This seems to be a very good move from tourism and transportation point of view. Kandy is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sri Lanka. It is equally popular among local and foreign tourists. A domestic airport will help travelers to reach Kandy quickly and save travelling time.

But there may be few issues

We need to see what would be the ticket cost going to be. If the rates are high then people will avoid air travel to Kandy. Other potential problem is there are only a limited number of domestic airports in Sri Lanka. Therefore passengers will have to travel a reasonable distance to take a flight to Kandy.

Overall this is a good idea. I am sure domestic airports will come to other major cities in Sri Lanka. This will boost the tourism industry and also will help business travelers.

Green Globe Certification is the worldwide sustainability system based on internationally-accepted criteria for sustainable operation and management of travel and tourism businesses. Operating under a worldwide license, Green Globe Certification is based in California, USA, and is represented in over 83 countries. Green Globe is the only certification brand to be an affiliate member of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) an agency of the United Nations, and is partly owned by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC).

Green Globe Certification CEO Guido Bauer said, “We are proud to be working with the John Keells Hotels Group and congratulate Bentota Beach Hotel on their inaugural certification.

“Over the years, the region around the hotel has had to recover from the tsunami of 2004 and Bentota Beach Hotel has been a willing contributor to ongoing community development. Guests to this idyllic resort are encouraged to visit and support the local turtle conservation activities of Kosgoda Sea Turtle Hatchery.

“The hotel itself along with its manicured gardens is a significant part of local heritage. This former rubber plantation was first transformed into a landscape garden over 80 year ago and is a living part of Bentota’s cultural experience,” added Mr. Bauer.

The hotel has implemented a number of key sustainability contributions resulting in the improvement of its own operations, as well as of the community in which it operates. Monitoring of energy and water usage is under way, with measures implemented for reducing each. Renewable sources of energy have been used where possible – the additional cooling generated by the pump system has been diverted to the air conditioners in the guides’ and drivers’ accommodation areas, while solar power is made use of for the kitchen, pantry, and spa complex. The garden staff of the hotel are actively working on an organic vegetable garden – still in its infant stages – which, once fully developed, will meet the hotel’s own requirements for organic herbs and vegetables.

Beyond these environmental achievements, however, the hotel has taken significant measures in local community development through its involvement with the Bentota Beruwala Hoteliers Association. The hotel along with the Association has been instrumental in developing the lives and livelihoods of the “Beach Operators” as they are now known – local youth who are now given priority in organizing beach activities along with cultural and environmental tours for guests. The management of Bentota Beach Hotel also has plans to set up an association to protect and conserve ecosystems that are part of the Bentota River.

Courtesy : eTurbo News

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What does this mean to Sri Lanka?

More tourists mean more business to the hospitality industry in the country. The tour operators and hotels are busy preparing the best for visitors.

There was a time most countries were imposing travel ban against Sri Lanka due to the security situation. Things have changed dramatically and Sri Lanka has become one of the favourite travel destinations.

If you are a reader who hasn’t been to Sri Lanka yet then I think the New York Times article is more than enough to convince you.

Most of the travellers don’t know that Sri Lanka has much more things to offer than above countries. Here are few things that you can see or experience only in Sri Lanka.

• Any type of climate (10C – 35C) within 3 – 4 hours of drive
• The oldest tree in the world
• Receive 5-start luxuries for the cost of 3-star
• Massive man made tanks
• The first civilization of the world (Sinhala civilization)
• The best surfing beach in the world (Arugam bay)

Apart from the above Sri Lanka has been recognized as one of the few countries to offer best beaches, best wildlife experience, best natural rain forests, scenic mountains and waterfalls.

Now you know why you must go to Sri Lanka for your next holiday.

Swimming pool and the scenic view of the Bolgoda Lake.

If you want to relax and rejuvenate then you must visit “Spring of Life” ayurvedic resort in Sri Lanka. Located in just 25kms from Colombo city centre, this resort has luxury accommodation in a very quite environment.

The resort is bordering the scenic Bolgoda Lake. It has a large swimming pool and various traditional ayurvedic treatment rooms for guests. This is not a place for a traditional holiday. This is a place for pure relaxation while receiving ayurvedic treatments to heal your mind and body.

If you are suffering from critical illnesses then this ayurveda resort in Sri Lanka has special panel of doctors to treat you. Many patients from all over the world are visiting this place for treatments.

Make sure to visit this place on your next holiday in Sri Lanka. Make sure to contact them and book your holiday in advance. Visit our ayurvedic resort in Sri Lanka page for more details and how to make your bookings. Visit ayurveda treatment page for details on various treatments available at Spring of Life ayurvedic resort in Sri Lanka.

Luxury rooms at the Ayurvedic Resort