hospitality sector, the repositioning is particularly interesting: a former hotel in...

Hoenderdaell achieves highest recommendation score among Dutch day attractions

June 3, 2026
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Hoenderdaell Zoo emerges as the most recommended day attraction in Multiscope's National Benchmark Amusement Parks and Zoos. The park achieves a Net Promoter Score of +91, thereby staying ahead of big names such as Efteling, Toverland, and Avonturepark Hellendoorn....

BUas strengthens knowledge position in heritage and themed entertainment

June 3, 2026
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Breda University of Applied Sciences is receiving an extra boost for practice-oriented research in leisure and tourism. Dr. Ilja Simons and Dr. Wim Strijbosch have each received a postdoctoral fellowship of €125.000 from the SIA Steering Committee. Their research focuses on two themes...

Plopsaland expands Maya experience with Arnie & Barney

June 3, 2026
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Plopsaland continues to focus on a recognizable IP experience and live entertainment centered on Maya the Bee. From June 1, Arnie & Barney, the clumsy red ants from the world of Maya, will make their appearance at Plopsaland Belgium. From July 20, they are...

More Dutch interest in cruise vacations

May 27, 2026
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The Dutch cruise market continues to grow. According to figures shared by MSC Cruises, the number of Dutch cruise passengers rose from 128.000 in 2024 to 132.000 in 2025. This made 2025 another record year. The cruise line sees growth primarily due to the combination of value for money,...

Holiday Park Schouwen opens free interactive play barn in Renesse

May 27, 2026
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Holiday Park Schouwen in Renesse has converted the former theater and arcade space into Speelschuur Schouwen. This is an interactive indoor play facility where children can climb, play sports, dance, and see their own drawings come to life. Admission is free for both...

Fletcher Hotels expands further in Sauerland with a hotel in Winterberg

Fire safety at holiday parks requires more attention to nature and landscaping.

A holiday in Germany is on average 6 percent cheaper than a holiday in the Netherlands.

Lelystad is seeking market parties for hotel and leisure development in the Bataviakwartier.

Tourism expert: higher tourist tax is not yet a tourism strategy

World's oldest lambic brewery opens interactive experience center

Rotterdam apartment complex is fifth location for Limehome

Hoenderdaell achieves highest recommendation score among Dutch day attractions

BUas strengthens knowledge position in heritage and themed entertainment

Plopsaland expands Maya experience with Arnie & Barney

More Dutch interest in cruise vacations

Holiday Park Schouwen opens free interactive play barn in Renesse

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