{"id":3795,"date":"2019-06-24T14:35:15","date_gmt":"2019-06-24T14:35:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/?page_id=3795"},"modified":"2023-09-01T08:21:59","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T08:21:59","slug":"sports-golf","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/sri-lanka\/where-to-stay\/sports-golf\/","title":{"rendered":"Sports &#038; Golf Fanatics Guide to Sri Lanka"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For sports and golf enthusiasts, Sri Lanka is a perfect playground. If watersports are your thing, you won\u2019t be disappointed &#8211; Sri Lanka\u2019s coastal towns and cities are replete with opportunities to get out on the waves! Whether you\u2019re into surfing, kitesurfing, diving or windsurfing, you\u2019ll find optimal conditions all around the coast. For beginners, there are hundreds of schools offering lessons and rental equipment, so you can spend your trip mastering a new, exhilarating sport.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For golfers, there are several spectacular courses and resorts dotted around the country. Golf was introduced to Sri Lanka way back n the 19th century and has been a popular sport in the country ever since. Courses are immaculately maintained, beautifully designed and optimally located for breathtaking views throughout your stay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For sports and golf fanatics, here are the best towns and cities to visit in Sri Lanka!<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4069\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4069\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4069\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_530856859.jpg\" alt=\"Sri Lanka is home to some of the most spectacular golf courses in the world.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_530856859.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_530856859-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_530856859-768x437.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4069\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sri Lanka is home to some of the most spectacular golf courses in the world.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Best places to surf in Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka is a world-famous surfing destination, with a wide range of surf spots to suit every level. From beginner waves to epic swells, the shores of Sri Lanka draw an international crowd of surfers every year. But where are the best places in the country to learn the basics and hone your skills out on the waves?<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4068\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4068\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4068\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_300122426.jpg\" alt=\"Sri Lanka is one of the world's no.1 surfing destinations.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"634\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_300122426.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_300122426-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_300122426-768x487.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4068\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sri Lanka is one of the world&#8217;s no.1 surfing destinations.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>Hikkaduwa<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3433&amp;action=edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hikkaduwa<\/a> is one of the most popular surfing destinations in Sri Lanka. This chilled-out beach town is a favourite\u00a0one among tourists and a great place to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/surf-control-surf-school.business.site\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">learn the basics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or put your skills to the test, depending on which break you choose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-kLDqtIBamo\" width=\"760\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b>Beginner surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should head to the popular Beach Break, where the safe, sandy bottom and small waves make a perfect playground for newbies. Rend a board or book some lessons to learn the basics and get yourself started!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Intermediate surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hang out at Main Reef, which has larger waves and a more powerful swell than Beach Break. It\u2019s a great spot to put your new skills to the test and gain confidence out on the waves. This is the most popular surf break in Hikkaduwa, however, and can get crowded during high season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Experienced surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ride the waves at Benny\u2019s, where the waves often top 6 ft. The powerful swell comes in fast from the left and breaks over a sharp, coral reef &#8211; only brave the waves here if you know what you\u2019re doing!<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Weligama<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weligama has decent swell year-round and is popular among beginner and intermediate surfers. There are several <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/luckysweligama\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">surf schools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the area where you can take your first lessons or get some expert tips<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lJuda0B5U4o\" width=\"760\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b>Beginner surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should start out at the Weligama Beach Break, where the sandy bottom and small waves create a perfect place for starting out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Intermediate surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">looking to try their first reef break should check out Lazy Left and Lazy Right. These breaks sit opposite one another in Midigama Bay and have long, mellow waves over a deep reef where beginner and intermediate surfers can hone their skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Experienced surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can put their skills to the test at Rams, which can also be found in Midigama Bay. The powerful waves here break over a sharp, shallow coral reef, and are only safe for advanced surfers. The occasional barrel ups the ante at Rams and makes this break a favourite among surfing pros!<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Arugam Bay<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arugam Bay has some of the best waves in Sri Lanka. It\u2019s no surprise that the town is a hit among experienced surfers, though beginners and intermediate surfers can still find breaks to suit their skill level.