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Tourists at the Griffith Observatory observation deck look out at the Los Angeles city skyline as heavy smog shrouds the city in California.

Five Aitken Spence Hotels enter TripAdvisor Hall of Fame

?Five Aitken Spence properties from Sri Lanka and the Maldives have entered the prestigious TripAdvisor Hall of Fame having been recognized for their consistent high performance in customer reviews.

Singapore Airlines unveils new Premium Economy Class experience

?Singapore Airlines unveiled its new Premium Economy Class seats and the in-flight offerings that customers will enjoy when the new cabin class enters service in August.

SriLankan opens Anuradhapura office

?SriLankan Airlines in a bid to increase its presence in all parts of the country opened its latest passenger sales (PSA) office in Anuradhapura recently. 

Alhambra Hotels appoints new Executive Chairman and MD

?Alhambra Hotels Limited appoints veteran hoteliers Imthiaz Cader as Managing Director and Fahmy Cader as Executive Chairman.

Qatar Airways reveals Scotland and Qatar to compete for Qatar Airways Cup

Qatar Airways announced that Scotland and Qatar will compete for the Qatar Airways Cup at Easter Road Stadium, Edinburgh on Friday, June 5, 2015.

Cathay Pacific cabin crew threaten August strike

?REUTERS: The Cathay Pacific Airways flight attendants’ union said it will move forward with plans for a strike in August, accusing the company’s management of failing to negotiate pay and benefits.

SLTPB in joint promotion talks with Tourism Maldives

?Given that the Maldives is already in the label as a fashion destination, Sri Lanka Tourism is in discussion with Maldives Tourism to share itineraries that will help Sri Lanka boost its imagery in the markets such as Italy.

National Hotel Management Conference 2015 a success

?National Hotel Management Conference 2015 (NHMC 2015), the inaugural two-day conference organised by the Ceylon Hotel School Graduates Association, was successfully held recently at Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo.

Emirates launches Android app

?On the heels of the successful launch of its Apple Watch app, Emirates has announced the debut of the Emirates App for Android, the world’s largest mobile platform. 

Oman Air offers Sindbad Gold members more privileges at Muscat Airport

?Oman Air has announced two more privileges for Gold members of its Sindbad frequent flyer programme. From May 1, 2015, Gold members have access to Oman Air’s exclusive Business Class check-in area at Muscat International Airport,....

OZO Kandy celebrates official opening

OZO Kandy celebrated its official opening in the presence of business partners, ...

Mihin offers comfortable and affordable flights to Jakarta, Medan

Mihin Lanka, Sri Lanka’s leading low-cost airline,...

Qatar Airways acquires Scotland’s Novotel Edinburgh Park Hotel

Qatar Airways has acquired Novotel Edinburgh Park Hotel in Scotland,...

America’s largest airlines received benefits worth US $ 71.48bn: study

Research commissioned by Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates,...

Maldives to hold Hotel Asia Exhibition and Int’l Culinary Challenge 2015 in August

The Maldives’ largest annual food and hospitality event ‘Hotel Asia Exhibition and International...

Etihad Airways appoints new General Manager for Greece

?Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has appointed Philip Philippou as its new General Manager for Greece. Philip has more than 30 years...

Etihad teams up with Brand USA

?Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has teamed up with Brand USA, a destination marketing organisation for the United States, highlighting its commitment to boosting tourism to the USA from points across its extensive global network.

Emirates rewards online bookings with Skywards Miles

?Emirates, a global connector of people, places and passions, has presented a whopping 270,000 Skywards Miles from the airline’s award-winning frequent flyer programme, to six passengers in Sri Lanka, who booked their travel online in February and March this year.

Qatar Airways showcases latest First, Business Class cabin offerings at Dubai ATM

?Qatar Airways showcased the airline’s latest First and Business Class offerings at the region’s largest travel trade event Arabian Travel Market (ATM) that took place at the Dubai Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 4 to 7.

Emirates airline 2014 net profit up 40% on lower oil price

?REUTERS: Emirates, Dubai’s flagship airline, reported a 40 percent jump in annual net profit yesterday, aided by savings from lower oil prices. The airline, one of the world’s largest carriers of international passengers...

ONYX Hospitality unveils second OZO property in Kandy

?ONYX Hospitality Group has unveiled its second OZO property in the popular leisure destination of Kandy. OZO Kandy is located just minutes from the town centre and offers uninterrupted vistas of Kandy Lake and the surrounding hills, including Knuckle Mountain. 

WHITE By Spa Ceylon recognized as ‘Best Luxury Ayurveda Spa’ in the world

?Spa Ceylon, Sri Lanka’s premier spa and lifestyle brand, recently won an international award in the ‘Best Luxury Ayurveda Spa’ category at the prestigious World Luxury Spa Awards. The highly acclaimed international award was won for ‘WHITE By Spa Ceylon’,

Waters Edge partners Simplifly for domestic helicopter operations

?Civilian helicopters have been cleared to land at the Waters Edge complex in Battaramulla, domestic helicopter operator Simplifly said. 

Emirates clinches four titles at Business Traveller Awards

?Emirates’ innovation, investments in product, and customer service were recognised with an array of accolades at the Business Traveller Middle East 2015 Awards.

Citrus Waskaduwa marks first year of creating happy moments

?Citrus Waskaduwa, the exclusive young resort on the South Western coast recently celebrated its first full year of delivering Citrus Magic.  During the past year, the luxurious beach retreat has become a much sought after travel destination,...

SLITHM geared to reach greater heights under new leadership

?The Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management (SLITHM), former Ceylon Hotel School & School of Tourism, is the only Government approved premier Institute in Sri Lanka, which was established by the Government in 1964...

Sri Lanka to connect stronger to the West at Expo 2015 in Italy

?The most celebrated event in the world next to the Olympic Games that happens every five years since the inception in 1931, was launched amidst a distinctive world gathering by Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi on May 1st at the open air stage at World Expo site in Milano Italy.

Emirates upgrades Economy Class and children’s headsets

?Emirates is further enhancing the entertainment experience for Economy Class travellers with the launch of new, redesigned headsets for its award-winning ice entertainment system in Economy Class.

Colombo Port commissions first section of East Terminal

?The first section of the East Terminal of the Colombo Port was opened recently by Minister of Ports and Aviation Arjuna Ranatunga, Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) said in a statement.