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20/01/2026

Sri Lanka continues to capture hearts worldwide as Galle secures 5th place in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Honeymoon Destinations. Ranked alongside iconic romantic getaways like Bali, Mauritius, the Maldives and St. Lucia, this recognition reflects real newlywed experiences and highlights Sri Lanka’s growing appeal on the global tourism stage.

20/01/2026

Love, it seems, knows exactly where to go..

Tripadvisor has released its Travelers’ Choice™ Best of the Best 2026 – Honeymoon Destinations, drawing from millions of traveller reviews from around the world.

Ranked 5th in the world, Galle has earned its place not through marketing — but through the lived experiences of couples who chose it to begin their journey together.

The Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations for 2026:

Bali, Indonesia 2. Mauritius 3. Maldives 4. St. Lucia 5. Galle, Sri Lanka 6. Hue, Vietnam 7. Napa Valley, USA 8. Positano, Italy 9. Watamu, Kenya 10. Antigua.

From sunset walks along centuries-old ramparts, to intimate boutique stays, ocean views, heritage architecture, and a pace that allows couples to simply be — Galle resonates in a way that feels timeless.

This recognition comes from independent global travel reporting based on Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice awards, not local opinion or promotion. It reflects what couples themselves have shared — again and again — in their reviews.

How Tripadvisor determines the rankings

Quality and quantity of traveller reviews. Reviews submitted between 1 Oct 2024 – 30 Sept 2025. Honeymoon-specific experiences, accommodation, activities, and overall satisfaction

Some places shout romance. Others whisper it softly — and stay with you forever.

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18/01/2026

10/01/2026

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29/12/2025

29/12/2025

Sri Lanka Nears Tourism Glory as Arrivals Surpass 2.3 Million Again

Sri Lanka has once again crossed the 2.3 million tourist arrivals mark in 2025, achieving this milestone for only the second time in the country’s history. The island last reached this level in its record-breaking year of 2018, when total arrivals stood at 2,333,796.

After welcoming 2,053,465 tourists in 2024, the strong growth seen in 2025 highlights a powerful recovery and renewed global confidence in Sri Lanka as a destination. With steady demand from key source markets and consistent arrival numbers, the country is now edging closer to what could become its best tourism year in decades.

This achievement reflects the resilience of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry and signals a promising road ahead for travel, hospitality, and the wider economy.

29/12/2025

24/12/2025

Sri Lanka Tourist Arrivals Cross 2.25 Million Milestone

Travel Voice : Sri Lanka’s tourism recovery continues to build strong momentum, with total tourist arrivals reaching 2,258,202 from January to 21 December 2025, reflecting sustained growth and renewed confidence in the destination.

Provisional figures show that 154,609 tourists arrived between 1 and 21 December 2025, highlighting robust demand during the peak travel season.

Seven key source markets have each recorded over 100,000 arrivals so far this year, underlining the broad-based recovery of the sector. India remains Sri Lanka’s largest source market with 510,133 visitors, followed by strong arrivals from the United Kingdom, Russia, Germany, China, France, and Australia.

This steady growth reinforces Sri Lanka’s position as a preferred destination and signals a positive outlook for the tourism industry as the year draws to a close.

23/12/2025

23/12/2025