Ulagalla by Uga Escapes wins 8 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards ranking among top 10 in Asia

TripAdvisor, the travel website that helps travellers across the globe, find the latest reviews and lowest prices, recently announced the winners of its Travelers’ Choice awards. Among the many contenders, Ulagalla from UgaEscapes has emerged triumphant, winning several Asian and Local Awards of Excellence. Hailing under the Asian Region, Ulagalla has secured four awards. Ranking …

Thai Lion Air begins daily direct flights

Thai Lion Air on Wednesday began direct flights to Colombo from Bangkok (Don Mueang), marking a new chapter in the airline’s history. Thai Lion Air Board Chairman Capt. DarsitoHendroSeputro said Thai Lion Air is ready for Sri Lanka market and excited to bring more travellers from Sri Lankato have anexperience of Thailand. Thailand is one …

The Argyle: Star-class holiday experience in Hatton

The Argyle, a new luxury hotel was ceremoniously launched in Hatton in its unique heartfelt approach. The hotel combines a hint of Scottish history with a modern touch. The glamour of the architecture paired with The Argyle’s signature service, brings an exclusive holiday experience in the Hatton region. The Argyle is just three hours away …

The Water Garden Sigiriya rated the best hotel in Sri Lanka by TripAdvisor

The Water Garden is one of Sigiriya’s newest resorts, however, in this short time, it has also become Sigiriya’s premier year-round destination, receiving rave reviews from local guest and foreign visitors alike, while also being awarded a series of accolades from some of the most prestigious international bodies associated with the hospitality industry. Some of …

Sri Lanka Insurance ‘Travel Protect’ insurance relaunched with unique benefits

Up to 80 years of age travellers can obtain Sri Lanka Insurance ‘Travel Protect’ without a medical certificate Traveller’s home protected while they are on holiday The insurance giant Sri Lanka Insurance sets new standard for the travel insurance market providing exclusive benefits for travellers with the re-launching of Sri Lanka Insurance ‘Travel Protect’ insurance …

Tourist arrivals on upward momentum

An exotic destination, a prime bucket-list country, low on the travel radar is now teeming with tourists. Sri Lanka’s international endorsements, leisure additions, increased connectivity has positioned her as a must-visit destination. With the advent of a new slogan, Sri Lanka continues to lure visitors for many reasons. The month of December in 2018 has …

Sri Lanka to host World Surf League qualifying series 6000 in Arugam Bay in June

This exciting opportunity is a perfect showcase for the growing world of surfing in Sri Lanka and would strengthen its place as a first-class surf tourism destination. For many years, surfers have travelled from far to experience the magical waves of Arugam Bay and now it may present itself on the world stage of competition …

Future prosperity of Sri Lankan whale watching activities

An awareness program was jointly organised for the boat operators engaged in whale watching activities by Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority and the Merchant Shipping Secretariat with the facilitation of Ceylon Fisheries Harbour Corporation, Sri Lanka Coast Guard and Department of Wildlife in order to enhance the industry in a controlled manner, ensuring the safety of …