Sri Lanka - The tourists destination for valuve of money

In last few years what we saw was flight coming to Sri Lanka full of tourists from Europe and Middle East. But most of them just stay in Bandaranayake International Air port or in the same flight to as transit tourists to Maldives.They just use this wonderful country as a transit Airport. One main reason for this was the 26 year old conflict in Sri Lanka.

Even they landed in this wonderful country, they wasted their golden opportunity to see the beauty of this country. It might be two possible reasons for this,
1. Security conditions in Sri Lanka before 19th May 2009
2. They may not fully aware of this small miracle "Sri Lanka"

Now there is no terrorism in Sri Lanka thanks to our government and military force. They united this wonderful island and brought the peace to this country. Sri Lanka is now very safe country to travel for anyone.

So that first reason we pointed out is no more there. Now only possible reason might be second one.

Sri Lanka tourism work hard onto address to this issue and they initiated lof of promotion campaigns as well. One such event is "Hikkadua Beach Fest -2009".

We hope to keep posting the way to get best of of your trip to Sri Lanka and small miracles we can show to tourist visiting Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Tourismupdated their web site and one one can find lot information there.

In Sri Lanka within a small land area it has everything to offer for tourists, value for their money, not only sandy beaches.

Sri Lanka is a tourist destination you can see very unique ecologically-wondrous types of forest, magnificent landscapes and mountains, lagoons, rivers and waterfalls, wild life parks and unique ecosystems, inspiring heritage sites from ancient cities to colonial forts, a vibrant culture including fine arts and crafts and grand festivals, and a people of diverse ethnicity and religious persuasion, charming and hospitable.

So its truly a wonderful tourist destination for value of your money. We keep updated our web site as well as blog posting with the details of where to go and what to see in Sri Lanka while you are in Sri Lanka.

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New tourism brand for Sri Lanka

Tourism is one of the major industries in Sri Lanka to help economic development in the country. Due to terrorism activities in past three decades tourism industry in this beautiful island was badly affected.

With the peace after the three decades SL government initiate few projects to develop this industry again. Re-branding Sri Lanka Tourism is one of the initiative among them. Sri Lanka had several tag lines before. Perl of the Indian Ocean, Isle of Serendipity, Land like no other.All such statements had their justification and reflections to project the Sri Lanka to the world.

This re-branding launched today, a new logo and slogan have been introduced. Sri Lanka Tourism new web site launch today to mark this event.

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Yala to re-open today (23rd june 2009)

Sri Lanka state media announced yesterday that Yala sanctuary which was closed recently due to security reasons will be re-opened today for visitors from 5.30am.

This a good sign for tourism in Sri Lanka after 30 years of terrorism. Now Sri Lanka has become better safe and secure tourist destination.

Government in the process of launching new programs to attract tourist and promote tourism in Sri Lanka.

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Elephants in Sri Lanka

Lovers of wildlife like to watch elephants, more than any other animal, in their natural surrounding.

In Sri Lanka there are many places you can visit to see Elephants in their natural surroundings. Wilpattu, Yala, Udawalawe, Minneriya and Kaudulla are famous wildlife sanctuaries where you can see elephants roaming wild and free. In the evening of the day is the ideal time to watch the elephants.

So the best way to plan your tour is to visit Dambulla and stay in a hotel at Dambulla. Then in the evening within half an hour drive you can reach Huruluwewa Echo park. There are safari jeeps available with very experienced guides.

These safaris usually end at a huge rock from where you can see whole expanse of jungle at once.

Lion Lanka Tours offers two tour packages including the destination to Dambulla. If you select Culture and Heritage Tour package or Colombo - Sigiriya tour package you can include elephant watching adventure to your tour package!

Sri Lanka's best low-cost tour packages

Lion Lanka Tours now offers low cost hassle free tour packages. It is based on daily rate and as low as US$60 per day. There is no mileage limitation, but you need to book your tour for at least 3 days.

For more details visit our tour packages page.

Sri Lanka calls on EU governments to revise travel advisories to SL

Sri Lanka has called on the governments of EU member states to change perceptions of Sri Lanka via early revision of travel advisories, taking into account the significantly changed security situation in Sri Lanka.

Source: http://www.lankapage.com/index_new.php

Hikkaduwa Beach Fest`09

Hikkaduwa Beach Fest 09 an initiative of Sri Lanka Tourism. This event will held from 31st July 2009 (Friday) to 1st August 2009 (Saturday). More information available on Sri Lanka Tourism website.