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Y: sri lanka/Practical guide & reference
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Expat's practical guide

Practical guides for expats: connectivity, transport, rentals and daily life.

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AuthorAllWE Team/ 123Остров/ 39Артур Бакаев/ 4Жора, где ты был?/ 2Вот это отдых/ 1Алиса в стране рыбаков/ 1Нежный Travel/ 1Пакуем чемоданчик/ 1
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27 Sept 202353KWE Team

Travelling by train

Tips for train travel, including transfers and how long the routes take.

8:02Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Mobile operators and SIM cards

The mobile operators Dialog and Airtel, and buying SIM cards at the airport.

2:51Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

eSIM availability

The availability of eSIM in Sri Lanka.

3:36Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Mobile internet speed and coverage

Mobile internet speed and network coverage on the island.

4:00Open source
005
8 Sept 202354KWE Team

SIM and data plan costs

The cost of SIM cards and data packages, and managing them through the operators' apps.

5:17Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Renting a motorbike

Renting a motorbike, learning to ride, and rules for using transport safely.

7:25Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Medicines and sun protection to bring

Which medicines and sun protection products to bring with you.

8:27Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Vaccinations for travel to Sri Lanka

Whether vaccinations are needed for a trip to Sri Lanka.

9:20Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Hard-to-find goods on the island

Goods that are hard to find on the island: hygiene products, wine, and sports nutrition.

9:51Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Online shopping and marketplaces

Online shopping, local marketplaces, and delivery of international orders.

19:25Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Delivery services and parcels

Delivery services on the island and the particulars of sending parcels.

20:51Open source
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8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Power outages and generators

Power outages and the availability of generators in cafes and hotels.

24:46Open source
013
8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Finding flights

Finding flights, aggregators, charters, and the second airport at Hambantota.

25:15Open source
014
8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Shopping on the island

Shopping on the island: shopping centres and local brands.

31:35Open source
015
8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Ayurvedic Massage

Ayurvedic massage and popular massage centers.

34:12Open source
016
8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Motorbike Repairs

What to do if your bike breaks down on a trip and how vehicle repair works.

35:31Open source
017
8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Souvenirs and Gifts

Which souvenirs and gifts to bring back from Sri Lanka.

37:16Open source
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Reading about the island? See where to live

Oceanfront and city listings: compare areas, prices and yields in the catalog.

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018
8 Sept 202354KWE Team

Independent Travel Across the Island

Traveling independently through the central part of the island by bus and train.

43:36Open source
019
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

WeTeam Guide

About the Sri Lanka guide covering transport, venues, shopping, and useful information for tourists.

7:18Open source
020
19 Nov 202325KWE Team

Food Delivery in Colombo

The PickMe Food and Uber Eats services for ordering food from cafes and restaurants.

47:50Open source
021
23 Oct 202349KWE Team

The Big Sri Lanka Guide

About the big Sri Lanka guide: transport, shopping, more than 100 venues, and useful services.

12:21Open source
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5 Dec 202335KWE Team

WeTeam Guide

Information on transport, venues, shopping, and useful services for traveling around the island.

8:09Open source
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5 Dec 202335KWE Team

Fitness by the Ocean

An unusual open-air gym in Mirissa and kickboxing sessions.

12:14Open source
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26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

Taxis and Tuk-Tuks

How to check ride fares through PickMe and avoid being pushed onto imposed routes.

2:14Open source
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26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

Ayurvedic Products

Where to buy Ayurvedic products at real prices and how to assess the value of the goods.

6:22Open source
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26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

Critical Thinking When Shopping

Tips for assessing the value of goods and services before making a purchase.

6:39Open source
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26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

WeTeam Guide

Information on transport, venues, shopping and other useful services around the island.

6:54Open source
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26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

Checking at Fuel Stations

What to watch out for when filling up a bike or a car.

11:36Open source
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26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

Choosing Excursions

What to pay attention to when buying a tour of the island's interior.

13:50Open source
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26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

Bus Fares

Reference prices for trips along the coast and ways to check the fare.

14:47Open source
031
26 Dec 2023150KWE Team

Verifying Information

Why it's important to double-check advice and directions given by random passersby.

18:46Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Tour Operators

When a package tour can turn out cheaper than organizing the trip yourself.

1:10Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Airport Transfer

How to cut transfer costs through shared rides and minivans.

2:22Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Tour Operator Bus Hack

Using package tourists' transfer buses as a budget way to reach the coast.

2:51Open source
035
31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Cooking Your Own Meals

Saving money by buying seafood and cooking meals at home.

3:44Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Renting a Bike

The cost of renting a bike and safety recommendations.

5:50Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Tuk-Tuk

The specifics of renting a tuk-tuk for independent travel around the island.

6:14Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Renting a Tuk-Tuk

The popularity of tuk-tuk rentals among foreign tourists and ways to find one.

9:56Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Public Transport

Buses and trains as the cheapest way to get around the island.

10:35Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Traveling Through the Island's Interior

Organizing trips through central Sri Lanka with a driver or a group of friends.

11:09Open source
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31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Sri Lanka Guide

Curated lists of cafes, hotels, routes and contacts for independent travel.

11:40Open source
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042
31 Mar 202427KWE Team

Cycling Trips

Renting a bicycle and riding through the rice fields at dawn and dusk.

16:23Open source
043
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Safety on the beaches

General recommendations for keeping your belongings safe.

15:49Open source
044
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Carrying fruit

The practice of taking fruit home in luggage and tips on choosing the right ripeness.

18:57Open source
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17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Tangalle — Colombo transport

Highway buses, transfers and compromise route options.

30:41Open source
046
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Excursions

Ways to find and book excursions.

31:46Open source
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17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Scooter rental

Finding a rental and tips on using navigation.

32:29Open source
048
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Trains and buses

Finding timetables and the specifics of public transport.

33:10Open source
049
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Maldives from Sri Lanka

The logic of finding cheap flights to the Maldives.

35:00Open source
050
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Saunas and ice baths

Where to find saunas and wellness centres in the south of the island.

35:37Open source
051
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Medicines

Bringing in medicines and the availability of Indian equivalents on the island.

36:44Open source
052
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Water quality

Using tap water and recommendations for drinking it.

37:30Open source
053
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Independent travel

The pros and cons of travelling around the central part of the island on your own.

38:08Open source
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17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Optimal trip length

Recommendations on how long to travel in order to get to know the island.

40:18Open source
055
17 Apr 202435KWE Team

Taxi services

PickMe and Uber as the main apps for booking transport.

41:13Open source
056
15 Sept 202415KWE Team

Travel plans

Using ready-made itineraries, choosing hotels, exchanging currency and organising trips.

1:27Open source
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15 Sept 202415KWE Team

Transport and mobility

A comparison of transport options, car sharing and public transport.

12:22Open source
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19 Dec 202456KWE Team

Airport, SIM cards, and currency exchange

Currency exchange at the airport, choosing between the Dialog and Airtel mobile operators, transfers, and first steps after arrival.

0:38Open source
059
19 Dec 202456KWE Team

Taxis and transport from the airport

Using PickMe and Uber to get around the island.

2:10Open source
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19 Dec 202456KWE Team

Navigating Sri Lanka

A recommendation to use Google Maps as the main navigation tool.

4:18Open source
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