Sri Lanka Tourism plans to illuminate Colombo during the festive season for the second consecutive year, enhancing the city’s allure for tourists. December kicks off the peak tourist season, and Sri Lanka Tourism aims to amplify the holiday spirit by lighting key streets and areas, contributing to visitors’ overall experience. This initiative aligns with Sri
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15-member Travel Agent Group from FTI Touristik on Fam Tour.
15-member Travel Agent Group from FTI Touristik on Fam Tour.
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A group of 15 travel agents representing FTI Touristik, a renowned European tour operator, arrived in Sri Lanka via flight UL554 from Frankfurt on Saturday (9th December) for a week-long familiarization tour. Hosted by HOT House of Travels Ltd., these high-profile agents are experiencing the country for the first time. Their itinerary covers key destinations
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“Visit Sri Lanka!” Tourism Promotion Networking Event in Canberra.
“Visit Sri Lanka!” Tourism Promotion Networking Event in Canberra.
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The Sri Lanka High Commission in Canberra, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, organized a lively reception for select outbound tour operators on December 6, 2023. The primary aim was to showcase Sri Lanka as a secure and appealing tourist destination for Australian visitors. High Commissioner Chitranganee Wagiswara emphasized the significance of
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You will come back for more”: SL’s new tourism tag debuts at top Paris show
You will come back for more”: SL’s new tourism tag debuts at top Paris show
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Sri Lanka had a strong presence at the International French Market (IFTM) Top Resa, featuring 27 companies and its new destination branding, “You will come back for more,” after a brief absence in 2021. France is one of Sri Lanka’s top seven tourist markets, with over 44,000 European visitors in the first nine months of
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Melbourne Rebels Women’s team flies to Sri Lanka to promote rugby and sports tourism.
Melbourne Rebels Women’s team flies to Sri Lanka to promote rugby and sports tourism.
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The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, in partnership with the Ministry of Sports and Agoal Rugby, is hosting a special rugby tournament to boost Sri Lanka’s image as a sports tourism destination and provide a platform for local rugby talent to shine internationally. Emphasizing its commitment to sports tourism, the event showcases Sri Lanka’s suitability
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Skills Strategy Action Plans for tourism development with Australian support.
Skills Strategy Action Plans for tourism development with Australian support.
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The Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Paul Stephens, has partnered with the Tertiary Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) to launch district skills development plans aimed at boosting tourism in Anuradhapura and Matale. Developed with input from industry and government stakeholders, these plansaddress tourism-related economic challenges and opportunities for inclusive growth. They involve collaboration between the