A little bird told me..............
Wellness tourism is a component of Health Tourism but is distinguished from medical tourism.
Tourism Malaysia has initiated a Wellness Zone project in Port Dickson to attract foreign tourist in 2007.
Project covers a 61km zone from Lukut to Pasir Panjang, Port Dickson.
Treatments offered within this zone:
a) Medical
b) Aesthetic
c) Cosmetic surgery
d) Dental services
e) Wellness and spa treatments
f) Traditional Medicine
To attract foreign businesses , following incentives are offered:
a) 10years tax exemption for income generated on services rendered to
foreign citizens
b) tax exemption for machines and equipment
Additional note:
Between 2-3m medical travellers worldwide, with the main bulk going to SouthEast Asia, North Asia and India.
( ref: NST BIZ NEWS - FEB 29 2008)
