Netherlands

Appointments

dnata appoints new Managing Director for Netherlands

Europe

Travel trade faces rebooking surge as Storm Goretti disrupts European energy and transit

Travel management companies and frontline advisors had braced for a weekend of rebooking activity as Storm Goretti continues to destabilise

Consumer

Netherlands unlocks visa-free travel to 191 destinations: What it means for Dutch travelers and global tourism

The policy is anticipated to boost the Dutch economy by increasing outbound spending, attracting international tourists, and enhancing the country's appeal as a business hub.

Global

Avani Hotels & Resorts to debut in the Netherlands

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group operating more than 540 hotels in 56 countries, is introducing Avani Hotels & Resorts to the Netherlands in Q2 of this year.

Airports

Luton DART rewards its one millionth passenger

The Luton DART has welcomed its one millionth passenger on board, just 147 days after opening. The landmark passenger was Wouter Ruffen, originally from the Netherlands, who has been backpacking around Europe, and was en-route to a flight from London Luton to Amsterdam on Monday (21 August).

Airlines and Aviation

Corendon Airlines takes delivery of Boeing 737-8 Aircraft

Now in its 18th year of existence, Corendon Airlines continues to renew its fleet with the introduction of Boeing 737-8 aircraft to enhance passenger flight experience and increase efficiency with advanced technological features.

Global

TUI UK partners with GreenFee365

TUI and golf specialist GreenFee365 collaboration launches as TUI expands its golf holiday offering.

Global

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Deventer opens with 99 keys in the Netherlands

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Cycas Hospitality have celebrated the opening of the first Holiday Inn Express in Deventer, Netherlands, with the opening of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Deventer.

Global

Turkish nationals will need a Transit Schengen visa to cross Netherlands as of 1 Dec

The majority of Turkish nationals who need to transit through the Netherlands’ Amsterdam Airport Schiphol en route to their destination country that is outside the European Union and Schengen Area will need to obtain a Transit Schengen visa beforehand, starting from 1 December this year.