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A Traveller’s Guide to Diyaluma Falls: Sri Lanka's Second Tallest Waterfall
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/24 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/24

A Traveller’s Guide to Diyaluma Falls: Sri Lanka's Second Tallest Waterfall

A guide to Sri Lanka’s 2nd tallest waterfall, Diyaluma falls. Includes detailed instructions on how to get there, what to do, and what to be careful of!

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A Guide to Unawatuna, Sri Lanka: 13+ Incredible Things To Do
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/24 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/24

A Guide to Unawatuna, Sri Lanka: 13+ Incredible Things To Do

Our insider's guide to Sri Lanka’s most popular beach, Unawatuna. Our guide features all the best things to see and do in Unawatuna, including the famous Dalawella rope swing, and surfing.

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Is Sri Lanka Safe for Tourists? Here's Everything You Need to Know!
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/31/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/31/23

Is Sri Lanka Safe for Tourists? Here's Everything You Need to Know!

How safe is Sri Lanka for tourists? This comprehensive guide contains absolutely everything you need to know about safety in Sri Lanka, including the historical context, common travel scams, safety on roads, advice for solo and female travellers, and much more.

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Sustainable luxury at Tri Lanka, Koggala: our stay at Sri Lanka’s best eco hotel
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/31/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/31/23

Sustainable luxury at Tri Lanka, Koggala: our stay at Sri Lanka’s best eco hotel

Is Tri the best eco-hotel in Sri Lanka? Our review of this luxurious, environmentally-friendly oasis on the shores of Koggala Lake, in southern Sri Lanka.

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Where to Stay in Galle Fort: The Best Hotels & Homestays for Every Budget (2025 Guide)
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/14/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/14/23

Where to Stay in Galle Fort: The Best Hotels & Homestays for Every Budget (2025 Guide)

Headed to Galle, Sri Lanka? Check out our best hotels in Galle guide, featuring the best luxury hotels, mid-range and boutique hotels, and homestays in this coastal gem.

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An Essential Guide to Kandy, Sri Lanka's Capital of Culture
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/1/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 12/1/23

An Essential Guide to Kandy, Sri Lanka's Capital of Culture

Our Kandy guide features the very best places to visit in Kandy, including where to stay, our top tips, and how to get around.

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Where to Stay in Ella: The Best Hotels, Guesthouses, and Hostels for Every Budget (2025 Guide)
Sri Lanka, Asia The Common Wanderer 11/1/23 Sri Lanka, Asia The Common Wanderer 11/1/23

Where to Stay in Ella: The Best Hotels, Guesthouses, and Hostels for Every Budget (2025 Guide)

Looking for where to stay in Ella, Sri Lanka? Whether you’re looking for hostels or hotels, boutique stays, eco-luxury, or the perfect Airbnb, our guide to Ella accommodation has you covered!

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From Kandy to Galle: This Is Our Ultimate 7-Day Sri Lanka Itinerary
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 8/15/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 8/15/23

From Kandy to Galle: This Is Our Ultimate 7-Day Sri Lanka Itinerary

Discover the best of Sri Lanka in just 7 days with our ultimate itinerary. From the bustling markets of Colombo to the mist-covered mountains of Ella and the tranquil beaches of Hiriketiya, this journey through Sri Lanka will ignite your senses and leave you yearning for more.

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10+ Incredible Things to do in Colombo, Sri Lanka's Bustling Capital
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 8/14/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 8/14/23

10+ Incredible Things to do in Colombo, Sri Lanka's Bustling Capital

Discover the best things to do in Colombo, Sri Lanka with our comprehensive guide. From the historic Fort area to the bustling markets of Pettah, and the city’s stunning temples, our guide covers the top attractions and hidden gems of this vibrant city.

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The Best Things to do in Mirissa Beach, Sri Lanka's South Coast Paradise
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 8/13/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 8/13/23

The Best Things to do in Mirissa Beach, Sri Lanka's South Coast Paradise

Discover the top things to do in Mirissa Beach, Sri Lanka, including lazing on the idyllic golden sands, watching the best sunset you'll ever see, learning to surf, and taking a whale-watching expedition. Explore this quintessential beachside town, and where to stay, eat, and drink, plus the best time to visit.

