Tourist arrivals down 7% in mid-August 2026
Tourist arrivals fell 7% in the first 18 days of August 2026, with Sri Lanka recording 125,562 visitors compared with 135,059 during the.
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Vietjet Colombo Ho Chi Minh City Flights Strengthen Sri Lanka–Vietnam Connectivity
Vietjet Colombo Ho Chi Minh City flights have officially begun, creating a new direct air link between Sri Lanka and Vietnam. The three-times-weekly.
- August 21, 2026
Tourism
Vietjet Expands Sri Lanka Reach with Colombo Route
Vietjet is preparing to enter the Sri Lankan market with a new direct Colombo-Ho Chi Minh City route, while its recent international awards.
- August 14, 2026
Tourism
National Business Excellence Awards 2026 Honors Barista
National Business Excellence Awards 2026 recognized Barista Sri Lanka with the Gold Award in the Hospitality and Tourism Sector for the second consecutive.
- August 7, 2026
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ECO-TOURISM: Delft Island to be SL’s first zero emission destination
ECO-TOURISM: Delft Island to be SL’s first zero emission destination as the Sri Lankan government moves forward with plans to transform the northern.
- August 5, 2026
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Sri Lanka to re-invite bids for Dedduwa tourist resort
Sri Lanka to re-invite bids for Dedduwa tourist resort after the government confirmed it will launch a fresh round of investment invitations for.
- August 5, 2026
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Vietjet Double Day Sale Offers Vietnam Fares from USD90
Vietjet Double Day Sale is giving Sri Lankan travellers the chance to book flights to Vietnam from just USD90, as the airline prepares.
- August 4, 2026
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Sri Lanka tourist arrivals Fall 1.7% in July 2026
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals declined by 1.7 percent in July 2026 compared with the same month last year, according to official data, extending.
- August 4, 2026
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Sun Siyam Pasikudah Showcases East Coast Luxury
Sun Siyam Pasikudah is helping redefine tourism development on Sri Lanka’s eastern coastline by combining boutique luxury, sustainable investment and authentic local experiences..
- August 1, 2026
Tourism
Tourist arrivals in first 19 days slip 0.6% YoY as Middle East disruptions continue to weigh
Tourist arrivals in first 19 days slip 0.6% YoY as Middle East disruptions continue to weigh on Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, even as.
- July 21, 2026