🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Achieves Global Recognition for Responsible Tourism Excellence 🏆

Sri Lanka has secured three major accolades at the prestigious Global Responsible Tourism Awards 2025, held alongside the World Travel Market in London. The awards, now in their 20th year, highlight the country's growing commitment to sustainable and inclusive tourism. • Total Wins: Three Sri Lankan organisations/initiatives were recognised among 30 global changemakers. • Key Winners & Categories: • Heritance Kandalama Hotel: Silver Award for Climate Adaptation and Resilience. Recognised for its long-term, integrated regenerative tourism model. • Jetwing Vil Uyana: Finalist Award for Nature Positive. Commended for transforming degraded land into a biodiverse wetland supporting over 300 species. • Heel Oya Community Based Tourism (CBT) Village: Finalist Award for All-Inclusive Tourism. Praised for immersive, community-based packages integrating local gastronomy, trekking, and traditional agriculture. • National Impact: This recognition brings valuable international visibility, strengthening Sri Lanka's reputation as a sustainable and inclusive travel destination on the global map.