January 8 & 9, 2025
Travel Trade Days
Meet the world! Discover the latest travel trends and network with other travel industry professionals at the Travel Trade Days! This is the time where travel professionals from all over the world come together under one roof to network, gain knowledge and get inspired. We conclude the day with an enjoyable networking reception. January 8 & 9, 2025 in Jaarbeurs Utrecht, will you join us?
The networking event in the travel industry
Explore the latest travel trends and connect with other travel industry professionals at Travel Trade Days!
New in 2025
During the second edition of Dutch Travel Week in 2025, there will be a brand new event all about the digitalization of the travel industry: Travel & Tech. This event coincides with the Vakantiebeurs Travel Trade Days, which will be expanded from one to two days next year. Put these dates in your calendar: January 8 and 9, 2025! Read more
Why you want to be here!
The travel event of the year
Vakantiebeurs is the biggest travel event of the year, known at home and abroad for more than 50 years. It serves as a platform for industry professionals, travel companies and tourists to come together and explore different travel opportunities. Vakantiebeurs is part of the Dutch Travel Week. During Dutch Travel Week, Utrecht is "the center of the world" for a week.
Expand your network
Expand your professional network, engage with the travel industry and strengthen important business relationships. These days provide opportunities for travel agents, tour operators, hoteliers, airlines and other travel-related businesses to connect, discuss collaborations and close deals.
Gather knowledge
Delve into current trends and developments, attend interesting sessions on our main stage and in theaters, and gain new knowledge and inspiration. Travel Trade Days include a series of lectures and workshops on travel trends, industry insights and best practices. Attending these sessions is an excellent way to gain knowledge, exchange ideas and network with industry experts.
International
Come to the center of the travel industry, where you will find numerous organizations and locals from different countries in one place; destinations, travel agents, airlines, hotels, tour operators and other travel-related companies from around the world. This diverse mix of exhibitors allows you, the visitor, to explore travel opportunities on a global scale.
Travel Trade Day in pictures
Curious? We captured the most enchanting moments of 2024 on camera.
Activities
Opening Travel Trade Days
At 10:00 am, everyone is welcome to attend the official opening of Vakantiebeurs 2025! This will take place on the main stage of the Dutch Travel Week Festival. Don't miss this festive moment, the beginning of 5 days full of inspiration!
Travel Trade Days networking reception
Of course, as usual, there will be the Travel Trade Day drinks at the end of the day at Speys restaurant, sponsored by TravMagazine-TravelPro. End this day with your fellow professionals while enjoying fun music, tasty drinks and delicious snacks starting at 5:00 pm!
Program
During Travel Trade Days, our theaters are bursting with activities where we share knowledge, trends and innovations. Keep an eye on our website and LinkedIn for more information.
Meeting Lounge
In Hall 11, you'll find the Meeting Lounge, where you can meet other travel industry professionals. Make an appointment in advance via the app to ensure a table is reserved for you.
Facts & Figures 2024
8.150
Travel professionals participated in Travel Trade Day 2024.
7.2
Visitors' average rating.
70%
Has (partial) decision-making authority.
Discount on your next flight
Visitors to Dutch Travel Week, including the Travel Trade Days, benefit now from 10% discount on KLM, Airfrance & affiliated partners.
Hotel
Exhibitors of the Vakantiebeurs and Travel Trade Days can take advantage of special hotel deals through our official partner. Book your accommodation at preferential rates and enjoy a comfortable stay close to the exhibition area. This way, you can fully focus on your trade show participation, without worrying about accommodation.
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