WYSE Travel Confederation announced during its Annual General Meeting in Lisbon on 23 September 2025 that STAY WYSE 2026, the annual business-to-business event for the youth travel accommodation industry, will be held in Budapest, Hungary.

Taking place on 4-5 February 2026 and in partnership with JO&JOE and Wombat’s The City Hostel, the event will bring together professionals from across Europe and beyond, including operators, suppliers, and service providers working within the youth travel accommodation sector. With its rich cultural heritage, dynamic hospitality industry, and central European location, Budapest provides an inspiring backdrop for industry leaders to network, collaborate, and get up to date on industry trends.

“Budapest is a city full of creativity, energy and a thriving hostel scene, making it an ideal choice for STAY WYSE 2026,” said David Chapman, Director General at WYSE Travel Confederation. “We look forward to welcoming our international community to a destination that reflects the vibrancy and diversity of the youth travel market.”

Over the course of the event, delegates will benefit from:

• 30+ pre-scheduled one-to-one business appointments connecting buyers, sellers and service providers.
• Educational sessions and panels featuring insights into industry trends and emerging markets.
• Networking events designed to strengthen business relationships and drive new partnerships in the industry.

For more information about STAY WYSE and to pre-register for STAY WYSE 2026, click here.

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About WYSE Travel Confederation
The World Youth Student and Educational (WYSE) Travel Confederation is a global not-for-profit membership organisation dedicated to promoting and developing opportunities for the youth, student and educational travel industry. WYSTC is an annual event of WYSE Travel Confederation.

About STAY WYSE
STAY WYSE Hostel Conference brings together the leading buyers, sellers and service providers involved in the youth travel accommodation sector. Over two days, the Conference offers delegates extensive networking and trading opportunities, social events and a diverse range of seminars, workshops and panel discussions, led by the brightest industry leaders.