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SLAITO’S CONCERNS ABOUT GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT IN URBAN HOTEL ROOM PRICING

The Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) has recently voiced apprehensions regarding the government’s intervention in determining the pricing of hotel rooms in city establishments. This development has sparked significant concern within the industry. The recent decision to impose Minimum Room Rates (MRR) for Colombo hotels has elicited concern from the Sri Lanka […]

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SRI LANKA TOURISM DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (SLTDA) RELEASES DIRECTIVE ESTABLISHING MINIMUM ROOM RATES FOR COLOMBO HOTELS

Here are the key provisions of the directive in a more concise and straightforward format: Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Chairman Priantha Fernando officially informed Colombo City hotel General Managers on Friday about the implementation of Minimum Room Rates (MRR) from October 1, 2023, putting an end to speculations regarding possible deferment due to […]

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GARTMORE FALLS – A HIDDEN GEM IN MASKELIYA, SRI LANKA

Nestled amidst the lush greenery and serene landscapes of Maskeliya in Sri Lanka lies a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered – Gartmore Falls. Away from the hustle and bustle of the more popular tourist destinations, this enchanting waterfall offers an escape into the heart of nature’s beauty. In this blog, we’ll embark on a […]

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EXPLORING THE MYSTICAL BEAUTY AND HISTORY OF ADAM’S PEAK

INTRODUCTION Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka, Adam’s Peak, also known as Sri Pada, is a place of immense natural beauty and deep spiritual significance. This iconic mountain, rising to an elevation of 2,243 meters (7,359 feet) above sea level, has been a pilgrimage site for centuries, attracting travelers, hikers, and devotees from around […]

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HINGURAKGODA AIRPORT IS SET TO UNDERGO A TRANSFORMATION INTO AN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Feasibility studies have commenced for the transformation of Hingurakgoda Airport, also known as Minneriya Airport, into an international civil airport. The Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd. (AASL) has initiated these studies, as confirmed by AASL Chairman Maj. Gen. (Retd) G.A. Chandrasiri in an interview with The Sunday Morning Business. The decision to develop […]

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