On Thursday, April 2nd, the Trend Congress on Tourism will take place at Saxion University of Applied Sciences in Deventer, focusing on how leisure, tourism, and space can contribute to quality of life, happiness, and a future-proof society.
The Tourism Trend Congress is a collaboration between knowledge partner NRIT (Netherlands Research Institute for Recreation and Tourism) and the Tourism Management programs of Breda University of Applied Sciences, Inholland University of Applied Sciences, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, and HZ University of Applied Sciences. The theme is "Space for Imagination," featuring physical space as well as space for innovation, research, and best practices.
“At the Tourism Trend Congress 2026, we are exploring how leisure time can be a solution to societal challenges such as livability, health, regional development, and sustainability. Not as a demander of space, but as a co-shaper of the future ,” according to the organization.
Who is the Trend Congress for?
- Policymakers & destination managers
- Teachers, students and researchers from knowledge institutions
- Entrepreneurs & industry organizations
An early bird rate applies to tickets until March 15. For more information, see: toerismecongres.nl