Beyond Escapes, an emerging travel agency in Sri Lanka, has earned widespread recognition by winning the prestigious Bronze Medal for Innovative Digital and Sustainability Implementation in the In-house Category at the ICSDB Business Excellence Awards. The award ceremony, held on December 10, 2024, at Water’s Edge, was organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) Campus. Beyond Escapes triumphed over top conglomerates from various industries, highlighting the company’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in an ever-evolving travel market. Founded in 2013, Beyond Escapes celebrated its 10th anniversary in the business, marking a decade of resilience, growth, and adaptability.
Over the years, the company has not only weathered significant challenges—such as the aftermath of the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks, the global COVID-19 pandemic, and Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic crisis—but has also thrived, proving its ability to pivot and rise to new opportunities. Ruwan Ratnayaka, the dynamic CEO of Beyond Escapes, has been instrumental in driving the company’s success. A young and passionate tourism entrepreneur, Ruwan has earned widespread recognition for his leadership and vision, receiving numerous accolades for his contributions to the tourism sector. His deep industry knowledge and strong educational foundation have enabled him to navigate complex challenges and steer the company to new heights. Under his guidance, Beyond Escapes has received multiple awards in the last five years, establishing the company as one of Sri Lanka's emerging Destination Management Companies (DMCs) in the tourism industry.
Ruwan Ratnayaka, CEO of Beyond Escapes, and his team receiving the award from
Dr. Bandula Wijerathne, the Guest of Honor at the event.
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