Disadvantages and shortcomings in Hungary’s health tourism

Hungary’s achievement in health tourism concentrates on a narrow circle of places, despite the fact that the geographical distribution of natural resources is not restricted to a few areas. (Molnár Cs. 2011).
Several of our destinations are difficult to access. Infrastucturally and suprastructurally they are outdated and the plans for development are uncoordinated.
The level of the provision of services is low and human resources are also insufficient: properly trained professionals (animators, recreators) are not always at the disposal of guests.
The marketing activities of spas do not necessarily aim at addressing the relevant target groups.
The introduction of complementary medical and thermal torurism services is slow, although they would make it possible for several generations to spend quality time together at the resorts.
There are difficulties in settling bills with health insurance companies.
The project approach and the regional approach are not present in developmental and marketing plans. (Szabóné Iványi E. 2001).
Concerning the offers in adventure and wellness tourism, Hungary is falling behind other countries, especially nearby Austria. (Albel A. 2012).
Health tourism developments in a certain settlement bring about changes only in the life of the given settlement and they do not lead to larger-scale improvements. (Molnár Cs. 2011).