Sri Lanka yesterday marked the arrival of the two millionth tourist for 2024 achieving a new milestone for the first time since 2018. The two millionth lucky tourist was Prasan Ingkanunt from Thailand who arrived on UL 403 for his first visit in Sri Lanka with his wife and sister. “This marks the first time
Three Taru Villas Properties Join Prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of The World™
Three Taru Villas Properties Join Prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of The World™
2024-12-04T10:28:52+00:00
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Taru Villas, Sri Lanka’s premier luxury hospitality brand, is proud to announce that three of its properties: Taru Villas Maia – Habarana, Taru Villas The Long House – Bentota, and the newest addition, Taru Villas Villu – Wilpattu, have joined the exclusive Small Luxury Hotels of The World™ (SLH). This recognition affirms Taru Villas’ commitment
Edelweiss Air resumes scheduled winter flights to Sri Lanka
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
50 years of Aitken Spence Hotels: A story of sustainability, innovation and success
50 years of Aitken Spence Hotels: A story of sustainability, innovation and success
2024-10-04T04:35:53+00:00
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Aitken Spence Hotels proudly celebrates 50 years of excellence in the hospitality industry. Since opening Neptune Hotel in 1974, the company has grown into a global leader, renowned for its commitment to sustainability, quality and innovation. Over the decades, Aitken Spence has expanded its international footprint beyond Sri Lanka, setting new standards across the Maldives,
The Enchantment of Kandy Esala Perahera
The Kandy Esala Perahera, held every August in Sri Lanka, is one of the country’s most iconic cultural and religious festivals. This vibrant event takes place in the historic city of Kandy and honors the Sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha, which is housed in the Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Tooth). Spanning ten
Sri Lanka’s newest airline Air Ceilao promises to Revolutionize air travel
Sri Lanka’s newest airline Air Ceilao promises to Revolutionize air travel
2024-09-04T03:17:29+00:00
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A thrilling new chapter in Sri Lanka’s aviation story will unfold with the imminent launch of Air Ceilao, the nation’s newest international airline. With an ambition to revolutionise the local industry, Air Ceilao said yesterday it is ready to take off harnessing Sri Lanka’s strategic position as a regional aviation hub and reshape how the
