Carlos Grider 
When planning your travel to Sri Lanka, when to go matters quite a bit. The Sri Lanka monsoon season manages to shut down tourism in the affected areas leaving often busy summer destinations as near ghost towns with choppy seas. So, to answer a commonly asked question, the best time to visit Sri Lanka depends … Read more
If you’re interested in a Tuk-Tuk rental, Sri Lanka is the best place for your three-wheeled adventure. For travelers that have visited Asia and been taxi’ed around by the little three-wheeled go-carts called “Tuk-Tuks”, there is a feeling of adventure attached to the sight of them. When you see a Tuk-Tuk, 9 times out of … Read more
Great content coming soon about wandering Sri Lanka by Tuk Tuk! Experiencing the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” by three wheels in three weeks was an amazing experience – surfing, trekking, exploring, hanging with elephants, and so much more! three weeks was an amazing experience – surfing, trekking, exploring, hanging with elephants, and so much … Read more
With this Sri Lanka Itinerary, 3 weeks is enough to experience the best that the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean” has to offer. From surfing & chilling on at the beach, to elephant and leopard filled Sri Lanka safaris, to scenic tuk tuk and train rides through the cool highlands of tea country and 2,000 … Read more
Few places will leave all travelers in awe delivering that perfect balance of exotic culture, robust history, complex current events, and a delightfuly mellow experience the way the Hashimite Kingdom of Jordan will – and it’s possible to experience all of Jordan in 4 days. From Petra by day and night to dining with the … Read more
Hey! I’m Carlos, the traveler behind A Brother Abroad. Welcome to your key to traveling the world with limited time and budgets for max adventure If you seek to travel the world, to uncommon destinations and for adventurously uncommon experiences, this site is for you. My belief in how to help you travel more adventurously … Read more
Traveling around the world is always more amazing and exciting than expected, but whether you’re heading to Europe, Southeast Asia, or South America, keeping your whole life in a backpack organized can be more exciting than we’d like. This list of the best packing cubes for backpacking and adventurous travel has the perfect solution to … Read more
Rick Steve’s and the “Rick Steve’s Packing List” are legendary, nearly perfect for lightweight, minimalist travel – making your travels more enjoyable by taking only what’s necessary and leaving the extras (and your worries) behind. Unfortunately, Rick Steve specializes in travel to Western Europe, a predictable bit of civilization where things aren’t likely to get … Read more
Scoring uncrowded surf spots on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast can be a rarity, but if you’re aware of the Midigama surf spots, its easier than you think. “Midigama is what Hikkadua was in the 70’s and now lacks”. Plenty of breaks for all levels are always pumping, and plenty of hidden ones turn on with … Read more
Learn to surf is a bucket list worthy adventure and the Sri Lanka surf camps scene offers the chance to learn to surf, for cheap, in unbelievably warm water and on fun, plentiful surf breaks. But with all of the legendary surf spots, like Hikkaduwa and Arugam Bay, and 30+ Sri great surf schools across … Read more