Sri Lanka’s tourism sector hits new high as visitor arrivals cross 2 million

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By T.K.G. Kapila

Colombo, Nov. 17 (Daily Mirror) - Sri Lanka’s tourism industry continues its robust recovery, surpassing the 2 million foreign visitor mark in 2025. The milestone was celebrated with the arrival of French tourists Raphael Caron and his wife Claire Charlet at Katunayake Airport today.

The couple, residents of Paris, flew in from London, England on SriLankan Airlines flight UL-504, arriving at 1:30 PM. They plan to spend two weeks exploring the island, including sightseeing and shopping. Mr. Caron works as a financial manager in France.

Tourism authorities hailed the milestone as a sign of growing confidence in Sri Lanka as a safe and attractive travel destination. Ms. Anusha Damayanthi, Director of Administration and Human Resources at the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, welcomed the visitors along with senior officials from the bureau and the Airport and Aviation Services Company Limited.

Officials noted that reaching 2 million arrivals not only reflects the revival of tourism after recent challenges but also signals positive prospects for the country’s economy, as increased tourist spending supports local businesses and creates employment opportunities across the hospitality and services sectors.

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Hantana boy Monday, 17 November 2025 04:44 PM

While tourism is doing very well Kiralla’s daughter is telling nonsense in the parliament.

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RanjithT Monday, 17 November 2025 09:16 PM

There is not very much to brag. Take a hard look at statistics. Up to October 24 total arrivals are 1,670,115 and in 25 it is 1,90,687 (SLTDA statistics) Total earnings 24 was US$ 2,533 billion and in 25 it is US$ 2,66 billion. Now the hard reality. Income per visitor in 24 was US$ 1,569 against US$ 1,406 which is US$ 163 less than last year. This amounts to US$ 308, 181,981 loss of potential income. Are comrades aware of this or deceiving gullible supporters as usual.

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