Sri Lanka has been named one of the top three must-visit destinations for summer 2024 by Forbes, alongside Greece and Mauritius. Travel blogger Kathleen Peddicord, writing for Forbes, highlights Sri Lanka’s diverse offerings, the efforts of its tourism authority, and the increase in wellness and luxury hotels, predicting a rise in its popularity this summer
Turkish Airlines adds flights to Colombo
Turkish Airlines, in response to the rising demand for air travel between Istanbul and Colombo, has announced an exciting enhancement to its flight schedule. Starting June 2, Turkish Airlines will introduce a seventh weekly flight between these two vibrant cities, transitioning its operations to a daily service. This strategic move is aimed at providing travelers
Minor Hotels debuts NH Collection in Sri Lanka with rebranding of Mövenpick Colombo
Minor Hotels debuts NH Collection in Sri Lanka with rebranding of Mövenpick Colombo
2024-07-02T08:33:02+00:00 NewsMinor 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