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The Ultimate Sri Lanka Honeymoon Guide

by Fritzjames Stephen Posted on
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Navigate the path to the perfect honeymoon with this guide. From cultural escapades to serene beaches, make your Sri Lankan honeymoon an experience to remember.

Relax on Mirissa’s Golden Shores

Head south to Mirissa for a taste of tropical tranquility. Sink your toes into the golden sands of Mirissa Beach, renowned for its picturesque sunsets. Whether lounging in a beachside cabana or exploring the vibrant marine life through whale watching, Mirissa offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Adventure Amidst Tea Plantations in Ella

Escape to Ella’s lush landscapes and tea plantations for a romantic retreat. Hike to Ella Rock for panoramic views, wander through the tea estates, and unwind in charming homestays. Ella provides a serene escape amidst nature’s beauty.

Explore Cultural Riches in Kandy

Begin your journey in Kandy, where cultural treasures unfold. Visit the Temple of the Tooth, an iconic site housing a sacred relic of Buddha. Take a stroll around Kandy Lake, located approximately an hour’s drive from Hunas Falls Hotel Kandy, and witness the city’s charm, blending history with modern allure. After a long day exploring this town, retire to a honeymoon hotel in Kandy for some blissful rejuvenation.

Sunset Romance in Galle Fort

Galle Fort
Galle Fort – Photo by Matthijs Idema on Unsplash

Conclude your honeymoon in the historic Galle Fort. Walk hand in hand along the cobblestone streets lined with Dutch colonial architecture. As the sun dips below the horizon, find a cozy spot on the fort walls for a romantic sunset, marking the end of your ultimate Sri Lankan honeymoon.

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The Romantic Couple’s Guide to Sri Lanka

by caleb Posted on

Explore a paradise with your loved one!

Choose to travel to Sri Lanka, the Pearl of the Indian Ocean with your soul mate. Engage in some breath-taking and unforgettable experiences and collect beautiful memories together.

Enjoying the beaches

Sri Lanka has many exciting beaches that are great for couples. Beaches in Trincomalee, Mirissa, Kalutara, and Weligama are full of scenic beauty and tranquillity. You may also engage in water sports if you wish to.

Other romantic destinations

Kandy located in the Central Hill Country is also a great destination for couples. The city is full of charm and is home to some of the best hotels in Sri Lanka. Ella, Bandarawela, and Nuwara Eliya are also some other romantic destinations in the country.

Top activities for couples

In addition to visiting the ancient temples and shrines in Sri Lanka, there’s a lot more a couple can try out. Whale-watching rides, enjoying the Colombo nightlife and wildlife safaris are just a few of them.

Image via Araliya Hotels & Resorts

Staying in Sri Lanka

Leading hotel chains such as Araliya Hotels & Resorts offer world-class accommodation facilities throughout Sri Lanka. They also have great honeymoon packages on offer exclusively for love birds.

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An Unforgettable Train Ride to Nanu-Oya

by caleb Posted on

Join your loved one for a dreamy and exciting travel experience through some of the most scenic destinations in Sri Lanka. Read on to know about the train journey from Colombo to Nanu Oya which is regarded as one of the best scenic travel routes in the world.

An intercity train, the Udarata Menike, runs through the scenic Sri Lankan hill country
Chamal N, Udarate Menike train on the Colombo-Badulla route, CC BY-SA 3.0

Getting train tickets

Sri Lankan trains have three classes categorised based on the level of comfort they provide. It is recommended that you should book either the first or the second since the third-class train compartments can be crowded. It is also recommended that you book your train tickets in advance.

What do you get to see?

Initially, you will be travelling past picturesque paddy fields and as you ascend the hill you will travel through wilderness and lush tea estates, you will also come across a number of tunnels, waterfalls, and rivers.

Things to remember

Keep in mind that safety should always be your number one priority, don’t stand near the compartment doors, enjoy the scenery from the comfort of your seats. Keep your belongings close to you always.

Attractions and accommodation options

When you get off at Nanu-Oya, located just a fifteen-minute drive away, lies Nuwara Eliya where you will be able to find plenty of accommodation options from cottages in Nuwara Eliya the likes of Cottage 42 and many others.

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Image Credit: Cottage 42

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Categories Weddings

Destination Weddings in Sri Lanka

by CatalinaC Forbes Posted on

Wondering where to tie the knot? Make the day extra special by throwing an exotic destination wedding on the tropical paradise that is Sri Lanka.

Image Credit: AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa

Why Sri Lanka?

This little pearl in the Indian Ocean is ideal for destination weddings. It’s got lovely beaches, warm weather, picture-perfect settings and a rich heritage, as well as a warm and friendly people who love welcoming foreigners. All this contributes to make it quite a convenient and exotic locale to tie the knot in.

