Vista Rooms expands to Sri Lanka

Vista Rooms, an online accommodation aggregator with an aim to provide comfortable, standardized stays, following a wave of success in India has announced the opening of operations in Sri Lanka.  Primarily targeting the affordable accommodation segment, the online accommodation aggregator has already tied up with over 200 properties across 25 cities to build the largest network of branded stays in Sri Lanka. These properties include boutique

Anantaya Chilaw – A luxurious wedding destination

Anantaya Resort and Spa, the luxurious island getaway located along Chilaw’s pristine coast, is now making strides as a popular destination for weddings, attracting guests from around the world

Emirates begins daily A380 service to Birmingham

Emirates’ iconic A380 aircraft touched down in the Midlands on March 27 as the airline commenced its brand-new scheduled A380 service into Birmingham Airport. The 11:35 a.m. touchdown was watched by a crowd of over 1,000 people who gathered at Sheldon County Park to witness the arrival of the world’s largest passenger airliner.

Etihad expands Istanbul services with new Sabiha Gokcen operation for 2016

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will expand its services to Istanbul during 2016 with a new four times weekly service to Sabiha Gokcen Airport.

McLarens’ hotels arm organises interschool culinary creations competition in Kandy

Creating another milestone in history, Hotel Topaz/The Tourmaline organise the very first interschool culinary creations competition among 23 schools from the  Kandy region. 

Sri Lanka Tourism holds promo at Sydney Opera House

The Pearl Fishers Opera in Australia is famous amongst many tourists around the world. The Pearl Fishers Opera is famous for the duet which has been performed by many world-renowned opera singers such as Placido Domingo and  Andrea Boccelli.

Cathay Pacific launches special flash fares to Australia

Cathay Pacific Airways has launched special fares from Colombo to Melbourne to cater to the increasing demand to Australia this season. 

Cinnamon Air recognizes Lankan high achievers with ‘Cinnamon Air Honours’

Cinnamon Air, Sri Lanka’s premier domestic airline, launched ‘Cinnamon Air Honours’ as part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives in which a free scenic flight is offered to outstanding performers in a given field. Cinnamon Air offered a scenic flight to students who ranked first in the island in each discipline at the 2015 GCE Advanced Level examination.

Rocket Internet’s Zen Rooms enters Sri Lanka and a few other Asian markets

ZEN Rooms, powered by Rocket Internet, confirms its #1 position in the Southeast Asia budget hotel sector by announcing the opening of operations in four new countries: Thailand, Singapore, Sri Lanka and the Philippines.

Qatar Airways announces three-year partnership with Beach Polo Cup Dubai

Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, has announced a three-year sponsorship of Team Qatar Airways and Official Airline Sponsor to the Beach Polo Cup Dubai, commencing 2016 through to 2018.

Novotel Phuket Vintage Park, a top resort to relax in Phuket

Novotel Phuket Vintage Park is located in the heart of Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand. The resort can be reached with a just five-minute walk from Patong beach and a 20-minute drive from Phuket town. Phuket International Airport can be reached within 40 minutes drive from the property.

Emirates SkyCargo tops Air Cargo Excellence Awards

Emirates SkyCargo has once again topped the industry with its win in the Air Cargo Excellence Awards organised by Air Cargo World. The annual awards recognise the best air cargo companies and airports in the airfreight industry and are based on the Air Cargo Excellence Survey, which was established in 2005.

Qatar Airways showcases ultra-modern A350 at India Aviation 2016

Qatar Airways marked its return to the India Aviation International Exhibition and Conference with the display of its A350 new-generation aircraft for medium- to long-haul operations. Making its first public appearance in India, the ultra-modern aircraft grabbed attention from visitors and VIPs with its custom-designed interiors and innovative design.

SriLankan promotes conservation with innovative approach during Earth Hour

SriLankan Airlines, which has gained a worldwide reputation as a pioneer of conservation in the global air transport industry, spread the message of environmental protection among its passengers at Bandaranaike International Airport during Earth Hour last Saturday (March 19), with a uniquely innovative effort.

