A Decade of Excellence: Beyond Escapes Celebrates 10 Years of Innovation and Resilience in the Travel Industry
Beyond Escapes commemorated its 10th Anniversary in Business with a grand celebration at the Regent Country Club in Malabe on December 22, 2023. The event, graced by industry participants, featured distinguished guests such as Professor Athula Gnanapala, Dean of the Faculty of Management Studies at Sabragamuwa University; Dr. Rohantha Athukorala, former Chairman of SLTPB; Ms. Bhagya Mahawithana, Deputy Director of Investor Relations at SLTDA; Dr. Sumith De Silva, Head of Marketing at Airport Aviation Services; and Mr. Prasanjit Perera, former Vice President of Aitken Spence Travels.
The celebration also welcomed prominent figures from the industry, including representatives from leading hotels in Sri Lanka, esteemed lecturers specializing in hospitality and tourism from various universities, and activity providers situated in diverse locations across the country.
Established in 2013, Beyond Escapes has become a distinguished SME travel company in Sri Lanka, offering a portfolio of over 1000 authentic experiences across the island. Overcoming significant challenges during its first decade, including the Easter attacks in 2019, the impact of COVID-19 in 2020-2021, and the economic crisis in 2022, the company demonstrated resilience by maintaining continuous operations. Throughout the COVID-19 period, Beyond Escapes creatively managed its operations to attract local travelers, earning recognition such as the Most Innovative and Unique Tourism Service Provider award from the renowned Travel and Hospitality Awards in 2021 and the Go Global Awards in the same year. In 2023, the company secured four international awards at the Asia Awards 2023.
During his address to the gathering, Mr. Ruwan Ratnayaka, Chairman and Managing Director of Beyond Escapes, emphasized the importance of effective marketing strategies to promote diverse experiences across the island. He also urged hoteliers to refrain from endorsing and supporting undercutting practices prevalent in the industry, often with the support of hotels.
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