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Bulgaria’s health tourism: A strategic opportunity

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20 September 2024

Bulgaria’s health tourism: A strategic opportunity

Health and medical tourism

Wellness tourism

Changes in tourism demand and opportunities

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Deputy Minister of Tourism in Bulgaria highlights health tourism as a key opportunity for Bulgaria to leverage its resources and boost its economy.

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Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Bulgaria

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    • Health and medical tourism

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The statement by Irena Georgieva, Deputy Minister of Tourism in Bulgaria, highlights the potential of health tourism. She emphasizes that health tourism is a significant and realistic opportunity for Bulgaria to offer diverse and high-quality services. Georgieva points out that Bulgaria has the necessary resources, including mineral springs, modern medical facilities, and skilled professionals, to attract tourists seeking health and wellness treatments. The development of health tourism could boost the country’s economy and enhance its international image as a destination for quality healthcare services (The original piece available only in Bulgarian).

#Health tourism #Wellness tourism #Medical tourism #Tourism development

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