We put off climbing Sigiriya with kids until they were 11 and 9. Why? Because we'd climbed Sigiriya rock fortress twice before, without kids and knew exactly what to expect up there. We knew that the steps weren't the most child friendly in the world and that there were a few other issues to consider too. We waited and we were glad that we did. Our boys enjoyed their Sigiriya … [Read more...]
Highlights of Sri Lanka, for Families
Sri Lanka is an amazing place to take your kids. This magical island combines low prices, friendly people, stunning coastline and a wealth of cultural and wildlife experiences. After months exploring Sri Lanka, these are our, and our kids', recommendations for highlights of Sri Lanka for families. Finding family accommodation in Sri Lanka is fairly straightforward but a peak … [Read more...]
Sri Lanka Beaches. Which to Choose?
We've posted extensively about travel in Sri Lanka, where to go, how to go, what to do, but we need a post on Sri Lanka beaches to complete the set. Sri Lanka is surrounded by beaches, there are literally hundreds of places to take a beach holiday, from our favourite, Mirissa Beach, to the popular Golden Mile south of Columbo, to the somewhat undiscovered beaches of the east … [Read more...]
Jaffna Sri Lanka, Complete Travel Guide
Our last month in Sri Lanka was all about getting to Jaffna, this almost newly open destination was top of our wish list and after many years exploring south and central Sri Lanka, we had to get to the far north of the island. We finally made it. Jaffna Sri Lanka doesn't disappoint in any way, getting there was easy and there are some amazing things to see and do. So what is … [Read more...]
Kandy to Anuradhapura
Why go to Sri Lanka' s second ancient city, Anuradhapura? It's a long way north and getting to Anuradhapura ( for us, from Kandy) can be a challenge. For me it was all about a sacred tree. 2500 years ago, or thereabouts, Prince Siddhartha Gautama sat under the Bodhi ( Bo ) tree, and meditated. He cleansed his mind and attained enlightenment, thus earning the title Buddha, the … [Read more...]
Things to Do in Galle Sri Lanka
As you'd expect from one of Sri Lanka's major cities, things to do in Galle are numerous and diverse. However, a day visit or a longer stay in Galle needn't have a city feel at all. Galle's Dutch colonial fort lies on the south coast, a stunning setting with ocean views to three sides. Within its walls renovations and development has seen the growth of boutique hotels and … [Read more...]
Best Places To Visit in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is one of the most beautiful and culturally rich places on the planet. It's one of my personal favourites of the 50+ countries we've visited and I can't recommend it highly enough for your long-term travel or holiday vacation. This post deals with best places to visit in Sri Lanka, the best attractions and historic sites. We have a Sri Lanka travel home page that can … [Read more...]
Things to do in Kandy Sri Lanka
When you think of things to do in Kandy the big-ticket attractions are what probably come to mind, places like the Temple of The Tooth and the Botanical Gardens are world famous. But there are plenty of other things to do in Kandy Sri Lanka, some of them free, that we'll share with you here. Just exploring Kandy on foot, walking around the lake, popping into temples and … [Read more...]
Little Adam’s Peak Sri Lanka
If you know Sri Lanka you'll know all about Adam's Peak but you may not have heard of Little Adam's Peak ( aka Mini Adam's Peak or Small Adam's Peak) in Ella. The full size Adams Peak is a 2,243m mountain in the centre of Sri Lanka. It's famous as a pilgrimage site and as a really great walk. Traditionally pilgrims and walkers make the ascent of Adam's Peak at night, arriving … [Read more...]
Mirissa Beach Sri Lanka (Paradise Found!)
From now on, when people ask me where to stay in Sri Lanka, I'll tell them Mirissa Beach. I think I've found my Paradise, my happy place. Sri Lanka on the whole brings me enormous joy, but the little beach village of Mirissa is, I think, as near to perfect as I'll ever find. After months spent in Sri Lanka, over many years, Mirissa Beach is the place we keep coming back to. … [Read more...]