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uoV4z6ks72Q\" width=\"760\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b>Beginner surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">should check out Baby Point in Arugam Bay, which has a safe, sandy bottom and manageable waves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Intermediate surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can also find good swell in Arugam Bay &#8211; Main Point is the big brother of Baby Point and is the most popular in the area. The rocky is bottom and steep, and the fast waves present more of a challenge for intermediate surfers. This spot is always crowded, however, especially during high season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Experienced surfers <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will find more powerful swell at The Point. Waves here can reach 6 ft, and you may even see the occasional barrel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Best places for scuba diving in Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka\u2019s tropical waters are home to some sensational dive spots. From vibrant coral reefs to magnificent shipwrecks, the warm Indian ocean has plenty to offer underwater explorers. Sri Lanka is a great place to learn to dive with a PADI Open Water Diver course or to do a fun-dive and admire the incredible marine life around the coast. <\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4067\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4067\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4067\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_279606035.jpg\" alt=\"The rich marine habitats around Sri Lanka make the country very popular among divers.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_279606035.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_279606035-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_279606035-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4067\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The rich marine habitats around Sri Lanka make the country very popular among divers.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>Trincomalee<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trincomalee is home to the world-famous Pigeon Island Marine Sanctuary where you can see black-tip reef sharks, sea turtles, and incredible coral reefs. Dive sites around Trincomalee also have a rich abundance of vibrant tropical fish including parrot fish, blue snappers, morays and more! <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.srilanka-divingtours.com\/trincomalee-dive-sites\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a diving tour<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to explore the underwater paradise around the shores of this northeastern coastal city, for an unforgettable look at Sri Lanka\u2019s marine inhabitants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/p613h23ar6Y\" width=\"760\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h5>Passekudah<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several incredible dive sites around Passekudah, where the ocean floor is dotted with wrecks. These thriving habitats are home to dozens of magnificent marine species, such as scorpionfish, sweetlips, snappers, stingray, angelfish, turtles, parrotfish and much, much more. The opportunities for underwater exploration around this eastern coastal town are endless, making it a must-visit for diving enthusiasts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Kirinda<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The diverse and colourful marine landscape around Kirinda makes it one of the best for scuba diving in Sri Lanka. The Great Basses Dive Site is an incredible 40 km stretch of reef and is home to a plethora of aquatic life forms. A diving expedition here can get you up close with some incredible species such as angelfish, grey sharks, tuna, rays and even porpoises! There are also several shipwrecks around the Great Basses. The sunken ships make the best marine habitats and are fascinating and eerie places to explore. Book a <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/srilankandiving.com\/diving-expeditions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">diving expedition<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to check out Sri Lanka\u2019s answer to the Great Barrier Reef during your trip!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cf3tUZcTPwQ\" width=\"760\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>Best kite and windsurfing spots in Sri Lanka<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka is a great place to try windsurfing or kitesurfing. The warm, tropical winds are strong enough to get up some speed, without chilling you to the bone! But where are the best places in the country to try out these watersports?<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4066\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4066\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4066\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_441436747.jpg\" alt=\"Sri Lanka has some awesome places for windsurfing and kitesurfing.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_441436747.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_441436747-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_441436747-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4066\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sri Lanka has some awesome places for windsurfing and kitesurfing.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>Kalpitiya<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kalpitiya is THE place in Sri Lanka for kitesurfing, where the gorgeous, flat lagoon creates the perfect setting. The mirror-smooth water, combined with a strong wind, create optimal conditions for the sport. There are lots of <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/srilankandiving.com\/diving-expeditions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kitesurfing and windsurfing schools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the area where you can rent equipment or take some classes, so you\u2019ll be out on the water in no time! Whether you\u2019re a total beginner or an experienced kitesurfer, this is the best place to hone your skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Hikkaduwa<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka\u2019s most popular coastal town is fantastic for water sports. It may be best known as a surfing destination, but it\u2019s also great for windsurfing and kitesurfing! The waves and tropical winds make it the perfect place to try out new watersports, and you shouldn&#8217;t have trouble finding places to hire equipment or take a few lessons.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5>Bentota<\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3317&amp;action=edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bentota<\/a> is one of the best places in Sri Lanka for watersports, and that includes kitesurfing and windsurfing. Head to Bentota Beach to windsurf out on the ocean or, if you\u2019re a beginner, check out the Bentota River. The more tranquil waters here make the ideal training ground for newbie kitesurfers. Master the basics here, then head out to the ocean to try out your new skills!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/An86fvfDxMo\" width=\"760\" height=\"515\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>Best Golf Clubs in Sri Lanka<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka is the perfect location for a golfing holiday overseas. The sport is popular among both local and international players and, as a result, the country has several spectacular golf resorts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These perfectly manicured courses all come with breathtaking scenery, impeccable service and, of course, glorious Sri Lankan sunshine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, where are the best golf resorts to play and stay during your time in Sri Lanka?