Aitken Spence Hotels celebrates the ‘Spirit of Christmas’ this season
Unveils an extensive event list in properties across the island
Premier hospitality chain, Aitken Spence Hotels, celebrates this festive season bringing into life, the nostalgia and warmth of the season with ‘Spirit of Christmas’ as its theme, sharing an exciting line up of events and activities for their discerning guests. The curated holiday specials have been laid out to also celebrate the little moments of joys – coming through a year of chaos – in the spirit of thankfulness and joy, values synonymous with Christmas.
Making it a hassle-free season, the hospitality company has listed vouchers for all its key events online for purchase at https://vouchers. aitkenspencehotels.com/ along with experiential and stay vouchers which makes for ideal gift giving.
SEASONAL TREATS TO SAVOUR
Aitken Spence Hotel’s prowess in its culinary field is well known; and this season, you can enjoy a range of delicious treats from the hotels and resorts by ordering your favorites from its hamper list. The hamper list includes both bespoke options to mix and match your own hamper, or purchase pre-made hampers from the hotels. Browse the list and make your purchases from https://vouchers.aitkenspencehotels.com/product-category/hampers/
HERITANCE NEGOMBO
Starting the festivities with Christmas carols, the urban resort in Negombo will share in the spirit of the season with festive treats available for purchase daily from 10 Dec onwards at the Swiss Bakery – the goodies include the traditional to the more unique such as the chocolate salami – a must try for any chocoholic! A festive afternoon tea is also available to be enjoyed for two weeks starting 15 December, serving festive nibble with breathtaking views of the setting sun. Christmas eve and day is sure to be special with the range of dining options including a dinner buffet at the banquet hall with live music by Kings on Christmas eve. To ring in the year in style, the hotel will host a New Year’s Eve gala dinner dance at the Bluetan Lawn with live music, prizes and surprises! Sparkling New Year breakfast awaits on 1 January 2023 along with an exclusive menu for lunch.
The hotel’s culinary expertise can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home as well, with Heritance Negombo’s list of special menus available for purchase. Orders can be placed through https:// vouchers.aitkenspencehotels.com/ product-category/hampers/. For more details, contact 076 877 6438.
HERITANCE KANDALAMA
The iconic eco-resort celebrates its junior guests with festive workshops for kids every weekend of December, whilst availing seasonal goodies and seasonal treats for purchase at its Goodies Hut from 15 December onwards. The renowned gastronomic experiences includes a Christmas Eve Gala Dinner, Christmas Day Lunch Buffet and a New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Fete. For more details, contact 077 2612 406.
HERITANCE TEA FACTORY
The resort in the hills, Heritance Tea Factory starts its festive calendar on 1 December with a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, followed by 25 days of seasonal cocktails to enjoy. The resort is also hosting a unique Christmas Eve Dinner, Christmas
Lunch and Dinner and New Year’s Eve in the Hills – with the latter promising a delicious meal with live entertainment and fireworks, among other! For reservations and details, contact 0525 555 000
HERITANCE AHUNGALLA
The southern belle will start the season on a sweet note with its legendary Cookie Hut from 15 Dec onwards. With special festive activities for kids on 23 Dec, the dining experiences centered around the celebratory season includes Christmas Eve Gala Dinner, Christmas Lunch, Tea and Dinner, Gala New Year Event and Russian Christmas. To book your event, contact 0915 555 000.
TURYAA KALUTARA
The vibrant property will kick start the season with the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony on 10 December. A family hotel, the hotel team has lined up a host of fun festive events and activities for its junior guests along with a delicious Goodie Hut, available daily from 20 Dec until 6 Jan. One can tuck into a hearty meal at the Christmas Eve Gala Dinner, Christmas Lunch, Boxing Day Lunch and New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner. For details, call 0347 555 000.
EARL’S REGENCY
The regal hotel in Kandy will set the tone for a season to remember with a Christmas Party for Kids on 1 Dec. The hotel’s festive calendar includes Christmas Eve Gala Dinner Dance, Christmas Day Lunch Buffet, Christmas Day Dinner and Boxing Day Lunch. On 31 Dec, the hotel’s Regent Ballroom will be transformed into a hype of activity with the New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner featuring live music from ‘Black’. Special stay packages are also available including transport from Colombo and special New Year breakfast. For more details, contact 0812 422 122.
AMETHYST RESORT
Starting the season on a spirited high, the events in the Eastern coastal belt includes seasonal cocktail promotion from 15 December onwards, running throughout the month. The Goodie Hut comes into effect from 20 December. The resort will host special Christmas Eve Dinner, wine promotions, New Year’s Eve Dinner and New Year Breakfast to celebrate the season. For more details, contact 0655 676 003.
Aitken Spence Hotels is part of the Sri Lankan blue-chip conglomerate Aitken Spence PLC. Aitken Spence Hotels owns and operates 18 hotels and resorts across Sri Lanka, Maldives, Oman and India. The Company’s owned hotels are reflected under the Heritance, Adaaran and Turyaa brands, popular around the world for its exceptional service and undisputed product and curated lifestyle experiences. The Company’s Sri Lankan portfolio includes 8 hotels and resorts spread across the island of which five are Heritance properties, whilst the Maldives resorts totals to five (with one Heritance resort), four in Oman and one in India.