June 6, 2024
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7min
Kelani Valley Plantations PLC pioneers intellectual tourism concept and establishment of on-estate biodiversity conservation center Kelani Valley Plantations (KVPL), a Hayleys Plantations company, proudly announced a historic achievement with its “Triple Crown of World Firsts” event. This milestone centers around Halgolla Estate, which has become the first tea estate in the world to achieve the […]

May 8, 2024
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4min
Emirates reaffirms support to Sri Lanka’s tourism sector through Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau  Dubai, UAE – 8 May 2024: 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 […]

March 28, 2024
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5min
The Chairman and Co-Founder, Darrell Wade of the world’s largest adventure travel company and a leader in responsible tourism has made a special visit to Sri Lanka to highlight the need for sustainable growth and the importance of Sri Lanka to Intrepid’s 2030 strategy.     As part of its commitment to its global teams, […]

March 27, 2024
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4min
27th March, 2024, Colombo– William Angliss Institute, Australia in partnership with the Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (CAHM) is proud to celebrate a decade of excellence in tourism, hospitality and culinary education. As the largest private hospitality management institute in Sri Lanka, the Colombo Academy of Hospitality Management (CAHM)hosted at the Malabe campus of Sri […]

March 13, 2024
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Unveils New Brand Identity and Showcases Unmatched Diversity in Sri Lanka The ITB Berlin Convention, the world’s leading travel industry think tank, recently concluded its 2024 event, where over the course of three days, top international Travel and Tourism industry thought leaders gathered to discuss the latest trends, innovations, and developments, and to debate the […]

March 5, 2024
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A young Hirushan Vijayanga hailing from deep down south, Rakawa has created a major sensation in the local tourism arena by obtaining a patent for his unique design, name and logo of the hotel, Igabara Hobbit House. Just 27 years of age and CIMA undergraduate, he ventured into the tourism sector in 2019 by opening […]

February 20, 2024
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8min
Tourism in Sri Lanka is on a high growth trajectory following a boost in Sri Lanka’s potential as a must-visit destination. Visa free travel for tourists from China, India, Indonesia, Russia, Thailand, Malaysia and Japan has provided the right nudge for tourists to put Sri Lanka on the top of their travel bucket list. Nationals […]

December 30, 2023
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22min
Discovering Sri Lanka: The 2024 Top Travel Destination In today’s rapidly changing world, the significance of accurate weather forecasts cannot be overstated. In 2024, Sri Lanka is set to become one of the most sought-after travel destinations. With its diverse landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and stunning beaches, Sri Lanka has something to offer every type […]

October 17, 2023
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21min
Introduction to Sri Lanka’s UNESCO Heritage Sites Sri Lanka, a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean, is home to a rich cultural heritage that dates back centuries. The country’s historical and archaeological wonders have been recognized by UNESCO, with eight sites in Sri Lanka designated as World Heritage Sites. These UNESCO World Heritage […]


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