Wicked Travels Fall, 2013 | Page 55

A facelift in Brasil, hip replacement in India, heart surgery in Malaysia or dental work in Mexico; how much do you really know about traveling for your health?

As long as people have inhabited the earth they have crossed boundries to discover exotic elixirs, bathe in soothing hot springs, and consult eminent healers in pursuit of wellness and longevity.

Over 6 Million people traveled abroad for surgeries and medical treatments last year alone. And you may be surpised to find that your first introduction to traveling for wellness may come from your medical plan provider. As large companies like Walmart, Boeing, Lowes and PepsiCo negotiate bundled rates from medical facilities to minimize their costs, you may be presented with new choices of where to receive your medical care.

Wellness Beyond Borders breaks new ground by uniting the evolving world of health and wellness with the practical world of traveling. Whether it be luxuious spa treatments in Asia, fetility clinics at romantic resorts in the Caribbean, or shopping for those fabulous eyeglass frames in Italy, we'll share conversations about intriguing wellness opportunites across the globe.