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Cost of renting a surfboard for a month?

I am staying in Weligama for 4 weeks. Is it cheaper to buy a second-hand board or rent one long-term?

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Sarah Jenkins•3260 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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How crazy are the public CTB buses?

I want to travel cheaply. Are the red government buses safe to ride, or do they drive as recklessly as people say?

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Nina Patel•2560 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Keells vs Food City vs Arpico?

I need to buy some basic groceries, snacks, and toiletries. Which supermarket chain is generally the best?

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Peter Van Der Beek•3275 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Are there self-service laundromats in tourist towns?

I have been backpacking for 2 weeks. Can I find coin-operated laundromats in places like Kandy or Ella?

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Luke Harris•4915 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Climbing Sri Pada (Adams Peak) in September?

I know it is off-season, but I am an experienced mountaineer. Is it physically barred off, or can I still climb it?

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Peter Van Der Beek•3275 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Can I use Apple Pay or Google Pay in Sri Lanka?

I usually just tap my phone for everything. Do restaurants and supermarkets in Sri Lanka accept Apple Pay?

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Omar Hassan•2465 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Best waterfalls to swim in near Nuwara Eliya?

I want to do a cold plunge in a natural waterfall pool. Which ones are safe and accessible near Nuwara Eliya?

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Luke Harris•4915 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Are there dangerous jellyfish in Sri Lankan waters?

I am terrified of Box Jellyfish. Do I need to wear a stinger suit when swimming on the South or East Coast?

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Nina Patel•2560 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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How to get from Negombo directly to Sigiriya?

We are staying in Negombo after our flight. Is there a direct public bus to Sigiriya, or do we have to go through Colombo?

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Peter Van Der Beek•3275 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Can I bring my pet dog to Sri Lanka for a 2-month stay?

I travel everywhere with my small dog. What is the quarantine process like for bringing a pet into Colombo airport?

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Luke Harris•4915 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Is Arugam Bay worth visiting if you DON'T surf?

We are traveling in July. I know the East Coast is best for weather, but Arugam Bay seems purely for surfers. Is there anything else to do?

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Nina Patel•2560 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Best Sri Lankan cooking class in Ella?

I want to learn how to make an authentic Dhal and coconut sambol. What is the most hands-on cooking class in Ella?

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Omar Hassan•2465 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Where to buy authentic silver jewelry in Kandy?

I don't want expensive gems, just nice artisan silver rings and bracelets. Any reputable shops in Kandy city?

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Chloe Dubois•3765 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Knuckles Mountain Range: 1 day or 2 day trek?

I am physically fit. Should I do a simple day hike to Mini World's End, or book an overnight camping trek deep into the Knuckles?

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Peter Van Der Beek•3275 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Anuradhapura: 1 day or 2 days?

How much time do I realistically need to explore the ancient city of Anuradhapura? Is one full day enough on a bicycle?

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Luke Harris•4915 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Where to buy authentic Ceylon Tea in Kandy?

I won't be going to Nuwara Eliya. Where is the best place inside Kandy city to buy high-quality, export-grade loose leaf tea?

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Omar Hassan•2465 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Traveling during Sinhala and Tamil New Year (Avurudu)?

We will be in Sri Lanka in mid-April. Will restaurants and transport be completely shut down during the Avurudu festival?

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Peter Van Der Beek•3275 rep•2
• asked 6 days ago
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Best drop-in yoga classes in Hiriketiya?

I don't want to book a strict 7-day retreat. Are there places in Hiriketiya where I can just drop in for morning Vinyasa classes?

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Nina Patel•2560 rep•2
• asked 7 days ago
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Kitesurfing in Kalpitiya in January?

I want to learn kitesurfing. Is Kalpitiya windy enough in January, or is the summer season better?

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Sarah Jenkins•3260 rep•2
• asked 7 days ago
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Is Jaffna Crab Curry too spicy for sensitive stomachs?

I am heading to Jaffna and everyone says to eat the crab curry. I love flavor but my stomach cannot handle extreme chili heat. Will I survive?

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Nina Patel•2560 rep•2
• asked 7 days ago
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