Category: Tourism
First Multistakeholder Initiative on Child Rights in Tourism Launched in Sri Lanka
On World Tourism Day, representatives from leading hotel businesses, tourism associations, NGOs, and government departments convened in Colombo to officially launch the Mother and Child-Friendly Seal for Responsible Business in Tourism. This pioneering initiative, the first of its kind in Sri Lanka, brings together key actors from the tourism supply chain to enhance the well-being […]
Visa Applications Now Available Under Previous System Starting Midnight Today
Minister of Public Security, Vijitha Herath addressed the recent visa issues, stating that the government has taken swift action to resolve the challenges faced in obtaining visas over the past 24 hours. Starting from 12.00 midnight today (26), all foreigners will be able to apply for visas under the previous system. Minister Vijitha Herath further […]
Aitken Spence Hotels to Elevate Rainforest Ecolodge as a Global Model of Sustainable Tourism
Sri Lanka’s leading hospitality chain, Aitken Spence Hotels, announces its latest venture: the takeover of the management of Rainforest Ecolodge, the first classified ecolodge in the country. This partnership is more than just a management agreement; and represents a continuation of a visionary legacy and a profound commitment to sustainable tourism and innovative hospitality solutions. […]
Ceylon Chamber calls on Government to Revisit Visa strategy
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce requests the Government to consider all aspects of the new eVisa issuance process and review the pricing in the larger interest of growing the tourism sector. Presently, there is great debate on the cost and process of the new system whereas the focus should be on destination marketing and improving […]
The Sri Lanka Coffee Festival returns for an exciting round three
The Lanka Coffee Association, in partnership with Australia’s Market Development Facility (MDF) and Jetwing Hotels, successfully hosted the third-annual Sri Lanka Coffee Festival on 6 June 2024 at Jetwing Lighthouse, Galle. The finals of the LCA Barista Championship were held alongside the festival activities. Sri Lanka’s first-ever study on the impact of climate change on […]
dnata Travel Group launches global travel industry event to boost tourism in Sri Lanka
dnata Travel Group, a leading Dubai-based travel services provider, part of the Emirates Group, is launching a travel industry event in Sri Lanka this June, Horizon: Sri Lanka, hosted by senior representatives from its global brands, amidst growing demand for travel to the island country. For dnata Travel Group brands and its partners at Emirates […]
Sri Lanka Targets UAE as a Key Tourism Market at Arabian Travel Market 2024
Sri Lanka made a significant presence at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 in Dubai highlighting the island nation’s diverse attractions and offerings. The Sri Lanka pavilion at ATM 2024 was organized by the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Dubai in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB). Arabian Travel Market was […]
Emirates extends strategic partnership with Sri Lanka Tourism to boost visitor traffic to the South Asian island
Emirates has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to promoting tourism to Sri Lanka through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau at Arabian Travel Market 2024 in Dubai. The MoU was signed by Ahmed Khoory, Emirates’ Senior Vice President, Commercial West Asia & Indian Ocean, and Chalaka Gajabahu, Chairman, Sri […]
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 […]