Octopus in the MaldivesSnorkeling in UkulhasAfter breakfast we move to our new hotel, the Ranthari. We have a lovely room overlooking palm trees and the ocean.We head out to the beach where it appears that all the lounge beds are covered in towels to proclaim they are taken. That’s ok, John and I claim a beach side table and chairs.I am not graceful (understatement) as I make my way …
From Sri Lanka to MaldivesLast Hours in Sri LankaIt’s February 4 and it’s a holiday in Sri Lanka to celebrate Independence Day which occurred in 1948.We spend the morning at a cafe overlooking a marsh with Lion Rock in the background. I watch frogs hop across the lily pads. We see a lot of grey Langur monkeys and Toque Macaques monkeys. Our host is kind enough to let us stay …
Never Piss off an ElephantGoing on an Elephant SafariSince we decided not to climb the 1,250+ stairs up Lion’s Rock, we decide to do an elephant safari instead. I want to go early in the morning but the guide that our host recommends says it is better to go at 10:30am since there would be less jeeps. This sounds weird to me and I say how about 9:00 am …
Polonnaruwa Ancient City On the Way to PolonnaruwaJohn is feeling much better this morning but still a bit weak. We have a light breakfast at Yashi’s Place before our driver arrives at 9:00 am. We are going to the ancient city of Polonnaruwa.I am delighted to see that our driver is Mellawa. I thought that after yesterday’s adventures he would want to stay far away from the Scutts.We start chatting …
