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The Barnhouse: Unorthodox, yet truly Sri Lankan
The Barnhouse project in Panadura has been designed using principles that minimize the impact on the natural environment, such as ‘upcycling’ wast
Cabin @ Creek: Cabin Immersed in Nature
Inspired by the wonders of nature, designed for the adventurous, and created by the love for comfort and fine taste, Cabin @ Creek, the latest additio
Tag me @danu - Cocoon Maldives
Today I’m sitting here in Maldives and writing about this heavenly place called Cocoon Maldives which is the first design hotel in the Maldives, whi
Tag me @danu - MaRadha
This week I was tagged by the all-new city hotel experience - Hotel Maradha. This crisp new building is conveniently situated hotel on Marine Drive ov
Jaffna: A personal insight on the beautiful North
Jaffna is on everyone’s travel list but over 400km north of Colombo and a 7-hour travel time, a visit to the north requires a fair amount of plannin
Hospitality in the North: Fox Resorts Jaffna
With fuel shortages in the country, Fox Resorts encourages train travel with their new travel-inclusive hotel offers. It’s 5.30 AM and I’m standin
Conquering the South Pole - Antarctica
Sri Lankan born Dinuka Karunaratne successfully conquered the challenging Geographical South Pole in Antarctica. The elusive White Continent has been
Exploring Kudumbigala and Kumana
When Kutumbigala was discovered by Upasaka Maithree back in 1942, it was a largely uninhabited expanse of land following colonial invasions and was a
Exploring lesser known attractions of the Kingdom of Ruhuna
The Kingdom of Ruhuna comprised the Southern and Eastern provinces and took on different roles in the history of Sri Lanka. Ruhuna is known to be the
Tag me @danu - Villa Birdlake
This week I was tagged in a new location that’s trending, Villa Birdlake which is located in Hikkaduwa Overlooking breathtaking garden and lake vi
Base Camp Kithulgala
Since late 90s, Kithulgala started to open out to the world of adventure as one of the best destinations in Asia for White Water Rafting (WWR).
Touring Arugam Bay during the off-season
If you take a trip towards the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka, then spending a day or two in Arugam Bay should definitely be on your bucket list. Popul
The Divine Villa: The Heart of Tranquility
Luxury boutique property The Divine Villa recently opened its doors welcoming both local and international tourists. A passion project of French trave
Destination Dubai
With the ongoing pandemic lasting nearly two years, Dubai felt like the perfect getaway from a monotonous routine that consisted of work and universit
DEEP SEA FISHING, DOLPHIN WATCHING, SNORKELLING & DIVING IN KALPITIYA
Kalpitiya is traditionally a fishing hamlet from ancient times. Tourism-related activities and water sports reached the peninsula much later. Sri Lank
The Koggala Lake - Exploring the islands hidden within an island
There’s something to be said about exploring the water bodies of Sri Lanka. You could see tens and hundreds of them and each of them will offer some
Air travel during a pandemic
Travelling during Covid-19 has completely sucked the joy out of travelling. Formerly a pleasurable experience, getting on an airplane is now fraught w
Magnificent Dutch Fort in Kalpitiya: From Portuguese territory to current Vijaya Naval Base
Kalpitya Dutch Fort is one of the main features, in this historic city of Kalpitiya, which is the main trading point in a narrow land that stretches t
Avani Kalutara: Affordable Luxury
A fusion of tropical modernism and colonial charm, the recently renovated Avani Kalutara is a sprawling property that effortlessly embodies R&R (rest
WAVE Bolgoda by Singhe
An Aqua Sports Hub, a Marina, an Adventure Boutique Hotel & a Restaurant all in one, WAVE is a charming, intimate property that will appeal to every t
Exploring Kandy’s Historic Temples
The culture of the Hill Capital is one that has blended with history and modern world charm. A trip to Kandy can never be completed in a day or a week
DoubleTree By Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton is a new three-story resort that was recently opened in Weerawila. The resort is owned by KDU Adventures (Private) Limited and ma
2021: The new normal in travel
The year that concluded was catastrophic for the travel and tourism industry. The pandemic saw many planes grounded, fleets reduced and some airlines
Back Of Beyond
The loud and enigmatic harmony of the rahaiyas welcomed us at mid-day. A family of grey langurs were resting on a nearby tree but were too inquisitive
The Social, Unawatuna
Amid the Covid-19 pandemic with lifted restrictions and reopening economies, Sri Lankans now have the option of leaving the shelter of their homes to
A mini-vacation at Sri Sharavi Beach Villas and Spa
It was an afternoon hour at Sri Sharavi Beach Villas and Spa, which was our stop for the weekend. The varying melodies of the nearby Indian Ocean were
WTF – A Lazy Weekend Under the Sun
On WTF this week, we wanted to just drive away from the gloom of Colombo and go enjoy a cozy setting, and we found just the right place. Saffron and B
Professor Razeen Sally: A journey to self-discovery
Professor Razeen Sally’s travel memoir ’’Return to Sri Lanka: Travels in a Paradoxical Island’’ is a labour of love; a far cry from the many
A place called Gonarezhou
Situated in the southeastern corner of Zimbabwe, bordering Mozambique, lies a little known piece of paradise called the Gonarezhou National park.
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