Dear Friends,
With the ending of the war against terrorism and Sri Lanka's ground security situation rapidly returning to normalcy, there is certainly considerable focus and interest on the tourism sector, which is expected to bounce back very soon.
The Sri Lankan people themselves have had a reputation for hospitality and warmth, where even a stranger is often welcomed into their homes, without too much suspicion.
The IPA Section of Sri Lanka eagerly looks forward to host their fellow brothers for FRIENDSHIP WEEK in Sri Lanka. We have drawn up an elaborate itinerary for the visitors in an eventful 10 day programme which will take them to all the scenic locations and places of historical significance. This time we have planned a tour to the eastern coast of the island which was liberated from the terrorists after 30 years. Trincomalee harbour is one of the largest and safest Natural Harbours in the World. It has sunny weather throughout the year, with white sandy beaches, calm, placid and warm waters, and ideal for underwater activities and for Whale watching.
We have planned this 10 nights and 11 days tour to all the interesting places in the country including City of Colombo, Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage which has 89 orphaned elephants of all ages, Dambulla Cave temple on a rock, Polonnaruwa ancient City, Minneriya National Park where wild elephants, wild buffaloes, wild, boar, spotted deer, sambhur, leopards, are roaming, Trincomalee, Kandy hill capital and viewing of Kandy Pageant, The walled City of Galle, Yala National Park from 15th to 25th August 2010.
The charges are very moderate. We have got the 2009 prices for 2010. It costs only US $ 1000 per person sharing a double room in 3/4/5 star hotels with all meals, afternoon tea, Transport, Entrance tickets to sites.
We require a non refundable advance of US $ 300 per person by 31st March 2010 and the balance by 1st May 2010
We have successfully conducted 3 friendship week in the years 2000, 2003, and 2005,and expect our members from all sections to participate in our Friendship Week in 2010.
Programme is attached.

Servo per Amikeco
Yours in friendship

Hema Dias
Hemachandra Dias
National Secretary General-IPA Sri Lanka
Tel: +94 11 2810788, +94 71 7810788
Skype: hemadias