Argentina | Cosmetic Surgery and Medical Tourism Offer Attract Several International Visitors

 

Argentina, the second largest country in South America after Brazil located between the Andes mountain range to the west and the South Atlantic Ocean to the east and south, country with a rich, cultural heritage and a stunning biodiversity is attracting several international visitors for cosmetic surgery and medical tourism offer.

According to CATM, the Argentine Chamber of Medical Tourism and major health services platform, the South American country treats approximately 25.000 international patients a year, of these, 60% travel for curative care while 40% come for surgery an.d aesthetic treatments.

With Argentina becoming more expensive in dollars, tourist visits are decreasing while the medical tourism segment continue to have a notable growth in the area of cosmetic surgery which usually costs between 40% and 60% less than in the United States of America.

 The most important destinations for medical tourism are the capital of the country Buenos Aires, medium-large cities such as Córdoba, Rosario and Mendoza but also smaller centers such as Salta, provincial capital in mountainous northwestern Argentina located at the eastern foot of the Andes mountain range in the Lerma valley and Bariloche, well know town and renowned tourist destination in Argentina's Patagonia in the province of Rio Negro.

The Argentine Chamber of Medical Tourism also underlined that the Latin American country has been able to consolidate itself as a regional reference point in the health sector by highlighting accredited qualities as well as a wide range of avant - garde technological equipment and a high level of its professionals in the medical and health area.

In terms of statistics with regard to the patients who come to Argentina for medical care, treatments or cosmetic surgery, 75% come from neighboring countries such as Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay and Peru although a good number also comes from Central America and the United States of America.

Link - https://www.expreso.info/noticias/internacional/103043_el_turismo_de_cirugias_esteticas_atrae_extranjeros_argentina

Malaysia | Triumph with Six Accolades at Condé Nast Traveler Readers's Choice Awards 2024

 

Malaysia, Southeast Asian country occupying parts of the Malay Peninsula and the island of Borneo, almost entirely overlooking the South China Sea, a tributary of the Indian Ocean well known for its pristine beaches, rainforests and a mix of Malay, Chinese, Indian and European cultural influences, the country is tropical and is one of the most megadiverse countries  home to numerous endemic species, triumphed at Condé Nast Traveler Readers's Choice Awards 2024 with six great accolades in six categories.

Dream islands, luxurious resorts, iconic hotels, nature experiences, and world-class train travel were among the segments that saw Malaysia having a very considerable success.

In the Best Islands in Asia category the winner was Langkawi, a stunning archipelago off the northwest coast of Malaysia, known for its idyllic white sand beaches and clear waters, sea caves,wildlife and waterfalls stood out for its stunning natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and representative cuisine.

Langkawi is a wonderland of nature, tropical, a paradisiacal land that embodies the image of pure exoticism, an archipelago composed of 99 islands of different sizes where the Strait of Malacca and the Andeman Sea embrace each other in front of Peninsular Malaysia.

Langkawi is known to be the "island of legends" narrations and myths encircle this Asiatic land surrounded by a sort of magic, oriental aura with protagonists UNESCO Geopark in the South-East Asia region, the Kilim Geoforest Park, and the ancient formation of the largest limestone rock against the background of about 500 million years, pristine beaches, vast and sumptuous rainforests and the famous Sky Bridge.

  Langkawi offers visitors a variety of unique outdoor adventures such as island sea tours and unforgettable eco-tours.

Penang was also awarded, very attractive destination on the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, highlighted by its colonial past, preserving a multicultural heritage, with fascinating architecture, narrow streets lined with beautiful preserved buildings, street art, delicious cuisine of international level, a place that has always attracted lovers of history, architecture and numerous foodies.

In addition to these accolades of idyllic islands, places with a magnificent history, Malaysia offers much more, excellent hospitality is a hallmark of this country in South-East Asia, and that is confirmed by the awards received in three luxury resorts, such as Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Shangri - La Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa Penang and the Ritz Carlton Langkawi.

The Four Seasons Resort Langkawi is famous for its comfort, excellence in service, stylish details,  a serene oasis of peace and tranquility nestled between a long exotic beach and imposing limestone cliffs, the unspoiled nature that encircles the resort allows the guest to disconnect and enjoying a delicious, local cuisine able to satisfy the most exigent palates.

