11-13 May 2026, Varna, Bulgaria The HEALTHXCHANGE Summit B2B Workshop, organised by BUBSPA in collaboration with ESPA and HTI Partner, is a high-level international health tourism trade platform taking place in Varna, Bulgaria. The workshop delivers pre-scheduled, high-quality meetings between carefully selected international buyers, including health travel advisors, medical tourism facilitators, and programme managers, and leading health providers from Bulgaria and South-East Europe. The goal is to...

HEALTHXCHANGE Summit, Varna — 13 May 2026 The future of longevity is changing - fast. It is no longer defined by isolated interventions, miracle supplements, or short‑term trends. The next decade will be shaped by integrated, science‑backed ecosystems that combine prevention, diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and nature‑based therapies into one coherent model. The HEALTHXCHANGE Summit in Varna brings together the leaders shaping this transformation. It is the...

HEALTHXCHANGE SUMMIT 2026 - Peliminary Programme Monday, May 11 Hosted Buyers Study Tour19:30 Welcome Dinner | Venue: Hotel NOA, Golden Sands Resort Tuesday, May 12 Congress Program: 08:30 – 17:30Venue: Hotel NOA, Golden Sands Resort Morning Plenary – Vision, Policy & Scientific Foundations for Sustainable Health Tourism 08:30 – 09:00 | Registration & Welcome Coffe09:00 – 09:10 | Opening Session Opening Remarks – Organisers & HostsA welcome address introducing the mission of the...

Varna – Bulgarian maritime capital The Municipality of Varna is located in northeastern Bulgaria, the administrative center of Varna region, with a population of more than 330,000 people. Varna is the third-largest city in Bulgaria - recognized as the maritime capital of the country, combining sea charm, rich cultural heritage, and modern urban life. Varna region, with its 32 km of coastline, is known for its...

Health tourism is gaining strategic importance in Europe, with discussions at the European Health Tourism Industry Summit 2026, held on 17 March at the European Parliament, underlining the need for stronger coordination between tourism, healthcare and policy. Organised by Health Tourism Industry (HTI) under the leadership of Ivana Kolar and hosted by MEP Nikolina Brnjac, the summit brought together policymakers, tourism leaders and healthcare experts...

Celebrating 60 Years of ITB with Innovation in Health Tourism As ITB celebrated its 60th anniversary, the Medical & Health Tourism Pavilion in Hall 4.1 was bigger and more impactful than ever. The European Spas Association was proud to co-create this year’s programme, highlighting the future of evidence-based health tourism, from longevity and regenerative medicine to the healing power of Europe’s traditional thermal waters. Throughout the event, the pavilion became a...

Join the advisory members conference dedicated to the latest innovations shaping modern spa treatment — from new rehabilitation technologies and advances in medical research to education and the broader socio‑economic factors influencing the future of the spa sector. Day 1 will present key outcomes of the Spa Research Centre project and host expert discussions on the future role of spa care, its position within the...

This year’s ITB Berlin hosts a high-class selection of exhibitors from different areas of the medical, health and wellbeing sector and a top-notch stage program in the Medical and Health Pavillion. European Spas Association is co-creating the programme. Join us from 3 - 5 March 2026 in Hall 4.1! Water tasting to learn about the healing effects of mineral water in cooperation with the Slovenian Spa...

We are pleased to announce a new partnership between the European Spas Association and the Bled Water Forum (BWF), joining forces to advance global excellence in drinking, mineral, and spa waters. The Bled Water Forum is currently leading several international initiatives focused on:• New frameworks for drinking water quality• Mineralization and classification profiles• Source protection and public water excellence• Advanced certification systems for institutions and facilities offering...

EUROPE’S FLAGSHIP EVENT FOR HEALTH, SPA & LONGEVITY From 11 to 13 May 2026, Varna, Bulgaria, will host a landmark European gathering dedicated to the future of sustainable health tourism. Hosted by the Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Bulgaria and the Municipality of Varna, and organised by the European Spas Association and the Health Tourism Industry in cooperation with BUBSPA, the event will...

20 - 22 February 2026, Nordeney, Germany Under the scientific direction of Dr Friedhart Raschke, the professional supervision of Thalassotherapy Coordinator Anja Raschke, and osteopath and licensed naturopath Karin Rass, the next Thalassotherapy seminar will take place from Friday, 20 February to Sunday, 22 February 2026. Each year, therapists, physicians, and interested participants gain new insights and a deeper understanding of thalassotherapy.What exactly is thalassotherapy? How is it applied? How...

The 5th edition of the Medi-Wellness Congress will be held on 27th and 28th of April 2026 in Geneva, Switzerland Organisers have revealed the main theme of this year's congress: Reset, Recharge, Regrow: The Science of Modern Wellness In a world where chronic stress, accelerated ageing, and cellular exhaustion are part of everyday life, the medi-spa is evolving into a true human regeneration lab. Blending natural...