Jetwing Hotels Says We Are Green 02.05.12
The name ‘Jetwing’ has long been associated with caring, and a commitment to hospitality as well as the environment. For almost 40 years, the family owned company has grown tremendously, from humble beginnings in Negombo in 1963.
Love on a Plate - Chef Michal Konrad at Jetwing 05.04.12
Many would say that to eat is to sate hunger; however what of satisfaction? Culinary indulgence is often overlooked, and frowned upon as well. Jetwing believes different, and seeks gastronomical perfection
Jetwing Says Lights Out - Earth Hour 27.03.12
We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children, as the Native American proverb goes. It is with this philosophy in mind that Jetwing Hotels will be participating in the Earth Hour campaign on the 31st of March 2012.
Jetwing Wins PATA Gold Award 24.02.12
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) honored Jetwing Sea today with a PATA Gold Award in the category of Environment - Corporate Environmental Programme, as a part of the PATA Gold Awards 2012.
The 6th Jetwing Earth Day at St. Anne's Shrine Talawila 17.02.2012
What does it mean, to be truly sustainable? To be environmentally conscious and responsible? Quite simply, sustainability means the capacity to endure, and to conserve is to protect natural resources and their habitats for the future.
The History of Jetwing Lagoon 31.01.12
To those veterans of the travel and tourism industry, the formerly known Blue Lagoon in Thalahena is indeed the Holy Grail: officially Sri Lanka’s first planned resort, as well as being the amazing Geoffrey Bawa’s first resort design.
Mother Earth Says Thank You - Paradise Exorcised Launched 24.01.12
They say an idea brings about change, a vision brings about evolution. On the 19 of January, 2012, an idea was launched, in turn to create a vision.
JETWING AND THE HSBC GALLE LITERARY FESTIVAL 2012 17-01-2012
Hailed as 'magical', 'the most companionable of all literary festivals', and 'a jewel of a festival', the newly rebranded HSBC Galle Literary Festival is back in 2012 for the sixth time around. Continuing in its tradition of being cutting edge in the featured authors and activities, the Festival is once again supported by Jetwing Hotels, as it has been since its inception.
PARADISE EXORCISED LAUNCH AT THE GALLE LITERARY FESTIVAL 13-01-2012
On the 19 of January, 2012 at the Galle Heritage Villa by Jetwing, history will be made – Sri Lanka’s first guidebook to responsible tourism will be launched amidst the backdrop of the prestigious HSBC Galle Literary Festival.
12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS BY JETWING
This year, Jetwing Hotels celebrates this unique holiday with a ‘ho, ho, ho’ indeed, bringing back by popular demand the 12 Days of Christmas! A one of a kind take on the traditional song, the 12 days from the 21st of December onwards will be a time of festivity and charity, with great goodies and a focus on the less fortunate.
THE JETWING WHALE AND DOLPHIN CENTER 12-12-11
Mirissa in Southern Sri Lanka has now established itself as the world’s top spot for watching the Blue Whale, the largest creature to have inhabited our planet.
THE ANIMAL CLINIC AT TANGALLA BAY BY JETWING 17-11-11
The animal and people alliance event at tangalla bay by jetwing.
OPTIMIZING THE FUTURE EMARKETING EYE AND JETWING HOTELS 31-10-2011
On the 1st of November 2011, eMarketingEye, a pioneer in the field of search engine marketing, is joined by Jetwing Hotels, as the official hospitality partner to present 'Optimizing the Future 2011'.
GALLE HERITAGE VILLA BY JETWING 25-10-11
The Galle Fort. First built in 1588 by the Portugese, and then extensively renovated by the Dutch from 1649 onwards, it has now become an icon of Sri Lanka. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Fort and its inner properties have become synonymous with history and adventure.
CREATING MEMORIES THAT LAST – JETWING HOTELS AT THE BRIDAL FAIR 2011
Held for the 15th successful year, the Bridal Fair is Sri Lanka’s premier event for all wedding related matters. Using the concept of providing ‘all wedding needs under one roof’, complementing Jetwing Hotels’ comprehensive and tailored wedding and honeymoon packages perfectly.
JETWING LAUNCHES RE-VISIONED WEBSITE
Complementing the recently launched brand identity, Jetwing Hotels has re-designed their aging site, adding both beauty and function in a creative display.
