Latest
issue
Uniting the world of spa & wellness
Get Spa Business and Spa Business insider digital magazines FREE
Sign up here ▸
News   Features   Products   Company profilesProfiles   Press releasesProfiles   Magazine   Handbook   Advertise    Subscribe  
NEWS
László Puczkó joins Ensana as senior health spa advisor
POSTED 06 Jun 2024 . BY Megan Whitby
Puczkó is CEO of HTWWLife, an intelligence and advisory group which looks at leisure, lifestyle and travel from a wellbeing perspective Credit: Ensana

Credit: Ensana
László is one of very few individuals who has been active in every aspect of the health, wellbeing and travel spectrums
– Frank Halmos
Ensana has appointed Dr. László Puczkó as senior health spa advisor to enhance its integrative health service offering
Established in 2019, Ensana operates 28 hotels in six European countries, combining natural healing resources with modern medical expertise
Puczkó, with over 30 years of experience in health, wellness, and tourism, aims to refine Ensana's services to address contemporary health conditions
Puczkó has authored numerous publications and holds various professional affiliations in the health and wellness industry
European health spa operator Ensana has announced the strategic appointment of Dr László Puczkó as senior health spa advisor.

Established in 2019, Ensana manages 28 hotels across the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Romania and the UK. It operates with an integrative approach to health, combining natural healing resources with modern medical expertise and advanced diagnostic methods to help guests achieve their personal health goals.

Under Puczkó’s guidance, the group aims tofurther refine its health spa services to address contemporary health conditions effectively, while adhering to its fundamental philosophy of utilising natural resources for healing.

Puczkó brings more than 30 years of experience in health, wellness and tourism to the role, and is known in the industry for his passion for wellness tourism.

With a background in economics, sociology and health tourism management, Puczkó has worked internationally as a consultant, advisor, trainer and researcher, assisting organisations in developing and improving their wellness and health-related services.

He has authored numerous publications and books on health tourism and wellness for organisations including the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Global Wellness Summit.

His work often focuses on integrating wellness principles into tourism and hospitality, ensuring services meet the evolving needs of consumers seeking health and wellbeing benefits.

“László’s extensive experience and expertise in health, wellbeing and travel make him the ideal leader for this exciting transition,” commented Frank Halmos, CEO of Ensana.

“He is one of very few individuals in the world who has been active in every aspect of the health, wellbeing and travel spectrums.”

Puczkó’s professional affiliations include being a research associate at the Wellness Tourism Association, a member of the European Historic Thermal Towns Scientific Committee, a faculty member of the Medical Wellness Association, a member of FEMTEC’s Commission of Tourism & Health and a member of the Global Experts Network of IGCAT.
RELATED STORIES
  GWI’s new Wellness Policy Toolkit proposes shift from wellness tourism to ‘wellness in tourism’


Industry research organisation, the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), has announced the release of a new report called Wellness Policy Toolkit: Wellness in Tourism.
  FEATURE: Spa People: 20th anniversary issue: Mark Hennebry


The most successful spa models will be those targeting a much wider and deeper market segment at accessible price points, says the Ensana chair
MORE NEWS
The Retreat Costa Rica debuts Vida Mía Longevity Centre
Luxury wellness resort, The Retreat Costa Rica, has introduced its Vida Mía Longevity Centre at the property’s Vida Mía Healing Centre and Spa.
Almost half of spa survey respondents are unaware cancer is a disability and not adapting treatments is discrimination
A recent survey by the UK Spa Association (UKSA) into the industry’s approach to cancer care has revealed that almost half of participating respondents (46 per cent) are unaware that cancer is a disability and guests with a cancer diagnosis must be given
Solmar Hotels and Resorts offers Temazcal ceremony for Global Wellness Day
Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of Global Wellness Day, including a Temazcal ceremony at its Playa Grande Resort and Spa in Los Cabos.
Mandarin Oriental announces standalone Mansions-branded residences for Abu Dhabi
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, in 2029.
+ More news   

FEATURED SUPPLIERS

Spa Life – where spa leaders grow together
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, bringing together spa managers, directors and owners for two days of focused education, meaningful connection and commercial insight. [more...]

Embrace the chill: TechnoAlpin's Snowsky revolutionises post-fitness recovery with falling snow
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our limits and the sweat pours, the importance of efficient recovery cannot be overstated. [more...]
+ More featured suppliers  
COMPANY PROFILES
Barr + Wray Ltd

Barr + Wray has more than 60 years’ experience in the design and delivery of world-class spa and wel [more...]
Sommerhuber GmbH

Sommerhuber specialises in the manufacturing of heat-storing ceramics for spas. [more...]
+ More profiles  
CATALOGUE GALLERY
 

+ More catalogues  

DIRECTORY
+ More directory  
DIARY

 

09-11 Jun 2026

World Sauna Forum 2026

Savutuvan Apaja, Haapaniemi, Finland
09-12 Jun 2026

W3Spa EMEA

Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa, Portugal
+ More diary  
 
ABOUT LEISURE MEDIA
LEISURE MEDIA MAGAZINES
LEISURE MEDIA HANDBOOKS
LEISURE MEDIA WEBSITES
LEISURE MEDIA PRODUCT SEARCH
 
SPA BUSINESS
SPA OPPORTUNITIES
SPA BUSINESS HANDBOOK
PRINT SUBSCRIPTIONS
FREE DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
ADVERTISE . CONTACT US

