The fall of the Indian Rupee: a boon for tourists
The Indian currency has lost 13% since January 2013. This fall, one of the largest in Asia, comes in the midst of a difficult economic…
Navratri Celebration in Gujarat – A Festival of Ecstasy
An amazing journey to Gujarat starts with its famous festival of Navaratri (translates to nine nights) that goes on for nine nights. The festival is…
The Sinharaja Rainforest of Sri Lanka
Since I have arrived in Sri Lanka, I have always wanted to visit the Sinharaja forest, located in the southwest of the island. This tropical…
Hot Air Ballooning in the Sri Lanka Cultural Triangle
The genesis of hot air balloons goes back to France in the XVIII century, when the Montgolfier brothers had their first flight in Annonay. I…
Safari in Minneriya National Park – Sri Lanka Wildlife Tour
As we were very excited about our impending safari, we rushed up to Minneriya National Park thinking we might get there late. This natural reserve is…
Horton Plains National Park – Travel in Sri Lanka
The BelihulOya village is located between Haputale and Ratnapura. It is the ideal place to take a break if you wish for wonderment and relaxation.…
Climbing the Adam’s Peak in Sri Lanka
Arrival in Dalhousie for a short nap A trip to Sri Lanka will truly be incomplete without visiting the famous Adam’s peak. We ride across…
