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Welcome to “Our Journey Together” at Sri Lanka Tailor-Made, where every travel story begins with a warm, familial embrace. Born from the visionary legacy of Jetwing, established in 1973, we’ve woven decades of hospitality into creating bespoke experiences that go beyond the typical. With us, explore Sri Lanka’s soul, the sun kissed shores, ancient paths and whispering woods, through itineraries crafted just for you. Here, travel isn’t just about places you visit, it’s about the connections you make and the memories you take home.

Welcome to Sri Lank Tailor-Made

Your Holidays Starts Here

Step into “Our Shared Journey” with Sri Lanka Tailor-Made, where heritage and hospitality intertwine. Since 1973, under Jetwing’s founding vision by Herbert Cooray, we’ve nurtured a legacy of bespoke, eco-conscious travel. From humble beginnings to a beacon of innovation in Sri Lankan tourism, our family owned ethos invites you to experience the island’s authentic spirit. Let us guide you through Sri Lanka’s hidden gems and cultural riches, crafting not just holidays, but lifelong memories steeped in local tradition and warm welcomes.

Milestones

1973
Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel
Herbert Cooray,founding Chairman of Jetwing,established the Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel in Negombo with six rooms.
1978
Seashells Hotel
Seashells Hotel was bought,which he built in 1972 as a building contractor.
1981
Jet Travels
Destination management company; Jet Travels was launched in Negombo.
1981
The Royal Oceanic Hotel
The Royal Oceanic Hotel was opened with 48 rooms.
1983
The Yala Safari Game Lodge
The Yala Safari Game Lodge (previously Yala Safari Beach Hotel) was bought. This hotel was sadly destroyed in the tsunami in 2004.
1987
St. Andrew’s Hotel & The Royal Oceanic Hotel
St. Andrew’s Hotel in Nuwara Eliya was bought and a second wing was added to Royal Oceanic Hotel which brought the total to 91 rooms in operation.
1991
Hunas Falls Hotel & Airline Ticketing Operation
A joint venture company was formed with the Hayleys Group called Hayley-Jetwing and the partnership acquired the Hunas Falls Hotel. In the same year, Jet Travels commenced their airline ticketing operation.
1993
Tropical Villas & Jet Asia
Tropical Villas, a 50 roomed three star property in Beruwala, was constructed. Simultaneously, Jet Travels launched their Professional Event Management Company named Jet Asia.
1993
Jetwing Travels
Destination Management Company Jet Travels was rebranded as Jetwing Travels.
1995
Jetwing Hotels
The name was changed to Jetwing Hotels from Hayley-Jetwing.
1997
Jetwing Lighthouse
Jetwing Lighthouse was built. It won the accreditation of being a member of the ‘Small Luxury Hotels of the World’ in 1999.
1999
Ground Handling Contract & Jetwing Air
Jet Travels was awarded the ground handling contract for Germany. They also began their airline representation with Jetwing Air.
2001
Jetwing Eco Holidays
Jetwing Eco Holidays, the premier wildlife tour operator in Sri Lanka, was launched.
2004
Royal Oceanic Hotel
Following a major refurbishment, Royal Oceanic Hotel was reopened as The Beach. It was the first hotel in Negombo to be a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World in 2005.
2006
Jetwing Vil Uyana
Jetwing Vil Uyana was launched and it received membership of the Small Luxury Hotels of The World in the same year as well.
2006
Jetwing Travels celebrated 25 years
Jetwing Travels celebrated 25 years in the travel industry.
2007
Jetwing Warwick Gardens & Jetwing Kurulubedda
Jetwing Warwick Gardens and Jetwing Kurulubedda joined the Jetwing Family. Jetwing rebranded its chain of properties by adding the 'Jetwing' prefix to achieve consistency in both image and service delivery.
2008
Business Superbrand in Sri Lanka
Jetwing was recognised as a Business Superbrand in Sri Lanka.
2008
Sri Lanka Tailor Made
Sri Lanka Tailor Made, a dedicated division for high-end and luxury tailor-made holidays was launched.
2011
Jetwing Sea & Jetwing Blue
Seashells Hotel & Blue Oceanic Beach Hotel were relaunched as Jetwing Sea and Jetwing Blue.
2013
Hotel J
Hotel J, a revolutionary hotel brand with a select services concept, was launched. The first hotel, Hotel J Negombo began operations.
2013
Kottukal Beach House
Another villa added to the portfolio; Kottukal Beach House.
2014
Jetwing Yala
Jetwing Yala commenced operations in January.
2017
Jetwing Colombo Seven & Jetwing Lake
Jetwing Colombo Seven, the first city hotel attached to the Jetwing family, was launched. Jetwing Lake opened in Dambulla.
2019
Jetwing Hotels
Jetwing Hotels was ranked among the Top 20 corporates in Sri Lanka by the LMD Magazine.
2020
Jetwing Kandy Gallery
Jetwing Kandy Gallery began operations in January 2020.

Our Signature Touches

Authentic Local
Experiences

Bespoke Itineraries
Crafted

Eco-Conscious
Traveling

Exclusive Insider
Access

Personalized Journey
Guidance

Cultural Immersion
Guaranteed

Our Impact Vision

Transformative Journeys, Lasting Impact

Travel transforms. Embark on journeys that enrich you while uplifting Sri Lanka's landscapes, wildlife and communities.
Ethical Travel, Sustainable Roots

Our ethos, Preserve Nature, Enhance Heritage, Empower Communities, guides every itinerary and destination activity, ensuring sustainable, ethical travel.
Enriching Lives, Preserving Cultures

Our integrated impact model enriches both travellers and locales, fostering conservation, cultural preservation and community empowerment through every journey.