Medical & Health Tourism

New research reveals the most accommodating European cities for vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dining.  The study by Bounce analysed European cities on their total number of…

Ethiopian Airlines and TravoCure Healthcare, the medical travel division and a subsidiary of Akbar Group of Companies, have entered into a Medical Tourism Partnership in order to facilitate…

‘Ayurveda for one Health’ is the focal theme of the December 8-11 event this year at Kala Academy, being organised by World Ayurveda Foundation. 

Global Healthcare Accreditation (GHA) announces the launch of a new certification program for medical travel facilitators to assist in building patient trust. 

The global dental tourism market is expected to reach a valuation of USD 6.7 Bn in 2022, with sales growing at a 13.6% CAGR over the forecast period.

Experts at Slingo have put together a list of the best countries that are best for taking a wellness retreat. Using Tripadvisor, we have looked at which countries have the best resort…

South Korea is the fastest growing aesthetics market in Asia-Pacific (APAC) and is expected to retain its position in the future augmented by continuous innovation, growing demand for…

According to a new study by Future Market Insights (FMI), the medical tourism market is set to grow at 12% CAGR in 2022.

India soon to offer special category of AYUSH visas for tourists visiting India for medical tourism or treatment.

With the two top-of-the-line health initiatives, the government’s immediate focus is to push medical tourism in India via its upcoming one-stop tech-heavy portal Heal in India

The report indicated that most health tourists who came to Dubai were from Asian countries, accounting for 38 percent of the total, whereas 24 percent were from Europe and 22 percent from…

The Philippines is the New Ultimate Medical Tourism Destination - Slippers and shorts are a standard dress code in Hawaii. As a resident in the Aloha State for more than 30 years, this has…

A special visa category will be created soon for those who want to travel to the country to avail of AYUSH therapies

Holiday seasons are coming. Are you getting prepared to take a break this year and enjoy a vacation with your loved ones? Or are you one of those people who’ve been thinking about the…

There has been a renewed interest in domestic travel as post-Covid and revenge travel pick up and this is expected to give a filip to wellness tourism

Vaccine tourism, where tourist hotspots are now offering COVID-19 vaccinations on holiday to attract visitors, is a double-edged sword.

ClassPass and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have partnered to jointly promote Singapore’s wellness offerings and enhance the city’s attractiveness as an urban wellness destination.

If you are planning on visiting Spain and its countless heart-stirring beaches that dot the nation's coastline, we'd like to draw your attention to the Spanish Health Control Form — an entry…

Health and wellness trends have become a much bigger part of our lives than ever before.

Many travel agencies began offering lucrative travel packages to places where travellers can be vaccinated.

Thailand is attempting extremely hard to reboot tourism however so far it hasn’t quite worked, particularly with the recent rise in Covid-19 transmission.

Due to limited supply and lack of option for COVID vaccine coupled with Thai Ministry of Public Health’s declaration that locals will be prioritised on the distribution, some Thais and…

The current situation gives rise to vaccine tourism, which is travelling to another country just to get inoculated.

The UK Wellness Retreat industry is expecting to see a spike in demand post-lockdown, after new research revealed an 81% increase in online searches in 2020.

Tourism and Sports and Public Health ministries in Thailand are ready to launch the first medical marijuana tour in Southeast Asia next year as they finalised a draft programme for…

AirAsia.com has unveiled AirAsia Health, the first-of-its-kind digital platform in ASEAN, offering end-to-end medical services

Laguna Phuket reaffirmed its position as the premier safe destination in Thailand, as it strengthened its healthcare partnership with Bangkok Hospital Phuket and hosted the inaugural Laguna…

The Czech government has announced a package worth over USD 44.76 million to help stimulate its historic health tourism industry

In a bid to create a new source of national income and to deliver quality medical care to its citizens, Indonesia’s government is considering developing a national  medical tourism industry.

World Health Organisation listed “self-care” as the current cure and prevention for COVID-19 advising patients to self-isolate and rest, drink plenty of fluid, and eat nutritious food.

The lack of coronavirus cure and rapid increase of reported cases have pushed many countries to turn to herbal medicine as a remedy for the pandemic.

The whole world is on a race against the clock in finding coronavirus cure and treatment that will be a game-changer in this whole crisis.

Not only can stress have a profound effect on your psychological wellbeing but it can also compromise your physical health. The first step to managing stress is to recognise its effects on…

In support of members who are taking some of their wellness offerings online to help housebound consumers in these challenging times, the Wellness Tourism Association (WTA) has launched…

Thanyapura Health and Sports Resort, Phuket is launching daily online fitness classes for people to enjoy for free at home. Available twice-daily, the classes will be led by Thanyapura…

China's ministry of science and technology has announced on late Tuesday that favipiravir, the main ingredient in the influenza drug Avigan, showed "very good clinical results" during…

First patient has received COVID-19 vaccine as part of the clinical trial for possible cure of the pandemic.

