All Female run hotel in Sri Lanka – Amba Yaalu Kandalama
Female representation in the tourism industry of Sri Lanka is below 20% and initiatives like this are a step in the right direction. we wanted to share the story of the women involved in this project whilst also sharing thoughts from stakeholders in the industry as to why this bold move should be celebrated by all in the tourism industry of Sri Lanka While at the event we also checked out some of the lesser-known gems worth experiencing in the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka, such as Hot Air Balooning & the Kalu Diya Pokuna.
0:00 – What is Amba Yaalu
1:40 – Cycle ride through the village
4:25 – Meet the hotel’s Naturalist
5:25 – Expert thoughts on the initiative
6:55 – Kandalama from the sky
9:50 – Expert thoughts on the Female workforce
11:33 – Archeological expedition
14:34 – Impact this hotel could have
16:12 – Lunch by the Kandalama Tank
17:42 – Staff thoughts on the Hotel
18:38 – My final Thoughts of this Experience
