Anne de Mesa, a seasoned pageant contender and certified public accountant, was crowned Miss Tourism Worldwide 2026 on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The coronation took place at the Forest City Golf Resort, where she also clinched three special awards: Best in National Costume, Best in Evening Gown, and Miss Celebrity.
A Historic Victory for the Philippines
De Mesa becomes the second Filipina to secure the title, following Zara Carbonell, who won the inaugural edition in Indonesia in 2018. The achievement underscores the Philippines' strong presence in international pageantry.
Top Winners and Runners-Up
The pageant saw candidates from various countries vying for the crown. The first runner-up was from Cameroon, while Estonia took second runner-up. Belgium and Thailand rounded out the top five as third and fourth runners-up, respectively.
De Mesa's Pageant Journey
Prior to this victory, de Mesa competed in Miss World Philippines 2021, where she placed in the Top 24. She also joined the Binibining Pilipinas pageant in 2022 and 2025, finishing as a semifinalist in both years. Her consistent performance and dedication have now culminated in this international win.
De Mesa's triumph is a testament to her perseverance and skill, bringing pride to the Philippines on the global stage.
