Colombo, Sri Lanka: Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues its upward trajectory, recording a significant 17% year-on-year increase in tourist arrivals during the first 20 days of November 2024. With a total of 120,961 visitors, the country is well-positioned to achieve its annual target of 2 million arrivals. The average dailyContinue Reading
Just a few months after the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Board won the “Best Tourist Board” at the World Tourism Awards 2024, Sri Lanka has notched up another accolade, this time from the prestigious Wanderlust magazine and website. The magazine’s readers have overwhelmingly voted for Sri Lanka as the “MostContinue Reading
The visionary behind India’s successful ‘Incredible India’ campaign V. Sunil last week opined that Sri Lanka should explore on building a brand with a multi-dimensional approach that extends beyond scenic attractions, focusing instead on an experience-driven narrative that resonates with the interest of travellers. Speaking at the first-ever South AsianContinue Reading
Sweden is experiencing a surge in tourism with the introduction of visa-free travel for 92 countries as of November 2024, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, the UAE, the UK, and the United States. This initiative enhances Sweden’s status as a vibrant travel destination, inviting visitors to explore its stunning landscapes andContinue Reading
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is off to a robust start in November, with over 30,000 tourists arriving within the first five days of the month. From 1-5 November, the island nation welcomed 30,620 tourists, marking a 38% increase from the 22,202 arrivals during the same period a year ago. TheContinue Reading
1. Eat like a local in Colombo’s best restaraunts Sri Lanka is well known for its wonderful aromatic spices and delicious cuisine. Walk around Colombo and you’ll be struck by the aromas of coriander, cumin, cardamom and fennel seeds roasting and frying through small cafés and restaurants. Kahabath do theContinue Reading
Travel agencies from home and abroad are ramping up preparations for tourism products to China, after the country announced on Friday that it had decided to give visa-free treatment to another nine countries including Slovakia, Norway and South Korea on a trial basis. Industry participants noted that the move isContinue Reading
Sri Lanka, a resplendent island nation, boasts a plethora of captivating natural wonders. Among these gems, Wilpattu National Park stands out as a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Nestled in the Northwestern part of the country, Wilpattu offers a mesmerizing glimpse into Sri Lanka’s rich biodiversity and historicalContinue Reading
Sri Lanka, a small island nation in the Indian Ocean, boasts a remarkable avian diversity that makes it a prime destination for bird watching. With over 430 species, including 33 stunning endemics found nowhere else on Earth, Sri Lanka offers a unique bird-watching adventure for enthusiasts of all levels. WhyContinue Reading
The majority of travelers are now ready to consider booking domestic and international trips, but only if airlines, airports, hotels and car rental companies collectively implement ten different safety measures throughout their journey, including fully flexible or refundable flight tickets. This is according to the results of new independent research released by Travelport,Continue Reading