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The Netherlands punches far above its size in organised travel — a mature, early-booking market with strong operator loyalty and Schiphol's capacity politics adding a structural twist. Dutch demand trends and aviation constraints land here.
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DestinationTrains overtake buses: EU travel habits slowly shifting
In 2024, trains surpassed buses as a preferred mode of travel in the EU for the first time since 2014, while cars remained the most dominant transport choice.
LatestNine European countries have postponed the Entry-Exit System
Nine European nations, including France and Germany, have delayed the EU's biometric Entry-Exit System (EES) due to technical glitches and airport congestion concerns.
Destination27.5% of Europeans could not afford a week-long holiday
In 2025, 27.5% of the EU’s population aged 16 or older were unable to afford 1 week of annual holidays away from home.
DestinationGermany: Online tourist accommodation bookings hit new peak
Vacation rental bookings through online platforms have climbed to a new record in Germany, driven by strong domestic demand and international visitors.
AviationWTTC calls for coordinated action to safeguard EES implementation without disrupting travel
The WTTC warns that without proper preparation, the new Schengen Entry/Exit System could cause severe border delays, risking millions of visitors and billions in spending.
AviationDutch groups launch equal air travel tax campaign over flight cost fears
Netherlands-based travel firms are urging the Dutch government to rethink steep aviation tax rises they say could price ordinary families out of holidays and push travellers to airports across the...
VacationBest flower tourism destinations to visit in 2026
Wildflower tourism has become a popular travel trend with visitors flocking to in-bloom destinations around the world.
AgencyTUI Policy Lounge: Travel Trends with Arjan Kers
From shifting booking patterns to regulatory pressures shaping Europe’s tourism future, travel trends took centre stage at TUI’s Policy Lounge event in Brussels.
VacationNature calling: Interest in camping & caravanning grows
As the weather improves and days get longer, the camping and caravanning season kicks off. In 2025, nights spent at camping grounds, recreational vehicle (RV) parks and trailer parks in the EU...
LifestyleUN Tourism strengthens tourism measurement in global economic system
Tourism moves billions of people every year, supports hundreds of millions of jobs and drives trade across the global economy. Yet the data used to measure its true impact has often struggled to...
AgencyTUI strengthens its commitment to Northern Finland
This winter season, over 60,000 holidaymakers will fly with TUI to explore Finland’s wintery North.
DestinationTop 10 most comfortable cities in the world
Europe has taken every position in the top 10 of ECA International’s 2025–26 Location Ratings, with Switzerland’s capital, Bern, named the world’s most liveable city.
AviationApproximately 500 flights canceled in the Netherlands due to snowfall
It has been reported that approximately 500 flights have been canceled in the Netherlands due to heavy snowfall.
Agency34.7 million guests booked with TUI in the 2025
Travel continues to be in high demand: 34.7 million guests (+5 per cent) booked with TUI in the 2025 financial year.
Lifestyle
Travelers want room rates from AI, not travel routes
Oct 21Destination
Trains overtake buses: EU travel habits slowly shifting
Sep 22Latest
Nine European countries have postponed the Entry-Exit System
Sep 15Destination
27.5% of Europeans could not afford a week-long holiday
Jul 31Destination
Germany: Online tourist accommodation bookings hit new peak
Jul 29Aviation
WTTC calls for coordinated action to safeguard EES implementation without disrupting travel
Jul 2Aviation
Dutch groups launch equal air travel tax campaign over flight cost fears
May 20Vacation
Best flower tourism destinations to visit in 2026
Apr 29Agency
TUI Policy Lounge: Travel Trends with Arjan Kers
Apr 28Vacation
Nature calling: Interest in camping & caravanning grows
Apr 7Lifestyle
UN Tourism strengthens tourism measurement in global economic system
Mar 23Agency
TUI strengthens its commitment to Northern Finland
Feb 25Destination
Top 10 most comfortable cities in the world
Jan 30Aviation
Approximately 500 flights canceled in the Netherlands due to snowfall
Jan 6Agency