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 […]
Thinnai Organic Reinvents Luxury Tourism Farm-style
Boutique hoteliers The Thinnai have transformed their organic farm, located on the Jaffna Peninsula, into an eco-resort and farm stay. Thinnai Organic is a serene farm property offering luxurious accommodations, farming experiences and a chance for visitors to connect with the culture and heritage of Jaffna. Spread over 10 acres in Chunnakam, Jaffna, the farm […]
‘Underwater’ Hotel InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland Soon to Open
In the fourth quarter of 2018, China’s financial capital is set to welcome InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, a luxury hotel that showcases an unconventional design and reflects the natural landscape of the former quarry it is built within. Developed by Shimao Group and managed by InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the new property is in the southwest […]
Bullet Train to Link Beijing and Hong Kong in 9 Hours
In November, passengers will be able to travel from Beijing to Hong Kong via the much-awaited Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong High Speed Rail. The current train journey between the capital and the special administrative region takes roughly 24 hours. However, with the new route in place, the travel time will be slashed to less than nine hours. […]
Tips for Travelling During China’s Rainy Season
China’s rainy season begins in mid-April in the southernmost regions of the country and gradually moves northward as the months progress. Here are several major destinations and the months that they typically experience the most rainfall: Guangzhou: May Shanghai: June and August Beijing: July Xi’an: July There have been several rain-related incidents in China […]
China High Speed Train Ticket Price Will Fluctuate by Day
Flying used to be the obvious choice for long distance travel, however, now that high-speed trains offer discounted rates, they are are competitive with airline prices. From now until the end of the year, the China Railway Corporation has decreased its ticket prices for 28 intercity high speed routes, some by as much as 20%. […]
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru Launches DeepFlight Adventures
The Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru has become the first Maldives resort to launch submarine excursions featuring the Super Falcon 3S, created by renowned personal submarine makers, DeepFlight. In a world exclusive, DeepFlight Adventures take up to two guests on a once-in-a-lifetime sub-aquatic exploration of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Baa Atoll. With a professional […]