Naslov
Termalni turizam Hrvatske
(Spa Tourism in Croatia)

Autori
Bučar, K.

Izvornik
Acta turistica (0353-4316) 14 (2002), 2; 120, 139

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
zdravstveni turizam, termalni turizam, toplice, ponuda termalnog turizma, prevencija
(health tourism, spa tourism, spas, offer in spa tourism, prevention)

Sažetak
The roots of health tourism go as far back as the age of antiquity, but its importance gained ground only in the last thirty years. Two main features of this type of tourism are that it requires educated workforce and that it is not seasonally influenced. Spa tourism could help solve some of the problems of Croatia’s economy. Croatia should see the benefit of the development of spa tourism, as some of the spa destinations are located in continental parts of the country, where tourism has not developed. Development of tourism in these parts of Croatia could contribute to the growth of its economy. Spa tourism is popular among retired people. However and as of recently younger people are becoming attracted to spa tourism too. The majority of tourists come from the more developed parts of the world. Most of them live in the cities, where modern way of life can have adverse effects on their health. Lack of body exercise and stress are the causes of many diseases of the modern societies. Spa tourism should attract tourists, not only through offering stress relief and relaxation but also by offering other forms of entertainment. Croatian spa tourism has a long tradition and quality thermal resources, but many of these resources haven’t been fully utilised and provide limited offer to potential tourist.

Izvorni jezik
Hrvatski, engleski

Znanstvena područja
Ekonomija, Interdisciplinarne društvene znanosti

POVEZANOST RADA