Whether you’re an absolute adrenaline-junkie or a little more on the cautious side, Bentota in Sri Lanka has you covered. Paramotoring and helicopters will help you take to the skies – without breaking the bank but with all of the fun! Though we’d unequivocally recommend giving both a shot, we’ll explain the differences between the two […]
Category Archives: Asia
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Apr
Apr
Sri Lanka is absolutely gorgeous. It’s wild and a little chaotic at times but undoubtedly stunning. With an abundance of culture, nature, and excitement, Sri Lanka plays host as the perfect holiday destination. Find out why we would recommend a visit to this striking island nation for practically everyone… 1. Diverse Scenery From white […]
Activities, Asia, Eco Tourism, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s Turtle Hatcheries: Why we arrived excited and left early & disappointed
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Apr
Apr
Both Nathan and I are suckers for sea creatures. From getting excited about spotting the tiniest little nudibranch whilst out on a dive to watching gigantic blue whales breach the surface of the ocean – we love it all. It makes sense then that when we decided to come to Sri Lanka, a visit to a […]
Accommodation, Adventure, Asia, Eco Tourism, Mid-Range, Sri Lanka
Adventure & Glamping in Sri Lanka – Not Your Average All-Inclusive!
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Mar
Mar
Sri Lanka is an amazing country. With so many amazing places to visit in Sri Lanka, it can be hard to figure out exactly where you just have to go, but luckily for you, we’ve narrowed down one absolute must-do for adventure seekers and nature lovers! An easy drive from Colombo you’ll find Borderlands, an […]
Accommodation, Asia, Destinations, Luxury, Reviews, Sri Lanka
Staying on a Working Sri Lankan Plantation – Horathapola Estate
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Mar
Mar
How many hotels do you know that would check you in at 5.30am, graciously welcoming you with a fresh coconut and showing you to your room (when you don’t officially check in until later that afternoon)? Prior to our visit to Sri Lanka, I would have said not one hotel would generally provide that level […]
Accommodation, Asia, Destinations, Itineraries, Sri Lanka
Plan Your Visit to Sri Lanka! Our Two Week Itinerary
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Mar
Mar
Is there any better feeling than that experienced the day or two before you head off on holiday? That feeling of excitement as you head off into the unknown, ready to soak up new sights, experiences and cultures. Sri Lanka’s not a place I ever thought I’d get to but later today we’ll be jetting […]
Activities, Asia, Eco Tourism, Hiking, Sri Lanka
Adam’s Peak: A Spiritual Awakening in Sri Lanka (with Amazing Views to Boot!)
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Mar
Mar
Adam’s Peak is a mountain located in central Sri Lanka (known locally as Sri Pada), the mountain is famed for the “sacred footprint”, though who the footprint belongs to will differ depending on your religion. Buddhists believe the footprint was left by Buddha, Hindus claim it belongs to Lord Shiva whilst Muslims and Christians consider it to […]
Accommodation, Activities, Asia, Back Packing, Destinations, Historical Sites, Itineraries, Sri Lanka, Travel
Finding Our Way Around Sri Lanka… A Nine Day Guide to Paradise
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Jan
Jan
Headed to Sri Lanka? If so, snuggle up on your sofa and dig into Sarah’s post – it will give you all the basics you need to plan your trip and then some! It’s a beauty of a post and will help ensure you maximise your time on this island paradise. Happy planning… I find sometimes the […]
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Nov
Nov
Kathmandu is such an exciting city – full of heart and a little chaotic – it’s surprisingly easy to fall in love with. Though we stayed in Thamel (along with every other tourist that’s ever visited Nepal), we got a sense for what this city had to offer right away and knew we wanted more so […]
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Nov
Nov
It’s funny how something as simple as walking through a city can change your perspective so significantly. India was amazing, eye-opening and at times confronting, but I’ve never experienced anything quite like our visit to the Slums of Delhi. Initially we were hesitant to visit the slums – the idea of walking though peoples homes […]
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Nov
Nov
There are some places I’ve always dreamed of visiting – but interesting enough, India was never particularly high on the list. It’s not that I didn’t want to visit (I’ll go almost anywhere) but there were a lot of other spots that appealed more for some reason. With a potential four day weekend on the […]
Activities, Adventure, Asia, Nepal, Pokhara
Bungee Jumping in Pokhara, Nepal – Everything You Need to Know for Your First Jump!
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Sep
Sep
“Once you have tasted flight, you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward, for there you have been, and there you will always long to return.” – Leonardo da Vinci. However you spell it – bungy or bungee, it’s one of those things that doesn’t really ever seem to get easier – no […]
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Sep
Sep
Occasionally you walk into a hotel as it instantly takes your breath away – the Pearl Palace Heritage is exactly one of those places. With each room thoughtfully themed and offering a different experience to the next, there’s no such thing as a ‘dud’ room at this hotel. Our suite, the Viceroy was modelled on British […]
24
Sep
Sep
There are few activities that make it to my bucket-list that don’t get ticked off almost right away but for some reason, though I’d wanted to paraglide for the longest time, I’d not managed to take to the air. Thankfully, that all changed when a friend and I visited Nepal recently! When we were in […]
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Sep
Sep
Pokhara, Nepal is known for many things – paragliding, trekking, its beautiful lake, the friendly Nepalese people that inhabit the little city and, as we recently found out, one of the loveliest little outdoor cinemas in the world; the Movie Garden. Where else in the world can you get freshly popped popcorn, snuggly seats and […]
Activities, Asia, Eco Tourism, India, Jaipur
Ethical Elephant Tourism in India? Absolutely – Elefantastic
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Sep
Sep
When thinking about India, few animals, if any, spring to mind faster than the majestic elephant. For centuries these beautiful creatures have been adored by Indian people and use in many different ways to support their way of life. Upon deciding to visit India with my friend, Tracey, we were both determined to hunt out […]
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Jun
Jun
Which are the best temples Angkor Wat has to offer? Is it possible to plan your own Angkor Wat day tour? Is a tour necessary? We answer all of these questions and more in the following guide to Cambodia’s most famous and striking tourist attraction. Not far from the gorgeous town of Siem Reap, Cambodia, […]
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