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Sri Lanka Faces Tourism Revenue Drop in January 2026 Despite Rise in Tourist Arrivals to Colombo and Kandy – Here’s What to Know About the Challenges
Sri Lanka Faces Tourism Revenue Drop in January 2026 Despite Rise in Tourist Arrivals to Colombo and Kandy – Here’s What to Know About the Challenges In January 2026, Sri Lanka’s tourism industry faced a significant decline in revenue, despite witnessing a rise in the number of visitors. Tourism earnings dropped by 5.6% year-on-year, bringing in US$378.5 million, a reduction from the previous year’s figures. The surprising downturn occurred despite a 9.7% increase in tourist arrivals to the island nation, highlighting the economic challenges faced by Sri Lanka’s tourism sector. The decrease...