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Christmas at the Boulevard
The Crescat Boulevard of Colombo, with its exquisitely refurbished interior and exterior, will compensate for all the missed Christmas cheer in the past year with its grand reopening which took place on the 19th of November inclusive of many fun-filled activities and competitions which will carry on, all the way until the 24th of December. With an ultimate goal of providing you with the best seasonal shopping experience of your life, the newly restructured and redecorated Crescat Boulevard presents, not only an aesthetically pleasing modernized interior but also a plethora of trending shopping and dining opportunities that you do not want to miss out on.
Adopting the theme “Christmas at the Boulevard”, the boulevard is ready to rekindle the blissful Christmas spirit in the hearts of you and your family with a wide range of exciting and thrilling activities to partake in that will most definitely enhance the festivities of this season.
Crescat, renowned for being one of the oldest shopping malls in Colombo, is managed by John Keells Properties and has transformed into one of the most exclusive shopping malls in the area with a selection of designer, high end stores and also commonly loved brands by the populace. The Christmas tree light up ceremony which took place on the 3rd of December, was graced by the presence of Mr. Nayana Mawilmada, Sector Head of John Keells Properties and Executive Vice President of the John Keells Group, Mr Ravi Wijewantha, Sector Financial Controller of John Keells Properties and Executive Vice President of the John Keells Group and Mr Theekshana Jayarathna, Head of Asset Management of John Keells Properties and Assistant Vice President of the John Keells Group. The extravagant Christmas tree light up ceremony was only a minute taste of what is yet to come at the Boulevard this Christmas season.
The 11th of December will be a day filled with fun and games for kids of all ages. Rightly named, ‘Jingle all the way’, kids will be offered a variety of activities including fun quizzes with exciting gifts, storytelling sessions at 12pm and 3pm, karaoke for kids and even a cosplay competition from 4pm to 6pm which your child will undoubtedly talk for months to come.
‘Jingle bell rock’ will take place on the 18th of December, all day from 11am to 7pm, to give kids of all ages a rocking time. With magic shows happening from 12pm to 1pm and 3pm to 4pm, your kids will be too engrossed in fun activity to disturb you while you shop. Moreover, your kids will have the opportunity to test their vocal skills during the karaoke session for kids and they will also be able to participate in fun quizzes and games standing a chance to walk away with valuable prizes.
Crescat Boulevard also presents to you a Christmas carol festival like no other on the 22nd of December from 5pm to 7pm so that you could feel the true spirit of Christmas. If your Christmas wish this year was a sensational evening of song, music and a stellar shopping adventure with outstanding bargains and deals, Crescat has got you covered. With a line up like never before, don’t forget to visit Crescat this Christmas season.
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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