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 […]
e-Gates Coming Soon to Katunayake – Border Processing Set to Get Smarter!
Katunayake Airport to Launch Automated e-Gates for Faster, Smarter Border Controls Katunayake’s Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) is set to modernize its immigration process with Automated Border Control (e-gates), allowing travelers to scan passports independently while ensuring document authenticity with advanced […]
New Rule at BIA — Visitor Access Restricted to Smoother Passenger Flow
New Rule at BIA: Visitor Access to Departure Lobby Restricted During Peak Late-Night Hours A new operational procedure has come into effect at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA): visitors will be prohibited from entering the Departure Lobby between 10 pm […]
Sri Lanka’s Tourism Booms with $3.7 Billion Earned in Just Six Months
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is proving to be a powerful driver of economic recovery, with the nation generating an impressive $3.7 billion in revenue from tourist arrivals during the first half of 2025. Speaking at an event at Seeta Amman […]


