The difference in the number of British tourists in the city center is noticeable, according to both entrepreneurs and residents. Café owners are not happy about it.
The reason for the absence of tourists is probably the stay awaycampaign by the municipality. According to English media, the number of British tourists has now fallen by 20 percent compared to previous years. “There are fewer and fewer English tourists,” says Wil Möller of Café Zeevaart. “And we are being punished because the English tourists cause a nuisance. But it’s not just the English, it’s just the whole thing.”
“We just need the British,” says Rina Jongebloet of Café Emmelot. “We have more couples now. And they are quiet. It’s more about eating and drinking, than just going to the pub and getting drunk.” And that means less money.
Many residents are very pleased with the lower number of British tourists. “It is a lot more pleasant to live in,” says one of them. “This summer it is somewhat less than in previous years. You notice it immediately. The quality of life in the neighborhood has increased. Everyone observes that and notices it.”
Some British tourists are sad that the number of tourists has decreased. “Because it keeps everyone from seeing all the different things just because there are a few that can’t behave.”
Catering entrepreneurs also had to close their doors earlier this summer to reduce nuisance from tourists. There is also a smoking ban on the street. Furthermore, the tourist tax has been increased.
2023-11-13 06:12:04
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