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Ceylon Tea Trails featured in BBC Show Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby
Resplendent Ceylon’s first property, Ceylon Tea Trails was featured in the globally recognized BBC series, BBC Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby in a one-hour program at prime-time. This is unprecedented positive coverage for Sri Lanka, directly to potential travellers, a company news release said.
“Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby is a highly respected documentary series created by BBC Studios and delivered to broadcasters, airlines and platforms globally. Each hour-long show explores the vision behind one incredible and unique hotel property – it uncovers ‘Life Beyond the Lobby’, from unique guest experiences, the extraordinary lengths that the staff go to keeping things running smoothly for their guests, and often the landscape and culture in which the hotel operates.
“They explore everything from innovative architecture, incredible F&B experiences, multi-faceted team skills, unique cultural guest experiences and inspiring personalities. All the while never forgetting the hidden ‘everyday miracles’ that enable the hotel to become a unique and memorable home to its guests.”
Rather than simply enjoying the luxury, celebrity hosts, MasterChef Monica Galetti and barrister Rob Rinder go behind the scenes to work alongside staff members and discover what it takes to operate such unique and high-end establishments. Tea Trails is all about the time-honoured traditions which Monica and Rob experience plenty of.
The release went on to say:
“Think roaring fires and the comfort of a single malt whisky while the mists roll in or a stiff gin and tonic after a long day’s walk in the tea gardens. As always, the presenters also got hands-on, cooking and savouring traditional culinary favourites like hoppers, tracking local wildlife to ensure its preservation and exploring the majestic landscape that the property sits on.”
Ceylon Tea Trails was also recognized as the first Sri Lankan property on the Conde Nast Gold List which exemplifies the gold standard in hospitality as well as being on Robb Reports’ 50 Greatest Luxury Hotels on Earth.
Set up by the Fernando family — founders of Dilmah Tea, Resplendent Ceylon comprises five boutique luxury resorts across the island. The documentary also shines a light on the Fernando family’s dedication to the island of Sri Lanka through their extensive charity work, with 15% of pre-tax profits funnelled back into the community & environment.
Chairman MJF Leisure Malik Fernando shares, “After a tough few years, tourism is finally coming back to life and we could not be more excited to be representing the best of what our motherland has to offer through this iconic series. A full hour at prime time in the UK is unprecedented positive coverage for Sri Lanka, highlighting its beauty, wonderful people and culture.”
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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