JETWING WALKS AWAY WITH AN ARMFUL OF MEDALS AT CULINARY ART 2011
It was certainly an event to remember; the comforting aromas swirling through the hall, the painstakingly carved sculptures of butter and ice, as well as the tantalizing array of sinfully appetizing desserts creating a feast for the senses and the stomach.
SAVING THE WORLD, ONE STEP AT A TIME – JETWING AWARDED GOLD AT ENERGY EFFICIENCY AWARDS 2011
Smiles and thunderous applause filled the hall as Jetwing, for the second consecutive year, was awarded a Gold Award at the Sri Lanka National Energy Efficiency Awards 2011.
QUALITY RECOGNISED – 4 JETWING PROPERTIES AWARDED CERTIFICATES OF EXCELLENCE BY TRIP ADVISOR
In an unprecedented sweep, Trip Advisor has awarded not one, but four Jetwing properties with Certificates of Excellence.
JUMP WITH JETWING – THE BOUNCING BULLDOGS IN SRI LANKA
Since time immemorial, the simple rope has had many uses. Construction, hunting, carrying, and lifting were a few; however children and young adults have adopted the rope as well.
JETWING PARTNERS WITH THE GEOFFREY BAWA TRUST AWARD 2011
On the 23rd of July 2011, the Geoffrey Bawa Trust presented the Award for Excellence in Architecture, which celebrates outstanding contemporary architecture in Sri Lanka.
FOOD WITH A TWIST – JETWING HOLDS CULINARY CHALLENGE AT JETWING BLUE
Carried on the winds of the reputed Negombo beach, wafting aromas and succulent flavours were in abundance at Jetwing’s Culinary Chef Challenge held at the recently transformed and relaunched Jetwing Blue in Negombo.
IT’S A JETWING JULY! MAKE SOMEONE JEALOUS EVERY MONDAY
This July, Jetwing proudly offers all Sri Lankans an impressive 25% discount on weekends or any weekday stay at three of the most exclusive properties in the island;
A JOURNEY BY THE LIVING, FOR LIFE – TRAIL AND JETWING HOTELS
Adding a new dimension to their renowned dedication towards socially responsible causes, Jetwing Hotels has come aboard the TRAIL programme as the Official Hospitality Partner.
SAY “YOU’RE SPECIAL, DAD” WITH JETWING
Jetwing Hotels invites all fathers to spend Father’s Day on the 19th of June in style, amidst the windswept sands of Negombo.
RECOGNIZING AND CELEBRATING OUR SHE-ROES WITH JETWING
At selected Jetwing Hotels around the country, women whether they be young or old, will be entitled to a 25% discount on facilities offered by the hotel.
SAY ‘I LOVE YOU’ WITH JETWING!
The 14th of February has long been associated with affection, roses, chocolate and most of all, love. With Cupids’ shooting arrows into hearts and romance in the air, the entire month of February lights up in the glamour of the event; celebrating true love and creating smiles and joy all around.
CONNOISSEURS OF FINE BOUQUETS GATHER AT THE JETWING WINE SOMMELIER CHALLENGE 2011
The Reds and the Whites lay waiting - the French, the Californian, the Australian and the Portuguese, all ready to be sipped, savoured, defined and identified.
EXPLORE DREAM DISCOVER – THE ALL NEW TANGALLA BAY!
As you wind your way down the southern coast of Sri Lanka, an oasis of golden sand stretches out along a four mile wide bay that vividly contrasts with the turquoise blue waters that laps up against the beach.
OUR LATEST VISITOR TO JETWING VIL UYANA – THE NORTHERN GREY SLENDER LORIS!
It all started when I heard a sound that resembled the Loris whistle, reminding me of what I had heard last July; the presence of the Loris.
JETWING HOTELS SEEKS TO SATISFY: JETWING HUNAS FALLS AND JETWING LIGHTHOUSE RANKED 2ND AND 3RD RESPECTIVELY IN THE LIVING MAGAZINE’S BEST OUTSTATION HOTELS POLL
For the first time in the history of the leisure sector of Sri Lanka a far-reaching survey was carried out in order to access the service levels of hotels, restaurants, airlines and even shops.
ONCE A BLUE, ALWAYS A JETWING BLUE
The sands of the famed Negombo beach carry memories with the wind; seeing much change over the years, such as the former Blue Oceanic Hotel being magically transformed into a property of luxury and elegance, renamed the Jetwing Blue.