The Talise Ottoman Spa at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray has become the first hotel in the region to launch a bespoke ‘Love Yourself At Every Stage’ wellness programme, for cancer survivors and…

Overlooking an enchanting patchwork of shimmering waters, rolling hills and rice fields, Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min is redefining the wellness retreat concept on the spectacular shores…

Water, community, gemstones, light, sound, plants and love are the seven ‘healing attributes’ at the heart of the newly renovated wellness portal, The Healing Village Spa, at Four…

The health and wellness tourism trips to Asia are forecast to reach 128.3 million by 2022 that will help Asia to become the world’s fastest tourism market, says GlobalData. According…

With its unique combination of Japanese culture, subtropical temperatures and stunning natural scenery, Okinawa is one of the most fascinating destinations in the Far East and promises a…

I understand that much of the anxiety stems from the fear of the unknown – the carrier of the virus has not been identified and the lack of cure or vaccine. Moreover, the death toll is…

Cotswold House Hotel in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire and Your Wellness Academy have joined forces to offer a wellness retreat with a difference on 31 January and 1 February. The…

Research from ABTA – The Travel Association reveals that people are increasingly incorporating wellness into their holiday, with one in three (34%) people planning to take part in activities…

Health resort Chiva-Som will mark 25 years in operation with a series of special celebratory events, promotions, service enhancements and new product offerings throughout 2020.…

The second edition of the International Wellness Festival organised by Heritage Resorts will take place on 22-24 May 2020 in the south of Mauritius. The festival, which is the largest of…

The Global Wellness Institute recently reported that self-care tourism is the world's fastest-growing travel sector.

The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), the foremost gathering of international leaders in the USD 4.5 trillion global wellness economy, celebrated the winner of its Shark Tank of Wellness…

The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), the foremost gathering of international leaders in the USD 4.5 trillion global wellness economy, closed its 2019 conference by announcing that next…

UAE-based hospitality firm Time Hotels has launched a new health and wellness initiative - ‘Healthy You, Healthy World’ – across all of its properties, in line with its Tomorrow’s World…

The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), the gathering of international leaders in the USD 4.2 trillion global wellness economy, released the full agenda for the 13th annual GWS at Grand Hyatt…

The Himachal Pradesh government has approved the draft of the new tourism policy in the state aimed at holistic development of tourism. The state cabinet has approved ‘Capital Investment…

The Government of Portugal through Turismo de Portugal has announced the launch of #Brelcome Health, a campaign specially developed for British tourists visiting the country for heath…

Jumeirah Group has partnered with Embody Fitness to launch The J Club, a new cutting-edge lifestyle and wellness club, which recently opened in Jumeirah Beach Hotel. Managed and…

Luxury Maldives trendsetter Amilla Fushi has introduced cutting-edge Sensora therapy at its world-renowned Javvu Spa; a multi-sensory immersive experience designed to bring profound…

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is partnering with an innovative Thailand-based medical tourism portal to conduct its first online health and wellness roadshow in Bahrain.…

Medical tourism sales in the UAE increased 5.5% year-over-year to reach AED 12.1 billion (USD 3.2 billion) in 2018 with growth supported by a number of government-led initiatives and the…

The global spa and wellness consultancy and think tank, Raison d’Etre, has announced its latest trend alert -- the rise of psychedelic retreats in wellness tourism. Psychedelic…

Malaysian hotel group YTL Hotels has now opened the floating spa at Monkey Island Estate resort in Bray-on-Thames, UK. The spa is located on a bespoke crafted barge moored on the banks…

Following the highly anticipated launch of Rock Om in 2018, Hard Rock Hotels’ in-room amenity programme, the brand has now announced the first Rock Om Retreat at Hard Rock Hotel Davos…

Thomas Cook (India) has championed the spirit of Yoga with the introduction of Travolution. Giving impetus to physical and mental well being, its Travolution wellness packages, invite…

As Kerala readies to host more travellers this season, it will take centre stage for a new conclave this July. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is organising the seventh…

Mӧvenpick Hotels & Resorts announced the launch of its new health-powered, MICE fuelled property, Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok, today at a press conference in the Big Mango.…

To better connect with the mindstyle of today’s luxury travellers, travel brands and advisors must upgrade their health and wellness propositions.

In celebration of Global Wellness Day and International Yoga Day, Mövenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket presents a program of wellness-inspired activities throughout the month of…

Luxury plus brand One&Only has unveiled a new worldwide partnership with wellness and beauty expert brand Chenot. The new deal will see One&Only take advantage of Chenot’s fifty…

MJ Holdings Inc (MJH), a management and consulting company to the regulated cannabis industry, has announced its first health and wellness cannabis hotel, together with hotel developer Roger…

Late nights at pubs and clubs when we travel could be a thing of the past and will be replaced by early morning runs and spa appointments. Most companies and organisations predict that…

Thailand has one of the world’s strictest drug laws, but it recently approved marijuana for medical use and research. Lawmakers confirmed that marijuana for recreational use remains illegal.

Carnival Cruise Line has updated its smoking policy and violators may be disembarked from the cruise ship.

Longevity Wellness Worldwide has announced the opening of the 5-star Longevity Health & Wellness Hotel, due to open in June 2019 in Alvor, Portugal.

Luxury holiday operator, Oliver’s Travels, has conducted a study that revealed more than 50% of people with disabilities find travel considerably more difficult or near impossible.

Qatari real estate and hotel management company Retaj Hotels and Hospitality, has recently announced details of it Asian expansion with the signing of new strategic partnership with…

In view of a massive rise in the number of medical tourists visiting Hyderabad every year, the city is all set to launch a facilitation centre in January 2018. The centre will be launched by…