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Tourism Alliance Launches ​​Sri Lanka’s First Dedicated Travel Agent Training Portal.

Tourism Alliance Launches ​​Sri Lanka’s First Dedicated Travel Agent Training Portal.

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The Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance has introduced “The Sri Lanka Travel Expert,” the country’s first travel agent training portal, in collaboration with the European Union (EU) and U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). This initiative aims to enhance tourism expertise and promote Sri Lanka as a preferred destination. Malik J. Fernando, Chair of the Tourism

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Embassy in Jakarta Promotes SL’s Culinary and Tourist Destinations with Social Media Influencers.

Embassy in Jakarta Promotes SL’s Culinary and Tourist Destinations with Social Media Influencers.

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The Sri Lankan Embassy in Jakarta collaborated with prominent Indonesian social media influencers Yosua Anugerah Mogea and Richard Widodo to highlight Sri Lanka’s culture, cuisine, and tourist spots. The influencers attended a Sri Lankan culinary demonstration at the embassy on February 15, enjoying dishes like egg hoppers and honey pancakes. Ambassador Jayanath Colombage showcased Sri

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Sri Lanka to Extend Free Visa Scheme to Boost International Arrivals.

Sri Lanka to Extend Free Visa Scheme to Boost International Arrivals.

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Sri Lanka plans to extend its free visa facility for visitors from seven key markets beyond March 2024 to boost tourist arrivals amid record levels anticipated this year. Introduced as a pilot project in November, the facility was set to end in March 2024 but may now be extended due to promising arrivals in January

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Sri Lanka shines at BIT-2024 Travel Fair in Milan, Italy

Sri Lanka shines at BIT-2024 Travel Fair in Milan, Italy

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The 44th edition of BIT – Borsa Internazionale del Turismo, organized by Fiera Milano, concluded on February 6 with strong attendance from the public and satisfaction from over 1,100 exhibitors from 66 countries. The event facilitated 8,585 one-to-one meetings, a 15% increase from 2023. BIT 2024 showcased various categories such as sustainable tourism, luxury vacations,

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The Popular Sri Lankan Literary Festival draws more than 5,000 Participants.

The Popular Sri Lankan Literary Festival draws more than 5,000 Participants.

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The 11th edition of the Galle Literary Festival, held in Galle, Sri Lanka, from January 25 to 28, 2024, attracted nearly 100 writers and artists along with over 5,000 literary enthusiasts. Organized in partnership with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, the festival saw a notable increase in international attendees compared to previous years. Returning

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Sri Lanka Tourism says the Resumption of Cathay Pacific Flights is a Positive Start.

Sri Lanka Tourism says the Resumption of Cathay Pacific Flights is a Positive Start.

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Sri Lanka Tourism officials, along with Airport and Aviation officials, welcomed Cathay Pacific Airways’ inaugural flight, CX 611, on February 1, 2024, at Bandaranaike International Airport. The passengers and crew were greeted by officials from the Tourism Information Centre and Thisum Jayasuriya, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau. Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong’s largest carrier,

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