The Shangri – La Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa Penang, located on a magnificent stretch of Bati Feringgi beach in the midst of 12 hectares of tropical gardens, a luxury beach resort that offers welcoming and bright spaces with lush gardened areas and in the surroundings an unspoiled nature

The resort is a blend of modern comfort with traditional Malay details, an authentic sanctuary for rest, relaxation, disconnection and peace of mind with an excellent culinary offer and also an ideal destination for families.

The Ritz Carlton Langkawi, located within Pantai Kok, surrounded by a lush tropical rainforest, designed to reflect a traditional kampong village, set in a secluded small gulf is a place that conveys peace and serenity boasting a private bay and beach and surrounded by a vast rainforest dating back more than 10 million years ago.

The hotel is characterized by an impeccable, luxury service, meticulous details and excellent amenities, a magnificent place also for its breathtaking views ideal for endless photo shoots at sunrise or sunset.

In the Best Hotels in Asia category won the emblematic Shangri - Kuala Lumpur, a hospitality jewel in the heart of the capital of Malaysia just a few steps from the Petronas Twin Towers and the KL Tower, not far from the KLCC Park and the Pavillion Kuala Lumpur.

The accommodation is a symbol of style, class, luxury, excellent service providing classic rooms and suites equipped with modern amenities, a hotel designed to be a peaceful retreat for travellers near and far and an ideal starting point for exploring and discover the Malaysian capital.

The Eastern & Oriental Express has been awarded the prestigious best train in the world, one of the world's best luxury trains that transports passengers between Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand through Southeast Asia's vibrant cities, quiet rural villages and stunning, natural areas.

This accolade highlights the exceptional travel experience that every tourist can live during a trip to Malaysia with this train offers the opportunity to admire Malaysia in all its essence between unique landscapes, tourist places of great beauty, unspoiled nature, and hidden gems that all together are all part of the heritage of this fascinating country called Malaysia.

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https://www.expreso.info/noticias/internacional/103304_malasia_despunto_en_los_conde_nast_traveler_readers_choice_2024

Valladolid - Mexico | New Tourist Brand and Trilingual Promotion

 

Valladolid, city situated in the eastern region of Yucatán Peninsula, well known for its splendid colonial buildings dating back to the 16th century, a centre which became part of the “Pueblo Magicos” magic towns in 2012 by a promotional initiative the federal Secretariat of Tourism leads for its important historical, and cultural heritage with the slogan "Valladolid Historia Viva" Valladolid Living History as new brand during the three years of the current administration in occasion of events and the activities with a tourist background will have a trilingual promotion in Spanish, Mayan and English.

The Director of Economic Development of the Municipality Noé Rivero Sánchez explained that the city is included in the state government's plan as "Renacimiento Maya" Maya Renaissance and in this case was necessary to find a way to promote the site and the slogan "Valladolid Historia Viva" was invented.

Three languages will be used for the promotion of the events and promotional activities, Spanish as the official language of Mexico, Maya, being inhabited by a large percentage of Mayan population, the Yucatec language is very widespread in the city and in the surrounding areas and English as international language.

Since 2012 Valladolid is part of the "Pueblos Magicos" the magic towns, a title nad recognition born by an initiative led by Mexico's Secretariat of Tourism with support from other federal agencies, to promote a series of towns around the country that offer visitors "cultural, richmess, historical relevance, cuisine, art crafts and great hospitality" and Valladolid boasts all that.

Valladolid has very friendly people, an important historic heritage, it is a centre founded in 1543, it boasts some relevant colonial buildings as the splendid Convent of San Bernardino de Siena built in 1552 developed in Franciscan style with its architecture representing a medieval fortress type and the Cathedral de San Servacio dated 1543 showing a typical Spanish Baroque profile.

This centre is also famous for its rich gastronomy, and artesany, a local symbol is the famed  Cenote Zaci, a landscaped freshwater cenote or underground sinkhole in which visitors can explore and swim and it is a very strategic gateway for visiting nearby Maya ruins as the iconic Ek' Balam, Chichén Itzá which was one of the largest Maya cities as well as the emblematic Cenote Ik Kil part of the stunning Ik Kil Archeological Park and with all that and more Valladolid with its “historia viva”and all its attractiveness opens its doors giving a warm welcome to all visitors.

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https://www.expreso.info/noticias/internacional/103324_una_nueva_marca_turistica_para_el_mexicano_valladolid

Argentina | Cosmetic Surgery and Medical Tourism Offer Attract Several International Visitors

  Argentina, the second largest country in South America after Brazil located between the Andes mountain range to the west and the Sout...