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I wouldn’t change my Sri Lanka plans because of the terror attacks
Wasantha, the forest officer who hosted us in Nuwara Eliya I had made a friend in Sri Lanka through Orkut, the most popular social networking site of the time. When I decided to visit Sri Lanka in 2012, both of us were equally excited that we would meet for the first time. Kanchana had been to India on several occasions and had told me: “You will find the people in Sri Lanka same as Indians. Only warmer.” After my trip to the island nation, I…
How to get a Sri Lanka travel permit
I was in Sri Lanka a few months ago for a week of solo travelling and it sure was an incredible experience. Sri Lanka is a gorgeous island replete with stunning natural beauty, vibrant, colourful people and remarkable gastronomic delights. The best part, however, is that you don’t have to spend a fortune to vacation there. For a budget traveller looking to get lost in the midst of the sun and sand, mountains and forests, Sri Lanka is an…
Easter attack could ruin Sri Lanka’s tourism dept targets
Sri Lanka is a beautiful country and it’s train rides are spectacular experiences. Colombo/Kolkata (TAN): The travel industry is bracing for the impact of the horrific attack in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo and Negombo, where the airport is located, on Easter Sunday. The island nation had welcomed 2.1 million tourists in 2017 and had set the target to double that number this year. To that effect, it had announced to offer free visas to citizens…
Don’t go to Sri Lanka unless essential, India advises its citizens
…The Indian government has advised citizens “not to undertake non-essential travel” to Sri Lanka in the aftermath of the April 21 terror attacks that left hundreds dead on the island nation. India is a huge tourism market for Sri Lanka. “The government of Sri Lanka has beefed up the security in the country. A nation-wide emergency including night-time curfew is in place at present which may also affect travel within Sri Lanka,” a statement by…
Sri Lanka waives visa fees in low rainy season
Orwa, a traditional Sri Lankan boat Colombo (TAN): Sri Lanka is set to offer free visas to citizens of more than 30 countries, including the US, UK, European Union and Thailand in an effort to attract tourists during the low Yala monsoon season. “We will start granting a free visa period for six months from 1 May 2019 for some selected countries during our off-peak period,” The Independent quoted the country’s tourism minister John Amaratunga…
Air India announces Delhi-Colombo flight
Orwa, a Sri Lankan traditional boat June 3 (TravelAndy): India’s flagship carrier Air India will start operating direct flights between New Delhi and the Sri Lankan capital of Colombo from June 15. All-inclusive return airfares will start from INR15,555, the airline said. Except Wednesdays, the flight will depart every day at noon and reach Colombo at 3.35pm. On Wednesdays, it will depart at 1.30pm and arrive in the Sri Lankan capital at…
10 countries offering visa on arrival for Indians
…c Travel Authorization after you land on this beautiful island in the Indian ocean, but I’d rather get it done online beforehand. It saves time and costs less that way. Click here for everything you need to know on the Sri Lanka ETA. Jordan The two most prominent images that come to mind with the mention of Jordan are Petra and the Dead Sea. Jordan liberalised the visa process for Indian nationals from November 2009. You can get further…
Kolkata-Colombo direct flight from June 17
…from around INR15,500, which is cheaper than other travel options on this route. “We are playing a crucial role in supporting regional connectivity as well as the growth of tourism and trade in the region,” said Mihin Lanka head of commercial Rohana Perera. Mihin Lanka was launched in 2007. It currently flies to several destinations in the Indian subcontinent, the middle east and South East Asia. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share…
How to have the local experience
…rience a place. So, I always make it a point to try the local specialties. Try the sfilacci di cavallo and carbonara when in Rome, the quiche lorraine in France, the vada pao in Mumbai, the rosogolla in Kolkata, the pittu in Sri Lanka and the pad Thai in Thailand. 7. Learn a few words of the local language: You may be far from fluent, but the local people will certainly appreciate your efforts and they will be more interested in you having a…
Vegetarian delicacies from around the world
…d laced with olive oil and lemon juice. Warning (for Indian vegetarians): May contain crushed garlic. Kiribath (Sri Lanka) Rice boiled with coconut milk, cooled and cut into diamonds.Usually served with lunu miris, the fiery Sri Lankan sambal. Warning: A vegetarian dish on its own but may be served with non-vegetarian sides. Lunu miris contains onions but can be substituted with plain chili sambal. Rajas Poblanas (Mexico) Slices of Poblanas…
First pilgrimage train chugs out of Amritsar
…odate 1,080 passengers. During the trip, the pilgrims will be provided with food, accommodation and transportation free of cost. Seven more trains are scheduled to start run this January to Nanded Sahib from Maur (Bathinda), Sri Anandpur Sahib, Tarn Taran, Patiala, Batala (Gurdaspur), Sri Muktsar Sahib and Beas. The first pilgrimage train is scheduled return on January 6. This initiative is a part of Punjab government’s populist Mukh…
Gulf Air starts Bahrain-Colombo direct flights
January 21 (TravelAndy): Bahrain’s flagship carrier Gulf Air has started direct flights to the Sri Lankan capital Colombo. According to an official statement, the airline will operate five flights a week on this route. Following is the schedule of flights as mentioned by Gulf Air. “We expect our newest destination to further enhance Gulf Air’s network, in line with our business strategy to provide strong business and tourism links to the…