Its all about Sri Lanka Getaways

Following mail which we got after our recent tour visits from Germany. =======================================================

Sri Lanka is one of the best destination for tourists. Working with tour operators in Sri Lanka is an easy task Specially with ‘Sri Lankan Getaways’. These travel agents are good at taking care of the needs and demands of the visitors. You will only need to be sure of your budget, purpose of visit. and the destinations you wish to go to. The rest would be easily taken care of by the tour operators you choose to work with. Tour operators in Sri Lanka promote the culture and tourism of the country keeping in mind the tourist's interests. The travel agents will have special deals every season.

There are a wide range of tours available for Sri Lanka - Starting from individual tours, group tours, private tours, Eco Tours and even escorted tours. Hence it's importance to inform your travel agent accordingly. The main cities of choice to visit are Colombo and Down South, however some people prefer tours mainly of historical sites like Kandy, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya others may prefer the more Scenic and Eco vacation sites like Hill Country, Yala, Wasgamuwa while some want to experience a mixture of both to get the whole Sri Lanka experience. By working with ‘Sri Lankan Getaways’ they can specialize in creating tailor-made tour packages to Sri Lanka . The ‘Sri Lankan Getaways’would act as a one-stop shop for the tourists in planning for a tour to the country. Starting from getting the best available fares to arranging for the best hotels at the cheapest price These are the functions of the travel agent. If there is a need to hire a car, or arrangement of ground transportation, these are also managed by the tour operators. ‘Sri Lankan Getaways’ usually have the capabilities to attend most of the commonly used languages, like English, French & German and even Spanish. Hence, this does not restrict anyone from visiting the country due to language barriers.

Most places of interest in Sri Lanka could be covered in 7 days to 15 days. Hence it's importance to inform your travel agent accordingly. Working with ‘Sri Lankan Getaways’ is easy as they have in-depth knowledge of the destinations. They act as a guide to the tourist by informing them of the special attractions of the country. Working with them will truly be a "value-added" for money experience.

By Adrian Gossow from Germany

Ppl from Middle East - We are waiting for you ...

Message from Heba Al Ghais Al Mansoori - SLTPB Middle East Director
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Sri Lanka is ideally positioned as a destination to attract more regional travellers despite the credit crunch as stability has finally dawned on Sri Lanka with the war coming to an end and the destination offers very good value for money. Sri Lanka is an exotic locale and peace has finally brought prosperity and development into the country and opened up more areas for tourism development which otherwise were not accessible during the war

So, WE INVITE ALL THE PPL FROM THE MIDDLE EAST REGION TO JOIN US AND EXPERIENCE A “ TRUE TASTE OF PARADISE

Golden Beaches in Sri Lanka

The sun shining sandy beaches by the blue seas around the island are best for a relaxation as well as active holiday of surfing, diving and tanning your self.

