The Destination Insider

Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues its impressive recovery, with over 200,000 tourist arrivals recorded in the first 28 days of March. This marks the third consecutive month of surpassing the 200,000 milestone, following 252,761 arrivals in January and 240,217 in February. Source: https://aviationvoice.lk/sri-lanka-maintains-tourism-momentum-over-200000-arrivals-for-third-consecutive-month/

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) hosted a landmark event at Cinnamon Life, Colombo recently unveiling its latest initiative—‘Sri Lanka, A Story for Every Season.’  The campaign aims to position Sri Lanka as a year-round destination, tackling seasonal fluctuations in visitor arrivals and reinforcing the island’s appeal to global travelers. The event was led by Hon. Deputy …

Emirates will introduce its fully-refurbished Boeing 777s to Colombo starting 10th August 2025. Featuring brand-new interiors and the popular Premium Economy class, the upgraded aircraft will enhance the travel experience for passengers flying to Sri Lanka. Source: https://aviationvoice.lk/emirates-to-launch-fully-refurbished-b777s-to-colombo-in-august-2025/

SriLankan Airlines partners once again with the Gustav Mahler Society of Colombo (GMSC) to amplify the performing arts in Sri Lanka by supporting their ‘Spring Concert,’ scheduled for 29 March 2025, at the Lionel Wendt Theatre. This special musical event will feature renowned Sri Lankan classical guitarist, Jude Peiris, and Japanese guest artists Hiroshi Kogure and …

The government plans to develop the Nuwara Eliya Post Office as a tourist attraction while continuing to offer postal services. A new decision was made to retain the post office under the Postal Department, while also developing the site as a tourist destination.   Technical advice will be sought from the Urban Development Authority and the …

SriLankan Airlines has solidified its role as the single largest tourism promoter in Sri Lanka, according to Richard Nuttall, CEO of the national carrier, speaking at the World Aviation Festival in Singapore. Following three years of operational profitability and a strategic focus on expanding its fleet and services, the airline is pivotal to the nation’s …

World Wildlife Day 2025, celebrated on March 3rd, embraced the theme “Wildlife Conservation Finance: Investing in People and Planet.” As part of the global movement to protect biodiversity, Aitken Spence Travels reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable tourism and wildlife conservation with a significant initiative at Horton Plains National Park partnering with the Department of Wildlife …

During the grand era of the British dominion, Ceylon was one of the world’s most sought-after locations for truly exotic expeditions. Leopard Trails bespoke tented safaris return to the original spirit and true essence of safari, reminiscent of a golden era—an era of elegance, romance, and adventure. We aim to provide a unique Sri Lankan …

AirAsia Malaysia is set to launch a new direct service between Kuala Lumpur and Darwin, Australia commencing on 27th June 2025, with four weekly flights. Currently, there are no direct flights between Sri Lanka and Darwin. However, travelers from Sri Lanka can connect to this new route via Kuala Lumpur, utilizing AirAsia’s existing services between …

Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) welcomed a special charter flight operated by Bulgaria Air on 21st March 2025. The flight carried 180 passengers and was confirmed by Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL). The arrival highlights the growing connectivity between Sri Lanka and European destinations, contributing to tourism and international travel. Source: https://aviationvoice.lk/bulgaria-air-charter-flight-arrives-at-bia-with-180-passengers/