Srilankan airlines launches competitive fares for tri nation series

Mumbai, August 2 (UNI) SriLankan Airlines brings an opportunity for the die-hard cricket fans to come together and indulge in their passion for cricket at competitive fares by catching all the action as it happens live.

SriLankan Airlines, the largest international carrier in India, is offering fares as a part of its ''Shopover'' Promotion at a mere Rs 14,000 exclusive of taxes.

The Shopover promotion by SriLankan Airlines includes return air tickets to Colombo, accommodation in star-class hotels on the Indian Ocean Island, discounts from leading department stores in Sri Lanka, and air tickets to Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Beijing and Male, a release issued by airlines said.

As a part of the ''Shopover promotions'' travellers can choose to go on from Colombo to one of five exotic Asian cities, ranging from the pristine beaches of the Maldives; to shopping, sightseeing and nightlife in Bangkok, Singapore or Kuala Lumpur; or a sightseeing vacation in exotic China or they can simply enjoy a shopping holiday in Colombo, and also experience the beaches, culture, history, and many other aspects that have earned Sri Lanka the name of Paradise.

The packages are available from Mumbai and are effective immediately till the August 31 with outbound travel till the September 15 . Packages to Colombo include two nights and three days in the Sri Lankan capital on bed&breakfast basis at some of the finest hotels on the island's west coast.

Those purchasing tickets from Mumbai can obtain a ticket from Colombo to Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur or Singapore for free! Those from Mumbai can obtain a ticket from Colombo to Male for Indian rupees 4,300 or Beijing for 8,800.

''A fantastic product combined with an extensive promotion will enable the holiday makers to enjoy this experience. We have worked at various aspects of holidaying and tried to cater to them'' said Seneka Fernando, Regional, Manager - Sri Lanka, Maldives and Indian Subcontinent.

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