Utrecht welcomes international forum for women in travel
A special event will take place in Utrecht on September 16 and 17. For the first time, the International Women in Travel and Tourism Forum (IWTTF) is coming to mainland Europe. Utrecht has been chosen as the location where travel industry professionals will gather to discuss the future of their sector.
During this forum, key themes such as inclusion, leadership, and change in the travel industry will take center stage. The goal is to strengthen the role of women in this sector and share new ideas. It is an important step for the Netherlands as a destination for international business meetings.
In addition to this major forum, there is more news from the Dutch travel world. Registration for the 2026 Dutch Travel Media Awards is already open. Journalists, photographers, and bloggers can submit their work for a chance to win an award. These awards are intended to improve the quality of travel stories and media in the Netherlands.
New trends are also visible in the field of domestic holidays. More and more people are opting for 'slow travel', for example in the province of Flevoland. This is not about speed, but about discovering nature and local products. Hidden spots such as the Frontenpark in Maastricht are also becoming more popular with hikers seeking peace and quiet.
Finally, there are changes at major companies in the sector. Several travel brands, such as GI Travel and Holland Destination Management, will collaborate under a new name. New directors have also been appointed at companies such as Stena Line. All these developments show that the Dutch travel industry is in full swing.