One of the things that has amazed me is the houses and the kaleidoscope of colour that people use to paint them. As we drive along the city and country roads one only has to glance out the window to see yet another vividly coloured house. Even going for a walk in the small villages one is hit by a riot of colour peeping out from behind the trees. There is clearly a vast difference in wealth and lifestyle amongst the Sri Lankans. Some living in mansions surrounde...

This entry is about the many tuk tuks that we saw around the country and my collection of the sayings posted on them. Everywhere – city, country and bush you will find tuk tuks getting around. Auto rickshaws, commonly known as Tuk Tuks, can be found on all roads in Sri Lanka from the curvy roads through the hill country to the congested roads of Colombo transporting locals, foreigners, or freight about. Nearly always driven by men (?) they can't go very fas...

Before our departure from Owinka we were each presented with a photo montage of our time there. It was such an unexpected gift but shows the typical kindness we have come to see is second nature to the Sri Lankan people. We head towards Colombo, our final destination on this tour. Colombo is the current commercial capital of Sri Lanka. The city's history dates back to the 5th century during the East-West trade. This city is a fascinating place to visit. It is...

Early start this morning as I had leave at 0530 to ensure I could get a taxi in Nanjing. All worked out with the pre-booking which is a new concept to the Chinese. For the first time I was able to get a taxi to come to my door and not have to bail one up in the middle of the street…a good start to the holiday. Through some stroke of luck I managed to book myself Business Class all the way for much the same cost as economy so started the day checking out th...