The Sri Lankan Embassy in Jakarta collaborated with prominent Indonesian social media influencers Yosua Anugerah Mogea and Richard Widodo to highlight Sri Lanka’s culture, cuisine, and tourist spots. The influencers attended a Sri Lankan culinary demonstration at the embassy on February 15, enjoying dishes like egg hoppers and honey pancakes. Ambassador Jayanath Colombage showcased Sri
Sri Lanka to Extend Free Visa Scheme to Boost International Arrivals.
Sri Lanka to Extend Free Visa Scheme to Boost International Arrivals.
2024-02-10T10:37:14+00:00 NewsSri Lanka plans to extend its free visa facility for visitors from seven key markets beyond March 2024 to boost tourist arrivals amid record levels anticipated this year. Introduced as a pilot project in November, the facility was set to end in March 2024 but may now be extended due to promising arrivals in January
Sri Lanka shines at BIT-2024 Travel Fair in Milan, Italy
The 44th edition of BIT – Borsa Internazionale del Turismo, organized by Fiera Milano, concluded on February 6 with strong attendance from the public and satisfaction from over 1,100 exhibitors from 66 countries. The event facilitated 8,585 one-to-one meetings, a 15% increase from 2023. BIT 2024 showcased various categories such as sustainable tourism, luxury vacations,
The Popular Sri Lankan Literary Festival draws more than 5,000 Participants.
The Popular Sri Lankan Literary Festival draws more than 5,000 Participants.
2024-02-10T05:55:34+00:00 Cultural, Things To DoThe 11th edition of the Galle Literary Festival, held in Galle, Sri Lanka, from January 25 to 28, 2024, attracted nearly 100 writers and artists along with over 5,000 literary enthusiasts. Organized in partnership with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, the festival saw a notable increase in international attendees compared to previous years. Returning
Sri Lanka Tourism on show at the 13th International Tourism Exhibition in Shiraz, Iran.
Sri Lanka Tourism on show at the 13th International Tourism Exhibition in Shiraz, Iran.
2024-01-10T11:21:52+00:00 Destinations, NewsThe Sri Lankan Embassy in Iran, in partnership with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, showcased Sri Lanka’s tourism potential at the 13th International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition in Shiraz from January 3- 6, 2024. This marked the Embassy’s inaugural tourism promotion event outside Tehran. The Sri Lanka pavilion garnered significant attention, raising awareness
Sri Lankan Tourism Growing, Ambitious Targets for 2024
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