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I left Sri Lanka last Thursday, then the situation

I left Sri Lanka last Thursday, then the situation deteriorated rapidly culminating in the resignation of the PM Mr Rajapaksa yesterday. I spoke to my ground agent this morning, she was out in the streets celebrating his departure. This is where I stayed a 10 days ago, high in tea country, a beautiful planter’s bungalow Goatfell, just 4 rooms, superb Sri Lankan hospitality. Let us hope a solution emerges very soon to help the people of Sri Lanka. #srilanka #goatfellbungalow #teardrop

Onto the Kandy area, Athulya villas was built in 1

Onto the Kandy area, Athulya villas was built in 1887 as a country home for an eminent Sri Lankan family, 5 cottages share the beautiful view. Superb bird life, only 25 minutes to the Peradenya botanical gardens, close to the 3 temples loop of interesting Buddhist temples.
#srilankatrip #srilanka #peradenyabotanicalgarden

Sri Lanka’s classic dish rice and curry, interpr

Sri Lanka’s classic dish rice and curry, interpreted in many ways according to the season, this was my lunch at Arika villa, enough rice for 10! I invited my driver to join me. #srilankanfood #srilankatravel #localfood

Next stop the cultural triangle, a much quicker jo

Next stop the cultural triangle, a much quicker journey thanks to the newly opened highway, for part of the journey.
Now Beside lake Kandalama currently overflowing onto the road, locals enjoying a paddle. Lake lodge my hotel overlooks this lake. #srilanka #srilankatrip #lakekandalama

Negombo fish market early morning, most of the fis

Negombo fish market early morning, most of the fish are dried, first soaked in brine (sea salt) then laid out in the sun, no cats or crows- too salty! Negombo is the largest fishing port in Sri Lanka located on a lagoon by the Indian Ocean. #srilanka #srilankatravel #localculture#localfood

My first visit to Sri Lanka for 2 1/2 years. Firs

My first visit to Sri Lanka for 2 1/2 years. First stop the fabulous Wallawwa, my favourite airport hotel! Currently flowering in the beautiful garden is the Canon ball tree. As a visitor I haven’t experienced any problems apart from a monkey stealing sugar from my room! #wonderfulsrilanka#tropicalparadise#wallawalla

Such good news- Sri Lanka removes pre- travel PCR

Such good news- Sri Lanka removes pre- travel PCR tests for fully vaccinated travellers- no more last minute Covid stress before your holiday. #srilanka #tropicalparadise #fabulousbeaches#sigiriya #pidurangala

Means so much to finally receive such positive fee

Means so much to finally receive such positive feedback!
“A very well planned and well executed tour of Sri Lanka, fabulous choices of accommodation and great sightseeing recommendations and transport arrangements, Jane instinctively knew what would tick all our boxes and created and delivered a tour above and beyond our expectations. Well done and very many thanks”.
Mr & Mrs Bardot -February 22. #srilanka #tailormadetours #tropicalbliss

Good news and thank you Sunday Times for the front

Good news and thank you Sunday Times for the front page! quarantine restrictions NOW lifted on entering India BUT tourist visas still unavailable to UK passport holders. Hopefully changing very soon.
Time to start planning a winter break before all the lovely small properties get snapped up.#Kerala#cghearth

Imagine a tropical sunset, morning yoga, a walk al

Imagine a tropical sunset, morning yoga, a walk along the beach then a delicious curry. Still time to book a winter escape.
Sri Lanka is fully open#tropicalwarmth #srilanka #srilankatravel #dustofthepassport

Ready to fly, clients depart for tropical warmth i

Ready to fly, clients depart for tropical warmth in Sri Lanka. A Perfect destination to escape in Early 2022. A very happy new year and looking forward to sending more clients abroad this year.
#srilanka #wintersunshine

A very happy Christmas to you all, dinner with my

A very happy Christmas to you all, dinner with my team in India earlier this month - the 2 little boys are Daniel’s -my ground agents grandsons. Anil, Shibu, Sanal, Daniel, Mini, JP, Jerry and Jess, they all look forward to welcoming you back to South India in 2022.
#keralagodsowncountry #wewilltravelagain #tropicalsun #winterwarmth#cghearth

Finally after 2 years I arrived in Kerala full of

Finally after 2 years I arrived in Kerala full of hope, I was overjoyed to be back. I now realise the devastating impact Covid has wreaked on Anyone connected with tourism, many hotels remain closed, shops selling non essentials such as Fab India remain closed. CGH Earth have kindly hosted my trip, with excellent Covid protocols in place,this has been very reassuring. However quarantine is once again imposed, we can only hope this variant is swiftly eliminated to restore livelihoods for so many. I started my tour in Cochin staying at fabulous Brunton Boatyard, Cycling around Fort Cochin soaking up the atmosphere, I encountered no hostility- just stares- as I am the first tour operator to arrive from Europe!
#cghearth #meandcghearth #bruntonboatyard #incredibleindia #keralatourism #dustofthepassport

Delicious tropical fruits, rice and curry and colo

Delicious tropical fruits, rice and curry and colourful bananas, a daily feast in Sri Lanka, the simplest option for tropical sunshine this winter.
#srilanka #tropicalsunshine #wintersun

Today India removed quarantine requirements for Uk

Today India removed quarantine requirements for Uk travellers from 15 th November. Pictured are Bennet and Shibu two of our wonderful drivers in South India, looking forward to welcoming you back! #wintersunshine☀️ #dustofthepassport #keralagodsowncountry #karnatakatourism

Good news from India! From 15 th November tourist

Good news from India! From 15 th November tourist visas will be available for Passengers arriving on scheduled flights. But quarantine still required on arrival. However Good news from UK government Covishield vaccine now recognised so visitors from India no longer need to quarantine, we hope a reciprocal agreement follows shortly. We feel very positive about holidays to India this coming winter.
#indiaopensup#wintersunshine #dustofyourpassport#timetotravel

Kalukanda house on the south coast of Sri Lanka of

Kalukanda house on the south coast of Sri Lanka offers peace and privacy for up to 8 guests. Lovely staff and superb food. Only 2 hours from the airport, perfect for a winter break. #kalukandahouse #tropicalwarmth#weligama#wintersun#srilanka

One less hurdle when traveling to Sri Lanka. PCR t

One less hurdle when traveling to Sri Lanka. PCR tests no longer required on arrival providing you have been double vaccinated and take a PCR test before departure from UK. On arrival you are now free to explore the island. Pictured Vil Uyana, near Sigiriya, a Points South favourite!
#viluyanaresort #sigiriyarock #wintersun

Hurrah! finally we can stop dreaming and start pla

Hurrah! finally we can stop dreaming and start planning a tropical holiday this winter. Sri Lanka is now open with excellent travel protocols in place to reassure visitors. For restorative winter warmth with charming small boutique hotels. View of Castlereagh lake from Camellia hills -set on a tea plantation in the hill country. #srilankaopensup#camelliahills#dustofthepassport

Two positive steps, Air India commences direct fli

Two positive steps, Air India commences direct flights London to Cochin from 21st August and India transfers to the Amber list, currently tourist visas are not available, but hopefully soon🙏. Time to start planning for restorative winter warmth and tropical sunshine 🌞 Sunset on the backwaters of Kerala from a house boat.
#wewilltravelagainsoon #kerala#indianholidays

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