Destination Sri Lanka presented at TNM – Sweden’s premier tourism event Source:Island Sri Lanka Tourism and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Stockholm presented ‘Destination Sri Lanka’ at the Travel News Market (TNM) – Sweden’s premier Tourism event last week at the Stockholm Waterfront Congress Centre. With Sri Lanka as a top tourist destination for 2022, opening its shores to the world traveller with minimum restrictions – especially for those fully inoculated the country’s unique and diverse tourism experience was showcased at the ‘SO SRI LANKA’ booth highlighting also the ease of travel and the country’s warm and welcoming spirit. Ceylon Tea and Gems were also featured. The high foot count and involved interactions at the Sri Lanka booth with tour companies, travel agents, media including bloggers and freelancers and tourism schools indicates a renewed interest in the destination. fourteen Sri Lanka tour companies utilised the booth at the annual ...
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Sri Lanka spreads its holiday vibes at WTM as vibrant and a unique travel destination Source:Ft The World Travel Market (WTM) was held in grand style in London, supposedly considered to be one of the leading global events in the travel and tourism trade. It saw a massive crowd of interested visitors, industry stakeholders and new inventors who were able to gain an extensive knowledge of the different cultures, authenticity and tourist attractions of the various countries which participated at the fair. This gala event was scheduled from 1 to 3 November at the Excel Exhibition Hall, London, UK, promoting international travel and leisure industry throughout the world. WTM was the biggest travel exhibition ever since the pandemic broke out and became a global threat across the globe. Nevertheless, the power of the pandemic did not seem to stop the enthusiasm and interest the participants had for this world class ...
Nov 12, 2021
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Tagged Kimarli Fernando, Sri Lanka Tourism, The World Travel Market
SLTPB/SLCG Press Release with Q & A – The Australian government recently revealed our overseas travel ban will be lifted in mid-November. What restrictions are in place for international travellers entering Sri Lanka? – Issued by the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau in association with the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Sydney Press Release – Q & A for Travel Weekly The Australian government recently revealed our overseas travel ban will be lifted in mid- What restrictions are in place for international travellers entering Sri Lanka? On 1st October Sri Lanka Tourism announced a relaxed, bubble free experience for fully vaccinated travellers. With no minimum duration of stay, travellers can apply for tourist visa online at www.eta.gov.lk. Tourists who have completed 14 days after the recommended doses of COVID-19 vaccination and arrive in Sri Lanka with a negative COVID-19 PCR Report within 72 hours of embarkation will be considered as ...
Social media rant investigated Source:Island Sri Lanka Tourism ensures trade service standards Sri Lanka Tourism on inquiring deeply into, the widely circulated YouTube video by a US Tourist, claiming that his pre-booked rental vehicle not being available on arrival at the Bandaranaike International Airport led him in frustration to cancel his tour of the Island and return to Istanbul, finds that the passenger didn’t make any effort to contact the car rental company on arrival in Sri Lanka. Recognizing the importance of ensuring that every single visitor to the country is warmly welcomed and treated to the high standards of visitor expectations and leave with memorable experiences that Sri Lanka Tourism is proud of, an in-depth inquiry was carried out. In a detailed report from the car rental company it is stated that the booking for transportation had been made via a third-party website and was in fact for the ...
Sri Lanka celebrates World Children’s Day in Austria Source:Dailynews The Embassy together with the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau celebrated World Children’s Day with the participation of large number children of Austria and Sri Lanka at Steinhofgrunde, Vienna on 1 October 2020. The celebrations paved the way for children to actively participate in painting kites in a colourful and artistic manner, illustrating and depicting the scenic beauty of Sri Lanka. The Steinhofgrunde park in Vienna is a famous venue for outdoor children activities and it hosted a large number of local Austrian nationals at the event. ...
