Dear traveler, I hope you are enjoying your vacation/trip/time on the road. I know it is wonderful to be amazed by sights, get lost in the crowd and feel the nature. It is indeed a great pleasure and a privilege. I know the feeling when you get a lot of likes to your picture on Facebook, hearts in Instagram and people view you as a travel expert. In my case, I haven’t travelled much, but...
Rock Climbing at Climb Lanka: Hang on to your Hands
Rock Climbing, a relatively new activity for Sri Lankans. It is a mentally and physically demanding activity that tests you. But the beauty of it is that anyone can engage in this activity without investing a lot. Do you remember the feeling of doing something for the first time? Riding a bicycle, surfing, first solo trip or the first time you did something that you love. Rock Climbing gave me...
Kalpitiya Beach Camping – A Beginner’s Guide
Beach Camping, a cliché yet something that I have never tried. With wanderlust in my mind, I set my soul to step on the sandy beaches of Kalpitiya. Preparations There are few things that one must consider when it comes to beach camping depending on the season. 1. Rain 2. Wind 3. Sand So it is important to carry a tent that is waterproof (well one without any leaks). The next concern is heavy wind...
A Long Walk – Guide to The Devil’s Staircase
When I looked into the distance it felt like infinity where the sky and lands met. I was lost in the beauty of Mother Nature as the mountain range blended with the sky and the perfect clouds made it look mesmerizing. The Devil’s Staircase is famous for its beauty throughout the trek and the attractions surrounding it such as Bambarakanda Falls, Lanka Ella and Yalhapana Ella. Yet it has a...
Kandy The Sri Lankan Last Kingdom
Kandy reminds us about the Temple of the Tooth and the magical festive season of Asela Perahera. Yet there are gems hidden within Kandy which often goes unnoticed even by the residents. Misty Mornings Walk around the Bogambara Lake. Early morning walk or a run around Bogambara Lake is the best way to start the day. The scenic view of the “Temple of Tooth” is enough to energize your...
13 Reasons Why You should not travel around Sri Lanka.
With its most scenic landscapes to diverse culture, Sri Lanka is one of those destinations that you should not simply decide to just walking into. 1- Starting with Railways with trains that don’t have air conditioning. That’s right, these trains are so advanced that it lets you feel the breeze that blows through the mountains. 2- There are many mountains to climb and landscapes are so...