2026 NYC Experience Wellness & Travel Media Event
We were delighted by the incredible turnout and enthusiasm surrounding Organic Spa’s 15th Annual NYC Experience Travel & Wellness Media Event, a dynamic gathering that perfectly reflected our commitment to advancing wellness through transformative travel, clean beauty, and holistic living.
This year’s event welcomed an influential audience of journalists, editors, content creators, and industry leaders for a day of inspiring presentations, immersive activations, exclusive giveaways, and a wellness-focused gourmet lunch. Guests connected directly with leading travel and wellness brands from around the world, exploring innovative products and experiences showcased throughout our exhibition space.
Designed to inform and inspire, the event provided attendees with valuable insights into conversations shaping today’s wellness landscape. As the global wellness economy continues to grow, now valued at $6.3 trillion, these discussions are more important than ever, highlighting the role wellness plays in enhancing quality of life while driving meaningful economic impact worldwide.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended, participated, and helped make this milestone event such a memorable success. Your support and passion continue to inspire our mission, and we look forward to welcoming you again next year.
Trends in Wellness & Transformative Travel
Wellness travel is evolving beyond spas and into deeply personal, purpose-driven experiences. This panel explores how travelers are seeking transformation, both mental and physical, through immersive journeys that prioritize intention, authenticity, and long-term well-being over traditional luxury.
Special Presentation: Eywa by R.Evolution
Experience the new wellness-forward framework for future living – sustainable living that supports healthier lifestyles, smarter interiors, and long-term wellbeing across communities.
Fireside Chat: Jessica Jesse
Joined by Organic Spa Media's Editor in Chief, iconic lifestyle brand BuDhaGirl CEO, Founder, and Creative Director, Jessica Jesse, welcomes the group with a fresh perspective on combining beauty and intention.
Longevity Across the Board: Travel, Beauty & Lifestyle
Longevity is no longer niche, it’s shaping how we live, travel, and care for ourselves. Industry leaders unpack how science, design, and consumer demand are influencing longevity-focused experiences across travel, beauty, and lifestyle, and what this shift means for the future of wellness-driven living.
Q & A with Kiana Webb
Joined by Organic Spa Media's Founder & CEO, lifestyle app Luxaris:Arise Founder, Kiana Webb, welcomes the group with a focus on personal growth, self-discovery, healing, and empowerment.
Clean Beauty: Is There Really an Alternative?
As consumers demand transparency and efficacy, clean beauty has become a standard…yet questions remain. This conversation examines what “clean” truly means today, how brands balance performance with integrity, and whether alternatives exist in an industry navigating regulation, innovation, and conscious consumerism.
Socializing: The New Wellness Priority
Connection is emerging as a cornerstone of modern wellness. This panel explores the rise of community-driven experiences, from social wellness clubs to urban sanctuaries, and why meaningful connection and belonging are now considered essential to holistic health.
Fireside Chat: Joy Bauer
Joined by Organic Spa Media's Founder & CEO and Editor in Chief, renowned healthy lifestyle expert for NBC's TODAY show, Joy Bauer, welcomes the group with answers to this year's hottest health and nutrition questions.
Health Tech & Touchless Wellness
From AI-driven diagnostics to touchless therapies, technology is reshaping how we engage with wellness. Experts discuss how innovation is enhancing accessibility, personalization, and safety, while redefining the balance between human care and high-tech solutions in the future of health and wellbeing.
Featured Speaker: Dr. Natalie Azar
NBC News Medical Contributor and Associate Professor of Rheumatology at NYU Langone, Dr. Natalie Azar, educates on bone health and shares some of the best ways you can look after yourself.
Featured Speaker: Dr. William Li
Internationally renowned physician, scientist, and New York Times bestselling author, Dr. William Li, shares his expertise on treating food as medicine.
Women's Health Comes of Age: The Menopause Moment
Once overlooked, women’s health, particularly menopause, is now at the forefront of wellness innovation. This discussion explores how brands, travel experiences, and healthcare solutions are addressing hormonal health, longevity, and quality of life, marking a cultural shift toward visibility, research, and empowerment.
"Wellness Your Way": Customized Travel Experiences
One size no longer fits all in wellness travel. This panel dives into the rise of highly customized journeys— designed for solo travelers, families, retreats, and social groups—and how personalization is redefining luxury, intention, and impact in the wellness travel landscape.
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