Sri Lankan Airlines continues to strengthen its presence in India with 89 weekly flights connecting Colombo to nine key cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Cochin, Thiruvananthapuram, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Bengaluru, and Chennai. This extensive network enhances trade, tourism, and business ties between Sri Lanka and India, offering seamless connectivity for travelers. Source: https://aviationvoice.lk/srilankan-airlines-strengthens-connectivity-with-89-weekly-flights-to-india/
Sri Lanka marked a significant milestone in its journey to becoming a premier destination for international conferences with the launch of the Sri Lanka Conference Ambassador Programme (SLCAP). This first-of-its-kind initiative, presented by bringing together trusted entities to promote Sri Lanka as a global hub for business events. The Sri Lanka Conference Ambassador Programme is designed …
World’s largest adventure travel company chooses Colombo as the host city for its flagship people event. Intrepid Travel, the world’s largest adventure travel company, has chosen Colombo, Sri Lanka, as the host city for its annual Global Summit 2025. This marks only the second time the company has hosted the annual event outside its headquarters …
Air India Express has introduced its exclusive ‘Payday Sale’, giving travelers an opportunity to book budget-friendly fares for a limited time. As part of this special promotion, passengers can secure Xpress Value tickets starting at just ₹1,535, while the Xpress Lite fares begin at an even lower price of ₹1,385. Travelers can make bookings under …
Sri Lanka made a strong impression at FITUR 2025, one of the world’s leading travel trade fairs held in Madrid, with a delegation of 28 companies representing the country’s vibrant tourism sector. The event, which attracted a record-breaking 255,000 attendees, provided an excellent platform for Sri Lanka to engage with key stakeholders, strengthen partnerships, and …
Sri Lanka’s Aviyana, the first 7-star hotel, redefines luxury, sustainability, and investment opportunities, marking a new era in the island’s hospitality industry. As Sri Lanka marks its 77th Independence Day, the nation finds itself at a pivotal crossroads—one driven by resilience, growth, and a bold vision for the future. In line with this transformative spirit, …
The boom in air traffic in Sri Lanka’s airports notched last year was commended by travel and tourism industry experts who also said in the same vein that capacity at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has to be increased to meet the surge in tourist arrivals. Sri Lanka records around 8,000 foreign visitors to the …
A high-level discussion was recently held at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Civil Aviation between Hon. Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation, Bimal Rathnayake, and the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Sri Lanka, Khalid Al Ameri. During the meeting, Ambassador Al Ameri reaffirmed the UAE’s keen interest in investing …
Cathay Pacific is set to increase its flight frequency from Colombo, raising services from three to five flights per week from March 2025, according to Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka Deputy Director General Rayhan Wanniappa. “Cathay Pacific will be increasing frequencies to five flights per week from March 2025. They are also considering further …
Emirates is celebrating the opening of its new lounge at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, Satellite 1 Terminal (SAT-1). The newly relocated and refurbished lounge in the airport’s latest terminal sets a new standard for premium travel, offering Emirates customers an enhanced ground experience that matches the sophistication of their journey. With the $5 million refurbishment, the …
