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Dispelling some myths.............Sri Lanka is wonderful in the high summer months

For years and years, Sri Lanka was marketed as a Winter sun only destination. Nothing could be further from the truth.

Wishing you a VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS

Chris & Nicola

The Teak House

Seenimodera

December 2011

Easter Holiday still Available

Enquiries are hotting up for the all-important Easter holidays in Sri Lanka.

Another Fabulous Review of The Teak House

"A perfect Sri Lankan experience

We spent a week at the Teak House with our two children (aged 9 & 11). Prior to our arrival we had been seduced by the website and all the promise of great food, beautiful beaches and an authentic Sri Lankan experience. Well, it matched all our expectations. The property is perfect for a family and extremely comfortable with an eye for interior detail. The bedrooms were charming and the walk in shower a nice touch. The kitchen annexe works extremely well as does Roshan who continually delivered excellent dishes to our taste and even managed to entice my son into devouring a grilled lobster bought from the local fisherman. The beach was a mere stroll away and completely empty bar the fishermen. The adjacent beach was also stunning and had the added bonus of a snake gorging on an unfortunate frog. The boogie boarding was great fun but we had brought life jackets just to be on the safe side. Great memories (and photos!). A two hour trip to Yala provided a fantastic 'pocket' safari for all. Elephants, leopards and crocs all appeared for our benefit. Nicola had a driver on hand who was extremely competent and helpful (best to agree the plan in advance though). So, in summary; excellent service, fab,fab food, great place and a gorgeous unspoilt setting. Oh, and great value too."

Journey time slashed by an hour and a half

On 27 November 2011, the long awaited Southern Lanka Express Highway opened from Colombo to Galle. Construction started in 2006 and the toll road has reduced the journey time from Colombo to Tangalle by one and a half hours! The Matara section is expected to be completed in 2013.

New ETA Visa Price slashed after Complaints

The price of the new ETA visa for tourist entry to Sri Lanka has been cut from a proposed US to US for non-SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation). The website is operating on a trial basis at www.eta.org.lk but does not appear to function fully as yet.

New Visa Requirements come into effect 01 January 2012

Please note that a new Visa requirement has now been implemented by the Department of Immigration/Emigration.

All tourists arriving 1n Sri Lanka on or after 01 January 2012 will be required to complete the 'ETA' form online and apply for visas prior to arrival. For more information, please visit www.eta.gov.lk.

Spa and Beauty Treatments now available at The Teak House

The Teak House is delighted to announce that Natalie Rogers, former spa manager at the Aman hotels in Sri Lanka, will be providing her wonderful, mobile spa and beauty treatments to guests of The Teak House.

An accredited therapist and spa professional, Natalie is experienced in an array of luxury health and wellness techniques. She offers a mobile spa service together with a team of well trained therapists recreating a serene spa environment in the privacy of your villa. If you would like Natalie to come to The Teak House, please call her on 0777 160066 or email natalierogers@sltnet.lk to make an appointment.

Seen on the beach!

Our lovely family from Dubai who recently stayed at The Teak House has sent me an extraordinary photograph - seen on beach!

We know it's not dangerous but what a fabulous sight. Now, to find out what our frog eating snake is!

Another Successful Trip to Yala

03 November 2011, Adlestrop, Gloucestershire

And, more good news on the Yala front. Our lovely family from Dubai were lucky enough to see two leopards in Yala National Park on Tuesday. Wonderful news for all!

K&E, August 2011

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