Sri Lanka tourism takes a hit after bombings

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Sri Lanka's $4.4 billion tourism industry is reeling from cancellations as travellers shun island nation following multiple suicide bombings that killed over 250 people two weeks ago

Empty sunbathing chairs are seen on a beach near hotels in a tourist area in Bentota, Sri Lanka May 2, 2019.

Tourism, which accounts for 5 percent of the country's gross domestic product, has suffered as tourists from around the world cancelled hotel and flight bookings fearing more attacks. "Some airlines have also discontinued frequency of flights. Load factor is much lower than it used to be," Gomes said. "It is a worrying factor for sure."

 

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