Judy’s Sri Lanka story is truly remarkable. Growing up in Ceylon, here she talks about her holiday with us to the country, revisiting her childhood haunts, the smells, the images, …
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On the 4th of February, 2015, Sri Lanka celebrated its 67th anniversary of independence. The fight for independence started soon after the colonisation in 1815 and the uprisings have dotted …
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I am therefore intrigued to see what will happen when the new compulsory seatbelt act becomes law in two months time.
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Across AsiaSri LankaSustainable TravelThe ETG Take On Travel
Tackling Over-Tourism In Sri Lanka’s Yala National Park
by Sam ClarkYala has long been famous for its leopards, but now over-tourism is ruining the park for wildlife and visitors alike. So, what can be done to protect Yala?
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Sri LankaYour Travel Story
Our ‘Nominate a Hero’ Winners head to Sri Lanka on a holiday of a lifetime!
by Matt BrazierWhat’s it like to win a holiday of a lifetime to Sri Lanka? Well Karen and Jess won our nominate a hero competition run during the height of the pandemic. …
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Covid 19’s impact on Travel has been well documented. James details the story of one particular individual from his recent Sri Lanka trip.
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Sri Lanka has so many things to experience that it can be a challenge to work out what is actually worth doing. To help you decide, I’ve listed my favourite …
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Curious to know when to try your favourite tropical fruits in Sri Lanka? Discover when you’ll get the best coconuts, mangoes, bananas and more, and how to best enjoy them.
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International sports tours are often associated with large, resort-like accommodation which has been bulk-bought by the supplier. However, at Experience Travel Group we believe in the importance of personalisation and …
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Since the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka, we have endeavoured to do all we can to support the island that we know and love so well. That is why, …
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As passionate promoters of small boutique hotels, which generally encompass the character and traditions of the country you are visiting, I’m very please to present my top 5 luxury hotels …
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Latest Travel News and Views from AsiaSri Lanka
Dates announced for England’s 2018 cricket tour to Sri Lanka
by Nick ClarkUPDATE: If you would like to know about England’s cricket tour to Sri Lanka 2020, please see this blog. Great news! The dates for the England Cricket Tour 2018 have been …
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Some people may be surprised to discover that one of the most famous films of all time, The Bridge On the River Kwai was filmed almost entirely in Sri Lanka, …
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Teardrop hotels feature some of our most popular boutique properties in Sri Lanka, including the stunning boutique heritage villa the Wallawwa. We’re incredibly excited about the recently opened Fort Bazaar, …
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Thushni is our wonderful experience manager which means she’s responsible for making sure all your needs are met whilst you’re on holiday in the country. Here she explains a little …
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Guest PostsLatest Travel News and Views from AsiaSri Lanka
Tri, Sri Lanka: A review by renowned travel writer Sarah Gilbert
Following the recent opening of Tri Resort, Southern Sri Lanka, we sent renowned journalist Sarah Gilbert to review her experience. From stunning architecture, to delicious food, she shares all of …
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We’ve recently launched a brand new Sri Lanka holiday all about the remarkable work of Geoffrey Bawa, one Asia’s most influential architects. This post sheds some light on who Bawa …
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Due to its geographical positioning, Sri Lanka has played host to travellers from around the world. And all of them have contributed to moulding the Sri Lanka we know today. …
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This week we are delighted to have Sidantha Kumara as our guest blogger. Sid is one of our finest guides – a fantastic guy who has taught us so much …
New Hotels in South & Southeast Asia – The Hotel Hub
Product Director, Melissa, provides her round-up of the most exciting new hotels in South and Southeast Asia. From luxury tented lodges in the wild to exclusive island beach resorts – …
Discover the similarities and differences between Kerala and Sri Lanka. Which one would better suit your holiday?
Learning about our ancestors can help us to get to the bottom of our identity; what has our family done, where have they lived and how does that influence ourselves …
ETG Traveller Dinah Jefferies’ book reaches Bestsellers List
Experience Travel Group would like to congratulate Dinah Jefferies on reaching the top of the Sunday Times Bestsellers List (paperback fiction), for her book ‘The Tea Planter’s Wife’