Quality Over Quantity: Rethinking Hospitality Beyond Cities

Can Amsterdam grow tourism without sacrificing livability?Hear how one policy shift and targeted real estate can move visitors out of the crowded center.Guest: René van Schie, Director Accommodations and Leisure, Metropool Regio Amsterdam. Host: Arjan Eikelenboom. René moved from managing the Vondelpark youth hostel to coordinating hotel and leisure development across 30 municipalities, giving him hands-on insight into zoning, place-making and community-focused tourism.- Avoid costly hotel projects by learning where not to build and how to align with municipal strategy- Use high-quality regional attractions to redistribute visitors while protecting neighborhood life- Design mixed-use hotels that preserve public space and activate communities for locals and guests- Leverage hotel zoning for short-term housing solutions and smarter planning decisionsFollow The Future of Hospitality for weekly insights into hospitality, hotels, and guest experience.Disclaimer: This podcast shares stories, experiences, and opinions from hosts and guests. They are personal perspectives only and not statements of fact or official advice from The Future of Hospitality