Executive committee member – Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO)
Executive Committee member – Association of Small and Medium Enterprises in Tourism (ASMET)
Passion runs through Darshana’s blood!
Darshana attributes his passion for travel industry bug to the age of 15, on a student trip to India. Since then, he has built relationships in the furthest corners of the globe allowing him to create truly life enriching experiences for his clients.
After receiving a Diploma for Tourism and Hospitality at Ceylon Hotel School in Colombo, Darshana worked at Jetwing Travels in Sri Lanka for 13 years as a Senior Manager. During his tenor, he led Holland International, LTU Touristik later named as REWE and Go Vacations. During this period he worked jointly with many Contracting and Product Specialists of these companies.
Thereafter, he explored Middle East travel experience for 9 years at Arabian Oryx Travel & Tourism L.L.C in Dubai as Assistant General Manager.
Taking advantage of the strategic location, he handled many world class travel companies and visitors from around the globe.
While he was cherishing his experience in Dubai, in 2013 Huzam and Darshana started Tour Blue Holdings (Pvt) Ltd with blessings of his superiors. In 2016 Darshana returned home after 9 years.
Huzam IsmailJoint Managing Director
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A successful young entrepreneur running multiple businesses across industries, a fluent speaker of four languages, and a dynamic personality who entered travel industry in 2011.
Huzam pursued CIMA upon completing his secondary education, and he is also a textile technology professional graduated from University of Moratuwa Sri Lanka. He completed his higher studies in International Business at Tokyo University of Social Welfare Japan.
Upon returning he founded www.cSrilanka.com, which was a fully fledged trip planner offering customized travel solutions through an online portal, after carefully evaluating the growth potential of Sri Lankan travel industry and market trends in late 2011.
In 2013, Tour Blue was formed with the goal of expanding operations to a broader level with Darshana Cabraal.
Huzam’s mantra is to always offer fresh and unique experiences to his clients with innovative itineraries, which will showcase the stunning island nation in a whole new light.
Shamraz AzeezHead of Operations
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Heading the overall operation at Tour Blue, Shamraz was born in the Dutch Fort town of Galle in southern Sri Lanka, and brought up in the midst of the hustle and bustle of lively Colombo; before leaving for Toronto to attend University. The Business statistician also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing. Shamraz handles Luxury tailor-made accounts from Europe, while also heading operations and Marketing strategy. An adventure enthusiast, avid reader, and a skilled orator famous for his whiteboard sessions; Shamraz also contributes as a consultant to startups.
Angela HerbstHead of Business Development, DACH region
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Angela fell in love with Sri Lanka at the age of eleven during a family holiday in Bentota. During her studies of Social Sciences and Sustainable Tourism Management, she returned multiple times; and lived and worked for 2 years in Galle Fort - her beloved city in Sri Lanka. Angela is managing the German Tour Blue office in Berlin; she consults and gives her invaluable insider tips to clients.
Angelina ZelissenManager – Business Development, Europe
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A fluent speaker of Dutch, German, Polish, French, and English languages, Angelina is full of energy. She has been an excellent addition to Team Tour Blue, sharing her wonderful personality and many talents with all of us.
Liswith ObinamuniHead of Operations (Maldives) – Desti Asia
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He is the Head of Operations for Maldives who has been in the tourism trade since graduating from the formal education, and is armed with previous air ticketing knowledge, and now with the resorts’ trade in the Maldives. A team player who is always ready to help colleagues, especially those who are still novices. He always keep abreast with the latest happenings of the trade in the Maldives, and generously shares information with colleagues, you can say one of Maldives trade’s alive encyclopedias. Responsive in handling enquiries from clients and even when hoteliers are asking for a help in terms of getting to know the ongoing market situation and giving advices when asked. Maintains a good relationship with resort’s key partners, even outside office hours. A confident, reliable and knowledgeable travel agent.
Thargithan Vivekananthan (Gobi)Finance Manager
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Fondly Known as Gobi, Thargithan has been a driving force in the finance department. Gobi has completed his Bachelor of commerce degree, while currently perusing his CMA credentials. A quiet but reliable character who is methodical. Gobi enjoys his chess and cricket.
Zahra MahroofManager – Sales and Operations
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Meet Zahra, our dedicated Manager of Sales & Operations at Tour Blue. With an illustrious career spanning over 8 years in Hospitality and Tourism, Zahra has thrived in competitive and dynamic market conditions, showcasing her exceptional skills in the field. Pursuing her education in Kuwait has laid a strong foundation for her current role.