Sri Lanka is a tiny tear drop shaped island in the Indian Ocean. It is the essence of South Asia. One can find the attractions and the huge influence of the neighboring India and Maldives in this land which is a hundred times smaller than India. Sri Lanka is surrounded by golden beaches.
If soft sound of the waves overlapping in to the beach, contrasting deep blue waters of the ocean laying bare on the white sandy beaches and the hum of seagulls synchronized with music of waves lures you to travel to a beautiful tropical beach to spend a sunny holiday then plan a Sri Lankan holiday. Whether to set your spirit of adventure free or just to relax and enjoy the tranquil settings, Sri Lanka is the ideal holiday destination , the land of many stunning beaches.
Sri Lanka is endowed with many beautiful beaches, many of which enjoy an idyllic setting with swaying palm trees bending over the white sand lapped up by blue waves and coral reefs. So kick of your shoes and dip your toes into the divine beaches of Sri Lanka . As one travel along the western, eastern or southern coastline, around every bend one will come upon yet another tempting tropical panorama, which testifies Sri Lanka, aa a tropical island and the best place to holiday.
If you enjoy water sports, discover what an aquatic playground the beaches of Sri Lanka can provide. Snorkeling, windsurfing, angling and sailing are just a few activities if one wants to indulge in water sports. Windsurfing is a popular water sport activity, and tests one's competitive skills. Windsurfing races are held mainly on the southeastern coast. Swimming, diving and sunbathing are favorite activities of foreign visitors. Exploring coral reefs, the beautiful under water flora & fauna is a must when you travel to Sri Lanka. Various types of crustaceans and hydra add to the exquisiteness of a coral reef, which is home to many authentic species .
Sri Lanka, is studded with sunny beaches. While basking yourself in the beautiful sunset and sipping a drink made of tropical fruits or a cool beer , also soak your self in the serene sunny environment. These beaches are a paradise for honeymooners, providing the perfect romantic setting.
Want to get a flavor of Sri Lankan sea food, then you can satisfy your gastronome desires by having the exotic dishes served in many of the restaurants along the western coast. Tiger prawns, lobsters and crab are few favorite among the visitors. These beautiful beaches are also home to many tropical fishes. The fishing communities that have developed along side such beaches offer to broaden the visitor's knowledge about the sunny beaches of Sri Lanka. The beaches are not crowded so taking in the sun is another option .
Sri Lankan beaches can best be described as the "waves of paradise". Being in Sri Lanka your holiday is incomplete without experiencing the beautiful beaches. The names of some the beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka are :
- Ambalangoda Beach, Sri Lanka
- Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka
- Bentota Beach, Sri Lanka
- Beruwala Beach, Sri Lanka
- Hikkaduwa Beach, Sri Lanka
- Kalkudah Beach, Sri Lanka
- Mt. Lavinia Beach, Sri Lanka
- Negombo Beach, Sri Lanka
- Nilaveli Beach, Sri Lanka
- Unawatuna Beach, Sri Lanka
- Weligama Beach, Sri Lanka.

Source: - Aitken Spence Hotel PLC ...

Sri Lankan Getaways - Typical Tropical Experience

Sri Lanka" an enchanting, tear-shaped Island situated in the Indian Ocean to the west of Bay of Bengal , has been a haven of tourist attraction from the ancient days. Being close to the South of Indian Subcontinent, Sri Lanka is endowed with a rich historical and cultural heritage, and tropical ever-green destinations that makes it incomparable to any other island in the world. This beautiful paradise of sun and sand is an elegant place to visit and experience the best times ever. Sri Lankan Getaway is a company where you can experience tours in Sri Lanka .We will also be providing you the expert recommendations and consultations when you are planning your holiday, to make every bit of it memorable.

It's all about Sri Lanka - Small Miracle

Facts and Figures

• Official Name - Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka
• National Holiday - Independence Day, 04 February (1948)
• Size - 65525 sq km
• Geographic Coordinates - 6-10 N, 80-82 E
• Location - Island off the Southeastern shores of India, 800km north of equator
• Coastline - 1340 km
• Capital - Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte
• Commercial capital - Colombo
• Population (May 2005) - 20 million
• Languages - Sinhala, Tamil & English. English is widely spoken throughout Sri Lanka, with the exception of remote villages.
• Ethnic Mix - Majority are Sinhalese, minorities Tamil & Moor
• Religions mostly Buddhist, then Hindu, Christian & Muslim
• Major Exports - Textiles & garments, tea, diamonds, gems, rubber & coconut products
• Highest peak - Pidurutalagala (Mt. Pedro) At 2524m, Adam’s peak (Sri Pada), holy to believers of all religions, ranks 4th
• Time Zone - Five and a half hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+5 ½). Daylight Saving Time is not observed.
• Voltage requirement - 230/240 volts AC, 50Hz. Round tree-pin plugs are usual, with bayonet lamp fittings.
• Currency - Sri Lanka Rupee (Rs). 100 cents = 1 Rs.
• Travelers Cheques - widely accepted in banks and money exchanges, a 1% stamp duty is payable, plus a small commission.
• Credit Cards
• GSM Network - 900
• ATMs common in larger towns
• Tipping -A service charge of 10% is added to all restaurant & hotel bills. A small tip (no more than 10%) above this is appreciated. Drivers expect a tip if you’ve bargained well.
• Working week - Monday to Friday
• Medical Facilities - The professional standards of doctors and surgeons are excellent with specialist, hospitals including Eye, Children’s, Ayurvedic and Maternity.