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Shopping in Sri Lanka: What Is Worth Buying and Where to Find It
Ceylon tea, hand-made batik, blue sapphires, and a handful of other things Sri Lanka actually makes well. Here is what is worth buying, where to buy it properly, and what not to waste money on.
Apr 302 min read


Sri Lanka Practical Guide: SIM Cards, Cash, Apps and Everything Else
Dialog and Mobitel are the two main carriers. A SIM takes 10 minutes and your passport. PickMe replaces taxis. Bottled water is non-negotiable. Here is the complete practical setup for arriving in Sri Lanka.
Apr 302 min read


Daily Life in Sri Lanka: The Practical Things Nobody Tells You
The practical infrastructure of daily life in Sri Lanka — supermarkets, schools, delivery apps, water, transport — works differently from what most expats expect. Here is what you actually need to know.
Apr 301 min read


Things You Only Learn After Living in Sri Lanka: The Real Insider Guide
The things that take months to understand about Sri Lanka — how time works, how generosity operates, what the head wobble means. A practical guide to the country beneath the surface.
Apr 302 min read


Renting in Sri Lanka: How to Find the Right Place to Live
Finding a good rental in Sri Lanka requires local knowledge, patience, and knowing which neighbourhoods actually work for expat life. Here is how to approach it without wasting months or money.
Apr 302 min read


Self-Driving in Sri Lanka: What You Need to Know Before You Start the Engine
Sri Lanka drives on the left. The roads vary from smooth expressways to genuinely agricultural tracks. Here is what you must know before renting a car — licensing, road conditions, and where not to self-drive.
Apr 302 min read


Money in Sri Lanka: What You Need to Know About Rupees, ATMs and Tipping
The Sri Lankan rupee makes the country extraordinarily affordable. ATMs take Visa and Mastercard. Tipping is not customary but is always appreciated. Here is exactly how money works on the ground.
Apr 302 min read
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