Singapore Airlines-CAG extend Changi Transit Programme partnership

Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Changi Airport Group (CAG) have extended the popular Changi Transit Programme, which provides SIA and SilkAir customers rewards during their transit in Singapore. Under the extension of the programme to March 31, 2017, customers who transit through Changi Airport on SIA and/or SilkAir can redeem a Changi Dollar Voucher (CDV) valued at either US $ 20 or US $ 40, depending on the point of origin.

Etihad enhances maintenance efficiency and safety with ATC system

Etihad Airways Engineering has enhanced its aircraft maintenance capability with a new Automated Tool Control (ATC) system, which provides engineers with greater tool access, handling and traceability and eliminates the risk of tools being lost in critical aircraft systems during maintenance.

Sri Lanka Tourism at National Wedding Show 2016 - London

The National Wedding Show held annually is one of the largest wedding events, which presents an opportunity to meet face-to-face with over 6,000 brides-to-be from across the country in one central London location.

Global Towers unveils country’s first panoramic-roofed ballroom

Working on an ethos of pioneering initiatives for the hospitality industry, Global Towers, which was the first commercial property to open its doors on the Marine Drive in 2002, unveiled Sri Lanka’s very first panoramic and all-weather banqueting space on its rooftop recently.  

‘Colombo Bike Week’ to boost recreational tourism

The ‘Colombo Bike Week’ event is another boost to the recreation tourism product line with a growing global trend, where the affluent people indulge in an interest or passion which is an opportunity for countries to attract top-dollar tourists provided the country has the unique terrain to meet the expectations of the visitors. 

SriLankan helps crackdown on illicit travel through BIA

SriLankan Airlines is playing an increasingly important role in the campaign by government agencies to 

Emirates brings first scheduled A380 service to Vienna

The world’s largest passenger aircraft comes to Austria on July 1, 2016, as Emirates announces that it 

Sri Lanka showcases Beeralu lace at London’s Asia House Fair

The annual Asia House Fair is a unique shopping extravaganza in London giving people the chance to 

Chris Packham, Paul Goldstein to be in Sri Lanka with Cinnamon and HSBC Premier

Cinnamon Holidays together with HSBC Premier will bring together the biggest wildlife show yet, presented by Paul Goldstein and Chris Packham on April 2, 2016 at the Stables at Park Street Mews.

Qatar Airways passengers set to experience up to 3,000 inflight entertainment options

Qatar Airways is offering a staggering choice of up to 3,000 inflight entertainment options on board its flights, providing its passengers with one of the world’s largest and best inflight entertainment libraries.

Etihad and Taste Festivals announce global partnership

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will showcase its commitment to providing unmatched culinary experiences in the air and on the ground after announcing a multi-year partnership with Taste Festivals Ltd, organisers of the world’s leading restaurant events since 2004. The airline, along with many of its Etihad Airways Partners, will have a presence at 15 Taste festivals scheduled in 2016, beginning on March 10

Partnership and innovation are critical to success: Etihad President

Partnership and innovation have been a driving force behind the success of Etihad Airways and the UAE said James Hogan, President and Chief Executive of Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, in a speech recently.

Jet Airways to relocate domestic flight operations in Mumbai to Terminal 2 from today

Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline, will relocate its domestic operations to the state-of-the-art Terminal 2 (T2) at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) in Sahar today.  Spread across 4.4 million square feet, the integrated Terminal 2 has 60 departure check-in counters and 80 arrival immigration counters capable of handling 40 million passengers annually. Terminal 2 is also well connected to

France urges tougher pilot checks after Germanwings crash

REUTERS: French investigators have recommended tougher medical checks for pilots after uncovering fresh evidence of unreported concerns over the mental state of a German pilot who crashed his jet into the Alps last year, killing all 150 people on board.

All set to ceremonially accept Ceylon Shipping Corp’s new ship MV Ceylon Breeze

The ceremonial acceptance of the newly built bulk carrier of Sri Lanka’s national sea carrier, the Ceylon

JCT receives three vessels simultaneously first time

The Jaya Container Terminal (JCT) of Colombo Port received three huge container vessels simultaneously to the port last week,Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) declared.