The concept of combining a holiday with cosmetic surgery is becoming a popular trend these days. The latest in the vacation news is that Scots are jumping onto this package-tour-cosmetic-surgery concept. New package holidays for Scots include cut-price plastic surgery overseas. The specialized deals include breast surgery, tummy tucks, liposuction and face-lifts.

A growing number of Scots now seek health treatment overseas at up to half the UK costs. The move comes just weeks after a recent study revealed more than 50,000 Brits traveled abroad for treatment last year - 25 per cent more than in 2005.

Dental work is the most popular for medical tourists with cosmetic surgery a close second. And people wanting hip or knee replacements, laser eye surgery and cataract removal are skipping NHS waiting lists and UK private treatment for operations abroad.

Researchers predict NHS budget shortfalls, waiting lists and fears over MRSA and other hospital bugs in the UK will lead to the trend growing further. Brits are now spending £160million a year on medical treatment abroad.