A luxury cruise ship belonging to the Ritz-Carlton fleet, carrying 400 passengers, arrived on the 14th of December at the Colombo Port. Deputy Minister of Tourism Ruwan Ranasinghe noted that the arrival of such a large passenger cruise ship in the country is a significant boost to the tourism industry, especially given the recent challenges

Jetstar will take off for the first time from Australia to Sri Lanka in August next year, with the launch of the only direct low-cost service from Melbourne to the South Asian nation’s capital, Colombo.  From 25 August 2026, Jetstar will become the first Australian airline to operate this route, flying three times a week

ITC Ratnadipa proudly announces that it has been awarded the coveted 5-Star Classification Certificate by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), reaffirming its commitment to delivering world-class hospitality and sustainable luxury. The certificate was formally presented by Mr. Buddhika Hewawasam, Chairman of SLTDA & SLTPB, and accepted by Mr. Keenan McKenzie, Area Manager –