Friday 4 & Saturday 5 September 2009 the Netherlands Board of Tourism & Conventions (NBTC) is organising the international Holland Showcase. This two day programme enables European meeting professionals to get acquainted with or refresh their perspective on Holland and its MICE possibilities.

Friday 4 September 2009

On the first day of the programme all delegates will be welcomed in Noordwijk, Holland’s finest beach for an educational trip through this elegant seaside resort. After a fine impression of what Noordwijk has to offer the delegates will meet up with the Dutch MICE industry. During the workshops buyers will have the opportunity to discuss business opportunities with approximately 20 Dutch key suppliers.

Programme at a glance

09:00 Welcome & common breakfast at Hotels van Oranje
10:00 Workshop during the International Sand Sculpture Festival 
         2009
12:00 Lunch at NH Leeuwenhorst
13:30 Workshop in a special venue near Holland’s finest beach
17:30 Free time in Noordwijk
19:00 Aperitif in a spacious unique venue
20:15 Dinner at Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin
22:30 Overnight stay in Noordwijk
Learn more about Noordwijk

Saturday 5 September 2009

On Saturday delegates can enjoy the city programme of their choice and get surprised by the programmes in Rotterdam or Maastricht. They can choose the city that suits their needs best.

Experience the good life in Maastricht

Maastricht has a rich history which is reflected in the old city centre with its many Roman-style buildings and squares, giving the city a sense of charm and tradition.

Programme at a glance

11:00 Welcome at the Maastricht Exhibition & Congress Centre
12:00 Get a taste of Maastricht
17:00 Cocktail in Vaeshartelt Castle
18:00 Free time
19:00 Exclusive dinner in Château et Residence La Butte aux Bois
23:00 Overnight stay in Vaeshartelt Castle
Learn more about Maastricht

Explore your horizon in Rotterdam

Rotterdam is pushing ahead with innovations and surprises ! In this young, international city by the water, people are focusing squarely on the future.

Programme at a glance

10:00 Welcome at Grand Café Engels
11:00 Get aquainted with the meeting possibilities in Rotterdam
13:00 Lunch at a high level. Who dares to go down 100 meters
         without using the elevator or stairs?
14:45 Tour at Design Hotel Stroom
15:45 Tour at the Wereldmuseum 
16:30 Boat trip by RIB boat across the river Maas 
17:30 Drinks and snacks on the balcony of Cruise Teminal
         Rotterdam with a view on the World Harbour Days 2009
18:15 Check in and fresh up at Golden Tulip Hotel Rotterdam-Centre 
19:30 Walking cocktail and tour at Golden Tulip Rotterdam-Centre
20:00 Dinner Golden Tulip Rotterdam-Centre
22:00 Test your luck at the Holland Casino
00:00 Transfer to Golden Tulip Hotel Rotterdam-Centre
Learn more about Rotterdam