Month: November 2024
Lankan envoy in Thailand holds talks with Minor International Group CEO on promoting tourism
Ambassador Edirisinghe emphasised the importance of leveraging Minor Hotels’ global footprint to spotlight Sri Lanka as a premier travel destination …
Is a robust visa platform in Sri Lanka a critical need for tourism sector? – Daily Mirror
The impact on legitimate tourism is already evident. Multiple travel advisories, warning of threats, have further complicated the recovery efforts …
“Sri Lanka is a peaceful, beautiful and friendly destination ahead of tourist season” – Foreign Ministry
… travel advisories. This request was reiterated by Foreign Minister Herath yesterday. The US side rescinded the security alert this afternoon …
U.S. Embassy lifts travel advisory for Arugam Bay – Hiru News
U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung clarified that the advisory was a precautionary measure, not a travel ban, aimed at ensuring tourist safety. EMBASSY …
US Embassy Colombo rescinds travel restrictions for Arugam Bay | EconomyNext
On October 23, the embassy asked nationals to avoid Arugam Bay in Sri Lanka’s Eastern Coast, a popular tourist destination, saying there was credible …
US Embassy rescinds travel restrictions for Arugam Bay – Newswire
Soon after, Police Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa clarified that the surge in Israeli tourists and the occupation of a building in the Arugam Bay area …
Hiking in Seoul gains popularity among foreign visitors – Nation.lk
… Tourism Centers being international tourists … Group tours tailored for foreign tourists, companies and travel agencies are also on the rise.
Wonders of Sigiriya and Sri Lankan wellness tourism promoted in Sweden – Daily FT
The program was held in collaboration with the Swedish Chapter of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and Siddhalepha Wellness Resorts & Spa.
Sri Lanka projected to emerge as one of world’s fastest-growing travel destinations in 2025
The report positions Sri Lanka as Asia’s leading destination for tourism spending growth next year, followed by Laos, at 30 percent and Cambodia, at …
Sri Lanka wins ‘Best Stand for Doing Business’ award at WTM 2024 – The Island.lk
It was presented to chairman Sri Lanka Tourism Buddhika Hewawasam by the Johnathan Hull, chairman of World Travel Market & Reed Exhibitions UK on …