Katchatheevu Unbound: Charting a Shared, Sustainable Tourism Future Between Nations
Introduction In the global tourism economy, uncharted and symbolic spaces often hold the greatest potential for transformation. South Asia is home to one…
Introduction In the global tourism economy, uncharted and symbolic spaces often hold the greatest potential for transformation. South Asia is home to one…
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally altered the global tourism and work landscape. Remote work, once a luxury, has now become mainstream, and the…
Introduction: Overtourism and the Fragile Balance of Heritage Tourism is often described as a double-edged sword. For heritage-rich countries like Sri Lanka, it…
Bridging Tourism, Academia & Digital Influence Dr. Dharshana Weerakoon stands as a distinguished Tourism & Hospitality Specialist, seamlessly weaving together academic rigor, global…
Introduction In the 21st century, the global dialogue on development has shifted beyond profit and growth. The concept of Sustainable Wellness—the integration of…
Introduction: The Confluence of Faith and Luxury Tourism in the Indian Ocean has always been more than beaches, cocktails, and sunsets. For centuries,…
Introduction Sri Lanka’s coastal regions—long the heart of our tourism, culture, and livelihoods—face mounting threats: erosion, habitat loss, pollution, and the economic ripple…
Introduction Tourism has always thrived on novelty. Sri Lanka, with its beaches, cultural heritage, and wellness retreats, remains attractive but must constantly diversify…
Introduction: The Untapped Potential of Sri Lanka’s Maritime Luxury Market Sri Lanka, long celebrated as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” is globally…
Introduction Sri Lanka is not merely a tropical island; it is a land of rhythm, healing, and resilience. Known for its timeless Ayurveda…
Introduction In a world where tourism narratives often recycle tired tropes, my journey—from managing luxury resorts across Zanzibar’s spice-scented shores to navigating Saudi…
Introduction: From Colonial Decline to a New Dawn Coffee has always held a complicated place in Sri Lanka’s history. Long before the world…
Learning from Rwanda’s Gorilla Guardians Model for Post-Conflict Tourism Introduction: Healing the Land, Healing the People Sri Lanka is no stranger to paradox….
Introduction: Tourism Beyond Ramps and Elevators For decades, the discussion around accessible tourism in Sri Lanka has revolved primarily around physical infrastructure: wheelchair…
Introduction: Why Sri Lanka Must Reimagine Agri-Tourism Tourism has long been one of Sri Lanka’s economic pillars. Before the pandemic, the industry contributed…
Introduction: Why Sri Lanka Must Learn from Saudization — Now In 2011, I found myself in a bustling hotel lobby in Riyadh, watching…
The equatorial sun beat down on Stone Town’s coral rag alleys that afternoon years ago. I watched, sweat trickling down my neck, as…
Introduction: Why the Sea Is Sri Lanka’s Missed Opportunity Sri Lanka is a maritime nation. But you wouldn’t think so if you looked…
Introduction: Beneath the Surface Lies a Billion-Dollar Opportunity As the Indian Ocean’s crown jewel, Sri Lanka has long leaned on its beaches, wildlife…
Introduction: A Visa-Free Future for Work? In the post-pandemic world, work is no longer tied to geography. Millions of professionals—from software developers to…
Introduction: Turning Trees into Gold in the Age of Climate Finance In a world where net-zero targets are now corporate mantras, the humble…
Can AI Monks and Digital Dharma Reimagine Meditation Tourism for the 21st Century? Introduction: A New Age for an Ancient Faith As the…
Introduction: Rolling the Dice on Sri Lanka’s Future Sri Lanka, an island long celebrated for its spiritual serenity, Ayurveda traditions, and rich cultural…
Introduction: When Faith Meets Footfall Every year, over 2.5 million Muslims from across the globe converge on Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage—one of…
Introduction: A New Wave of Tourism in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s east coast, particularly Trincomalee, is poised for a tourism revolution. Traditionally celebrated…
Introduction — Where Water Meets Light On a still, moonless night in Batticaloa, the lagoon lies like a sheet of black silk. You…
Sri Lanka has long been a place where land, legend and livelihoods meet — a small island with a large heart, layered geology,…