Colombo, April 16 (Daily Mirror) – The Immigration and Emigration Department today announced the implementation of new Visa procedures and the launch of an online Visa issuing system starting tomorrow, Immigration and Emigration Conroller General I.S.H.J. Illukpitiya said.
He enforcement of Minimum Room Rates poses a long-term threat to the MICE sector, a media release from the Sri Lanka Association of Professional Conference and Exhibition Organisers (SLAPCEO) states. Read more
ASMET (Association of Small and Medium Enterprises of Sri Lanka) expresses disappointment at the timing and surprise announcement of the recent visa hike and procedure change, which caught everyone off guard on the morning of the 17th April . In response, ASMET immediately united its voice and lobbied to obtain further information from the relevant…
Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is anticipated to receive a boost from Indian pilgrims with the official launch of the Shree Ramayan Trails project. The Indo-Sri Lankan cultural project aims to draw millions of Indian and international Hindu pilgrims, travelers, and tourists to Sri Lanka by offering the pilgrimage of nine sacred sites across Sri Lanka…
“ASMET is delighted to announce that the SLTDA Chairman has informed us that the cabinet has approved the importation of vans and buses for the industry. This approval authorizes the importation of 750 vans, capable of accommodating 6 to 15 passengers each, and 250 buses, with seating capacities ranging from 16 to 45. This initiative…
ASMET is proud to announce the addition of the following companies as new members. President & Exco warmly welcome them all and look forward to driving even stronger membership in the near future. One Travels & Tours Travel Root (Pvt) Ltd. Visit 2 Lanka Luxury Holidays Asia (Pvt)Ltd. Wonder Isle Holidays (Pvt)Ltd. Ceylon Experieces (Pvt)…
“ASMET, along with SLAITO and SLAPCEO, held a press conference at the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce to address recent developments. It was stated that most Russian charters have pulled out for the summer season, resulting in anticipated low occupancy rates for beach resorts and potential revenue loss for Sri Lanka. Furthermore, this could hinder winter…
