Colombo, Feb 24 (Daily Mirror) – The Gold Route service at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has reported revenue of LKR 94.9 million in 2024, reflecting a 37% year-on-year growth, driven by an increase in affluent travel. According to Airport and Aviation Services Sri Lanka, the service has welcomed nearly 3,000 distinguished travellers and generated
Sri Lanka launches its first-ever Conference Ambassador Programme
A groundbreaking national initiative by Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, Sri Lanka Convention Bureau and SriLankan Airlines Sri Lanka marked a significant milestone in its journey to becoming a premier destination for international conferences with the launch of the Sri Lanka Conference Ambassador Programme (SLCAP). This first-of-its-kind initiative, presented by Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, the Sri
IndiGo solidifies presence in Sri Lanka – becomes largest foreign carrier out of country
IndiGo solidifies presence in Sri Lanka – becomes largest foreign carrier out of country
2025-02-05T06:49:22+00:00
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IndiGo, India’s preferred airline, proudly stands as the largest foreign carrier out of Sri Lanka. IndiGo currently operates 54 weekly flights to 2 cities in Sri Lanka – Colombo and Jaffna from 4 cities in India – Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. These direct flights between India and Sri Lanka are integral to IndiGo’s long-term
Emirates to introduce additional flights to/from Colombo
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will operate an additional scheduled service between Colombo and Dubai, starting from 2 January 2025. The company issued the following statement on Dec. 31, 2024: “The newly-introduced flight, to operate as EK654/655, increases the seat capacity on the route by 30 percent and supports Sri Lanka’s plans to considerably
Colombo – Badulla train journey among World’s Best for 2025
Lonely Planet has ranked the Colombo-Badulla train journey as the 7th best in the world for 2025. This recognition highlights the route’s unparalleled scenic beauty and the immersive cultural experience it offers travelers. Spanning over 290 kilometers from Colombo to Badulla, this journey is renowned for its breathtaking views of verdant tea plantations, mist-covered mountains,
Port City celebrates the groundbreaking of Marina Development
Port City Colombo celebrated the groundbreaking of the Marina Development with a special ceremony held on 10 January. The occasion was graced by chief guest, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism Vijitha Herath. Also present at the event were Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China Qi Zhenhong, Colombo Port City Economic Commission
