Over 150 Sri Lankan travel agents say 'Nepal is safe for tourism'
Summary
More than 150 Sri Lankan travel agents have arrived in Kathmandu to signal that Nepal remains safe for tourism after the Bhote Koshi floods. The delegation’s visit is being used to promote Nepal-Sri Lanka tourism ties and boost confidence among international visitors.
Key Points
- More than 150 travel and tour agents from Sri Lanka are in Kathmandu to show that Nepal is safe for tourism after the Bhote Koshi floods.
- The delegation chose Nepal for its annual general meetings and said the visit was meant to reassure the world and support Nepal in a difficult time.
- Leaders from TAASL and IAASL called Nepal a world-class travel destination and said they are ready to work with Nepali tourism bodies to promote both countries.
- Nepali tourism officials and industry representatives said the visit could strengthen business links, expand tourism promotion and support a spiritual tourism circuit.
