The Travellers blog
Guides, tips and inspiration for your next journey — written by people who plan trips for a living.
Travel tipsFly Smart from Colombo: Budget Flying Tips That Actually Work
Flexible dates, early bookings, airline choice—here's how to find cheaper flights from Sri Lanka.
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Tourism UpdateFebruary Proves It: Sri Lanka's Tourism Recovery Is Real
218,350 tourists arrived in February 2024, with Russia leading the source markets.
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Destinations48 Hours in Dubai: The Stopover Strategy for Sri Lankan Travellers
Dubai is a convenient hub between Colombo and Europe—here's how to make a stopover count.
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Travel tipsNavigate CMB Like a Local: Your Colombo Airport Survival Guide
Bandaranaike International is your gateway—here's what to expect and how to move smoothly.
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Visa & EntryUK Opens the Gate: ETA Now Available for Six Gulf Nations
The UK's Electronic Travel Authorization expanded February 1 to include Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
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DestinationsTiming Matters: Best Seasons to Visit Each Corner of Sri Lanka
Monsoons, dry seasons, and crowds shift throughout the year—here's when each region shines.
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DestinationsTea Country Calling: Your Guide to Nuwara Eliya and the Highlands
Cool air, rolling tea plantations, colonial charm—Nuwara Eliya is Sri Lanka's hill-country heart.
ReadTravel tipsCarry Cash Smart: Money Tips for Travellers Heading Abroad
Exchange rates, card fees, ATMs, local currency—here's how to avoid losing money to fees.
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Travel tipsBefore You Go: Travel Insurance 101 for International Trips
Medical bills abroad can be crushing. Here's what travel insurance covers and why you need it.
ReadTourism UpdateStrong Finish: Sri Lanka Welcomes 1.49 Million Tourists in 2023
2023 marked a recovery milestone for Sri Lankan tourism—with December leading the charge.
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DestinationsMalaysia on the Map: A First-Timer's Guide from Sri Lanka
Kuala Lumpur, the Petronas Towers, beaches, street food—here's how to make the most of a Malaysian trip.
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DestinationsThailand in December: Your Essential Getaway Playbook
December is peak season in Thailand—here's what to pack, where to go, and how to move around.
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