Sri Lanka is Number 01 in Travel & Leisure’s “The 15 Best Islands in the World – 2018” List!
Sri Lanka not only made its debut entry to Travel & Leisure’s “The 15 Best Islands in the World – 2018” List, but it also vaulted directly into the No. 1 spot, upping the ante with elephants, leopards and an excellent cup of tea picked as the travelers’ favorites.
Travel & Leisure (a travel magazine based in New York City) conducts an annual survey to find out the best travel experiences around the globe ranging from favorite cities, islands, spas, cruise ships, airlines and much more. Based on the travel experiences of discerning travelers, they share their opinions that are collated to make these lists of best cities, best islands, best spas, etc. as a means of inspiring other travelers. Among many other exotic islands such as Greece, Maldives and Bali, Sri Lanka has topped the list due to the diverse experiences offered.
“Located just south of India, this roughly 25,000-square-mile island tempts travelers with a diversity of experiences. Along the stunning coastline, the marine national parks make this destination a surfer’s, snorkeler’s, and diver’s dream. Inland, tea plantations await exploration, as do wildlife parks, which teem with animals, including elephants, monkeys, and one of the world’s largest populations of leopards. Luxurious lodgings suit all tastes, from the eco-friendly, five-star Jetwing Vil Uyana, comprised of thatched dwellings set amid paddies and marshes in the Central Province, to the beachside Amanwella, a 30-suite property that embraces Aman’s dedication to understated indulgence. As one T+L reader wrote, “No wonder it is called the pearl of the Indian Ocean.”
Source: www.travelandleisure.com
