Luxury has never been my main focus.
What I want to share with our guests is the real Sri Lanka: the incredible landscapes, wildlife, culture, food, and the genuine encounters that make a journey memorable. At the same time, I know that a comfortable, clean, and welcoming place to stay can make a big difference to your travel experience.
When selecting hotels for our tours, I look at much more than star ratings. Location, atmosphere, practicality, and how well a hotel works as part of a smooth travel experience all matter.
In some destinations, it is worth spending a little extra on accommodation. In others, the hotel is simply a comfortable place to recharge before the next adventure begins.
One of my favourite parts of the job is the research. 🕵️♀️✨
I love travelling, so spending time exploring new destinations, visiting attractions, and checking out hotels is something I genuinely enjoy. It also means I can recommend places based on my own experiences rather than relying solely on online reviews and promotional photos.
Many of the hotels featured in our itineraries are properties we have worked with for years and know extremely well. At the same time, Sri Lanka is constantly evolving, and I am always on the lookout for new hidden gems that deserve a place in our tours. Our list of favourites is never set in stone – it continues to grow and improve every year. 🌴😊
Keeping Our Travel App Up to Date
Over the last few weeks, I have been updating hotel photos, videos, and descriptions in our travel app. 📲
The goal is simple: when you travel with us, I want you to have a clear and realistic idea of where you will be staying before you arrive.
I regularly visit the hotels we use, take my own photos and videos, and update the information in our itineraries. For me, it is important that what you see reflects reality. Not just the hotel's most polished marketing images, but an honest impression of what you can expect during your journey.
Below is an example of how hotel information appears in your travel itinerary. You can view it on a larger screen or download it as an app on your phone for easy access throughout your trip.
A Few More Examples From My Hotel Visits
I hope these photos have given you a little inspiration for your own Sri Lanka adventure. 🌴☀️
Now it's time for me to continue exploring, searching for new experiences, hidden gems, and great places to stay, so that future travellers can discover even more of what makes Sri Lanka so special.
See you again soon,
