By Christine T
KUCHING, Oct 6: Sarawak’s clean environment and access to natural attractions could give the State an advantage in attracting medical tourists seeking places to recover following treatment, says Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.
He said patients could spend one to two weeks in hospital, depending on their treatment, before continuing their recovery at hotels in Kuching and later visiting areas such as Sematan, Lundu, and Telok Melano for fresh air and nature-based activities.
“And then, if you need fresh air away from the city, we are developing Sematan and Lundu,” he said during the officiation of a hotel here today.
He said Telok Melano, in particular, offered attractions such as Pulau Talang-Talang, river and sea cruises, turtle-watching, and sport fishing that could complement the recovery experience for medical tourists.
