The Travellers blog
Guides, tips and inspiration for your next journey — written by people who plan trips for a living.
Visa & EntryA USA Visa for Sri Lankans: Timelines, Docs, and What Actually Matters
The US visa journey from Sri Lanka is long but straightforward if you prepare early and understand what consular officers actually assess.
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AviationSriLankan Airlines' Numbers Slid, But Tourism Recovery Is Real
Despite record tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka, SriLankan Airlines reported a loss in October 2024—a signal of deeper industry pressures.
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AviationDirect Bengaluru to Colombo Just Got Easier: SriLankan's New Daytime Route
From 31 October 2024, SriLankan Airlines added daytime flights between Bengaluru and Colombo, lifting weekly frequency and targeting short-trip travellers.
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InspirationHoneymoon in Sri Lanka: Romance Without the Resort Cliché
Ignore the generic island-resort template—Sri Lanka's best honeymoon moves mix scenery, solitude, and actual local flavor.
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InspirationSolo Travel in Sri Lanka: Safety, Solitude, and Serendipity
Travelling alone in Sri Lanka is safe and rewarding—here's how to stay comfortable, meet people, and know when to say no.
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Visa & EntryFree Visas for 35 Nations: Sri Lanka's Welcome Is Genuine (For Now)
From 1 October 2024, Sri Lanka opened free 30-day tourist visas to nationals of 35 countries including the US, UK, EU, and China.
ReadVisa & EntrySri Lanka's ETA Portal Is Back: Apply Online Before You Travel
From 26 September 2024, tourists and business travellers can apply for Sri Lankan visas online instead of at borders or embassies.
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DestinationsSingapore Stopover: Gardens, Hawker Stalls, and Two-Hour Escapes
A few hours in Singapore feels rushed until you know which neighborhoods unfold on foot—and they're all close together.
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DestinationsThe Dubai Stopover: Gold, Dunes, and Souk Logic
A 12–24 hour layover in Dubai can be more than airport time—here's what fits and what doesn't.
ReadTravel tipsArriving at Colombo Bandaranaike: Getting From Gate to City
Navigating CMB? Here's the unadorned reality: ATMs work, taxis are negotiable, and the airport's closer to the city than it looks.
ReadTravel tipsPack Smart for Sri Lanka: A Checklist for Warm Weather and Surprises
Humidity and rain are givens on the island—here's what actually makes packing easy and what tourists always regret forgetting.
ReadDestinationsChasing Seasons: When to Explore Each Corner of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's monsoons shape travel differently by region—understand the pattern and you'll catch each destination at its best.
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