We had first class train tickets for our trip from Nuwara Eliya to Colombo, which sounded nice. However we found them to be pretty terrible. The seats were very comfortable, and the air conditioning was blasting in the carriage keeping the temperature just right...however it just was not as fun as the lower classes. We... Continue Reading →

What a difference 1.5 hours makes. Upon arriving in Sri Lanka we were greeted by the loveliest taxi driver ever, were presented with a modern car that wasn't filthy and clapped out, and a pristine country that was clean, green, and gorgeous. Our first impression of Sri Lanka (country number 46 on our long long... Continue Reading →