How can we consider the impact of local events as a permanent component in destination validation?
First, we must consider the exit condition: if things go wrong, what protects us?
In Brussels, a major event like the Brussels Summer Festival can make hotels unaffordable and transportation impractical, canceling any potential benefit if your budget is limited.
The real impact is always subordinate to the financial capacity of the traveler and their flexibility.
Without this protection against downsides, the appeal of the event becomes a financial risk.