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A Guide to Visiting Udawalawe National Park, Sri Lanka's Home of Elephants
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 2/22/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 2/22/23

A Guide to Visiting Udawalawe National Park, Sri Lanka's Home of Elephants

Discover the beauty of Udawalawe National Park with our guide on how to visit. Plan your safari adventure with our detailed overview of the park, including the park's history, wildlife, where to stay and the best time to visit. Start planning your safari adventure now!

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How to Get From Colombo to Kandy: The Best Routes for all Budgets
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/23

How to Get From Colombo to Kandy: The Best Routes for all Budgets

Easily travel from Colombo to Kandy with our detailed guide. Learn about the different modes of transportation including train, bus, and taxi, and choose the best option for you and start exploring the cultural capital of Sri Lanka.

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Nine Arch Bridge, Ella: A Guide to Visiting Sri Lanka’s Most Famous Bridge
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/23 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 1/1/23

Nine Arch Bridge, Ella: A Guide to Visiting Sri Lanka’s Most Famous Bridge

Here’s everything you need to know for before visiting Sri Lanka’s stunning Nine Arch Bridge, located in the lush hill country of Ella.

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A Guide To The Sacred City of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka | What To See, Know and Do
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 7/1/22 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 7/1/22

A Guide To The Sacred City of Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka | What To See, Know and Do

Explore Sri Lanka’s sacred city of Polonnaruwa with our in-depth guide, including how to get there, when to visit, what to see within the complex, and a little historical overview.

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How To Get From Colombo to Galle: Train, Bus or Taxi
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 7/1/22 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 7/1/22

How To Get From Colombo to Galle: Train, Bus or Taxi

It’s super easy to get from Colombo to Galle, with a range of transport options to suit all budgets, from the super cheap local buses and scenic train rides, through to the more luxurious private transfer options.

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71 incredible photos that will make you want to visit Sri Lanka
Asia, Sri Lanka, Photography The Common Wanderer 5/19/19 Asia, Sri Lanka, Photography The Common Wanderer 5/19/19

71 incredible photos that will make you want to visit Sri Lanka

After two months spent exploring all corners of this Island, these are a collection of our best Sri Lanka photos.

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The Best Things to Do in Sri Lanka | A Curated Hit List for the Curious
Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 2/15/19 Asia, Sri Lanka The Common Wanderer 2/15/19

The Best Things to Do in Sri Lanka | A Curated Hit List for the Curious

Stunning, friendly, and full of adventure: Sri Lanka really is a bite-sized Utopia! Here are the best places to visit in Sri Lanka, plus our travel guide & top travel tips

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Is the Saigon Skydeck worth it?

TL:DR... yes. But there's a bit more to it, so read below.

Is it a tourist trap? Yes. Is it expensive? Yes. Should you still visit? YES.

We always appreciate seeing a city from above, hovering above the chaos at str
This is the end. 

We've never been overly comfortable with sharing our children online, but when Finn was born, we decided that was it, we'd no longer show their faces. 

The reason? We feel really uncomfortable with our children's faces being plast
An afternoon at the pastel-hued City Palace, Jaipur 🌈

Many of you probably have no idea, as we never shared it (classic us), but we have a heap of Jaipur travel guides on the blog, including a thoroughly detailed guide to the City Palace. 

So if y
Sharing a little Dandenong Ranges day-trip guide for your weekend planning 🌳

We're massive fans of the Dandenongs, and they're the perfect short-day trip from Melbourne, especially for families. There's heaps to do, a great foodie scene, and a lot
Europe's most underrated city? We think so. Welcome to Ljubljana (travel guide below!).

We've been visiting here for nigh on 20 years (well, Mark has - he's old), and it never fails to impress. It's compact, gorgeous, has a great food and wine scene

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