AirAsia Introduces Chiang Mai-Hanoi Flights
AirAsia is launching four weekly direct flights between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Hanoi, Vietnam. From 28 October onwards, bi-directional flights will be available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. This new route brings the total count of AirAsia routes to and from Chiang Mai up to eight, positioning this popular Southeast Asia destination as a […]
Closure of Block 1 | Yala National Park
The renowned Yala National Park in southeast Sri Lanka is home to one of the world’s greatest concentrations of leopards, elephants, sloth bears and other wildlife, attracting a large number of visitors all year round. As a valuable wildlife sanctuary and tourist attraction, it is important to protect this national heritage site. Therefore, Block 1 of the […]
Art Appreciation Tour with Michael Anthonisz
Join Michael Anthonisz, a contemporary artist, for an art tour of Colombo and discover the iconic works of George Keyt, Harry Pieris and other famous contemporary artists of Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is home to a vibrant arts community thanks to both its rich heritage and the contemporary artists who continue to expand horizons. On […]
Tuk Tuk Spice Trail Colombo
Take in the colours and flavours of Colombo on this tuk tuk, market and culinary adventure. Journey the narrow streets of Pettah by tuk tuk before wandering the Spice Street on foot. Here, master chefs and housewives alike shop through mounds of spices to create their signature curry blends. Stop at a tea wholesaler and […]
A Scenic Encounter Beyond The City Bustle
In a poetic piece for Explore Sri Lanka, Keshini de Silva tells of a day spent travelling out from Colombo past the rice paddies and through the lush hills and plantations to discover unspoiled wilds and majestic landscapes. “A road between a verdant paddy field beckoned us, compelled to discover its secrets, we made a […]
New Le Grand Galle Kicks-Off Southern Tourism Development
Speaking at the opening of the Le Grand Galle at Kaluwella Galle, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says the project is the first of many in a bid to expand tourism across southern Sri Lanka and position the Galle region as a pre-eminent hub of sports activities in Asia. Le Grand Galle is the sixth joint […]
Delhi-based Vistara Plans Overseas Routes, Likely to Colombo, Bangkok and Male
Indian airline Vistara is poised to launch international service in late 2018. While routes are not yet confirmed, CEO Leslie Thng has indicated that their first international flight would be to South East Asia. The airline is slated to service routes from Delhi to Bangkok, Colombo, and Male (Maldives) starting this winter. Several regional and […]
F-Airways Brings You Sri Lanka from Above
Domestic charters offered by F-Airways give travellers the option to experience Sri Lanka’s misty mountains, sprawling tea plantations, lush valleys and sun-kissed beaches all without the typical hassle of overland travel. Their sightseeing packages are not-to-be-missed opportunities to experience the natural splendour of the Sapphire Isle from above, including aerial whale-watching in the Indian Ocean. […]
Sri Lanka Boating Show and Festival 2018
South Asia’s largest international boat show comes to Sri Lanka; the event will be held from 26 – 28 October 2018 at the Galle Yacht Marina of the Port of Galle. The Boat Show and Boating Festival is part of a national initiative to highlight Sri Lanka’s boat and shipbuilding sector. Boating enthusiasts and industry […]
Surf and Safety Training at Arugam Bay
The Ampara District Chamber of Commerce has launched a new surf training and certification programme with funding and support provided by the Australian government. A world famous destination for surfing, Arugambay is one of several tourism areas in which the Sri Lankan and Australian governments seek to build local capacity and provide greater value to […]