Lonely Planet Names Sri Lanka Best Destination

One of the world-renowned travel guides, Lonely Planet names Sri Lanka as the top holiday destination for the year 2013. The destinations are decided based on the reviews of online communities, writers, travel experts, and company’s staff.

Stop to the devastating civil war for almost three decades, the paradise island is booming with constructions, opening up new attractions and enjoying an influx of tourists from all over the world.

Sneak peak to the newest attractions in Sri Lanka includes eco tourist hot spots in Puttalam Lagoon and Kalpitiya, blue whale migration and sightseeing near Dondra Head, southern coast of Sri Lanka, reopening of Yala National Park and Wilpattu National Park after being closed for more than two decades.

Lonely Planet states Sri Lanka being emerging as a valued vacation destination. Due to easy reach from regional hubs and cheap fares, Sri Lanka is easily accessible than before.

Whilst naming Sri Lanka on top, here’s a list of the top ten tourists destinations for 2013

  1.  Sri Lanka
  2.  Montenegro
  3.  South Korea
  4.  Ecuador
  5.  Slovakia
  6.  Solomon Islands
  7.  Iceland
  8.  Turkey
  9.  Dominican Republic
  10.  Madagascar

Related Posts

Default Image
Silk Air now flies thrice a week to Hanoi

Silk Air – sister airline and the regional airline of Singapore Airlines (SIA) has started flying to Hanoi three times...

Default Image
Emirates Joins Facebook

When the world welcomes social media and networking as a vital role in day to ay life, Emirates set forth...

Default Image
Marvelous Attractions of China Highlighted in 2014

The mystery and beauty of the orient is reflected in a worldwide campaign to promote China to international tourists in...

Default Image
Insights to Some Coolest Libraries in the World

Amongst globetrotters and frequent travellers, there are many avid readers and bookworms. Travelling isn’t all about sightseeing, adventures, dinning and...

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *