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Sri Lanka

The airport’s ’60s-ish look is dated.

This dreary, dated airport has one major saving grace

It might not look very cool, but this airport is a winner when it comes to picking up souvenirs and gifts.

  • Belinda Jackson
Mirissa Beach, a gorgeous sweep of sand without a single person on it.

We quit our jobs and moved here for six months. I’ve never been more content

A baby in tow, we found a place for $100 a week. For that, we got five bedrooms, cold showers, basic furnishings and a claustrophobic kitchen. It was perfect.

  • Mark Daffey
Luxury Escapes will launch Australia’s first non-stop flights to the Maldives in 2026.

New non-stop flights to make fast-growing holiday spots easier to reach

An Australian travel company’s chartered flights will shave five hours off travel time to a remote island paradise, while Jetstar will launch a route to a growing Asian favourite.

  • Katherine Scott
The economy cabin is set up in a 2-4-2 layout.

Roomy economy cabin layout makes this flight great for couples

There are some minor shortcomings but the service and legroom – enough for my 190-cm partner – outweigh the negatives on this 11-hour haul.

  • Georgia Dunkley
The most romantic way to see Sri Lanka is by rail.

The small country that’s the ultimate destination for train lovers

While India might be renowned for its trains, Sri Lanka’s railways are a decidedly quieter affair – but no less impressive.

  • Sophie Dickinson
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Sri Lankan vadai, a savoury snack made from chana dhal (split chickpeas).

‘Short eats’: One country’s unique, tasty culture of snack foods

Sri Lanka’s concept of “short eats” is savoury snacking at any time of the day, designed to get you through to whichever meal is next.

  • Ben Groundwater
A glam beach getaway … Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort.

Glam it up at this affordable jungle resort (with bonus turtles)

At Sri Lanka’s Sheraton Kosgoda Turtle Beach Resort, it’s worth staying for the buffet alone, and there are numerous scenic spots to retreat to post-meal.

  • Julia D'Orazio
Paradise imperfect… Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka.

Two Aussies took over a hotel in paradise. They lasted eight months

I’ve often dreamed of running a little hotel somewhere beautiful, but Dasha Ross’ story has put me off the idea for life.

  • Lee Tulloch
Still one of the world’s most glamorous hotel brands … Mandarin Oriental Singapore.

Traveller Awards: Hall of Fame – the legends of travel

We salute our icons of travel, those consistently excellent places or brands that deliver time and time again.

  • Traveller team
Khinkali, phali, chahokhbili, lobio, cheese and eggplant rolls: Georgia is one of the great food and wine destinations.

The world’s most underrated countries for food

If you’re looking for your next great meal in this moveable feast we call life, it might be time to head to these often-overlooked places.

  • Ben Groundwater