SriLankan Airlines’ cargo flights continue to operate although commercial passenger flights have not yet commenced in Sri Lanka. The airline will operate cargo operations to 21 major markets in 16 countries. It includes destinations in England, Germany, Italy, Japan, China, Hong Kong, as well as the Middle East and India. Last year, 65 million kilograms …
Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) launches charter flights from Kyiv to Sri Lanka. This was reported on the airline’s website. Flights will be operated from December 28, 2020 to March 10, 2021. The planes will fly from Boryspil airport to Mattala airport.Related: Ryanair opens ticket sale for flights from Kyiv to Venice “The island of Sri Lanka is one of the …
President says resumption of tourism industry could be agreed upon health advice, proper protocols Joint Tourism and Health Committee discussions to be concluded soon, final recommendations to be submitted to Ministers-in-charge Joint Tourism and Health Committee has been directed to submit their final recommendations by the end of this week says Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga …
The National Carrier of Sri Lanka and a member of the oneworld alliance, SriLankan Airlines is set to increase the frequency of passenger flights from Colombo to Singapore from once a week to thrice a week, commencing 18th December 2020. In addition to this, SriLankan will also operate a weekly service between Kuala Lumpur and …
To resume international tourism in a COVID-19 safe environment, guidelines are being finalised with a draft strategy document under discussion among key stakeholders. The Health Ministry’s COVID-19 Clinical Management Expert Committee in collaboration with Sri Lanka Tourism has prepared all-inclusive guidelines to resume tourism gradually. “We have suggested reopening both airports for international guests from …
Nestled amongst a lush expanse of tea and rubber plantations, tea estate turned luxury boutique hotel, Rosyth Estate House, has opened its doors even wider to welcome fellow islanders to its stunning Kegalle residence. Just a two-and-a-half-hour drive from Colombo, 25 minutes from Pinawella, and an hour from Kandy, the bungalow is well-positioned as an …
Adapting to the new normal of the global travel and tourism industry, a strategic initiative will be taken by Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) to deploy technology to connect with the travellers both local and international in bringing out the experiences the Island nation can offer. First in this initiative is the promotion of …
Marriott has confirmed that it will reopen four of its five resorts in Maldives on 1 October. The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, W Maldives, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, and JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa are set to re-open from 1 October 2020, whilst the Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort will welcome …
Newly-appointed Ambassador to China Dr. Palitha Kohona assures his fullest support in tourism promotion Sri Lanka Tourism is working with the Sri Lankan missions overseas, through collaborations, with the intension of coordinated and targeted tourism promotions in the new normal. In this context, visit to Sri Lanka Tourism by Dr. Palitha Kohona, the newly-appointed Sri Lankan …
‘Life – A Compendium of Biodiversity Stories in Hospitality’, Biodiversity Sri Lanka’s (BSL) second publication, written by Niresh Eliathamby, with a guest article by Srilal Miththapala, was ceremonially launched at BSL’s Fifth Annual CEO Forum held on 17 September at Ramada Colombo. The publication consists of 17 examples of best practices in environment and sustainability …
