GlobalSpa
07-May-2026
During the APSWC Round Table 2026 at Tui Blue Ankor Grace Resort, Cambodia, the Asia Pacific Spa & Wellness Coalition presented the APSWC Awards 2026 in a night of industry celebration.
The Asia Pacific region, long celebrated for its rich and diverse spa and wellness heritage, continues to lead the way in embracing wellness as an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. This spirit of innovation and excellence was on full display at the 2026 APSWC Awards, where top operators, products, and industry leaders were honoured for their outstanding contributions to the spa and wellness industry. The prestigious awards are adjudicated by a distinguished panel of 27 experts spanning spa, fitness, wellness, tourism, and business sectors, representing 22 countries across the region — from Japan to New Zealand and India to Fiji and, this year, as far afield as Barbados, Hungary, South Africa and Tunisia.
To ensure both credibility and inclusivity, the Operator and Product categories incorporate a public voting element, which is weighted equally (50%) with the panel’s assessment. This year, nearly 10,000 public votes were cast, reflecting strong engagement and resulting in intense competition across several categories.
Winners were presented with a custom-designed trophy, handcrafted exclusively for the APSWC Awards in Indonesia. Each trophy is sustainably produced from coconut wood, underscoring the APSWC’s ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility.
This year a total of 31 awards were presented across 30 categories, recognising excellence from 13 countries: Australia, Cambodia, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Maldives, Nepal, The Netherlands, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. The APSWC Board recognised Mrs Lulu Susian Widjaja, from Indonesia, and Mrs Julie Garrow, Singapore, with Lifetime Achievement awards for their enduring impact on the spa and wellness industry in the Asia Pacific and beyond.
The APSWC Awards continue to shine a spotlight on both individuals and companies for driving innovation and setting new standards in spa and wellness across the Asia-Pacific region.
The APSWC also holds an annual Round Table event, bringing together key industry players from across the region to discuss problems and solutions, which are then presented to the industry, regional governments, media, and relevant third parties via a White Paper to help give guidance to both the industry and those responsible for its governance.
Cover Credits: Instagram @apswc.spawellness
Dr. Prafull Sabadra
