Essential Tips for Senior Travelers to Sri Lanka

Silver-haired travelers, don't miss this amazing guide to Sri Lanka, which will take you to explore the world's three major cultural heritages, ride the seaside train in "Spirited Away," watch the elegant Kandy dance, experience stilt fishing, enjoy a fish spa, take a boat tour of the mangrove forest, and have a perfect relaxing trip! -------- Welcome to Sri Lanka🇱🇰, a mysterious land that blends ancient history and magnificent scenery🏞️. Its ancient temples🏯, lush tea gardens🍵, unique elephant orphanages🐘, picturesque beaches🏖️, and rich regional customs and traditions💃 all silently tell the unique charm of Sri Lanka. Travel is to pursue such beauty, let's play all the way! -------- 🌍Travel route: Day 1: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport – Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport Depart from bustling Chengdu and fly to romantic Colombo to start your Sri Lankan exploration. Day 2: Negombo Lagoon – St. Mary's Church On this day, we will head to the scenic Negombo Lagoon and then follow the footsteps of history to visit the solemn and sacred St. Mary's Church. Day 3: Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic We will spend a day at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, which is full of mystery, and experience the millennial Buddhist culture. Day 4: Victoria Park Good morning, we will take you for a stroll in Victoria Park and let you feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. Day 5: Yala National Park – Kogele Stilt Fishermen The day's schedule is full of excitement. We will first enter the wild Yala National Park, and then see the unique stilt fishermen of Kogele. Day 6: Bentota Mangrove Forest – Turtle Hatchery The taste of the sea, in the Bentota Mangrove Forest and Turtle Hatchery, you can feel the extremely close contact with the sea. Day 7: Bandaranaike International Conference Hall – Independence Square – Sri Lanka Parliament Building In Sri Lanka, we will also learn about its modern side, starting from the Bandaranaike International Conference Hall, passing through Independence Square, and visiting the Sri Lanka Parliament Building. Day 8: Chengdu The wonderful trip is over. We will take our luggage full of stories and board the plane back home. Chengdu, we are back. -------- 🎒Travel preparation: 📱1️⃣ Phone card and adapter: When traveling in Sri Lanka, you may need a local phone card to make calls. Also, considering that the sockets in Sri Lanka may be different from those in your home country, you may need an adapter. 📄2️⃣ Documents: Don't forget to bring your documents, such as your passport and driver's license. Although you don't need a visa to travel to Sri Lanka, these documents are still very important in case of emergency. 👙3️⃣ Swimsuit and sunglasses: The beaches in Sri Lanka are very beautiful. It is recommended to bring a swimsuit. Sunglasses are also essential to protect your eyes from the strong sunlight. 👔4️⃣ Casual and sportswear: The weather in Sri Lanka is mostly hot in January, so it is recommended to wear comfortable and breathable casual clothes. If you plan to go hiking or other sports, don't forget to bring sportswear. 🔌5️⃣ Charger and spare batteries: Whether it's your phone, camera, or other electronic devices, it's essential to bring a charger and spare batteries, because you don't want to be helpless when you need to take a picture or use your phone. 💊6️⃣ Sunscreen and common medications: The sunlight in Sri Lanka is strong, so you may need sunscreen to protect your skin. In addition, you may also need some mild painkillers or stomach medications in case of travel discomfort. -------- 💕Hope you have a wonderful trip to Sri Lanka with lots of smiles and unforgettable memories~