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Officially confirmed: tourists get fuel without restrictions
Sri Lankan authorities officially confirmed that the fuel rationing system does not apply to tourists.
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Expat's practical guide
Practical guides for expats: connectivity, transport, rentals and daily life.
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Tourists do not need fuel QR codes
The QR fuel code system does not apply to tourists, who are fuelled without restrictions, but should check fuel availability with drivers in advance.
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Practical Tips for Arrivals in Sri Lanka
A quick guide for newcomers: current rupee rate, best mobile operator, mosquito protection, the PickMe app, safe-use tips, and advice for mountain trips.
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Belavia and Red Wings launch flights to Mattala airport
Starting today, Belavia and Red Wings operate regular flights to Mattala airport twice a week from Moscow and every 10–11 days from Russian regional cities.
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New Store with Familiar Products Discovered
A brief note about the discovery of another store carrying imported goods besides Sea Fair.
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Cheat Sheet for Buying Charter Flight Tickets to Sri Lanka
A brief guide on purchasing charter flight tickets to Sri Lanka for those planning a trip.
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What to Always Carry with You on the Island?
A question to subscribers: what items are essential to carry when living on an island in the Indian Ocean.
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How much to spend per day in Sri Lanka in 2025
An honest breakdown of travel budgets for Sri Lanka in May 2025, ranging from $30/day for backpackers to $80–120 for average tourists.
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Reminder about the safe driving livestream
At a subscriber's request, the channel reminds viewers of a past livestream about safe driving in Sri Lanka.
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Red Wings receives permit for regular flights to Sri Lanka
Rosaviatsiya has authorised Red Wings to operate regular flights from eleven Russian cities to Colombo and Hambantota.
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How to protect your Telegram account from hacking
The channel shares Artyom's post about protecting a Telegram account from hacking, urging subscribers to stay vigilant.
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How the charter flight program to Sri Lanka works
The Association of Tour Operators explained on its website how the charter flight program to Sri Lanka works.
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Important hotel safety tips for Sri Lanka
A post on hotel safety in Sri Lanka with important information for tourists before their trip.
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Unlimited internet comparison in Sri Lanka: Airtel, Dialog, Mobitel
The author compares unlimited plans from three operators — Airtel, Dialog, and Mobitel — with prices and features for heavy users.
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Three main road police rules in Sri Lanka
An expat explains the three key traffic violations that road police fine for: crossing solid lines, overtaking at pedestrian crossings, and speeding.
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Expat tips: doing business, protecting electronics, choosing housing
An experienced expat advises caution when starting business with locals, protecting electronics from humid air, and choosing jungle housing over sea-view properties.
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Expat tips for tourists: bargaining, bikes, caution
An experienced expat advises tourists to always bargain, rent bikes from trusted providers, and document the vehicle's condition on video.
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How to Protect a Laptop from Sea Salt in Sri Lanka
The author shares two years of experience living by the ocean and describes methods to protect laptops from the destructive effects of the salty sea breeze in Sri Lanka.
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Artist Anastasia Georgievskaya Launches Bespoke Art Guide to Sri Lanka
Anastasia Georgievskaya, the only Russian-speaking specialist in contemporary Sri Lankan art, launched a bespoke art travel guide to the island.
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Where to Repair a Laptop in Sri Lanka
The MAD Set channel offers practical tips on where to get a laptop repaired on the island.
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Pasijou launches community breakfasts in Weligama
The Pasijou space in Weligama has launched a series of community breakfasts; the upcoming topic is the rules for riding scooters and motorcycles in Sri Lanka.
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Instructions for leaving Sri Lanka
The channel publishes a step-by-step guide on how to leave Sri Lanka.
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Brief overview of healthcare in Sri Lanka
The "Sri Lanka main channel" has prepared an overview of healthcare on the island, which looks somewhat more dramatic from the south than from Colombo.
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A life hack for island residents for all occasions
The Ostrov channel shares a universal life hack, describing it as knowledge that gives "x5 to your investments", and attaches a legendary Feels Like episode on the same subject.
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Best scooter rental service in Sri Lanka
The Ostrov channel recommends The Garage scooter rental service in southern Sri Lanka as the best in fleet size and customer support.
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Broadcast on safe motorbike riding on the island
Recording of a broadcast with stuntman and motorcycle school owner Mikhail covering practical tips on choosing a bike, braking, manoeuvring, and road safety in Sri Lanka.
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Granny recommends: a list of AI bots on Telegram
Humorous post in granny's letter format: a list of Telegram bots for AI image generation.
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Granny advises: how to buy crypto with rubles
Humorous post in the format of a granny's letter explaining how to buy cryptocurrency via the Telegram wallet after UnionPay card blocks.
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How to protect gadgets from humidity on the island
Practical tips for digital nomads: store devices in airtight containers with silica gel and work in air-conditioned spaces.
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Learning English Travel Verbs
A mini English lesson for subscribers covering the verbs explore, discover, immerse, and time travel with example sentences and Russian translations.
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Dengue Fever in Sri Lanka: What You Need to Know
Practical guide for island residents on dengue fever: symptoms, precautions against Aedes mosquitoes, and treatment recommendations.
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Event Organisation Guide from the 'Departed' Community
Nastya, organiser of the 'Departed' community, shared a guide to preparing events — from pool parties to stand-up nights and business meetups.
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How to Exchange Non-Cash Rubles for Rupees
A step-by-step guide to exchanging non-cash rubles into Sri Lankan rupees via Binance P2P and a local bank account.
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Useful apps for living in Sri Lanka
A selection of local apps for expats: PickMe and Uber for taxis, SL Railway for trains, Daraz and ikman for shopping, Sri Delivery for food.
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Checklist of Must-Do Traditions for Aluth Avurudu
A practical checklist of traditional rituals and attributes for Aluth Avurudu for those who want to celebrate Sri Lanka's New Year the right way.
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New Year's Guide for Expats on the Island
A practical guide on how to celebrate New Year's in Sri Lanka, with original text and AI-generated illustrations.
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Interesting facts about life in Sri Lanka
Morning digest with useful facts: state healthcare in Sri Lanka is free, and locals tend to give directions even when they do not know the way.
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How to Bypass Instagram Music Restrictions in Sri Lanka
Practical tip: Instagram blocks music in Stories and Reels after a month on Sri Lanka — a VPN or disabling geolocation can help.
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Guide to Unawatuna: where to stay and how to settle in
Practical guide to living in Unawatuna: overview of accommodation options from upmarket hotels to budget apartments with price-to-quality assessment.
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