Category: Tourism
Sri Lanka unveils new eVisa scheme offering longer durations of stay & diverse visa categories
The newly launched www.srilankaevisa.lk platform significantly enhances Sri Lanka’s visa processing system by replacing the previous Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) framework. This robust and state-of-the-art platform efficiently manages non-resident applications for a diverse range of visa categories, including short-term, long-term, transit, and gratis visas, across 15 visa categories, with stay durations of one month to […]
Foreigners Can Now Apply for Sri Lankan Driving License at the Airport
In a significant move to facilitate foreign individuals seeking a driving license in Sri Lanka, State Minister of Transport, Lasantha Alagiyawanna, announced a new initiative. Starting from April 15th, 2024, foreigners will be able to apply for a driving license directly at the airport. Upon exiting the airport, they will be able to obtain their […]
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An interactive session organized by the Sri Lankan Airlines at the Sri Lanka High Commission in London, served as a platform for fostering collaboration between top UK tourism agencies and Foreign Minister Ali Sabry. The purpose of this event was to collectively strategize and enhance Sri Lanka’s position as a leading, multifaceted tourist destination. Regional […]
Chef Gary Mehigan explores Sri Lanka’s cuisine, culture and scenery through Cinnamon Hotels & Resort
Gary Mehigan, the distinguished British-Australian celebrity chef and former original judge of MasterChef Australia, embarked on a profound weeklong exploration through the enchanting landscapes of Sri Lanka. This immersive journey followed a remarkable 3-day culinary experience hosted in collaboration with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. Immersing himself in the essence of Sri Lankan cuisine, culture, and […]
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This is the most beautiful train ride. You will see beautiful nature. Beautiful culture. And beautiful people. Welcome to one of my favorite countries in the world: Sri Lanka. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxdfZVVRbC0
‘s Tourism sector: RIUNIT report
The Research Intelligence Unit (RIUNIT) has released a comprehensive report shedding light on the current state of the Sri Lankan Travel and Tourism sector. Despite the challenges posed by the global COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent economic crises, the data reveals promising trends in tourist arrivals and spending, indicating a gradual recovery in the industry, paving […]
Advocata Institute raises concerns over enforcing minimum room rates for hotels in Colombo
The Advocata Institute raised concerns about the policy by Sri Lankan authorities to enforce minimum room rates for hotels in Colombo starting from October 1st, 2023. The gazetted rates are USD 100 for 5-star hotels, USD 75 for 4-star hotels, USD 50 for 3-star hotels, USD 35 for 2- star hotels, and USD 20 for […]
Sri Lanka Embassy organizes Food Festival in Israel
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in the State of Israel organized a Sri Lankan food festival featuring 32 traditional dishes showcasing the culinary diversity of Sri Lanka. The event was held at the residence of the Ambassador of Sri Lanka, in Tel Aviv. Invitees included members of travel and tour agencies, journalists, culinary writers, YouTubers, […]
13 acres added to conservation forest maintained by Heritance Kandalama
In line with its long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability, Aitken Spence Hotels is proud to announce the expansion of Heritance Kandalama’s biodiversity forest oasis. This significant investment sees an additional 13 acres of land added to the conservation forest area, which now spans 211 acres creating a secure forest bridge within the existing Forest Department […]
New online passport application system initiated; Passports to be delivered within 3 days
The Immigration and Emigration Controller General, Harsha Ilukpitiya, announced that President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s initiative to digitize public services includes the implementation of an online passport application system in the coming days. This new process aims to streamline the passport application process and ensure that passports are delivered to applicants’ residences within a span of three […]
Visa applications from Sri Lanka touched 68-pct of pre-pandemic volumes in 2022: VFS Global
Visa applications from Sri Lanka in 2022 witnessed significant recovery driven by pent-up demand, opening of international borders, and eased COVID protocols. According to VFS Global, the world’s largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, visa applications from Sri Lanka in 2022 reached 68% of the pre-pandemic levels (2019). In comparison […]
Aitken Spence Travels sets stage to welcome inaugural Bulgarian flight for 2023
Aitken Spence Travels (AST) welcomed a charter flight from Bulgaria on 02nd March 2023 to the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) with 200 holiday makers. The visitors from Bulgaria will be discovering Sri Lanka with excursions to explore the vivid culture of the country including Kandy city, the cultural triangle, Pinnawela, the misty mountains of […]