SriLankan offers discount to Skywards

PROMOTION: The SriLankan Airlines, in celebration of the fifth anniversary of its Tokyo/Male route, has introduced a fantastic offer for its Skywards members worldwide - a 50% discount on the number of Miles needed to travel between Tokyo and Colombo or Male upto July 15, 2006.

Whereas usually a Skywards member would need to redeem 60,000 Miles to obtain an Economy Class return ticket Tokyo/Colombo or Colombo/Tokyo, Tokyo/Male or Male/Tokyo, the promotion offers such a ticket at only 30,000 Miles.

This promotion is on offer to Skywards members worldwide. This means that not only can Skywards members in Japan and Sri Lanka avail themselves of this offer, it is also open to Skywards members in Europe, the Middle East, India and Pakistan. Skywards members have the fantastic opportunity now to experience traditional Japanese culture combined with the exciting pace of one of the world's trendiest cities - Tokyo.

Visit to its ancient monuments and botanical gardens, take a tour of the famous Tokyo Tower or stroll through the many scenic parks. Whatever your choice, Tokyo is the perfect place for a wonderful summer break.

For Skywards members in Japan, there has never been a better time to experience tropical island life in Sri Lanka or the Maldives. From the elephant orphanage, the Sigiriya rock fortress and the Temple of the Tooth in Sri Lanka, National Museum, tranquil beaches similar to of the Maldives, a trip to the islands offers a variety of options for a refreshing holiday.

Skywards members can contact their local Skywards office or SriLankan Airlines office to avail themselves of this offer. Skywards, the award-winning frequent flyer programme of SriLankan and its strategic partner Emirates, seeks to give its members benefits beyond the travel experience. Privileges include wait-list priority for all tiers with priority check-in and airport lounge access for Gold and Silver members.

Skywards members can exchange Miles for a host of rewards such as free flights to hundreds of destinations with SriLankan, Emirates and airline partners, free holidays and other products and services with several leisure and lifestyle partners.