SKAL International Colombo

02/08/2026

Skål International Colombo signs Landmark Industry Partnership with Solutions (Pvt) Ltd, which markets its products under the Celcius Luxury Bedding brand, is Sri Lanka's leading manufacturer and supplier of luxury bed and bath linen to the hospitality industry.

This landmark partnership reflects Skål International Colombo's commitment to strengthening ties between the travel, tourism, and hospitality sectors and allied industries, creating meaningful opportunities for collaboration and mutual growth among its members and partners.

The official Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed by Bernard Wijetunge, President of Skål International Colombo, and Goonatillake, Chairman of the Celcius Solutions, in the presence of Honorary Secretary Chandrasena and Assistant Secretary Gunasekera.

02/08/2026

Part 2 of the Skal International Colombo EGM photos

02/08/2026

Skål International Colombo recently concluded its Extraordinary General Meeting at the Taj Samudra, Colombo, Srilanka graced by our distinguished guest speaker, His Excellency Santosh Jha, High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka
India in Sri Lanka (High Commission of India, Colombo)

Addressing members of the travel and tourism fraternity, the High Commissioner spoke of the enduring strength of India–Sri Lanka relations and how this partnership has been a catalyst for tourism development in the region. In an engaging Q&A session, he also shared valuable insights on how Sri Lanka can best position itself to attract the high-net-worth Indian traveller — a segment of immense potential for the island's tourism industry.

Skal Colombo also inducted 9 new members, including 4 Young Skal Professionals
(Part 1)

SKAL International Colombo Skal Asia Bernard Wijetunge

17/06/2026

MACAO PLAYS HOST TO 55TH SKÅL INTERNATIONAL ASIA CONGRESS 2026

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Global tourism leaders converge in Macao to celebrate heritage and champion innovation The55th Skål International Asia Congress concluded this week in Macao, bringing together nearly 200 tourism professionals from across Asia and beyond for

14/06/2026

Members from Skål international Colombo attended the 55th Skål International Asia Congress in the vibrant city of Macau 🇲🇴 recently. Skal Colombo were also awarded runners up in the membership development category and the awards were collected by President Skål Colombo Bernard Wijetunge.
Skal Asia Dushy Jayaweera - Director Skål International, Keethi Jayaweera, Sutheash Balasubramaniam Prasanjit Perera Denesh Silva Angeline Ondaatjie Dinushka Chandrasena - Director Skål Asia

17/05/2026

The Skål India National Congress (SINC 2026) takes place in the vibrant city of Coimbatore, bringing together around 500 tourism and hospitality professionals from Skål clubs across the globe for three days of networking, collaboration, friendship — and of course, Doing Business Among Friends in the true Skål spirit!

Whether you're looking to forge new international connections, explore business opportunities, or simply experience the warmth and camaraderie that makes Skål so special, this is one event you won't want to miss.

📅 12–14 August 2026
📍 Coimbatore, India
🔗 Register: www.skalindia.in/sinc2026
We strongly encourage all our Skål Colombo members who are able to attend to join our Indian Skålleagues for what is shaping up to be a truly spectacular programme and a wonderful showcase of everything we stand for as a global family.

http://www.sinc2026.in/

11/05/2026

We are proud to have partnered with Cinnamon Grand Colombo for a tree planting programme as part of the Skal Asia sustainability initiative — a meaningful step towards greening our beautiful city.

The programme brought together Skal Colombo's Executive Committee, Skal Asia Past President Keethi Jayaweera, and Region 11 Director Dushy Jayaweera, joined by General Manager Azhar and the Cinnamon Grand team, who facilitated the event with wonderful warmth and hospitality.

As tourism professionals, caring for the environment we operate in is not just a responsibility — it is a privilege. This is our commitment to Colombo, and we are just getting started. 🌱

A big thank you to Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts for making this possible. We look forward to Phase 2!

01/05/2026

Part 2 (photos) of the World Skal Day celebrations

01/05/2026

Skal International Colombo celebrated World Skål Day 2026 at Cinnamon Life Life City of Dreams, with a key highlight being the felicitation of Deshamanya Sohli Captain on #50 remarkable years as a member of Skål International Colombo and Skål International Region 11 Director Sk. Dushy Jayaweera was also in attendance

It was also great to re-introduce our Young Professional Skål programme and warmly induct three talented new young members. We were equally delighted to induct a distinguished group of senior travel professionals into Skål International Colombo. Each one brings a wealth of experience, passion, and expertise that will enrich our chapter enormously.

The Guest Speaker was His Excellency Matthew Duckworth, Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka

28/04/2026

Wishing all Skålleagues a very happy World Skål Day 2026 !!