In the heart of Sri Lanka’s wild coastal frontier, Jetwing Jungle Lodge, launches, emerging as a beacon of sustainable luxury. Adjacent to Yala National Park, this exquisite retreat offers an unparalleled experience of coastal luxury set amidst the untamed beauty of nature. Featuring ten private Jungle Dwellings, each residence stands as a sanctuary of serenity, complete with expansive wooden terraces that serve as perfect vantage points for observing diverse wildlife roaming freely around the property. Recent enhancements at the once-safari camp transcend aesthetic upgrades. With the introduction of a stunning rooftop infinity pool providing a tranquil oasis, guests can now bask in panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and the lush jungle canopy. The lodge’s culinary offerings celebrate Sri Lankan heritage infused with international flavours, presenting a diverse dining palette, from The Thicket restaurant to unique experiences at The Hive rooftop bar and beach dining on the dunes. To further enhance the guest experience, a team of skilled butlers is on hand to provide personalized service and curate exclusive excursions. Jetwing Jungle Lodge’s commitment to sustainability is highlighted by its strides towards becoming Sri Lanka’s first ‘Net Zero’ resort. A significant 125kW solar photovoltaic system has been installed, aiming to offset the resort’s direct and indirect emissions entirely. Further, the lodge has installed an on-site generated biogas and biomass. For those seeking an escape that harmonizes luxury with ecological consciousness, Jetwing Jungle Lodge offers a guilt-free retreat into the wild, where every moment contributes to a more sustainable future. Jetwing Jungle Lodge is an addition to the brand’s diverse portfolio of luxury hotels and villas. A leading advocate for sustainability and responsible tourism in Sri Lanka, Jetwing Hotels has established …

SriLankan Airlines bagged a Gold Award in the category of “Marketing-Carrier” at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards 2024, held in Bangkok on 28 August 2024, reaffirming the global appeal of its marketing communication endeavours. The campaign, “Colours of Jaffna,” is the first marketing campaign by any Sri Lankan entity to exclusively spotlight the island’s vibrant north. The timeliness of the campaign is further reinstated with CNN naming Jaffna as one of Asia’s most underrated places recently. This year, PATA honoured 24 travel and tourism entities out of 100 entries from around the world, as judged by a panel of 23 industry experts. One of the most successful campaigns ever to have been executed in the airline’s history, ‘Colours of Jaffna’ garnered a reach of over 14,000,000 across social media platforms with over 500,000 engagements. SriLankan Airlines, Head of Marketing, Saminda Perera, said, “I take this opportunity to thank the encouragement and support extended to us by the management, our valued partners and my team, without whom this will never be a possibility. Time after time, we have endeavoured to present Sri Lanka in novel perspectives, and it gives us great pleasure to be affirmed that our efforts are recognized by the industry fraternity and the travellers alike.” Staying true to the campaign title ‘Colours of Jaffna,’ the visuals — both the imagery and videography — highlight the plethora of colours that define Jaffna. From its waterfronts, and historic fort to the colourful temple interiors, festivities and cuisine, the visual tonality emphasizes the contrasting yet striking colours, capturing the city’s novelty, excitement and vivacity. The video is enhanced by a rhythmic soundtrack, with tempos reflecting the natural ebb and flow of …

Jatinder Paul Singh, Co-Founder & Global CEO, Viacation Tourism, won the ‘Emerging Leader Travel Startup’ Award at the India Travel Awards. Beeming with pride, he said, “The tourism industry is currently rebuilding in the post-COVID era, and has adapted to the new realities, embracing technology aligning with consumer needs, and creating innovative segments.”

Appealing to the states to collaborate for tourism acceleration, Venkatesan Dhattareyan, Regional Director (South), Ministry of Tourism, GoI, said that he believes the interstate travel circuits with bundled packages promoting multiple states or two states in one itinerary should be encouraged with a focus on lesser known destinations for the ease of travellers. It will help in equitable distribution of tourists and will benefit the region.

The 2nd edition of ITB India kick-started at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai on Wednesday. The three-day event is expected to attract thousands of industry professionals from around the world and will feature a B2B trade show, a conference, and a variety of networking opportunities.

“Indian Civil Aviation Ministry is monitoring airfares daily as the festive season approaches”, said Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Minister Civil Aviation, Govt of India. He said that the government has been in contact with airport operators, asking them to keep airfares reasonable and not exploit the increase in demand during the season, adding that no unreasonable fare surges have been observed yet, and the ministry will take appropriate actions if necessary.

Global aviation software specialist, Ramco Systems announced the release of version 6.0 of its Aviation Software – a revolutionary product release designed to transform M&E and MRO operations with AI-driven insights, advanced automation, and seamless integration. An integrated solution with modules for Contracts, Engineering, Planning, Maintenance, Supply Chain Management, Finance, ePUBS and advanced mobility capabilities, Ramco Aviation Software 6.0 is built to handle the challenges of tomorrow. The release introduces many unparalleled features that enable organizations to digitally transform their maintenance execution processes, as well as their management of flight safety, materials and commercials, with some of the key features and modules including: Engine MRO Module: A cutting-edge module designed exclusively for Aviation Engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operations, providing unparalleled precision and efficiency in engine maintenance management Maintenance Control Centre (MCC) Hub: To facilitate seamless operations, and provide MCC personnels with the capability to review aircraft readiness for upcoming schedules Aviation Material Requirements Planning (MRP) Module: A proprietary module to enhance organization’s planning and optimization capabilities through optimization of resource allocation and scheduling Graphical Quote Comparison Tool: To streamline decision-making process for purchases, and enable organizations with useful insights that help determine the best option Purchase Automation Framework: A robust framework that streamlines purchase order management with a one-time setup of automation rules Enhanced Pricing Solutions: The addition of enhanced capabilities to its pricing solutions, to enable organizations streamline billing and invoicing Sundar Subramanian, Chief Executive Officer, Ramco Systems, said, “The latest version of Ramco Aviation Software 6.0 is a significant milestone in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to excellence. Along with the advanced capabilities, our specialized Engine MRO solution is a key part of this …

Neil Patil, Founder & Director, Veena World, bagged the ‘Face of the Future’ Award at the India Travel Awards for being a multi-talented podcast host, inspiring a new generation of explorers! “Travel industry is still at a nascent stage in India and there is a lot to explore and a lot more to achieve for companies such as ours and the new entrants in this field,” he said at the awards.

“IHCL will invest ₹20 crore over the next three years to support international travel trade events and promote inbound tourism. This includes hosting events such as cocktail evenings at major international exhibitions to attract global visitors to India,” said Puneet Chhatwal,  CEO, IHCL”

Ministry of Tourism is aiming to create a tourism assets bank, a new initiative that maps India’s tangible and intangible attractions. From Hyderabad’s biryani to the beaches of Goa, the project will categorise what makes each destination special. V Vidyavathi, Secretary, MOT, said, “The aim is to develop tourism products that resonate deeply with travellers, offering them more personalised and experiential journeys.”