PHILIPSBURG — Tourist spending in the Netherlands has reached a level of nearly 118 billion euros, according to data from Netherlands tourism. The growth is attributed substantially to expenditures by foreign visitors, the source reports.

Netherlands tourism indicates that international tourists account for a considerable share of the country’s total tourism revenues. The increase in spending reflects both a rise in the number of foreign visitors and their expenditure levels across the Netherlands.

The sector encompasses spending on accommodation, food and beverage, transportation, and recreation. According to Netherlands tourism, these expenditures contribute significantly to economic activity in the country.

Data from Netherlands tourism demonstrates that tourism remains an important economic factor for the Netherlands, particularly through the contribution of international visitors.