Design an event in Holland and watch your dreams come true!

Say goodbye to sleepless nights searching for perfect destinations. Holland has all the ingredients dreams are made of for professional event managers.

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For a small northern European country, roughly the size of the American state of Delaware, the Netherlands is full of inspiration, style and international allure. With our world-renowned museums, state-of-the-art modern venues and our range of international cuisines we are a country for everyone’s flavour. Whatever kind of scenario you might be dreaming of, Holland can provide both the means and the expertise for you to design your perfect event.

ACCESSIBILITY
Are you seeking a location that’s both accessible and central, on a global scale? We’re easy to reach via Amsterdam’s Schiphol International Airport, one of the largest and most efficient airports in the world. High-speed rail lines connect us to a variety of European neighbouring countries, while cruise ships make frequent visits to the ports of Rotterdam and Amsterdam.

CULTURE
Holland’s culture is rich and diverse. Have your pick: the traditional Dutch Masters of painting or modern day recognisable simplified Dutch interior design. And don’t forget our influence to today’s dance music and fashion. Sail along traditional windmills or try some winter skating on natural ice. And once you work up an appetite, enjoy the taste of world-class, Michelin star restaurants across the country.

VENUES
While learning to control water coming from the sea and rivers, we’ve also learned a thing or two about constructing. Many of our 17th century architectural gems now boast every modern convenience you could ever desire. Still, architectural masterpieces such as our gleaming Eye Film Institute, the new jewel of Amsterdam’s harbour, continues to fascinate every visitor. From intimate countryside hotels, to metropolitan city meeting spaces and convention centres, we can cater every need. No problems – straight from your worst nightmare. Only tailor made, dream solutions.

COMPACT
We use our small size to our best advantage. We’re easy to get around via highways, rail lines and canals, since Holland is only 300 km in length and 200 km wide. This means the travelling distance from Amsterdam to Utrecht is only 30 minutes, Rotterdam 45 and Groningen, all the way in the north, still less than two hours. Because we are small, we have to think smart. Therefore, almost everyone speaks fluently English.

We’ll be at the Holland Meeting Point (Stand F30) at EIBTM Barcelona. We invite you to personally meet our friendly Dream Team of event planners to find out exactly why Holland is such a dreamy destination. On the stand you’ll find representatives from Regional Convention Bureaus, Destination Management Companies, Convention Centres, Hotel Chains, Individual Hotels, Special Venues and Travel Solutions. Myself, and the rest of the Dutch partners, look forward to meet you!

The #IMEX14 recap: enter the competition and win a dream trip to Holland

Wow, Las Vegas, you were amazing! Only one week ago we were meeting, singing, taking pictures in bed and having a great trade fair during IMEX Las Vegas. I hope that you all are fully recovered of the awesome and exciting days. Back home I am flicking through all the cool pictures, with old and new friends. Since you all contributed to this unique experience, I want to share my favourite memories with you. Here are my favourite pictures of IMEX Las Vegas 2014.

Don’t forget to tag & like your photo!
Are you one of the hosted buyers, who took a picture in bed with me at the Holland booth? Then you should visit my Facebook Page to tag yourself in our picture and participate in my photo contest. Call your friends to collect as many ‘Likes’ as you can. If your photo has the most ‘Likes’ you win a dream trip to Holland visiting both Amsterdam and Noordwijk. #DreamingofHolland

The trip includes:
– Return flight with KLM
– 2 night stay incl. breakfast at Hotel Okura Amsterdam
– Lunch and guided tour at the Beurs van Berlage Amsterdam
– Dinner at the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
– Evening at the SkyLounge of the DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
– 1 night incl. welcome Champagne and breakfast in Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin
– Dinner at Hotels van Oranje

For instructions check the terms & conditions of this contest.

Holland, your dream destination

According to Forbes event planner is one of the most stressful jobs in the world in 2014. According to the Dutch: it doesn’t have to be!

When is the last time you lay wide awake at night? Stressing about finding that perfect destination that has inspirational venues, style and easy access. Holland offers exactly what you dream of as a professional event manager:

  • Cities with international allure and great heritage: such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Groningen and Utrecht.
  • Countless options in small to large venues and hotels.
  • World renowned museums, ground breaking architecture and rich culture.
  • Easy accessibility thanks to Amsterdam International Airport and small distances.
  • The average Dutch person speaks fluent English and is very punctual.

Let’s start #DreamingofHolland!

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Win a dream trip to Holland during IMEX Las Vegas

At the Holland booth #2216 you’ll discover why Holland is your next dream destination. We will make sure your meeting is a succes, so your rest is assured too -collect your limited edition Holland head in the cloud neck cushion.. Have your dream picture taken at the Holland booth, share it on Facebook and collect as many likes as you can. It might win you a dream trip to Holland! See you at #IMEX14!