Coastal Life
A Week on Sri Lanka's Southern Coast
Slow mornings on the sand, afternoons under the palms, and the long light at the end of the day. What a week on the southern coast actually feels like.
Palm Paradise2 min readUpdated 27 October 2026
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Notes from the palm groves at Tangalle — the coast and its seasons, what to see nearby, and what comes out of our kitchen.
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Things to Do
Watching Turtles Near Tangalle, Kindly
Sea turtles nest along this coast, and watching them is a real privilege. A few simple rules keep it that way for the animals as much as for you.
Palm Paradise1 min read
Food & Dining
Rice and Curry, Explained
Rice in the middle, small dishes around the edge. What is usually in them, how hot it will be, and why the coconut matters more than the chilli.
Palm Paradise1 min read
Coastal Life
Cabana or Villa?
Air conditioning or a fan, closer to the sand or deeper in the garden. The practical differences between the cabanas and the villas.
Palm Paradise1 min read