This project focuses on spa development in the V4 region (Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia) and analyses the extent to which traditional medical spas are being adapted to attract and accommodate commercial (non-state-funded) guests and international tourists. This includes the development of infrastructure, the upgrading and regeneration of facilities, the improvement of service quality and the enhancement of visitor experiences. The potential for wellness services and health tourism are a major focus of the research.
The project is co-financed by the Governments of Czechia, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia through Visegrad Grants from International Visegrad Fund. The mission of the fund is to advance ideas for sustainable regional cooperation in Central Europe.
Date of event: March 26th 2021
Time of event: 9.00-16.30 (CET) via Zoom
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/93383050003 Meeting ID: 933 8305 0003 Passcode: 759590
Schedule of the Event
9.00: Welcome and Introduction to the Event and the Project (Dr Melanie Kay Smith)
9.15-10.50: Analysis of the current situation and presentations of Delphi Study research in the V4 countries: Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia
11.00– 13.00: Presentations by invited Keynote speakers about main challenges and opportunities for the V4 region
13.30-15.30: Presentations by invited speakers
15.30 – 16.00: Final discussion, debate, future directions