The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL), the apex body representing the country’s formal hotel sector, announced the launch of its digital destination campaign titled “Truly Sri Lanka,” marking the first ever industry-driven initiative and a milestone in promoting island’s diverse tourism offerings to emerging markets.  Representing international and local hotel brands, boutique resorts, wellness

Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS), together with Edelweiss Air, recently celebrated the launch of direct flights between Colombo and Zurich at the Swiss Ambassador’s residence. The service will operate twice weekly, on Fridays and Sundays, using an Airbus A340 with a capacity of 314 passengers. SWISS, the national carrier of Switzerland, and Edelweiss Air, its

Amari Colombo has been honoured as Sri Lanka’s Leading Business Hotel 2025 at the World Travel Awards (WTA), Asia and Oceania Gala Ceremony held in Hong Kong in October 2025. This accolade recognises the hotel’s exceptional standards of service, contemporary design, and its position as a benchmark for business hospitality in Sri Lanka. The glittering

The resorts Resplendent Ceylon Relais and Chateaux have been awarded the prestigious MICHELIN Key distinctions, an honour that places Sri Lanka firmly on the global luxury hospitality map. Only a select number of luxury resorts globally have been given this honour.  Ceylon Tea Trails have received the highest accolade of 3 MICHELIN Keys, the only

A total of 126,379 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in September, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. According to data released by the SLTDA, a total of 37,179 tourists have arrived from India which accounts to 29.4%. Furthermore, 8,937 persons from the United Kingdom, 7,799 from Germany, 7,049

Sri Lanka has been ranked as the No. 1 travel destination for October 2025 by global travel guide Time Out. October is considered the perfect month to explore Sri Lanka, falling in the shoulder season when crowds are smaller, prices are lower, and the weather is favorable across much of the country.  According to Time