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Travelling to the Netherlands
Perspective Destination Netherlands 2030
Perspective 2030 is about the changing role of tourism and the sustainable development of the Netherlands as a destination. This requires a new approach, that prioritises the common interests of visitors, businesses and local residents. Ensuring that tourism contributes to the prosperity and well-being of all Dutch people.
Five priorities play a key role in achieving this ambition:
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Policies Area
The netherlands - summary.
- Social Policy
- Vocational Training
- Youth and Sport
- Public Health
- Trans-European Networks
- Economic, Social and Territorial Cohesion
- Environment & the Fight against Climate Change
- Water management
- Agriculture
- Immigration and Asylum
- Civil Protection
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Central level
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy is responsible for:
- Developing the national tourism policy;
- Simplifying or abolishing unnecessary regulations for entrepreneurs in the tourism industry;
- Providing a supporting role for the regional and local Administrations. Promoting Netherlands as a tourist destination.
The Netherlands Board of Tourism and Conventions ( NBTC Holland Marketing ) is responsible for
- Branding and marketing the Netherlands nationally and internationally;
- Attracting tourists through various activities.
Responsible ministries/bodies
Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy
NBTC Holland Marketing
Regional level
Regional authorities are responsible for:
- Overall coordination with the municipalities;
- Promotion of the region;
- Environmental and recreational planning.
Local level
Local authorities are responsible for:
- Developing tourism strategies and policies;
- Can levy taxes on tourists;
- Developing recreational areas;
- Preserving natural areas for tourism purposes.
Municipalities
IPO (Interprovinciaal Overleg), Economie
Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy : Tourism Policy: Strengthening tourism sector
KrugerNL Project
Related Information
- Systems of multilevel governance
- Subsidiarity
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- Relations with the EU/Representation at EU level
- Fiscal Powers
An interactive tool with perspective on different dimensions of decentralisation (political, administrative and fiscal) across the 27 EU Member States
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We would love to hear from you to learn more about your plans and we hope to get the opportunity to work with you and your team in the future. Contact The Netherlands Board of Tourism and Conventions (NBTC) head office, located in The Hague or reach out to one our local representatives in the US (New York) or UK (Greater London).
We will be happy to answer your questions and begin your planning for a successful meeting or event!
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