Sri Lanka is making waves on the global sporting stage as it prepares to host the International Surfing Championships 2026. The event will take place in Arugam Bay, the crown jewel of the island’s East Coast and a destination hailed […]
Sri Lanka’s New Cruise Tourism Hub at Colombo Port
Sri Lanka is setting sail towards a new era of global tourism with the launch of a state-of-the-art cruise terminal at Colombo Port. This major infrastructure project positions the island as a prime stopover for luxury cruise liners traveling across […]
World Tourism Day 2025 – Sri Lanka Leads the Way with Youth & Sustainability
Sri Lanka made global headlines on World Tourism Day 2025 (September 27) with an international tourism expo in Colombo, focusing on youth engagement, digital transformation, and sustainable travel. 🎉 Highlights of the Event 🌱 Why Sustainability is Key Sri Lanka […]
Tourist Arrivals Hit Record Highs in 2025
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to gain momentum, marking its strongest recovery since the pandemic era. Why This Matters The consistent growth reflects not just a seasonal boom, but a structural recovery of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. A diverse mix […]
Sri Lanka Ranked No. 1 Travel Destination for October 2025 by Time Out Travel
Sri Lanka has once again captured the spotlight on the global travel stage! 🏝️ Renowned international travel guide Time Out Travel has named the island nation as the No. 1 destination to visit in October 2025, highlighting its breathtaking natural […]
Sri Lanka Expands Visa-Free Travel to 40 Countries (Including India)
In a landmark decision, Sri Lanka has announced the extension of its visa-free entry program to 40 countries, including major tourism markets such as India, China, Russia, and several EU nations. This move aims to make travel to the island […]
Colombo Emerging as South Asia’s New Luxury Travel Hub
Colombo, Sri Lanka’s bustling capital, is rapidly transforming into a premier luxury travel destination in South Asia, attracting high-end travelers with world-class hotels, gourmet dining, upscale shopping, and vibrant cultural experiences. A City in Transformation Once considered a transit hub, […]
Sri Lanka Celebrates World Tourism Day 2025 with Expo Highlighting Youth & Sustainability
Sri Lanka joined the global community in marking World Tourism Day 2025 with a vibrant tourism expo held in Colombo, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and young entrepreneurs to showcase the country’s renewed vision for sustainable and inclusive tourism growth. […]
SLTDA Goes Digital with GovPay: A Big Leap for Sri Lanka Tourism
📍 Colombo, Sri Lanka – September 17, 2025 The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has taken a bold step into the digital era by officially joining GovPay, the national digital payment platform. This move marks a major milestone in […]
Celebrating Sri Lanka’s Tea Cultural Landscape for UNESCO Recognition
Sri Lanka’s Tea Cultural Landscape: A Heritage Journey Toward UNESCO Recognition Sri Lanka proudly takes the first step toward recognizing its Tea Cultural Landscape—a living heritage that has shaped the heart and economy of the nation for over 150 years—by […]