Reviews
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
On board Captain Jade
Embraced with golden sunsets and the fresh saline breeze of the Indian Ocean, the Southern Coast has become a haven for tourists as well as locals. Ov
Zinc Journey Sigiriya
A resthouse that has undergone a fabulous refurbishment is the former Sigiriya Resthouse, now known as Zinc Journey Sigiriya. With 74 hotels across 7
Mövenpick Hotel Colombo
Introducing five star luxury into the heart of Colombo, the Mövenpick Hotel recently opened its doors to the public. With an aim to invite the execu
Food spots you should check out around the Galle Fort
Once you have satiated your appetite for all things literary and you need some real grub to fill your rumbling tummy, the many eateries dotted around
BIA runway resurfacing project
The much anticipated renovation of the runway at the Bandaranaike International Airport will commence today. The runway has been in use for three deca
Heritance Negombo
Spanning across an eight acre expanse of land is Heritance Negombo, a recent addition to the hospitality industry in Sri Lanka. Earlier known as Brown
Inle Lake
As our journey around magical Myanmar comes to end we visit the scenic Inle Lake, an ethereal place that has a captivating beauty which will leave you
The Durutu Perehera
Kick off the new year by absorbing the rich culture and heritage that abounds in Sri Lanka. The Buddhist calendar of Sri Lanka opens with the Durutu P
RIU Hotel Ahungalle
RIU Hotels & Resorts is an international hotel chain that has over 105 hotels in 19 countries. In 2016, the international hotel chain launched RIU Hot
Putting Sri Lankan hostels on the global map
The burgeoning hostel industry in Sri Lanka received another welcomeboost when Hangover Hostels Mirissa was included in Hostelworld’s 13 Top Exotic
Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions
There is nothing more rewarding that treating oneself to a luxury break, better still if there are lots of massages and wellness treatments thrown in.
Amaya Beach
Offering you the best of the beach, the sand, the sun and of course exquisite dishes hard to resist is Amaya Beach Resorts & Spa in Passikudah.
CityRest Fort Reviewed
Tucked away in the heart of Colombo Fort, CityRest Fort is an excellent location of lodging for the budget sensitive traveller. Although it follows th
Maniumpathy Boutique Hotel
Located in the heart of Colombo, Maniumpathy is a heritage home which is beautifully furnished and perfect for those seeking a luxury stay with a home
Travelling Around Mandalay
Considered the second largest city in Myanmar aka Burma, Mandalay is also considered the cultural capital of a country that is steeped in time and his
Fly to Madrid with Air India
Offering great value for money Air India is set to launch a great ticket deal to Madrid. For a mere Rs. 39,300 (T&Cs apply), you can fly from Colombo
