Why is Sri Lanka trending in Travel and Leisure Top 50 list for 2026?
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I heard the island is a top pick for this year. What specific northern and highland experiences are they recommending for travelers.
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Sri Lanka made the 2026 list because of its incredible regional variety. Editors specifically highlighted the opening of the northern peninsula in Jaffna as a culturally distinct frontier. They also praised the expansion of the Pekoe Trail in the highlands and the new luxury safari stays like Kotiyagala near Yala. The focus for 2026 is on authenticity and slow travel away from the standard tourist loops.
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