Quirky Touches

If you’re going to have a destination wedding, you might as well incorporate unique elements of the local culture in it. Many a wedding hotel in Sri Lanka including the likes of AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa among others, offer packages that include exciting local touches be it an elephant or tuk-tuk rides!

Indoors or Outdoors?

The answer to this one should be obvious. If you’re going through the trouble of flying out to the island to have your perfect wedding, what’s the point of having it indoors? This tropical island offers a wide range of picturesque settings that are sure to make your special day unforgettable (many of which are by the welcoming waters of the Indian Ocean).

Some of the Best Spots

Beachside weddings are the most popular type of destination wedding held on the island. There are plenty of scenic locales to choose from for this event. Seaside towns like Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Galle and Mirissa are some of the popular options you can look at. If you’d rather have your wedding near the airport for the convenience of any guests who’ll be travelling just for this purpose, you can also consider coastal towns like Negombo.

Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world. Google+

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Beach Wedding in Sri Lanka

by caleb Posted on

Known for its idyllic beaches, Sri Lanka is the perfect place for a ceremony on the sand. Consider staying at resorts that give you a chance to enjoy a traditional ceremony as well.

Arranged according to your needs

A simple ceremony by the sea on the soft sandy beach will be a tranquil affair while the traditional weddings eagerly arranged by hotels, include drummers and dancers to escort the bride. Traditional rituals such as blessings and chanting’s according to Buddhist culture, flower arrangements, traditional décor and even setting up of a poruwa, which is a special decorative platform structure which the happy couple stands on for the exchange of vows.

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Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

Sri Lanka wedding planners are very experienced

Other than for being a happy couple in love you may not have a clue about planning a beach wedding in Sri Lanka. This is the benefit of choosing Sri Lanka as your wedding destination. Many resorts similar to AVANI Kalutara Resort offer the services of very experienced wedding planners who on meeting and getting to know the couple expertly understand and offer a ceremony package that is perfect for their tastes and expectations. There are No Particular ‘Off Seasons’ for hosting a Wedding in Sri Lanka.

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Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

The best honeymoon memories are on the island

Choosing the country for your wedding means you need not visit any other location for a dream honeymoon. You can experience a beach wedding and set off on a whirlwind adventure across the island for your honeymoon. The stunning scenery around the beaches and rustic fisher villages are quite romantic while cycle tours into the countryside and excursions to ancient coastal temples promise to add more than a touch of magic to your wedding.

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Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

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Categories Travel

Select the Best Wedding Location in Sri Lanka

by Fritzjames Stephen Posted on

Encircled by the emerald waters of the Indian Ocean, it has a varied landscape that is the perfect complement to its rich cultural and historical heritage. Those planning to hold their wedding celebration on the island have a number of factors to consider.

Indoor setting

If you prefer to tie the knot amidst an elegant setting with a private banquet, you can choose an indoor wedding venue of one of the island’s hotels. Such setting will ensure optimum privacy for your event and all facilities will be available under one roof.

AVANI Kalutara Resort
Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

Outdoor setting

This country is renowned for its enchanting beaches; hence it would be ideal for you to have a beach wedding in Sri Lanka. Choose a reputed resort such as AVANI Kalutara Resort to say “I do” against the backdrop of a breathtaking sunset. There are even more outdoor settings to choose from in the island, from mystic mountainous terrain to lush green forestcapes.

Catering

When planning your wedding celebration, catering options are also a factor to consider thoroughly before selecting a location. Most local hotels offer excellent catering services and hence even if you choose to hold your wedding in an outdoor setting, a beach hotel will make for the best choice.

Accommodation

For couples planning a honeymoon at a venue located in close proximity to the location of their wedding, a beachside destination is ideal. These resorts offer exclusive honeymoon packages featuring various benefits.

Fritzjames Stephen is a travel writer, who writes content based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life. Google+

Categories Weddings

Why you should have a Beach Wedding in Sri Lanka

by Fritzjames Stephen Posted on

Standing together hand in hand, feeling the soft sand between your toes and taking in the breathtaking sunset that colours the horizon in fiery hues; this is the magical setting that awaits those having beach weddings in Sri Lanka.

A wedding in Sri Lanka is arranged according to your needs

If you are looking for the perfect venue for your beach wedding in Sri Lanka, there’s a myriad of resorts located by the shore, the likes of AVANI Kalutara Resort. These offer guests a choice between planning a simple low key wedding by the sea or a lavish and traditional Sri Lankan style wedding.

Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

Sri Lanka wedding planners are very experienced

Other than for being a happy couple in love you may not have a clue about planning a beach wedding. This is the benefit of choosing Sri Lanka as your wedding destination. Many resorts offer the services of very experienced wedding planners who on meeting and getting to know the couple expertly understand and offer a ceremony package that is perfect for their tastes and expectations.

There are no ‘off seasons’

As a tropical destination, the country does not have any particular offseasons; the only anomaly is during the two monsoon seasons which are experienced at different points of the island.