Leisure Media
Tel: +44 (0)1462 431385

©Cybertrek 2026
Uniting the world of spa & wellness
Get Spa Business and Spa Business insider digital magazines FREE
Sign up here ▸
News   Products   Magazine   Subscribe
NEWS
László Puczkó joins Ensana as senior health spa advisor
POSTED 06 Jun 2024 . BY Megan Whitby
Puczkó is CEO of HTWWLife, an intelligence and advisory group which looks at leisure, lifestyle and travel from a wellbeing perspective Credit: Ensana
Credit: Ensana
László is one of very few individuals who has been active in every aspect of the health, wellbeing and travel spectrums
– Frank Halmos
Ensana has appointed Dr. László Puczkó as senior health spa advisor to enhance its integrative health service offering
Established in 2019, Ensana operates 28 hotels in six European countries, combining natural healing resources with modern medical expertise
Puczkó, with over 30 years of experience in health, wellness, and tourism, aims to refine Ensana's services to address contemporary health conditions
Puczkó has authored numerous publications and holds various professional affiliations in the health and wellness industry
European health spa operator Ensana has announced the strategic appointment of Dr László Puczkó as senior health spa advisor.

Established in 2019, Ensana manages 28 hotels across the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Romania and the UK. It operates with an integrative approach to health, combining natural healing resources with modern medical expertise and advanced diagnostic methods to help guests achieve their personal health goals.

Under Puczkó’s guidance, the group aims tofurther refine its health spa services to address contemporary health conditions effectively, while adhering to its fundamental philosophy of utilising natural resources for healing.

Puczkó brings more than 30 years of experience in health, wellness and tourism to the role, and is known in the industry for his passion for wellness tourism.

With a background in economics, sociology and health tourism management, Puczkó has worked internationally as a consultant, advisor, trainer and researcher, assisting organisations in developing and improving their wellness and health-related services.

He has authored numerous publications and books on health tourism and wellness for organisations including the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and the Global Wellness Summit.

His work often focuses on integrating wellness principles into tourism and hospitality, ensuring services meet the evolving needs of consumers seeking health and wellbeing benefits.

“László’s extensive experience and expertise in health, wellbeing and travel make him the ideal leader for this exciting transition,” commented Frank Halmos, CEO of Ensana.

“He is one of very few individuals in the world who has been active in every aspect of the health, wellbeing and travel spectrums.”

Puczkó’s professional affiliations include being a research associate at the Wellness Tourism Association, a member of the European Historic Thermal Towns Scientific Committee, a faculty member of the Medical Wellness Association, a member of FEMTEC’s Commission of Tourism & Health and a member of the Global Experts Network of IGCAT.
RELATED STORIES
GWI’s new Wellness Policy Toolkit proposes shift from wellness tourism to ‘wellness in tourism’


Industry research organisation, the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), has announced the release of a new report called Wellness Policy Toolkit: Wellness in Tourism.
FEATURE: Spa People: 20th anniversary issue: Mark Hennebry


The most successful spa models will be those targeting a much wider and deeper market segment at accessible price points, says the Ensana chair
MORE NEWS
The Retreat Costa Rica debuts Vida Mía Longevity Centre
Luxury wellness resort, The Retreat Costa Rica, has introduced its Vida Mía Longevity Centre at the property’s Vida Mía Healing Centre and Spa.
Almost half of spa survey respondents are unaware cancer is a disability and not adapting treatments is discrimination
A recent survey by the UK Spa Association (UKSA) into the industry’s approach to cancer care has revealed that almost half of participating respondents (46 per cent) are unaware that cancer is a disability and guests with a cancer diagnosis must be given
Solmar Hotels and Resorts offers Temazcal ceremony for Global Wellness Day
Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of Global Wellness Day, including a Temazcal ceremony at its Playa Grande Resort and Spa in Los Cabos.
Mandarin Oriental announces standalone Mansions-branded residences for Abu Dhabi
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, in 2029.
Healing sanctuary Tulah Clinical Wellness opens in Kerala
Tulah Clinical Wellness, a holistic wellness destination, has officially opened in the hills of northern Kerala, India.
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai creates Global Wellness Day programme rooted in nature
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An, Vietnam, has put together a Global Wellness Day (GWD) agenda with activations rooted in nature and shaped by four pillars of Joy – in alignment with the day’s theme #JoyMagenta.
+ More news   
 
FEATURED SUPPLIERS

Spa Life – where spa leaders grow together
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort, bringing together spa managers, directors and owners for two days of focused education, meaningful connection and commercial insight. [more...]

Embrace the chill: TechnoAlpin's Snowsky revolutionises post-fitness recovery with falling snow
In the fast-paced world of fitness and wellness, where high-intensity workouts push us to our limits and the sweat pours, the importance of efficient recovery cannot be overstated. [more...]
+ More featured suppliers  
COMPANY PROFILES
Barr + Wray Ltd

Barr + Wray has more than 60 years’ experience in the design and delivery of world-class spa and wel [more...]
+ More profiles  
CATALOGUE GALLERY
+ More catalogues  

DIRECTORY
+ More directory  
DIARY

 

09-11 Jun 2026

World Sauna Forum 2026

Savutuvan Apaja, Haapaniemi, Finland
09-12 Jun 2026

W3Spa EMEA

Hotel Cascais Miragem Health & Spa, Portugal
+ More diary  
 


ADVERTISE . CONTACT US

Leisure Media
Tel: +44 (0)1462 431385

©Cybertrek 2026

ABOUT LEISURE MEDIA
LEISURE MEDIA MAGAZINES
LEISURE MEDIA HANDBOOKS
LEISURE MEDIA WEBSITES
LEISURE MEDIA PRODUCT SEARCH
PRINT SUBSCRIPTIONS
FREE DIGITAL SUBSCRIPTIONS