The sun did not shine this Saturday on the coast, but that did not prevent the French-speaking Belgians, who are in the middle of their spring vacation period, from enjoying the sea air. “There is an air of vacation“, confirms our journalist.
The gap between the holidays of Dutch speakers and French speakers is a headache for some families, but seems to be an opportunity for traders on the coast. “It is an economic advantage“, further confirms our envoy on site. “50% of hotel rooms are occupied. In addition to this, 20,000 accommodations belong to French-speaking owners, they also represent 16% of coastal visitors.“
In addition to being very present, French speakers are also generous and would have spent 550 million euros in 2021.
The improvement in the weather next week could encourage even more Walloons and Brussels residents to spend a stay at the sea.
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