Nestled amongst the tropical mangroves of the Kuchchaveli beach, almost 4 kilometres past the popular Nilaveli strip, is a veritable haven called the Jungle Beach Resort. Not even the harsh unrelenting sun or the strong katchaan winds could spoil the beauty of this Resort which is new to this stretch of beach that still remains…

Into the heart of the island, the road climbs higher and higher and the mountainous vistas turn into picture postcard perfect. The long and winding roads continue through lush tea fields and bustling villages. At times, the precipitous mountain sides can be daunting and we keep our eyes firmly on the road ahead. Many a…

The waters of the Negombo Lagoon lap impatiently along the sides of the broad wooden deck that borders the garden of the Amagi Lagoon Resort and Spa. A kayak and boat tethered to the pier bob restlessly on the waters. The wind is picking up and the sky darkens as the rains approach from the…

Described as one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beaches and listed as one of the world’s top beaches, Pasikuda was my destination for the Vesak weekend. With economic development in full throttle in the East coast, I was looking forward to seeing the changes in this part of the country. With good road surface and…

Wednesday April 11 – After four hours of sorting and sifting, and packing the truck and trailer with camping gear comprising kayak’s and paddles, blankets and tents, cool boxes and cans of food, fresh vegetables and frying pans, it took us another nine hours of tedious maneuvering through the frenzied last minute shoppers, until we…

Returning to Ranweli after many many years is indeed a pleasant surprise and a delightful experience. From the time I espied the unique ferry crossing to the entire weekend’s experience, the Village has proven to be one of a kind especially in its quest to be the trail blazer in eco tourism in Sri Lanka….

It was in the still of the night when we finally reached our destination – Wapi Bungalow at Tissamaharama. Leaving late Friday night was a good idea as we were intent on avoiding as much slow moving weekend traffic as possible. Almost four hours after departing from Colombo, we were in Tissamaharama, and with perfect…

Driving on steep and winding roads take us through misty mountains and beautiful tea estates, the air getting cooler with every passing minute and mile, the journey to Diyatalawa is definitely one of the most picturesque sights this land has to offer. It is early morning and we are on our way to Cranford Villa…

Mention Kithulgala, and you envisage undulating waters and winding roads. Famed for white water rafting and mountain treks, Kithulgala has the allure of the perfect destination for an invigorating holiday. I am excited about this weekend. So, along with some great company, I am on my way to the Royal River Resort located in the…