About Us
Who are we?
Desti Asia Pvt Ltd, which is a subsidiary of parent company Tour Blue Holdings Pvt Ltd.
Desti Asia Pvt Ltd is a Sri Lanka based limited company, which has recruited the best-experienced multicultural agents and is run by two experienced directors who have established themselves in the global market.
The core of our business as Desti Asia Pvt Ltd is the sole promotion of the Maldives with a wide range of resorts starting from Budget 04 Star properties to Platinum Luxury 05 Star properties.
Our dedicated departments offer a diversity of services. Every department works independently to provide the best service to our partners, targeting their long-lasting relationship.
Experience:
Passion runs through Darshana’s blood! Fondly known as “Cabi” among his peers, Darshana caught the travel bug at the age of 15—on a student trip to India. Ever since then he has fostered 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 the Ceylon Hotel School in Colombo, Darshana worked at Jetwing Travels in Sri Lanka for 13 years as a Senior Manager. During his tenure, he led Holland International, LTU Touristik – later known as REWE – and Go Vacations. During this period, he worked jointly with many of the Contracting and Product specialists of these overseas companies. Thereafter, he explored the Middle East 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 cherishing his experience in Dubai, Tour Blue Holdings (Pvt) Ltd was formed in 2013 with blessings of his superiors at Arabian Oryx. In 2016 Darshana returned home after 9 years.
HUZAM ISMAIL
A successful rugby player and a fluent speaker of four languages, Huzam is a dynamic personality who entered the travel industry by chance. He hasn’t looked back since! Huzam pursued CIMA upon completing his secondary education, after which he joined the garment industry, firstly with Time Garments and then with NEXT UK; during this time he studied textile technology at the University of Moratuwa. Later, he left for Japan for further education, where he spent 3 years. Upon returning he founded www.cSrilanka.com, offering full customization to Sri Lankan tours via an online trip planner. At the same time, he was also a director of Easy travel center, Sri Lanka. In 2013, Tour Blue was formed with the goal of offering a unique experience to travelers, by combining the expertise and capability of a fully-fledged DMC, with the personal touch of a boutique operator.
LISWITH OBINAMUNI
He is the Head of Operations who has been in the tourism trade since graduating, and is armed with an in-depth knowledge of air ticketing, and now with the resorts’ trade in the Maldives. A team player, always ready to help colleagues, especially novices, he always keeps himself updated regarding the latest happenings of the trade in the Maldives, and generously shares information with colleagues, you could call him one of Desti Asia’s trade’s living encyclopedias. Responsive in handling enquiries from clients and even hoteliers in need of help in getting to know the ongoing market situation, and giving advice when asked. Obinamuni maintains a good relationship with resort’s key partners, even outside office hours. He is a confident, reliable and knowledgeable travel agent.