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'Best Day Out 2027' election starts again

The 'Best Day Out 2027' election has started again; a continuation of the elections that the ANWB organized for many years. The winner is determined in two stages. Consumers can cast their vote until October 31. After that, the...

Belgian VAT on day recreation reversed; stays will increase as of March 1

The Belgian federal government has reversed the VAT increase on day recreation, sports, and cultural activities at the last minute. For hotels (accommodation) and campsites, the VAT will increase from 6% to 12%, effective March 1, 2026.

Land, Leisure & Tourism Show

A particularly large and broad leisure trade fair in Great Britain. Several target groups are combined within the trade fair concept; there is a programme for holiday parks, day attractions, rural recreation and hospitality (food and drink).

Rabobank: Hotel sector benefits from many events this year

The Rabobank quarterly update paints a nuanced picture of the recreation sector. The hotel sector, especially in the big cities, is benefiting from several major events this year. Restaurants and fast food are still dealing with high costs, which means that...

2024 peak tourist year for Antwerp

28 Januari 2025
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With 15,8 million day tourists, Antwerp recorded an increase of 10,6% compared to 2023. Overnight tourism increased by 6% to 2,7 million overnight stays, a new record for Antwerp.

Bobbejaanland will also be open in winter from 2025

21 Januari 2025
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Bobbejaanland had a great season in 2024. It is undeniable that the richly filled entertainment program had something to do with it. Halloween in Bobbejaanland attracted a record number of guests to Lichtaart. That is why Bobbejaanland has decided to also have the...

Increasing concerns about events among municipalities and organizers

30 December 2024
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There are increasing concerns among event organizers and municipalities about 2025. This is evident from the quick scan that research and consultancy agency Respons carries out annually. It is striking that the municipalities are more negative than the organizers.

TeamSport takes over Family Entertainment Center The Maxx Veenendaal

2 December 2024
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TeamSport, a leading indoor karting provider in Europe, announces the acquisition of The Maxx Veenendaal, a popular family entertainment centre (FEC). This latest addition, effective 29 November 2024, represents another milestone in the FEC chain’s European expansion...

LeisureKing Inspiration Day 2024: Innovations in Customer Experience and Booking Trends in Day Recreation

October 11, 2024
by LeisureKing
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Last Monday, the annual LeisureKing Inspiration Day took place in Asperen. The event also marked the 10th anniversary of LeisureKing. The day was all about innovation, customer experience and collaboration within the day recreation sector. More than 180 entrepreneurs and professionals came together...

Burgers' Zoo proud of two Michelin stars

September 30 2024
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Royal Burgers' Zoo has been awarded two Michelin stars by Michelin. In the Michelin Travel Guide, stars are awarded to tourist attractions and the Arnhem zoo is the only zoo in the Netherlands with this high rating. Authors of the Michelin Travel Guide assess...

Flemish Coast looks back positively on the extended weekend of August 15

19 August 2024
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After a period of top days, the tourist sector on the Coast also looks back positively on the extended weekend of August 15. A pleasant holiday atmosphere has been created everywhere by the sea. The provincial company Westtoer records approximately 975.000 overnight stays and 450.000...

AVROTROS' Radar takes a closer look at Mondo Verde

July 22, 2024
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Last Friday, AVROTROS' Radar published a video in which they examine animal welfare in Mondo Verde (Landgraaf). The park has been bombarded with a stream of negative criticism about the welfare of the animals in the park for some time....

'Best Day Out 2027' election starts again

Belgian VAT on day recreation reversed; stays will increase as of March 1

Land, Leisure & Tourism Show

Rabobank: Hotel sector benefits from many events this year

2024 peak tourist year for Antwerp

Bobbejaanland will also be open in winter from 2025

Increasing concerns about events among municipalities and organizers

TeamSport takes over Family Entertainment Center The Maxx Veenendaal

LeisureKing Inspiration Day 2024: Innovations in Customer Experience and Booking Trends in Day Recreation

Burgers' Zoo proud of two Michelin stars

Flemish Coast looks back positively on the extended weekend of August 15

AVROTROS' Radar takes a closer look at Mondo Verde

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Sustainable tourism development places the destination at the center.

Playgrounds offer (much) more than just attraction value.

Gaining more control over rentals is becoming more important: 'The recreation entrepreneur must remain in the wheel'

The guest pays more, the hotel receives less.

BUAS: 'Creative thinking lacking in Amsterdam tourism approach'

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IAAPA Expo Europe grows to record floor with over 870 suppliers

Bring in the marketing department that your campsite actually can't afford.

VR snorkeling concept adds new experience

Webinar: Practically responding to trends and developments in the recreation sector

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