For its size, Sri Lanka is astonishingly diverse. Tropical beaches give way to countryside dotted with paddy fields and plantations. National parks dominated by lush lakes and dense jungle contrast with the mysterious Sinharaja Rainforest. The island’s central hill country is covered in an astonishing array of flora. These varied landscapes provide a home for… Read More »
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and with it a desire to celebrate the love we have in our lives. Whether this is acknowledging a special anniversary, planning a proposal, or honouring our best friends, one of the best ways to show our appreciation is with a lifechanging holiday. Sri Lanka is an epic choice for… Read More »
Already flagged as one of the best value holiday destinations for UK travellers going abroad in 2023, Sri Lanka is eager to welcome visitors to its shores this year. After an economically challenging twelve months, tourists can enjoy a favourable exchange rate and discounts on hotels covering a range of prices, sizes, and styles. This… Read More »
Already flagged as one of the best value destinations for 2023, Sri Lanka is eager to welcome visitors to its shores this year. After a difficult economic year, tourists can enjoy a favourable exchange rate and discounts on hotels covering a range of prices, sizes, and styles. This is in addition to the island’s usual… Read More »
Sri Lanka is an incredibly diverse island in terms of geography, society, religion, and tradition – so it is hardly surprising that the same is true of its cuisine. From spicy seafood curries to sweet succulent tropical fruit, there are endless delicacies to try, influenced by cultures from around the globe. Discover the six best… Read More »
In modern society, where the internet and mobile phones make it near impossible for us to switch off, spending time off grid is a precious luxury. Even finding the chance to retreat from the claustrophobia of civilisation is difficult as we continue to live life in high-stress and at high speed. Given this, and the… Read More »
Despite its small size, Sri Lanka is one of the best places in the world for a birdwatching holiday. Almost 500 species call this island home, with 219 of those being breeding residents and 34 endemics. Two monsoon seasons and a flourishing central hill country mean that there are plenty of opportunities for birdwatching in… Read More »
For years, Jaffna was not included in a typical tour of Sri Lanka. This was partly due to the region’s remote location, and also its importance in the island’s long-fought civil war. Jaffna is also aligned with the north-eastern monsoon pattern and receives its annual deluge between December and March when the popular south-west coast… Read More »
There are several religions interwoven into Sri Lanka’s rich tapestry, but Buddhism is the belief system that lies at the core of the island’s complex culture. This philosophy swept across Asia more than 2,000 years ago and since then has influenced many elements of the Sri Lankan way of life. With hundreds of temples dotted… Read More »
Sri Lanka is well known as a winter sun destination, offering a tropical alternative to those cold, dark days in the northern hemisphere. However, thanks to the country’s unique climate and topography, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean is also a superb summer getaway. For such a small island, the weather patterns in Sri Lanka… Read More »
