Sri Lanka was without a doubt one of my favorite destinations in Asia. With all of the legends I’d heard of surfing, elephant safaris, and ruins of ancient kingdoms, my desire to travel was very piqued. Unfortunately, this was all word of mouth from backpacking travelers and I’d heard little else positive in the media … Read more
Leading up to my recent Sri Lanka adventure, I was worried about everything from mosquitoes, to how I would tote my surfboard around, to how to pick the essential sites. Lucky for me, Sri Lanka is one of those destinations that practically plans itself. Lucky for you, these 11 Sri Lanka travel tips will start … Read more
Knowing what to pack for Sri Lanka is one of the most important questions for travelers planning to wander the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”. Though I can pretty much guarantee you will be fine no matter what you take, there is a handful items to add your Sri Lanka packing list to stay warm, … Read more
The adventure of experiencing Sri Lanka is one of a kind and easily worth the hours of research, preparation, and flying to reach this island paradise. Unfortunately, the foreignness of Sri Lanka can be a turnoff for many westerners. Logistics like understanding the necessary vaccinations for Sri Lanka, travel insurance, how to handle food and … Read more
Sri Lanka is an island paradise where the beaches are welcoming, the ruins are magnificent, and the wildlife abounds. However, for the new wanderer or traveler with a tight timeline, packing in the essential experiences of Sri Lanka smoothly and easily can be a hefty task. Luckily, there are plenty of Sri Lanka budget tours … Read more
Sri Lanka is a budget travel and backpacking paradise, with convenient and easy transportation, amazing nature, and countless experiences within an 8-hour ride. Your Sri Lanka budget can include your own Tuk Tuk, western meals, a private room, and plenty of adventure for well under $50. For those on a tighter budget, will to enjoy … Read more
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
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