HOISTING THE SAILS AT JETWING BLUE
Amidst a warm red sunset, the Sailing Association of Sri Lanka had the opening ceremony of the Global GP14 Sailing Championships on the wide expanse of rolling sands of Jetwing Blue.
JETWING VIL UYANA PRESENTS THE HARVEST FESTIVAL
In keeping with tradition handed down through the ages, Jetwing Vil Uyana once again is to host a rare, and yet one of the most celebrated festivals in the Sri Lankan calendar: The Harvest Festival.
JETWING LUXURY, AT A SINGLE CLICK
Four extremely lucky winners walked away from Jetwing House with wide smiles on their faces, each carrying their prize; a night’s stay on full board basis at either the recently launched Jetwing Sea, or the eagerly awaited Jetwing Blue both in sun kissed Negombo.
LIFES A JETWING BEACH FOOD THAT BITES BACK
So spice up your skills with the island's classiest cooking class and like guide book writer Juliet Coombe swap your swimsuit for an apron and enjoy a holiday with a difference at Negombo top hotel Jetwing Beach, where she tried her hand at cooking Sri Lankan style, with one of the island's best executive chefs.
JETWING CELEBRATES EARTH DAY
Galle, Sri Lanka, 27th January 2011, Jetwing Hotels and Jetwing Travels came together once again to commemorate their Jetwing Earth Day; a celebration of the success of the Jetwing Eternal Earth Project (JEEP).
STUNNING ERA BEACH COMES UNDER THE WING OF JETWING LIGHTHOUSE!
Even as the season of good cheer grows on us, JETWING brings into its fold the ERA luxury boutique hotel located on the beautiful south coast of Sri Lanka, an area famous for its stunning natural beaches, only a few minutes from the historical UNESCO World Heritage Site of Galle Fort, Galle.
GO ELE-FRIENDLY WITH JETWING AND BORN FREE
08th October Minneriya National Wildlife Park - Packed with local jeep drivers and representatives of the media, Jetwing Hotels in collaboration with the Born Free Foundation held a programme designed to promote Responsible Nature Tourism, especially due to the rising popularity of one of Sri Lanka’s most unique wildlife events, The Elephant Gathering.
CELEBRATING THE NEW LIFE OF EASTER WITH JETWING
A symbol of newness and new life is seen in the month of April with the celebration of Easter. Christians celebrate Easter as the day that Jesus was resurrected after his crucifixion and it is the central celebration of the Christian church.
COPENHAGEN ROYAL CHAPEL CHOIR LIVE AT JETWING LIGHTHOUSE
On the 29th of April 2011, the famed Cinnamon Room of Jetwing Lighthouse will be filled with soaring vocals as the world renowned Copenhagen Royal Chapel Choir, invites you on a journey of the mind and senses, along with a live viewing of the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton on giant screen.
WELCOME TO THE JETWING LIGHTHOUSE WHALE BONANZA
When Jetwing Lighthouse’s resident naturalist Anoma Alagiyawadu set out to go whale watching on the 5th of November 2010, he never in his wildest dreams imagined that he would be seeing 25 Blue Whales in the spectacular waters of the Mirissa Sea.
12 DRUMMERS DRUMMING AT JETWING HOTELS THIS CHIRSTMAS
Instead of the run of the mill partridge in a pear tree the first day of Christmas can be spent with Jetwing Vil Uyana, Jetwing Beach, Jetwing Lighthouse, Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions, Jetwing Hunas Falls or at Jetwing St. Andrew’s where the 12 Days of Christmas will kick off with a bang.
RISE TO THE SKY WITH JETWING!
Come build a kite with your family at Jetwing Beach and Jetwing Lighthouse on the 18th and 19th of September, complete with food and drink and beautiful beaches to fly them as Jetwing Hotels does the season of kites differently by taking it to its basics.
CONFERENCING AT LEISURE WITH JETWING HOTELS
Jetwing Hotels is renowned for their unique location, intimate setting, inspiring architecture and fantastic service – hence the reason it is a hot spot for both corporate and non‐governmental organizations alike.
JETWING’S APPETIZING TOUR OF SRI LANKA’S CULINARY ARTS
In the pearl shaped island of Sri Lanka one can encounter a diverse and splendid array of tantalizing food ranging from scrumptious seafood to the traditional rice and curry.
