India to Maldives Passenger Ferry in the Works – Expected to Offer Affordable Transport
Following an MoU signed between the Maldives’ Ministry of Transport and India’s Ministry of Shipping in 2019, both nations committed to begin a passenger ferry…
Tourists to Sri Lanka Now Need COVID-19 Insurance
All travellers visiting Sri Lanka (other than those with a valid Sri Lankan passport) must now pay for a mandatory COVID-19 local insurance cover. This…
The Langkawi International Travel Bubble Extended – Enhanced Standard Procedure in Effect
In February this year, the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture in Malaysia announced that the Langkawi International Travel Bubble (LITB) would be extended until…
Sri Lanka’s Tourism Earnings Estimate Sees Upward Revision
The tourism earnings estimate of Sri Lanka for 2021, as well as January 2022, saw an upward revision this year by as much as 142%….
Turkey To Facilitate Visa-Free Travel for Maldivians
Good news for the Maldivians: Turkey is to sign a visa facilitation agreement with the Maldives to allow Maldivians to enter the transcontinental country without…
Twelve places UK holidaymakers can travel to even if they’re unvaccinated, from Cyprus to the Maldives – Say ‘yes’ to travel once again
There are still many in the UK who have not been vaccinated as yet, still, this does not have to hinder you from your travel…
All You Need To Know About Sri Lanka Tourism and Health Guidelines
As the third-largest foreign exchange earner in Sri Lanka, the tourism industry was largely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, as the country started giving…
Sri Lanka resumes visa on arrival facility for international tourists – Easing arrivals in Sri Lanka
Travel has resumed across the world; however, the new norm is certainly not forgotten. Nonetheless, countries strive to make travel easier for international travellers and…
Visa on Arrival Option Available in Sri Lanka
In a positive move for tourism, Sri Lanka resumed offering visas on arrival for international travellers from February 2022. Tourists from most countries can now…
Thailand’s Economy Shows Growth – Exports and Tourism Remain Key Factors
As reported on the Al Jazeera news website on 21st February 2022, Thailand’s economy registered a fourth-quarter growth in 2021; this was faster than previously…