Thusitha plays a leading role mentoring & motivating the team and is the driving force behind the success of the company. He holds a Bachelor’s in Tourism and International Business from UTS Australia and has extensive experience from working abroad and in Sri Lanka. He also holds an MBA, Post Graduate qualification in Archaeology and Heritage Management and a top-scoring National Tourist Guide Lecturer License. His passion for travel, culture, and history drives his commitment to offering unique and memorable experiences to our clients.
Heading the overall operations at Magical Isle Holidays, Himakara plays a pivotal role in business development, branding, social media campaigns and guiding the team. With many years of service to the industry since 2000, he has handled FIT & GIT movements including charter operations. He loves the outdoors and still finds many reasons to go out in search of new products and experiences to enhance the quality of itineraries we offer to our clients.
Having being trained and groomed to the industry by Magical Isle Holidays, Niluka is the live wire doing an overall sales and operational role. She started working with an NGO and then joined us and climbed the ladder to be a team leader in a short span of time. Always with a smile, she loves to spend time with her family and does gardening & flower décors over weekends.
Heading Magical Isle Australia, Thanoja combines over a decade of experience in customer service, travel management, and business administration. Born in Sri Lanka and based in Australia for over 20 years, she bridges both cultures seamlessly. With a background in accounting and tourism, she specialises in crafting personalised, well-curated holidays and loves discovering hidden gems to create truly memorable travel experiences.
Gill is very family oriented and the quietest out of the lot. He loves traveling and self-exploring the island with his family. He joined tourism in 2014 and has handled the Kouni UK operations and the Dutch Markets. He currently looks after sales & operations and contributes with his experiences on hidden corners of the island.
Ishan joined the travel & tourism trade straight from school while getting his qualification in IATA/UFTAA. Being in the industry for nearly 3 decades, the passion for tourism runs in his blood. He is a strong team player and helps troubleshooting and getting them to work as one unit. Being a keen traveller, he has explored the lengths and breaths of Sri Lanka. His love for outdoor and wildlife photography allows him to offer unique insight and experiences to our travellers.
Sanju is a known to be a dynamic and creative person in our team. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to transform ideas into extraordinary travel experiences makes her a vital part in our team. She is currently studying Spanish Language at Aquinas to pursue new markets. Having been in the travel trade since 2014, Sanju loves exploring the hill country. When she is unable to travel, she finds time to play badminton with her friends.
Coming from a tourism background, Imalsha was pruned to take-over a sales and operational role at Magical Isle Holidays. She is now an invaluable member handling key accounts of the company. She joined the travel trade straight from school in 2022 and is currently learning German Language at the Goethe Institute. She loves outdoors and whenever she has free time, you will see her on her bicycle riding in the outskirts of Colombo.
A travel enthusiast who has been in the industry since 2004, Hasheema brings a wealth of knowledge to the team. She has travelled extensively throughout the island and is able to tailor make holidays to suit your preference and find the right fit for you. Having been a coordinator for Travelife, Hasheema loves to improve on sustainability initiatives. During her spare time, she loves reading and learning about the rich history of Sri Lanka.
Ryan is a dynamic professional with over a decade of experience in travel and tourism sector. Beginning his career in 2013, Ryan managed the Dutch and Chinese markets while overseeing the transport department gradually handling sports themed tours. With a Master’s in Business Management and his vibrant personality, he quickly advanced into sales and operations handling diverse markets. He is now entrusted to innovative new experiences and driving business and product development.
Hailing from Sri Lanka’s famed city of gems, Ashan is a rare find himself who is new to tourism yet quick to sparkle. His adaptability and curiosity have secured him a strong place in the Sales and Operations Team. A devoted hiker and explorer, he has journeyed through Sri Lanka’s hidden trails. With a deepening passion for ornithology and zoology, Ashan pursues further training, shaping his path toward sustainable, nature-driven tourism.
With a BSc (Hons) in Computer Science, Sonali’s journey took an exciting turn when she discovered her heart belonged not to code, but to travel. Joining Magical Isle Holidays opened the door to a world where her love for nature, exploration, and authentic connections thrives. Curious and quick to learn, Sonali plays a vital role in the Operations Team, ensuring every journey runs seamlessly. Beyond work, she immerses herself in learning about travel, culture, and sustainable tourism.