I recently came across a post about the Dutch Ambassador announcing Colombo’s first “car-free” day. A partnership between the Colombo Municipal Council and the Netherlands Embassy, the idea is to promote a healthy lifestyle, particularly when it comes to transport. As such, the public is invited to take part in #CarFreeCMB by foot, bicycle, skateboard or any other means ...
Jetwing hotels. It’s certainly not a new name to the hospitality industry in Sri Lanka. The hotel chain’s “Room Rush” deal is offering up to 50% off of its properties. Now before you get too excited, there are a few conditions. Terms and conditions First, this offer only applies to Sri Lankans and Sri Lankan resident visa holders only. ...
So Sri Lanka takes global media by storm. That was the running title on a DailyFT article. Now the article itself does nothing to justify how exactly So Sri Lanka has taken the global media by storm. In fact, it’s merely a puff piece on Sri Lanka’s participation at the recently held Internationale Tourismus-Börse, or ITB press conference in ...
It’s World Tourism Day, and what better place to celebrate it in other than Sri Lanka? Whether you’re a die-hard hiker or someone who enjoys long hours on the sandy beaches, Sri Lanka can satisfy all your weekend getaway needs. It’s not called ‘pearl of the Indian Ocean’ for nothing. But in case you’re not convinced, here’s a list ...
Sri Lanka officially announced the launch of a tourist-friendly tourist service. Under the initiative, a selected number of tuk tuk drivers will be trained. Upon completion, these drivers will be awarded a special ID from the Sri Lanka Tourist Development Authority (SLTDA). Additionally, the trained drivers will be given a “tourist friendly” logo as well. This would essentially help tourists ...
KumbukRiver. It’s certainly not an unfamiliar name. The property has been the only recipient of the world’s leading eco-lounge award (2008) at the World Travel Awards. Famous for the massive elephant shaped villa, its riverside property features new additions that incorporate the look and feel of a tribal village. This tribal village is one that’s aimed at the backpackers. KumbukRiver’s own ...
Jakarta may not be on every traveler’s list. But for those who do visit, the city packs quite a punch. Attractions and experiences which promise to awe and impress are plentiful; read on for the best. 1. Understand the city is huge After Tokyo, Jakarta is the world’s second-largest city. The place is home to over 30 million people. At ...
The Sri Lankan Navy recently collected 46 Crown-of-Thorns starfish in the Pigeon Island Park, in Trincomalee. This was during a cleaning program that was organized together with the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA), to commemorate World Ocean Day. The Crown-of-Thorns starfish are usually found on coral reefs in the Indo-Pacific region and is found to destroy corals. Wait, a coral-killing ...
Matara is located 160km away from Colombo and is one of the major commercial hubs of the country. The culture of Matara is a mixer of colonialism, life on the shore, fishing and Buddhism. Of course, 24 hours isn’t enough to explore everything. Unless you pick and choose from below. 1. Visit a Temple Good start to a day is ...
Tea, in the beginning, was grown naturally, without fertilizer or pesticides and thrived in the wild, untended by people. Legend attributes tea’s discovery as a beverage to the Chinese Emperor Chen Nung. In 2737 BC, he was boiling water ‘to purify it’ when leaves from a tea tree by chance fell in the pot. The aroma was tantalizing. The Emperor ...
Not a day goes by on the sunny island of Sri Lanka when James Taylor isn’t paid silent homage to. Credited with getting the tea industry rolling in 1867, it was Mr. Taylor who cultured the first tea plantation in the hills of Kandy. One of the Country’s main exports to date, numbers have looked better for this industry. However ...
Do you know how important animal poop can be? No? In China, the dung of flying squirrel is used as a cure for abdominal pain. Alaska Moose’s droppings are given as a souvenir by turning it into an earring. In the United States, bat guano was used to make gunpowder because it has Potassium nitrate. Bolivia uses the Llama’s dung to ...
Last minute planning for a solo hike is very tricky, especially during the rainy season. But nevertheless, I set my sights on conquering Alagalla (also known as Potato Range). So, I packed my bag and got on-board the Podi Menike. I was told there were 2 routes to get to the top of the mountain. One was through the Ihala ...
The Sinhala and Tamil new year, or as we know it, Avurudu is upon us. For all you travel enthusiasts out there, this usually means one thing. Avurudu holidays. It seems like the perfect time to pack our bags and go for a hiking trip during the long weekend. After all, if its one thing that’s rewarding about living in ...
Kalutara is known for a variety of things; beautiful sandy beaches, indulgent mangosteens, and a surprisingly rich heritage that will surely captivate you for days should you wish to explore it. Natural Splendour Kalutara is abundant with lush geographical wonders and in many forms too, especially when it comes to fauna as well. If you love waterfalls then you will ...
Back in 2006, The Coffee Bean and The Tea Leaf first opened its doors at the Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) store. Thus far, The Coffee Bean and The Tea Leaf is the first and longest international franchise to welcome customers at the BIA. Recently, the store got an upgrade to a more slicker and contemporary look. Gone are the old darker ...
Every now and then, we all want to get away from our busy hectic lives. Some of us prefer the serenity of the mountains, while some of us prefer a bit of adventure. But of course not all of us care for the outdoor adventure to unwind. That’s where ARIYANA hoped to come in. Initiated by Home Lands Skyline, ARIYANA ...
It’s the second largest park in Sri Lanka, and also the most visited. The 5 blocks of Yala National Park covers more than 900 square kilometers, lying between the Southern and Uva provinces. Recently, the Sustainable Development and Wildlife Ministry revealed that the park has earned LKR 700.58 million in revenue for the year 2017. This is evidently the highest ...
Dylan Wickrama, Bruce and the Courage of Bridgette survived the unmanageable, voyaging from Panama City to Columbia across the Pacific Ocean in search of adventure. Dylan’s venture is a tale of a man fascinated with adventure and discovery, who sold his business to travel to 80 countries on his BMW 1150 GS. The duo crossed deserts, fields, mountains, cities and untouched ...
