With Valentine's Day presenting the perfect time for a romantic escape from the UK winter chill, Sri Lanka sustainable tourism specialists Jetwing Hotels offer a unique way to experience a dream destination while also showing your love for the planet.

The locally renowned company's portfolio of nearly 40 exceptional properties are perfectly spread across Sri Lanka's varied landscape to let visitors choose the ideal spot to satisfy their holiday desires, from silky paradise sands to wilderness Edens and dazzling world heritage sites.

Through its 40 years working on the island, however, Jetwing has developed a unique holistic holiday offering that protects as well as celebrates Sri Lanka's environment and people. Pioneering initiatives include using biomass from organic waste to power both air-conditioning and provide cooking gas for delicious meals at each resort, as well as using desalinated seawater for bathrooms and gardens. 

Jetwing's eclectic mix of luxurious properties offer something to suit every romantic taste and personality, with a clutch of brand new properties to enjoy in 2020.

•      For Island Explorers -  Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

      Due to open this April, this beautifully restored 4-bedroom house is a perfect springboard for  boat rides to the lesser-known islands off the north coast of Sri Lanka – such as Delft Island with its retinue of rare wild ponies. Jetwing's Sri Lankan roots guided a sensitive transformation which has transformed a once derelict old 1930s property into a ravishing example of a traditional Jaffna home that would grace any interiors bible.

       https://www.srilankainstyle.com/experience/delft-sri-lankas-forgotten-island.

•       For Cricket Lovers - Jetwing Kandy Gallery Hotel,

      Cricket fans will love this newly opened hideaway set in forest by the enchanting historic city of Kandy - close to the island's major international ground for a season which will see England, South Africa, West Indies and India tour the island. The grand four-storey building has 26 suites with private balcony or terrace, combined with sustainable architecture principles and beautiful greenery.

https://www.jetwinghotels.com/jetwingkandygallery/

• For Beach Lovers and Surfers – Jetwing Surf

Fancy a palm-fringed white sand beach with crashing waves as your backdrop? Jetwing Surf is an Eco-Luxury Surf Resort at the bottom of Sri Lanka's east coast in Pottuvil, minutes away from the world-famous surfing destination of Arugam Bay. With an infinity pool and 24-hour room service, the elegantly designed cabanas combine environmentally friendly materials such as cadjan, coir and iluk grass with natural ventilation.

http://www.jetwinghotels.com/jetwingsurf/

• For Nature Lovers and Culture Enthusiasts - Jetwing Vil Uyana

Escape to your own private nature reserve - complemented by a traditional spa - in Sri Lanka's legendary cultural triangle. The 28 acres of landscape here feature several distinct habitats, including beguiling wetland in the lee of an ancient fortress. This property is also perfectly located to explore the city of Jaffna, as well as experience one of the most romantic spots in Sri Lanka – atop Lions Rock at the legendary UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sigiriya.

https://www.jetwinghotels.com/jetwingviluyana/

• For Pure Luxury - Jetwing Saman Villas

The glorious turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean meet golden sandy shores here on Sri Lanka's southern coast. A string of luxury villas offer seductive seclusion in one of the island's most romantic spots, including a chance to enjoy dinner or drinks gazing at one of the world's most exquisite sunsets.

https://www.samanvilla.com

• For Wildlife Lovers - Jetwing Safari and Jetwing Yala

Stretching inland from a rugged coastline, the wilderness of Yala National Park blankets the south east of Sri Lanka with several thousand acres of wildlife paradise. This is one of the world's premier locations for leopards, elephants, and bears, as well as stunning birdwatching. And Jetwing offers visits a choice of two distinctive ways to experience this wildlife wonderland.

• Jetwing Safari Camp is the ultimate in safari glamping, with luxury tents providing an immersive experience among the sights and sounds of the area's incredible fauna. Passionate expert rangers are on hand – along with attentive butlers - to guide visitors during a stay.

http://www.jetwinghotels.com/jetwingsafaricamp/

• Jetwing Yala sits within a little explored patch of coastal wilderness at the end of Sri Lanka's southern shoreline. Wake to the calls of the tropical wild whilst enjoying the very best of Sri Lankan hospitality. A blissful spa and refreshing 75-metre long swimming pool add to the luxurious feel of this sought-after destination.

http://www.jetwinghotels.com/jetwingyala/  

For further information visit http://www.jetwinghotels.com 

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For media enquiries please contact Phoebe Oliver at Oliver Relations: phoebe@oliverrelations.co.uk // 07970 739 695

Notes to Editors

• Distinctive new luxury properties for 2020 including artfully restored 1930s house and boutique Kandy hotel
• New to 2020 - Jetwing Kandy (opening end of January) and Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan in the little known North of the island.
• Jetwing works with a range of major travel and tour operators
• Over 40years experience and a pioneer in the Sri Lanka tourism industry
• Commitment to the environment and sustainable tourism
• Highest TripAdvisor ranking
• Free WiFi across all 32 properties
• Island-wide spread of properties

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