EMIRATES AND SRILANKAN HAVE ESTABLISHED A RECIPROCAL INTERLINE PARTNERSHIP. 1. Thirty routes operated by both airlines are encompassed by the partnership. 2. Two new points in India and Gan Island in the Maldives can be reached by Emirates customers via Colombo with seamless connectivity and baggage transfers. 3. Emirates customers can be traveled with by […]
Nestled amidst the lush green hills of Hatton, Sri Lanka, Eagles Ridge Log Cabin offers a serene and rustic getaway like no other. This charming log cabin is a hidden gem that provides travelers with a unique opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
On August 1, the day of the Sri Lankan leopard is observed – the unique subspecies of leopard, Panthera pardus kotiya, that is practically found in all parts of our little island. Sri Lanka Leopard Day was established in 2021 as part of an initiative led by the Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS), along […]
The latest campaign, ‘The Colours of Jaffna,’ has been launched by SriLankan Airlines, the National Carrier, with the aim of promoting tourism in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka. With the potential of the vibrant north of the country, abundant in striking architecture, cultural richness, and unique culinary delights, the beauty of these aspects has […]
The earning of $219 million from tourism in July was reported by a top tourism official, citing data from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. It was conveyed by Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Chairman Priantha Fernando that the country had been visited by 143,039 tourists last month, compared to the 47,293 visitor arrivals […]
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 […]