Asian nations cash in on medical tourism: cosmetic is the most popular option

Posted on 28 April 2010 in Uncategorized by admin

There has been one bright note among all the hardships endured by the Asian travel industry over the past two years – the continued rise of medical tourism.

The double blow of the world economic crisis and, to a lesser degree, swine flu fears, has seen most markets in the region suffer double digit declines in numbers but not so when it comes to tourists looking for a little treatment to go with their holidays.

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How India’s key industry players are set to capitalise on the forthcoming Commonwealth Games and beyond?

Posted on 8 March 2010 in Uncategorized by admin

The spotlight will be firmly on India in 2010 as the country is set to welcome an estimated 100,000 visitors for the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games (3-14 October).

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