After half a decade of challenges, Sri Lanka has achieved a significant tourism milestone by welcoming 2 million visitors in 2024 the first time since 2018. This remarkable achievement signals the island nation's recovery and re-emergence as a top travel destination.

A Long Road to Recovery

Since the economic and political upheavals in recent years, Sri Lanka's tourism industry faced setbacks. From the Easter attacks in 2019 to the global pandemic and subsequent economic crisis, the path to recovery has been anything but straightforward. However, Sri Lanka's resilience and continuous efforts to revitalize its tourism industry have finally paid off.

In 2018, Sri Lanka welcomed over 2.3 million visitors, but the years that followed saw fluctuating numbers. Today, the country is once again stepping into the limelight as travellers rediscover the island's pristine beaches, ancient temples, and lush landscapes.