Zahra's multilingual proficiency in English, Tamil, Hindi, and Urdu allows her to seamlessly connect with a diverse clientele, enhancing the global reach of Tour Blue.
As a team player, Zahra is known for her excellent negotiation skills and attentive listening, making her an invaluable asset in ensuring client satisfaction.
Beyond her professional prowess, Zahra brings a fresh perspective to our team. An avid reader and quote creator, she finds inspiration in literature, and her love for animals and travel aligns perfectly with Tour Blue’s ethos. Zahra's organizational skills, combined with her passion for exploring new horizons, make her an indispensable leader in our Sales team.
Shirantha manages the Tour Blue transportation department, maintaining a keen eye on all on going tours. A reliable, and highly experienced member of the team, Shirantha has been involved in travel since 2003.
Shirantha is a keen traveler and enjoys exploring new places, spending time with loved ones and meeting people. During his free time, Shirantha loves a game of Cricket or a good movie.
Anu KaranManager - Sales & Marketing
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The very personification of a "globetrotter", Anu's love for travel was ingrained in her from the time she was a nipper. Being quite an altruistic character, she was able to observe the traits and aspects of the various people groups she encountered during her travels near and far. This helped her understand that at the end of the day, we are all connected to each other, though the world in itself is quite expansive.
In order to satisfy her thirst for unending escapades, she joined the tourism industry, and has now racked up over a decade's worth of experience therein. Suffice to say, she isn't going to quit any time soon. Her commitment to the industry has enabled her to experience diverse cultures and traditions.
It is her passion for travelling that drives her to create experiences for her clients, and she goes all out in order to make their dreams and wishes come true. All the way from planning, organising, facilitating, and executing travel needs, Anu wants to be part of it all.
Dinusha WeragalaHead of Japanese Market
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Introducing Dinusha Weragala, our Head of Japanese Market..
With 20 years in Japan and a Kyoto University of Foreign Studies alum, Dinusha brings a unique blend of cultural insight and expertise to Tour Blue.
Fluent in Japanese, English, and Sinhala, she holds the highest level for non-natives, Level 1, in the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), a testament to her exceptional language skills.
This accolade is rare in Sri Lanka, and highlights Dinusha's extraordinary proficiency in Japanese.
With 5 years in the Sri Lankan travel industry, Dinusha is not just a seasoned professional but also a friendly team player.
Her passion for travel, Japanese food, and yoga align seamlessly with Tour Blue's commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences.
Get ready to explore new horizons with Dinusha leading our Japanese market initiatives.
Chaminda FernandoManager - Transport & Operation
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Chaminda’s journey in the travel industry commenced in 2008, though his passion for tourism started
long before. Presently, his bears the title of a National Guide in the Western Province of Sri Lanka proudly.
However, he aspires to extend his regional boundaries and aims to attain his status as a fully qualified
island-wide National Guide. His motivation drives from his passion to explore the depths of Sri Lanka to
present a better experience and knowledge, offering the beauty and mesmerizing history that Sri Lanka
holds. Chaminda is well-equipped to providing unparalleled guidance to travelers, painting vivid pictures
of our humble homeland’s rich tapestry.
Beyond his professional persuits, Chaminda finds joy and peace in the game of cricket, which holds a
special place in his heart perfectly aligning with his love for traveling. Any cricket match becomes a
magnet for him whether it being a cricket on the streets to the big World cup matches, you will be sure to
find him in the stands.
Within Tour Blue, Chaminda occupies a pivotal role, by maintaining logistics and travel arrangements for
our team. His dedication and expertise ensures a seamless experience for our clients, further enhancing
Tour Blue’s reputation for excellence in the industry.
Indika SamarasingheAssistant Manager Operations
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Indika counts more than eight years of experience in the travel industry. A consistent and high achieving
individual who strongly believes in success through hard work, and dedication. Indika enjoys her life to the fullest and has great sense of humor. A very understanding individual who respects each person’s
values and space. A passionate traveler who visits every corner of the beautiful island during her leisure time to experience for herself what she could offer her clients.
Chamath De Silva Assistant Manager
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Meet Chamath, our newly appointed Senior Executive at Tour Blue!
With an impressive 7 years' experience in the travel industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge, particularly focusing on Asian and Far Eastern markets.
His passion for exploring new places, immersing in diverse cultures, and savoring various cuisines aligns seamlessly with our mission at Tour Blue.
Beyond his professional expertise, Chamath's love for sports adds an exciting touch to his vibrant personality. Whether he's delving into travel intricacies or cheering for his favorite teams,
Chamath's enthusiasm shines through.
