Sri Lanka Tourism Resilience: 25,000 Arrivals Post-Cyclone & Strong Nov. Growth 📈

• Over 25,000 tourists arrived in the five days amidst and post-Cyclone Ditwah, prompting confidence in the sector's quick rebound capacity. • Officials confirmed approximately 250 tourists stranded during the floods were cared for, with many choosing to continue their tour, showcasing the industry's resilience. • Year-to-Date (11 Months) Arrivals: Surpassed 2.1 million. • November 2025 Performance: • Welcomed 212,906 visitors. • Recorded strong 16% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth. • This marks the highest November arrival count in five years and the highest monthly arrival total since March 2025. • Infrastructure Development: Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams was conferred Five Star Certification, the 33rd in the country. • Future Strategy: Focus remains on revitalising Colombo to become the South Asian hub for leisure, entertainment, and MICE tourism.