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| Sunday, 27 October 2002 |
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Tree of Life in 'Little England'
by BEVERLEY JANSZ The 90-year old colonial building standing majestically at Wederburn Street, Nuwara Eliya, has been converted to a 'Tree of Life' a star class family resort. Overlooking two beautiful mountains, Pidurutalagala and 'Single Tree', the Tree of Life stands on a one-acre land, tastefully landscaped. It won the first prize for 'Overall garden' and 'Fence and Hedges' (Commercial medium) at the Flower Show this year, held in Nuwara Eliya which was organised by the Nuwara Eliya Municipality. Built in natural surroundings, the Tree of Life is ideal for a family
holiday, away from the busy city life. It offers all modern facilities to
tourists who flock to Nuwara Eliya throughout the year.
The beauty of the surroundings and the superb amenities are enhanced by the most attentive, friendly, yet unobstructive service of the staff, from the youthful manager, Sapumal Dahampath right to the gardener who has converted the premises to a typical botanical garden. Dahampath is a versatile hotelier with over 10 years experience in the hospitality industry, having worked in a number of star class hotels. He works round the clock to see that all tourists, be it a foreigner or Sri Lankan, spend a memorable holiday in a true family atmosphere, at the Tree of Life. Pidurutalagala, Lake Gregory, World's End, Haggala Botanical Gardens, the picturesque race course, golf course, and the charming Nuwara Eliya gardens being in close proximity to the hotel, add to the charm of the Tree of Life.
Delicious Western and Eastern cuisine prepared by experienced Executive Chef, Anton Godfrey is offered to guests. The spicy rice and curry prepared 'home style' by Chef Anton and his kitchen's staff, is a big hit not only amongst Sri Lankans but foreign tourists, Dahampath said. The Deluxe rooms at the Tree of Life offer all modern facilities, including hot/cold water and room service. The hotel has made special arrangements to offer discounted rates to Sri Lankans who are expected to visit Nuwara Eliya during the December holidays, "We are planning to build more guest rooms to cope up with the demand for the forthcoming tourist season, Dahampath said. The hotels is owned and managed by the Tree of Life, Pepiliyana, Nugegoda. ************************** First 3-star in Nuwara Eliya Galway Forest Lodge to be listed in
Stock Market
by BEVERLEY JANSZ The first 3-star hotel in Sri Lanka's number one tourist attraction, Nuwara Eliya, the Galway Forest Lodge, is to be listed in the Stock Market, Chief Executive Officer Galway Hotels, Ken Peiris said. He said that Galway Hotels are planning to list both hotels owned by the company, Galway Forest Lodge and the Galway Miridiya Hotel in Anuradhapura under the holding company, Galway Hotel Holding Ltd. Eco tourism is the latest tourist attraction around the world, and Sri Lanka is fast becoming popular for its potential for Eco tourism. The Galway Forest Lodge built amidst the famous Galway Forest Reserve, is said to be a paradise for tourists who prefer Eco tourism. 'In Nuwara Eliya, we are definitely heading for a good season for which Galway Forest Lodge has already geared itself' Peiris said. Galway Forest Lodge has been recording an year round healthy occupancy. 'We have been flying high even in the dark days of Sri Lanka's tourism industry, he said. A well managed property, with a high standard of hospitality, Galway Forest Lodge underwent a refurbishment of its restaurant and public areas recently, Resident Manager, Tyrell Morrison said. Horse riding is the latest addition to the hotel. It has become a big attraction specially for foreign tourists, Morrison said. The hotel is offering special discounted packages for the festive season from December 10 to January 10. It includes special discounts for families with over five members. Special menus and international buffets have been planned by Executive Chef. Wijesiri Delathawage who is a maestro in food. 'We are targeting the school vacations', Morrison said.Galway Forest Lodge has also become popular for its hospitality and homely atmosphere created by resident Manager, Tyrell Morrison and the hotel's Public Relations Officer, Ms. Harsha Gamage, under the guidance of General Manager, Galway Hotels, Chandana Fernando. Galway Forest Lodge is a member of Lake Inn Hotels (Pvt)Ltd. Its Directors are Dayananda Gunathilake (Chairman), Upal Gunathilake (Managing Director) and Ms. T. I. Silva (Director). ************************** Munich-style beer festival 'Oktoberfest' at Hilton The most authentic Munich-style festival of beer and merrymaking in the country, the Oktoberfest will be celebrated at the Colombo Hilton from November 7-16. In another demonstration of the growing potential for world-class beers, Three Coins will be the exclusive supplier of beer for the Oktoberfest at the Colombo Hilton. Announcing its appointment as exclusive beer supplier to the Oktoberfest, for the second successive year, head of brewing at Three Coins, Janaka Jayasinghe said that the company plans to produce an unprecedented 12 speciality beers for the festival at Colombo Hilton this year, giving connoisseurs the widest choice ever seen in Sri Lanka. On offer on tap, in bottles, cans and via sophisticated mobile dispensers this year, will be 'Kolsch' a refreshing beer originating from the Cologne region in Germany, 'Kristall Weiss', Dunkel Weiss', Dunkel Bock', 'Lemon Bock', 'Scottish Export Ale', Belgian-style Coriander-spiced Pils 'Oktoberfest Brew' and the regular retail beers in the Tree Coins portfolio, Three Coins lager, 3-C Irish Dark, 3-Coins Riva and Sando Stout. (BJ) |
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