Articles in Medical & Wellness Tourism Category

Articles in Medical & Wellness Tourism Category

Blog: Essential Health Information for Senior Travelers: What You Need to Know

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.

Blog: Opportunities for Thailand in becoming the medical and health tourism hub of the ASEAN Region

‘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.

Blog: Attracting the medical-focused tourists in Thailand through value creation in practice

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).