Hidden beaches, scenic train rides, authentic food, wildlife safaris and practical planning tips written by locals who travel Sri Lanka every week.
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Not sure whether to use trains, buses, tuk-tuks, taxis or a private driver in Sri Lanka? This guide explains where each option works best, what to book ahead and how to mix transport without making your trip harder.
Indian passport holders now get a free 30-day Sri Lanka ETA with double entry. Here is what changed in May 2026, what documents you need, and why you should not pay an agent for it.
Sri Lanka made its tourist visa free for 40 countries in May 2026. Here is who qualifies, what it still costs everyone else, and how to apply without getting stung by a fake visa site.
Every document tourists need to rent a car and drive legally in Sri Lanka in 2026, including airport permits, IDPs, DMT requirements, fees and rental paperwork.
Self-drive or hire a car with a driver in Sri Lanka? An honest, traveller-by-traveller breakdown of cost, stress and the regions that suit each, so you can decide before you book.
A complete guide for foreign couples on how to legally marry in Sri Lanka, covering required documents, registration fees, timelines, and getting your certificate recognised abroad.
Self-drive car rental in Sri Lanka costs $25 to $70 a day. Real 2026 rates, the IDP recognition rule most tourists miss, the best driving routes, and an honest self-drive vs private driver comparison.
Learn the most useful Sinhala phrases for Sri Lanka travel, including greetings, tuk tuk phrases, restaurant words, shopping, directions, emergencies, and polite local expressions.
A detailed 2026-2027 guide to Sri Lanka destination wedding costs, packages, venue fees, hidden expenses, planner costs, sample budgets, and money-saving tips.
Tips from locals who travel Sri Lanka every week.
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