Think of scenes of swaying coconut trees and the sound of crashing waves, imagine waking up to the sweet melodies of birds outside your room and thereafter being treated to a heavenly indulgence of all that your heart and soul years for. Come, relax and unwind amidst a tranquil setting, here in Kalutara. Located a short distance away from the commercial capital of Colombo along Sri Lanka’s western shores, Kalutara lets you partake in a holiday escape that one would find hard to leave behind. Most hotels in Kalutara are prime locations for enjoying a fine balance of the sun, sand and everything in between though there are many hotels one should watch out for such as the Mermaid Hotel & Club among many others for their outstanding accommodation and leisure facilities on offer.
Feel the warm sand tickling your toes as you amble along at your own pace, taking in the glorious surrounds of thick, green vegetation and the vast Indian Ocean; sights to behold and admire which are synonymous with the town. Go for swims at the crack of dawn or settle into a hearty breakfast, pondering your next course of action. Though you may soon discover that there are plenty of opportunities to go sightseeing in the city, calling by the famed Kalutara Bodhiya before stopping by local boutiques to try your hand at a few sweetmeats and a cup of tea. Also of interest is the fact that the seas around Kalutara are found to contain evidence of sunken wrecks and the ardent diver may opt for spending a few hours, busily engaged in combing these waters. Alternatively vacationers may also choose to enjoy spa therapy sessions at their choice of accommodation where a selection of massages and health baths can be looked at in a way to alleviate every ounce of stress in one’s mind and body. Since Kalutara is by the coast, this would mean that meal times would invariably feature good helpings of seafood cuisine, prepared either according to your fancy or as per tried and tested methods. What better way to cap off a refreshing escape, away from the hustle and bustle of the city than by sipping on your favourite cocktail, gazing out at a star-lit sky, surrounded by the hues of a tropical paradise.
Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+
