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Excel World presents the Coolest Place in Colombo
In keeping with the spirit of the upcoming festive season, Excel World will kick-start the holidays by bringing back its much-loved and iconic Snow World. After a three year hiatus, the unique ice-inspired space will be relaunched to the public in a new way by offering enhanced imaging, lighting and more. These innovative features will play a key role in transporting visitors of all ages to an icy Alpine experience reminiscent of Santa’s snowy winters in the North Pole. In addition to this, Excel World will host a “Festive Carnival” consisting of games and entertainment curated specially for the entire family.
With a footfall of 450,000-500,000 to Excel World since 2017, the number of visitors to Snow World averaging 1,500 daily and following its three year break, a renewed interest and increase in customers is expected this December. The space encompasses crushed ice which runs on 45 minute cycles and is refreshed every few hours to maintain a chilly experience. This season, ice-activities will include a frosty Igloo, Christmas Tree made from twinkling lights, a handcrafted Snowman, larger-than-life Candy Cane, live DJ, Photographer, Games and other holiday fun.
Snow World will be in operation from the 13th-31st of December with long-term plans of extending it to the public as a unique event space. From snow-filled product launches and corporate gatherings, to kids’ parties and even weddings, the venue entails endless opportunities for a one-of-a-kind icy experience that is offered only at Excel World.
Commenting on the re-opening of Snow World, Head of Operational Excellence – Browns Hotels & Resorts and Excel World, Devika De Alwis-Saelen said, “We at Excel World are pleased to play a pivotal role in Colombo’s seasonal festivities this year. A snowy experience always and continues to go hand-in-hand with the feeling and spirit of Christmas which is also reminiscent of Santa Claus and the North Pole. We have been diligently working behind the scenes to ensure we curate and bring to life a whimsical wonderland and we hope this creates wonderful memories for everyone who visits.”
Excel World, Colombo’s most popular entertainment park for the entire family is owned and managed by Excel Restaurants Ltd. Following its renovations in the recent past, Excel World offers a range of food outlets and restaurants in addition to its popular Darley Road Pub and Brick Lane Coffee House along with its upgraded banquet and conference facilities. Excel Restaurants Ltd., is owned by the Browns Group, which is also a part of LOLC, one of the largest diversified conglomerates in Sri Lanka. The Browns Group manages a fast-growing and valuable portfolio of brands across several key industry sectors, such as power generation; home and office solutions; agriculture and plantation support services; pharmaceuticals; investments; marine and manufacturing as well as leisure and hospitality.
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.
Business
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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