International travel is a pursuit enjoyed by many millions of people for a variety of reasons – typically a break from the regular home / work routine that enables us to pay for our holidays in the first place. There is little doubt that travel broadens the mind and takes us beyond horizons which only a few decades ago would have seemed out of reach. The purpose of travel has also shifted to meet the demands and expectations of what is more of a ‘free market’ and greater consumer awareness of how people can spend their money to meet their lifestyle inclinations.

With the advent of cheap flights, the internet and the confidence to make online independent travel arrangements, more people are using an overseas holiday trip to take care of themselves in less obvious ways than basking on a beach at agia napa. The advent of ‘health tourism’ allows people to make choices about how, where and when they receive treatment for various personal healthcare needs, very often at significantly cheaper cost than in the UK. A good example is ‘eye care’ in cyprus. The casual observer will see across the island- and particularly in the major tourist destinations of Paphos, Larnaca, Limassol, Nicosia and agia napa - a proliferation of Opticians offering a wide range of services – and offering latest designer brand  ‘shades’ alongside regular spectacles.  Specialist treatment is commonly available for more advanced eye conditions.

cyprus is rapidly gaining a reputation for excellence and expertise, with practitioners  trained and gaining their professional qualifications in the UK and other European countries. There are many specialist eye surgeons in cyprus performing laser and other corrective treatments including cornea replacements and cataracts.

As an example Cataract removals - using the latest ultra sound technologies
can be arranged with no waiting period and at a cost of between 700 – 900 cyprus Pounds. This compares favourably with the UK with its long waiting times and costs equivalent to up to 3,000 cyprus Pounds. Another advantage is that English is widely spoken and used in everyday professional practice.

The cost-savings alone can more than pay for the trip - ensuring quick, reliable and first class treatment - and justify a well deserved break. Obviously there are other destinations offering good quality eye care services. In joining the Euro Currency zone in January 2008, price comparisons between cyprus and many EU countries such as Italy, Greece, France and Germany will be much easier to make.

A refreshing difference between cyprus and the UK is that when you see an Optician in cyprus there should be NO EYE TEST CHARGES. After testing you will be spoilt for choice and pleasantly surprised at the prices when compared to the UK, including all the latest ‘designer’ frames. Costs can be 50% to 70% less than the UK. Bespoke new glasses and lenses are usually available within 48 hours. Contact lenses covering the full range of hard - soft - semi permeable and colours are also available with delivery taking perhaps a few days longer. Many holidaymakers now take advantage of this facility and have new glasses on their Shopping list alongside regular souvenirs!
 

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