Manesha MadiwalagamageAssistant Manager
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A dynamic Travel Consultant with more than 14 years of exposure in the Travel Industry, which includes experience in Sales, Planning, Marketing, Communication and New Product Development.
Manesha joined the Travel Industry with the hope of fulfilling a childhood dream of travelling within the Country and around the world. He is interested in exploring new sites and travel trends of Sri Lanka and likes conversing about the development of Sri Lankan Tourism and generating new ideas.
He is an upbeat, enthusiastic, kind and diplomatic, Team-oriented personality who enjoys working with his team mates, constantly offering guidance and support as a Leader.
Manesha is passionate about music and enjoys singing and listening to music during his leisure time. He is also a movie critic and a cricket enthusiast.
His presence significantly adds value through his Professional Management skills, and by building sustainable long term relationships with business partners.
Anuruddika Perera Senior Executive
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Education, - Successfully completed NCAT
Completed Post graduate Managerial Diploma in Business Management
Hobbies etc. - Travelling to experience new cultures and food.
Like to see beautiful place and enjoy the environment.
To implement go green concepts and save the environment.
Sports and adventure-oriented activities, listening to music and watching movies.
Interested in Informative and innovative creativity
Noori RanjanaSenior Executive - Reservations
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Noori is a friendly character who joined tourism from the manufacturing industry.
A keen taskmaster, who was also a brilliant high school athlete. Noori loves to travel and captures a picture or two during her adventures. She is also an avid fan of movies, and Tour Blue’s quintessential foodie!
Noori is an ambitious character who lights up the office with her friendly demeanor.
Wimani SamaraweeraSenior Executive Reservation
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A hard working and friendly character who makes sure that reservations and hotel rates are at their immaculate best. Wimani loves a novel, two, or three! And knows every synopsis to all movies out there. She is a team player who previously worked in customer care and data management.
Nadi PereraSenior Tour Executive
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Introducing Nadi, a woman with diverse roots, originating from the dynamic cultural hub of Dubai. Dubai
holds a special significance in Nadi's heart, having shaped her childhood and set the stage for her future
endeavors. After finishing her studies there, Nadi embarked on a journey to rediscover her heritage,
leading her to the captivating island of Sri Lanka in 2013. It was in Sri Lanka that Nadi's deep-seated
passion for travel was ignited, becoming the driving force behind her journey.
In the tourism industry, Nadi's passion for exploration drives her to immerse herself in Sri Lanka’s rich
culture, enhancing her ability to create wonderful experiences for her clients. With each journey, Nadi's
knowledge and expertise in the travel industry grow, enriching her ability to curate unforgettable
experiences for those who embark on adventures with her.
Outside work, Nadi expresses her creativity as a freelance Makeup Artist and Calligraphic Designer, she
takes pride in her ability to weave beauty and artistry into every endeavor, finding solace and inspiration
in the act of creation.
At Tour Blue, Nadi plays a vital role in driving innovation and enhancing the online platforms that connect
the company with its audience. Through her creative vision and dedication, she contributes to the
continual evolution and improvement of Tour Blue's offerings, ensuring that each client's journey is
nothing short of extraordinary
Heidi PahalageDestination Expert (German)
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Heidi grew up in the tourism industry in a blended family. She has obtained a bachelors degree in psychology, which she believes helps her in understanding and to engaging with clients.
From a young age, Heidi has established discipline through martial arts, which has allowed her to apply the same ethical principles in her work. She finds peace in exploring nature; This is a reason why she feels right at home in her Tropical island.
IAN GRIFFITH REPRESENTATIVE – UK, IRELAND, AND SCANDINAVIA
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Tourism has been Ian’s passion from an early age travelling around Europe with
his parents and then working in an hotel on the one of the UK’s prominent
holiday destinations – the Isle of Wight. His expertise has including working with
product all over the World, but whilst there is a passion for all travel experiences,
the draw to island destinations is strong. In the UK and travel industry Ian is
renown for his direct knowledge of the Indian Ocean, having worked and visited
numerous times to , Mauritius, Seychelles, Reunion, Rodrigues, Madagascar,
Maldives and now Sri Lanka. Ian is delighted to be working with Tour Blue and
developing programmes for Sri Lanka, along with his colleagues in the Ocean
Marketing UK office. With excellent relationships with Travel partners throughout
the UK, Netherlands, Nordic countries and Baltic states, Ian and the Ocean
Marketing team look forward to introducing the Sri Lankan experience to more
and move visitors.
