Sahl Hasheesh, Egypt · the 53rd edition

Miss Intercontinental 2025

Miss Intercontinental 2025 in Egypt

Meet the queen Contestants 2025

Varvara Yakovenko, Miss Intercontinental 2025 — Miss Intercontinental 2025Varvara Yakovenko

53rdedition of the pageant

58contestant sedcards

57countries on stage

Sahl Hasheeshhost city

Miss Intercontinental 2025

Varvara Yakovenko

Russia

Varvara Yakovenko from Russia was crowned Miss Intercontinental 2025 at the 53rd edition of the pageant in Sahl Hasheesh, chosen from 58 contestants of 57 countries.

Her sedcard All contestants 2025

Winners

Congratulation to the new MISS INTERCONTINENTAL 2025

Winner – Varvara Yakovenko of Russia

TOP 23

Continental Queens

Titles & special awards

The final night

Results

Varvara Yakovenko is the new Miss Intercontinental 2025, Marking another Victory for Russia since Valentina Rasulova won last time in 2015 in Germany. The 53rd edition of the Miss Intercontinental pageant, held on January 29, 2025, in Sahl Hasheesh, Egypt concluded with a win for Russia and first runner-up from Cuba. Maria Cepero from Puerto Rico crowned her successor in the Arena of ThE V LUXURY Resort.

A splendid Night in Egypt

The pageant, hosted by german/american Lutz Riemenschneider and Kenyian TV and Radio Host Azeezah was successfully streamed live on the Miss Intercontinental YouTube channel. The night was filled with glamour, and attended by many international guests.

Top 20 plus 2 “Special Awards” and the first Popularity Award by THE V LUXURY HOTEL

The Top 20 finalists included the contestants from Russia, Kenya, Thailand, Cuba, Germany, Czech Republic, Brazil, Colombia, Vietnam, Macao, Ecuador, Netherlands, Philippines, Tanzania, Slovak Republic, Cameroon, USA, Spain, New Zealand, Nigeria, Mexico, Romania and India. The 2 Fast Track Awards, the “Peoples Choice Award” was received by Tanzania, Faidah Kassim and the “Power of Beauty” Title was given to the Philippines Christina Labareno Vanhefflin. A back to back as last year the Philippines won the Power of Beauty Award as well. Special awards highlighted the glamerous event, with Varvara Yakovenko winning Miss Photogenic, Cristine Marquez de Neves winning the Miss Congeniality and Nguyen Thi Thu Nang, she won the Best National Costume. Also Miss Intercontinental Kenya Brilliant Mukanda Maroko clinching Best in Swimsuit. 1 more award given by THE V LUXURY Resorts have been given to Eva Aloisa van Bellen (Miss Popularity) and the new title Miss Strenght and Harmony to Hansana Balasuriya from Sri Lanka.

The panel of Judges

The judging panel included experts and honorable personalities like Maria Cepero, Miss Intercontinental 2025, Rodi Omar, Owner of Crewspot Beauty Lounge, Christoph Hoffman, Owner and Founder of D-Rock Champagne, Alyssa Redondo, Power of Beauty Winner and Miss Intercontinental Europe Celina Weil.

The Miss Intercontinental 2025 pageant was celebrating 53 years. It was a celebration of beauty, culture, and fashion and brought together a worldwide audience who travelled to Egypt at the THE V LUXURY Resort celebrating the women empowerment and the new winner from Russia. MIO is now are preparing the 54 Miss Intercontinental planed for end of 2026. Stay tuned for more exciting news from the Miss Intercontinental pageant.

Host city · Sahl Hasheesh

Host City

Only 20 kilometers south of Hurghada airport and located on the famously inspiring Red Sea lies "The Jewel Of The Red Sea" Sahl Hasheesh.
It's a place where sun-kissed waters, year-round summer climates and golden sands reign supreme.

It's where the mysticism of old world folklore blends with modern day dreams and wishes. It's a place that can be as vibrant and alive as it is serene and peaceful.

The unsurpassed classic Mediterranean architectural flair of this amazing town is inspired by some of the most stunning Arabian & Mediterranean Palaces and Buildings. As the top tourist resort on the Red Sea Coast, Sahl Hasheesh is a beautiful place to be visit, live and work in

What the contestants experience

Red SeaSun, pool and sea between the shows
By the waterRelaxed hours on the coast of the Red Sea
Beach daysShootings and parties on the beach
NightsGala dinners and cultural evenings

Host hotel of Miss Intercontinental 2025

Home of the contestants

Host Hotel

THE V LUXURY HOTEL AND RESORT – SAHL HASHEESH

Perched on the pristine shores of Sahl Hasheesh with panoramic views on the Red Sea. The V Resort stands as a beacon of unparalleled luxury. They pride as the only hotel in Sahl Hasheesh offering an ultra-all-inclusive concept, ensuring the guests every need is met with ease.

With nine distinct dining venues and lounges, culinary adventures await every turn. Each guest is treated to the luxurious newly furnished rooms and suites, equipped with top-notch amenities. A team of seasoned professionals offers exquisite treatments in the lavish spa of the V Resort.

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