Sri Lanka
2015
Akquasun Holidays is a global destination management company which sells destinations where it owns & manages its own DMC’s. Established in year 2005 and merged with Expo holdings in year 2011 to provide better service through gathered experience in the travel industry for more than 25 Years. Akquasun’s operation network currently spans to 4 continents and 11 destinations achieving the Asia’s fastest growing destination Management company title in World travel awards 2012. Being a prestige partner in this globally renowned group, Akquasun Lanka is in inbound tourism attracting tourist around the world to the beautiful island of Sri Lanka. Akquasun Lanka provides a diverse range of services to its clients through group bookings, FIT’s , MICE, back-to-back tours, hotel bookings, transfers, Excursions, luxury holidays and special interest tours and events. Enabling the travelers to discover Sri Lanka in many new and exciting ways. Expo holdings being the parent company of Akquasun Lanka holidays ,its strengths and ability to provide better services to its customers has being exceptionally grown, with the added strengths of Expo Rail, expo aviation & expo hotels Akquasun Lanka has being able to provide the traveler an unforgettable and exciting journey in the paradise of Sri Lanka. Further having a vehicle fleet which includes more than 15 different kind of luxury vehicles & full time English speaking chauffer’s and guides, 24x7 airport rep & resort representatives. Akquasun Lanka has the ability to tailor make programmes to suite tour operators & FIT’s preferences and to deliver an exceptional service. Every member in Akquasun Lanka team is willing to work in their fullest strength to deliver the best and only the best to its valued customers
About Sri Lanka Sri Lanka, an island in the Indian Ocean is located to the South of the Indian subcontinent. It lies between 5 55’ and 9 55’ North of the equator and between the Eastern longitudes 79 42’ and 81 52. The total land area is 65,610 sq km and is astonishingly varied. A length of 445 km and breadth of 225 km encompasses beautiful tropical beaches, verdant vegetation, ancient monuments and a thousand delights to please all tastes. The relief features of the island consist of a mountainous mass somewhat south of the centre, with height exceeding 2,500 meters, surrounded by broad plains. Palm fringed beaches surround the island and the sea temperature rarely fall below 27 C.
With a population composed with many a races and religions, Sri Lanka is never short of festivals and celebrations. Every month brings a celebration either religious or cultural importance, making Sri Lanka one of the countries with highest number of celebrations and holidays.
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With varying climates and Geography packed into a small island Sri Lanka offers a range of adventures from the top of the mountains to the depths of the oceans. Other than taking a dip in the oceans or snorkelling, scuba diving and surfing are the most popular beach sports in the country. Scuba diving has long history in the country. Today the oceans filled with coral gardens, multitude of exotic fishes and ancient wrecks Sri Lanka offers one of the best diving experiences in the world. Although comparatively new to the country surfing too has made its mark in the Southern and Eastern coasts of the island for the last
With a history expanding over 3000years, Sri Lanka holds some of world’s ancient cities including Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Digamadulla; their once glorious townships, palaces, temples, monasteries, hospitals and theaters intricately carved and modeled out of stone lay and abandoned and forgotten with time amidst the soaring jungles.
Heritage Despite its fame as a resplendent island and a leading tourist destination, the secret of Sri Lanka’s attraction lies with its people. The spice addicted, cricket crazy and tea drinking people of Sri Lanka are famed for big smiles and a bigger heart. With a culture enriched with three thousand years of knowledge, Buddhism and many a colonial traditions, the Sri Lankan society is a potpourri of religions and races different yet similar in many a ways.
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Sri Lanka had continued to inspire and heal many who travelled to its shores ever since its existence was known to the world. Many who set foot on the island had considered it a part of a divine existence, Sri Lanka still continues to wrap its charm around its visitors, capturing their imagination with sights, sounds and flavors. Sri Lankan cuisines are a hidden treat to many while Ayurveda and meditation continues to heal the bodies and minds worn out with the cares of life. Sri Lanka is filled with romantic landscapes, governed by rising mountains, lush forests, ocean like tanks and gushing waterfalls, that it was considered the lost paradise by many a globe trotters, who fell upon the country. The golden beaches of the country had been praised for their picture postcard views since eternity. The dusk and dawn and many human activities connected to these times of the day creates a vibrant picture along the coasts of Sri Lanka.
Despite its small size Sri Lanka boasts of one of the highest rates of biological endemism in the world whether in plants or animals and is included among the top five biodiversity hotspots in the world. Of the ninety-one species of mammals found in Sri Lanka Asian elephants, sloth bear, leopards, sambar and wild buffaloes engages the majority of the attention of wildlife enthusiast. Yet the rarest mammals of Sri Lanka are the red slender Loris, Toque Macaque, and Purple-faced Langur, who according to IUCN clarifications are endangered due to habitat loss.
