Welcome Fellow Theme Park Lover

We're Joost and Jolanda, creators of Dutch Themepark Network (DTN)!  Since our launch in May 2023, we have dedicated ourselves to spreading high quality information about theme parks. Our lifelong passion for these magical destinations drives us to share the most comprehensive and insightful information with you, our fellow theme park enthusiasts.

At DTN, we pride ourselves on delivering up-to-date travel tips, in-depth news, and thorough reviews. Our expertise isn't just limited to the accommodations,  the rides and attractions; we delve into the culinary experiences at the parks, giving you a taste of the best food and restaurants each park has to offer. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned park-goer, our guides aim to enhance your theme park adventure with practical advice and insider knowledge.

Just fill out your E-mail address and we'll do the rest:

GET 2 E-BOOKS TO PLAN YOUR TRIP FOR FREE

Sign up for the Dutch Theme Park Network email list and receive two free e books designed to make your theme park visits easier and more enjoyable.

Register once and the guides will be sent straight to your inbox.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN HERE AT DUTCH THEME PARK NETWORK 

 

If you’ve ever wanted to plan smarter theme park trips, avoid the crowds, discover hidden gems, and make your visit truly magical  you’re in the right place. DTN is built for theme park fans who want real, reliable, experience-based advice. Whether you're planning your first visit to Efteling, a trip across Europe’s biggest parks, or a once-in-a-lifetime Disney or Universal adventure, we’re here to help you get more magic for less money, less stress, and less guesswork. Here’s what you’ll find on our website:

✔️ Tested Theme Park Tips: We share practical, road-tested tips based on years of visiting theme parks across the Netherlands, Europe, and the world so you know exactly what works.

✔️ Community Stories & Guest Insights Different voices, different experiences. Fans from all backgrounds share how they plan, visit, budget, and explore theme parks.

✔️ A Supportive Global Community DTN isn’t just a website, it’s a welcoming family of theme park lovers helping each other plan unforgettable trips.

✔️ Clear Budget & Cost Guides We break down ticket prices, travel costs, upgrades, hotels, and food so you can plan your trip without surprises.

✔️ Tips That Apply to Any Theme Park Whether it’s Efteling or Europa-Park, Disneyland Paris or Tivoli Gardens our advice works anywhere.

✔️ Honest, In-Depth Reviews We test queue-skipping options, dining plans, annual passes, shows, rides, hotels, and special events to help you avoid wasting money.

Meet our team

These are the members of the DTN Editorial Staff and contributors who dedicate many hours of their time to researching, writing, scouring news feeds, working behind the scenes, and MUCH more!

Joost
Joost is one of the two owner and Executive Editor of DTN. Joost has been a theme park fan since childhood, especially Efteling holds a special place in his heart. 

Jolanda
Jolanda is the other owner and Executive Editor of DTN. Jolanda has also been a theme park fan since childhood.

Sanne

Sanne is a regular contributor to DTN especially when in comes to food. She loves theme parks and she especially loves the snacks. 

Koen

Koen is a regular contributor to DTN, he narrates videos for DTN. He is a theme park fan and an English teacher.

Carmen

Carmen is a regular contributor to DTN being a travel agent based in the US and a big Theme Park and his knowledge an insides helped make several vlogs.

Love Dutch Themepark Network? Be Part of the Adventure!

Every week we receive messages from readers, fans, creators, and even companies asking how they can work with DTN or support what we do and we absolutely LOVE that. DTN has always been more than a platform; it’s a community. A family. A place where theme park fans from all over the world come together to share their passion. Whether you're a fan, creator, or brand, here’s how you can join the magic:

Join Our Community

Dutch Theme Park Network is built on passion, long nights editing, early mornings in the parks, monthly guides, comparisons, travel tips, breaking news, and stories that help you plan unforgettable visits. If you love our content and want to help us grow even further, you can join our exclusive DTN Group.

This private community is for people who believe in what we do and want to be part of the adventure behind the scenes.

  • Exclusive video's, posts & tips not shared anywhere else through our What's App group;

  • Talk to us directly and others theme park fans and DTN lovers.

  • Behind-the-scenes updates from Efteling, Toverland, Europa-Park & beyond;

  • Priority access to meet-ups and in the future special community events;

  • A supportive, friendly community of people who love theme parks as much as you do;

  • Discounts and extra opportunities you get a discount to our store and extra entrees in our contests.

Read more here

Got an Idea? A Dream Project? A Wild Concept?

Pitch it to us! Let’s create some theme-park magic together. At Dutch Theme Park Network, we love teaming up with creators, storytellers, photographers, videomakers, designers  and every passionate theme-park fan with spark of adventure and glitter in their heart.

Got something cooking?

  • A blog post bursting to be written
  • A video concept that would make even Mickey Mouse jealous
  • A park review only you can tell
  • A creative special project
  • Or maybe you want to join our production team and help build the future of DTN

If you’re nodding right now… we want to hear from you.

Just scroll down and leave a message. We’re always welcoming new talent, fresh ideas, and creative energy into the DTN family.

WE LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU, LEAVE US A MESSAGE 

Plan the Perfect Efteling Trip — With Our 70-Page Travel Guide!

Ready to experience Efteling without the stress, confusion, or crowds? Our Dutch Theme Park Network Efteling Travel Guide (E-Book Edition) gives you everything you need to plan the perfect visit.

This e-book is 70 pages full of practical planning advice, insider tips, smart crowd strategies, ticket guidance, seasonal info, hidden gems, dining recommendations, and so much more — all fully updated for 2026.

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for your tenth magical day, this guide helps you:
✔️ Choose the best day to visit
✔️ Understand tickets & save money
✔️ Discover the best attractions, shows & food
✔️ Navigate Winter Efteling, Summer Efteling & New Year’s Eve
✔️ Travel confidently with kids, friends, or solo

Download your Efteling Travel Guide today — and start planning smarter, exploring more, and enjoying the magic the way it was meant to be.