The Galle Face Hotel Management Group partnered with Luxe Asia and Khiri Travel creating Khiri Travels Sri Lanka, a destination management company. Commenting on this joint venture and historic partnership, Sanjeev Gardiner, Chairman -– Galle Face Hotel Group/Luxe Asia noted, “with the Khiri Group’s presence and excellent customer service and our unparalleled knowledge of the Sri Lankan inbound tourism market, I am convinced that Khiri Travel Sri Lanka will become the market leader in the luxury tourism segment in a relatively short period of time. The refurbishment of our Ceylon Hotels Corporation properties and the Galle Face Hotel in particular will complement the needs of Khiri Travel Sri Lanka.”
Luxe Asia, a regional destination management company will be complemented by the global standing of the Khiri Group in the travel industry. Willem Niemeijer, Founder/CEO – Khiri Travel commented, “there are clear cultural and historic ties between Sri Lanka and many of the other Khiri destinations in Southeast Asia. The rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka, its varied and beautiful scenery, many nature-based responsible travel options, and the amazing Maldives, all make Khiri Travel Sri Lanka a very exciting proposition.’”