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The C Vibes Club Tour is back to rock Colombo
Two international female DJs lead the set
Two international DJs and Colombo’s best will rock 10 venues over 10 days when the C Vibes Club Tour 2023 takes off on the 22nd of June and rocks on until the 2nd of July. These are set to probably be the best nights out, which you don’t want to miss out!
The tour will be headlined by two premier female DJs from the European club circuit Aya and Anna, ably supported Sri Lanka’s star DJs Ace, Trev D, Inirah, Iman and Wendell.
DJ Aya who hails from Romania creates some great vibes with her House, Dance, Hip-hop & R&B spins, having shared the stage with the likes of Amin Van, Martin Garrix and David Guetta. Her repertoire at numerous clubs, stages and festivals including opening the main stage of UNTOLD, SAGA, Flight and Take Off Festivals as well as the Sibiu Festival have earned her an ardent following of over 20,000. She won the International DJ Contest in 2020 hosted by MixMash Records and Laidback Luke and is Brand Ambassador for Denon DJ. She has a buzzing music career both as a producer and remixer, having remixed records for David Guetta, 50 Cent, Sean Paul, Missy Elliot and Acraze among a host of top names in the industry.
Austrian DJ Anna has also released songs with Universal Music
Austrian DJ Anna is not just amazing at spinning her music of Techno, House, Dance, Hip-hop and Techno prompting a following of nearly 32,000 and over 10,000 TikTok streams, she is also the Brand Ambassador for L’Oreal, Universal Studios and Sol Vienna. She is known for her amazing speaking skills which gets the floor into an energetic party mode. She has released songs under Universal Music including Pizza which had millions of streams.
The C Vibes Club Tour 2023, with partners YES FM and Cinnamon Grand will take on the most happening clubs in Colombo with the opening event at Sequel, followed by Industri, Breeze Bar & Kava, Travelling Bruncher, Love Bar, Re.Pub.Lk, Botanik, Rodeo and Disques. So get your groove on and be a part of the best nights out, probably!
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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