Sri Lanka Travel Guide

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Sri Lanka Travel Guide Overview

Sri Lanka has long been popular with travelers. Maybe it's the tropical rainforests, the pristine beaches, or the ancient and rich cultural heritage, but Sri Lanka is as close as it comes to successfully blending an isolated island paradise with the sights and sounds of a big city. If only it weren't for all that governmental instability and violence, this would be the perfect travel destination.

What to do

Sri Lanka is located off the south east coast of India, at a Latitude where the sun shines almost year round and the climate remains toasty and warm. As a result, the most popular activity in Sri Lanka for tourists is lounging around. Beaches are a big draw and no matter how you feel about spending your vacation immobile on the sand, you should see them so you understand what all the fuss is about.

After a day in the ocean, you'll be primed for a day exploring ancient ruins, tea plantations and seeing other beautiful scenery inland on the rest of the island.

Getting there

Flights to Sri Lanka arrive from all over the world and direct flights are available from almost anywhere closer than North America. There are no ferries from Sri Lanka to India, although both governments announce plans to develop one ever few years.

Where to stay

Sri Lanka's tourism industry is quite well established. Resorts and hotels surpass international travel standards and depending on what you want to pay, you can find a room to fit your budget or to fit your wildest dreams. You can find hostels in every major city and fit in as part of the hospitality industry that pumps tourist dollars into the Sri Lankan economy.

You can never know too much about your trip, so if you're looking for more information, check out the message boards and some of the travel articles that have been written about Sri Lanka.