Swiss airline, Edelweiss Air resumed scheduled seasonal flight operations to Sri Lanka yesterday carrying 221 passengers on the inaugural flight that arrived at 9.25 a.m. at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), to cater to winter tourism. The inaugural flight was ceremonially welcomed with a water salute by Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Ltd. The airline

Sri Lanka wins “Best Stand for Doing Business” award at WTM 2024
Sri Lanka Tourism has once again showcased its global appeal and commitment to strengthening the tourism industry by winning the esteemed “Best Stand for Doing Business” award at the 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) in London, competing with more than 183 destination stands present at the show. It was presented to Sri Lanka Tourism Chairman

Cinnamon Life at “City of Dreams” declared open in Colombo
The 687 room luxury hotel “Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka” by the John Keells Group was officially declared open in Colombo, on Tuesday (October 15). Developed at an investment of over USD 1.2 billion by the John Keells Group, this is the largest and most ambitious private investment in the country which will

John Keells Leisure Inbound Sector Kicks Off 4th Professional Chauffeur Guide Training Program, Introducing First Female Chauffeur Guides
John Keells Leisure Inbound Sector Kicks Off 4th Professional Chauffeur Guide Training Program, Introducing First Female Chauffeur Guides

Setting market trends, John Keells Leisure Inbound Sector continues to lead with innovative projects. One such initiative is the Professional Chauffeur Guide Training Program, aimed at introducing well-educated and skilled chauffeur guides to the industry. This year’s program ran from May 4 to September 8, offering over 50 hours of training. Participants received insights into

Amari Colombo: A new landmark in Colombo’s commercial district
The much-anticipated opening of Amari Colombo in the heart of the bustling Kollupitiya commercial district marks a significant milestone for the city’s hospitality industry. Strategically positioned within one of Colombo’s key business hubs, Amari Colombo is poised to become a landmark destination for both business and leisure travellers. This addition is a reflection of the

Sri Lanka Tourism gets professionals as new heads
The Government has appointed new Chairmen for the four key tourism institutions.Buddhika Hewawasam has been appointed as the Chairman of both the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) and Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB). In addition, Dheera Hettiarachchi has been appointed as the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management