Posts Tagged ‘hill country’

Tea Trails named as the 1st Relais & Chateaux property in Sri Lanka

9 November 2010 by

tea-pluckers-adams-peak-in-backgroundCeylon Tea Trails, one if the island’s finest boutique properties, has been announced as the latest member of the exclusive Relais & Chateaux portfolio. This is the first time any hotel in Sri Lanka has been included in this prestigious list.

Experience Travel have been working with Tea Trails for their luxury holidays in Sri Lanka since their inception and recall visiting as the four bungalows as the final construction work was in progress. It was clear from that point that something pretty special was being created, which future stays only served to reconfirm. Repeated delighted feedback from our clients suggests that this accolade is timely and highly justified. (more…)

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Sri Lanka Hill Country Bungalows

11 November 2009 by

Sad news today that Netherbyres Bungalow, near Bandarawela, is no longer available for paying customers. It is a great place and all of our guests have had a wonderful time there – with its incredibly authentic atmosphere. Thanks so much to Ajita the owner and the family!

For those wanting the cool charms of an up-country retreat, there are still some great options. The Tea Trails bungalows are the original up-market tea country experience and the service is unrivalled. Bonnielands is not in the same luxury bracket but for fun and authenticity it cannot be beaten as Gemma Bowes from The UK Guardian found out! (more…)

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Tea Tasting in Colombo

13 July 2009 by

Tea enthusiasts have plenty of opportunities to indulge their taste buds in Sri Lanka. Whether it be tasting fine teas in hotels and cafes across the country or visiting the plantations themselves and trying cups direct from the factories, Sri Lanka offers some of the finest teas and tea experiences in the world.
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