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Sri Lanka Eyes Near 50% Rise in Visitors to its Temples and Beaches.

Sri Lanka Eyes Near 50% Rise in Visitors to its Temples and Beaches.

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Sri Lanka aims for a nearly 50% increase in visitors to its temples and beaches as it endeavors to revive its tourism sector. Despite facing challenges due to the pandemic, the country remains optimistic about attracting more tourists to its renowned cultural and natural attractions. Efforts are underway to enhance infrastructure, promote safety measures, and

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Small Businesses and Tourism Stakeholders Acclaim the USAID-SLTDA Learning Expo in Pasikudah.

Small Businesses and Tourism Stakeholders Acclaim the USAID-SLTDA Learning Expo in Pasikudah.

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The Sustainable Niche Tourism Learning Expo, organized by USAID and SLTDA at Amaya Hotel and Resort in Pasikudah, garnered praise from small business operators in Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. With over 100 attendees, including associations and chambers, the event marked the fourth in a series held nationwide. Participants gained insights from successful niche tourism models

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SriLankan Airlines facilitates collaborative efforts to boost tourism with top UK agencies.

SriLankan Airlines facilitates collaborative efforts to boost tourism with top UK agencies.

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A session hosted by Sri Lankan Airlines at the Sri Lanka High Commission in London facilitated collaboration between top UK tourism agencies and Foreign Minister Ali Sabry to bolster Sri Lanka’s standing as a leading tourist destination. SriLankan Airlines Regional Manager for Europe and Americas, Chinthaka Weerasinghe, highlighted the UK’s importance in Sri Lanka’s tourism

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Sri Lankan Tourism Growing, Ambitious Targets for 2024

Sri Lankan Tourism Growing, Ambitious Targets for 2024

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Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is showing promising growth with ambitious targets set for 2024. The country aims to attract 2.5 million tourists and generate $3 billion in revenue, leveraging various strategies including digital marketing campaigns and promotional activities in key markets such as India, China, and Europe. Sri Lanka Tourism Chairman Kishu Gomes highlighted the

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International tourism to end 2023 close to 90% of pre-pandemic levels.

International tourism to end 2023 close to 90% of pre-pandemic levels.

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International tourism is rebounding strongly, with a nearly 90% recovery of pre-pandemic levels expected by the end of 2023, according to the latest data from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Between January and September 2023, approximately 975 million tourists traveled internationally, marking a 38% increase compared to the same period in 2022. The third quarter

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Europe’s FTI Touristik Assures High-end Tourist Groups to Sri Lanka from January 2024.

Europe’s FTI Touristik Assures High-end Tourist Groups to Sri Lanka from January 2024.

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FTI Touristik, Europe’s third-largest tour operator, confirmed intentions to bring substantial groups of high-end European tourists to Sri Lanka starting January 2024. HOT Tourism’s Business Development Director, Paul Hiemo, conveyed this commitment during a gathering at Colombo’s 7Degree Restaurant, attended by local hotel representatives. Expressing plans for active promotion in Europe targeting high-end tourists, Hiemo

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