sounds of Sri Lanka
Featuring vibrant beats, the sounds and music of Sri Lanka are always catchy. Get to know some of the island nation’s most popular musical acts below! Bathiya & Santhush Since 1998, the Sri Lankan pop duo Bathiya & Santhush (also known as BNS) have been one of the country’s largest and most loved musical acts. […]
5 films shot in Sri Lanka
Travel to a far-off place conveniently from your couch with these five films that were shot in Sri Lanka. The Bridge on the River Kwai Though a famous story set in Thailand, the 1957 film version wasn’t shot in the Land of Smiles but in the Sri Lankan highlands where a temporary bridge […]
tales of train travel in Sri Lanka
It’s not the destination but the journey that counts! Inthiquab Majid, Executive – Service Fulfilment at Diethelm Travel Sri Lanka, shares a memory of their magical overnight train journey from Colombo to Ella. Being an adventurous traveller, I usually prefer taking public transportation, like the train. This method has allowed me to have some […]
7 cocktails featuring arrack, the Sri Lankan coconut spirit
An ancient spirit mentioned even by Marco Polo, Sri Lankan arrack has been a local favourite for centuries. In recent years, makers such as Ceylon Arrack are trying to elevate the local spirit’s appeal to international levels. Distilled from the sap of the coconut flower, arrack is best described as a fragrant dark coconut rum […]
5 books set in Sri Lanka
Whether you enjoy armchair travelling by being captured by captivating tales or like to read up on a destination before you visit in real life, these five books set in Sri Lanka offer a glimpse into this fascinating country. Running in the Family Author Michael Ondaatje, who also wrote the novel The English […]
9 must-try Malaysian dishes
Combining Chinese, Indian, Indonesian and Malay culinary influences, foodies in Malaysia can easily makan (Malay for “eat”) their way through the country. With the breadth and depth of options, however, it can be overwhelming deciding what to try first. Don’t miss these incredible dishes…or the opportunity to experience them with a local! Nasi […]
an insider’s look at exploring Malaysia
With a knack for tracking down off-the-beaten-path destinations, Renee Osman, Head Of Sales & Marketing for Diethelm Travel Malaysia, has spent nearly a decade helping travellers explore Malaysia and leave with lasting memories. Here’s what she had to share for an insider’s look at this enigmatic country. What is your favourite tourist hotspot? I […]
get to know the incredible Orangutan and where to see them
Native to Malaysia and Indonesia, orangutans are incredible creatures. If they seem similar to humans, that’s because they are! In fact, the term “orangutan” in Malay and Bahasa Indonesia translates to “person of the forest” with orang meaning “person” and “hutan” meaning forest. It’s not only their name that connects them to humans, however. The […]
the story of Thai silk…and how to wear it
Though Thai silk is now known around the world, its history has been a complicated one. The silk that we know today was actually popularised in the 1950s and 60s by an enigmatic American architect, Jim Thompson, who recognised that Thai silk could have great appeal in international markets. As the demand for Thai silk […]
4 of Thailand’s most unique festivals
Spend any time in Thailand and you’ll soon realise there always seems to be something to celebrate. From nation-wide holidays, such as the famous Songkran and Loi Krathong, to lesser-known local festivals, the country has kept many of its traditional celebrations alive and invites visitors to experience them with open arms. Here are just four […]