Flight booking data shows only modest growth heading into early 2017 and beyond.
AHTIC delivers conclusion: Sri Lanka brims with potential but success depends on political leadership
Over the past two days several of Asia’s leading hotel investors from 19 countries discussed the investment potential of Sri Lanka and other destinations around the Indian Ocean from Mauritius and the Seychelles to Malaysia and Vietnam.
Chinese check-in to AHTIC to check-out tourism opportunities in Sri Lanka
As well as the Chinese delegation, AHTIC will bring international leaders of the hospitality industry to Sri Lanka. It will be a forum for three days of high-level discussion from across the region – speeches by prominent insiders, a unique chance to hear political leaders’ views first-hand, and opportunities to network with entrepreneurs and other successful individuals.
Deni A. Dukic appointed General Manager at Galle Face Hotel
Most recently Dukic was executive assistant manager and rooms specialist – ASPAC (Asia Pacific) at Grand Hyatt Seoul from 2012 – 2016.
Sri Lanka tourism minister highlights red-tape as major challenge
Financial and administrative regulations, must be changed to suit current requirements, according to the island’s Minister for Tourism, Mr John Amaratunga. Promising speedy reforms, he added there would be new concessions and investment opportunities announced at AHTIC.
Sri Lanka announces plans for tourism development zones
At least five “Themed International Tourism and Family Entertainment Zones” are being designated in state-owned land, selected for their outstanding natural beauty. They include beaches, mountain and forest regions, extending over more than 1500 acres.
Asia Hotel and Tourism Investment Conference in Sri Lanka features impressive line-up of political and business leaders
Hot topics are likely to include land ownership, impediments to raising finance and shortage of talent.
Ian McCormack named GM at Shangr-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa in Sri Lanka
Having worked in Asia with Leading Hotels of the World and IHG, Iain most recently was the Consultant General Manager at Naman Retreat, in Danang and prior to that the GM at InterContinental Danang, Vietnam.
Riu Sri Lanka marks brand’s entry on Asian continent
The newly-constructed hotel offers a 24 hour all inclusive service and is located overlooking the beach in Ahungalla.
Simon Dell appointed Vice President and Area General Manager for Sri Lanka at Onyx Hospitality Group
Dell has been with ONYX since 2008 and most recently he held regional responsibility across Hong Kong and China as the Vice President of Operations for ONYX North Asia.
