Milad un-Nabi in Sri Lanka: A Solemn Celebration
Milad un-Nabi, the commemoration of Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, is observed in Sri Lanka with reverence and reflection rather than grandeur. Falling on 26 August 2026…
Sri Lanka Tourism Gets a Boost with 200,000 Indian Visitors in 2024: Neighbourhood Relations Strengthened
In early 2024, Sri Lanka experienced a surge in Indian tourists, with nearly 200,000 visitors arriving from India. Sri Lanka Tourism ramped up efforts to…
Avani Hotels teams with inspirational women – Showcasing unique travel opportunities and female empowerment
Avani Hotels & Resorts celebrates International Women’s Day by honouring pioneering women across various fields through unique travel experiences. From the Maldives to Milan, guests…
France Eases Travel Advisory to Sri Lanka
The French government has relaxed the travel advisory it imposed for Sri Lanka amidst the economic crisis and political unrest that lasted a few months….
Sri Lanka Offers Easy Entry for Tourists – COVID-19 Insurance Requirement Removed
Since Sri Lanka reopened its international borders, the country has been reducing the entry requirements for tourists. Amongst the updates was the removal of the…
Sri Lanka’s Tourism Adapting to Challenges to Welcome Tourists
Sri Lanka is going through its most challenging economic crisis right now with fuel shortages, power cuts, protests, and a 4-day work week for its…
Labour Day in Sri Lanka – Things you need to know in a nutshell
An international holiday celebrated in nearly 80 countries in the world, Labour Day is celebrated in recognition of the labour movement; the day falls on…
Sri Lanka Celebrates Sinhala & Tamil New Year This Month – A Time for a New Beginning
Regarded as one of the most significant festivals in Sri Lanka, the Sinhala and Tamil New Year – Aluth Avurudu in Sinhala, and Puththandu in Tamil – plays a…
Sri Lanka Sees an Increase in Tourists – Promising Signs for 2022
As seen by statistics put out last month by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), the country saw an increase in tourist arrivals especially…
Singapore Expands Vaccinated Travel Lanes – Sri Lanka Amongst the Nations Chosen
The Vaccinated Travel Lanes established by Singapore have been expanding, providing those who are fully vaccinated with a chance to enjoy quarantine-free travel. In December…