Month: March 2026
Sri Lanka shows tourism potential at ITB Berlin 2026 – Daily FT
… travel opportunities and tourism products they had to offer. This was another opportunity to show Sri Lanka as a world-renowned travel destination …
Blue Lanka Tours reaches a record 3,000 Tripadvisor reviews with five-star ratings | Daily FT
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has recorded another success story as Blue Lanka Tours, the award-winning, homegrown destination management company, …
Sri Lanka assures seamless travel experience for visitors – Ada Derana
Tourist attractions including cultural, heritage, wildlife and leisure sites are fully open, while hotels, resorts, restaurants and transport services …
Tourist arrivals drop 25-30% in early March | The Morning – Themorning.lk
“While direct travel from Europe to Sri Lanka has declined, tourists are arriving via connecting flights through Muscat in Oman and Cairo in Egypt.
Middle East tensions may hit tourism and energy sectors – The Island
Tourism stakeholders say the first signs of a slowdown in visitor arrivals have begun to emerge as airlines and travel operators adjust to disruptions …
Australian HC debunks misleading travel risk claims for Sri Lanka – The Island
He said OzLanka initiative follows a proud tradition of cooperation and partnership between Australia and Sri Lankan media and tourism. “As the High …
Mideast war hits tourism with ‘noticeable’ cancellations: SLAITO | Daily FT
Sri Lanka’s inbound tour operators yesterday said the tourism industry is experiencing noticeable cancellations due to the Mideast crisis and …
Ella tourism zone struggling due to Middle East conflict | The Morning – Themorning.lk
This downturn has dealt a heavy blow to local hotels, lodges, restaurants, and countless service providers, including drivers and tour guides who …
QR code system planned for tourism service providers – Breaking News – Daily Mirror
… tourist arrivals from Europe and the Middle East has been observed in recent months. According to the Deputy Minister, many European tourists travel …
Sri Lanka charts course for high-end marine tourism with focus on shipwreck diving
By Nishel Fernando Sri Lanka is actively pivoting towards high-value, experiential travel by heavily promoting its untapped marine tourism sector, …