Monthly Archives: September 2019
Warning for heavy rain – 25 September 2019
Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Southern, Sabaragamuwa, Central and North-western provinces...
Warning for heavy rain – 24 September 2019
Showers or thundershowers will occur over most parts of the island. Very heavy falls above 200 mm are likely at some places in Western, Southern, Sabaragamuwa, and Central provinces.
Food Adventures in Sri Lanka
The best part about travelling to any country, has to be the exotic variety of food to try out – at least for foodies it might be! Sri Lanka’s local food caters...
Things To Do With Your Kids In Negombo
After a few hours of flying, your kids are most likely cranky and in desperate need of stretching their legs. If the idea of travelling by car for another 1 hour...
The 15 Best Islands in the World
One of the greatest rewards of traveling — discovering the new — is reflected in T+L readers’ picks for the world’s best islands. Not only do several islands...
The ‘Lion Fortress’ of Sri Lanka was swallowed by the jungle
Perched on a slab of rock that juts dramatically over the forests of central Sri Lanka, Sigiriya is as imposing a sight now as it must have been when it was first built...
Local Snacks your Kids will Love in Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, you will find many unusual snacks, ranging from sweet yet spicy sesame rolls (thalaguli) to crunchy peanut brittle (pani kaju)...
Spotting urban wildlife with your family in Colombo
Exploring the wild flora and fauna in different countries is a great way to both learn about and appreciate the beauty of nature with your loved ones...
Child-friendly Beaches
Beaches are fun places to be with your family. They’re great for some rest and relaxation, swimming and tanning. Unfortunately, many in Sri Lanka are quite...
Fun Things to do with your Kids
Family vacations should have something great for everyone, and that, of course, includes children! If you’re wondering about what Sri Lanka has to offer that...
Colombo Experiences with the Family
There are many remote locations worth exploring in Sri Lanka, from the Balangoda caves to secret beaches along the southern coast. But sometimes, you just...
Things to do on a Rainy Day with your kids
As it is a tropical country, unexpected showers are unavoidable. There is no such thing as an ironclad plan out in the sun when in Sri Lanka. Despite...
Family-Friendly Adventures In The Wild
The wilderness can be as frightening as it is enlightening. There is so much to learn from it, but only if we do so respectfully and with great care...
Ideal Places for Marine Life Sightings in SL
Sri Lanka is host to some of the most exquisite flora and fauna, and in particular, a fantastic variety of marine animals. Among these are a few rare species...
4 Reasons Why You Should Have your Wedding in Sri Lanka
Weddings mark one of the most special moments in our lives. To honour it, we make it as lavish as we please and invite all our loved ones to partake in the event...
Best Places for Wining and Dining with your Partner
Is food actually the language of love? We think so! Food has transcended the realm of necessity; it has become art through which you could...
Romantic Strolls Around The Island
Sometimes a nice, relaxing walk along a scenic route is exactly what you need to invigorate the romantic in you. There are beautiful places...
Honeymoon Spots In Sri Lanka
If you’re on the hunt for the ideal island paradise honeymoon, we’ve got you covered. There are many romantic spots in Sri Lanka that would be the perfect...
Best Ideas For A Date Night In Sri Lanka
There are many ways to celebrate your love in an island like Sri Lanka, from romantic escapades over its waters to idyllic hilltops. Sri Lanka’s artistic...
5 Unique Ideas for a Proposal in Sri Lanka
Do you hear the chime of wedding bells in the near future? Is it time to pop the BIG question to your significant other? Before you drop down on one knee...
Fun Things To Do In And Around Galle With Your Partner
In the Southern Province of Sri Lanka of lies a treasure trove of experiences, scattered amongst its many coastal towns and wondrous sites. There’s something...
Conquer Sri Lanka’s Mountains By Yourself!
Mountain climbing isn’t a particularly popular sport in Sri Lanka, but the central hills of the island provide a welcoming setting for avid mountaineers...
Solo Experiences in Sri Lanka
Whether you’re here alone or with friends and family, Sri Lanka has a way of adopting you and making you feel at home. Maybe it’s the friendly people...
East Coast Adventures You Can’t Miss
During peak season, the Pasikuda bay is gentle and ideal for leisurely swims. However, if you prefer to be gliding along the waters instead, hop aboard...
Solo Surfing in Sri Lanka? Here are the Best Spots!
Surfing as a sport took off in Sri Lanka quite recently, and in that time, it has garnered quite a lot of traction within the island. Sri Lanka has an array of surf spots...
5 Water-based Activities For The Adventurer
If there’s one exciting thing about visiting an island nation, it’s all the water that encompasses it. Sri Lanka has a great climate, and the wet and dry zones balance...
5 Romantic Things to do in Colombo
Colombo is one of Sri Lanka’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities. It may not be the world’s ‘City of Love’, but there’s no shortage of romantic...
Best Places For Solo Bird Watching
Tropical birds are part of what makes an island paradise like Sri Lanka glorious, with their colourful feathers and various designs. Sri Lanka is a hotspot for such...
Exploring Sri Lanka’s Religious Places of Worship
Sri Lanka is home to many different groups of people, and amongst them, there are four main religions being practiced. Every custom and religion in Sri Lanka...
Exotic Street Food to try in Colombo During Your Solo Adventure
The great thing about Sri Lankan food is that it’s so diverse. All the various influences from its multi-ethnic population intertwine as they create a unique cuisine...
Museums In Sri Lanka You Must Visit With Your Friends
One of the best things about exploring a foreign country with your friends is that you get to explore a whole other culture together. Sri Lanka welcomes...
7 Foods to Try on a Night Out
Are you planning a night out in Colombo with your friends? What awaits you is an escapade for the ages. There’s a lot to see and do in Colombo, especially on...
Hiking Trails That Are Ideal For Friends
If you and your friends are more into adventure than being indoors, hiking is a great way to relish nature while also escaping the hustle and bustle of the city...
Exploring Nature With Your Buddies
There’s always so much to do and so much to see when visiting a new country, and things tend to get hectic. If a peace of mind is what you need...
UNESCO Sites to Cross off your Bucket List
Sri Lanka’s recorded history goes back thousands of years, but many of the structures built by civilisations long gone are still standing today...
6 Rooftop Bars In Colombo You Should Be Drinking At This Year
Rooftop bars are iconic, there’s no denying this. They take a fun night and make it better. There are few things that could trump a night out with your friends...
Visiting Sri Lanka’s Famous Architectural Marvels
Architecture is an artform that flows and changes with time, and has shown us more about the past than we could possibly imagine. On a tour of the ruins left behind...
7 Authentically Lankan Experiences
Every country can safely call its own a plethora of ‘local experiences’—activities that are so unique to the country that most foreigners aren’t even aware...