Sri Lanka offers endless exoticism. From historical towns to gorgeous, untouched beaches, it is the ultimate romantic, spiritual and experiential getaway
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Tree of life
Galle, Sri Lanka
In the heart of a private island retreat in Southern Province, Sri Lanka, stands an ancient cashew tree,...
Chamintha and Rajindra Jayasinghe
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Chamintha and Rajindra Jayasinghe of award-winning luxury experience makers Ayu in the Wild open up about just why...
Trunk call
Udawalawe, Sri Lanka
There are an estimated 7,500 wild elephants in Sri Lanka, but the best bet of getting up close...
Don’t miss the boat
East Coast, Sri Lanka
The east coast of Sri Lanka is home to some of the most beautiful beaches and best diving...
Dinesh Perera
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Travel and its culture-blending opportunities were always key inspirations for Colombo native Dinesh Perera. So he ditched a...
Colombo close up
Colombo, Sri Lanka
At large in Sri Lanka’s capital, OutThere’s Creative Director Martin Perry sees much that delights his eye. Geoffrey...
Shanjei Malraj Perumal
Galle, Sri Lanka
Zack Cahill meets up with experience leader Shanjei Malraj Perumal in Galle, Sri Lanka, to talk about life...
Finding nirvana
Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
A visit to two of Sri Lanka’s ancient sites, the enigmatic ruins on the rocky outcrop of Sigiriya...
Sri Lanka hotel and resort reviews
Amanwella
Tangalle, Sri Lanka
The Amanwella, a super-luxury resort, sits among 37 acres of coconut trees next to a picture-perfect crescent of...
Shangri-La Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka
From our Executive Suite at the Shangri-La Hotel Colombo, high above the streets of the capital, we could...
Amangalla
Galle, Sri Lanka
Originally built in 1684 as the local headquarters of the Dutch colonists, the Amangalla was first converted into...
Kaju Green
Galle, Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan sustainable eco-luxury at its best, Kaju Green is hidden away in a jungle setting on a...
Mövenpick Hotel Colombo
Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Mövenpick Hotel Colombo, while primarily the city’s go-to for business travellers, offers holidaymakers to the Sri Lankan...
Cape Weligama
Weligama, Sri Lanka
Easily one of the country’s most celebrated resorts, Cape Weligama is set in twelve beautiful acres on a...
Taylors Hill Boutique Hotel
Deltota, Sri Lanka
James Taylor, one of Sri Lanka’s earliest tea planters, had his Loolecondera factory near here, so Taylors Hill...
Clingendael
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Set high in the hills on verdant land near the Victoria Golf and Country Resort, Clingendael is perfect...
Shangri-La Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa,
Ambalantota, Sri Lanka
Overlooking the pristine southern coast, the Shangri-La Hambantota, a member of the luxurious, global Shangri-La hotel group is...
Tri
Galle, Sri Lanka
Tri, an intimate, luxury boutique hotel on the shores of Koggala Lake is within easy access of the...
Ceylon Tea Trails
Hatton, Sri Lanka
This stunning heritage property is the first-ever Relais & Châteaux resort in Sri Lanka. Comprising four bungalows built...
Kahanda Kanda
Galle, Sri Lanka
Set on a 12-acre tea plantation high on a hilltop, Kahanda Kanda is a very unique and spellbinding...
Taj Samudra
Colombo, Sri Lanka
The Taj Samudra, part of the East Asian super-luxe chain – Taj Hotels – known for inimitable hospitality...
Mahasen by Foozoo
Colombo, Sri Lanka
This haven for OutThere travellers offers easy access to the city, as well as an opportunity to get...
Fort Bazaar
Galle, Sri Lanka
As they say in Galle – or anywhere in the world, in fact – “location is everything”. That’s...
The Sun House
Galle, Sri Lanka
Just outside the fort city of Galle, we were transported back in time somewhat to a small, boutique...
Dambale Boutique Chalets
Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Dambale is a lodge resort located on the edge of a sprawling teak estate. It is set up...