August 2022

MONTHLY NEWS BULLETIN - AUGUST 2022

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“You can walk in a dream while you are awake: Just walk in the foggy morning of a forest!”

~ Mehmet Murat ildan ~

Dear Trade Colleagues,

Sri Lanka is back on track! Visitors to the country have been pouring in and the people of Sri Lanka have welcomed them all with open arms. With all that’s been going on in the last couple of years, it’s always good to do a reset of the mind and body and we believe that we are the perfect destination for everyone looking for a changeSri Lanka is back on track! Visitors to the country have been pouring in and the people of Sri Lanka have welcomed them all with open arms. With all that’s been going on in the last couple of years, it’s always good to do a reset of the mind and body and we believe that we are the perfect destination for everyone looking for a change.The faith that travellers are showing in Sri Lanka as a holiday destination is absolutely amazing and the number of arrivals is growing every day.

Travel Restrictions from all over the world are being lighted and this is an excellent sign for the travel trade we’re overjoyed to see so many guests in the country after such a long time.

So without further ado, let’s get going and escape to a mountain retreat, get down and become a Sri Lankan warrior, find out about our newest roofing ordeal, and talk to a very special “Guru” who will definitely change your life.

I wish you and your clients an experiential journey with happy months ahead and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Anuruddha Bandara (AB)

Founder
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