The best honeymoon memories

Choosing the country for your wedding means you need not visit any other location for a dream honeymoon. The stunning scenery around the beaches and rustic fisher villages are quite romantic while cycle tours into the countryside and excursions to ancient coastal temples promise to add more than a touch of magic to your wedding.

Image Credit:  AVANI Kalutara Resort

Fritzjames Stephen is a travel writer, who writes content based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life. Google+

Categories Travel

Plan your Beach Wedding in Sri Lanka

by roland Posted on

So the time has finally arrived; the time to plan your dream wedding! Looking for a celebration of love out of the ordinary? Then definitely consider a beach wedding in Sri Lanka

Choosing your beach

A beach is not merely a beach! Yes there is sand and yes it is bordered by a vast expanse of ocean, but beaches do defer in character and this is true in Sri Lanka. A South Coast beach will offer you sun-drenched shores in which to enjoy your wedding, while a West Coast beach offers spectacular sunsets framing an unforgettable backdrop.

Sun beds by the golden sandy Beach
Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

Selecting a Resort or Hotel

Many hotels or resorts by the sea along the shore offer beach weddings making them an ideal choice. Some properties also have elegant venues, perfect for receptions and galas. When it comes to South Coast hotels for such events AVANI Kalutara Resort is an ideal choice worth considering.

AVANI Kalutara Resort
Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

Type of Ceremony

Beach weddings in Sri Lanka can be as simple or as elaborate as you want it. A simple ceremony on the sand with you and that special someone and a few close family and friends is one option.

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Planning Your After Party

After the ceremony, it is time to celebrate! If you are having an intimate exchange of vows by the ocean you can always plan a romantic candlelit dinner or dine on the beach under star-filled sky.

Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

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Categories Travel

Explore Beach Weddings in Sri Lanka

by Lavinia Woolf Posted on

Picture this; you and your partner stand barefoot along a soft sandy shore; your hands grasp each other as the cool ocean breeze swirls around you and a seemingly infinite carpet of azure stretches far into the distance. Sounds too good to be true? Not if you are planning a beach wedding in Sri Lanka!

Beach weddings

From lush gardens and serene beaches to luxury yachts and resorts to the banquet, Sri Lanka offers a selection of venues for weddings and receptions to set the stage for a one of a kind ceremony. But what could be more romantic than standing on a tropical white-sand beach, your toes in the warm sand, beautiful turquoise waves lapping at your ankles, surrounded by your closest friends and family as you promise your lives, your hearts, and your futures to each other?

Down south

There are many hotels in down south. Decide on a beach that is suitable for you. Whether you want a secluded spot or a lively type of beach atmosphere, there are many choices in this area like AVANI Kalutara Resort that guarantees a perfect beach wedding.

Bentota

Bentota is probably the most popular and most visited beach resort located on the Southern coast of Sri Lanka. Mind you Bentota can be quite crowded and enjoy a private wedding on the beach may be a bit of a problem. However, if you are comfortable with loads of smiling and curious locals the Bentota Beach is a lovely location.

Image Credit: AVANI Bentota Resort & Spa

Gorgeous East Coast Wedding

The Eastern Coast of Sri Lanka is virtually unspoilt and one of the best locations to plan a beach wedding in Sri Lanka. Resorts such as Pasikudah are fast gaining popularity amongst the international community for its stunning backdrops, idyllic beaches and lazy ambience.

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Beach Wedding Sri Lanka

by CatalinaC Forbes Posted on
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Image Credit: AVANI Kalutara Resort

Sri Lanka being a striking island in the Indian Ocean, with collection of long stretches of glorious sandy beaches framing the country, is the perfect destination for the tropical beach bound wedding of your dreams. Majority of the tourist hotels and beach resorts in the country such as AVANI Kalutara Resort provide wedding planning packages, which will assist you in all the arrangements and other organizations for you to host the perfect beach wedding in Sri Lanka, where all you’ll have to do, is simply show up!

However here are a few tips to consider when hosting the perfect beach wedding. As it is important to remember that keeping aside the picture perfect vision of you and the love of your life saying I do, surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Indian ocean and the backdrop of the majestic sunset; beach weddings can be messy.

The weather is also a major factor when hosting a beach wedding. In order to make sure half your decorations don’t wash away by the tide or your dress don’t get blown over your face during your celebration, check seasonal weather conditions with the professional wedding planners before scheduling your wedding. In Sri Lanka the tides will be stronger with harsher winds during the monsoon seasons, so try to avoid this unpredictable time to get married.

You will have to be prepared with high quality sound amplification devices as the waves can get pretty loud. This is something your wedding organisers will take care of, although make sure to check with them before hand to avoid any inconveniences.

Keeping the above factors in mind, run off to Sri Lanka with your better half to tie the knot beside the tranquil waters of the ocean.

Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world.

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