The Travellers blog
Guides, tips and inspiration for your next journey — written by people who plan trips for a living.
NewsSri Lanka Suspends International Flights: Immediate Travel Changes
Government orders suspension of all incoming international flights effective 17 March 2020, 3pm.
ReadNewsBandaranaike Airport Remains Open: Official Statement
Airport and Aviation Services Ltd reassures travellers: no closure planned despite coronavirus concerns.
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AviationIATA Confirms: February's Passenger Decline is the Steepest Since 9/11
Global demand fell 14.1% year-on-year in February 2020—the sharpest drop in two decades.
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InspirationSolo Travel as a Sri Lankan: Permission, Planning, and Peace of Mind
You don't need a tour group or companion. Here's how to travel solo with confidence and authenticity.
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AviationGlobal Aviation Faces Coronavirus Disruption: What Travellers Should Know
IATA warns airlines are bracing for a significant slowdown in bookings as COVID-19 disrupts Asia-Pacific travel.
ReadTravel tipsFive Ways to Fly Cheaper from Colombo (Without Waiting for Sales)
Practical booking tactics that actually lower fares, whether you're route-shopping or timing strategic trips.
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DestinationsSingapore in a Stopover: Colonial Streets, Gardens, and Night Markets
Turn a Singapore layover into a mini-adventure—it's compact, easy to navigate, and genuinely special.
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DestinationsDubai Stopover: Making the Most of a Few Hours (or a Day)
Three practical ways to spend a Dubai layover—from quick walkabouts to overnight escapes.
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Tourism UpdateSri Lanka's January Slump: What the Numbers Tell Us
Tourist arrivals fell 6.5% in January 2020 as the industry continued recovering from shock.
ReadTravel tipsWhat Actually Fits: A Packing Checklist for Sri Lankan Trips
The essentials Sri Lankan travellers need—humidity, tropical rain, and sun exposure demand specific gear.
ReadDestinationsWhen to Chase the Sun: Sri Lanka's Regional Weather Windows
Each region has its sweet spot. Here's how to read Sri Lanka's monsoons like a local.
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