Traveling can be an exciting and fulfilling experience for people of all ages. However, for senior travelers, there are specific health considerations that must be taken into account to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey. According to a study by Eurostat (2019), there is a notable correlation between age and tourism behavior
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Traveling can be an exciting and fulfilling experience for people of all ages. However, for senior travelers, there are specific health considerations that must be taken into account to ensure a safe and enjoyable journey. According to a study by Eurostat (2019), there is a notable correlation between age and tourism behavior, particularly among elderly individuals.
Medical tourism, defined as the act of receiving medical care in a foreign country, has grown significantly in recent years. Patients often pursue medical care abroad to reduce costs, access treatments unavailable in their home countries, or receive care that is perceived as better or more specialized
‘Medical and Health tourism’ is a relatively mega trend in developed countries. Medical tourism has grown in popularity, particularly among individuals seeking elective operations. Certain countries, like India, Thailand, and Mexico, have become attractive medical tourism destinations due to their reduced costs of medical operations in comparison to more industrialized nations, such as the United States and the United Kingdom.
Medical tourism refers to "travelling across international borders to seek healthcare while also taking a holiday in a foreign country" (Wang, 2012). The results of a study on "Motivation and Decision on Medical Tourism Service in Thailand" showed that medical tourists could be classified into two groups: medical-focused tourists and tourism-focused tourists (Kanittinsuttitong, 2002).
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