| kenniscentrumtoerisme.nl | HZ Kenniscentrum Kusttoerisme | The knowledge center works with entrepreneurs, residents, governments, and social organizations to create insights and perspectives. It focuses on providing practical research, valuable insights, and current data to governments and entrepreneurs. The website offers information on recent figures and projects, as well as updates and events such as the tourist meeting day and the Knowledge Update LIVE. | Business → Economy 36666 | figure 560 research 8967 collaboration 16036 | Amsterdam → Center 990 |
| ruimteenvrijetijd.nl | Bureau for Space and Leisure | The bureau helps create an ideal leisure landscape and a healthy leisure economy by understanding the needs of recreationists and tourists. The bureau's expertise includes research and advice on space for recreation, balanced destinations, market and consumer, and vision development. A tool used is the Lifestyle Finder, which maps out target audiences and supports a vital leisure recreation sector. | Travel → Tourism 3754 | tourism 303 target audience 1108 vision 1882 research 8967 | |
| wijzijnginder.nl | Ginder | The website outlines various themes, including sustainable tourism, innovation, and entrepreneurship, as well as spatial economics. Ginder strives to find a balance between the interests of residents, entrepreneurs, and governments, with the goal of making the Netherlands a better and more beautiful place. The organization provides expertise and projects in areas such as spatial economics, leisure economy and tourism, and business advice. | Urban Planning → Urban Design 235 | dna 239 government 827 resident 3245 | North-Brabant → 's-Hertogenbosch 8868 |
| celth.nl | CELTH | CELTH transforms the industry through applied research and stands for a unique collaboration between research, education, and entrepreneurs. The center offers diverse activities, such as research projects, networking events, and a newsletter, with the goal of creating conscious destinations. The organization originated from an initiative of three universities of applied sciences: Breda University of Applied Sciences, NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, and HZ University of Applied Sciences. | Higher Learning → Universities of Applied Sciences 19 | tourism 303 research 8967 network 11123 education 13471 sustainability 18451 | |
| paradisefound.nl | Paradise Found | The website covers topics such as responsible travel and the impact of tourism on local communities. Articles and blog posts are presented on concepts like community-based tourism (example: Kyrgyzstan) and the ‘doughnut economy’ as a tool for sustainable tourism. The website explores the relationship between tourism, regenerative tourism, degrowth, and the doughnut economy, challenging the status quo. | Economy & Finance → Economics 1115 | tourism 303 blog 13392 sustainability 18451 | |
| megaflix.nl | Michiel | The website includes a blog post from February 19, 2016, describing how Michiel adapted his study habits from passive listening to self-study. An article from January 22, 2016, shares Michiel's experiences and reactions to criticism about his decision to return to university at a later age. Research published in PLOS ONE (2015) indicates that a significant number of tourists (2-4 million) are unaware of the negative impact of their visits on wildlife and animal welfare, and this research was conducted by the University of Oxford. | Specific Institutions → Universities 877 | tourism 303 university 593 study 720 research 8967 blog 13392 | |
| vgfholland.nl | Voorfinancierings- & Garantiefonds (VGF) | The VGF is a promotional fund, established in 1988 by the Dutch Bureau for Tourism and Congresses (NBTC) and other industry parties, that supports congress organizers. Via the pre-financing scheme, organizers can apply for a free and interest-free loan to cover startup costs such as deposits for accommodation or website development. The guarantee scheme provides a congress insurance to cover financial losses due to falling attendance figures, with the fund taking a portion of the financial risk. | Financial Services → Financing 24 | congress 500 loan 832 subsidy 2649 risk 2896 | North-Holland → Amsterdam 41253 |
| vrijetijdskennis.nl | Vrijetijdskennis | The website offers information on trends, developments, and the history of the leisure industry, with a focus on the Dutch economy. Vrijetijdskennis acts as a guide, trendwatcher, and specialist in the leisure sector, offering services such as workshops, lectures, consultancy, and media relations. The platform gathers and shares knowledge about relaxation, experiences, holidays, and leisure time, aiming to bridge the gap between professional knowledge and practical information for the hospitality industry. | Knowledge → Media 46963 | leisure 67 industry 1780 trend 1865 consultancy 2596 knowledge 3528 event 45199 | |
| dynova.nl | Dynova | Dynova offers a modular pricing system and pre-financing to support companies in their growth and success. The company has an extensive database of subsidy regulations and can help clients find the right regulations. Dynova’s consultants are equipped with technical expertise and collaborative skills, guiding clients through the complex funding options. | Financial Management → Funding 135 | consultant 706 subsidy 2649 innovation 4659 finance 5341 | |
| moniquealewijnse.nl | moniquealewijnse.nl | Monique describes herself as a flexible and entrepreneurial professional focused on personal and professional development and fostering common interests. The website highlights her love for leisure activities such as watersports, mountains, photography, and theater, as well as her ‘home base’ in Friesland and her travels to Switzerland. Monique offers her services as a project manager, concept developer, consultant, and coach, with a focus on online marketing and social innovation. | Management & Consulting → Consultants 444 | tourism 303 consultant 706 project management 3423 photography 9503 | Netherlands → Flevoland 16653 |
| nova-adviseurs.nl | Nova Adviseurs | The company offers advice based on current figures and helps entrepreneurs manage their financial concerns. The advisors at Nova Adviseurs have been active since 2010 and are known for their personalized approach. Nova Adviseurs offers various services, including financial advice, tax tips, and access to KingOnline and Nmbrs. | | figure 560 finance 5341 | North-Brabant → Dongen 851 |
| dereisnaarmorgen.nl | De Reis Naar Morgen | The bureau offers research and advisory services within the tourism sector, aiming to find a balance between environmental, economic, and social well-being. De Reis Naar Morgen supports public sector and organizations with implementing sustainable practices, particularly related to themes such as nature conservation, climate change, and mobility. The bureau operates with a personalized approach, tailoring research and advice to the specific needs of the client, using a fresh, critical perspective and enthusiasm. | | tourism 303 sector 1332 balance 4582 research 8967 sustainability 18451 | |
| wlkm.nl | WLKM | The agency offers insights and advice on current trends and developments in the leisure economy, such as the impact of climate change and technology on travel behavior. The website explores various leisure forms of the future, such as Extreme Time, Flexible Time, Recharge Time, Return Time, and Real Time. Maaike, an expert at WLKM, provides entrepreneurs and governments with support in making their leisure offerings future-proof, from policy to concept development. | Municipalities → Policy 607 | tourism 303 trend 1865 | |