Tourism Earnings Grow, But Momentum Stalls Amid Lagging Global Promotion
April sees lowest monthly inflow of 2025 despite year-on-year gain; industry calls for urgent marketing push Sri Lanka’s tourism sector posted $256.7 million.
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Sri Lanka Sees 18.15% Surge in Tourist Arrivals to April 24, 2025
Colombo (ECONOMYNEXT) – Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues its steady recovery, with tourist arrivals rising 18.15 percent year-on-year to 144,320 visitors in the.
- April 28, 2025
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Sri Lanka Tourism Earnings Top $1 Billion in Q1 2025
Industry Shows Strong Recovery with Steady Growth in Arrivals and Revenue Sri Lanka’s tourism industry has kicked off 2025 on a strong note,.
- April 17, 2025
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Sri Lanka Deports Foreign Nationals Running Businesses on Tourist Visas
Deputy Tourism Minister urges locals to uphold visa regulations amid rising concerns ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has deported several foreign nationals who were.
- April 11, 2025
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Sri Lanka Sees 9.1% Growth in Tourist Arrivals in March 2025, Driven by India and Russia
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector experienced a solid rebound in March 2025, with tourist arrivals increasing by 9.1% year-on-year to reach 229,298 visitors, according.
- April 7, 2025
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Sri Lanka Tourist Arrivals Rise 15% in Mid-March 2025
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals increased by 14.7% in the first 16 days of March 2025, reaching 120,750 visitors, according to data from the.
- March 24, 2025
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Tourism Industry Urges Swift Free-Visa Rollout to Boost Summer Bookings
With Sri Lanka’s winter tourism season nearing its end, industry leaders are urging the government to expedite the long-delayed free-visa scheme for 39.
- March 21, 2025
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Vijitha Appoints New Tourism Advisory Committee for Industry Growth
Some of the top minds in the industry have been appointed to the latest Tourism Advisory Committee by Minister Vijitha Herath. Established under.
- March 19, 2025
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Sri Lanka Sets Sights on Becoming Global Tourism Powerhouse
Sri Lanka is aiming to establish itself as a premier global tourism destination with a strategic plan that emphasizes inclusive growth, international partnerships,.
- March 19, 2025
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Sri Lanka’s Tourist Arrivals Surpass 600,000 in Early March, Boosting Annual Targets
Sri Lanka has experienced a strong surge in tourist arrivals, surpassing 600,000 visitors in the first half of March 2025. This growth enhances.
- March 18, 2025