Things to do.. Endless beaches, timeless ruins, welcoming people, oodles of elephants, killer surf, cheap prices, fun trains, famous tea, flavourful food – need we go on? The Undiscovered Country You might say Sri Lanka has been hiding in plain sight. Countless scores of travellers have passed overhead on their way to someplace else, but years of war and challenges such as tsunamis have kept Sri Lanka off many itineraries. But now – as you’ve probably heard – the war is over and Sri Lanka’s looking up. If you’ve ‘done’ India, grown blasé about Southeast Asia or simply want to explore a place whose appeal and pleasures are myriad, then it’s time you dropped in. So Much in So Little Sri Lanka’s attributes are many. Few places have as many Unesco World Heritage Sites (eight) packed into such a small area. Its 2000-plus years of culture can be discovered at ancient sites filled with mystery. Legendary temples boast beautiful details crafted by artisans through the centuries. Across whole swaths of the country, that thing that goes bump in the night might be an elephant heading to a favourite waterhole. Safari tours of Sri Lanka’s pleasantly relaxed national parks encounter leopards, grouchy water buffaloes, all manner of birds and a passel of primates. When you’re ready to escape the tropical climate of the coast and lowlands, head for the hills, which are verdant, virescent and virally infectious with allure. Impossibly green tea plantations and rainforested peaks beckon walkers, trekkers or just those who want to see it on a spectacular train ride. And then there are the beaches. The beaches! Dazzlingly white and all so often untrod, they ring the island so that no matter where you go, you’ll be near a sandy gem. Should you beat the inevitable languor, you can surf and dive world-class sites without world-class crowds. It’s So Easy Distances are short: see the sacred home of the world’s oldest living tree in the morning (Anuradhapura) and stand awestruck by the sight of hundreds of elephants gathering in the afternoon (Minneriya). Find a favourite beach to call your own, meditate in a 2000year-old temple, exchange smiles while strolling a mellow village, marvel at birds and wildflowers, try to keep count of the little dishes that come with your rice and curry. Stroll past colonial gems in Colombo and then hit some epic surf. Sri Lanka is spectacular, it’s affordable and it’s still mostly uncrowded. Now is the best time to discover it.
Accommodation Home Stay Units Room in a Sri Lankan home which is occupied by a family where a guest and a family interact with each other giving opportunity to the guest to experience Sri Lankan way of life. If the house is more than hundred years old and if it is declared as an archaeologically preserved establishment by the Archaeology Department for Sri Lanka, then it will be categorized as a "Heritage Home". Home Stay Units will be categorized as follows as per the facilities and services provided. Home Stay Superior - Those which score more than 80% of the total marks received as per the criteria for HomeStays, Bungalows & Rented Homes / Rented Apartments. Home Stay - Those which score more than 50% of the total marks received as per the criteria for Home-Stays, Bungalows & Rented Homes/ Rented Apartments.
Luxury Accommodation Stay in a luxury hotel in Sri Lanka with Small Luxury Hotels of the World to sip freshly picked tea on a terrace overlooking Galle Fort. You’ll experience a holiday of sublime beaches and Buddhist temples. Also you will find some of world best colonial and boutique hotels in Sri Lanka.
MICE Why Akquasun Lanka for your event?? Our forte is the ability to customize according to YOUR requirement; this is why our wide range of activities and concepts are quite so impressive! We have the ability to cater to suit the situation, location, group or goal. We don’t simply provide a service but become an integral part of your conference, seminar, product launch or meeting and our activities will always be on par with your objectives and values. We have a team that is flexible to work with whatever the occasion, size or purpose, we know the right flavors and the solutions to offer. Why Choose Sri Lanka??
Airport in Colombo has arrangements for visitors to spend least amount of time through procedures and controls unAccessibility | Sri Lanka is a hub in Airline traffic with many less they wish to spend time in the duty free shopping international airlines operating to Sri Lanka. National Carrier, lounge. Sri Lankan Airlines operates to over 25 Countries covering over 45 cities, using modern Airbus fleet.Other airlines oper- Sri Lanka offers all modern facilities for Conferences, Exhibiating to Sri Lanka include Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Thai tions and Events with state of the Art Conference and ExhibiAirways, Royal Jordanian, Gulf Air, Austrian Air, Checz Air- tion Centers, Conference Hotels, Excellent Telecommunicalines, Malaysian Airlines, Indian Airlines, Kuwait Airways, tion systems, convenient transport system, Up-to-date Banking system, and Broad Band Web / Email facilities. LTU, Qatar Airways and Cathey Pacific. Value for money | In Comparison with many other competing destinations, visitors have confirmed that visiting Sri Lanka is value for money as all the packages come to you at a reasonable cost. Do contact our industry members for prices for various packages depending on your requirements.
These facilities are complimented with Dedicated Conference Departments, Special Services for MICE Travelers and Conferences Delegates, Special Hospitality Desks and Cuisine from Eastern to Western.
Facilities | Visitors from well over 80 countries could visit Sri Lanka without having prior visas. They receive visa on arrival for a period of one month with very low price. The modern
Some famous venues in Sri Lanka
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AKQUASUN LANKA
Expo Rail is a first of its kind luxury train operation in Sri Lanka which raised the bar of excellence and redefined Rail Travel in the country. Coming into operation on 1st October 2011 with a daily super luxury carriage service on the regular Colombo-Kandy intercity train, Expo Rail now operates on 4 major routes covering more than 60 key destinations. A part of the diversified conglomerate Expolanka Holdings PLC, Expo Rail offers the very best in passenger rail transport setting high standards. Driven by a team of skilled and motivated professionals onboard and off board, geared to meet the demands of all customers with a focus on quality customer service; our mission is to get customers to indulge themselves with the services we have to offer from the moment they board until it's time to disembark. Expo Rail assures its passengers a unique travel experience, with each and every facet of this luxury train compartment looked into with great detail. Equipped with state of the art facilities including luxurious reclining seats for spacious com-
fort and relaxation, the fully air-conditioned carriages with individual power outlets per seat and free Wi-Fi are of the most up-to-date modes of rail transportation. Wide Screen LCD Televisions are set up to enhance your journey with entertainment, and the meals served on board add a new dimension to the rail cuisine. Some of the other facilities include spacious overhead compartments, 'First Aid' treatment on hand and clean Wash Rooms with a cabin crew onboard offering you a personalized service. Expo Rail extends its services to many popular destinations which include Kandy / Peradeniya / Polgahawela / Kurunegala / Anuradapura / Vavuniya / Nawalapitipya / Hatton / Haputhale / Bandarawela / Nanuoya / Demodara / Pattipola / Ella / Badulla / Habarana / Galoya and Trincomalee among the 60 major cities and towns it covers.
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