From British colony to island paradise
Ten years on from the tsunami that devastated the island's low-lying coastal communities, the Sri Lankan people's resilience and warmth is touching.
The hidden jewels of Sri Lanka
Elegant villas dot Sri Lanka's jungle and coast, writes Belinda Jackson.
Sri Lanka: After the war is over
Colombo is charming new generations of Asian travellers, writes Anthony Dennis.
Two-hundred-metre high rock: Asia's own version of Uluru
Sri Lanka's Sigiriya Rock sits lordly and alone and inevitably brings Uluru to mind.
A holiday destination halfway between Britain and Australia?
We seven siblings are spread between the UK and Australasia. Where would be best to meet up in the middle?
Sri Lanka's stunning waterfront hotel
The waterfront hotel that pulls in diplomats, movie stars and travellers.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort review, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has lagged well behind in luxury resort accommodation but the Anantara is a big leap in the right direction.
Lessons learned the easy way
Thatched huts line the wide, sandy beach offering surf lessons and surfboard hire as well as other water sports.
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Mysteriously untouched by tourism, Sri Lanka ticks all boxes on a traveller's checklist. Picture riding ruby-red trains that chug through luminescent-green tea plantations; palm trees jutting over dazzling white beaches while stilt fisherman ply their trade undisturbed from the shallows; magnificent 2000-plus years UNESCO ruins begging exploration, and a singular, spectacular cuisine. Don't think. Just go.
