GlobalData has ranked Sri Lanka as the fourth fastest growing tourism market in the world.
Iceland, Japan, Hungary, Sri Lanka and Chile have been listed as the top five fastest growing tourism markets in the world for the period between 2017 and 2021.
GlobalData’s ”Tourism Potential Index” provides a ranking of 60 major developed and emerging markets around the world to assess potential growth opportunities in the tourism sector.
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One of the most exciting things about long-haul travel is the culture shock that meets you alongside that warm breeze when you finally step off the plane. Being in a place where the customs and traditions are totally different to what you’re used to is often a freeing and refreshing sensation, but it does mean that you have to adjust your behaviour somewhat to ensure you don’t offend local people.
After an incredible trip to Sri Lanka this summer, here’s my advice on fitting in with the locals when exploring this stunning, verdant island.
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http://www.ft.lk/travel-tourism/Cruising-the-islands-of-Jaffna/27-647587
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Tourist arrivals rose marginally by 0.2% in November this year compared to the same period last year, surpassing 1.8 million arrivals for the year, data released yesterday by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) revealed.
Nearly 1.8 million tourists arrived in Sri Lanka last year contributing $ 2.86 billion in earnings to the Government. Sri Lanka’s Tourism Authority has set a target of 2.5 million tourist arrivals this year.
http://www.ft.lk/front-page/Tourist-arrival-numbers-struggle-in-Nov-/44-644876