With tourism arrivals expected to climb to record levels this winter, the domestic airline segment is the next growth sector of the economy, travel experts predict. Deccan Aviation, the country's only privately owned domestic airline has announced the commencement of a helicopter shuttle service from the international airport in a move timed before the launch of Sri Lankan's own air taxi operations.

Renowned hair specialist, international trainer and judge, Joakim Roos will be in Colombo from the 18th to the 24th of October to coach the Sri Lankan team of hairdressers and beauticians as they gear up to participate at this year's OMC Hair World in Paris, the world hairdressing championships being held on the 6th 7th & 8th of November.