Minor Hotels, a leading hotel owner, operator, and investor with a portfolio of over 550 hotels and resorts in 56 countries, announced the rebranding and management of Mövenpick Colombo. This strategic move will see the property rebranded as NH Collection Colombo, marking the debut of the prestigious NH Collection brand in Sri Lanka. Located in
Ayugiri Wellness Resort opens in Sigiriya
Browns Hotels and Resorts has invested nearly Rs. 500 million to open Ayugiri Wellness Resort at Sigiriya. This is the hotel chain’s 14th hotel to be opened and with this hotel’s 22 rooms the group also now has over 1,000 rooms in their portfolio in Sri Lanka. CEO Browns Hotel Ekasath Wijeratne said that this
Melco Announces Partnership with Sri Lanka’s John Keells Holdings and Introduces ‘City of Dreams Sri Lanka’
Melco Announces Partnership with Sri Lanka’s John Keells Holdings and Introduces ‘City of Dreams Sri Lanka’
2024-06-10T05:06:33+00:00 NewsMACAU, April 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited (“Melco”) is pleased to announce its partnership with John Keells Holdings PLC (“John Keells”), the largest listed conglomerate on the Colombo Stock Exchange, in their US$1 billion plus integrated resort development in central Colombo. As part of the partnership, the integrated resort, which
Times of India selects Lanka as second ‘Most Popular Travel Destination in Asia’
Times of India selects Lanka as second ‘Most Popular Travel Destination in Asia’
2024-06-10T05:02:38+00:00 NewsThe Times of India has selected Sri Lanka as the second ‘Most popular travel destination in Asia’ for 2024 after Bali Indonesia. “These destinations are noted for their unique cultural experiences, natural beauty and diverse attractions making them top choices for travellers seeking memorable journeys in Asia,” the Times of India said. Commenting on Sri
Etihad Boosts Colombo Connectivity with 27 Weekly Flights
Starting June 1st, Etihad Airways will enhance its connectivity between Colombo and Abu Dhabi with 27 weekly flights, Theleiban Gopalakrishnan / Accounts Manager at Etihad Sri Lanka told Colombo Times on Thursday, May 30 This expansion aims to strengthen ties between Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates, offering travelers more options and flexibility. As
KDU And Japan Partner For Sustainable Tourism Research In Sri Lanka.
The General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU), in partnership with Japan, has embarked on a transformative mission aimed at enhancing the tourism industry through pioneering research initiatives focused on sustainable development. In an exclusive interview with the Daily FT, Professor Hajime Tozaki, a distinguished expert in tourism and economics from the Department of Airline