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kasun_paba

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@kasun_paba

Srilanka Travel Consultant and Tourism Specialist

Sri Lanka
English
About me
I'm a Development Officer at Sri Lanka's Ministry of Tourism and former General Manager of a boutique guest house in Arugam Bay. With over a decade in Sri Lankan hospitality — hotel front desk, restaurant management, and property operations across Galle — I help travelers and tour operators plan realistic, well-researched Sri Lanka trips. I offer custom itineraries, destination consulting, vendor/hotel recommendations, and travel content — all based on current, on-the-ground industry knowledge, not recycled blog research. Fluent in English and Sinhala. Fast, reliable communication.... Read more

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Local Advisors
I will create custom sri lanka travel itinerary as a licensed guide
Trip Plans
I will arrange private day safari or rainforest tour in sri lanka

Portfolio

Work experience

Instagram

Area Guid Lecture

Instagram • Self-employed

Dec 2024 - Present1 yr 8 mos

Established and managed a certified local tour agency in Southern Sri Lanka, creating custom eco-tourism itineraries, river safaris, and cultural day trips. Provided highly rated experiences for international travelers, with a focus on personalized guest care, local heritage, and smooth logistics.

Ministry_of Tourism

Development Officer

Ministry of Tourism • Full-time

Jan 2022 - Present4 yrs 7 mos

Overseeing tourism development initiatives across Sri Lanka's south coast, including regional growth projects, vendor partnerships, and eco-tourism programs. Work closely with local hoteliers, guesthouses, and tour operators to support sustainable tourism standards. This role gives me direct, current insight into Sri Lanka's tourism landscape — accommodation quality, regional logistics, and destination trends — which I bring to every itinerary and consulting project I take on.

Cactus_Communications

General Manager

Cactus Communications • Self-employed

Apr 2023 - Nov 20252 yrs 7 mos

Property & Operations Management: Overseeing overall operations, room inventory across double rooms and hostel dorms, check-in/check-out processes, and facility maintenance. Guest Experience & Hospitality: Delivering direct, personalized hospitality services, managing guest inquiries, and organizing activities like walking tours or local excursions. Listing & Platform Administration: Managing online booking presence and pricing across international distribution channels (such as Agoda and Booking.com). F&B & Amenities Oversight: Coordinating shared kitchen spaces, communal dining spaces, and breakfast offerings (including options like regional dishes, fresh juices, and fruits). Vendor & Service Management: Handling facility services such as laundry, bicycle rentals, internet connectivity, and shuttle arrangements.