Travel
Santani Wellness Resort and Spa bags three global accolades
It is not everyday that a wellness resort and spa in Sri Lanka can boast about winning three global accolades, however kudos to Santani, Sri Lanka’s
Vesak In Colombo
The beautiful lights and decor of this year’s Vesak season drew us to the streets to take a closer look despite the traffic. Here’s our roundup of
Checking Out: Chanika Udugampola
Working in the travel field for nearly a decade, Chanika Udugampola currently works as a Destination Sales Manager at Qwest Destinations (Pvt) Ltd. Ch
Seerock: The King’s Domain
Surrounded by jungle and in the shadow of an ancient and historic rock fortress, Seerock is a luxury boutique hotel that recently opened its gates to
A Trip To Little England
A drive towards the hill country through acres of eucalyptus trees, tea-clad mountain ranges and breathtaking waterfalls is a soothing experience for
Coachella - California’s Largest Music Festival
During the last few weeks, Instagram and Facebook were flooded with images of Coachella. Wondering what Coachella is all about? Here is a brief on one
Gudppl Organises Adams Peak Clean Up
Gudppl (good people) is a new social network, with a passion to make a positive meaningful impact around the world through volunteerism. They are comm
Shangri-La Resort Hambantota launches ’The Table by Golden Circle’
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa framed by swaying coconut trees, overlooking the pristine southern coast of our beautiful Sri Lanka which spans
Mega Development Projects In Hambantota
Mega development projects have started to transform the rural cityscape in to one that showcases modernity. Hambantota was one such city which made he
From Protector To Executioner
The Wildlife and Nature Protection Society (WNPS) strongly protests the shooting of a wild elephant by wildlife officials as an act of alleged self-de
Is Sri Lanka fast becoming a perverts’ paradise?
Sexual harassment in any form is unacceptable. Unfortunately in Sri Lanka sexual harassment is on the increase. Locals and tourists alike more often t
Checking Out: Thushen Wimalaratne
With her finger firmly on the fashion pulse, Thushen Wimalaratne’s hobby is collecting shoes in addition to perfumes and candles. Exercise, music an
Chandi Delwala on Checking Out
Crowned Mrs. Sri Lanka International 2016, Chandi Delwala radiates beauty. Her hobbies are gardening, cooking, travelling and adventure. Rising up to
On board the Opal
Perched up front on the nets at the fore of the deck, chilled glass of fresh juice in hand, the gentle breeze caressing our faces offering respite fro
Disastrous Travel Tales
With the holiday season about to start, hundreds, if not thousands, are already embarking on their New Year holiday getaway. Here, our readers recall
Checking Out : Maithri Jansz
A Middle School teacher specialising in Special Education, Maithri currently lives in the Philippines. She counts bird watching, photography, cooking
Delft Island
An hour’s ferry ride from the Kurikadduwan Jetty on the Pungudithivu Island will bring you to a forgotten island similar to Nagadeepa. Neduntheevu,
The Samadhi Centre
Almost an hour’s drive away to the northeast of Kandy, lies the Samadhi Centre. Surrounded by lush vegetation and a scenic landscape, the Samadhi Ce
Kandy: The city of pomp and pageantry
Tucked away in the Central Highlands is the city of Kandy, embraced by hill-country breezes, busy streets, colonial buildings and its rich religious a
Protecting Marine Species: The Immediate Need of the Hour
Dolphin and whale watching have taken the Sri Lankan tourism industry to newer heights. But unfortunately these species are no longer safe at sea. A v
The Kandyan Manor
Situated within a few kilometres from the Kandy town and a few metres down the Katugastota-Yatiwawala Road is The Kandyan Manor, a scenic hideaway, se
Loafer’s Diary: Jaffna
We took in the sights and sounds of Jaffna, whilst on a two-day trip there. Check out the places of interest we visited!
Checking Out: Sonia Vitarana
A penchant for travel has ensured that Sonia Vitarana has visited a host of countries around the world. A Toastmaster, Sonia spends her time coaching
Qwest Destinations introduces Jungfraujoch
The highlight of any Swiss holiday is a train ride to Jungfraujoch, billed as the Top of Europe as it is the highest train station in Europe at 3454 m
Yalpanam: A land that whispers its culture
In this episode of Loafer’s Diary we explored the traditional Hindu lifestyles, cuisine and places of attraction in the Jaffna District. We took the
The Margosa
A sunny climate, rough terrains, acres of bare land, lakes and the majestic blue sea make up the greater part of the city of Jaffna. Although it once
Chanika Jayathilake on Checking Out
Lithe, lissome and tall, fashionista Chanika, the owner of Raaya Clothing and Accessories has a great sense of humour and is a barrel of laughs. She l
Stone Town
The name Zanzibar conjures a vision of exoticism, mystique and intrigue. A trading port, the Tanzanian archipelago of Zanzibar lies 22 nautical miles
Tuk Tuk Safari Sri Lanka
Have you ever thought of going on a safari by tuk? Exploring the city in a cosy convertible tuk while having your meals? If not, Tuk-Tuk Safari Sri La
Alberto Ruiz on Checking Out
This Spanish fitness instructor is often to be found at High Octane gym where he works as a personal trainer in addition to conducting various fitness