_Marco Polo Ortigas Manila to host Asia’s leading health tourism summit_
*MANILA, Philippines* – The Philippines will once again take center stage in the global health and wellness travel market as the *3rd International Health & Wellness Tourism Congress* convenes on *May 18 to 19, 2026* at *Marco Polo Ortigas Manila*.
Organized by *Agora Group* under the patronage of the *Department of Tourism Philippines*, the 3rd edition is an event designed to connect medical and wellbeing travel providers with pre-qualified corporate buyers, insurers, and employers from across the world.
### Positioning the Philippines as a Health Tourism Hub
The congress builds on the momentum of the first two editions, which positioned the Philippines as a rising destination for medical and wellness travel.
The 2024 inaugural event drew delegates from *38 countries and over 40 nationalities*, with the 2025 edition expanding partnerships with GCC and multinational corporate buyers.
### What to Expect at the 3rd Edition
*1. Curated 1-on-1 Business Meetings*
Unlike traditional expos, IHWTC 2026 uses a pre-arranged meeting system. Hospitals, wellness resorts, medical travel facilitators, and insurers meet directly with decision-makers seeking outsourced care solutions for employees and clients.
*2. Industry Insights and Innovation*
Sessions will cover telemedicine integration, personalized wellness programs, mental health in travel, and sustainable tourism models. The agenda focuses on actionable trends shaping the $1 trillion global wellness tourism market.
*3. Showcase of Philippine Wellness*
Previous editions featured the *Philippine Wellness Pavilion*, with DOT regional offices and partners like The Farm at San Benito, Belo Medical Group, Mandala Spa, and Nurture Farmacy. Expect similar participation in 2026, highlighting coastal retreats, mountain escapes, and traditional Filipino healing practices.
*4. High-Level Networking*
The event is invitation-only for senior executives: hospital CEOs, insurance leaders, corporate HR heads, and investors. Cultural immersion tours are typically included to let delegates experience Filipino wellness firsthand.
### Why Manila, Why May 2026
May places the congress ahead of peak summer travel, giving providers time to secure contracts for Q3 and Q4 2026. Hosting at Marco Polo Ortigas Manila also puts the event in Ortigas Center, Manila’s business district, making it accessible for corporate buyers and international delegates.
The Department of Tourism has identified health and wellness tourism as a key growth area under the National Tourism Development Plan 2022-2028, aiming to make the Philippines a top 5 destination in Asia for medical and wellness travel by 2028.
### Event Details
- *Date*: May 18 to 19, 2026
- *Venue*: Marco Polo Ortigas Manila
- *Organizer*: Agora Group
- *Supported by*: Department of Tourism Philippines
Participation is by invitation and pre-qualification. Companies interested in exhibiting, sponsoring, or attending as buyers can register through Agora Group’s official channels.
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