SL surpasses 600,000 tourist arrivals but March lags
SL surpasses 600,000 tourist arrivals but March lags as Sri Lanka’s tourism sector continues its overall recovery in 2026, despite a sharp slowdown.
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Cruise ship Viking Sky brings over 700 tourists to SL
Cruise ship Viking Sky brings over 700 tourists to SL after the luxury vessel made a port call in Colombo during its regional.
- March 10, 2026
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Sri Lanka Targets US$4B Tourism Revenue in 2026
Sri Lanka sets a US$4 billion tourism revenue goal for 2026, aiming to rebound after missing last year’s US$5 billion target. Deputy Tourism.
- February 23, 2026
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Sri Lanka January Tourism Revenue Slips Despite Arrival Growth
Sri Lanka January tourism revenue declined year-on-year despite stronger tourist arrivals, highlighting structural changes in visitor spending patterns as the sector continues its.
- February 9, 2026
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Sri Lanka Tourism Arrivals Hit Record January Milestone
Sri Lanka tourism arrivals reached a historic high in January 2026, reflecting continued recovery and global travel demand. The country welcomed over 277,000.
- February 3, 2026
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Sri Lanka Tourism Leakages Drain $1.13bn a Year
Sri Lanka tourism leakages are estimated at $1.13 billion annually, highlighting deep structural weaknesses in value retention despite steady growth in headline earnings,.
- January 29, 2026
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Sri Lanka Hotel Bookings Dip After Cyclone Impact
Sri Lanka hotel bookings declined in December following Cyclone Ditwah, according to industry leaders, even though physical damage to tourist hotels remained limited.
- January 29, 2026
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Sri Lanka Tourism Investment Gains Fresh Momentum
Sri Lanka tourism investment is being actively encouraged by the government as economic and political stability take firmer hold following years of crisis..
- January 21, 2026
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Kandy Breeze Night Fest Opens Night Market to Boost Tourism
Kandy Breeze Night Fest officially begins today, introducing a new night market concept aimed at strengthening tourism and evening activity in Sri Lanka’s.
- January 13, 2026
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Sri Lanka Tourist Arrivals Show Soft Start in January
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals totaled 67,762 in the first eight days of January 2026, pointing to a measured opening to the new year..
- January 13, 2026