Medical tourism

If I had a round trip ticket to travel anywhere in the world. Where would it be? What would I do? What would happen when I get there? I might just go to a city below sea level. Why on earth would anyone want to go to a city below any type of bodies of water? It’s still a mystery for me. However, Dominican Republic is below sea level and that is where I would like to visit one day. It seems as if there is so much to do there. Dominican Republic is well known for its beautiful beaches. Also, one…

Miami is one of the most popular destinations in both Florida and the United States. The cultural hub is home to an ethnically diverse community with an equally diverse set of interests. However, how much do you really know about the city? With that in mind, here we present our list of 15 things you probably didn't know about Miami. Check out part one below, and stay tuned for part two, coming soon! Number Fifteen: It's Home to a Park Named After KC and The Sunshine Band. There's a park in the…

be achievable and the set goals will be accomplished. I have set myself two goals to achieve by the end of the placement at the Bangor Visitor Information Centre. The first goal set is to earn experience within the tourism industry and the different aspects including marking, tourism development and events. This will give me an insight to different parts…

Welcome to Zion’s National Park! Today we will be going on a ture. While we are on this amazing ride I will tell you everything that I honestly think is pretty cool about Zion then get to doing what you think is interesting. First off it is located in Springdale, Utah. One of the things that most tourists want to come and see is the Virgin River. As it flows through the forests it is so clear that I can see the bottom. Zion is about 147,000 acres long, and in those acres there are beautiful…

Fellow students, this is a very exciting proposition for you. The Cornerstone Christian Academy 8th grade class has won a trip. Not just any trip, but an overnight field trip anywhere along the east coast. This could be anywhere from the tip of Maine to the Florida Keys. This is time to rewind, relax, and enjoy ourselves. It would be a great bonding experience for the 32 of us, and we’d grow closer as a class and Cornerstone family. So, why not Key West? Many resorts dot the tropical island of…

If I had a ticket to go anywhere in the world I would go to California and go to the beach and take in the view and see what this place has to offer it is full of culture because of all the people that go there and decide to live you just might get a new perspective on life and see all it has to offer there is so much you can do there and so much good food as well you could go scuba diving and look at the marine life that live there or take a seat at Hollywood at watch some of the classics that…

Guests at Atlantis, The Palm resort can celebrate life under the sea in their enchanting Beyond the Sea village. The village will host a number of children’s activities throughout summer in Poseidon’s court – which is located in front of the Ambassador Lagoon. Home to over 65 000 marine animals, Ambassador Lagoon is the perfect spot to host Beyond the Sea and its many activities, some of which will include: Sand Art, Atlantis Sea Pals, Games, and Colour-a-tee. What’s more, for those who…

Located on Murcia’s Costa Calida, the former fishing village of Los Alcázares sits on Europe’s largest salt water lagoon with pristine “Blue Flagged” beaches that are ideal for both families and water sports enthusiasts. Surrounded by history dating back to the Romans and the Moors the area contains a treasure trove of architectural wonders just waiting to be discovered. World class golf is on your doorstep as is the stunning Ricote Valley and all its gastronomic delights that you can sample…

Just minutes from the fun and excitement at Puerto Vallarta is the all-inclusive Hard Rock Hotel Vallarta resort. You can life like a rock star at this luxury resort that is right on the Nuevo Vallarta beach. You and your family will enjoy the magnificent views, excellent food and beverages and a wide range of activities at your fingertips. Water sports include kayaking, diving, snorkeling, sailing and dee-sea fishing. On land, you have a selection of championship golf courses, horseback riding,…

Introduction Governments validate large investments in elite sports by emphasising the benefits that are generated by elite athlete success and the hosting of international events. Sporting events are frequently associated with increased tourism, new facilities and infrastructure development as well as intangible outcomes, such as national identity, civic pride, diplomatic recognition and sports development at both elite and mass participation levels (Preuss 2007). The ‘Trickle Down Effect’ is a…