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Winning and Retaining Italian Tourists

A Development Workshop and Panel Discussion

Date Wednesday, 02 April 2025

Platinum Sponsor and Official Venue Partner Cinnamon Life City of Dreams, Colombo

Event on the 8th Floor, Dinner on the 9th Floor at Quizine Restaurant

Time: Registration 5:30pm onwards.
Event begins at 6.00pm sharp.

Sri Lanka holds immense appeal for European tourists, and by implementing a few straightforward adjustments, we can significantly enhance its attractiveness. However, competition from Southeast Asia is strong, and they employ sophisticated strategies.
To explore how Sri Lanka can stand out, join us to learn, discover, and implement effective strategies in your business. Notably, Italian tourists are among the fastest-growing demographics visiting Sri Lanka.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our Exclusive Event Venue Partner, Cinnamon Life City of Dreams, and its welcoming (Italian) General Manager, Alessandro Cabella, for their support and hosting this event.
Special thanks also to our keynote speaker, Dr. Alberto Arcidiacono, Deputy Head of Mission, as a result of our longstanding collaboration with the Embassy of Italy in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

The event will feature a distinguished five-member panel for a comprehensive Question and Answer session.
The Panel
Dr. Alberto Arcidiacono, Deputy Head of Mission (keynote)
Mr. Heshan Cooray, Marketing Director, Jetwing Hotels (moderator)
Mr. Nalin Jayasundera, Managing Director, Aitken Spence Travels, Chairman SLAITO.
Mr. Buddhika Hewawasam, Chairman SLTDA & SLTPB, Country Representative, IATA
Mr. Miguel Cunat, Founder, The Pekoe Trail Organization
Additionally, we will have participation from Destination Management Companies (DMCs), various tourism service providers, airline representatives, tour guides, Italian Travel Agents, and Online Travel Agents (OTAs). Furthermore, participants from Italy have been invited to join virtually, providing valuable insights.


Our Panel
Dr. Alberto Arcidiacono, Deputy Head of Mission, Embassy of Italy in Sri Lanka Keynote
Mr. Hashan Cooray, Director - Marketing and Development, Jetwing Hotels Moderator
Mr. Buddhika Hewawasam, Chairman SLTDA and SLTPB, Country Representative IATA
Mr. Nalin Jayasundera, MAnaging Director, Aitken Spance Travels, President SLAITO
Mr. Miguel Cunat, Founder - the Pekoe Trail Organization

Attire :  Office Attire / Smart Casual

Investment
LKR 12,500 (members of SLItBC, SLAITO, Skal International, THASL, Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, and PATA)
LKR 13,500 (Non-members)

Bank details
Name: CEYLON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Bank: Hatton National Bank (HNB)
Branch: City Office
Account Number: 002010276741
 Narration: SLITBC Tourism <company name>


Registration Form