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 crowned ‘Most Desirable Island in the World’
Sri Lanka has been voted the Most Desirable Island in the World at the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2024 in London. At the prestigious Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2024 held in London, Sri Lanka emerged as the “Most Desirable Island in the World,” marking a significant milestone in its tourism recovery journey. More than 200,000
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
Sri Lanka wins “Best Stand for Doing Business” award at WTM 2024
Sri Lanka Tourism has once again showcased its global appeal and commitment to strengthening the tourism industry by winning the esteemed “Best Stand for Doing Business” award at the 2024 World Travel Market (WTM) in London, competing with more than 183 destination stands present at the show. It was presented to Sri Lanka Tourism Chairman
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
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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,
Government reinstates previous visa issuing system
The new Government of Sri Lanka has officially reinstated the previous visa issuing system, effective from 12.00 midnight September 26th, according to the Presidential Media Division (PMD). Accordingly, starting from Sepember 26th, all foreigners will be able to apply for visas under the previous system, the PMD said. Meanwhile, the new Foreign Minister of Sri
