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Kelly
- Mar 4, 2020
- 2 min
The Hunter and the Thrush
A peaceful, Indian Rainforest Retreat doesn't quite go to plan. Thank goodness for the bin.
Kelly
- Feb 24, 2020
- 11 min
A 30 day motorbike tour of Sri Lanka
A 4 week itinerary touring beautiful Ceylon on two wheels: mountains, forests, tea plantations, safaris & beaches - this island has it all!
Kelly
- Feb 18, 2020
- 2 min
Culture shock: welcome to Sri Lanka
After nearly 3 months in Sri Lanka, here are 15 things I've learned about the island.
Kelly
- Feb 9, 2020
- 2 min
An illegal night walk through the forest
Saturday night in the forest with our illegal guides: leech attacks, deadly snakes and getting lost.
Kelly
- Feb 6, 2020
- 4 min
5 solutions to the shameful Sri Lankan safari culture
Yet another disrespectful safari experience causes us to propose bold solutions in order to develop a sustainable culture of tourism.
Kelly
- Feb 2, 2020
- 3 min
Hiking in Knuckles Forest Reserve, Sri Lanka
After 3 days of exploring, we finally made it to the top of a peak in Knuckles!
Kelly
- Jan 30, 2020
- 1 min
The Sri Lankan Grandparent Experience
Obscure directions, long-winded stories and lots of tea... welcome to the Grandparent Guesthouse.
Kelly
- Jan 19, 2020
- 2 min
The Thumb & The Smile visit Delft Island
A day trip to Delft Island, northern Sri Lanka.
Kelly
- Jan 17, 2020
- 2 min
Two days on Mannar Island
A visit to old Donkey Town Island with its ancient baobab tree & the remains of the land bridge to India.
Kelly
- Jan 14, 2020
- 3 min
A scooter safari in Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka
An unfettered scooter ride through Wilpattu National Park results in a rare sighting. Just avoid the charging elephants.
Kelly
- Jan 8, 2020
- 3 min
How to get a temporary driving permit in Sri Lanka
A step-by-step guide to getting a temporary driving permit to cover you when driving in Sri Lanka with a UK licence.
Kelly
- Jan 6, 2020
- 3 min
How to extend your Sri Lankan visa
A step-by-step guide on how to extend your Sri Lankan visa in Colombo.
Kelly
- Jan 1, 2020
- 2 min
The tribulations of train and tuk-tuk
A day trip from Ella to Lipton's Seat doesn't quite go to plan.
Kelly
- Dec 30, 2019
- 3 min
A safari in Udawalawe National Park
A short guide on when to visit Udawalawe National Park and what to expect on the safari.
Kelly
- Dec 27, 2019
- 2 min
A scooter day trip in Tangalle
Not your typical day trip: a run in with the police, a muddy bird trek & a green turtle laying her eggs.
Kelly
- Dec 25, 2019
- 2 min
Christmas in Sri Lanka
Urine samples, old fish and lagoon kayaking… Happy holidays to me!
Kelly
- Dec 23, 2019
- 1 min
Zombies at a Sri Lankan Cinema
Zombies and Star Wars make for a culturally interesting cinematic experience in Sri Lanka.
Kelly
- Dec 18, 2019
- 2 min
A water safari in Sri Lanka
Enjoying Sri Lankan wildlife on a scenic cruise down Bentota River.
Kelly
- Dec 12, 2019
- 1 min
A Sri Lankan bus party
Join the party on the local bus to Colombo. Just hold on tight.
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