One of the most anticipated and dazzling moments of the European Spas and Balneology Congress is undoubtedly the ESPA Innovation Award Ceremony. This year, the prestigious event took place in Haapsalu, Estonia, at the enchanting Kuursaal (Resort Hall) — a setting that perfectly reflected the elegance and excellence of the occasion. A record-breaking 27 applications were submitted across eight categories, each meticulously reviewed by a...

Anke Sponer is working and lecturing in the area of (health) tourism management at the European Campus Rottal-Inn, the international faculty of the Deggendorf Institute of Technology. Anke is global networker, speaker and an expert for innovative market strategies, communication and tourism initiatives. Her vision is to further evaluate future-proof and evidence-based approaches to enable people to live healthier and longer lives. That´s why...