Sri Lanka Blog
Sri Lanka is full of surprises and events justifying it being called The Island of Serendipity. We post Blogs on a regular basis to keep our Customers updated on current affairs, New Events, Celebrations and Festivals etc. We often explore hidden Gems of the country, so that we can offer these on our Tailor Made Holidays. Unique Travels take you to places where most Tourists do not get to go. We want you to see and feel the real Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka still Lonely Planet’s top destination for 2019
Lonely Planet said Sri Lanka is continuing to be the top destination for 2019 despite...
Our new website is now live!
We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website thanks to the guys at The...
UK foreign office lifts travel ban on Sri Lanka
The UK foreign office has lifted the travel ban which was imposed after the terrorist...
Spices found in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has always been known for the fabulous number of spices that are grown there...
Yala National Park re-opens in October
Sri Lanka’s Yala National Park is due to re-open early to mid-October after being shut...
Sri Lanka’s whalewatching season starts in November
The whale watching season in Sri Lanka is fast approaching - commencing November and...
Sri Lanka the romantic honeymoon destination
The magical island of Sri Lanka, often referred to as “The Pearl of the Indian Ocean”,...
Family friendly tours in Sri Lanka
Having children of our own, we understand what it can be like to travel with children!...
The best of Sri Lanka luxury
Known as the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is renowned for its beauty, culture...
Why to go to Sri Lanka rather than India!
India and Sri Lanka are both amazing places to visit with their rich cultures, culinary...
Visiting the tea plantations of Sri Lanka
The iconic tea plantations of Sri Lanka originate from the British colonisation of the...
Visiting Cricket matches in Sri Lanka
When the British colonised Sri Lanka over two hundred years ago they introduced two...
The best beaches of Sri Lanka
No holiday to Sri Lanka would be complete without spending a lazy day or two relaxing on...
Adam’s Peak Pilgrimage Climb in Sri Lanka
Are you the adventurous type looking for a holiday that encompasses a personal...
Maha Sivaratri Sri Lankan Festival in 2017
With the celebration falling on the 13th night and 14th day of the Hindu month of...
Galle Music Festival 2017
The unique and exuberant Galle Music Festival is making its annual return in May 2017 –...
Sri Lanka National Kite Festival in June
Each year the Sri Lankan sky is awash with colour as the annual Sri Lanka National Kite...
The Arugam Bay Beach Festival in Sri Lanka
Routinely ranked as one of the best spots in the world for surfing, Arugam Bay is a...
Sri Lankan Sinhala and Tamil New Year 2017
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is a significant national holiday in Sri Lanka and is...
Sri Lanka’s wildlife calendar
If you’re looking to go on a wildlife adventure of a lifetime, you can’t go much wrong...
UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka
With an astounding eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites – more than Egypt with its ancient...
Sri Lanka, the best wildlife holiday destination in the world
It’s a bold claim, but one that is unmistakably true. Blessed with amazing...
Visit Sri Lanka’s Hill Country
Sri Lanka’s Hill Country boasts some of the most stunning scenery anywhere on the...
Celebrating 150 years of Sri Lankan tea!
2017 marks the 150 year anniversary of the birth of iconic tea plantations on the island...
This month’s Wanderlust Magazine – Sri Lanka: Bay of Bengal
This month’s Wanderlust Travel Magazine cover story takes their readers on a voyage of...
What our travellers have to say about Sri Lanka
We specialise in providing both pre-planned and tailor-made holidays to Sri Lanka and...
Ten pictures that will make you want to holiday in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is beautiful. We have selected a collection of ten pictures that will make you...
The month of the Sloth Bear
A sub-species of the Sloth Bear, the Sri Lankan Sloth Bear is a rare and highly...
Things to do in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo is the largest city in Sri Lanka and is an interesting mix of the old European...
Our 3 Sri Lankan holiday tips
A holiday to Sri Lanka is a once in a lifetime opportunity to explore a stunning island...
Five hidden cultural treasures of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a magnet for travellers looking to explore the finest cultural and historic...
Five hidden cultural treasures of Sri Lanka – part 2
We continue with our pick of five hidden cultural treasures of Sri Lanka, looking at the...
Stunning pics of The Cultural Triangle
An awe inspiring cluster of ancient cities, mysterious ruins and spectacular fortresses,...
Best month to visit Sri Lanka
We often get asked “when is the best month to visit Sri Lanka?” – A question without a...
Best month to visit Sri Lanka – part 2
In part 2 of answering “when is the best month to visit Sri Lanka?” we explore the...
A collection of Sri Lankan wildlife snaps
Sri Lanka is home to some of the most stunning wildlife found anywhere in the world....
Uncover the mysterious Forest Monastery of Ritigala!
Nestled away on the forested mountainside of Ritigala is a mysterious monastery, waiting...
Sri Lanka vs Thailand
When looking to book a holiday in the far-east we hear people asking about Sri Lanka vs...
Sri Lanka – The Ultimate Beach Holiday Destination
Sri Lanka - The Pearl of the Indian Ocean – is blessed with so many stunning white sand...
Amazing holiday photos of Sri Lanka’s Hill Country
The emerald hills of Sri Lanka’s Hill Country provide some of the most picturesque...
The amazing Buddhist temples of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has been the focal point of Buddhist teachings since the third century BC....
Top gear filming in Sri Lanka
The first look at Top Gear Series 26 was released a few days ago and has fans around the...
Looking forward to Esala Perahera in Kandy 2018
As this year’s dazzling Esala Perahera season draws to an end, we look forward to...
Sri Lanka – the ideal honeymoon destination
If you’re looking for an exotic, sun-kissed honeymoon destination with stunning scenery,...
Dolphin watching like nowhere else in the world
Sri Lanka proudly holds the title of the best place in the world for whale and dolphin...
Breathtakingly beautiful Sri Lankan beach photos
Sri Lanka is home to some of the most beautiful beaches found anywhere in the world. The...
Flame of the forest would come in to flower around mid
Flame of the forest would come in to flower around mid-April & the flowering season...
The Good Karma Hospital
The Good Karma Hospital is now in Series 2. The story is an uplifting drama that's...
Best holiday destinations 2018 | House & Garden
Pamela Goodwin, as the Travel Editor of House & Garden magazine and the magazine's...
Kandy Perahara
The Esala Perahera known as the best unpaid procession in Asia in Kandy is one of the...
England`s Cricket tour of Sri lanka
England Cricket team will visit Sri Lanka in October to play 3 tests, 5 one day...
Wildlife in Sri lanka
Every year, through August and September, up to 300 Asian elephants gather at Minneriya...
The People of Sri Lanka
The native people of a country can make or break a holiday, as talking to the locals,...
Monsoon in Srilanka
The North-east monsoon will be active in Sri lanka around November. This is not nearly...
Family holidays in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is stamping its mark as one of the prime family holiday destinations. It...
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