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Impact of COVID-19 on Sri Lanka’s tourism industry

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dc.contributor.author Hasna, M. H. F.
dc.contributor.author Sachithanantham, Thavaprabha
dc.date.accessioned 2022-01-11T06:48:53Z
dc.date.available 2022-01-11T06:48:53Z
dc.date.issued 2021-12
dc.identifier.citation Kalam, International Research Journal, Faculty of Arts and Culture,14(4), 2021. pp. 73-82. en_US
dc.identifier.issn 1391-6815
dc.identifier.issn 2738-22
dc.identifier.uri http://ir.lib.seu.ac.lk/handle/123456789/5966
dc.description.abstract The tourism sector contributes significantly to the national economy of Sri Lanka. From ancient time to now Sri Lanka has been a high-value destination that provides remarkable experiences with its natural beauty and cultural heritage and brings economic benefits to the country. The civil war existed for nearly 30 years ended in 2009 and there was a massive increase in tourist arrivals. Unfortunately in 2019 Easter Attacks became a significant setback for the country's tourist industry. Following the incidence, COVID 19 pandemic has triggered the biggest downturn in the sector. Considering the fact, this is a qualitative study conducted with the main objective to determine the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on the Sri Lankan tourism industry. It is clear from the study that total arrivals, revenues, gross domestic production and other indicators have all dropped dramatically. This has resulted in unemployment, socioeconomic issues, and a negative influence on associated industries and budgetary balances. To determine the appropriate course of action for strengthening Sri Lanka's tourist industry, we must develop strategies and plans to create a Post COVID tourism market. en_US
dc.language.iso en_US en_US
dc.publisher Faculty of Arts and Culture, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka, University Park, Oluvil. en_US
dc.subject Tourism en_US
dc.subject Sri Lanka en_US
dc.subject COVID en_US
dc.subject Impact en_US
dc.title Impact of COVID-19 on Sri Lanka’s tourism industry en_US
dc.type Article en_US


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