Ina
. Resident:
Ina has lived in the van Swietenhof for no less than 71 years. She has seen Zuid change through the years. When she came to…
3 questions for Charlotte…
What do you do as a researcher for the Urban Leisure & Tourism Lab Rotterdam?
“Together with my cultural tourism colleague Wendy Raaphorst, I am currently working on the Erasmus+ research project CRISP (Research on Creative, Innovative, and Sustainable Practices to get people in touch with heritage). In this European project, we explore best practices that emerged during the COVID-19 crisis but continue to hold lasting value for the cultural sector. I am committed to all projects where tangible and intangible heritage plays a role in creating meaningful tourism.”
What is your favorite place in Rotterdam and its surroundings?
“There are so many! The rugged part of the working harbor, with colorful containers and constant activity, my own workplace with the most stunning view of the city—an absolute privilege—and right now, I’m eager to visit the new Boijmans van Beuningen Depot.”
What are your dreams for the Urban Leisure & Tourism Lab Rotterdam?
“That, within the lab, we contribute to developing tourism in Rotterdam in a way that makes everyone happy—residents, entrepreneurs, and visitors alike! I also dream that our approach will inspire others and eventually be adopted by other cities.”
