Internet consultation on legally mandatory smoke-free playgrounds

April 24, 2026
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A new legislative proposal extends the existing smoking ban to the grounds of managed playgrounds, petting zoos, and childcare centers. At these locations, a smoking ban would then have to be established, signposted, and enforced. This means that at these locations, even outdoors, it will no longer...

The Outsider opens a new location in Chaudfontaine

April 22, 2026
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This month, the Belgian label Outsider opens its sixth location, and for this they have found a special spot: the Fort of Chaudfontaine. This is a location where time seems to stand still. A new chapter begins here, as The Outsider heads...

Research: tourism accelerates the disappearance of local shops in city centers

April 17, 2026
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European city centers are seeing their local and artisan shops disappear at a rapid pace. The diversity of shops is declining not only in popular tourist cities, but in all cities surveyed. This is evident from European research by Sweco.

Fewer domestic but more foreign guests in accommodation in 2025

April 17, 2026
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In 2025, 52,2 million guests stayed in Dutch hotels, campsites, and holiday parks. That is nearly 2 percent more than in 2024. The growth in 2025 came from foreign guests. There were 22,3 million of them, a 5 percent increase.

8 million Dutch people choose the May holiday despite global tensions

April 17, 2026
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During the April-May holidays, over eight million Dutch people will head out for a vacation, according to the latest ANWB Holiday Monitor. People are not staying home due to global unrest, but they are adjusting their vacation plans: European destinations are particularly popular.

New event: Camperworld Maastricht

April 10, 2026
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From Friday 10 to Sunday 12 September 2027, the first edition of the annual event Camperworld Maastricht will take place at MECC Maastricht. Here, the world of motorhomes and caravans is combined with a dynamic and interactive outdoor lifestyle....

VNG: How recreation and tourism contribute to broad prosperity

April 10, 2026
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The VNG (Association of Dutch Municipalities) advocates for including the visitor economy as a full-fledged pillar in public policy issues. There are opportunities to have recreation and tourism contribute to various challenges municipalities are grappling with.

Boudewijn Seapark reopens with 6 new attractions

April 8, 2026
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Boudewijn Seapark in Bruges reopens its doors for the new season and continues to invest in the future of the park. Following the success of the indoor playground Sea Dreams, in which 1 million euros was recently invested, the park is taking...

Attention requested for the House of Representatives regarding the consequences of the flexible work bill.

April 1, 2026
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On March 31, HISWA-RECRON, together with other trade associations, sent a letter to members of the House of Representatives regarding the legislative proposal 'More Certainty for Flex Workers'. This proposal is being discussed this week in the Standing Committee on Social Affairs and Employment.

This is what the 2025 email figures say about the travel industry.

April 1, 2026
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The latest Deployteq Benchmark has been published, providing insight into email marketing performance in 2025. For the travel industry, we see a number of interesting shifts: an improvement in deliverability, rising open rates once again, a changing send time, but also a decline...

Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam with engaging seminar program

March 20 2026
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The Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam returns on April 22 and 23, 2026. This event focuses on the luxury and boutique hotel community. In the knowledge program, over 40 specialists share their insights on wellness, guest experience, profitable F&B concepts, among other things...

Family Park Drievliet opens with new attraction and entrance zone

March 20 2026
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After 'the most active hibernation ever', Familiepark Drievliet reopens its refurbished gates on April 3. Starting this season, guests will walk into a completely refreshed park, featuring new and updated attractions, different shows, enhanced food and beverage options, and many other new features.

Internet consultation on legally mandatory smoke-free playgrounds

The Outsider opens a new location in Chaudfontaine

Research: tourism accelerates the disappearance of local shops in city centers

Fewer domestic but more foreign guests in accommodation in 2025

8 million Dutch people choose the May holiday despite global tensions

New event: Camperworld Maastricht

VNG: How recreation and tourism contribute to broad prosperity

Boudewijn Seapark reopens with 6 new attractions

Attention requested for the House of Representatives regarding the consequences of the flexible work bill.

This is what the 2025 email figures say about the travel industry.

Independent Hotel Show Amsterdam with engaging seminar program

Family Park Drievliet opens with new attraction and entrance zone

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