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Has anyone been to Sri Lanka recently?

(5 Posts)
Barmeyoldbat Sun 16-Oct-22 16:12:27

We went there years ago, believe it or not at the height of bombings etc. it’s a lovely country and really beautiful, spent time on an old tea plantation

Callistemon21 Sun 16-Oct-22 15:32:52

Well, I wouldn't be going at the moment.
We're concerned about how safe it is for family over there.

Tourist areas may be different, of course.

Casdon Sun 16-Oct-22 15:01:32

My daughter and son in law went there on their honeymoon earlier this year, they had a fabulous time. They had an escorted trip, with the same driver who took them to all the important sites and delivered them to their pre-booked hotels each evening. If you do decide to go, I’d recommend that way of doing it, because it will avoid you putting yourself at risk.

Riverwalk Sun 16-Oct-22 14:53:59

Not recently but went before Covid - not much help to you but just wanted to say what a wonderful country Sri Lanka is!

It has beautiful scenery, beaches, wildlife, food, and the people are lovely. smile

Grannyjacq1 Sun 16-Oct-22 12:13:54

Just wondered if a holiday there is a good idea, given the recent political turmoil in the country. The travel agents etc seem to be taking bookings for holidays, but wondered what it was really like.