14 Oct 2014
The Sri Lanka Collection is pleased to share remaining availability over the upcoming Christmas and New Year period at Sri Lanka's best boutique hotels and villas. Marking the start of the dry season, this is an incredibly popular time of year to visit Sri Lanka and occupancy at the best hotels is subject to rapid change. The following availability (specifically for the 20th December to 10th January period) is correct as of 7th October 2014.
Still undecided about heading overseas for the Christmas holiday period? Here's some food for thought: swap the cold British weather for the hot tropical sun, and your sofa for a sun bed beside the Indian Ocean. Buy unique Christmas presents from Colombo's exciting shops and markets, savour a festive seafood barbecue, see leopards, sloth bears and elephants on a big game safari, trek through lush mountains, relax uninterrupted with a new book or be revitalized by a pampering spa treatment or invigorating yoga session. Need we say more?
Kahanda Kanda, inland Galle 9 rooms Pure couples' escapism
Indulgent hilltop boutique hotel set in a 12-acre tea estate near Galle, home to an exquisite collection of individually designed suites, an excellent restaurant and a sizeable pool.
Availability: 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 27th& 28thDecember; 1st, 2nd, 6th, 7th& 10th January 2015
The Wallawwa, Negombo 17 rooms Not your usual airport hotel
Blissful boutique hotel just 15-minutes' drive from the airport with a chic collection of rooms and suites, gourmet food, a 5-acre garden with pool and an oh-so-indulgent spa.
Availability: 22nd to 27th, 29th& 30th December; 1st& 3rd to 10th January 2015
Casa Colombo, Colombo 12 suites Chic city retreat
Design-led hotel whose funky rooms and suites, restaurant, glass-encased bar, spa and pink swimming pool form part of a historic Moorish mansion in the heart of Sri Lanka's capital city.
Availability: 20th December onwards
Why House, inland Galle 9 rooms Heaven for families
Elegant country-style family-friendly hotel a few minutes' drive from the beach with a variety of comfortable rooms and suites, a huge pool, and a lush 3-acre walled tropical garden.
Availability: 30th December onwards (minimum 7-day booking preferred)
Bougainvillea Retreat, Kandy8 rooms Hilltop tranquility
Idyllic hotel overlooking Victoria Reservoir with cosy rooms, a fabulous infinity pool, a spa and a home cinema, plus easy access to the neighbouring Victoria Golf and Country Resort.
Availability: 20th, 21st, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th& 31st December; 1st to 10th January 2015
Leopard Safaris, Yala National Park 8 ensuite tents Wilderness glamping
Base yourself at this inviting all-inclusive boutique campsite on the fringe of Yala National Park for game drives into the wild hosted by Sri Lanka's leopard guru, Noel Rodrigo.
Availability: 20th December onwards (both family and double tents available)
41 Lighthouse Street, Galle Fort3-bedroom private villa Inner Galle Fort locale
An indulgent, fully staffed villa located in Galle's famous 17th century Dutch-era fort, a short walk from major landmarks and the town's international test cricket ground.
Availability: 20th& 21st December; 8th January 2015 onwards
23 Palms, Talpe Beach 3-bedroom wedding villa Absolute oceanfront
Relaxing fully staffed villa in a 2-acre tropical estate near Galle with pool, dedicated events facilities (including an events kitchen and washrooms) and 200 metres of pure ocean views.
No availability
* Please contact The Sri Lanka Collection for further details and booking information
The featured hotels are suitable for couples, families and groups alike, and are located in prime tourist hotspots across the island. These include the wilds of Yala National Park and Kandy's tranquil eastern hills to buzzy Colombo and the southern backwater of coastal Galle. Each property is a standout for its high-level service, exquisite style and engaging character.
Sri Lanka's richness is in its diversity and a round tour of the island – hopping between destinations – is easy and affordable, and enables you to experience Sri Lanka at your own pace. Chauffeur guides can be arranged for stays of just a few days to a few weeks to take you everywhere you need to go, as well as to places you never dreamed existed.
Who we are
The Sri Lanka Collection, a UK-based representation and marketing company, works on behalf of a distinguished collection of Sri Lankan boutique hotels, villas and safari camps. The company raises awareness of Sri Lanka's outstanding boutique travel products and helps them to maximize their visibility in the UK. The Sri Lanka Collection is the first representation company of its kind to focus on the high-end client and on Sri Lanka alone, and also promotes leading destination management companies, Sri Lanka In Style and Red Dot Tours.
For more information and high-res images, please contact Eleanor Milner, Director:
26/2 Inverleith Place, Edinburgh, EH3 5QB +44 7786 237594
eleanor@srilankacollection.com www.srilankacollection.com
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