Forecast: Tourism Employment in the Netherlands

The data on tourism employment in the Netherlands demonstrates a stable increase from 2013 to 2019, with a noticeable disruption in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, characterized by declines of 15.52% and 4.3%, respectively. Recovery commenced in 2022, with a significant year-on-year growth of 22.55%, followed by a 5.46% increase in 2023, bringing the total employment to 518.23 thousand employees in that year. From 2024 onwards, forecasts show continued positive growth, with projected year-on-year increases leading to an estimated 571.96 thousand employees by 2028.

Key trends over the longer period include:

- Pre-pandemic consistent growth from 2013–2019.

- Pandemic-induced declines in 2020 and 2021.

- Robust recovery starting in 2022.

- Forecasts indicate a steady growth trajectory with a 5-year CAGR of 1.57% and overall growth rate of 8.08% from 2023 to 2028.

Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of global economic conditions on tourism, the role of sustainable tourism initiatives, and the influence of technological advancements on tourism employment.