Popular Post webfact Posted April 9, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 9, 2023 by Natthaphon Sangpolsit BANGKOK (NNT) - The government aims to boost sustainable tourism with a focus on wellness and medical tourism. According to Government Spokesperson Anucha Burapachaisri, Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha intends to enhance sustainable tourism for greater income generation. Thailand’s medical tourism sector is currently valued at 9% of the global market, the largest in the Asia-Pacific, with a projected value of 838 billion baht by 2027. The spokesperson emphasized that Thailand has a competitive advantage in both medical and wellness tourism, with certified facilities and reasonable pricing. Wellness tourism is also considered one of the top five post-pandemic travel trends, with travelers seeking health and wellness experiences. Meanwhile, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is promoting volunteer programs, food experiences, cultural activities and other wellness activities to continue driving the growth of wellness tourism in Thailand. Thailand’s reputation for quality and affordable medical services has attracted patients from around the world since more than 60 medical centers have been certified by Joint Commission International (JCI), a global leader in health care quality and patient safety. The spokesperson added that the government is committed to promoting sustainable tourism and will continue supporting and developing the tourism industry, especially in the post-pandemic era. Emphasis on wellness and medical tourism is seen as a way to attract high-value tourists to the kingdom while supporting local businesses and communities. Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230409161404424 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-04-10 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. The most versatile and flexible rental investment and holiday home solution in Thailand - click for more information. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mania Posted April 9, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 9, 2023 1 hour ago, webfact said: The government aims to boost sustainable tourism with a focus on wellness and medical tourism. Good Luck with that...Although they may need medical after arrival 6 2 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post HappyExpat57 Posted April 9, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 9, 2023 1 hour ago, webfact said: . . . "with certified facilities and reasonable pricing." . . . Reasonable pricing? Not so much any more. 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted April 9, 2023 Share Posted April 9, 2023 2 hours ago, webfact said: The government aims to boost sustainable tourism with a focus on wellness and medical tourism The dripping water torture continues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mikebell Posted April 10, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted April 10, 2023 3 hours ago, webfact said: Emphasis on wellness and medical tourism is seen as a way to attract high-value tourists to the kingdom Come to Thailand to inhale the world's most carcinogenic air; experience the risk of trying to use a pedestrian crossing; get treated by doctors who view a sick person as a blank cheque. 2 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigelforbes Posted April 10, 2023 Share Posted April 10, 2023 52 minutes ago, mikebell said: Come to Thailand to inhale the world's most carcinogenic air; experience the risk of trying to use a pedestrian crossing; get treated by doctors who view a sick person as a blank cheque. Sadly, this is the realty of the situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob smith Posted April 10, 2023 Share Posted April 10, 2023 (edited) come to thailand. we are pollution, corruption and charge 300 baht for entry na. be well. Edited April 10, 2023 by bob smith 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newnative Posted April 10, 2023 Share Posted April 10, 2023 Promoting 'wellness' with the horrible and dangerous to 'wellness' air quality. That's rich. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dinsdale Posted April 10, 2023 Share Posted April 10, 2023 6 hours ago, webfact said: Thailand’s reputation for quality and affordable medical services Me: "Doctor I sprained my ankle." Doctor: "I think we should do an xray." 2hrs later Doctor: "Your ankle is fine. It's only sprained" Doctor: "You should take the pills." Me: What are they?" Doctor: "Paracetamol and antibiotics." Cost: Bt2000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwood1 Posted April 10, 2023 Share Posted April 10, 2023 Thai nuses will give a personal hands on physical exam at a very reasonable cost..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigelforbes Posted April 10, 2023 Share Posted April 10, 2023 38 minutes ago, dinsdale said: Me: "Doctor I sprained my ankle." Doctor: "I think we should do an xray." 2hrs later Doctor: "Your ankle is fine. It's only sprained" Doctor: "You should take the pills." Me: What are they?" Doctor: "Paracetamol and antibiotics." Cost: Bt2000. Did you take them? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudi49jr Posted April 10, 2023 Share Posted April 10, 2023 Not a whole lot of wellness to be found when half the country (and Bangkok itself) suffers from suffocating smog about five to six months a year. Not to mention the murderous traffic everywhere in the country. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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