FATHER’S DAY AND JETWING
From Argentina to the Philippines, from China to Mauritius, the third Sunday of June is a significant day across nations and across continents as people from diverse cultures and beliefs pay tribute to an exceptional person that they all have in common.
MR. HIRAN COORAY’S APPOINTMENT AS PATA CHAIRMAN
Saturday, 24th April: Hiran Cooray, Chairman – Jetwing made history when he was ceremoniously inducted as Chairman of Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), the first Sri Lankan to be appointed to this position
JETWING CLUB – MAKING A DIFFERENCE
The Jetwing Club consists of many benefits and privileges for all its members. Accessible to both Sri Lankans and expatriates, Club Membership provides fantastic opportunities that range from going on a weekend holiday to shopping spree discounts.
FEATURE ON VIL UYANA BY TIME MAGAZINE
If you hear what sounds like screams and gunshots at Vil Uyana, there's no need to panic. The screams are just the local farmers warning each other of elephants, and the gunshots are in fact fire crackers used to scare them away.
GREEN DIRECTORIES BY JETWING
Jetwing Beach, Jetwing Vil Uyana and Jetwing Lighthouse have been involved in various activities within each hotel towards environmental awareness.
JETWING YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Like most other rural villages in Sri Lanka the hamlet of Rangirigama and the surrounding Rotawewa and Kimbissa also are burdend with youth unemployment.
PATA AWARD THROUGH THE COMMUNITY AT JETWING LIGHTHOUSE
Jetwing Hotels proudly announced their achievement of winning the prestigious PATA Gold Award in the Educational Program categoy for their entry "A Taxi Service Through the Community: Lighthouse Hotel & Spa"
BEAT THE HEAT IN COLOMBO BY SETTING A DATE FOR A WEEKEND IN THE HILLS – 7-11-2008
Hidden amidst the lush hills of Ambewela, making you feel there’s no one else but yourself, Jetwing Warwick Gardens promises you solitude, peace, tranquillity and soulful rejuvenation.
OUR LATEST VISITOR TO JETWING VIL UYANA
Intuition told me that I would see the Northern Grey Slender Loris (also known as Loris lydekkerianus nordicus) sooner or later within the confines of Jetwing Vil Uyana.
JETWING TACKLE HUMAN-ELEPHANT CONFLICT HEAD ON AT JETWING VIL UYANA
Elephants are, and will remain among some of the most splendid and regal of animals on Earth.
THE JETWING WINE ADVENTURE
In the year 2005, Jetwing Hotels embarked on yet another unprecedented entrepreneurial adventure, viewed with raised eyebrows by the hospitality industry and the Sri Lankan wine trade
YOGA DAY PROGRAM AT JETWING AYURVEDA – 9-11-2008
Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions, Negombo which is in the forefront of Ayurveda treatment is organising a full day program of rejuvenation and relaxation through Yoga with the help of Yogasharini Maitrayi of India.
PATA GRAND AWARD FOR JYDP AT JETWING VIL UYANA
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, August 3, 2007 – Jetwing proudly announces their victory of a PATA Grand Award in the Education and Training category. The Grand Awards are given to the four “Best – of – show” entries in the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Gold Awards.
JETWING KURULUBEDDA
A serene ten minute boat ride down the Kepu Ela in Mahamodera, Galle, a short waterway off the Gingganga, so near yet so far away from Jetwing Lighthouse is located the Jetwing Kurulubedda: two stilted dwellings on a quiet little village patch off the river.
BACK TO NATURE BY JOHN ASHWORTH
Resorts in the Maldives are famous for thatched chalets built on stilts above the calm, blue‐green ocean, with wooden walkways stretching out towards distant reefs.
JETWING SUPERBRANDS – 23-11-2007
Jetwing created history when they were voted as a Business Superbrand in the Travel and Leisure category; the first company in the tourism industry to be awarded such an accolade.
JETWING TROPICAL VILLAS INTRODUCE AYURVEDA – 21-01-2008
Jetwing Tropical Villas recently introduced an Ayurvedic Centre at the hotel. Set amidst a jungle like garden, this centre is hidden within this small property and offers guests a secluded, yet open area for treatments.
JETWING KURULUBEDDA NATURES PERFECT LITTLE HIDEAWAY – 13-11-2008
Wake up to the soothing sound of rustling leaves, the chirping of birds, the distant echo of temple bells and yet, be captivated with the stillness of perfect surroundings...
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