The inaugural charter of Thomson Airways arrived in Sri Lanka on November 8, carrying TUI clients from Thomsons and First Choice from London Gatwick.
The Dreamliner B787, the 300-seat aircraft operates every Tuesday on a weekly basis during the period of November 2016 to April 2017. Aitken Spence Travels intends to serve over 7,000 visitors to Sri Lanka through this charter operation as the official ground handler pertaining to logistics, transport, accommodation and tours of all travellers arriving on board.
“The peaceful environment, competitive pricing, the extended product portfolio with a variety of choices have had an impact in persuading the charter operators to resume flights to Sri Lanka. However, we have been persistent and not losing hope has paved the way in reality with this charter. This year we have succeeded in getting the attention of many new market segments and we are keen to continue this way. Sri Lanka has a lot to offer and it’s our responsibility to promote it effectively,” Managing Director of Aitken Spence Travels Nalin Jayasundera said.
As a result of the charter operations, arrivals from the UK as well as Ireland will see an increase in travellers and clients would have the convenience of booking a direct flight to Sri Lanka enabling a hassle-free journey.
Pix: Kumarasiri Prasad - Airport Cor.