Lucile RouilléDestination Expert (French)
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“Bon Voyage” may be understood worldwide, but for Lucile, who hails from France, that has deep and fond connotations. She believes in the adage, “Travel is one of the greatest human freedoms ever.”
She has traversed the globe, visiting such places as the entirety of Europe, the Bahamas, Dominican Republic, India, and North Africa. Lucile absolutely loves travelling, is passionate about cultures, learning about local lifestyles, and interacting with people from all walks of life. Curiosity and dynamism are her strong points, and has helped her design and create scintillating travel experiences. Making it all happen is her forte.
She comes with over 5 years’ worth of travel experience in France. Thereafter, she decided to fulfill her lifelong ambition of working abroad, and within the blink of an eye, she chose the Pearl of the Indian Ocean – Sri Lanka.
Why Sri Lanka? Well, she states that she fell in love with it because it has a plethora of astounding landscapes and vistas, delicious food, colourful sunsets, and of course smiling people. Her favourite places include Arugam Bay, Hiriketiya, Belihuloya, and Adam’s Peak.
Mohandas NairCountry Manager - India
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Mohandas, has experience in Sales for 19+ years with Sri Lankan Airlines, India.
He is Graduated from Calicut University in Kerala for Commerce. During his free time, he prefers to listen to music and do painting.
His main key strengths are in executing Sales plans and strengthening Business Development strategies.
Suzuki MutsumiTour Adviser – Japan
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Suzuki visited Sri Lanka for the first time 8 years ago. Ever since, she has not been able to stay away from the land of golden beaches and cascading waterfalls for more than a month every year. Today she is a fluent speaker of Sinhalese, and teaches Japanese, her first language as a hobby. A devout Buddhist who is a perfectionist and a calming presence with a talent for engaging, thoughtful conversations.
Isabel Jamaldeen Language Specialist (Germany)
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The very personification of a “globetrotter”, Anu’s love for travel was ingrained in her from the time she was a nipper. Being quite an altruistic character, she was able to observe the traits and aspects of the various people groups she encountered during her travels near and far. This helped her understand that at the end of the day, we are all connected to each other, though the world in itself is quite expansive.
In order to satisfy her thirst for unending escapades, she joined the tourism industry, and has now racked up over a decade’s worth of experience therein. Suffice to say, she isn’t going to quit any time soon. Her commitment to the industry has enabled her to experience diverse cultures and traditions.
It is her passion for travelling that drives her to create experiences for her clients, and she goes all out in order to make their dreams and wishes come true. All the way from planning, organising, facilitating, and executing travel needs, Anu wants to be part of it all.
Kasun PeirisTour Executive
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A fresh addition to the Tour Blue team, Kasun is also amongst the youngest. Being a passionate traveler, Kasun set out seeking for a career in the travel industry, soon after completing his education. Kasun enjoys making friends and exploring new cultures. Having completed his education in Japan, Kasun is a fluent speaker of Japanese. During his free time. Kasun enjoy a game of baseball, a good movie or his hobby of drawing portraits.
Sandini Perera Finance Executive
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Completed Bachelor of Commerce degree in South Eastern University of Sri Lanka.
She completed her executive level of chartered accountants’ exams. And follows Institute of Bankers of Srilanka course.
Passionate traveler and an animal lover.
And won championship for carrom in her university period.
Nishani Sewwandi Tour Executive
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Nishani is our latest addition at Tour Blue, she has been in the Tourism Industry for nearly 2 years with a Higher national diploma in Travel and Tour Management.
She maintains a good relationship with Hoteliers and well in negotiating rates.
During her free time; she loves to travel around Sri Lanka to gain new experiences while camping and hiking. She also loves to watch movies and read novels.
Tharindu Sankalpa Transport coordinator
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The very personification of a “globetrotter”, Anu’s love for travel was ingrained in her from the time she was a nipper. Being quite an altruistic character, she was able to observe the traits and aspects of the various people groups she encountered during her travels near and far. This helped her understand that at the end of the day, we are all connected to each other, though the world in itself is quite expansive.
In order to satisfy her thirst for unending escapades, she joined the tourism industry, and has now racked up over a decade’s worth of experience therein. Suffice to say, she isn’t going to quit any time soon. Her commitment to the industry has enabled her to experience diverse cultures and traditions.
It is her passion for travelling that drives her to create experiences for her clients, and she goes all out in order to make their dreams and wishes come true. All the way from planning, organising, facilitating, and executing travel needs, Anu wants to be part of it all.
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