The conclusion of the 2024 ITB Berlin Convention, renowned as the foremost gathering of global travel industry leaders, marked a pivotal moment for Sri Lanka Tourism. Across three days, top international thought leaders convened to explore the latest trends, innovations, and challenges within the travel industry. Notably, Sri Lanka unveiled its new destination positioning, ‘You’ll
Sri Lanka’s Enchanting Beauty And Rich Heritage On The Pekoe Trail.
Sri Lanka’s Enchanting Beauty And Rich Heritage On The Pekoe Trail.
2024-03-10T04:47:56+00:00
Adventure, Destinations, News
Picture an awe-inspiring expedition through the verdant heart of Sri Lanka’s central highlands, where The Pekoe Trail beckons as a must-visit destination in 2024, as recognized by National Geographic. This trail, the inaugural walking and hiking venture under the Serendipity Trails umbrella, promises an invigorating odyssey through nature, history, and culture. Spanning over 300 kilometers,
Tourism Alliance Launches Sri Lanka’s First Dedicated Travel Agent Training Portal.
Tourism Alliance Launches Sri Lanka’s First Dedicated Travel Agent Training Portal.
2024-02-10T11:19:15+00:00
News
The Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance has introduced “The Sri Lanka Travel Expert,” the country’s first travel agent training portal, in collaboration with the European Union (EU) and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). This initiative aims to enhance tourism expertise and promote Sri Lanka as a preferred destination. Malik J. Fernando, Chair of the Tourism
Embassy in Jakarta Promotes SL’s Culinary and Tourist Destinations with Social Media Influencers.
Embassy in Jakarta Promotes SL’s Culinary and Tourist Destinations with Social Media Influencers.
2024-02-10T10:46:27+00:00
Destinations
The Sri Lankan Embassy in Jakarta collaborated with prominent Indonesian social media influencers Yosua Anugerah Mogea and Richard Widodo to highlight Sri Lanka’s culture, cuisine, and tourist spots. The influencers attended a Sri Lankan culinary demonstration at the embassy on February 15, enjoying dishes like egg hoppers and honey pancakes. Ambassador Jayanath Colombage showcased Sri
Sri Lanka to Extend Free Visa Scheme to Boost International Arrivals.
Sri Lanka to Extend Free Visa Scheme to Boost International Arrivals.
2024-02-10T10:37:14+00:00
News
Sri Lanka plans to extend its free visa facility for visitors from seven key markets beyond March 2024 to boost tourist arrivals amid record levels anticipated this year. Introduced as a pilot project in November, the facility was set to end in March 2024 but may now be extended due to promising arrivals in January
Sri Lanka shines at BIT-2024 Travel Fair in Milan, Italy
The 44th edition of BIT – Borsa Internazionale del Turismo, organized by Fiera Milano, concluded on February 6 with strong attendance from the public and satisfaction from over 1,100 exhibitors from 66 countries. The event facilitated 8,585 one-to-one meetings, a 15% increase from 2023. BIT 2024 showcased various categories such as sustainable tourism, luxury vacations,
