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Expat's practical guide
Practical guides for expats: connectivity, transport, rentals and daily life.
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Hard-to-reach locations
How to get to remote attractions and the particulars of the routes.
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Structure of the comprehensive guide
An overview of the comprehensive guide's structure: hotels, restaurants, villages, and routes.
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An expat's practical guide
The transfer from the airport to the south coast, travel time, and whether it's worth stopping in Colombo for the first few days.
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An expat's practical guide
Car rental, an international driver's license, rental costs, and mileage limits.
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An expat's practical guide
Dialog and Mobitel SIM cards, coverage, and choosing an operator.
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An expat's practical guide
Mobile plans, topping up your balance, and the operators' apps.
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An expat's practical guide
Transfers, taxis, buses, trains, the Makumbura station, and routes to the south.
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An expat's practical guide
Home and mobile internet, real-world speeds, VPNs, Telegram, and Russian services and banks.
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An expat's practical guide
Scooter rental, road traffic, buses, trains, tuk-tuks, and the PickMe app.
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An expat's practical guide
Power outages, the aftermath of the crisis, and a service for checking outage schedules.
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Best time to visit
The season on the south of the island falls in the winter months, with general tips on choosing when to travel.
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Visa for Sri Lanka
The current entry rules for citizens of Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and other countries.
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How to get from the airport
Transfers, bus No. 187, Uber and PickMe, and the particulars of the Colombo and Mattala airports.
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Currency exchange and SIM cards
The currency exchange rate at the airport, choosing a mobile operator, and the cost of mobile internet.
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How to visit safari parks
How to visit safari parks: the best time for watching animals and choosing which day to go.
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Matale as an alternative destination
Matale as an alternative to the popular tourist destinations when traveling to the center of the island.
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Choosing a seat on the whale-watching boat
Advice on choosing the best seat on the boat for whale watching.
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Preparing for a sea excursion
Preparing for a sea excursion: packing snacks, dealing with seasickness, and using Dramina.
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Whale watching as a tourist activity
Whale watching as a tourist activity: limits on time and on what to expect.
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Surfing basics
Surfing basics: types of waves, kinds of spots, differences between boards, and surf etiquette.
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How surf lessons are organized
How surf lessons are organized: the stages of training, the lineup, and safety.
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Preparing for big waves
Preparing for big waves: breath-hold training and working through fear.
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Reading the surf forecast
Reading the wave forecast and the basics of surfing on your own.
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Safety during lessons
Safety during lessons: the instructor-to-student ratio and what to do if you panic.
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Video reviews as part of surf training
Video reviews of lessons as part of learning to surf.
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How many lessons it takes to reach green waves
How many lessons you need to start riding green waves.
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Mentally preparing beginners for the ocean
Mentally preparing beginners for the ocean and open water.
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Examples of students' progress
Examples of students' progress and adapting the lessons to different physical abilities.
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Surf camp facilities
Surf camp facilities: yoga, lectures, film screenings and video analysis.
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Additional activities
Additional activities: SUP boarding, snorkeling and trips to the center of the island.
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Bandaranaike and Hambantota airports
Bandaranaike and Hambantota airports: arrival options and their impact on transfer time.
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Weather in the off-season
Weather features in Sri Lanka during the off-season, temperatures and preparing for the rains.
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Weather archives and forecast services
Using weather archives and forecast services to plan trips.
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Arugam Bay infrastructure
Arugam Bay infrastructure: SIM cards, shops, vehicle rental, coffee shops and services.
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Booking accommodation directly
How to book accommodation directly, without Booking or Airbnb, to get lower prices.
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Features of the off-season
Features of the off-season: how the tourist season shifts between the island's coasts.
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Buying tickets online
The problems of buying tickets online and the quirks of booking activities in Sri Lanka.
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Large water park
A large water park: opening hours, facilities, safety and restrictions for children.
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Travelling in the highlands
What to know about travelling in the highlands: the need for warm clothing.
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How to deal with leeches
How to deal with leeches: salt, salt water, and checking your clothing after walks.
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Finding food in the island's interior
Where to find food in the island's interior and why dinner often has to be ordered in advance through your hotel.
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Sun protection, clothing, and temple dress code
Sun protection, clothing recommendations, and the dress code at temples.
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Ordering food without sugar or spice
How to order food without sugar and without spice at cafés and restaurants.
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The ocean air's effect on electronics
The effect of ocean air on electronics and equipment.
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What to buy in Sri Lanka
What to buy in Sri Lanka: Ayurvedic goods, incense, soap, and local products.
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What to bring with you to the island
Which goods and toiletries are best to bring with you to the island.
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Daraz, the local marketplace
Daraz as the local equivalent of online marketplaces for ordering goods.
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Protection against mosquitoes and insects
Products for protection against mosquitoes and insects.
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The PickMe taxi service
The PickMe service for booking taxis and gauging fair ride prices.
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Sri Lankan power sockets and European plugs
What to know about Sri Lankan power sockets and connecting European plugs.
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Finding travel companions via Telegram
Finding travel companions through Telegram and arranging airport transfers.
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