A delegation of 23 top German travel agents recently toured Sri Lanka as part of an initiative to showcase the country’s potential as a premier tourist destination. Organized by the House of Travels and Tourism (H.O.T.) and PATA’s German sector, the six-day visit aimed to familiarize the agents with Sri Lanka’s key attractions, including Kandy,
Jaffna MICE Expo 2023: Sri Lanka’s newest business tourism destination
Jaffna MICE Expo 2023: Sri Lanka’s newest business tourism destination
2023-11-10T10:36:34+00:00
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The Sri Lanka Convention Bureau (SLCB) announces the Jaffna MICE Expo 2023, set from November 30 to December 3. This event aims to spotlight Northern Province as a burgeoning destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE), inviting MICE agents and media from South India to explore its potential. Following a successful Colombo MICE Expo,
Small businesses, tourism operators hail USAID-SLTDA Learning Expo in Galle
Small businesses, tourism operators hail USAID-SLTDA Learning Expo in Galle
2023-11-10T09:50:20+00:00
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The Sustainable Niche Tourism Learning Expo in Galle, facilitated by USAID and SLTDA, received praise from small tourism business owners for its informative and enriching content. Attracting over 100 stakeholders, the event, part of a series across Sri Lanka, covered digital marketing, sustainability, and travel trends. Following the introduction of 12 niche tourism categories in
Salaün Holidays unveils ‘Sri Lanka: A journey of wonders’
Salaün Holidays unveils ‘Sri Lanka: A journey of wonders’
2023-11-10T08:03:46+00:00
Destinations, News
Salaün Holidays, a prominent French travel agency, orchestrated a captivating Sri Lanka tour from November 9 to 15 for 39 agents. Collaborating with Connaissance De Ceylan and Sri Lankan Airlines, the week-long trip ensured an immersive experience. With 145 agencies in France, Salaün strategically selected Sri Lanka, exploring Kandy, Dambulla, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, and Weligama, showcasingcultural
Luxury cruise Resilient Lady with 2,318 passengers, 1,194 crew calls at Colombo Port
Luxury cruise Resilient Lady with 2,318 passengers, 1,194 crew calls at Colombo Port
2023-11-10T07:57:43+00:00
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The inaugural visit of the luxury passenger ship Resilient Lady, operated by Virgin Voyages under the Bahamian flag, occurred at the Port of Colombo on November 13. Measuring 909 ft. long and capable of accommodating 2,318 passengers and 1,194 crew members, the ship docked at the Sri Lanka Ports Authority’s (SLPA) East Terminal. Constructed in
Country Feeling Holidays Hosts 10 French Travel Agents Promoting Splendour of Jaffna Region
Country Feeling Holidays Hosts 10 French Travel Agents Promoting Splendour of Jaffna Region
2023-11-10T06:49:08+00:00
Destinations, News
Country Feeling Holidays (CFH) recently hosted 10 French travel agents in collaboration with Sri Lankan Airlines and “Visiteurs en Asie” to explore the wonders of Jaffna and the North East region. The familiarization tour from November 6 to 11 garnered positive feedback, setting the stage for upcomingmissions till 2024/2025. Supported by local hotels and suppliers,
