The Travellers blog
Guides, tips and inspiration for your next journey — written by people who plan trips for a living.
Travel tipsCabin Class Decoded: Economy, Business, and What Each Offers
Not sure what you're paying for when you book premium? Here's what cabin classes actually include.
ReadTravel tipsUnpack the Mystery: What Your Airline Baggage Allowance Really Means
Carry-on versus checked, weight versus dimensions, fees—here's how to pack without surprises.
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Visa & EntrySri Lanka Launches Visa-Free Travel for Seven Countries
As of November 27, nationals from China, India, Indonesia, Russia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Japan can enter Sri Lanka visa-free.
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InspirationPlan Your Year-End Escape: Holiday Travel in the Peak Season
Booking Christmas and New Year travel? Here's what to know about timing, planning windows, and avoiding the chaos.
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InspirationVesak Season Travel: Culture, Crowds & How to Plan
Vesak is sacred to millions—here's how to travel respectfully and plan around Sri Lanka's busiest season.
ReadAviationIndiGo's Hyderabad Route Is Live: Direct Flights, New Possibilities
Direct flights to Hyderabad are now operating—here's what opens up for Sri Lankan travellers.
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DestinationsWhale Watching in Mirissa: Timing, Safety & Ethical Choices
Mirissa's whale season is magical, but preparation and ethical tour selection separate great trips from chaotic ones.
ReadDestinationsGalle Fort: History, Walls & Sunset Walks
This 17th-century fortress is part museum, part living town—a guide to exploring it right.
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DestinationsElla & the Nine Arches Bridge: Highlands Gem Guide
Misty mountains, iconic train bridge, tea plantations—here's how to actually explore Ella.
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DestinationsYala National Park Safari: Plan Your Wildlife Adventure Properly
Yala is magical, but timing, the right guide, and realistic expectations make it unforgettable.
ReadTourism UpdateSri Lanka Crosses 1 Million Tourists in 2023: What It Means
A tourism milestone signals recovery—and why travellers should care about their island's trajectory.
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AviationIndiGo Launches Direct Hyderabad–Colombo Flights
New direct flights to India's tech hub open doors to India and beyond—here's why it matters.
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