The Vakantie Festival can add a resounding name to the field of participants: Royal Caribbean will be there during the first edition in 2026 in the Brabanthallen in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. The cruise line, represented in the Netherlands by AMCA, is fully committed to inspiring new and experienced cruise travelers.
Wendy Rood, representative of Royal Caribbean on behalf of AMCA, is looking forward to the festival: “We believe in the power of direct experience, and that is exactly what the Vakantie Festival offers. Royal Caribbean stands for innovative ships, extraordinary destinations and unforgettable experiences. At the festival, we can introduce consumers to everything a cruise holiday has to offer in an accessible way.”
Royal Caribbean is one of the most innovative cruise lines worldwide, offering everything from family-friendly trips to luxury cruises. With this participation, the brand is more emphatically presenting itself to the Dutch public who are open to a different way of holidaying.
T.J. van Apeldoorn, co-founder of the Vakantie Festival, is pleased with the participation: “Royal Caribbean is a strong international name that fits perfectly with the experiential character of our festival. Cruises are gaining popularity, and with this participation we are bringing that world closer to the Dutch traveler in an inspiring way.” Co-founder Frits Kuijper also underlines the importance of the collaboration: “Royal Caribbean does not just offer holidays, but complete worlds at sea. Their presence shows that the Vakantie Festival is also a valuable platform for large international brands to come into direct contact with their target group.”
The Vakantie Festival will take place in the spring of 2026 and will bring together travel providers, destinations and consumers in an inspiring festival setting full of information, advice and entertainment. Curious about the possibilities of participating in the Vakantie Festival? Go to https://vakantiefestival.com/info/ and we’ll get back to you!
