Taking your first solo trip is a rite of passage for a traveler. It gives you a chance to step outside of your comfort zone, deepen your sense of empowerment and independence, and spend your time exactly how you want. But once you’ve summoned up the bravery to take a solo adventure, you’re faced with a big […]

Traveling the world sounds expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. Vacationing can quickly add up with expenses like airfare, luxury hotels, fancy dinners and expensive excursions. With the getaways in this guide, airfare is going to be the biggest hurdle to overcome. All of these places have inexpensive hotel nightly rates that become even cheaper […]

Aitken Spence Travels, the foremost destination management company in Sri Lanka, welcomed the inaugural special flight from Uzbekistan for the Winter 2023/24 season to the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) recently. Operated by ‘Uzbekistan Airways’, the national career of Uzbekistan, the flight brought nearly 200 Uzbeck holidaymakers to Sri Lanka. Throughout their stay, the visitors […]

Sheraton Hotels and Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, has opened its latest property the Sheraton Colombo Hotel, which is the second  Sheraton hotel to open in Sri Lanka. Featuring elements from the brand’s new vision of fostering community, the 320-room hotel seamlessly integrates Colombo’s vibrant spirit and cultural richness […]

Mist-covered hills, serene tea plantations, treks in the forests, and stunning train journeys… the charming little town of Ella in Sri Lanka is perfect for a tranquil holiday Known as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” Sri Lanka boasts breathtaking landscapes, rich culture, and warm hospitality. From the biodiverse rainforests of Kandy, to scenic driving routes, and […]

A new wave of creativity has followed the surfers and yogis to the reef breaks, coconut plantations and Buddhist monasteries of Sri Lanka’s south coast We are on different planes, me and them, perhaps even different planets: Land and Sea, Stillness and Speed. On a grassy bluff at the southern tip of Sri Lanka, I clasp […]

When you think of solo travelers, you may imagine young people fresh out of college backpacking their way around the globe as cheaply as possible. But that is no longer the whole story – the latest trends in solo travel show that the largest group is now actually people aged between 30 and 45, with women making up […]

Indian Ocean idyll Sri Lanka is on every long-haul tour operator’s hot list and, as demand intensifies, more hotels are opening in unexpected areas. From Uga Riva, a boutique hotel in an old manor house that once welcomed Gandhi, to Kayaam House on a stretch of golden beach in Tangalle and the luxe villas of […]

Sri Lanka welcomed over 210,352 visitors in the month of December, propelling the year-to-date (YTD) figures to 1,487,303. Source: SLTDA From http://travelandtourslk.blogspot.com/

Aitken Spence Travels, yesterday celebrated the arrival of the first Bulgarian charter flight for the Winter 2023/24 season at the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA).  Operated by ‘Bulgaria Air,’ the flight brought over 200 enthusiastic holidaymakers eager to explore the wonders of Sri Lanka. Throughout their stay, the visitors will embark on round tours, immersing […]

Sri Lanka Just a short flight away from India, Sri Lanka invites you to its tropical haven. Featuring a myriad of attractions, from ancient ruins to untouched beaches, Sri Lanka appeals to every traveler’s preferences. If you want a budget-friendly trip, plan your vacation during the dry season from December to April, when the island […]

Adam’s Peak Adam’s Peak is a sacred pilgrimage site with stunning views. The hike to the summit is 5.5 km long, with steep sections. At the top is the revered “Sacred Footprint” and a breathtaking sunrise. Adam’s PeakShutterstock Ella Rock Located near Ella, this hike offers stunning views of the Ella Gap and the surrounding […]