Sri Lanka
Corinthian Travel Launches ‘Ultimate Sri Lanka - by Helicopter’
Independent specialist Corinthian Travel has introduced a new trip to Sri Lanka which offers a view of the island like no other – by helicopter!
Colombo's top ten
How much do you really know about Sri Lanka's capital city Colombo? Since 2009 – the culmination of the island's long-running civil war – Colombo has come on leaps and bounds.
Incredible, immersive wildlife safaris with a difference
A collection of new, exclusive safaris has been launched, giving wildlife enthusiasts the rare opportunity to be right at the heart of some of nature's great events, from snorkelling with migratory blue whales to floating among grizzly bears as they feast on the great salmon run.
See the real Asia with Asian Explorations
Featuring Bhutan, Borneo, Burma, India, The Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka, Asian Explorations’ holidays stand out from the crowd. With excellence, exclusivity and experience at the heart of everything Asian Explorations does, anything is possible.
Epic New Year challenges with Discover Adventure
Make 2014 a year to remember by taking on an unforgettable trekking or cycling challenge with Discover Adventure. Celebrating its 20th anniversary next year, the specialist tour operator is offering even more new, unique and thrill-seeking itineraries than ever before.
Fleewinter says ‘I Do’ in Sri Lanka
Fleewinter has introduced wedding packages to its rapidly growing portfolio of holidays to Sri Lanka. There are three different places in which to say ‘I do’ – with options of beach or tea plantations – and a wide choice of type of service: Christian, Muslim, Hindu, non-religious registrar or a traditional and colourful Buddhist ceremony.
Emirates to increase flights to Colombo from 30th June
Emirates will increase capacity on its services to Colombo from 30th June 2013, with the addition of three more flights per week, the airline has announced.
Sloth Bears of Sri Lanka prepare to feast in Yala National Park
Sri Lanka’s Yala National Park can proudly claim some of the most awe-inspiring leopard sightings in the world, but it’s not just the big cats that prove reason to explore this wild and fascinating corner of the country.
Chocolate and honey detox decadence for two with champagne
Experience our deliciously decadent yet health inspired hand blended body treatments using natural unadulterated ingredients of chocolate, bee honey, Sri Lanka red rice and refreshing cucumber.
New Sri Lanka flights from Gatwick
British Airways is launching a new route to Sri Lanka from Gatwick next year.
Hotels under £100 for every occasion
Specialising in handpicked independent hotels in Sri Lanka, India and Zambia, founder of new website hotelsunder100.co.uk, Philippa Kaye, has highlighted her top picks for different occasions.
Pack your trunk and party with the elephants
Sri Lanka is well known for both its elephants and festivals but few people know that the festival of Esala Perahera in Kandy coincides with the Elephant Gathering in the Minneriya National Park.
Christmas here again already - surely not!?
Is it too early to be planning Christmas holidays? Not at all! Now is the time to book before all the airline seats are taken, and hotel space becomes difficult.
New Champagne Bar at Reef Villa & Spa Sri Lanka
Set in the Main House and to the background sound of the water fountains, the parrots in the araliya trees and the giant garoupa coming up for air in the lily ponds, guests may now relax in the Main House on the verandas or the colonial traditionally woven cane furniture at Reef’s new Champagne Bar.
Spend a week de-toxing at Ulpotha, Sri Lanka
Fleewinter offers the chance to visit Ulpotha, a unique and pioneering project in Sri Lanka, aimed at yoga enthusiasts and nature lovers.