The Government has decided to provide a six-month deferral period for the hotels registered under Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority to pay their 1% levy on turnover, a Government Information Department statement said. The Cabinet approved the proposal presented by Tourism Development, Wildlife and Christian Religious Affairs Minister John Amaratunga to grant a six-month deferral …
Walking along a dirt road on Sri Lanka’s south-west coast late one afternoon in 2013, I met an elderly woman pottering in her garden. I smiled, waved and prepared to keep walking, but the woman broke into a wide, near-toothless grin and motioned for me to follow her into her home. I hesitated, wary about …
Located in scenic golden sandy beaches of the south coast, Sri Sharavi Beach Villas & Spa offers guests the ultimate island getaway with absolute exclusivity and tranquillity. The breath-taking idyllic beachfront villas at Mirissa are a distinctively elegant contemporary retreat, blending elements of luxury and wellbeing together. Its design is inspired by sisters Sharlyn Stafford …
Cabanas fashioned from the timber of palm trees The lush garden forests Something a little different: With more and more travellers going the distance to seek sanctuary from the everyday grind, comes to a place that captures the spirit of a time, a scene and tranquillity that uplifts the soul and mind. Known as Palm …
The official launch of the Visa Fee Exemption programme for 48 countries was held today (31st of July 2019) at the Temple Trees under the patronage of the Hon. Prime Minister, Hon. Minister of Tourism Development, Wildlife and Christian Religious Affairs, the State Minister of Tourism Development, Wildlife and Christian Religious Affairs and industry heads. …
1. Sri Lanka WARNING: Sri Lanka was hit by a series of terrorist attacks on 21 April 2019. Emergency security measures have been imposed, but flights to Colombo are operating as normal, including during overnight curfews. At the present time, foreign governments are advising caution but are not warning against travel to Sri Lanka. Check …
Browns Hotels & Resorts has reached new heights and set great records as all four of its world-class properties have been awarded the 2019 HolidayCheck award. The resorts won the award with excellent recommendations (90%) and ratings above 5.0/6.0. The HolidayCheck Awards, conferred by the largest German-speaking travel portal that offers extensive travel know-how, are …
By Caterina Hrysomallis, Lonely Planet “Welcome to Sri Lanka!” was one of the first greetings I heard in Colombo, the country’s bustling big city. A local graced me with those lovely words from across the street. Not a storekeeper, nor a hawker. Just a person who wanted to pass on a warm hello. Sri Lanka …
Even after the unfortunate Easter Sunday attacks which were followed by a large number of cancellations of bookings made by tourists, Sri Lanka still topped the Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel for 2019, the latest article published in the travel guide’s website said. The article titled ‘Why I won’t give up on Sri Lanka and …
Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo is ready to welcome guests Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo is now ready to welcome guests. Commencing Wednesday 12th June, 6.00pm onwards the hotel’s popular restaurants and bars including Sapphyr Lounge, Capital Bar & Grill and Kaema Sutra will reopen for service. Guests will be able to enjoy room stays and Chi, The Spa …
