“The most companionable of all festivals”- that’s how Michael Morpugo describes the Galle Literary Festival. This award winning author of children’s books definitely knows what he is talking about, and this is just one more reason to try and join the host of literary enthusiasts in the festival … [Read More...]
Kandy House: A Rare Ancestral Home Amidst Paradise
In a previous post, we featured Helga's Folly, our pick for an unusual place to stay in Kandy. However, this is not everyone's cup of tea and many … [Read More...]
An Australian in Sri Lanka
Some readers have given us feedback on this blog, saying that while they love the luxe angle and reviews of top accommodations in Sri Lanka, they … [Read More...]
Relax in Style at The River House
In an previous post, we featured the most elegant place to stay in Colombo: Park Street, developed and run by Taru Villas. Another Taru Villas … [Read More...]
The Tea Factory Hotel: Genuinely Sri Lankan
For a lot of people, when Sri Lanka or Ceylon is mentioned, tea is the first thing that comes to mind. You can’t blame them, for Ceylon tea is some … [Read More...]
Beachside Luxury at Amanwella
The last time we wrote about the Aman Resorts was back in 2009, and till now our awe at this super luxurious group of hotel resorts hasn’t diminished. … [Read More...]
Ceylon Art: The Kala Pola Festival
Sri Lanka is well known for its festivals, and the month of January is one of the best times to visit this country. I already shared the Galle … [Read More...]
Bask In The Ruins Of Anuradhapura
Travelers who have a sense of history or at least appreciate the cultures of the past will definitely want to pay a visit to Anuradhapura. This city … [Read More...]
The Esala Perahera: A Spectacular Festival in Kandy
The Perahera in Kandy is one of the oldest and most amazing Buddhist events you can still see today in Sri Lanka. Imagine a colorful display of … [Read More...]