India and Sri Lanka discuss economy, security and tourism
Kicking off his three-day official visit to India, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake had discussions with top Indian Ministers, which focused on the economy, regional security and tourism.
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Russia boosts early December tourist surge in Sri Lanka
Russian tourists have given a kickstart to December arrivals, with the country welcoming nearly 24,000 visitors in the first four days of December.
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Kalpitiya Island Tourism Development to be revitalized soon under new government
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Tourism earnings up 56% to $ 2.8 b in first 11 months
November earnings at $ 272.9 m reflect 33% YoY growth Month-on-month basis Nov. earnings up 47% in tandem with higher arrivals
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Sri Lanka to develop new nation branding tourism strategy
Sri Lankan authorities are bringing together all stakeholders in tourism at a conference in January to finalise a nation branding strategy to propel the industry which is enjoying a period of growth, officials said.
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Tourism industry must build resilience against future shocks: CBSL Chief
Addresses 59th Anniversary of THASL, urges tourism sector to build financial buffers and reduce reliance on Govt. interventions during crises Stresses on need for stakeholders to learn from past vulnerabilities and prepare for future disruptions Calls on industry to capitalise on opportunities, as country benefits from more stable political and economic environment
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Tourist arrivals top 156,000 in first 26 days of November
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals have shown strong growth, rising 18% year-on-year (YoY) in the first 26 days of November with 156,174 visitors registered.
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Tourist arrivals surge in first 20 days of November
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues to thrive, with 120,961 tourist arrivals recorded in the first 20 days of November,
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Sri Lanka Tops Solo Travel Lists for 2024 and 2025, Drawing Increasing Global Interest
Sri Lanka has emerged as a premier destination for solo travelers, according to new data from Flash Pack and Forbes magazine.
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Monsoon: Ferry service to Sri Lanka suspended for now
The international ferry service connecting Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu with Kankesanthurai in Sri Lanka has been suspended for over a month due to monsoon.
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