High testing rates and effective lockdown measures have helped to minimize the effect of the coronavirus in Sri Lanka. With the situation considered under control, the government of Sri Lanka announced that the nationwide curfew which had been in place since March 22, was to come to an end on May 11th. With life gradually… View Article

There are many options for accommodation in Sri Lanka. Whether traveling to the hill country in the center of the island country or the tropical lowlands and beaches, there is a range of places to stay for international visitors. It is important to decide on your accommodation before making the journey, as this information is… View Article

One of the first places that comes to mind when travelers think of Sri Lanka is the tea plantations of its central Hill Country. One of the premier cities in this region is Nuwara Eliya and it is a destination that thousands of domestic and foreign tourists enjoy each year. Traveling to Sri Lanka’s tea… View Article

It is important to understand Sri Lanka visa photo requirements before applying for the electronic travel authorization (ETA) online. Visitors traveling to the country require a Sri Lanka visa or ETA (except for nationals of the Maldives, the Seychelles, and Singapore, who are visa-exempt). When applying for any type of visa or ETA, it is… View Article

One of Sri Lanka’s main commercial hubs and administrative capital of the Negombo Division, the city of Negombo attracts Sri Lankan and international visitors thanks to its enchanting lagoon with its sandy beaches and traditional community of fishermen, delicious food and heritage colonial architecture. Being very close to the capital Colombo, it’s also an easy… View Article

Considered one of if not the most beautiful train journey in the world, the train ride from Kandy to Ella is an unmissable experience and definitely one of the best things you can do while in Sri Lanka for your holidays. Imagine lush tea plantations, waterfalls, clouds and mist framed by your train window. Expect… View Article