Utrecht, 11 January 2023 - This morning, Utrecht Mayor Sharon Dijksma, together with Jeroen van Hooff, CEO Royal Jaarbeurs, festively opened the 52nd edition of the Vakantiebeurs. Sharon Dijksma: "You can't imagine Utrecht without the Vakantiebeurs. For more than 50 years, more and more Dutch people have been starting their holidays with an orientation day at the Vakantiebeurs in Utrecht." In the presence of dozens of international ambassadors, hundreds of journalists and thousands of trade professionals, Royal Jaarbeurs 's largest consumer fair will officially kick off. From Thursday 12 January to Sunday 15 January, a wide range of travel companies, hotels and holiday destinations will be ready to inspire tens of thousands of visitors with travel information. Vakantiebeurs has more than 850 exhibitors this year. All continents will be represented.
Five exhibition halls packed with adventure travel inspiration
Marleen Rompen, Vakantiebeurs trade fair manager: "There will be plenty of activities at the fair. There is something for everyone. You can surf indoors, adventurers can take a test dive in a diving tank and you can swim among sharks using VR glasses. Of course, different world cuisines are also represented. From Greek to Asian, from African to Austrian bierstube. Anyone who likes to travel can delve into the finest holidays. From camping to luxury hotel packages, from active cycling and hiking holidays to beach holidays. Besides the well-known and varied programme, this year we have also added something new, the so-called personal travel advice square. Those overwhelmed by the huge offer at Vakantiebeurs will get help there. There is also a varied programme for children this year. For example, this Sunday, well-known singer and presenter Jamai Loman will present the Kids Vakantiegids Awards at a festive event in the so-called Experience Theatre."
The 52nd Vakantiebeurs can be visited from Thursday 12 January to Sunday 15 January at Royal Jaarbeurs in Utrecht.
