What precautions should travellers take for medical tourism
Posted on 19. Dec, 2011 by admin in Travel articles
Medical tourism is a multi-million dollar industry that allows travelers to travel aboard to receive help from plastic surgeons at a cheaper rate. This is very important to people that can’t afford to pay for expensive plastic surgery and are very limited in their country of available plastic surgeons where the cost of breast implants, for example, could be halved. (more…)
Medical tourism in India – Chennai, Madras, plastic surgery & heart bypass
Posted on 05. Nov, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
Medical tourism in India is a fast developing industry, so much so that it is expected to overtake mighty Thailand as the world’s premier medical tourism country within the next five or ten years. Facilities and staff here are absolutely top notch and some of the surgeons here are the best in the world. (more…)
Discovering Vietnam on a budget – flashpacker routes, hints & tips
Posted on 19. Oct, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
Vietnam is an ideal place for backpackers. It is very inexpensive and there is a tangible sense of adventure here for even the most basic day to day activities. Though plenty of expensive travel tours make it here and even though there is no shortage of luxury options, the backpacker circuit here is well established and most budget adventurers will get ample bang for their buck in Vietnam. (more…)
How to rent out your house or holiday home via the internet
Posted on 07. Sep, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
The Internet has made it infinitely easier for people to rent out property, but new technology also comes with new risks. If you’re renting out a holiday home, it’s important to make as many people aware of your property as possible.
This article contains several useful tips on how to rent your property out online and get the best deal possible. (more…)
Backpacking around Southeast Asia on a budget
Posted on 19. Aug, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
Southeast Asia’s low prices, favourable exchange rates and comprehensive transport networks that cover air, rail, road and sea mean that solo and independent travellers can set off on their own with confidence. Tourism has spread from the independent travellers’ paradise of Thailand into neighbouring countries like Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia and so budget hotels and dorms are abundant. (more…)
Rehab retreats for drug, alcohol and substance abuse addicts
Posted on 12. Aug, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
The use of drugs and alcohol is a normal part of life for many people these days. Various pressures can push people towards finding an escape through substance abuse of one sort or another. Often this can be particularly difficult for the friends and family around these people that have to witness their slow decline. However, there is some help available with rehabilitation retreats outside the addict’s home country proving particularly effective. This allows addicts to disassociate their problems with their normal surroundings and lets them take stock of their issues from a distance. (more…)
How to get a TEFL qualification for teaching abroad
Posted on 10. Aug, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
A TEFL (Teaching English as a foreign language) qualification enables someone to work teaching English to students who do not speak it as their first language. These courses can either be fast-track full time courses or alternatively take place in evenings or part time along with work or other studies. They are extremely popular as allow students or young people the ability to meet local people and earn money whilst travelling around the globe. (more…)
Purchasing your dream home in Phuket
Posted on 06. Aug, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
Phuket may be a playground for the rich and famous but there are some marvellous opportunities for buying property on the island as well. And you can even get your dream home designed by a team of professionals and settle down permanently. So read our guide to buying a villa in Phuket for the latest informed advice.
Everyone wants their own little slice of paradise with an ocean view and secluded location, and if you have the cash to spare then a villa in Phuket is certainly a great way to invest your money and make those dreams come true. (more…)
The magical island of Boracay in the Philippines
Posted on 04. Aug, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
Beautiful white beaches, an active nightlife, and a large number of fun outdoor pastimes are just a handful of things which make the island of Boracay on the western coast of the Philippines an island of paradise among its many visitors.
Hopefully, the following suggestions and information will come in handy for anyone who wants to get the most out of their stay in Boracay. (more…)
Best times of year to visit Bali
Posted on 01. Aug, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
Bali is packed with holiday makers and tourists every day of the year. Over the Christmas and New Year period beach lovers and families flock here from Australia particularly. Bali is a legendary holiday spot for Australians. However, the tourist scene in Bali is truly international.
When is the best time to visit Bali? This is a question that many potential visitors ask and it’s a valid one since the weather can make a difference to the Bali holiday experience. High heat and high humidity is part for the course every day of the year here but some visitors may prefer to avoid coming to Bali during the wet season. (more…)
Guide to Medical Tourism across the world including Asia, South America and Europe
Posted on 28. Jul, 2010 by admin in Travel articles
A growing number of Europeans and North Americans have decided to seek medical treatment in South America, South Africa, or Asia. Medical tourism may not be for everyone, but increasing numbers of potential patients are tempted by a holiday in a faraway nation where they can get medical care which is just as good quality and far cheaper than in their home countries.
This guide to medical tourism is just a brief explanation of its risks and advantages, and is certainly not intended to replace suggestions from a qualified medical professional. (more…)
