I went to Sri Lanka in search of inspiration, and I certainly found it. After over a year in North America, I was desperate to explore somewhere more foreign, to learn about a new culture and to really feel out of my depth for a little while. Basically, I wanted to remind myself of the many important reasons why I travel in the first place.
I got all that and more. Sri Lanka was beautiful, occasionally frustrating and just an incredibly interesting place to explore. I loved learning about the country’s unique cuisine, history and ecosystems. I have a lot of stories to tell you in the coming weeks (plus some stories about Hong Kong, and leftover stories from Las Vegas, Austin and Seattle that I still need to get around to- but let’s not dwell on that now.
As an appetizer, here are some of my favorite Instagram shots I took while traveling through Sri Lanka:
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BONUS: Here is a video put together by my friends from Captain and Clark (with a cameo from yours truly) that goes a long way towards summing up our experiences in this “humid,” “spicy” and “sun-drenched” country:
My trip to Sri Lanka was sponsored by Cinnamon Hotels and Sri Lanka Airlines.
Your article gave me a lot of inspiration, I hope you can explain your point of view in more detail, because I have some doubts, thank you.
Love those instagrams! Miss you!
Looks like a wonderful experience, Steph! I particularly love that Sri Lankan boat. The colors are so vibrant! Looking forward to reading more about the trip 🙂
Absolutely beautiful images. Sri Lanka’s making its way onto my must-try list after reading so many wonderful experiences!
Gosh, I’m so happy that all of you (I guess?) liked this country! I was there in March 2014 and I really fell in love but I’ve got a friend who didn’t agree with me and she was even surprised how it possible to like this coutry as much as I do! She was so convincing in her complaining about it that I started to believe that maybe there is something wrong with me?
The most frightening thing for me was that I go back there in March 2015 with a group of women and what I would tell them if they didn’t like Sri Lanka?
But when I look at your (and other bloggers) pictures and read your words I know that they’ll like it, too. I’m so sure about it and can’t wait to go back there! 😀
Sri Lanka, a beautiful country in Asia contains magnificent places & colorful scenic beauty even a lot of UNESCO recognized sites there. It’s highly appreciated for backpackers enjoying above all you shared. I personally liked appetizer, spices, prayer flags & beaches photos those were too colorful to like much.
Very thank you Steph for sharing these photos with experiences! Indeed you are a good photographer too! Keep it up writings & sharing such this.
Best regards,
Saiful
Great pictures, Sri Lanka looks like an amazing place. I have always wanted to go there and it is on my bucket list, I hope I can go there in the future.
Love the last sunset picture, and I can’t say I’m missing Sri Lanka, as I’m still here, but I know I will the minute I leave!
Beautiful photos. I would have never thought to visit Sri Lanka, but it looks like an incredible place! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
I love how much attention Sri Lanka’s been getting lately! My husband and I are planning to go there next February/March and this has really whetted my appetite. The food, the history, the beaches; I can’t wait to surround myself with all that good stuff!
Yeah Dave and Lauren’s articles a few months ago were super inspiring! I suspect you’ll read even more about Sri Lanka in the next few months- after all there were 40 bloggers on the trip.