Sri Lanka Tourism highlighted by CNN Travel-by Kimarli Fernando Source:Island The concerted efforts by Sri Lanka Tourism to promote the Island globally through its integrated and strategic campaign, continues to bring attention to the island. The strategies executed have led to a surge of positive reviews and recommendations from the world’s media, even during the pandemic. High profile coverage on CNN, BBC, and AL Jazeera has enabled the island to stay top-of-mind in vital source markets. This will no doubt prove invaluable once international borders open. One of the most compelling features include an expose for CNN Travel by Henry Golding, star of the hit movie ‘Crazy Rich Asians’. The feature gave the island excellent exposure and global recognition, creating an impact on key source markets in Asia. Prominence for the Island in the source markets of Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and other Asian destinations, allows for a steady ...
Sri Lanka Tourism Highlighted Once Again by CNN Travel Source:Bizenglish.adaderana The concerted efforts by Sri Lanka Tourism to promote the Island globally through its integrated and strategic campaign, continues to bring attention to the island. The strategies executed have led to a surge of positive reviews and recommendations from the world’s media, even during the pandemic. High profile coverage on CNN, BBC, and AL Jazeera has enabled the island to stay top-of-mind in vital source markets. This will no doubt prove invaluable once international borders open. One of the most compelling features include an expose for CNN Travel by Henry Golding, star of the hit movie ‘Crazy Rich Asians’. The feature gave the island excellent exposure and global recognition, creating an impact on key source markets in Asia. Prominence for the Island in the source markets of Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and other Asian destinations, allows for a steady ...
Aug 21, 2021
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Tagged Ms. Kimarli Fernando, Sri Lanka Tourism
“A LONG INTRO., YET AMAZING” Aliya, the Sinhalese word for Elephant. Large, loving, Animals, if Looked after, I recommend this very Interesting post. You are advised to read it, to the end. Anyway, “Aliyas” are the Symbol of S.L., folks, so here’s hoping that this superb “gathering” of Elephants are treated as they they always need to be, because of “A Long Introduction,Yet Amazing”!!. Desmond Kelly. (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. Sri Lanka – home to the largest Asian elephant gathering: But for how long? ‘The Gathering’ which occurs in Sri Lanka’s Minneriya National Park, is the world’s largest congregation of Asian elephants in the wild – Image courtesy Dev Wijewardane In addition to The Gathering, Minneriya is also famous for the first record of twins in the wild among Asian elephants – Images courtesy of Rohan Wijesinha and Dr. Sumith Pilapitiya Along with the large numbers, some of the ‘rockstars’ amongst the ...
Aug 19, 2021
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Tagged COVID 19 pandemic, Sri Lanka Tourism, Srilal Miththapala
Guidelines issued on returning Sri Lankans and tourists Source:Island All incoming passengers or tourists had to get the approval of the Foreign Ministry and other relaxant authorities or from Sri Lanka Tourism to enter the country, the Ministry of Health said yesterday issuing guidelines on quarantine measures for travellers arriving from overseas during the pandemic. All travellers must submit health declaration forms to the staff of Airport Health Office at the arrival lounge, Director General of Health Services Dr Asela Gunawardana said. ...
Sri Lanka Tourism goes global on Nile TV to woo the Mediterranean traveler Source:Island Sri Lanka Tourism, as one of its initiatives to promote the island destination on social media and virtual platforms shared engaging content of its many attractions and resources turning the pandemic to an opportunity. As result of this effort, Sri Lanka Tourism was able to participate on a destination promotional programme on Nile TV international, with the continuous effort and guidance of the Sri Lanka embassy in Cairo, Egypt, to make this become a successful reality. The purpose of this collaboration was to encourage Mediterranean travelers to engage with ‘’brand ‘’ Sri Lanka virtually , and have a positive experience that would keep Sri Lanka as their ‘’must travel’’ destination once its borders are open for visitors. The programme included an exclusive interview which was hosted by Taghreed Hussein, in which Ms. Kimarli Fernando; chairperson of ...
Nov 22, 2020
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Tagged Ms. Kimarli Fernando, Sri Lanka Tourism, Taghreed Hussein
