Lonely Planet, the world’s largest and most respect travel guidebook publisher has named Sri Lanka as the Best Travel Destination in the World for 2103. 

The travel guidebook highlights the emerging new popular places to visit in Sri Lanka including the newly opened up East coast and less travelled paths in the western coast as well.

With a history that dates back 2000 years, Sri Lanka has a culture that is seeped with heritage that helped mold the country into the place of wonder that it is.  This tiny island has 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, all well preserved and proudly displayed.

Sri Lanka can be done on its own or include it in your plans on your way to Asia or drop by when you’re in South India.  There is a lot to do in this island; the distances are short so you can pack a lot in a few days. It has something for everyone and all ages, from safaris to white sandy beaches, there are green tea plantations as far as your eyes can see and trekkers can discover the rainforests.  We can’t forget diving, rock climbing, deep sea fishing and so much more.