Sri Lanka has officially launched the Digital Nomad Visa to boost its tourism sector. To qualify, applicants must have a monthly income of at least $2,000, which should be directed through the Sri Lankan banking system. The visa is renewable annually with a required minimum bank balance and a $500 application fee, covering the spouse
Leisure / OTDYKH Travel Fair and Roadshows in Moscow and St.Petersburg in Russia.
Leisure / OTDYKH Travel Fair and Roadshows in Moscow and St.Petersburg in Russia.
2023-09-10T05:30:00+00:00 Destinations, NewsSri Lanka made a strong impression at the Leisure/OTDYKH Travel & Tourism Exhibition in Moscow, showcasing its holiday opportunities to the Russian travel community. The event marked Sri Lanka’s 29th consecutive year of participation. The Sri Lankan pavilion, organized by the Tourism Promotion Bureau, received recognition for its creative design. H.E. Prof. Janiatha Liyanage, Sri
Sri Lanka Tourism invites Bollywood blockbusters to showcase beautiful locations.
Sri Lanka Tourism invites Bollywood blockbusters to showcase beautiful locations.
2023-09-10T05:20:00+00:00 NewsSri Lanka Tourism is actively promoting film tourism by hosting a delegation from Bollywood, India’s thriving film industry. Leading Indian production houses responsible for hits like ‘Padmaavat’ and ‘Gully Boy’ are exploring Sri Lanka’s diverse locations for future cinematic ventures. The campaign aims to highlight the benefits of filming in Sri Lanka and create mutually
Skills Strategy Action Plans for tourism development with Australian support.
Skills Strategy Action Plans for tourism development with Australian support.
2023-09-10T05:12:00+00:00 NewsThe Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Paul Stephens, has partnered with the Tertiary Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) to launch district skills development plans aimed at boosting tourism in Anuradhapura and Matale. Developed with input from industry and government stakeholders, these plansaddress tourism-related economic challenges and opportunities for inclusive growth. They involve collaboration between the
Sri Lanka’s FitsAir crowned Asia’s most punctual Airline in July.
In July 2023, Sri Lanka’s private low-cost airline, FitsAir, was recognized as Asia’s most punctual airline, achieving a perfect 100% on-time arrival record across its international flight network, conducting 142 flights. Among the top 10 punctual airlines in the Asia Pacific region, FitsAir shared the first place with Aero Dili of Timor Leste. Launched in
Details emerge on Crystal Serenity’s 2025 world cruise.
Crystal Cruises will open bookings for a 123-night world cruise on the Crystal Serenity, departing from Fort Lauderdale on Jan. 7, 2025, and concluding in Barcelona. The voyage offers 17 overnight stays and features special events such as an Argentine tango experience, a Greek Mount Olympus evening, and a vibrant Colombo night in Sri Lanka.