<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4065\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4065\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4065\" src=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_410791078.jpg\" alt=\"Golf has been a popular sport in Sri Lanka since the 19th century.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_410791078.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_410791078-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/shutterstock_410791078-768x478.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4065\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Golf has been a popular sport in Sri Lanka since the 19th century.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h5>Royal Colombo Golf Club<\/h5>\n<p><b><i>Where? <\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colombo<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sri Lanka\u2019s oldest golf course was first established in 1880 in the capital city of Colombo. Today, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rcgcsl.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Royal Colombo Golf Club<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the finest in the country with an immaculate course, world-class service and exceptional food. This Club House is highly exclusive and is open to members and their families only, but the course is available to visitors daily. With 18 holes, a tranquil ambience and several water features, the course is a pleasure to play on. This verdant oasis in the middle of Sri Lanka\u2019s bustling capital is a must-visit for golf-enthusiasts in Sri Lanka!<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bq-bQv5A7sX\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bq-bQv5A7sX\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Samurdhi Samaraweera (@samurdhisamaraweera)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-12-04T18:25:56+00:00\">Dec 4, 2018 at 10:25am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h5>Shangri-La\u2019s Hambantota Golf Resort &amp; Spa<\/h5>\n<p><b><i>Where? <\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambalantota<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who want their stay in Sri Lanka to be all about golf, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/lk\/shangri-la-39-s-hambantota-resort-amp-spa.en-gb.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shangri-La\u2019s Hambantota Golf Resort &amp; Spa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the best place to be. This luxurious hotel in the southern coastal town of Ambalantota is home to one of the most beautiful courses in the country. This facility is open daily to its guests, so golf-enthusiasts can spend their whole holiday out on the green.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Landscaped by the internationally-recognized golf architect, Rodney Wright, this 18-hole masterpiece is a breathtaking place to play. With sweeping ocean views, groves of coconut palms and perfect green lawns, the course at Shangri-La is a perfect oasis of tranquillity.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bqmpw6VBYuC\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bqmpw6VBYuC\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Maria Verchenova (@mariaverchenova)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-11-25T12:53:13+00:00\">Nov 25, 2018 at 4:53am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h5>Victoria Golf and Country Resort<\/h5>\n<p><b><i>Where? <\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kandy<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The course at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/lk\/victoria-golf-amp-country-resort.en-gb.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Victoria Golf and Country Resort<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Kandy is set in an unbeatable, countryside location. With stunning views of the surrounding mountains and a calm, peaceful atmosphere, this is a sensational place to while away a day. Golf-enthusiasts will love the beautifully maintained and expertly landscaped 18-hole course, which is open daily to guests of the resort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even golfing novices needn\u2019t be left out of the fun! The Victoria resort\u2019s golf academy offers lessons and practice facilities where even complete beginners can play. Here, every level of golfer can sharpen their skills under the expert guidance of professional tutors. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bop27RYhB3O\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bop27RYhB3O\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Victoria Golf &amp; Country Resort (@victoriagolfandcountryresort)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-10-08T01:40:49+00:00\">Oct 7, 2018 at 6:40pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h5>Nuwara Eliya Golf Club<\/h5>\n<p><b><i>Where? <\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuwara Eliya<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Nuwara Eliya Golf Club is one of the oldest in Sri Lanka and has a rich and fascinating history. First established in 1889, this 18-hole course is nestled among the tea plantations of Sri Lanka\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3707&amp;action=edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">breathtaking Hill Country<\/a>. The views from the course, which is located at an altitude of 1830 m above sea level, are unrivalled by any other in Sri Lanka. Drop if for a day to play a round of golf or book yourself a room for unlimited access to the course throughout your stay.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BnOScDnh04K\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px;\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; align-items: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 40px; margin-right: 14px; width: 40px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 100px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 60px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: block; height: 50px; margin: 0 auto 12px; width: 50px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: 550; line-height: 18px;\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; flex-grow: 1; justify-content: center; margin-bottom: 24px;\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; margin-bottom: 6px; width: 224px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4; border-radius: 4px; flex-grow: 0; height: 14px; width: 144px;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BnOScDnh04K\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_medium=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">A post shared by Isuru Pathum (@isurushagy)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2018-09-02T12:11:06+00:00\">Sep 2, 2018 at 5:11am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For sports and golf enthusiasts, Sri Lanka is a perfect playground. 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