Zuzanna Balonek of Poland was crowned Miss Tourism International 2025/26 at the 28th edition of the Miss Tourism International pageant on Oct 18, 2025.
Held at the Genting International Showroom, Resorts World Genting, Pahang, the 20-year-old, 173 cm (5’ 8”) tall dance instructor and model beat over 36 other contestants from around the world to win the much-coveted title.
The event also celebrated the crowning of four other main titles and two special awards.
Eds Enero of the Philippines won the Miss Tourism Queen of The Year International 2025/26 title; Doris Bai of China secured the title of Miss Tourism Metropolitan International 2025/26; Andre Pineda of Colombia was named Miss Tourism Cosmopolitan International 2025/26 and Mitchelle Otieno of Kenya clinched the Miss Tourism Global 2025/26 crown.
Two special awards were presented, with Miss South East Asia Tourism Ambassadress 2025/26 awarded to Tan Sanh Vy Vo of Vietnam, and Dreamgirl of The Year International 2025/26 awarded to Sasicha Duangket of Thailand.
Organised by D’Touch International, the competition showcased Malaysia’s hospitality, beauty and cultural richness to the world, reinforcing its legacy as a global stage for friendship, empowerment and tourism promotion.
During their stay here, the contestants visited iconic landmarks in Malaysia, including the Petronas Twin Towers, National Monument and Swin Chee Caves Temple. They also participated in various promotional activities such as Focus Point’s World Sight Day roadshow and Dragon Ginseng’s campaign highlighting the nutritional benefits of ginseng.
D’Touch International Sdn Bhd, established in 1990, is a leading organiser of premier beauty pageants in Malaysia and abroad. It is led by Tan Sri Datuk Danny Ooi, president and owner of six international titles which are franchised to over 120 countries worldwide.
