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Sri Lanka travel and tourism news: destinations, hotels, airlines and visitor updates, plus travel stories from around the world — from Serendib News.
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Sri Lanka Navy Brings 25 Indonesian Fishermen Safely Ashore After Maritime Rescue
The Sri Lanka Navy safely brought 25 Indonesian fishermen ashore at the Port of Colombo after their fishing trawler capsized south of Sri Lanka. The survivors…
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Aeroflot to Resume Moscow-Colombo Flights From October 3
Aeroflot will resume direct flights between Moscow and Colombo from October 3, initially operating two services per week. The Russian carrier suspended the…
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SriLankan Airlines Ranked Fifth in India & South Asia at Skytrax Awards 2026
SriLankan Airlines has secured fifth place in the India & South Asia regional category at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards. Air India ranked first,…
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AirAsia named World’s Best Low-Cost Airline for 17th consecutive year
AirAsia has been named the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline for the 17th consecutive year at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards. The airline operates 10 weekly…
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Sri Lanka Tourism Showcases Island Experiences to Swiss Travellers in Zürich
Sri Lanka Tourism has held a consumer promotional event in Zürich, showcasing the island’s culture, beaches, wildlife, wellness, cuisine and adventure…
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Iran flights to Baghdad, Muscat cancelled ahead of US aviation sanctions
Iran’s aviation officials negotiate with Oman and Iraq as US’s Bessent targets carriers seven months into the conflict.
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Qantas orders 12 new aircraft for expanded Project Sunrise as Sydney-New York non-stop flights confirmed for 2028
More than 360 Qantas pilots and 1200 cabin crew will be trained to operate the new fleet.
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Sri Lanka Navy Builds First Indigenous Waveless Referee Boat for Water Sports
The Sri Lanka Navy has built the country’s first indigenous waveless referee boat for rowing and canoeing events at the Navy Water Sports Centre in Diyawanna,…
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Polonnaruwa Railway Station Reopens Under ‘Dream Destination’ Programme
The renovated Polonnaruwa Railway Station has reopened under the ‘Dream Destination’ programme, which targets the modernisation of 100 railway stations across…
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Four-day heritage tour for Kalaburagi students to mark World Tourism Day
Nearly 1,500 students from 12 educational institutions are expected to participate in the educational tour.
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Over 10 Hospitalised After Eight-Vehicle Crash on Southern Expressway
More than 10 people, including schoolchildren, were hospitalised after an eight-vehicle collision on the Southern Expressway between the Gelanigama and…
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Malaysia Airlines Named Best Airline Staff in Asia at 2026 Skytrax Awards
Malaysia Airlines has been named Best Airline Staff in Asia at the 2026 Skytrax World Airline Awards and ranked among the world’s top three for cabin crew,…
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Foundation stone laid for first of 13 India-funded bridges in Sri Lanka
India and Sri Lanka have launched the construction of the Moragahakanda Bridge in Matale, the first of 13 permanent bridges planned under India’s post-Cyclone…
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Tourism earnings fall 10% despite strong visitor arrivals
Sri Lanka recorded a 10% year-on-year drop in tourism earnings during the first eight months of 2026, totaling USD 2.06 billion. The decline occurred even as…
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Vehicle Prices Drop by Up to Rs. 1 Million, Importers Say
Vehicle prices in Sri Lanka have fallen by Rs. 300,000 to Rs. 1 million for several popular models amid weak sales, with importers warning of further declines…
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Sri Lanka Railways Launches Pravesha Digital Ticketing Platform
Sri Lanka Railways has launched Pravesha, a new digital ticketing platform that allows passengers to purchase train tickets online through its website and…
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Seat belts mandatory for all expressway passengers from tomorrow
Sri Lanka Police will strictly enforce the mandatory seat belt requirement for all drivers and passengers travelling on expressways from September 19. Legal…
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British Airways to resume Dubai flights from November 3
British Airways resumes London–Dubai flights from November 3 with daily winter services, rising to twice daily as part of its updated Middle East schedule.
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Sri Lanka Exports First Locally Manufactured Amphibious Craft to Europe
Sri Lanka has exported its first locally manufactured amphibious craft to Europe. Produced by Ocean Voyager International, the high-tech craft can operate on…
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