A total of 198,235 tourists arrived in the country in August 2025, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. This is an increase of 20.4% in comparison to the numbers arrived in August 2024. According to the latest data released by the SLTDA, a total of 46,473 tourists arrived from India in
Kandy Myst by Cinnamon sets benchmark as first LEED Gold certified hotel In Kandy
Kandy Myst by Cinnamon sets benchmark as first LEED Gold certified hotel In Kandy
2025-09-03T04:39:33+00:00
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Kandy Myst by Cinnamon, the newest addition to the Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts portfolio developed in partnership with Indra Traders Ltd., has become the first hotel in Kandy to be awarded the prestigious LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification under the globally recognised LEED v4 Building Design and Construction (BD+C) rating system.
Lanka to host South Asian Travel Awards
The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), the region’s most prestigious platform recognising excellence in travel, tourism, and hospitality, announced that its 9th edition will be hosted in Sri Lanka. The event is scheduled to take place from 19 to 20 September 2025 at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, which will serve as the official host venue. Organised
Sri Lanka’s North East among Lonely Planet’s best places to go in August 2025
Sri Lanka’s North East among Lonely Planet’s best places to go in August 2025
2025-09-03T04:31:04+00:00
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The North East of Sri Lanka is among the best places to go in August 2025, according to the leading global travel guide, Lonely Planet. Lonely Planet recommends visiting Arugam Bay, Nilaveli, Uppuveli and Passekudah in the North East, and the rock fortress of Sigiriya and spiritual hub Kandy in the Central Province. “There’s a
Sri Lanka ranked the Most Beautiful Island in the World
Colombo, July 29 (Daily Mirror) – Sri Lanka has been crowned the most beautiful island in the world, taking the top spot on the list of “The 50 Best Islands in the World” compiled by global travel site Big 7 Travel. The 2025 list celebrates the world’s most breathtaking island destinations, with Sri Lanka placing
NÜWA Hotel Unveiled at City of Dreams Sri Lanka
NÜWA, the flagship luxury hotel brand of Melco Resorts and Entertainment, has officially opened at City of Dreams Sri Lanka. Located at 01 Justice Akbar Mawatha in Colombo 2, the hotel introduces a refined and contemporary hospitality experience to the capital. With 113 rooms and suites, NÜWA offers a private and elevated stay. Room categories
